When you have an itch for some mouthwatering BBQ there’s one place you can always count on for chowing down on some of the best in the state. Folks will drive from all over to get at the legendary BBQ in North Carolina that’s found at a little roadside stop in Dudley, a mere dot on the map and located 65 miles southeast of Raleigh and 55 miles northeast of Fayetteville.

Welcome to Grady's BBQ, where your first impression will be a good one: a massive amount of wood piled right outside the smokehouse where all the BBQ magic happens.
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Grady's opened in 1986 in this not-so-tiny community of just under 1,000 residents.
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The secret to Grady's success lies in their whole-hog pit style and their time-honored unwritten recipes.
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The casual and friendly eatery doesn't know a stranger either. Once you step inside you'll be treated just like family.
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The menu features a variety of ways to enjoy the food: combos, plates, dinners, by-the-pound, and trays.
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Choices include BBQ chicken and pork, burgers, wings, hot dogs and a number of tasty sides to pair with your entree(s).
Grady's might not be huge but the space is welcoming and bright and is the perfect spot to settle in for some of the most legendary BBQ in North Carolina.
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Typically, Grady's is open Wednesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. although you may want to call ahead if you're traveling a long distance (919-735-7243).
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Legendary BBQ in North Carolina isn’t hard to come by because there are so many must-try BBQ restaurants in the Tar Heel State. Brady’s BBQ is definitely one of them! How long can you hold out without making a trip over to Dudley to check it out?

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Grady's Barbecue, 3096 Arrington Bridge Rd, Dudley, NC 28333, USA