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This Barbecue Spot In Tarrytown, New York Serves Up Delicious Smoked Meats

Pik Nik BBQ in Tarrytown, New York, offers a variety of smoked meats and classic sides in a cozy atmosphere.

Published May 6, 2023

Written by 

John Williams

Looking for the best barbecue in Tarrytown, New York? Look no further than Pik Nik BBQ. The premiere barbecue option for all of Westchester County, Pik Nik smokes its meats free daily and serves them with a classic dry rub. Whether it's beef brisket, Carolina-style pulled pork, free-range chickens or St. Louis ribs, Pik Nik has got you covered. They even make ramen! For lovers of barbecue, a trip to Pik Nik is a no-brainer.

Started in 2016 by Alberta and Hassan Jarane, the brains behind the lauded upscale restaurant Mint Premium Foods, Pik Nik BBQ is located on Main Street in Tarrytown, New York.

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Pik Nik's beef brisket is hickory smoked in the classic "slow and low" style for up to 14 hours a day. It uses only the finest USDA prime cuts of meat.

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The cozy atmosphere of Pik Nik serves as a perfect compliment to the mouthwatering food the establishment serves. Its large windows offer a great view of Main Street in Tarrytown.

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Pik Nik's work hasn't been ignored by the local press: Westchester Magazine has praised their ramen and called them a "Black-owned restaurant in Westchester to order from right now."

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In addition to meats, Pik Nik has all the classic sides you could ever ask for.

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Prefer chicken to beef or pork? That's no problem! Pik Nik serves both smoked chicken wings (with a variety of sauces) and a buttermilk fried free range chicken. They even fry your chicken right there on the spot.

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No matter what your taste in barbecue, Pik Nik likely has a menu item you will fall in love with. While you are in the Tarrytown area, why not make it a weekend and stay at the Castle Hotel & Spa? It's an actual Norman-style castle that was completed in 1910. If you want even more history during your trip, you will be amazed to learn that Tarrytown was also the inspiration behind the legend of Sleepy Hollow. Surely, all of this sightseeing will work up an appetite! You could even make multiple trips to Pik Nik during your stay. They are open for lunch, dinner and snack time.

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