If you’re looking for delicious BBQ in the United States, people are often going to refer you to the same areas. Memphis is known for amazing ribs, slathered in a slightly sweet sauce that incorporates both vinegar and tomatoes. Kansas City typically has a thicker sauce, which is also slightly sweet. Carolina style is a tangier, less sweet sauce. Collectively, those are the hubs that people are talking about when they’re after a great BBQ. But that doesn’t mean you can’t find it well-executed anywhere else, like, say, Illinois. In fact, South Moon BBQ, about a 90-minute drive west of Chicago, is making some of the best barbecue in the Land of Lincoln!

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Be sure to check out the South Moon BBQ website for up-to-date hours and menu offerings. If you’ve ever been, tell us what your favorite food was in the comments.

Looking for more amazing Illinois BBQ? Buckle up for this delicious road trip!

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