Vote for the South’s Best Ribs

Photo by Jennifer Davick
Wet or dry? Hickory or oak? Pork or beef (or even mutton)? No matter which way you take your ribs, there’s something beautifully primal about hunkering down with a slab. And we want to know which barbecue joint YOU think serves the best ribs in the South. Cast your vote below!
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This list is by no means all-inclusive. We know we’ve definitely missed a joint near and dear to your heart. And we want to hear about it. Leave us a comment. We promise we’re listening.

Hubba Hubba in Flat Rock, NC. Fabulous BBQ!!!!
Hubba Hubba Smokehouse; Flat Rock, NC. Unmatchable taste and unbeatable atmosphere. Hubba Hubba defines the ultimate BBQ experience.
Hubba hubba Smokehouse Flat Rock, NC!!!
HUBBA HUBBA Smokehouse
Flat Rock, North Carolina
Pig split,
fire lit,
slaw fixed,
sauce mixed.
The best BBQ on this planet!
Hubba Hubba Smokehouse is the best, why isn’t it on the list?
Hubba Hubba Smokehouse! Love it!
Hubba Hubba Smokehouse is the BEST!!
i wont to vote for Hubba Hubba Starr Teel how can I do that Kitty
Hubba Hubba Smokehouse in Flat Rock, NC
Everyone needs to take a trip to Flat Rock, NC and eat at HubbaHubba. The BEST smoked BBQ! You gotta try it!
Hubba Hubba in Flat Rock, NC!!! Absolutely fantastic.
Hubba hubba is so special! Delicious and definitely the best! The staff is awesome too!
Hubba Hubba Smokehouse in Flat Rock, NC. Best BBQ around!
Hubba hubba! Best place to eat! Especially on your way to Camp Greystone!
fhttps://vimeo.com/61464151 Hubba Hubba/fans and friends have worked hard to make an impression on Southern Living for the benefit of our Future Legends BBQ Competition..with the help of Mike Mills (The Legend) his daughter Amy and good friend Jim Tabb…they have joined us in launching one of the best children’s KCBS sanctioned BBQ competitions in the country for the benefit of sending children (over 200 annually) of limited means to summer camp. It would be great if some of the many exceptional restaurants listed in this SL ‘Best of The South’ competition could join us..And, Southern Living could be here to cover the event. 30 teams last year trying to get to 60 in 2013…Saturday October the 12. We would love to have your help in growing this event!
Hubba Hubba Smokehouse in Flat Rock, NC has creative and scrumptious BBQ served with a smile!
I vote for Hubba Hubba. Outstanding!
Hubba hubba smokehouse flat rock nc
Why is Hubba Hubbavnot on the main list? They are the best!
Hubba Hubba BBQ in Flat Rock, NC is a must. Starr Teel does a great job of providing great food in a friendly out-doorsy atmosphere. A MUST in Western NC!
Dennis & Susan in Flat Rock
My sons restaurant, Hubba Hubba Smokehouse, is by far the very best! He has been cooking since he was very young and it has paid off! His BBQ is terrific and so is he!!!!
Hubba Hubba Smokehouse in Flat Rock, NC is definitely the BEST!!
MOE’S ORIGINAL BAR-B-QUE SHOULD DEFINITELY BE ON THE LIST!!!!! What happened????
The very last comment listed seems to have been posted at 10:58p.m. by Brooke. It is now 12:02 a.m. and the poll above is listed as closed. I’m putting this note here to mark the end of the comments section since it should be cut off now too.
You’re missing Famous Dave’s! How did that happen! YUMMY for sure!
As a resident of NC I’ll definitely not go to Hubba Hubba for making a farce out of this.
Corky’s and Rendezvous in Memphis, TN
Awesome atmosphere and Great Service!
Hubba Bubba Barbeque in the little historic village of Flat Rock is within walking distance of the national historic landmark, Carl Sandburg’s Home, Connemara. Hubba Bubba is also within walking distance of the North Carolina State Theater, Flat Rock Playhouse. Hubba Bubba has great ribs and wonderful barbecue with indoor and outdoor seating. We love the unique shops on Rainbow Row, which it is a part of, especially the Wrinkled Egg which has an amazing assortment of gifts and interesting art pieces. Hubba Bubba is a great destination for eating yummy ribs and barbecue while spending the day and evening visiting the special attractions of Flat Rock. Before leaving town folks should stop at Sky Top Orchard and pick a bushel of fresh apples right off the tree or pick up jams and jellies to carry home.
Hubba Hubba Smokehouse, Flat Rock NC
Bummed that Hubba Hubba’s Smokehouse in Flat Rock, NC was left off the list!
Hubba Hubba Smokehouse in Flat Rock, NC has great Ribs, Pulled Chicken & Pork plus delicious sides like collard greens and black eyed peas!
Hubba Hubba Smokehouse in Flat Rock,NC
Yes, Johnny Riblets, you DO need to get to Hubba Hubba–small menu of items made with smoky love–also inventive, delicious sides and slightly quirky setting make it a fav place for us…
word has it Fiery Bob kept voting for himself … shame he couldn’t win legit
Hubba Hubba Smokehouse is amazing! One of the best restaurants in Flat Rock!
Hubba Hubba Smokehouse in Flat Rock, Norh Carolina has the greatest BBQ, delightful atmosphere in a friendly setting.
Betty & Vick
Hubba Hubba
Hubba Hubba Smokehouse in Flat Rock, N.C.! Great bbq and killer sides. A destination with great shops too!
Gypsy Adams
Smoking in Style Hot Springs AR
The folks @ Hubba Hubba Smokehouse in Flat Rock, NC do a great job! As a food service operator, I can appreciate the love they put into their food and you can taste it EVERY TIME you take a bite!
Susan H
Here’s one more fan of Hubba Hubba: great food and atmosphere!
Hubba Hubba Smokehouse in Flat Rock, North Carolina! Awesome barbecue and smoked fish on the weekend>
Sam’s BBQ1 in Marietta Georgia has the finest pork barbecue in the US. Ribs, Pulled Pork
can’t be beat. Come try the best!!!!!
Memphis Barbecue Company in Horn Lake, MS
Best Ribs Ever!!!!
2x Memphis in May Champions
2013 Kingsford Invitational Champs!!! Ribs, Brisket, and Pork (whole hog)
Best BBQ ever – Hubba Hubba in Hendersonville, NC!
Fat Matt’s Atlanta, bet.
Memphis Barbecue Company BY FAR!!
Memphis Barbecue Company in Horn Lake, MS is the best BBQ I have ever put in my mouth. Everything is fresh, and the employees are the best around. The prices are very fair, and everything all around is AMAZING.