We, Missourians, love our barbecue – and it’s no wonder why. We’ve got some of the best barbeque restaurants in the entire country. So it’s only natural that we hit the highway on a road trip to sample some of the best Missouri has to offer. This one-of-a-kind road trip will take you to all corners of the state and to seven of the best hole-in-the-wall BBQ restaurants in Missouri.
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- Big Woody’s BBQ – St. Charles
Facebook/Big Woody’s BBQ Big Woody’s BBQ, 1821 Zumbehl Rd, St Charles, MO 63303, USA
Facebook/Big Woody’s BBQ Let’s start our BBQ road trip at Big Woody’s BBQ in St. Charles. The unassuming eatery boasts a generous selection of barbecue favorites – from pulled pork to beef brisket. Opt for either or pulled chicken on a sandwich or as part of a platter. Pair your main dish with such scrumptious sides as potato salad, deep fried corn on the cob, and deep fried pickles. Head over to the official website of Big Woody’s BBQ for days, hours, and a menu.
- Big Muddy BBQ – Hannibal
Facebook/Big Muddy BBQ Big Muddy BBQ, 302 S Hwy 61, Hannibal, MO 63401, USA
Google/Jeffrey John Thomas Dig into a scrumptious meal from Big Muddy BBQ, an adorable corner shop in Hannibal. The eatery offers carryout, curbside pickup, and dine-in, and you have quite a few scrumptious choices. From rib dinners to pulled pork, the menu offers something for everyone. Check out the sides, too, that include such classics as candied yams, baked beans, and sweet potato. Find days, hours, and more information on the official website of Big Muddy BBQ.
- JQ’s on High – Jefferson City
Google Maps JQ’s On High, 911 E High St, Jefferson City, MO 65101, USA
Facebook/JQ’s on High Our next stop takes us to the tiny but mighty JQ’s on High in Jefferson City. Bring a mighty appetite, because you’ll want to savor every bite of your street corn pork nachos, shrimp po’boy, or the pulled pork BLT. JQ’s boasts a generous selection of entrees and sides, including fries, cucumber salad, and pork rinds. Stop by the official website of JQ’s on High for days, hours, and a menu.
- A Little BBQ Joint – Independence
Facebook/A Little BBQ Joint A Little BBQ Joint, 1101 W US Hwy 24, Independence, MO 64050, USA
Facebook/A Little BBQ Joint A family-owned eatery, A Little BBQ Joint features daily specials and a menu of barbecue classics. From ribs to brisket chili, the menu promises something for every BBQ fan. Order online on the official website of A Little BBQ Joint.
- Pappy’s Place – Springfield
Pappy’s Place Pappy’s Place, 943 N Main Ave, Springfield, MO 65802, USA
Facebook/Pappy’s Place BBQ A neighborhood staple since 1971, Pappy’s Place is perhaps best known for its famous chili. Get it in a bowl, in a cup, on top of fries, or on a hot dog. The rest of the menu features such favorites as sandwiches, spare ribs, and BBQ pork. Check out days, hours, and a menu on the official website of Pappy’s Place BBQ.
- BB’s Lawnside Blues & BBQ – Kansas City
Facebook/BB’s Lawnside Blues & BBQ B.B.’s Lawnside BBQ, 1205 E 85th St, Kansas City, MO 64131, USA
Facebook/BB’s Lawnside Blues & BBQ Our next stop takes us to BB’S Lawnside Blues & BBQ, which offers both specials and a regular menu. Indulge in such favorites at burnt ends, BBQ meatloaf, and chicken dinners. Don’t forget to check out the ribs, gumbo, and jambalaya. Stop by the official website of BB’s Lawnside Blues & BBQ.
- Bogart’s Smokehouse – St. Louis
Google Maps Bogart’s Smokehouse, 1627 S 9th St, St. Louis, MO 63104, USA
Facebook/Bogart’s Smokehouse Our final stop takes us back to the St. Louis area to Bogart’s Smokehouse. Order online or in person from a generous selection of sandwiches and platters – pulled pork, beef brisket, and burnt ends, for example. Don’t forget to add a scrumptious side or two. Bogart’s Smokehouse dishes up applesauce and deviled egg potato salad for sides. Learn more on the official website of Bogart’s Smokehouse.
