Barbecue cuisine: the best places to taste it in Henderson

23 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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Hometown Roots
Hometown Roots
95/100 (748 ratings)
Restaurants
American
American
Barbecue
Dinner
Lunch
Pork
Shrimp
Meatloaf
Crawfish
Catfish
American
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Highchairs Available
Takeout
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Great food and atmosphere - this will be the busiest corner in Hendo for years to come. 70 bourbons, lots of craft beer on tap at the bar...."
Curt Hamilton
"Totally amazing from the minute you walk in the door! Service was great and the food is off the hook!! Casey and his crew have created a sauce that I..."
Emma Burton Todd
"Henderson is lucky to have Casey Todd back! Hometown Roots is busy, busy, busy! The group I was with had a good time sharing appetizers and meals...."
Angela Martin Paulin
"Just went to the soft opening, this place is awesome! Food, service, atmosphere. Top quality. Loved the pimiento cheese balls. My..."
Penny Royster
"Service was excellent. I loved the shrimp & grits. The pimento cheese fritters were great too. Way to go Casey and his staff..."
Vera Beth Cornbleet
"Everything we had was sooo good! We were lucky enough to attend a soft opening and it was great!! Staff, service, atmosphere, food- everything was..."
Courtney Owen
"This is exactly what Henderson needs. We had an amazing time at the soft opening. Not only is the atmosphere warm and inviting, so is the staff...."
Sarah Crick Vowels
"I can and probably will eat my weight in Shrimp and Grits! Great beers, great food. Love seeing our downtown..."
Christy Osborn
"Buffalo cheese Mac was delicious! Friendly servers and hostesses too. So happy to have this place in..."
Betsy Kloke
"Flawless dinner. The food, the service, the atmosphere, absolutely every single detail of our dining experience was incredible. This will definitely..."
Amy Gatlin
"The second you walk in the door you are greeted with a smile. The food was amazing! The place looks so nice. Want a home cooked meal without cooking?..."
Sarah Duncan
"Great atmosphere, down-home menu and a fine bourbon selection. Owner Casey Todd is terrific and Aaron, the bar manager, is a pro. Love the jalapeño..."
Chuck Stinnett
"The food, service, and drink selection were all top notch!! It’s so amazing to see a restaurant like this in..."
Katie McBride
"This is my second time this week at Hometown Roots. Great service! The music is fun. The food is flavorful and fresh. My salad had nice dark..."
Susan Cenkus
"Fun menu and inventive cocktail list. The line out the door on a Saturday night let me know that it was a solid choice. If Rebecca and Rex are at..."
Nichole Gantshar
"The food was surprisingly quick made and completely fresh, looked beautiful and tasted amazing! They serve a large meal that's beautifully garnished..."
Peter Keeler
"The atmosphere was fabulous and the food was worth the price. The smoked meatloaf was great. Have to recommend the pimento cheese fritters. The..."
James Slaton
"I can't believe 1 of the best restaurants I've ever eaten at is here in Henderson Kentucky! All around GREAT!!! Food , prices , service , is some..."
Bob Camp
"My pork chop wasn't cooked all the way through, they threw it back on the grill and still wasn't all the way done. But I will be honest the flavor of..."
Niterider Allen
"First time to eat here. Was in the area and asked Google what was close. We were not disappointed. Great food, great service. Tried the deviled egg..."
Dennis Harpe
"Very good place to go and eat the food was very well done the service was really great it is high in price but well worth..."
Chyane Tidd
Bob's Bar-b-que
Bob's Bar-b-que
92/100 (387 ratings)
Restaurants
American
Barbecue
American
Barbecue
Dinner
Lunch
Beef
Ribs
American
Barbecue
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Takeout
Lunch
Dinner
Mid-range
"Great staff. Great food. Always get the double hot link sandwich when I'm passing thru town. The spicy smoked Boudin is also work the stop. Always..."
Richard Higgins
"Hands down the best I’ve ever had. Drove 5 hours for one last visit. The food and atmosphere are amazing and..."
Zac Victory
"The best hot links in the world and I have tried a lot of them until I ate one of bobs and yep it stole my heart love love love..."
