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    Kepley's Bar-B-Q

    3.9 (71 reviews)
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    Updated over 3 months ago

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    KEPLEY'S BAR-B-Q ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Quiet
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Danny C.

    I tried Kepley's for the first time today and I must say it will be on the list on monthly establishments I visit. I enjoyed the barbecue tray which included chopped barbecue, slaw, fries, hush puppies, and pickles. Kepley's uses a eastern North Caroline vinegar based sauce which is provided on the table. The vinegar sauce was very good and enhanced the flavor of the barbecue. My son and I both enjoyed the dill pickles that were served on top of the coleslaw. The hush puppies were on point. They were straight out of the fryer and tasted good. If you enjoy NC barbecue you don't want to pass up this quaint restaurant in High Point.

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    Stephanie V.

    It's Brunswick Stew season at Kepley's!! Am I giving you a hankering for some stew on a gray afternoon? It was delicious and filling. I had mine with Cheerwine and lots of crackers. Sweater weather alert! I was told about this stew by a local who has enjoyed Kepley's since childhood. It's an honor to partake in the tradition.

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    Kimberly B.

    So, this was an unexpected twist to the night. We we're planning on going to Sweet Old Bill's we did, but that didn't work out. (See my review there). This place has nostalgia. Been here since 1948. Our waitress was a sweetheart, and our food was delivered expediently. The BBQ was tasty, and the hush puppies reminded me of a younger time in my life. This was a pure joy. I highly recommend it. Reason I'm only giving 4 stars is lack of menu choices.

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    Anna S.

    Simple and delicious. A good barbecue stop small portions good price. Not much more you could ask for.

    Stepheny S.

    Quick day trip to NC, first time driving through so naturally we had to get classic North Carolina BBQ. Came to yelp for help as usual, and came across Kepley's. This is the cutest old timey restaurant, small, quaint & that hometown feel. We were welcomed at the door, seated and drinks ordered in a matter of moments. I orders a small tray, which came with chopped porked & red slaw and the best freaking hush puppies I have ever eaten in my entire life. My husband got a plate which was chopped pork, red slaw, fries and hush puppies. The kicker, the prices were unbelievable, literally we both had our meals and drinks with tip we were having lunch for under $25.00. Support local, these are the best places to try,

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    Lance R.

    Great old school vinegar based bbq with red slaw and amazing hush puppies. All of this in a terrific atmosphere with gracious staff.

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    Everything is good! The cherry cobbler is awesome and Tammy is very sweet. We try to go as much as we can

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    Best BBQ restaurant around. Good southern food and hospitality! Always will be a returning customer.

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