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Hendrix BBQ

3.1 (74 reviews)
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Moderate noise
Good for kids
Good for groups
Dogs allowed

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Kerri K.

My friend and I were out doing some errands when we wanted to get something to eat. So we decided on BBQ for dinner. There was a restaurant that we haven't tried before so we went to Hendrix. What a great decision on our part! It was so small inside and the ambiance was very retro with the decor. They had a lot of vintage signs on the wall and a huge statue of Betty Boop when you walk in that greets you. The service was amazing and quick. The staff was very friendly and the food was really good. We ordered a BBQ plate which had pull pork sandwich with red slaw, house salad with homemade ranch dressing, fries and hush puppies for $11. It was a lot of food for the price which is a plus for me. I would come back to this place again and it is worth the visit!

BBQ with white slaw
Grant H.

Always a great place to stop. Curly fries are top notch and the barbecue never disappoints.

Food was great! Service was awesome. Nice people and amazing sweet tea

Will go back! The waitress were nice and quick! Best sweet tea. Food was wonderful and the place was clean!

BBQ plate with side of sauce and hushpuppies, bowl of chicken and dumplings, fried okra

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Bbq isn't smoked in house anymore. Not to mention it's full of ketchup based bbq sauce already mixed in. I won't be back here again

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I adore this place! I visit the drive-thru quite often. The food is amazing, the prices are more than fair and the service is outstanding.

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Excellent place. One of our faves for BBQ. Friendly staff and the food is always wonderful.

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We ordered a BBQ plate which had pull pork sandwich with red slaw, house salad with homemade ranch dressing, fries and hush puppies for $11.

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The Smoke Pit

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We stopped by with a group of 6 while traveling through Salisbury. Our neighbor recommended it so…read morewe wanted to try it out. I'm so glad that we listened to him! My parents were with us and got pulled pork & pulled chicken. I stole a hush puppy from my mom and it was delicious! Their sides were spectacular--broccoli salad, corn, and macaroni. My husband got a brisket sandwich with macaroni. His brisket was fantastic! You could see the smoke ring and it tasted smoky, it was tender, flavorful. My daughter got chicken tenders with macaroni--typical for her but she definitely enjoyed it. I got a pulled pork sandwich with white slaw, fried okra, and sweet potatoes. My dad took a few and said they were so perfectly cooked that it was like throwing down some popcorn. The sweet potatoes made me think of Thanksgiving! If you're near Salisbury, you will definitely need to stop by.

I kept hearing about the smoke pit so I made a special trip out to experience it, and it did not…read moredisappoint. The interior has such southern charm and is very clean and bright. The server was attentive and so so nice, she made me feel right at home and gave great suggestions about sides and meats. The bbq was amazing! I tried the pulled pork and the sausage and I tried several of their bbq sauces available on the table. There wasnt a single one I didnt like. I went on a wednesday and you get an extra free side so I took advantage and got slaw, Mac n cheese, and the fried okra. It came with pickles and pickled onions and your choice of hushpuppies or cornbread. To be honest the only underwhelming thing were the hushpuppies. They were basically cookout hushpuppies, not homemade or original, however the okra blew me away it was so freaking delicious! I don't know how often I will take a special trip out there but if I want bbq I know where to go.

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College Barbecue has great food, low prices, and unbeatable southern charm!…read more Throughout my childhood my dad has taken me to College Barbecue many times, as nothing says Salisbury more than this place. It has a retro theme, which also makes you feel a bit cozy and makes you feel like you belong. If you are a regular, you will see people you know and will build connections with the waiters. It is truly a small family at College Barbecue. Their hotdogs are great, and haven't changed the recipe one bit. They are footlong hot dogs (just so you know), and typically come with crinkle cut fries. Their fries are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, and always are great quality (not hard). They come lightly seasoned with salt, but there is seasoned salt in the restaurant for you to get up and grab. You know you're in Salisbury when they have a dedicated pitcher for Cheerwine, just like tea and water. If you are coming with the church crowd or are stopping in for Saturday lunch, expect a wait. Even though they have a small parking lot, parking it generally not an issue. They also have a drive-thru if you prefer that instead.

TLDR: A true Carolina classic with great barbecue, retro diner vibes, friendly service, and prices…read morethat seem frozen in time. College Bar-B-Que in Salisbury, NC is one of those rare places that truly captures the heart and history of Carolina-style barbecue. This spot has been around for what feels like forever, and it's been dear to me since my college days at nearby Catawba College. Back then, my friends and I would come here often for lunch or bring our parents for a comforting Southern meal. It's a place that has something for everyone, and thankfully, it has stayed remarkably true to its roots. The look and feel of College Bar-B-Que haven't changed much in over 20 years, which adds to its charm. The black and white diner-style tile floors, retro booth seating, and cozy dining room make you feel like you've stepped back in time. Even the small quirks, like having to go outside and around the right side of the building to reach the bathrooms, remain the same. I also love that you still get your bill from your server but pay at the register up front--just like the old days. On my recent visit, I ordered the large chopped BBQ tray, which was just $10. I'm convinced that's the same price it was 15 years ago. I also got the chuckwagon sandwich with fries, which is basically a chicken-fried burger. Both were exactly as I remembered them, fantastic. The barbecue was tender and flavorful, the slaw was perfectly tangy, and the hushpuppies, still golf ball-sized, were crisp on the outside and slightly sweet inside. Even at 4 p.m. on a rainy Monday, the place had a steady stream of customers, which says a lot about its reputation and loyal following. Service was as warm and welcoming as ever, filled with that genuine Southern hospitality that makes you feel right at home. College Bar-B-Que isn't just a restaurant; it's a living piece of local history that continues to serve up comfort and nostalgia in every bite. If you ever find yourself passing through Salisbury, do yourself a favor and stop by for a delicious, affordable meal that embodies the best of Carolina barbecue tradition. Five stars from me.

The Hotdog Shack - Hot dog all the way. Slaw on the side.

The Hotdog Shack

(49 reviews)

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The people who work here are so nice. They're prompt! In and out! Unfortunately the hot dogs were…read morevery underwhelming. The chilli sauce had zero flavor. I got two dogs didn't even finish the second one. One of the worst hot dogs I've had. I think they thrive because of longevity. Maybe I should try the burger.

lunch was almost six hours ago so I'm kinda hungry and nothing fixes kinda like hotdogs. and they's…read morejust ten minutes away so why not? a short while later I'm pulling up on a little shack that's advertising hotdogs and figure this must be the place! several tables outside under a roof and when I get inside I find a counter and two small tables. menu is on the wall and laminated sheets list the specials up to and including a 12-dog family pack... cool!! got two dogs, fries, drink, and a dessert for less than $10 so that'll work. mustard, oñion, no relish plus jalapeños did alright by me; dogs are a bit limp but they're also bright red so maybe that's just how they are..? fries are hot and potatoey but not too potatoey and pair well with ketchup so I'm good here too. little packaged oatmeal cream cookie for afters and an orange Nehi to wash it all down. not quite a dinner for the ages but it'll do for tonight. couple young ladies behind the counter doing prep work and taking orders and being generally pleasant and helpful. cook is friendly and got me a punch card so what's not to like? rounding up because I've no reason not to ;-)

Hendrix BBQ - bbq - Updated May 2026

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