We love our BBQ in the Carolinas. Especially, some North Carolina BBQ. One magazine seems to also believe that North Carolina BBQ is pretty great. We have a bunch of BBQ restaurants named the best in the nation. A Texas place called Snow’s BBQ won”Best in the Nation” by Southern Living. But both North and South Carolina did very well. Can you guess what Carolina BBQ spots they are?
One of the winners was Prime BBQ in Knightdale, North Carolina. Here is how Southern Living described this Raliegh area restaurant. Have you ever had this famous North Carolina BBQ spot?
Ten miles east of Raleigh in Knightdale, Christopher Prieto has a gleaming haven for barbecue fans. Though smack in the middle of pork and vinegar sauce territory, Prieto turned to his Texan and Puerto Rican roots for inspiration. The result is a juicy brisket with a perfect peppery bark. Smoky ribs speckled with black pepper and caramelized sugar. Also a splendidly savory “barbecue rice” that’s browned with onions and bacon fat and in beef stock along with slivers of sausage. This is his Mother’s recipe. You know if it’s Mama’s recipe, then it’s going to be good! The menu also offers great options like mac and cheese, barbecue rice, sandwiches, loaded potatoes, and more.
Close to Charlotte, Bar-B-Q Center in Lexington, North Carolina also made the best BBQ list. Red Bridges BBQ Lodge in Shelby, North Carolina also made the list for its delicious food. North Carolina had 8 places make the list. South Carolina also has plenty of BBQ joints that also made the list.
Check out the full list of all of the best BBQ spots here.
5 Delicious Things North Carolina Is Known And Famous For
BBQ
North Carolina is known for its barbecue, with two main styles – Eastern and Lexington. For fans of succulent meat, this is definitely a treat to try.
Eastern style BBQ is all about the whole pork, which is cooked over an open pit of hardwood coals. The meat is then chopped or pulled and served with a vinegar-based sauce on the side. This style is common along the coast of Piedmont.
In Lexington style, they focus more on the pork shoulder, which is smoked and then served with a ketchup and vinegar-based sauce. The sauce tends to be sweeter and thicker.
Whichever style you prefer, North Carolina knows how to do BBQ right! Make sure you give it a shot. Better yet, try both styles to find out which is your favorite.
Krispy Kreme
Krispy Kreme is a company that was founded in Winston-Salem, North Carolina in 1937. The company is most famous for its original glazed doughnuts, which are fried and then coated with a sugar and cinnamon glaze.
The company has since expanded worldwide, but the original Krispy Kreme location in Winston-Salem is still in operation today. Krispy Kreme is also popular for its innovative flavors, such as green tea and pumpkin spice.
Texas Pete Hot Sauce
North Carolina is home to the popular Texas Pete hot sauce. This sauce, which you might assume is from Texas from its name, actually comes from Winston-Salem in 1929 and is still made there today.
Texas Pete hot sauce is a staple in many North Carolina households. It is commonly used as a condiment, but it can also be used in cooking to add a bit of spice.
Mt Olive Pickles
Founded in 1926, Mt. Olive Pickles is the leading producer of pickles and relish in the United States. As you can guess from the name, their origins trace back to, well, Mount Olives in North Carolina. While their products are enjoyed by people all over the world, North Carolinians definitely love their pickles!
Mt. Olive offers a wide variety of pickled products including cucumbers, peppers, onions, and more. If you’re a fan of pickles, definitely check out Mt. Olive Pickles. You can find their products in most grocery stores.
Cheerwine
Created in Salisbury, North Carolina in 1917, Cheerwine is a cherry-flavored soft drink that is very popular in the Carolinas.
While Cheerwine is available in stores all over the United States, it definitely has a huge following in North Carolina. It is so beloved in North Carolina that the state hosts an annual Cheerwine Festival. The festival celebrates all things Cheerwine with food, music, and of course, plenty of soda.
