Highest-rated barbecue restaurants in the Shreveport area by diners
Highest-rated barbecue restaurants in the Shreveport 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 Shreveport 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 Shreveport 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!
#19. Shane's Seafood & BarBQ
- Rating: 2.6/5 (48 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 9133 Mansfield Road Shreveport, Louisiana
- Categories: Barbecue, Cajun/Creole, Seafood
- Read more on Yelp
#18. Shane's Seafood & BBQ
- Rating: 2.6/5 (28 reviews)
- Address: 9176 Mansfield Road Shreveport, Louisiana
- Categories: Cajun/Creole, Seafood, Barbecue
- Read more on Yelp
#17. Podnuh's Bar-B-Q
- Rating: 2.6/5 (22 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 110 Benton Road Bossier City, Louisiana
- Categories: Barbecue
- Read more on Yelp
#16. Logan's Roadhouse
- Rating: 2.7/5 (85 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 7519 Youree Drive Shreveport, Louisiana
- Categories: Steakhouses, Barbecue, American
- Read more on Yelp
#15. Podnuh's Bar-B-Que - Mansfield Rd. Shreveport, LA
- Rating: 2.7/5 (26 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 9030 Mansfield Road Shreveport, Louisiana
- Categories: Barbecue
- Read more on Yelp
#14. Podnuh's Bar-B Q
- Rating: 2.8/5 (33 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1146 Shreveport Barksdale Hwy Shreveport, Louisiana
- Categories: Southern, Barbecue
- Read more on Yelp
#13. Shane's Seafood & BBQ
- Rating: 2.9/5 (23 reviews)
- Address: 5750 North Market St. Shreveport, Louisiana
- Categories: Southern, Seafood, Barbecue
- Read more on Yelp
#12. Shane's Seafood BBQ Youree Dr
- Rating: 3.1/5 (99 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 5914 Youree Drive Shreveport, Louisiana
- Categories: Barbecue, Seafood, Cajun/Creole
- Read more on Yelp
#11. LongHorn Steakhouse
- Rating: 3.3/5 (109 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 7231 Youree Drive Shreveport, Louisiana
- Categories: Steakhouses, American, Barbecue
- Read more on Yelp
#10. Podnuh's Bar-B-Q
- Rating: 3.3/5 (22 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1915 North Market St. Shreveport, Louisiana
- Categories: Barbecue
- Read more on Yelp
#9. Hickory Stick
- Rating: 3.5/5 (66 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 4448 Youree Drive Shreveport, Louisiana
- Categories: Barbecue
- Read more on Yelp
#8. Texas Roadhouse
- Rating: 3.5/5 (274 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1005A Gould Drive Bossier City, Louisiana
- Categories: Steakhouses, Barbecue, American
- Read more on Yelp
#7. Big D's Bar-B-Que
- Rating: 3.5/5 (35 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 101 North Common St. Shreveport, Louisiana
- Categories: Barbecue, Jazz & Blues
- Read more on Yelp
#6. Country Tavern Barbecue
- Rating: 3.6/5 (69 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 823 Brook Hollow Drive Shreveport, Louisiana
- Categories: Barbecue, Steakhouses
- Read more on Yelp
#5. Bodacious Bar and Q
- Rating: 3.6/5 (25 reviews)
- Address: 8410 Line Ave. Shreveport, Louisiana
- Categories: Bars, Southern, Barbecue
- Read more on Yelp
#4. Bodacious Bar-B-Q
- Rating: 3.6/5 (77 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 4706 Barksdale Blvd. Bossier City, Louisiana
- Categories: Barbecue
- Read more on Yelp
#3. Silver Star Grille
- Rating: 3.7/5 (113 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 9462 Ellerbe Road Ste 100 Shreveport, Louisiana
- Categories: Steakhouses, Bars, Barbecue
- Read more on Yelp
#2. Jack's Bar-B-Q
- Rating: 3.8/5 (50 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1301 North Market St. Shreveport, Louisiana
- Categories: Barbecue
- Read more on Yelp
#1. Shane's Seafood & BBQ
- Rating: 3.8/5 (149 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 4726 East Texas St. Bossier City, Louisiana
- Categories: Barbecue, Seafood
- 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.
