Rick and staff very friendly. The food was exceptional. Pork BBQ Friend chicken and Ribs…read moreoutstanding. This was our first trip there but definitely will not be the last. The place was very clean and inviting.

Rick's NC BBQ is the real deal, After multiple attempts at…read morefinding NC Eastern style Q in the New Bern area we finally went to Rick's in Oriental. This is now our go to BBQ restaurant. Whether you like pulled pork, fried chicken or brisket this is the one. The quality of the BBQ and attentive service is spot on. Thanks Rick for coming to Oriental.

We ordered dinner through Grubhub for Moore's BBQ. Have enjoyed their BBQ chicken, collard greens…read moreand other veggies in the past. Was looking forward to having it delivered by Grubhub ... but after an hour of tracking the driver and 1 1/2 hours without the food showing up, we called Moore's to see about canceling the Grubhub order and picking it up ourselves. Tina at Moore's said to come in and she would help us. Not only did she help us cancel the Grubhub order but she had our whole order remade so the food was hot and fresh. And then Moore's comped our meal. Thank you Tina and Moore's BBQ for being so customer focused. This situation was not your problem but you took it on and made things more than right! And our dinner was amazing.

Their fried chicken is amazing. We come out from california…read moreevery year to visit family and their bbq and chicken is something we look forward to every visit. The place is clean and service is friendly

Though I grew up on Lexington/Central NC BBQ, I must say that the Wobbly Hog is THE BEST I HAVE…read moreEATEN True smokehouse flavor, lean with no gristle. I read somewhere that the portions were small. That must have been from Two Ton Harris, since my wife and I split a tray, no problems. Well, a bit of problem since the corn bread is so good, and only a half is never enough. The slaw is very good, for mayo based slaw. But the chopped pork is the star. Haven't tried the brisket, that is for lunch tomorrow! We drive over from New Bern 20 or so minutes just for the BBQ. The "fast food" BBQ joints cannot touch the Wobbly Hog. They also have some great specials, including Prime Rib, which I have yet to try, but really want to. Strongly recommended, you will be glad you tried it!

This is a wonderful dine-in smokehouse with top shelf eastern NC vinegar style BBQ sauce. The…read moremacaroni and cheese is the best I've ever had and very good brisket. Lots of room and and very nice service staff.

Ok we didn't go in, we kept calling but no one answered the phone so we called the other location…read more They said yes they are open. I was after two specific things they say they offer so I asked about them before making the drive out. The person on the phone indicated they had not offered either item since before COVID. I asked why the menus still indicated they had them and he said they just had never gotten around to updating anything. COVID was years ago now. That made me question how well they were doing other things with no reviews in a long time. Then on another site someone complained when they came they were being disrespectful to the flag (I did not see it, just read about it), but we live in Navy and Marine territory and I found it disrespectful to the people they want as customers and to whom I very much respect. The great reviews were from 1-2 years ago and then nothing. Which makes me wonder why?

Another fantastic meal at Backroads Smokehouse. This off the beaten path spot is 100% with the…read moredrive. I always get great size portions, quality food and excellent service. Some of the best smoked meats in eastern NC.

Fly from Miami to Raleigh-Durham with the primary goal of visiting a barbecue joint that's a…read morethree-hour round-trip drive away, located in a small town with virtually nothing else to see, and you'll understand how I view food experiences. There was a very real risk of wasting an entire day. Thankfully, Skylight Inn delivered in a big way. First, this is the kind of place that attracts everyone: police officers, construction workers, families, businesspeople in suits, and that's just on a weekday. That's always a good sign and something I love to see. Their whole hog Eastern North Carolina barbecue was absolutely worth the effort. It was incredibly flavorful and packed with texture. The crispy skin is expertly mixed throughout the meat, alongside moist pork and just enough rendered fat to create a perfect balance. Every bite had something different going on. The sweet tea was excellent, the slaw was solid, and the picnic-style potato salad hit the spot. The cornbread, however, deserves special mention. Unlike what most people think of as cornbread today, Skylight's version is made with only stone-ground cornmeal, water, salt, and pork drippings. It's dense, chewy, and rustic. No wheat flour, no sugar, and no fluffy crumb. It may not be everyone's favorite, but it's a fascinating piece of barbecue history, and I respect that they're still making it the traditional way. I came. I saw. I ate. Then I bought three pounds to go and grabbed a T-shirt on my way out. That's about as strong an endorsement as I can give. PS.....Walking the grounds is fun as well.

Lived in Houston TX. That is where one can find the best by…read morefar barbecue in the world till now! That honor of being best now belongs to the Skylight Inn BBQ barbecue! The BBQ from the Skylight Inn is better than any others by far!

