Highest-rated barbecue restaurants in the Mobile area by diners
Barbecue stands as one of America's most cherished culinary traditions, weaving together a rich tapestry of history, regional diversity, and evolving flavors that resonate with diners from coast to coast. A July 2022 YouGov survey revealed that nearly all Americans (96%) who consume meat , underscoring its widespread enduring appeal and cross-cultural significance. Among the 1,000 survey respondents, Texas dominated as the place most often associated with barbecue, but the cuisine's roots expand far beyond the Lone Star State.
American barbecue can be traced back to Indigenous cooking techniques and was further enriched by the influences of enslaved Africans. In the centuries since, it's evolved into a multifaceted culinary art with : the tangy, vinegar-based sauces and slow-cooked pork of the Carolinas; the tender brisket of Texas with sauce served on the side; the robust, sweet-forward flavors characteristic of Kansas City; and Alabama's signature mayo-based white sauce drizzled over some juicy chicken.
Alongside these classic offerings, innovative interpretations have surged in popularity in recent decades, as multicultural variants such as Korean BBQ, with its marinated cuts and sizzling grill presentations, and Mexican barbacoa, known for its richly spiced, slow-cooked succulence, have carved out their own niche in the competitive barbecue landscape.
Over the years, barbecue has not only mirrored America's evolving palate but has also fostered a spirit of community, as festivals, backyard cookouts, and friendly competitions celebrate the art of smoking and grilling鈥攖raditions lovingly passed down from generation to generation.
Nationwide, barbecue restaurants today greet families and friends with the intoxicating aroma of slow-smoked meats served on sturdy metal trays, often covered in rustic butcher paper. And what meal would be complete without those hearty sides? Whether you opt for gooey mac and cheese and smoky collard greens or crumbly cornbread and creamy coleslaw, you can't go wrong.
If you're craving some good 'cue in your neck of the woods, has you covered with the highest-rated barbecue restaurants in Mobile based on diners' reviews on as of February 2025. Restaurants with at least 20 reviews tagged as "barbecue" within a 10-kilometer radius of Mobile were included. As a result, some restaurants featured may serve other food items.
Keep reading to see where to go when the hunger for all things low-and-slow strikes you!
#19. Dickey's Barbecue Pit
- Rating: 2.6/5 (54 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1390 Tingle Cir Ste 1 Mobile, Alabama
- Categories: Barbecue, American
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#18. Texas Roadhouse
- Rating: 2.7/5 (165 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 6150 Airport Blvd. Mobile, Alabama
- Categories: Steakhouses, Barbecue, American
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#17. LongHorn Steakhouse
- Rating: 2.8/5 (85 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 6201 Airport Blvd. Mobile, Alabama
- Categories: Steakhouses, American, Barbecue
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#16. Sonny's BBQ
- Rating: 3.2/5 (118 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 770 Schillinger Road South Mobile, Alabama
- Categories: Barbecue, New American
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#15. Dick Russell's Bar-B-Q
- Rating: 3.3/5 (270 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 5360 Hwy 90 West Mobile, Alabama
- Categories: Barbecue, Breakfast & Brunch, Seafood
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#14. Hickory Pit Too
- Rating: 3.4/5 (56 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 8919 Moffett Road Semmes, Alabama
- Categories: Barbecue, Breakfast & Brunch, Soul Food
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#13. Bar-B-Quing With My Honey
- Rating: 3.5/5 (52 reviews)
- Address: 2617 Dauphine St. Mobile, Alabama
- Categories: Barbecue, Southern
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#12. Moe's Original Bar B Que
- Rating: 3.5/5 (72 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 4672 Airport Blvd. Mobile, Alabama
- Categories: Barbecue
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#11. Dickey's Barbecue Pit
- Rating: 3.5/5 (28 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 7721 Airport Blvd. Mobile, Alabama
- Categories: American, Barbecue, Chicken Wings
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#10. Dreamland BBQ
- Rating: 3.5/5 (231 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 3314 Old Shell Road Mobile, Alabama
- Categories: Barbecue, Desserts, Southern
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#9. Rodgers B-B-Q
- Rating: 3.8/5 (31 reviews)
- Price level: $$$
- Address: 2350 St. Stephens Road Mobile, Alabama
- Categories: Barbecue
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#8. Moe's Original Bar B Que
- Rating: 3.8/5 (207 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 701 Spring Hill Ave. Mobile, Alabama
- Categories: Barbecue
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#7. J. Rodgers BBQ & Soulfood
- Rating: 3.9/5 (76 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1444 Industrial Pkwy Saraland, Alabama
- Categories: Barbecue, Soul Food
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#6. Penton's Bistro
- Rating: 4.2/5 (28 reviews)
- Address: 219 Conti St. Mobile, Alabama
- Categories: Bars, Tapas/Small Plates, Barbecue
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#5. Cotton State BBQ
- Rating: 4.3/5 (59 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 101 North Conception St. Mobile, Alabama
- Categories: Barbecue
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#4. Meat Boss - Cottage Hill
- Rating: 4.6/5 (477 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 5401 Cottage Hill Road Mobile, Alabama
- Categories: Barbecue, American, Sandwiches
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#3. Bay Barbeque
- Rating: 4.8/5 (31 reviews)
- Address: 59 North Florida St. Mobile, Alabama
- Categories: Barbecue
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#2. Boar Hog's Barbecue & Catering
- Rating: 4.8/5 (34 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 106 Cody Road South Mobile, Alabama
- Categories: Barbecue, Desserts
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#1. McMillan Barbecue
- Rating: 4.9/5 (21 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 3103 West Main St. Mobile, Alabama
- Categories: Barbecue
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This story features data reporting by Wade Zhou, writing by Cynthia Rebolledo, and is part of a series utilizing data automation across 281 metros.
