Highest-rated barbecue restaurants in the Colorado Springs area by diners
Highest-rated barbecue restaurants in the Colorado Springs area by diners
Barbecue stands as one of America's most cherished culinary traditions, weaving together a rich tapestry of history, regional diversity, and evolving flavors that resonate with diners from coast to coast. A July 2022 YouGov survey revealed that nearly all Americans (96%) who consume meat enjoy barbecue, underscoring its widespread enduring appeal and cross-cultural significance. Among the 1,000 survey respondents, Texas dominated as the place most often associated with barbecue, but the cuisine's roots expand far beyond the Lone Star State.
American barbecue can be traced back to Indigenous cooking techniques and was further enriched by the influences of enslaved Africans. In the centuries since, it's evolved into a multifaceted culinary art with distinct regional styles: the tangy, vinegar-based sauces and slow-cooked pork of the Carolinas; the tender brisket of Texas with sauce served on the side; the robust, sweet-forward flavors characteristic of Kansas City; and Alabama's signature mayo-based white sauce drizzled over some juicy chicken.
Alongside these classic offerings, innovative interpretations have surged in popularity in recent decades, as multicultural variants such as Korean BBQ, with its marinated cuts and sizzling grill presentations, and Mexican barbacoa, known for its richly spiced, slow-cooked succulence, have carved out their own niche in the competitive barbecue landscape.
Over the years, barbecue has not only mirrored America's evolving palate but has also fostered a spirit of community, as festivals, backyard cookouts, and friendly competitions celebrate the art of smoking and grilling—traditions lovingly passed down from generation to generation.
Nationwide, barbecue restaurants today greet families and friends with the intoxicating aroma of slow-smoked meats served on sturdy metal trays, often covered in rustic butcher paper. And what meal would be complete without those hearty sides? Whether you opt for gooey mac and cheese and smoky collard greens or crumbly cornbread and creamy coleslaw, you can't go wrong.
If you're craving some good 'cue in your neck of the woods, Stacker has you covered with the highest-rated barbecue restaurants in Colorado Springs based on diners' reviews on Yelp as of February 2025. Restaurants with at least 20 reviews tagged as "barbecue" within a 10-kilometer radius of Colorado Springs were included. As a result, some restaurants featured may serve other food items.
Keep reading to see where to go when the hunger for all things low-and-slow strikes you!
#27. Dickey's Barbecue Pit
- Rating: 2.5/5 (66 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 811 Cheyenne Meadows Road Ste 12 Colorado Springs, Colorado
- Categories: Barbecue, American
- Read more on Yelp
#26. Dickey's Barbecue Pit
- Rating: 2.5/5 (68 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1252 Interquest Pkwy Colorado Springs, Colorado
- Categories: Barbecue, American
- Read more on Yelp
#25. Dickey's Barbecue Pit
- Rating: 2.6/5 (66 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 7935 Constitution Ave. Colorado Springs, Colorado
- Categories: Barbecue, American
- Read more on Yelp
#24. Dickey's Barbecue Pit
- Rating: 2.6/5 (133 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1466 Garden Of The Gods Road Ste 160 Colorado Springs, Colorado
- Categories: Barbecue, American
- Read more on Yelp
#23. Texas T-Bone Steakhouse
- Rating: 2.8/5 (278 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 5245 North Academy Blvd. Colorado Springs, Colorado
- Categories: Steakhouses, Barbecue, Seafood
- Read more on Yelp
#22. Dickey's Barbecue Pit
- Rating: 2.9/5 (90 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 4146 Austin Bluffs Pkwy Colorado Springs, Colorado
- Categories: Barbecue, American
- Read more on Yelp
#21. Famous Dave's Bar-B-Que
- Rating: 3.0/5 (213 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 5245 North Academy Blvd. Colorado Springs, Colorado
- Categories: Barbecue, Comfort Food, American
