Order Some Of The Best Barbecue In Arkansas At JJ’s Barbecue, A Ramshackle Barbecue Shack

Just like books, you shouldn’t judge restaurants by their looks - and if you need proof, pay a visit to JJ’s Barbecue! From the outside, it looks like a ramshackle shack. However, inside, you’ll find some of the best barbecue in Arkansas.

JJ's Barbecue is located on Main Street in El Dorado.

A true hole-in-the-wall, it boasts a quirky appearance AND great grub, or more specifically, the “best lip teasin', palate pleasin' barbecue in all of Arkansas.”

It’s clearly a no-frills kind of place.

Inside, you’ll find mis-matched chairs and paper towels instead of napkins.

Don’t worry, though. You won’t miss the frills once you try the barbecue.

In business since 1990, owners Joe and Joyce Gallea have had plenty of time to perfect their barbecue – and perfect it they have!

The duo prepares everything in-house, using their own recipes. Even the barbecue sauce, which comes in two flavors – Cajun spicy and mild – is cooked and smoked daily.

The end result is deliciously unique brisket, pork shoulder, sausage, chicken, ribs, turkey, and ham.

And don’t forget about the steak. Every night at JJ’s is certified Angus steak night.

Barbecue may be what put the eatery on the map, but it’s not all you’ll find on the menu. There’s also catfish, salads, and sandwiches.

Ready to sample some of the state's best barbecue? For more information, call JJ’s Barbecue at (870) 862-1777. You can also visit the JJ’s Barbecue website.

So, did you know about this hole-in-the-wall in Arkansas? Ever visited? If so, what’d you order? How was it? Tell us!

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