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List: Best barbecue in the Triangle
In North Carolina, barbecue is more than a favorite -- it's a staple! These were your top five picks in WRAL's 2017 Voters Choice Awards.
Posted — UpdatedRALEIGH, N.C. — In North Carolina, barbecue is more than a favorite -- it's a staple! These were your top five picks in WRAL's 2017 Voters Choice Awards.
The Redneck BBQ Lab
Born in Johnston County in 2017, The Redneck BBQ Lab features new recipes every month and sauces and rubs are made from recipes honed from years of competitions and caterings.
Address: 12101 N.C. Highway 210 B in Benson
The Pit
The Pit has amazing whole-hog, pit-cooked barbecue, but it's also known for its sides and desserts served in a laid-back, upscale setting.
Address: 328 W. Davie Street in Raleigh, 321 W. Geer Street in Durham
Clyde Cooper's Barbecue
Clyde Cooper's, which has been in business since 1938, serves up Carolina-style BBQ at an old-fashioned counter.
Address: 27 S. Wilmington Street in Raleigh
City Barbeque
Pick your meat and your sides at this fast-casual eatery known for its tasty grub.
Address: Locations in Raleigh, Cary and Garner
Smithfield's Chicken 'N Bar-B-Q
The barbecue at Smithfield's is great but the fried chicken and sweet tea are incredible too!
Address: Numerous locations across the Triangle
This list was compiled from WRAL's 2017 Voters Choice Awards finalists, which awarded businesses, people and services in more than 100 categories, including best barbecue, best blogger, best pizza, best biscuits and more.
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