Most of us enjoy being nice and cozy up here in the Northeast, but there’s plenty to envy about our friends and family who live below the Mason Dixon line. But alas, after years of envy, the South’s delicious BBQ is no longer something we have to long for. Bringing a piece of the Old South to the upper right-hand corner of America, find out why this small town smokehouse is out of this world tasty.

Right in the heart of Batavia in Genesee County, welcome to the epic Center Street Smokehouse.
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Once you step through the doors you'll do a double take, due to the fact that you'll feel like you've entered a charming time capsule.
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All the unique details of Center Street Smokehouse are hard to go unnoticed, with classic touches like old phone booths right across from the main dining area downstairs and vintage signs.
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Creating its own little indoor BBQ town, you'll feel right at home while you're feasting here.
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Open since 2001, you'll find seating both upstairs and downstairs in this smokehouse - all near the amazing aroma that comes pouring out of their kitchen.
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And of course, there's a bar here to hang out at when you're done licking your fingers of juicy goodness.
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Speaking of the reason why you'll be licking your fingers! Low and behold, the slow-cooked greatness that is Center Street's BBQ.
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Look on the menu and you'll find everything from North Carolina Pulled Pork and St. Louis Cut Dry Rubbed Ribs to Texas Beef Brisket - talk about mouthwatering!
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Slow-cooked over Oak and Hickory wood, the smokehouse pumps out over 30 tons of BBQ each year for our hungry residents.
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So instead of traveling to the South for some unforgettable BBQ, simply head on over to the western region of our state to give your taste buds a treat they'll never forget!
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To find out more about Center Street Smokehouse in Batavia and to see their fantastic menu, click here.

How to get here:
20 Center Street,
Batavia, NY 14020


Have you ever dined at Center Street Smokehouse? For more mouthwatering eateries around the state, read about This Remote Cabin Restaurant In New York Serves Up The Most Delicious Food!

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