Rebecca Wilson
"By far the best BBQ in town and such sweet..."
Wendi Granato
"I've known Bob Allen for more years than either of us want to admit. I knew his parents and brother. His dad would raise hogs and slaughter and..."
John Garnett
"Yummy! And what a lovely group of sweet people!� Will be making this a regular..."
Leslie Cooper
"The best smoked Turkey Leg around! Extremely nice folks. Can't wait to go..."
Jeran D. Frazier
"Best BBQ in Henderson. And I didn't have to cook it..."
Susie Burrows
"We ordered about half the menu. From the sausage to the sweet tea, everything is delicious. They have the best sweet tea and baked beans!! My..."
Wendi Martsolf
"What a gem. We got the 3 meat plate plus a hot link. Ribs, chicken & brisket. Beans and potato salad. Everything was delicious. Ribs was our..."
Wendy Pounds
"Very nice place, nice folks. This was really good, well be back We highly..."
Christine Kramer
"For a hole in the wall BBQ this place is extremely clean, this is a family run business and when you're in here you're treated like family. Now onto..."
Matthew Green
"I love this place it reminds me of my home town rib place called Hilary's in Waukegan IL. The only thing I find lacking it the portion for the price...."
Larry T.Lover
"Excellent food. Extremely clean place. And some of the nicest people you’ll ever..."
Aric Brocker
"Real good people with real good bbq! Been comin here for..."
Janis Brown
Big B's Texas Bbq
Big B's Texas Bbq
92/100 (2122 ratings)
Quick Bites
American
Southwestern
Southwestern
Barbecue
American
Barbecue
Dinner
Lunch
Ribs
French Fries
Pulled Pork Sandwich
Baby Back Ribs
Pork
Sandwiches
Beef
Pasta
Salad
Mac and cheese
Sit down
American
Barbecue
Southwestern
Parking Available
Free off-street parking
Highchairs Available
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Delivery
Takeout
Television
Accepts Mastercard
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Accepts Visa
Accepts American Express
Accepts Discover
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
Sin City Smokers
Sin City Smokers
91/100 (741 ratings)
Restaurants
American
Barbecue
Dinner
Lunch
Drinks
Ribs
Boss's Slow Smoked Bbq
Boss's Slow Smoked Bbq
90/100 (917 ratings)
Restaurants
Barbecue
British
British
Barbecue
Dinner
Lunch
Ribs
Barbecue
British
Lunch
Dinner
Cheap Eats
Tom's Market
Tom's Market
90/100 (3 ratings)
Restaurants
American
Barbecue
American
Deli
Deli
Barbecue
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
Café
American
Barbecue
Deli
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
Lucille's Smokehouse Bbq
Lucille's Smokehouse Bbq
90/100 (1908 ratings)
Restaurants
American
Gluten Free Options
Barbecue
Bar
Barbecue
American
Bar
Gluten Free Options
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Catfish
Shrimp
Fish
Beef
Pork
Pasta
Salad
Mac and cheese
Salmon
Ribs
Jambalaya
Sandwiches
Fried pickles
Burger
Pulled Pork Sandwich
Baby Back Ribs
Crawfish
Sit down
Bar
American
Barbecue
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Reservations
Takeout
Television
Seating
Private Dining
Table Service
Live Music
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Mid-range
"Hands down some of the best barbecue this world has to offer trust me you will not leave Lucille's BBQ hungry the brisket is to die for pulled pork..."
Mike Zahn
"First off Rachael was amazing at the bar, and the food was outstanding. I am born and raised in Oklahoma and I have always thought that you didn't..."
Jeff Mayhall
"We always have a terrific meal and the staff is always wonderful here! We went last night with a party of 14 because we have family in town and it..."
Sandy Mucci Archibald
"On a packed Thanksgiving Day, Austin our server was the best. Handled 13 of us and didn’t mess up once. It was our second time there. I’d..."
Jake Warner
"Lucillie's is amazing. Best BBQ anywhere. And the front of house staff work as a team. I've had 8 years in the food service business. Wonderful..."
Tim Coda
"Austin our waiter was on point thank you my daughters bday dinner was a..."
