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Best Barbecue Restaurants in Louisville, Kentucky

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Honouring the top spots in Louisville.

A table worth seeking out. Meet the restaurants leading the current rankings in Louisville, Kentucky, and discover what puts each one at the top.

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80.8
#1

Louisville Kentucky

Porkland BBQ

For a relaxed meal, Porkland BBQ is one table worth exploring.

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77.7
#2

Louisville Kentucky

FABD Smokehouse

For your next night out, FABD Smokehouse is a local option.

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77.4
#3

Louisville Kentucky

Doc Crow's Southern Smokehouse and Raw Bar

For dinner with friends, Doc Crow's Southern Smokehouse and Raw Bar is a local option.

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Top Places in Louisville

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#1

Porkland BBQ

Louisville, Kentucky

1
80.8
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#2

FABD Smokehouse

Louisville, Kentucky

1
77.7
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Illustrative image: Atmospheric courtyard restaurant in warm evening light
#3

Doc Crow's Southern Smokehouse and Raw Bar

Louisville, Kentucky

3
77.4
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#4

Feast BBQ

Louisville, Kentucky

1
77.0
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#1

Porkland BBQ

Louisville, Kentucky

80.8
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#2

Doc Crow's Southern Smokehouse and Raw Bar

Louisville, Kentucky

77.4
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#3

FABD Smokehouse

Louisville, Kentucky

77.7
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