Highest-rated barbecue restaurants in the Portland, Oregon area by diners
Highest-rated barbecue restaurants in the Portland, Oregon 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 Portland based on diners' reviews on as of February 2025. Restaurants with at least 20 reviews tagged as "barbecue" within a 10-kilometer radius of Portland 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!
#30. Hog Wild BBQ
- Rating: 3.4/5 (345 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 9226 Southeast 82nd Ave. Happy Valley, Oregon
- Categories: Barbecue
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#29. Original Thai BBQ
- Rating: 3.4/5 (189 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 9895 Southeast Sunnyside Road Ste A Clackamas, Oregon
- Categories: Thai, Barbecue
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#28. Toji Korean Grill House
- Rating: 3.4/5 (316 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 4615 Southeast Hawthorne Blvd. Portland, Oregon
- Categories: Korean, Barbecue
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#27. Buster's Texas Style Barbecue
- Rating: 3.5/5 (307 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 11419 Southwest Pacific Hwy Tigard, Oregon
- Categories: Barbecue
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#26. Kkoki Korean BBQ - Portland
- Rating: 3.5/5 (208 reviews)
- Price level: $$$
- Address: 8001 Southeast Powell Blvd. Ste O Portland, Oregon
- Categories: Korean, Barbecue
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#25. Fire On The Mountain
- Rating: 3.6/5 (635 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 3443 Northeast 57th Ave. Portland, Oregon
- Categories: Barbecue, Chicken Wings, Pizza
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#24. Pine Shed Ribs and Barbecue
- Rating: 3.6/5 (384 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 17730 Pilkington Road Lake Oswego, Oregon
- Categories: Barbecue, Beer Bar, Sandwiches
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#23. Aloha Grill - A Hawaiian BBQ
- Rating: 3.7/5 (223 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 19267 Southwest Martinazzi Ave. Tualatin, Oregon
- Categories: Hawaiian, Barbecue
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#22. Fire on the Mountain
- Rating: 3.7/5 (534 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 4225 North Interstate Ave. Portland, Oregon
- Categories: Barbecue, American, Chicken Wings
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#21. Boomers Burgers & Ribs
- Rating: 3.7/5 (191 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1335 North Hayden Island Drive Portland, Oregon
- Categories: Barbecue, Burgers, Sandwiches
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#20. Portland Mongolian Grill & Hot Pot
- Rating: 3.8/5 (224 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 210 Southwest Yamhill St. Portland, Oregon
- Categories: Mongolian, Barbecue, Hot Pot
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#19. Reverend's BBQ
- Rating: 3.8/5 (747 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 7712 Southeast 13th Ave. Portland, Oregon
- Categories: Barbecue
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#18. Podnah's Pit Barbecue
- Rating: 3.8/5 (1657 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1625 Northeast Killingsworth St. Portland, Oregon
- Categories: Barbecue, Tex-Mex, American
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#17. Roxy's Island Grill
- Rating: 3.8/5 (263 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 8290 Southwest Nyberg Road Tualatin, Oregon
- Categories: Hawaiian, Barbecue
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#16. Kkoki Korean BBQ
- Rating: 3.9/5 (329 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 10325 Southwest Canyon Road Beaverton, Oregon
- Categories: Korean, Barbecue
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#15. Gen Korean BBQ House
- Rating: 3.9/5 (127 reviews)
- Address: 9699 Southwest Washington Square Road C10 Portland, Oregon
- Categories: Korean, Barbecue
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#14. Sokongdong Tofu & BBQ
- Rating: 3.9/5 (335 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2850 Southeast 82nd Ave. Ste 11 Portland, Oregon
- Categories: Korean, Barbecue, Asian Fusion
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#13. Trap Kitchen PDX
- Rating: 4.0/5 (170 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 8 Northwest 6th Ave. Portland, Oregon
- Categories: Soul Food, Barbecue
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#12. Big Kahuna's BBQ & Catering
- Rating: 4.0/5 (132 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 7123 North Lombard St. Portland, Oregon
- Categories: Barbecue, Caterers, Sandwiches
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#11. Han Oak
- Rating: 4.2/5 (397 reviews)
- Price level: $$$$
- Address: 511 Northeast 24th Ave. Portland, Oregon
- Categories: Korean, Barbecue, Bars
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#10. The Landmark Saloon
- Rating: 4.3/5 (144 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 4847 Southeast Division St. Portland, Oregon
- Categories: Bars, American, Barbecue
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#9. Lawless Barbecue
- Rating: 4.3/5 (111 reviews)
- Address: 1520 Southeast 7th Ave. Portland, Oregon
- Categories: Barbecue, American
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#8. Du's Grill
- Rating: 4.3/5 (509 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 5365 Northeast Sandy Blvd. Portland, Oregon
- Categories: Barbecue, fast food, Korean
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#7. Eem
- Rating: 4.4/5 (1393 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 3808 North Williams Ave. Ste 127 Portland, Oregon
- Categories: Cocktail Bars, Thai, Barbecue
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#6. Matt's BBQ
- Rating: 4.5/5 (745 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 4233 North Mississippi Ave. Portland, Oregon
- Categories: Food Trucks, Barbecue
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#5. Road Runner Barbeque
- Rating: 4.5/5 (170 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 5205 Southeast Foster Road Portland, Oregon
- Categories: Barbecue, Food Trucks, Southern
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#4. Botto's BBQ
- Rating: 4.7/5 (269 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 3120 Southeast Milwaukie Ave. Portland, Oregon
- Categories: Barbecue
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#3. Matt's BBQ Tacos
- Rating: 4.7/5 (270 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2216 Southeast 50th Ave. Portland, Oregon
- Categories: Food Trucks, Tacos, Barbecue
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#2. Mississippi's Delta BBQ
- Rating: 4.9/5 (104 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 4057 North Interstate Ave. Portland, Oregon
- Categories: Barbecue, Caterers
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#1. Chochu Local
- Rating: 4.9/5 (102 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 5235 Northeast Sandy Blvd. Portland, Oregon
- Categories: Barbecue, Guamanian, Food Trucks
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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.
