Barbecue cuisine: the best places to taste it in Anchorage

8 restaurant menus in United States, (the ranking and the list of restaurants are based on the number of recommendations received from users in the last month, currently updated)
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Aj's Barbeque
97/100 (65 ratings)
Restaurants
Barbecue
Barbecue
Dinner
Lunch
Barbecue
Dinner
Lunch
"This place is solid gold. I don’t write reviews but I’m from the Midwest this is the best barbecue I’ve had in a long time. And AJ and his wife..."
Alex Stoll
"Fantastic BBQ! The best in Anchorage. The ribs fell off the bone and the meat was tender and juicy. Complimented with coleslaw and beans, I..."
Josiah Turner
"I’m from Alabama and anyone from the south can tell you that BBQ tastes different depending on the region it’s served. When I saw that Aj’s Rib..."
June Sandstrom
"This place is the BEST in Anchorage for BBQ! Be sure to go! They have excellent customer service and amazing food! Make sure you have cash, if not..."
Brittany Bews
"The woman behind the counter was so friendly. The portions were generous and..."
Kelly Forster
"I was so excited to learn AJ’s is still open! I was on the hunt for a new place, and almost settled for a different smokehouse stop. I am confused..."
Katie LaFon
Tito's Gyros
Tito's Gyros
82/100 (79 ratings)
Restaurants
American
Barbecue
Dinner
Lunch
Ribs
Gyros
Crawfish
Catfish
"This place is a small restaurant but the food is out of this world. We had the baby back ribs and peach cobbler and it was the best I have ever..."
Scott Andersen
"Awesome Resturant with awesome food. Doing a project in the Found this place on Google. The seafood gumbo is excellent had a bowl there took a to go..."
Donald Bredell
"I have been going to Roscoes ever since they were at Sears mall. I am so glad to see they are doing well at this downtown location. It’s very easy..."
Xefirah Pepek
"He's very nice, down to earth and a great cook.....!!!!!!!!!!!! I highly recommend a visit to his..."
Leanne Grace
"I was in the mood for some good southern cooking and found Roscos. I ordered catfish with collard greens and red beans and rice. It was exactly what..."
Wade Pier
"Great food.bbq sauce sweet and smoky. Half a chicken really is half a chicken. Ribs were perfectly cooked. Roscoe even came to dining room to..."
Jason Belinsky
"Incredible food and atmosphere!!! Reminded me of my childhood and my Great Aunt's cooking. Definitely worth the drive from the..."
Elizabeth Freeman-Hobler
"I would wait a million years and spend a million dollars for this food... everyone cry about time and price I only cry when the quality isn’t good,..."
Mike Spirko
"First time today. The staff is awesome. Makes you feel welcome. The flavor in the food was great. The jumbolia is the perfect meal on any winter..."
George Moore
"I am a visitor from Vancouver Canada, what a nice little gem you have here. I had the ribs , they were awesome. The best corn bread ever. Home..."
Perry Omeasoo
"Awesome food, I've had the Gumbo, Jambalaya, baby back ribs, collard greens and okra.. ALL have been fantastic. I will be going there from now on..."
Jana Estes
"Small place that has both Gyros and BBQ... So I didn't anticipate it being this good. The food was great! Service was excellent. Gumbo was expensive..."
Ty Bridges
"My mom originally wanted a gyro so I suggested Tito's Gyros which is also called Roscoe's, same location. We came in and we can smell BBQ which smelt..."
Katherine Panamarioff
"Inside a larger soul food restaurant, this hole in the wall has friendly staff, a great owner, and really solid food. Just coming in the smell was..."
Matthew Bigman
"If you love comfort food, especially southern comfort food, then this is your place. They have all the southern staples including fried chicken,..."
Jeff Jones
"AKA: Roscoe's has the best Philly cheese steak sandwich! I cannot even describe how perfectly the bread was toasted, it had the perfect toasted..."
J D
Turnagain Bbq Armpit Alaska
Turnagain Bbq Armpit Alaska
78/100 (685 ratings)
Restaurants
American
Barbecue
American
Barbecue
Dinner
Lunch
Pasta
Salad
Mac and cheese
Ribs
Pork
American
Barbecue
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Gift Cards Available
Takeout
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"My mother and I stopped for dinner on our way home from Hope. She enjoyed a half rack of baby back ribs and I the brisket with chicken. Prices were..."