Nena Gamboa
Smokehouse Restaurant
Smokehouse Restaurant
89/100 (215 ratings)
Restaurants
Barbecue
American
Southwestern
Barbecue
Dinner
Lunch
American
Barbecue
Southwestern
Takeout
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Dinner
Lunch
"I really enjoyed the home-cooked food choices. It's like a small buffet. Their chicken fried steak and white gravy are delicious. And best but not..."
Belinda Roberts
"Just like going to mom's house to eat. Their chicken and dressing is fantastic. No mushy stuff. Candied yams are to die for. And they make REAL..."
Cathy Staerkel
"STOP YOUR 📜 SCROLL! And go eat here!!!! The hot water cornbread is the best in East Texas. The service is next to none. The food was soooooooo..."
Rhoda Steber
"As always food was fantastic. Got the chicken fried steak, mashed potatoes, and black eyed peas along with the hot water..."
James Hudman
"Always good food, nice folks and if you leave hungry..."
Jimmy Wallace
"It was our 44th anniversary and we love to try little out of the way, no frills/good food places. This place is just that! The ladies there that..."
Deb Sproul
Bill's Barbecue
Bill's Barbecue
88/100 (59 ratings)
Restaurants
Barbecue
"Better be hungry if you go to Bill's. Food, service, and price are all good. You get a lot for the money. There's not a huge drink selection, but..."
Darren Bowers
"Great food. David makes a sandwich that will last u the rest of day. Great service and friendly people. Great BBQ and Chicken. Slaw is the best..."
Kevin Carnett
"Spectacular! To put it simply. It's some of the best barbecue I've ever had. The prices are great as well. Around $7 for a larger amount of barbecue,..."
Jay Roberts
"I always say TN has the best bbq but when I come home to visit, I always stop by bills. I love this place. Excellent customer service. I brag about..."
Nisha T
"Best bbq ever. Better ribs than memphis. Quality people always giving you a smile. I won't eat bbq anywhere..."
Doug Kline
"I love the BBQ here!! It's %100 the best!! If you have not ate there go eat there now! I promise you will not regret it!!..."
Kaitlynn reimer
"Half chicken was great! Best coleslaw I've ever had. Fast and friendly service. Thank..."
Becca Hill
"Friendly, hospitable, GENEROUS portion of BBQ. Homestyle setting. Not fancy, but who cares when EVERYTHING is so..."
Mark Campbell
Thomason's Barbecue
Thomason's Barbecue
87/100 (582 ratings)
Restaurants
Barbecue
American
Barbecue
Dinner
Lunch
Ribs
Pork
Sit down
American
Barbecue
Seating
Table Service
Gift Cards Available
Parking Available
Takeout
Lunch
Dinner
Mid-range
"Im from Owensboro where Old Hickory is rhe best BBQ but Thomason's is right up there with them if not better. And the pies...well amazing. Their..."
Tammy Yewell Barrett
"Love this place, has been a part of my life since childhood. the sauce is great. love the potato salad & baked..."
Joshua Hicks
"Best ham sandwich, slaw and baked beans!! We drive from Illinois to get..."
Jane Passwater Laster
"All their meats are cooked to perfection with great sides including some of the best barbecue beans that you will ever..."
Paul J Douglas
"The best BBQ and baked beans I've eaten in years. Worth the drive any..."
Lisa Current
"I've been coming here for about 50 years. To get the best out of your eating experience, I would suggest that you ask for your BBQ "chipped." To..."
Louis Hatchett
"I would give this place a second chance if I would be around Henderson and wanting some BBQ. The sauce is very runny however and I enjoy much thicker..."
Logan Boyd
"They have the best beans you can get, the bbq is good but if you never had their beans you really..."
Carmen Scott
"We love the mutton and pork. But bar none they have the best baked..."
B&D TV
Skipper Forsyth's Bar-b-q
Skipper Forsyth's Bar-b-q
86/100 (851 ratings)
Restaurants
American
Barbecue
American
Barbecue
Dinner
Lunch
Ribs
Pork
Sit down
American
Barbecue
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Takeout
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"The Skipper will keep you on an even keel when you're hungry. For travellers you get a tasty spot frequented by local's, serving good food at great..."
