Highest-rated Barbecue Restaurants in Philadelphia, According to Yelp

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Highest-rated barbecue restaurants in Philadelphia, according to Yelp

Barbecue, also known as BBQ for short, has captivated the taste buds of millions of people across the world; its smell, a quintessential part of backyard parties and long, lazy holiday weekends. This cooking method involves slow cooking and smoking meat over an open flame or heat source. Beyond the slab of baby back ribs and brisket that we're probably familiar with, barbecue has a long history dating back centuries and is rooted in various cultures.

The earliest origins of barbecue can be traced back to the Taino people, who were Indigenous to the Caribbean. By the 19th century, the technique became widespread in the American South, primarily using pork. Taino people didn't use the word barbecue. Instead, this method of cooking food over a raised wooden grate was referred to as barbacoa.

As time passed, techniques and flavors evolved as a result of colonization, globalization, and advancements in technology. Today, barbecue has become a beloved food all over the world. In the United States, there are four distinct styles: Memphis, North Carolina, Kansas City, and Texas BBQ. Memphis is renowned for pulled pork; North Carolina for smoked pork infused in vinegar sauce; Kansas City for dry-rubbed meats, and Texas for grilled brisket.

No matter the style, however, barbecue can be enjoyed anywhere, but if you're specifically looking for the best places to enjoy the savory and mouthwatering delights, Stacker compiled a list of the highest-rated barbecue restaurants in Philadelphia using data from Yelp. Rankings factor in the average rating and number of reviews. Keep reading to see if your favorite spot made the list.

#27. Gogi BBQ

- Rating: 4.0/5 (109 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 6783 N 5th St Philadelphia, PA 19126
- Categories: Korean, Barbecue, Hot Pot
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#26. Rib Rack

- Rating: 4.0/5 (153 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2100 Tyson Ave Philadelphia, PA 19149
- Categories: Barbecue, Salad, Chicken Wings
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#25. Venango Barbecue Restaurant

- Rating: 4.0/5 (10 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1336 W Venango St Philadelphia, PA 19140
- Categories: Barbecue
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#24. Long Shot BBQ

- Rating: 4.0/5 (22 reviews)
- Address: 2900 Grays Ferry Ave Philadelphia, PA 19146
- Categories: Barbecue, Wraps, Sandwiches
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#23. Bomb Bomb

- Rating: 4.0/5 (117 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1026 Wolf St Philadelphia, PA 19148
- Categories: Barbecue, Italian
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#22. Kim's Restaurant

- Rating: 4.0/5 (207 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 5955 N 5th St Philadelphia, PA 19120
- Categories: Korean, Barbecue
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#21. Siu Kee Duck House

- Rating: 4.0/5 (106 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 111 N 10th St Philadelphia, PA 19107
- Categories: Chinese, Barbecue
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#20. Food From The Heart

- Rating: 4.0/5 (24 reviews)
- Address: 8010 Ogontz Ave Philadelphia, PA 19150
- Categories: Barbecue, Seafood, Soul Food
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#19. Mission BBQ

- Rating: 4.0/5 (280 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 11000 Roosevelt Blvd Philadelphia, PA 19116
- Categories: American (New), Barbecue
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#18. Seorabol Center City

- Rating: 4.0/5 (256 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1326 Spruce St Philadelphia, PA 19107
- Categories: Korean, Barbecue, Soup
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#17. Angry Deekin Ribs

- Rating: 4.0/5 (69 reviews)
- Address: 1019 Spring Garden St Philadelphia, PA 19123
- Categories: Barbecue
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#16. Black Pearl's BBQ

- Rating: 4.0/5 (5 reviews)
- Address: 2930 N Croskey St Philadelphia, PA 19132
- Categories: Barbecue, Food Trucks
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#15. Dibbs BBQ

- Rating: 4.0/5 (37 reviews)
- Address: 5617 Lancaster Ave Philadelphia, PA 19131
- Categories: Barbecue
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#14. Jomon Japanese BBQ

- Rating: 4.5/5 (252 reviews)
- Price level: $$$
- Address: 1310 Walnut St Philadelphia, PA 19107
- Categories: Barbecue, Japanese, Cocktail Bars
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#13. Sweet Lucy's Smokehouse

- Rating: 4.5/5 (866 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 7500 State Rd Philadelphia, PA 19136
- Categories: Barbecue
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#12. Dienner's Bar-B-Q Chicken

- Rating: 4.5/5 (62 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 12TH And Arch St Reading Terminal Market Philadelphia, PA 19102
- Categories: Barbecue, Food Stands
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#11. Glick's Rib Shack

- Rating: 4.5/5 (79 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 51 N 12th St Reading Terminal Market Philadelphia, PA 19107
- Categories: Food Stands, Barbecue
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#10. KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot

- Rating: 4.5/5 (168 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 330 W Oregon Ave Philadelphia, PA 19148
- Categories: Korean, Hot Pot, Barbecue
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#9. Chuan Kee Skewer

- Rating: 4.5/5 (130 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 927 Race St Philadelphia, PA 19107
- Categories: Chinese, Barbecue, Hot Pot
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#8. KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot

- Rating: 4.5/5 (444 reviews)
- Price level: $$$
- Address: 789 Franklin Mills Cir Philadelphia, PA 19154
- Categories: Hot Pot, Korean, Barbecue
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#7. Rio Brazilan Steak Truck

- Rating: 4.5/5 (11 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 3400 Market St Philadelphia, PA 19104
- Categories: Food Trucks, Steakhouses, Barbecue
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#6. So Korean Grill

- Rating: 4.5/5 (108 reviews)
- Address: 6201 N Front St Ste 120 Philadelphia, PA 19120
- Categories: Korean, Barbecue
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#5. Tin Can Bar

- Rating: 4.5/5 (10 reviews)
- Address: 2537 E Somerset St Philadelphia, PA 19134
- Categories: Tiki Bars, Barbecue, Cocktail Bars
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#4. The Lucky Well - Spring Arts

- Rating: 4.5/5 (50 reviews)
- Address: 990 Spring Garden St Philadelphia, PA 19123
- Categories: Barbecue
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#3. Mike's BBQ

- Rating: 4.5/5 (264 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1703 S 11th St Philadelphia, PA 19148
- Categories: Barbecue, Sandwiches
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