Candie Graham
"Delicious food with a spectacular view! Excellent service! Best crispy ribs..."
Kim Traud
"Holy moly! The atmosphere is great, very chill! The food was great! Hush puppies and fried okra were on point! The ribs were delish and the sauces..."
Nicole Sanderson
"Both locations are Fabulous! Prices are very reasonable & food is Fantastic! I had the Brisket Sandwich ( sliced & chopped), the Cole Slaw & Baked..."
Wendy Barber Rosko
"The brisket sandwich was outstanding. I loved the deep fried pickles..."
Donna Sheffer Schworm
"Went for Mexican Street Food night, but I couldn't veer from the regular menu. Love the pulled pork! Baked beans and potato salad also delish!..."
Kim Pitts
"Great baby back ribs and hush puppies. Loved the smokey flavor, friendly staff and wonderful surrounding. We travel to NC a lot of this was some..."
Arleen Thomas
"Delicious! The staff is friendly and takes great care of customers. The food came out quickly. Highly..."
Laura Kesler Fenoseff
"The best BBQ I've had since I left my hometown in Georgia!!!! We PCS'd here in December (2014), and this was the first real Southern meal I've had..."
Deborah Johnson Holthus
"2nd time eating Turnagain Arm Pit BBQ (1st time was at the Indian location) and both times we had an amazing dining experience! 5 stars on the food..."
Kimi Pullen
"You guys are the closest to southern bbq Im used to from Oklahoma, but in Alaska. Im truly impressed, keep up the southern grub love!..."
Shaena Johnson
"The absolute best BBQ in Anchorage. We tried the beef ribs this evening. Eating them was darned near a religious experience. Great food at a great..."
Barb Piotrowski
"Good old-fashioned southern BBQ and sides! A great find in Anchorage!..."
Earl Owens
"We dropped in here randomly on a Friday afternoon and were warmly greeted, seated and served very quickly. Chili, corn bread, and crispy ribs were..."
Bonnie K
"We ordered the crispy ribs, cup of chili, bore tide sandwich. This was a huge lunch! First the appetizer, the crispy ribs were fried and topped with..."
Allan Pickett
"Who would think that you could find some of the best barbecue in North America in Anchorage (or Indian, Ak) ? But you can. We've sampled barbecue..."
Greg K
"Great fast and friendly service gets the 4 stars. 3 stars for the small portion/price, and dry small ribs. Smokey beans ok but the potato salad was..."
Alexander Herlant
"We had fantastic service from our waitress for an early dinner. The pulled pork was perfectly moist and delicious, and the side dishes appeared to be..."
Bethany Marcum
L&l Hawaiian Barbecue
L&l Hawaiian Barbecue
74/100 (262 ratings)
Restaurants
Barbecue
Barbecue
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
Barbecue
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"I’ve eaten here weekly for the last two months I really like their macaroni salad. And that sounds silly to say because I’m not a big on noodle..."
Naynaylovesmakeup
"My coworker's ordered and when the smell hit me it stopped me in my tracks. And in a very good way! I immediately had to place my own order to be..."
N Sutton
"Pretty good food my loco mo qas hoot temp wise still dirty front lol but all in all good food macaroni spot..."
Mark Rivera
Smokehouse Bbq
Smokehouse Bbq
74/100 (560 ratings)
Restaurants
Barbecue
Barbecue
Dinner
Lunch
Sit down
Barbecue
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Good brisket --. I have been here several times. I have only gotten the brisket all those times. 3 out of 4 times the brisket was great No complaints..."
East Anchoragite
"BEST BBQ we've tried in Alaska!. BBQ chicken and pork are just perfect. Potato salad alone is worth the trip! Our entire family agrees, this is our..."
Justinyoder1985
"I got the pulled pork, it was spot on. Very tender and the sauce was delicious. They could use some work on their sides though, they were not all..."
Elizabeth Klone
"Alaska BBQ. My boyfriend and I have been searching for a BBQ place in Anchorage, and were pretty excited to hear the little Smokehouse shack on East..."
