{"id":807635,"date":"2026-05-19T14:31:18","date_gmt":"2026-05-19T14:31:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/807635\/"},"modified":"2026-05-19T14:31:18","modified_gmt":"2026-05-19T14:31:18","slug":"phoenix-bbq-restaurant-named-best-in-the-us-5-others-landed-top-100","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/807635\/","title":{"rendered":"Phoenix BBQ restaurant named best in the US. 5 others landed top 100"},"content":{"rendered":"

Yelp unveiled its list of “Top 100 BBQ restaurants in the US, according to Yelp Elites<\/a>.” Metro Phoenix made a strong showing with six spots, including the number one spot.<\/p>\n

To arrive at the list, Community Team Members Sydney G and Christian S identified the barbecue category, then ranked the restaurants based on Yelp Elite Squad’s ratings and volume of reviews.<\/p>\n

Here’s a look at Arizona barbecue restaurants that made Yelp Elite’s best list, their rating, ranking out of 100 and why the Yelp Elite loved them.<\/p>\n

Little Miss BBQ-University ranked No. 1 in the entire country<\/p>\n

Yelp called Little Miss, a restaurant run by 2026 James Beard semifinalist<\/a> chef and owner Scott Holmes, “a must-visit for anyone craving authentic Central Texas\u2013style barbecue,” adding that the food’s flavor was “unforgettable.”<\/p>\n

Rating:<\/strong> 4.7 from 3,137 reviewers.<\/p>\n

Details:<\/strong> 4301 E. University Drive, Phoenix. 602-437-1177, littlemissbbq.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Caldwell County BBQ ranked No. 8<\/p>\n

Of this Texas and Arizona mix, Yelp said: “This spot serves up meat-market favorites with a Southwestern twist you won\u2019t forget.” Caldwell BBQ has multiple locations and a new one opening on Mayo Boulevard. It’s been on our list of 100 essential restaurants<\/a> two years running.<\/p>\n

Rating:<\/strong> 4.7 from 1,921 reviewers.<\/p>\n

Details:<\/strong> 18324 East Nunneley Road, Gilbert. 480-892-0512, caldwellcountybbq.com<\/a>. Check the website for other locations.<\/p>\n

Eric\u2019s Family Barbecue ranked No. 36<\/p>\n

“With a friendly counter service vibe and hearty sandwiches and burgers on offer, Eric\u2019s Family Barbecue is a standout spot for anyone eager to savor expertly crafted, flavorful fare,” Yelpers wrote of the family-owned restaurant that offers Texas ‘cue with a touch of Southwestern flavor.<\/p>\n

Rating:<\/strong> 4.6 from 1,030 reviewers.<\/p>\n

Details:<\/strong> 12345 W. Indian School Road, Avondale. 623-248-0148, erics-family-barbecue<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Smoking Tiger Korean BBQ ranked No. 61<\/p>\n

Yelp praised this spot for its “menu of beef, pork, and seafood” and “premium cuts, complemented by a generous spread of traditional banchan and classic Korean entr\u00e9es.” It also made their list of best Korean BBQ in the U.S.<\/a><\/p>\n

Rating:<\/strong> 4.5 from 302 reviewers.<\/p>\n

Details:<\/strong> 1919 S. Gilbert Road, Mesa. smokingtigerbbq.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Hapa Food ranked No. 83<\/p>\n

Hapa Food’s Asian and Hawaiian influences, won Yelpers’ hearts, especially “tender kalua pig, smoky kalbi ribs, and crispy garlic chicken.”<\/p>\n

Rating:<\/strong> 4.5 from 441 reviewers.<\/p>\n

Details:<\/strong> 5235 E. Southern Ave., Mesa. 480-654-8581, hapafoodco.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Bobby Q – Biltmore ranked No. 88<\/p>\n

Bobby Q uses almond and mesquite to create “melt-off-the-bone ribs, fork-tender brisket, juicy hand-pulled pork and smoky sausage links at this Phoenix favorite.”<\/p>\n

Rating:<\/strong> 4.5 from 941 reviewers.<\/p>\n

Details:<\/strong> 3154 E. Camelback Road. Phoenix. 602-626-8856, bobbyqbbq.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Reach the restaurant critic atBAnooshahr@azcentral.com<\/a>. Follow@baharcreative<\/a>\u00a0on Instagram.<\/p>\n

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This article originally appeared on Arizona Republic: Arizona restaurant named best in US for BBQ<\/a><\/p>\n