7 Arizona BBQ restaurants named best in US
Yelp has released a list of the 2024 Top 100 Barbecue Spots, naming the best barbecue restaurants in the United States. Seven Arizona joints made the list alongside iconic spots like Joe’s Kansas City Bar-B-Que, whose owners have “won almost every major barbecue competition in 2024.” the country.” A pitmaster from metro Phoenix even placed in the top three.
To compile the “All-Time List of Top 100 Barbecue Spots in the United States,” Yelp took into account the top mentions of barbecue and factors like ratings and total volume.
Here’s a look at all the Arizona barbecue restaurants that are among the best on Yelp’s US list.
Colt Grill in Sedona ranked #80
With multiple locations across Northern Arizona, Colt Grill offers a menu centered around hardwood smoked meat.
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Rating: 4.5 from 314 reviews.
Reviewer’s comment: Nicole M. wrote: “This place has the best brisket I have ever had. We ordered the sample platter and 2 sides which was a generous portion of all their offerings. Their assortment of BBQ sauces was fantastic, we especially love the Campfire sauce. While eating the brisket, it was shredded on my fork just trying to pick it up. I’ll make it a point to stop at Colt Grill next time I’m in Sedona!
Details: 6101 State Route 179, Suite D, Sedona. 928-325-7200, coltgrill.com.
Word Of Mouth Grill in Tempe ranked #71
This family restaurant uses mesquite for its barbecue. As the name suggests, they started as a catering company in 2011 and opened a brick-and-mortar location in 2019.
Rating: 4.6 from 440 reviews.
Reviewer’s comment: Johnny B. wrote: “Nice local place, always been good. I really like the chest. I prefer sweeter cornbread, their version is good, it’s typical and the only thing that didn’t impress me but that’s my personal taste which I understand is not normal when it comes is cornbread. I highly recommend this place, I don’t think you can go wrong here.”
Details: 7660 S. McClintock Dr., Suite 103, Tempe. 480-621-6247, wordofmouthgrill.com.
Holy Smokin’ Butts BBQ in Tucson ranked #64
This place offers wood-fired barbecue style burgers and specialty mixes.
Rating: 4.4 from 560 reviews.
Critical howt: Forrest R. wrote: “Excellent food and service. I would happily recommend this restaurant, one of the best in east Tucson.”
Details: 6940 E. Broadway Blvd., Tucson. 520-329-3088, holysmokinbutts.com.
Smokey Mo in Tucson ranked #54
Smokey Mo offers mesquite smoked barbecue.
Rating: 4.4 from 644 reviews.
Critical comment: Gian Carlo A. wrote: “It was the best BBQ I have ever had it was amazing and such an amazing experience and kool aid bomb and amazing friendly service and the food was and the music was so “Good she made me dance in my seat.”
Details: 2650 N. First Ave., Tucson. 520-203-8250, smokeymo.com.
Caldwell County Barbecue in Gilbert Ranked 37th
The restaurant serves Texas-style barbecue with an Arizona twist.
Rating: 4.7 from 1,507 reviews.
Critical comment: Nora N. wrote: “Best brisket in Arizona! Great service. Hidden location, we are customers of the Gilbert location on Power and 202 Freeway. Ask for thin slices, my son loves his mac and cheese, My favorite side dish is corn casserole.”
Details: 18324 E. Nunneley Road, Gilbert. 480-892-0512, caldwellcountybbq.com.
Little Miss BBQ in Sunnyslope ranked 20th
Owner Scott Holmes offers Texas-style barbecue at Little Miss BBQ in Phoenix and recently opened a fried chicken and ribs restaurant downtown.
Rating: 4.5 from 1,184 reviews.
Reviewer’s comment: Ambrosia G. wrote: “Best BBQ I’ve had in town so far. The meat is delicious but the sides are also the star of the show. I’ve had many BBQ places where the meat is good but the sides are nothing to write home about. I came away wanting every item I tried. If you haven’t been here before, you won’t regret a visit.
Details: 8901 N. Seventh Street, Phoenix. 602-314-6922, littlemissbbq.com.
Eric’s Family Barbecue in Avondale ranked #3
Veteran owned and operated, this is Texas style BBQ in Avondale.
Rating: 4.3 from 725 reviews.
Reviewer’s comment: Elite Yelper Savannah V. wrote: “Phenomenal! Amazing customer service, juicy meat, delicious sides! We often frequent smoking rooms, and this (is) hands down the best smokehouse in Arizona. We ordered 1/2 lb brisket and 1/2 lb pulled pork, potato salad and macaroni on the side. We stuffed our faces and we will certainly Come back.”
Details: 12345 W. Indian School Rd., Avondale. 623-248-0148, @ericsfamilybarbecue on Instagram.
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