15 Best Barbecue Restaurants in Atlanta

Heirloom Market BBQ brings together slow-cooked Southern barbecue and Korean marinades and spices in a distinctly Atlanta setting. Brisket, pork and ribs are central to the menu, with the North Carolina BBQ sandwich providing a traditional choice and Korean-influenced preparations adding a bolder direction. The food is suited to a quick, casual meal, whether dining solo or sharing a relaxed lunch or dinner outdoors.

BBQ 56 brings a relaxed, welcoming setting to Atlanta, with outdoor seating and a menu built around low-and-slow smoked meats cooked over fruit wood. The atmosphere suits a leisurely meal, whether dining solo, meeting friends, or settling in for lunch or dinner.

Sweet Auburn BBQ brings a distinctive Asian twist to traditional barbecue in Atlanta, pairing Southern smoking traditions with Malaysian, Chinese, and Pacific Islander influences. Pimento cheese wontons and coconut lemongrass ribs capture the concept especially well, while the menu also includes wings, brisket, collard greens, mac and cheese, and other comfort-food favorites.

KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot brings an interactive Korean dining format to Atlanta, with all-you-can-eat Korean barbecue and hot pot served in a modern setting. The experience centers on cooking meats and other ingredients at the table, with broth-based hot pot adding a warm, communal element to the meal.

KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot turns dinner into an interactive meal, pairing tabletop Korean barbecue with customizable hot pot broths. The all-you-can-eat format encourages groups to try several meats, vegetables, noodles, and soup bases, while the modern dining room and full bar add an energetic social setting.

Waikikie Hawaiian BBQ brings a vibrant Hawaiian theme to Atlanta, with colorful décor, plenty of natural light and an easygoing atmosphere that feels welcoming for casual meals. Outdoor seating adds another option for relaxed dining, while takeaway and delivery suit meals on the go.

Herbs Rib Shack brings a welcoming, casual barbecue stop to the Atlanta area, with smoked ribs, rib tips, brisket, chicken, and sausage at the center of the menu. The meats are known for deep flavor and tenderness, while generous sides such as collard greens, baked beans, mac and cheese, and greens round out the plates. The menu also includes combo plates, small plates, comfort-food options, and catering.

SSAMJANG Korean BBQ brings tabletop grilling, a modern atmosphere, and a broad Korean menu to Atlanta. The dining room’s glowing grills and colorful banchan create a lively setting for dinner, while solo diners can also find a comfortable way to enjoy the format. An all-you-can-eat option adds flexibility for guests who want to explore several grilled selections in one sitting.

Fox Bros Bar-B-Q brings a broad Atlanta barbecue spread to the table, with smoked spare ribs, brisket, pulled pork, chicken, and wings at the center. The menu also makes room for substantial sides such as collard greens, baked beans, potato salad, fries, and macaroni and cheese, with banana pudding and other sweet finishes for a fuller meal.

Fat Matt’s Rib Shack brings classic Atlanta barbecue together with a relaxed, characterful setting and the easygoing energy of blues playing nearby. The menu centers on smoked ribs, chicken, barbecue sandwiches and hearty sides, with a bold sauce that adds plenty of personality. Outdoor seating, dine-in and takeaway make it flexible for a casual meal, while delivery extends the same comfort-food appeal beyond the restaurant.

Gyu-kaku Japanese BBQ brings a lively tabletop-grill format to Atlanta, turning dinner into an interactive meal. Juicy, marinated meats are cooked at the table, with a menu centered on Japanese barbecue and comforting, full-flavored dishes. The polished interior adds to the occasion without making it feel overly formal.

9292 Korean BBQ focuses on an all-you-can-eat tabletop meal built around grilled meats, hearty sides, and a comfortable setting for catching up with friends. Brisket and other high-quality cuts are central to the experience, while the menu also includes beer, cocktails, and lighter or healthier choices.

Wallace Barbecue brings a long-running Southern barbecue tradition to Atlanta, with roots reaching back to 1966 and family recipes developed in the region decades earlier. The menu centers on barbecue, Brunswick stew and classic sides, alongside fried chicken, burgers, crispy wings and desserts. Its old-school character suits diners looking for familiar comfort food rather than a polished, contemporary barbecue concept.

Beaver Creek Biscuit Company and Barbecue brings together Turner’s Barbecue and a biscuit-focused breakfast menu in Atlanta. The barbecue lineup includes pulled pork, beef sandwiches, ribs, baked beans, coleslaw and generously portioned plates, with sauces and sides that give the meal plenty of character.

Old South Bar-B-Q brings a classic Southern smokehouse atmosphere to Atlanta, with wood-paneled walls, booths, and family photographs creating a warm, traditional setting. Established in 1968, the restaurant continues a family-style tradition centered on hickory- or oak-smoked pork, chicken, and ribs.