Here Are The 5 Most-Recommended BBQ Restaurants In Missouri, According To Our Readers

Explore the best BBQ joints in Missouri, known for its exceptional barbecue.

Missouri is well-known for its barbecue. You won't, after all, find better burnt ends anywhere in the country. With all of the BBQ restaurants in Missouri, what are some of the best? Which do you, our readers, recommend when someone asks you for the best BBQ in Missouri? We hope you're hungry because, by the time you finish reading this, you'll be craving some mouthwatering Missouri barbecue. Let's explore the best BBQ joints in Missouri.

Home to what's been called "The World's Best Seasoning," Strawberry's is perhaps best known for its one-of-a-kind seasonings. The menu's jam-packed with a slew of favorite BBQ dishes - ribs, barbecue chicken, and a classic BBQ sandwich. Craving a bit of everything? Try the BBQ Sampler Platter.

Whether you dine in or take out, make sure you are good and hungry when you visit The Rebel Pig. Kick off your meal with the smoked pulled pork nachos, or dive right in with an entrée. You'll find such favorites as smoked chicken, smoked brisket, and brisket melt.

You definitely will not leave Hucklebuck 60 BBQ hungry; you might even have leftovers to take with you. This classic Missouri barbecue restaurant earns glowing marks for its generous menu that features smoked dry rub ribs, sandwiches, and combos. If you're really hungry, try the brisket, pulled pork, or smoked turkey dinner. You can also order meat by the pound.

A popular neighborhood restaurant since 1953, Hickory Log Restaurant dishes up some of the area's best barbecue. Chances are one visit will turn you into a regular, especially after you try the ribs or the BBQ pork. If you're not in the mood for barbecue, stop by anyway. The menu also features a long list of favorites - burgers, steaks, and chicken strips, for example.

See if you agree that Crosstown Barbecue has the best barbecue in Springfield. Pull up a chair and dig into one of the classics - burnt ends, ribs, and fried catfish. Really hungry? Order your favorites, including smoked beef brisket and smoked pork, by the pound, too. Crosstown Barbecue also serves a family dinner that feeds up to six people. It comes with 1.5 pounds of meat, ribs, two sides, and bread.

Did your favorite of the best BBQ in Missouri make this list? What are your favorites? Let us know in the comments! If you're looking for some unique dining while you're staying in Missouri, check out these unique restaurants across the state:

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