The Most Delicious Georgia Road Trip Takes You To 6 Hole-In-The-Wall BBQ Restaurants

Barbecue is quite the big debate among states in the U.S., each claiming to offer the best of the best. But for Georgians, it’s hard to debate anywhere else having barbecue as good as ours. If you want to really try a taste of the state from some down-home, hole-in-the-wall barbecue spots, then this Georgia road trip is for you. While it might look like it stretches across the entirety of the state from south to north, the whole trip to the best BBQ restaurants in Georgia only takes under four hours to complete, plus added stoppage time. Follow along on the interactive map of the best road trip in Georgia for hole-in-the-wall BBQ restaurants.

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1112 W 8th St, Tifton, GA 31793, USA

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Pit Stop Bar-B-Q in Tifton is a delightful roadside stop for anyone looking for a taste of Georgia. With a delicious Brunswick Stew option, plus tons of chopped pork, tender ribs, and prime-cut steak, this is one spot you do not want to overlook.

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602 S Greer St, Cordele, GA 31015, USA

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Smoakies Bar-B-Que in Cordell certainly is a diamond in the rough. This roadside hideaway might be easy to drive by if you’re not looking, but we guarantee it’s worth the stop. Plus, if you happen to be running short on time, they even offer drive-thru barbecue service!

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5627 Houston Rd, Macon, GA 31216, USA

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Despite the fact that Fincher’s Barbecue has been a longstanding restaurant in the state, it still remains unassuming and impossibly delicious. With a handful of locations throughout the state, we guarantee this is going to be a meal you won’t forget.

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3076 Riverside Dr, Macon, GA 31210, USA

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It’s tough to have a list of BBQ spots in Georgia and not include a place like Fresh Air Bar-B-Cue. This old-fashioned spot serves up some of the most coveted Southern staples, from slow-cooked pork to BBQ meats and some of the best Brunswick Stew in town. While many people visit the original location, this hole-in-the-wall hideaway is just as delicious.

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25 Powder Springs St, Marietta, GA 30064, USA

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While Marietta, Georgia may have a plethora of barbecue spots worth raving about, this one was oh-so-tasty and slightly under the radar. Hawg and Ale Smokehouse served up some of the best brisket, barbecue, and pulled pork in the southeast. This more modern barbecue spot had some pretty incredible draft beer options, too. (Editor's Note: Unfortunately, Hawg and Ale Smokehouse has closed its doors for good.)

3393 Cherokee St NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144, USA

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3393 Cherokee St NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144, USA

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Big Shanty Smokehouse is a family-owned barbecue spot that Kennesaw locals rave about. Anyone looking for some quality Southern-style barbecue will find it here, from the pulled pork platters to the combo with ribs and chicken. Sit outside on the air-conditioned porch and enjoy some top-notch meat.

So, what do you think about this Georgia road trip? Have you been to any of these places on the list? Share with us your experiences in the comments section! Or if you have more hole-in-the-wall spots you think we should know about, make sure to shout them out, too! If you can’t get enough barbecue, then check out several more of the best BBQ joints in Georgia.

Feeling inspired? Check out this book outlining some delicious barbecue dishes: BBQ Recipes: Barbecue Cookbook For Delicious And Flavorful Barbeque.