Scott
"Stopped at Skippers in Henderson on the way to Raleigh. I'd read the positive reviews and waited to check it out. First, the food : Although the..."
Betsy Babcock
"First time trying real hush puppies and WOW they are sooo delicious here! Fried catfish and okra was..."
Mimi Healy
"Had the bbq plate. Delicious. Had friend with us. He said it was great. Great server. Will..."
steve starling
"Good food ! Stop in every time I pass by on the road (trucker from..."
Mike m
"Great BBQ place. Great BBQ plates with amazing sides. I absolutely love their corn..."
Doug N
Bell's Bbq
Bell's Bbq
85/100 (1083 ratings)
Restaurants
Barbecue
American
Barbecue
American
Dinner
Lunch
Mac and cheese
Ribs
Toasts
Baby Back Ribs
Red Beans and Rice
Pork
Shrimp
Beef
Pasta
Salad
Sit down
American
Barbecue
Digital Payments
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Takeout
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Accepts American Express
Accepts Discover
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Best BBQ hands down! I ordered the brisket with a side of fried okra and mashed yams. All great. Cost was $14.95 and my plate was generously..."
Jennifer Slater
"Amazing food and amazing staff! Variety of sauces are all good and the portion size is huge, I would recommend Bell's to all my family and friends...."
Cory Vollmer
"The BEST BBQ place I've been to in town. Beef ribs and crispy brussel sprouts are to die for. Fast, friendly and decently priced, especially..."
Cat Alsaid
"Decent prices, good food. Tried the 1/2 BBQ chicken and hot links with mac and cheese and corn � mac n cheese was delicious. And the chicken was..."
Dahsia Dominguez
"One of the best meals I’ve ever had! I was so full after leaving, and so satisfied! I can’t wait to go back! I recommend the mac and cheese and..."
Alexis Marie Northrop
"Always delicious we have been enjoying Bells BBQ for some time now, they really seem to be hitting their stride the 1st visit or 2 there were minor..."
Robin Gerlach
"This is our new go-to place for BBQ! Everything was delicious from the ribs to the brisket to the sides like Mac n Cheese & Brussel Sprouts. Wish we..."
Marlo Hiaring
"Fantastic. I am a BBQ snob and this place does not disappoint. The food is outstanding. They have a cool twist on classic dishes. Stop..."
Muad'dib Nomis
"OMG makes my mouth water just thinking about it ! If you like BBQ you will Love this place worth the trip..."
Susan Dimino
"Some of the best brisket my daughter and I have ever had. The fried green tomato's and fried okra fries were..."
Bobby Wayne Spangler
"Excellent selection of food and fantastic service! Shrimp po boy was fantastic. Homemade pickles were outstanding! I wasn't a fan of the fried green..."
Holly Marx Addleman
"It was excellent BBQ definitely will go back. Had the brisket and shredded chicken sooo..."
Raymond Crockett
J & B Barbecue & Catering
J & B Barbecue & Catering
85/100 (362 ratings)
Restaurants
American
Barbecue
American
Barbecue
Dinner
Lunch
Salad
Ribs
Pork
Sit down
American
Barbecue
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Takeout
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Very good BBQ!- try the sampler plate. The potato salad is the best I have ever..."
Vino Brewski
"I've eaten barbecue all over the United States and nothing else comes close to..."
Kevin M
"Good Food. Good food for the money. Pork chops and chicken is above average. Sides are exceptional. Would highly..."
Tim Shelley
"A very good local place. We stopped for lunch on a Tuesday and got the last open table at 11:30. The sampler is a great deal for $8 with a lot of..."
Steve
"The best barbeque EVER!. Went to Moonlight in Owensboro last week and it doesn't even hold a candle to J & B! Loved their ribs, potato salad and..."
Shannon Cooper
"Terrific neighborhood spot. The "John" of J&B is a former competitive barbecuer; the "B" is the son of the man who oversaw the cooking for dozens of..."