Stacie M
"Good BBQ, not so good sides.... My wife and I were in the mood for BBQ. We decided to try the newly opened Smokehouse BBQ on the corner of Spenard..."
Wade
"Best BBQ in Anchorage. I had given up as far as finding good BBQ in Anchorage....I have had my share of disappointing experiences in town. We drive..."
Valerie H.
"Wow! Great BBQ in Alaska? It's true. Best food I've had in a long time. The brisket was tender and amazing. It's a shame its only a drive..."
Darrel Hamel
"Yum!. The food is delicious! I loved the pulled pork with the sauce on the side so I could add as much or as little as I want. 58.00 got me enough..."
T-Rod
"LOVED IT! It lived up to EVERY bit of hype I heard about it! I picked up one of the "family" meals and it was PLENTY for our family of..."
Eme Ezernack
"Excellent BBQ. Great prices and meals. Best in..."
Chris
"Delicious tastes, the textures need work. I didn't think much of the Smokehouse BBQ, as it's out of a trailer in a gas station parking lot, but after..."
MsAdventure
"Amazing BBQ!!! I tried the brisket and pork so far. Service is fast and portions..."
Brian Cole
"Great BBQ! I've had almost everything off their menu and have yet to be disappointed...highly recommend if in the mood for..."
Ryan Hesseling
"Great BBQ! Pulled pork is very moist & the potato salad I'd my favorite! It's just a drive through in the shell parking lot, but is well worth..."
April D.
"I got the Cowboy Fries with extra sauce. It is expensive but a large serving with great flavor. It's definitely worth it. I also got the pineapple..."
Sean Worrell
"Wish they were open longer! Also wish they had not run out of cornbread so I could try it but I got the cowboy fries and oh my goodness it's so good..."
Rayn Alise
"Tasty BBQ. Reasonable prices for the portion size but still cost $45 for 2 plates. (This is a food hut). Ask for extra sauce. We needed it as our..."
F. Jillian Ridenour
"Pretty bbq overall, we had sauce put on the side so stayed fresher. Chili, brisket were pretty good. Ribs wereba little dry, fries and turkey..."
Antoine Fisher
Ding How Mongolian Bbq
Ding How Mongolian Bbq
70/100 (1701 ratings)
Restaurants
Chinese
Barbecue
Asian
Asian
Barbecue
Chinese
Mongolian
Mongolian
Dinner
Lunch
Buffet Line
Mongolian Barbecue
Hot & Sour Soup
Jumbo Chicken Wings
Egg Rolls and Chicken
Mongolian BBQ Deluxe
Low Mein Noodles
Main Mongolian BBQ Grill Selection and Buffet Options
Three All You Can Eat Plates
Self Serve Ice Cream Half Half
Spicy Egg Drop Soup of the Day
Mongolian beef
Smörgåsbord
Orange chicken
Sit down
Chinese
Asian
Barbecue
Mongolian
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Takeout
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Best Mongolian food in the state, their chef is amazing, they prepared the noodles in front of you with a variety of meats and vegetables and believe..."
Jose Martinez
"Best $16 Mongolian Lunch Buffet I've had in years! Amazing service and everything tasted wonderful from the Mongolian Grill to their vast selection..."
Doug Ward
"This was awesome...all you can eat...and we ate!..after a little lazy bike ride in the morning 🌻🌄... almost feel asleep in the booth. Lol..."
CaTT In Oround (CaTT)
"I moved to the lower 48 five years ago. Since then I have been on a mission to find a good Mongolian barbecue/Chinese buffet. I have come to..."
Ashley Lauer
Pork & Pickle
Pork & Pickle
70/100 (94 ratings)
Restaurants
American
Bar
Pub
Barbecue
Dinner
Lunch
"I had the Pork and Pickle slider. The portions were great for only $14. The pulled pork was great. My waitress was very friendly as..."
Michaela Higgison
"Great service the staff are friendly and know the menu well. I would recommend place if you want..."
Cody Eagle
"Decent burger, delicious tots and accommodating waitstaff. It took a little while for someone to come to our table to get our drink and food order,..."
Claire B
"Went for a drink and some wings. The wings were great - perfectly cooked and the flavor was on point. Wife got a Bloody Mary and said it was the best..."
Bret Bouslaugh