Some Of The Most Mouthwatering BBQ In Kentucky Is Served At This Unassuming Local Gem

Owensboro might be hailed as the Bar-B-Q Capital of the World, but it's not the only barbecue hot spot in Kentucky. The Bluegrass State is known far and wide for its delicious barbecue, with every small town and big city representing KY BBQ. Just outside Lexington in the heart of Horse Country, Red State BBQ serves up the most mouthwatering barbecue in Kentucky, from the most casual and unassuming digs.

Where do you go when a craving for BBQ strikes in the Bluegrass? You could, of course, head to Owensboro, a region in Northwest Kentucky that's legendary for its bevy of barbecue restaurants.

Or you could head to Lexington, the heart of Horse Country and home to one of the state's greatest BBQ treasures: Red State BBQ.

Step inside this humble little BBQ joint and you'll instantly be charmed by the red-and-white checkered table cloths and funky, graffiti-strewn walls.

This down-home spot is known for its delicious smoked meats that come with Memphis-, Texas-, and Carolina-style sauces.

Throw in some mac n' cheese, banana pudding, and cold Ale-8-One, and you have a decidedly Kentucky BBQ feast!

Of course, the meat is the star here; Red State BBQ uses only the choicest cuts of meats prepared to succulent, fall-off-the-bone perfection.

For BBQ purists, there's nothing better than a pulled pork sandwich served on a toasted bun with potato chips on the side. Yum!

But if you're craving something extra, feel free to slather some mac 'n cheese on your 'wich! Holy deliciousness.

You can't go wrong with anything on the menu at Red State BBQ. While it might not be as well-known as its Owensboro brethren, this hidden gem is a must-visit BBQ joint in Lexington, Kentucky.

Have you dined at Red State BBQ before? This unassuming local gem is worth a visit the next time you're craving delicious 'que in Kentucky!

Ready to visit more hidden gem BBQ joints in the Bluegrass? This Kentucky Barbecue Road Trip is a delicious adventure; all you need to bring is a hearty appetite.