Hendo_Diner
"J & B' barbeque chicken is.... J & B's barbequed chicken is the best barbequed chicken available in Western Kentucky. You can get barbeque sauce with..."
T. Salmon
Mister Kim's Korean Bbq
85/100 (729 ratings)
Restaurants
Asian
Korean
Asian
Barbecue
Korean
Barbecue
Asian
Barbecue
Korean
Tucky's Bbq
Tucky's Bbq
83/100 (2241 ratings)
Quick Bites
Barbecue
American
American
Barbecue
Dinner
Lunch
Ribs
Sit down
American
Barbecue
Accepts American Express
Street Parking
Seating
Accepts Discover
Wheelchair Accessible
Parking Available
Free off-street parking
Highchairs Available
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Takeout
Television
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Reservations
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
Bodacious Bar-b-q
Bodacious Bar-b-q
83/100 (798 ratings)
Restaurants
American
Barbecue
American
Barbecue
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
Combo Plate
Pulled Pork
Wings
Mac & cheese
BBQ Plates
Small BBQ Plate Brisket
Sloppy Jo
BBQ Sandwich Plate Sliced Beef
Beefchop
Beef
Ribs
Loaded Baked Potato
Sit down
American
Barbecue
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Gift Cards Available
Takeout
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
Biscuits And Bourbon
Biscuits And Bourbon
82/100 (1236 ratings)
Restaurants
American
Barbecue
Barbecue
American
American
Barbecue
Smithfield's Chicken 'n Bar-b-q
Smithfield's Chicken 'n Bar-b-q
82/100 (1583 ratings)
Quick Bites
Barbecue
American
American
Barbecue
Fast food
Dinner
Lunch
Salad
Pork
American
Barbecue
Fast food
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Gift Cards Available
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Accepts Credit Cards
Non-smoking restaurants
Delivery
Takeout
Drive Thru
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
Gen Korean Bbq
Gen Korean Bbq
81/100 (478 ratings)
Restaurants
Barbecue
Barbecue
Korean
Asian
Korean
Asian
Gluten Free Options
Gluten Free Options
Dinner
Lunch
Pork
Shrimp
Beef
Salad
Korean
Asian
Barbecue
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
L & L Hawaiian Barbeque
L & L Hawaiian Barbeque
80/100 (1852 ratings)
Quick Bites
Barbecue
Hawaiian
Barbecue
Hawaiian
Dinner
Lunch
Kalua Pork&Lau Lau Combo
Hawaiian BBQ Short Ribs Regular
Chicken Katsu Regular
Spam Plate
Hawaiian BBQ Mixed Plate
Protein Platter
Healthier Grilled Fish with Garlic
Garlic Shrimp
Salad
Spam Musubi
Seafood Combo
Lumpia
BBQ Mix Plate
Hawaiian Sun Juice
Kaiua and Lau Lau Combo
Sit down
Barbecue
Hawaiian
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Takeout
Lunch
Dinner
Mid-range
Famous Dave's Bar-b-que
Famous Dave's Bar-b-que
73/100 (1324 ratings)
Restaurants
Barbecue
Barbecue
American
American
Dinner
Lunch
Ribs
Two Meat Lunch Special Pulled Pork and St Lewis Ribs
Pork
Gallon of Iced Tea Sweet Tea or Lemonade
Brisket & Texas Toast
BBQ Nachos Appetizer Platter
Ice Cream Sundae
BBQ Nachos with Pork
Chicken Wings
Brisket Plate
Burnt Ends Platter
Side Garden Salad
Burnt Ends Sandwich
Corn Bread Muffins
Pasta
All-American BBQ Feast
Salad
Dave's Award-Winning Bread Pudding
Wings
Southside Rib Tips
Mac and cheese
Kids' Macaroni & Cheese
Sit down
Barbecue
American
Takeout
Television
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Wow! Very Southern!. Loved the food--it was delicious, fresh, and hot! The service was great too. To top everything off--they have SWEET TEA! Don't..."
Cassandra The Mad Critic
"Really good..."
Zachary Pettis
Chick N Coop
Chick N Coop
70/100 (92 ratings)
Restaurants
American
Barbecue
Dinner
Lunch