If you’ve been in Kentucky for awhile, by now you know that some of the best food in the state can be found in the most unexpected places. We offer plenty of fancy, beautiful restaurants, but it’s often a hidden gem restaurant in Kentucky that is the center of a small town and community. Not far from Lake Barkley in the town of Fredonia is the unassuming BBQ joint, CopperTop Bar-B-Q. It resembles a charming general store and is a bit out in the middle of nowhere, but you’ll love devouring the smoky BBQ and homemade ice cream at this hidden gem restaurant in Kentucky.

CopperTop Bar-B-Q is about 15 minutes from the northern end of Lake Barkley, making it a great dining option when you're in the area.
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You may think it's a general store of sorts when you drive past, but when you catch a bit of the smoky scent coming from the building, you'll immediately know you've reached a BBQ restaurant. This local gem is a popular place with those who live nearby, but also many Kentuckians who visit this area throughout the year.
As a BBQ restaurant, you'd expect to find incredible sauce, and CopperTop delivers.
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Try some with your meal and then order a bottle (or three) to take home with you. The BBQ sauce, as well as the wing sauce, are both worthy of a visit on their own.
You will not leave hungry from this hidden gem restaurant in Kentucky, as you'll always be served a plate piled with food.
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You can order your barbecue however you like it, as well as a couple of delicious sides. You can also get a combo of two meats or even a family option that will feed your entire party.

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They smoke and serve pulled pork, ribs, brisket, and chicken, which is some of the best you'll try.
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Order a half or a whole bird and be sure to slather on some of that BBQ sauce. Served with a side of potato salad and coleslaw and you have the quintessential BBQ meal.
They also serve their BBQ atop nachos, baked potatoes and inside quesadillas.
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If you aren't in the mood for BBQ, they also offer burgers, salads, and seafood on Fridays. In fact, the fish special on Friday is a must-try.
While many people visit CopperTop for the BBQ, those guests also know to ask for some homemade ice cream for dessert.
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They make a variety of flavors right inside the restaurant and it is hands down some of the best ice cream you'll ever have. Enjoy this after a flavorful meal of BBQ and you'll be anxious to visit again.
CopperTop Bar-B-Q may be unassuming and located in a small town, but this restaurant is big on flavor and charm.
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If you find yourself anywhere near the town of Fredonia, put CopperTop Bar-B-Q on your radar for delicious barbecue, homemade ice cream, and an overall memorable small town meal.

CopperTop Bar-B-Q is a hidden gem restaurant in Kentucky that smokes mouthwatering BBQ, but also don’t leave without trying the homemade ice cream. There’s plenty to enjoy and devour at this small town eatery and keep it in mind the next time you are in the area. Have you chowed down at CopperTop? Where do you go for the best BBQ in Kentucky? We’d love to know about it in the comments!

For more information on CopperTop Bar-B-Q, follow along with them on Facebook here. The restaurant is open Tuesday – Sunday from 10:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. and is closed on Monday.

Address: 112 Cassidy Avenue, Fredonia, KY 42411

And for more of the best small town BBQ restaurants in Kentucky, check out our previous article here.

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