It's been a year since my last visit. On a sad note, Mr. Steve Grady, founder, pitmaster, and BBQ…read morelegend, passed last year at the age of 90. His wife and cofounder Gerri has kept the business cooking (pun intended). It's still among the best whole hog BBQ I've ever eaten - and I've eaten a lot. Grady's pork is amazing, especially topped with slaw and their Eastern NC sauce. The sides are incredible. The desserts look wonderful (have never been able to find room, but one of these days...). Prices are reasonable (but be warned: this is a cash-only place). If you're on the way to the beach, go to Grady's. If you're coming back from the beach, go to Grady's. If you're within 100 miles, go to Grady's. Heck, if you're anywhere on the East Coast, go to Grady's. It's that good!

Excellent NC style BBQ. we had full slab of ribs and pound of chopped pork. I had never tried…read morethe vinegar style sauce which was good. Home style cooking. Most highly recommended. About 40 minutes off I95.

There's always something going on a Silos, whether it's BOGO pizza night, or open mic night, or…read moreeven the Friday bands out back at the Red Rooster, it's a fun place to go to. They have a wide variety of food offerings, from pizza, salads and subs or other Italian dishes. Well stocked bar and friendly people,

We had a pleasant weekday lunch at the Silos. The menu is fairly standard fare; I had a hamburger…read moreand my dining companion tried the Reuben. My hamburger was good, but was served almost past well done despite requesting it cooked to medium. The Reuben was excellent. We both tried the fries, extra crispy. They arrived hot and were very tasty. The interior of the restaurant is definitely on the quirky side. The restaurant is, after all, built from two grain silos. I thought it added to the experience. Service was excellent. Our server was personable, helpful, and extremely prompt. She is responsible for earning the fourth star in this review.

First timer at this food truck. Worth every penny and reasonably priced pennie's too! Aimee had the…read morepulled chicken barbecue platter and I enjoyed a pulled barbecue platter. My two sides were baked macaroni and loaded baked beans. True smiling, greeting face at the window was very welcoming..

Carolina barbecue with that classic comfort food flavor--plus a unique twist you won't find…read moreanywhere else. The baked beans are a delicious mystery; they won't reveal the recipe, but the smoky sweetness is unforgettable. The BBQ Chicken Sandwich strikes the perfect balance--rich sauce that enhances, never overwhelms, the tender meat. Family-owned and operated, this spot is ideal for any event

Give the chicken nuggie chef a James Beard award! My almost three year old has survived months on…read moreair and good vibes, but decided these nuggets were worth breaking his fast for. High praise! We also had adult food. It was excellent: pork, brisket, chicken, beans, and fried okra. I'm very picky about brisket and this one passed the test. Great experience all around!

The best fried chicken I've had in a long time. Really good…read more Unfortunately, the brisket was incredibly dry and lacked flavor. They forgot my ribs in my takeout order but were quick to refund that part of the meal when I called them. Mac and cheese / slaw were good. Hushpuppies were ehh. Price wasn't bad at all.

This place was recommended by the front desk at the holiday inn in Plymouth. It's about a 7 mile…read moredrive away, but I promise you the food is legit amazing. They are not open on the weekends and they close at 6pm. We were very lucky strolling in around 4ish since our activities had been tentative. Upon entry I observed a clean spacious dining area which extends to another back private room. We walked up to the counter to order and was greeted by the kindest employees. To the left side of me stood a bear statue. The days special was written on a sign near the register which included BBQ chicken. However, I was craving some meat and pork. I didn't catch the lady's name that took our order, but she was soo nice. We ended up getting the pulled pork plate with hush puppies and homemade potato salad. Then I added a double cheeseburger with fries, while the hubs ordered banana pudding, and strawberry cheesecake for dessert. They also offered a small side of chili for him to taste since he inquired about some. We walked to the back and found a table. Within ten minutes one of the employees brought our food. I didn't catch her name, but the service here is great! She was sweet and was on top of the refills of sweet tea and water. Talk about southern hospitality very warm and welcoming! It's a shock for me especially, since my environment growing up on the east coast was a bit harsher lol The double cheeseburger was juicy, meaty, and in this case there was less bread to meat ratio that I salute. The sharp onion and crunchy lettuce were nice compliments, but the star was that meat! Fries were thin, crispy, and not soggy:) Pulled pork was tender, and since we were in North Carolina the Bbq style is thin sauce with vinegar and spices. The hush puppies reminded me of those elongated pennies that are pressed in tourist locations lol The cornmeal was savory and deep fried perfectly. They have executed perfection for everything homemade! The potato salad had a little bit of relish mixed in with the mayo. It gave a tang which I enjoyed. Coleslaw was different than any I've ever had and eaten. It look like it was cut into little square cubes and had more of a creamy texture with no carrots that I'm used to. That was mind boggling for me, but I still thoroughly enjoyed it. As for the banana pudding and strawberry cheesecake oh my gosh it was sooooooooo good!!! We would definitely come back!! Support Local!!!

This place is the bomb. Be sure to bring cash. The food is super, served quickly and never too…read morecrowded.