- Read more on Yelp
#20. L&L Hawaiian Barbecue
- Rating: 3.3/5 (391 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 5850 Barnes Road Colorado Springs, Colorado
- Categories: Hawaiian, Barbecue
- Read more on Yelp
#19. LongHorn Steakhouse
- Rating: 3.3/5 (295 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 5707 Barnes Road Colorado Springs, Colorado
- Categories: Steakhouses, American, Barbecue
- Read more on Yelp
#18. Texas Roadhouse
- Rating: 3.4/5 (26 reviews)
- Address: 5807 Constitution Ave. Colorado Springs, Colorado
- Categories: Barbecue, Steakhouses, American
- Read more on Yelp
#17. Ozzie's Smokehouse BBQ
- Rating: 3.6/5 (27 reviews)
- Address: 3330 Austin Bluffs Pkwy Colorado Springs, Colorado
- Categories: Barbecue, Smokehouse, Sandwiches
- Read more on Yelp
#16. Armadillo Ranch
- Rating: 3.7/5 (80 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 962 Manitou Ave. Manitou Springs, Colorado
- Categories: Barbecue, Bars, Sandwiches
- Read more on Yelp
#15. Texas Roadhouse
- Rating: 3.7/5 (213 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 595 South 8th St. Colorado Springs, Colorado
- Categories: Steakhouses, Barbecue, American
- Read more on Yelp
#14. Texas Roadhouse
- Rating: 3.8/5 (344 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 3120 North Powers Blvd. Colorado Springs, Colorado
- Categories: Steakhouses, Barbecue, American
- Read more on Yelp
#13. Bird Dog BBQ
- Rating: 3.8/5 (397 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 5984 Stetson Hills Blvd. Ste 200 Marketplace Shopping Center Colorado Springs, Colorado
- Categories: Barbecue, American, Sandwiches
- Read more on Yelp
#12. Bird Dog BBQ
- Rating: 3.9/5 (100 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 4153 Centennial Blvd. Colorado Springs, Colorado
- Categories: Barbecue, American, Salad
- Read more on Yelp
#11. Colorado Smokehouse
- Rating: 3.9/5 (214 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 6679 Camden Blvd. Fountain, Colorado
- Categories: Barbecue, Sandwiches, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#10. Rudy's "Country Store" and Bar-B-Q
- Rating: 4.1/5 (1194 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 315 South 31st St. Colorado Springs, Colorado
- Categories: Barbecue
- Read more on Yelp
#9. Seoul Korean BBQ
- Rating: 4.2/5 (85 reviews)
- Address: 1645 Briargate Pkwy Colorado Springs, Colorado
- Categories: Korean, Barbecue, Seafood
- Read more on Yelp
#8. South Jersey Subs
- Rating: 4.2/5 (98 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1726 Brookwood Drive Colorado Springs, Colorado
- Categories: Sandwiches, Barbecue, Italian
- Read more on Yelp
#7. Front Range Barbeque
- Rating: 4.2/5 (825 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2330 West Colorado Ave. Colorado Springs, Colorado
- Categories: Barbecue, American, Cajun/Creole
- Read more on Yelp
#6. Otis BBQ
- Rating: 4.3/5 (23 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 952 manitou Ave. Manitou Springs, Colorado
- Categories: Barbecue, Southern, Food Trucks
- Read more on Yelp
#5. B'z BBQ Company
- Rating: 4.3/5 (75 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1405 Selix Grove Colorado Springs, Colorado
- Categories: Barbecue
- Read more on Yelp
#4. Mission BBQ
- Rating: 4.5/5 (82 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1391 Interquest Pkwy Ste 110 Colorado Springs, Colorado
- Categories: Barbecue, Sandwiches
- Read more on Yelp
#3. Porkbutt BBQ
- Rating: 4.7/5 (29 reviews)
- Address: 2220 Academy Place Colorado Springs, Colorado
- Categories: Barbecue, Gluten-Free, American
- Read more on Yelp
#2. The Chuckwagon 719
- Rating: 4.8/5 (43 reviews)
- Address: 6453 Omaha Blvd. Colorado Springs, Colorado
- Categories: Barbecue, Desserts, Caterers
- Read more on Yelp
#1. Hafa Adai Fiesta Food
- Rating: 4.9/5 (94 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 109 East Pikes Peak Ave. Colorado Springs, Colorado
- Categories: Barbecue, Guamanian, Empanadas
- Read more on Yelp
This story features data reporting by Wade Zhou, writing by Cynthia Rebolledo, and is part of a series utilizing data automation across 281 metros.
