Oh, BBQ. How we in Missouri adore you! Not only is Missouri known for barbeque from KC style to St. Louis style, the entire state celebrates the grill with some phenonemel BBQ options all across the state.
We are incredibly fortunate to have a number of fantastic locally-owned BBQ joints right here in Jefferson City and Fulton, ready to satisfy our every BBQ craving. Join us on a mouthwatering journey through our top picks for the best BBQ around town:
1. Sweet Smoke
š Address: 3530 Country Club Drive, Jefferson City + 127 E High Street, Jefferson City
What we love: You'll have a wide array of options from meat place, sandwiches, specialty plates, tacos, nachos and more. Plus two locations to choose from to get your BBQ fix. You publisher's favorite, the I Love Texas Tacos!
2. Lutz's BBQ
š Address: 3505 Missouri Boulevard, Jefferson City
What we love: This is not your humble, gas station BBQ spot. And while the meat is not something to be upstaged, there is something special about their house-made chips. We love that they have Family Specials with a variety to feed a family of 4, 6 or 8, but they also have a kids menu. Don't forget to grab a tasty bone for fido at home!
3. Jamaican Jerk Hut
š Address: 112 E Dunklin, Jefferson City
What we love: Get your Jamaican fix with a variety of traditional Jamaica dishes + some grilled jerk dishes and wings. A great option when you're looking for something fresh and flavorful. You can't go wrong with the jerk wings!
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4. JQ's on High
š Address: 911 E High Street, Jefferson City
What we love: Previously featured in our Local Wings Guide, JQ's on High deserves a second shout out for their smoked wings. Their expansive menu is sure to delight any meat lover, but we especially love that everything can be enhanced with a variety of house-made sauces.
5. Smokey Island Hut
š Address: 173 W Simon Boulevard, Holts Summit
What we love: Island Vibes with some succulent BBQ. Their meat is marinaded with island flavors creating their special Quitugua menu. "Our meats are so good, you don't need sauce!"
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6. Mojo's BBQ and Grill
š Address: 2207 Cardinal Drive, Fulton
What we love: There isn't much you cannot get at Mojo's. BBQ plate or sandwich āļø, Seafood selections āļø, Classic BBQ sides āļø, Breakfast all day āļø
7. Fulton Wurst Haus
š Address: 5009 Pendergras Road, Fulton
What we love: Serving our region as both a butcher and a BBQ spot with a German flair. This is the spot to get a bratwurst, plus they have a kid's menu!
Enjoy this guide? Also check out our Local Pizza Guide!
