Many would say that you have to travel to Texas or the Carolina’s to find authentic down-home barbeque. While Connecticut is more well-known for its lobster rolls and pizza, you can still satisfy your cravings for smoked meats at various eateries around the state. Bring your napkins and head out to these mouthwatering destinations for some of the best bbq sandwiches in the state.
- Dinosaur BBQ, Stamford
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Facebook/Dinosaur BBQ (Stamford) Located in a refurbished factory, Dinosaur BBQ is a leader in the tri-state area for all things barbeque. Overstuffed sandwiches accompanied by sides like cornbread, mac and cheese, and potato salad are like enjoying a southern picnic on a plate.Address: 845 Canal Street, Stamford, CT 06902
- Taino Smokehouse, Middletown
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Google Images/Owen James This little BBQ haven is best enjoyed in the warmer weather when the huge backyard patio opens. The wood-smoked meats are juicy and delicious amped up by a homemade spicy sauce.Address: 482 S Main Street, Middletown, CT 06457
- Bobby Q’s Cue & Co, Norwalk
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Facebook/Bobby Q’s Cue & Co. Enjoy real pit-smoked barbeque at this casual gathering spot. The meats are smoked with hickory wood and a variety of rubs and marinades to kick the flavor up to the highest standard. Address: 11 Merwin Street, Norwalk, CT 06850
- Smokin’ With Chris, Southington
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Facebook/Smokin with Chris Walk into this local restaurant and the aromas will start your mouth watering right away. The slow-cooked meat is piled high on a bun and you can personalize your flavor with a choice of three different sauces. Address: 59 W Center Street, Southington, CT 06489
- Hoodoo Brown BBQ, Ridgefield
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Facebook/ Hoodoo Brown BBQ Hoodoo Brown features Texas-style BBQ in huge portions. The enormous sandwiches pair perfectly with a glass of moonshine or sweet tea. Address: 967 Ethan Allen Highway, Ridgefield, CT 06877
- Bear’s Smokehouse BBQ, Windsor
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Facebook/Bear’s Smokehouse BBQ Bear’s Smokehouse BBQ has won plenty of awards for its flavorful Kansas City-style meats. Order a sandwich with all the sides piled on top and you’ll be a forever fan. Address: 2152 Poquonock Avenue, Windsor, CT 06095
- The Cookhouse, New Miford
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Google Images/Camry/103 The roadside red barn of The Cookhouse will transport you straight to the south. The North Carolina vinegar-style sauce is a sure-fire hit whether you devour your BBQ on or off the bun. Address: 31 Danbury Road, New Milford, CT 06776
- Walrus + Carpenter, Bridgeport
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Facebook/Walrus + Carpenter This gastropub and smokehouse in Fairfield County is brimming over with BBQ options. Enjoy a cold brew alongside your favorite smoked meats at this popular spot.Address: 2895 Fairfield Avenue, Bridgeport, CT 06605
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Facebook/Dinosaur BBQ (Stamford)
Located in a refurbished factory, Dinosaur BBQ is a leader in the tri-state area for all things barbeque. Overstuffed sandwiches accompanied by sides like cornbread, mac and cheese, and potato salad are like enjoying a southern picnic on a plate.Address: 845 Canal Street, Stamford, CT 06902
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Google Images/Owen James
This little BBQ haven is best enjoyed in the warmer weather when the huge backyard patio opens. The wood-smoked meats are juicy and delicious amped up by a homemade spicy sauce.Address: 482 S Main Street, Middletown, CT 06457
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Facebook/Bobby Q’s Cue & Co.
Enjoy real pit-smoked barbeque at this casual gathering spot. The meats are smoked with hickory wood and a variety of rubs and marinades to kick the flavor up to the highest standard. Address: 11 Merwin Street, Norwalk, CT 06850
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Facebook/Smokin with Chris
Walk into this local restaurant and the aromas will start your mouth watering right away. The slow-cooked meat is piled high on a bun and you can personalize your flavor with a choice of three different sauces. Address: 59 W Center Street, Southington, CT 06489
Facebook/ Hoodoo Brown BBQ
Hoodoo Brown features Texas-style BBQ in huge portions. The enormous sandwiches pair perfectly with a glass of moonshine or sweet tea. Address: 967 Ethan Allen Highway, Ridgefield, CT 06877
Google Images/Neury Freitas
Facebook/Bear’s Smokehouse BBQ
Bear’s Smokehouse BBQ has won plenty of awards for its flavorful Kansas City-style meats. Order a sandwich with all the sides piled on top and you’ll be a forever fan. Address: 2152 Poquonock Avenue, Windsor, CT 06095
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Google Images/Camry/103
The roadside red barn of The Cookhouse will transport you straight to the south. The North Carolina vinegar-style sauce is a sure-fire hit whether you devour your BBQ on or off the bun. Address: 31 Danbury Road, New Milford, CT 06776
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This gastropub and smokehouse in Fairfield County is brimming over with BBQ options. Enjoy a cold brew alongside your favorite smoked meats at this popular spot.Address: 2895 Fairfield Avenue, Bridgeport, CT 06605
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