Best Restaurants for Barbecue

New Orleans is a city full of different cuisines. And, if we do say so ourselves, we’re pretty good at mastering them. With May being National Barbecue Month, we wanted to share a few of our favorite restaurants around New Orleans that are perfect for a little BBQ in the summertime.

Blue Oak BBQ

“Blue Oak rocks. I’m obsessed with their beans and Brussels sprouts.”

-Kim Singletary, Editor Biz New Orleans

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Rich Collins, Editor New Orleans 500

Central City BBQ

“Central BBQ – the combo plate with brisket is my fav.”

-Reine Dugas, Editor Louisiana Life/Acadiana Profile

Cochon Butcher

“Cochon Butcher has a great selection of BBQ meats. As a vegetarian, I stick to the sides (mac and cheese and Brussels sprouts), which are equally awesome.”

-Ashley McLellan, Editor New Orleans Magazine/New Orleans Homes

Devil Moon Barbecue

Frey Smoked Meat Co.

-Kelly Massicot, Digital Editor

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