Why People Go Crazy For J And J’s Barbecue, A Small Town Eatery In Wisconsin

Way up in the northwest part of Wisconsin, along the Mississippi River about midway between the Twin Cities and LaCrosse, is one of the best kept secrets in the state. With fall-off-the-bone ribs featuring a mix of sauce and dry rub, J and J’s Barbecue in Wisconsin continually dazzles taste buds. The meat is smoked for a minimum of four hours, and it melts off the bone. After one bite, you'll understand why people come from all around to try the delicious BBQ in small town Nelson, Wisconsin. Check it out:

J & J's BBQ has been serving great, smoky BBQ to the folks in this area for more than 16 years.

But the owners' obsession with wonderful, smoked meat started back in the 1970's and manifested itself in a mobile smoking unit in 1993.

Folks used to cram into this tiny general store that happened to also have top notch BBQ.

They'd come from miles around, and J & J's would have lines as soon as they opened their doors.

J and J's often sold out of their finger-lickin' BBQ.

A few years back, J & J's expanded next door.

Grandpa's Saloon added tons of square footage.

Meaning even more folks could come enjoy their irresistible BBQ.

The combination of BBQ sauce and dry rub results in BBQ that is fall-off-the-bone good.

Plus, the pit masters at J and J's let the meat smoke low and slow for at least four hours.

Sure, the ribs are to-die-for, but that's just the beginning -- the pulled pork sandwich is also amazing.

J & J's ups the ante with a number of BBQ wraps, smoked wings, BBQ smothered potatoes and more.

Their Bloody Mary has all the tangy smokiness you'd expect from a BBQ joint and needs a plate to help carry all its extras.

With more than 40 years of BBQ experience, including time spent down south, J & J's has the background to back up their mouthwatering food.

You don't normally find food this good in a general store, but J and J's Barbecue is anything but typical.

We promise you won't regret a trip here. You'll find this incredible eatery at 208 N Main St, Nelson, WI 54756. J & J's is closed Monday and Tuesday, so plan accordingly. To learn more, visit their website here.

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Want to find more great BBQ in Wisconsin? Check out our previous article: The 15 Best BBQ Sandwiches In Wisconsin And Where To Find Them