Since 1947, Skylight Inn BBQ in Ayden, NC has perfected whole-hog barbecue and earned a reputation for the best chopped pork ...
Discover the North Carolina restaurant so beloved that locals gladly wait in line just to get a taste of its legendary dishes ...
In the small town of Ayden, North Carolina, one family-run barbecue joint has been serving the same simple meal for over 75 ...
This legendary barbecue spot serves a stripped-down cornbread that divides diners, using only a few bare-bones ingredients ...
Some of the best BBQ joints are in strip malls and gas stations, where you can enjoy smoked meats and tasty sauces in a relaxed atmosphere without pretenses.
Southern Living ranks six NC barbecue joints among South’s top 50 spots in 2025. Skylight Inn in Ayden and Lexington Barbecue lead with traditional whole hog prep. Sam Jones BBQ and Prime BBQ blend ...
Cornbread sliced in a pan, with one piece off to the side - Michelle Lee Photography/Getty Images Iconic barbecue restaurants uphold tradition not just in their meats — whether that's brisket, pulled ...