Unveiling the Best BBQ Spots in West Virginia
Grilling burgers and hot dogs in the backyard has often been confused with real down-home barbecued meat. Grilling meat is done over an open fire, but barbecue is done to a large portion of pork, beef, or chicken that is smoked indirectly, usually inside a smoker or closed pit. Rooted in the South, there are several styles and varieties of barbecue. Some are sweeter, others have a deeper, tangy rich mesquite flavor. You might be asked if you like your barbecued meat wet (with sauce) or dry (with only the dry rub seasoning). In any case and whatever style, flavor, or meat you prefer, you’ll find the best barbecue joints in West Virginia below. Try them all!
Dem 2 Brothers and a Grill, Charleston, WV
Dem 2 Brothers and a Grill in Charleston results from what happens when social media goes crazy with positive ratings. What started as just an out-of-state trip has turned out to be one of the fastest-growing, most popular, and delicious BBQ joints in the state! With 2 restaurants and 2 food trucks, this is the place to get Southern-style BBQ with all the fixin’s. That usually tastes like pulled pork BBQ, sweet potato casserole, collard greens, baked beans, and macaroni and cheese. They gladly deliver for a small fee and are available to cater any occasion.
When Pigs Fly BBQ, Lewisburg, WV
With a catchy name like When Pigs Fly, this little barbecue joint in Lewisburg is turning heads. They offer a daily lunch buffet and on Sundays, you can eat till you’re full at the All-You-Can-Eat Buffet. This is great food at great prices and in a homey, friendly atmosphere. You’ll want to try everything on the menu, but make sure you taste the Bar-BeCuban, a pulled-pork sandwich with mild sauce, ham, Swiss cheese, pickles and mustard made on a Panini press, or the Hawaiian Luau, a pulled-pork sandwich with pineapple salsa, and a special homemade Asian barbecue sauce. Kids’ menus and portions are available.
Barnyard BBQ, Multiple locations
With three locations to choose, you can stop and try the mouthwatering smoked barbecue almost any time you please. Besides amazing customer favorites like the smoked prime rib and baby back ribs combo, they serve crab-stuffed catfish, smoked chicken, and beef brisket. Live entertainment and a full bar complete your finger-licking dining experience.
Buddy’s All American BBQ, Huntington, WV
What could be better than sitting outside on a warm summer evening enjoying a platter of secret rub-smoked chicken, pork, or beef with your sauce of choice and one of the delicious sides like potato salad, baked beans, cole slaw, or hushpuppies? Buddy’s is laid back, friendly, and always has cold beer. They’ll cater your next special event, too.
A Taste of Memphis, Princeton, WV
Authentic hickory-smoked barbecue is what you’ll find at A Taste of Memphis, but it’s not in Tennessee. Located in Princeton, your biggest appetite will be filled with melt-in-your-mouth ribs, platters, sandwiches, and sides. The house's specialties include barbecue nachos, homemade potato skins, fried green tomatoes, giant baked potatoes, cinnamon apples, and hushpuppies. Children have their own menu for smaller appetites. If you like them here, you’ll love them at your next catered event.
Key Insights at a Glance
- Grilling burgers and hot dogs is often confused with real barbecue.
- Barbecue is smoked meat, usually pork, beef, or chicken.
- There are different styles and flavors of barbecue.
- Dem 2 Brothers and a Grill in Charleston is a popular BBQ joint.
- When Pigs Fly in Lewisburg offers a daily lunch buffet.
- Barnyard BBQ has three locations and live entertainment.
- Buddy's All American BBQ in Huntington is laid back and friendly.
- A Taste of Memphis in Princeton offers authentic hickory-smoked barbecue.
