Highest-rated barbecue restaurants in the Baton Rouge area by diners
Highest-rated barbecue restaurants in the Baton Rouge 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 Baton Rouge 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 Baton Rouge 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!
#18. Jay's Bar-B-Q
- Rating: 2.6/5 (62 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 5734 South Sherwood Forest Blvd. Baton Rouge, Louisiana
- Categories: Barbecue
- Read more on Yelp
#17. Texas Roadhouse
- Rating: 3.1/5 (188 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 10360 North Mall Drive Baton Rouge, Louisiana
- Categories: Steakhouses, Barbecue, American
- Read more on Yelp
#16. LongHorn Steakhouse
- Rating: 3.4/5 (87 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 6571 Bluebonnet Blvd. Baton Rouge, Louisiana
- Categories: Steakhouses, Barbecue, American
- Read more on Yelp
#15. Hannah Q Smokehouse
- Rating: 3.5/5 (112 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 17097 Airline Hwy Ste 201 Prairieville, Louisiana
- Categories: Barbecue, Smokehouse, Southern
- Read more on Yelp
#14. Sonny's BBQ
- Rating: 3.7/5 (157 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 12475 Florida Blvd. Baton Rouge, Louisiana
- Categories: Barbecue, New American, Southern
- Read more on Yelp
#13. Hannah Q Smokehouse
- Rating: 3.7/5 (161 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 4808 Government St. Baton Rouge, Louisiana
- Categories: Barbecue, Southern, Smokehouse
- Read more on Yelp
#12. Jay's Bar-B-Q
- Rating: 3.7/5 (22 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 4215 Government St. Baton Rouge, Louisiana
- Categories: Barbecue, fast food
- Read more on Yelp
#11. Podnuh's Bar-B-Q
- Rating: 3.7/5 (27 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 7026 Florida Blvd. Baton Rouge, Louisiana
- Categories: Barbecue
- Read more on Yelp
#10. City Pork Perkins
- Rating: 3.8/5 (83 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 18143 Perkins Road East Ste d Baton Rouge, Louisiana
- Categories: Breakfast & Brunch, Barbecue, Cocktail Bars
- Read more on Yelp
#9. Franks Restaurant Grill & Bar
- Rating: 3.8/5 (212 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 17425 Airline Hwy Prairieville, Louisiana
- Categories: American, Barbecue, Breakfast & Brunch
- Read more on Yelp
#8. Hannah Q Smokehouse
- Rating: 3.9/5 (38 reviews)
- Address: 9880 Bluebonnet Blvd. Baton Rouge, Louisiana
- Categories: Barbecue
- Read more on Yelp
#7. Spectacular Tubers
- Rating: 4.0/5 (30 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 14241 Coursey Blvd. Baton Rouge, Louisiana
- Categories: Barbecue, Vegetarian, Sandwiches
- Read more on Yelp
#6. Pit-N-Peel
- Rating: 4.1/5 (100 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2101 Government St. Baton Rouge, Louisiana
- Categories: Barbecue, Seafood
- Read more on Yelp
#5. BRQ Seafood and Barbeque
- Rating: 4.1/5 (578 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 10423 Jefferson Hwy Baton Rouge, Louisiana
- Categories: Barbecue, Seafood, Beer Gardens
- Read more on Yelp
#4. City Pork Jefferson
- Rating: 4.3/5 (597 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 7327 Jefferson Hwy Baton Rouge, Louisiana
- Categories: Breakfast & Brunch, Southern, Barbecue
- Read more on Yelp
#3. Cou-yon's Cajun Bar-B-Q
- Rating: 4.6/5 (527 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 470 North Alexander Ave. Port Allen, Louisiana
- Categories: Barbecue, Seafood, Southern
- Read more on Yelp
#2. Faye's Subs & Salads
- Rating: 4.7/5 (27 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 311 3rd St. Baton Rouge, Louisiana
- Categories: Salad, Barbecue, Sandwiches
- Read more on Yelp
#1. Smoke bayou
- Rating: 4.7/5 (51 reviews)
- Address: 4355 Inniswold Road Baton Rouge, Louisiana
- Categories: Barbecue, Soul Food, Smokehouse
- 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.
