Never judge a book by its cover. Even though our English teachers would have scolded us for using such a worn cliche, it’s a lesson many of us were taught by our parents and others. The following eight best BBQ restaurants in Pittsburgh might not look so fancy on the outside, but each serves authentic, delicious barbecue, proving our parents were right all along.

1. The Dream BBQ – 7600 North Braddock Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15208
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Indulge in a filling meal at Dream BBQ. The hole in the wall restaurant in Pittsburgh boasts a menu with such dishes as ribs, turkey ribs, barbecue chicken, macaroni and cheese, greens, and potato salad. Stop by the Dream BBQ Tuesday through Friday from 12 p.m. to 9 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 1 p.m. to 9 p.m.
2. Wilson’s Bar-B-Que – 700 North Taylor Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15212
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Tantalize your tastebuds as you peruse the menu at Wilson's BBQ, a hidden gem restaurant in Pittsburgh that boasts such dishes as chicken and ribs. Add traditional sides - collard greens, macaroni salad, or coleslaw - for a meal you can eat in or take out. Treat yourself to Wilson's BBQ Tuesday through Saturday from noon to 8 p.m.
3. South Side BBQ Company – 75 S 17th Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15203
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Grab a seat at the South Side BBQ Company, a popular Pittsburgh restaurant that got its start as a food truck. Peruse the menu that stars such entrees as pulled pork, pulled chicken and St. Louis-style ribs and sandwiches, including brisket and pulled pork. South Side BBQ Company welcomes guests Tuesday through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. (You can still find the South Side BBQ food truck around town.)
4. Hog Father’s Old-Fashioned BBQ – 1301 Jefferson Avenue, Washington, PA 15301
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Satisfy your cravings for barbecue at Hog Father's Old-Fashioned BBQ. Peruse the generous menu that features such popular entrees as baby back ribs, St. Louis-style ribs, southern fried chicken, BBQ fish and chips, and bacon wrapped BBQ shrimp. Hog Father's Old-Fashioned BBQ welcomes diners daily from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Take out and catering are available.

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5. Elliott's Back Street BBQ – 306 North Lewis Run Road, Clairton, PA 15025
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Get your BBQ fix at Elliott's Back Street BBQ where you'll have plenty of mouthwatering dishes to choose from, including St. Louis-style pork ribs, beef brisket, and pulled pork. Elliott's Back Back Street Barbecue is open Monday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
6. Selma’s Texas Barbecue – 9155 University Boulevard, Coraopolis, PA 15108
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Experience old-fashioned authentic barbecue at Selma's Texas BBQ, which features specials each day. Monday, for example, is Rib Day while Tuesday is Pulled Pork Wrangler Sandwich Combo Day. Take out and catering are also available. Selma's Texas BBQ is open Monday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 6 p.m.
7. Showcase BBQ – 6800 Frankstown Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15208
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Order online or in person at Showcase BBQ, The quaint BBQ restaurant boasts a variety of dishes, including brisket, pulled pork, chicken wings, chicken and ribs, mac and cheese, potato salad, green beans, and yams. Dine at Showcase BBQ Tuesday through Thursday from 11:30 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m., and Sunday from noon to 7 p.m.
8. Z-Best BBQ – 1315 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
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Tease your taste buds with a meal at Z-Best BBQ. Expect a challenge when deciding what to order from the menu - chicken wings, ribs, fried wing dings, and the pulled pork sandwiches. Available sides include baked beans, sweet potatoes, cornbread, and collard greens. Visit Z-Best BBQ Tuesday through Thursday from noon to 7 p.m., Friday and Saturday from noon to 8 p.m., and Sunday from noon to 5 p.m.

Which of the eight best BBQ restaurants in Pittsburgh is your favorite? Let us know in the comments! Look past the fancy names and flashing signs and you’ll discover a plethora of delicious, unassuming BBQ restaurants in Pittsburgh. If you’re on the hunt for hole in the wall restaurants that serve something other than BBQ, you’re in luck. Click here to read about 10 of the best unassuming eateries in the Burgh.

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Best BBQ Restaurants In Pittsburgh

Beth Price-Williams | September 25, 2019

Is Pittsburgh known for BBQ?

Pittsburgh’s known for a ton of things – from chipped (chopped) ham sandwiches to sandwiches topped with fries (courtesy of its inventor, Primanti Brothers). However, while it’s not really known as a barbeque city, you can certainly find plenty of local restaurants in Pittsburgh that serve delicious barbecue.

If you’re craving Southern-style barbecue, for example, visit Yinzburg BBQ on Baum Boulevard. The unassuming barbecue restaurant serves such delicious dishes as pulled pork, beef brisket, and baby back ribs. For takeout barbecue, head over to Pittsburgh Barbecue Company. The take-out only restaurant features favorites including smoked brisket and pulled pork.

What style of BBQ can be found in Pittsburgh?

You’ll find a little bit of every type of barbecue in Pittsburgh. For southern-style, head to Yinzburg BBQ, as we just mentioned. In the mood for Carolina-style barbecue? Pittsburgh Barbecue Company, which makes some of the best barbecue in Pittsburgh, has got you covered.

If you’ve not yet tried or are craving authentic Korean barbecue, plan a visit to Sushi Kim Restaurant, a hidden gem restaurant in Pittsburgh. The All-You-Can-Eat barbecue buffet is available on Fridays and Saturdays from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.

What are the other best hole in the wall restaurants in Pittsburgh?

We all probably have our own favorite hole in the wall restaurant in Pittsburgh. After all, we have plenty form which to choose. If you like big portions and a friendly atmosphere, you might want to visit Big Jim’s Restaurant, a hole in the wall restaurant in Pittsburgh that serves such downhome favorites as spaghetti and classic burgers.

Nadine’s Bar and Restaurant, a hidden gem restaurant in Pittsburgh, may look unassuming from the exterior. Once you walk through the front door, however, you’re in for a delicious experience. The popular hole in the wall restaurant in the South Side serves such favorites as burgers, fried bologna, and grilled cheese.

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