Must-Visit Mississippi BBQ Restaurants

BBQ Restaurants in Mississippi

If the South is known for one thing, it’s BBQ. From baby back ribs to fall-off-the-bone pork shoulder, we can put just about anything over a pit and gently infuse it with hickory smoke. But like everything in the South, Mississippi BBQ has a history stretching back centuries.

In 1540, when the Chickasaw tribe’s homeland was what we know today as Tupelo, a feast was had in the presence of Hernando de Soto that involved cooking pork over a “barbacoa” (the original barbecue) – and left a lasting impact on the area. Today, Mississippi has produced several world champion BBQ pitmasters, making the Magnolia State a memorable location for those who love authentic BBQ cuisine. What makes Mississippi BBQ so unique? It’s a combination of techniques. Each individual pitmaster pulls from the regions around them, creating distinct flavors as unique as the chefs themselves.

For more information about Mississippi’s food and best BBQ spots, request a tour guide, use our trip planner, check out some of the places to stop, or contact us today to start planning your trip.

Two Brothers Smoked Meats

Starkville FEATURED

Two Brothers Smoked Meats specializes in serving a variety of meats cooked slow over the restaurant’s pecan-fueled outdoor smoker. The restaurant is located in Starkville’s Cotton District. […]

Sacred Ground Barbecue

Jackson FEATURED

Sacred Ground BBQ brings the best of Southern hospitality and expertly smoked flavors to the heart of Pocahontas, Mississippi. Opening in 2024, Sacred Ground reimagines classic BBQ with locally sourced ingredients and inventive twists from Chef Derek Emerson, who brings […]