Are you ready for the most delicious road trip of your life? Then hit the highway to seven of the best hole-in-the-wall BBQ restaurants in Missouri. Which are your favorite? Let us know in the comments! Still hungry? Here are 12 bucket list-worthy restaurants in Missouri – one for each month of the year.
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Big Woody’s BBQ, 1821 Zumbehl Rd, St Charles, MO 63303, USA
Let’s start our BBQ road trip at Big Woody’s BBQ in St. Charles. The unassuming eatery boasts a generous selection of barbecue favorites – from pulled pork to beef brisket. Opt for either or pulled chicken on a sandwich or as part of a platter. Pair your main dish with such scrumptious sides as potato salad, deep fried corn on the cob, and deep fried pickles. Head over to the official website of Big Woody’s BBQ for days, hours, and a menu.
Facebook/Big Muddy BBQ
Big Muddy BBQ, 302 S Hwy 61, Hannibal, MO 63401, USA
Google/Jeffrey John Thomas
Dig into a scrumptious meal from Big Muddy BBQ, an adorable corner shop in Hannibal. The eatery offers carryout, curbside pickup, and dine-in, and you have quite a few scrumptious choices. From rib dinners to pulled pork, the menu offers something for everyone. Check out the sides, too, that include such classics as candied yams, baked beans, and sweet potato. Find days, hours, and more information on the official website of Big Muddy BBQ.
JQ’s On High, 911 E High St, Jefferson City, MO 65101, USA
Facebook/JQ’s on High
Our next stop takes us to the tiny but mighty JQ’s on High in Jefferson City. Bring a mighty appetite, because you’ll want to savor every bite of your street corn pork nachos, shrimp po’boy, or the pulled pork BLT. JQ’s boasts a generous selection of entrees and sides, including fries, cucumber salad, and pork rinds. Stop by the official website of JQ’s on High for days, hours, and a menu.
Facebook/A Little BBQ Joint
A Little BBQ Joint, 1101 W US Hwy 24, Independence, MO 64050, USA
A family-owned eatery, A Little BBQ Joint features daily specials and a menu of barbecue classics. From ribs to brisket chili, the menu promises something for every BBQ fan. Order online on the official website of A Little BBQ Joint.
Pappy’s Place
Pappy’s Place, 943 N Main Ave, Springfield, MO 65802, USA
Facebook/Pappy’s Place BBQ
A neighborhood staple since 1971, Pappy’s Place is perhaps best known for its famous chili. Get it in a bowl, in a cup, on top of fries, or on a hot dog. The rest of the menu features such favorites as sandwiches, spare ribs, and BBQ pork. Check out days, hours, and a menu on the official website of Pappy’s Place BBQ.
Facebook/BB’s Lawnside Blues & BBQ
B.B.’s Lawnside BBQ, 1205 E 85th St, Kansas City, MO 64131, USA
Our next stop takes us to BB’S Lawnside Blues & BBQ, which offers both specials and a regular menu. Indulge in such favorites at burnt ends, BBQ meatloaf, and chicken dinners. Don’t forget to check out the ribs, gumbo, and jambalaya. Stop by the official website of BB’s Lawnside Blues & BBQ.
Bogart’s Smokehouse, 1627 S 9th St, St. Louis, MO 63104, USA
Facebook/Bogart’s Smokehouse
Our final stop takes us back to the St. Louis area to Bogart’s Smokehouse. Order online or in person from a generous selection of sandwiches and platters – pulled pork, beef brisket, and burnt ends, for example. Don’t forget to add a scrumptious side or two. Bogart’s Smokehouse dishes up applesauce and deviled egg potato salad for sides. Learn more on the official website of Bogart’s Smokehouse.
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