When we say people taxi in to the Pik N Pig BBQ restaurant in Carthage, North Carolina, we don’t mean they arrive in the back seat of one of those fancy Ubers. Although, if you wanted to take an Uber, you probably could, or you can even drive yourself here in your own vehicle. But the real entertainment of this remote BBQ joint lies in the small private airport found just outside of the eatery.

It's a small airfield that sees a surprising number of people who fly in just to have a taste of the flavorful selections found at the Pik N Pig.
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What can be better when you're craving mouthwatering BBQ than firing up the small engine plane in your barn and hopping over to the Pik N Pig?
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Well, watching those planes land is at least a cool second!
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Pik N Pig has been tempting taste buds for three generations in the small town of Carthage (population: about 2,500).
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The slow-cooked BBQ sensations are cooked overnight over a wood-fired pit resulting in a long list of crave-worthy selections found on the extensive menu.
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From tangy pulled pork to ribs, smoked chicken, turkey, and more, if it's BBQ you're in search of, then you'll find some of the best flavors in the state right here at Pik N Pig!
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Dine in, carry out, or sit out back in the shade for unobstructed views of the other hungry folks arriving — and the full and satisfied visitors leaving — by small plane.
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You may be surprised by just how much built-in entertainment there is at this air-strip BBQ joint!
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It's a meal and entertainment, all rolled into one spot.
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When you can’t resist the urge any longer and find your taste buds won’t wait for you to go check it out, Pik N Pig is conveniently located to Charlotte (91 miles), Fayetteville (43 miles), Raleigh (61 miles), and Greensboro (67 miles), to name a few nearby cities. It’s open six days a week: Tuesday-Saturday from 11 a.m.-8 p.m., and Sunday from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Learn more from the official website – and if you’re flying in, the website has all the coordinates and airport info you’ll need at this link. Already a Pik N Pig fan? Follow ’em here on Facebook!

For another one-of-a-kind dining experience in North Carolina, head to the Outer Banks to chow down at this pirate-themed restaurant!

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