This is a GREAT BBQ establishment. Well done decor and amply space inside. The service was top notch. Our server was in top of everything and never had to ask or wait for anything. The house made sausage is one of the best over ever had. Coleslaw was good and nothing to complain about. It was average as you would expect. The Inca were on point! Kind of pricy for a half lb. of wings (5). The smoked turkey was the BEST I've ever had!!!! It was !!!!! A definite must return for me!!! read more

Noble Smoke - Jalapeño and Cheddar house made sausage. - Barbeque Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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Stopped by here for lunch before heading to the airport. Nic large bbq joint with tons of seating. Friendly helpful staff. We ordered 1/4lb of the turkey, brisket and pork plus a couple of sides. Was just the right amount of food for us. Meat was tasty. I'm not a huge fan of the NC bbq sauce but it was alright. Sides were delicious. I couldn't get enough of the onion rings. read more

Noble Smoke - Turkey, brisket, pork and sides - Barbeque Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

This was more of a sit down type BBQ restaurant. I am used to ordering food, meat by the pound, with sides however we were sat and then we ordered from the menu. The ambiance is very beautiful, it's a very big space, lots of seating for big or small parties. There is plenty of outdoor seating as well when the weather permits. There's a bar as well if you wanted cocktails. The service was great as well. Our server was very knowledgeable and friendly. The whole team of servers worked together to ensure you received your food as it became available. We ordered a little of everything as this was our first time here. The sides are served family style so depending on your party size will determine how much you need. There were just two of us, however we still wanted to try everything as there were sides not served at most BBQ spots. We ordered succotash, beets, collards greens, potato salad and Mac and cheese. We had some brisket, ribs and pulled pork for our meat selection. The ribs were very good. They had a nice bark on them, you can taste the smokiness and they were very tender. The pulled pork and brisket were good. Adding a sauce enhanced the both of them. I throughly enjoyed the succotash and beets because it was different but also because they tasted amazing. It was nice to have something outside of the box of normal Bbq sides. My favorite of the other sides was definitely the collard greens. The potato salad was okay, and the Mac and cheese presented a different flavor. You can tell there is a variety of cheeses incorporated. It was terrible just different. We enjoyed trying the sauces as well with the brisket and pork. Overall it was a nice experience. read more

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The sides were better than the protein. Smoked turkey was boring, the brisket needed more time in the smoker to develop a better ring and a little bark. A good place to hang out and drink, but not a place where I would want to return for bbq. read more

Well, the building inside is nicely done and the waitstaff are kind and helpful. The food was really just so-so. I didn't really taste any jalapeños in the jalapeño cheddar sausage, and the cornbread left much to be desired. The taste experience was just 'meh'. Probably wouldn't return on my own. read more

We went to Noble Smoke and had some incredible Carolina style bbq! We sat at the bar and the place was packed at lunch time! We heard a lot of great things about Noble Smoke so we grabbed a litte of everything. The brisket was so juicy, the chicken was delicious, the pulled pork was a little on the dry side but still tasty, and the mac n cheese was homestyle but not too cheesy. Only thing I would change is the sauce is a little on the watery side for our liking but the meat was high quality and delicious read more

Noble Smoke - Pineapple cider - Barbeque Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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If you are looking for some souther barbecue in Charlotte look no further this is the place to be ! Noble smoke on freedom drive has plenty of seating indoor and outside ! With an outdoor bar area too ! We ordered a few different food options to try a little of everything ! First I ordered the primrose hill cocktail which contained gin, Prosecco, lavender, lemon and st Germain . And it was amazing the perfect blend of all flavours no to strong not to lavendery and not to lemony which is very important and difficult to do so huge shout out to the bartender !! Their service was great ! everyone was so nice and friendly , service with a smile ! Next we ordered 1/4 of the smoked chicken , pulled pork , brisket , homemade sausage , with a side of Mac and cheese and Brussels sprouts ! I must say the Mac and cheese and Brussels sprouts were the perfect sides to go with the food ! Both were amazing and highly recommend !! And the Brussels sprouts were roasted and served with a chipotle type aioli which was amazing ! The brisket and the homemade sausage was my top favourites ! The brisket was sooo tender ( easily sliced with a fork ) absolutely amazing and didn't need any extra sauce. Same with the sausage and chicken both cooked perfectly ! The pulled pork was a little too dry for me .. but paired well with the sauces. The barbecue sauces are vinegar based ( makes them thinner . I do personally prefer a thicker base ... but regardless good flavours) Overall highly recommend ! Good drinks ! Good food ! Good service and good atmosphere! Overall 4.5 /5 Will definitely be back read more

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If you are in Charlotte and love or for some reason haven't tried Carolina-style pork or Texas-style brisket, you are in for a treat! The biggest issue you will have is trying to figure out what to order because it is all delicious! Noble Smoke was a perfect spot for a surprise party. Their spacious event space is down a side hallway that conveniently hides your 50+ guests until you walk through the door. This open and airy restaurant is in an old building that was once a garage for tractor-trailers used by A&P supermarkets. While we were waiting on the food to be served, we tried their delicious pimento cheese served with toasted rye. The bread was crunchy but had a bit of a stale after taste. Thankfully, the bread was just a vessel for more pimento cheese. We also their had housemade sausage that had a tiny bit of heat (maybe jalapeños?) and deviled eggs. All tasty finger foods to keep us occupied while we were waiting on the rest of dinner to arrive. When the food arrived, everything was served in white dutch ovens which looked very nice. We were fortunate that this party was our introduction to their menu because we had a chance to try just about every smoked meat on the menu from the super tender Creekstone Prime beef brisket, Cheshire pork ribs where the meat just falls right off the bone, chopped Cheshire pork, and pulled BBQ chicken. Every meat was flavorful and tender. The brisket was definitely my favorite. They had 3 BBQ sauces: Lex Sauce (vinegar based), Smoke Sauce (sweet and tangy), and Sauce 19 (ground mustard, citrus, sweet heat). I liked them all but Sauce 19 is at the top of my list. Of all the sides, I went back for seconds on the Miss Mary's tangy, sweet, and tender collards and their baked macaroni and cheese. Good news if you are not sure if you like the Eastern style, creamy mayo based white slaw or the Western style tangy, vinegar based red slaw? They have both and both were very good! We also tried the Margaux's succotash which had a nice flavor and the Anson Mills hushpuppies. I think I would have liked the pups better if I had dipped them in their sauces but honestly, with having the option to try all of these delicious dishes at once, I would not have enough room to eat more than one! The next time we are in the area, we definitely plan to try their pickled shrimp and fried orka! Overall, Nobles was an awesome choice to host a big party. Everyone loved the food and the venue. read more

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No! This is not thanksgiving although we ate like it was! We couldn't decide what to get so we ordered it all! There are so many great things to say about this place but the main thing is we love that it's consistent! We love that we can bring people here who come to visit and it's a great experience just like our last one! The food did not disappoint and my favorite is-- all of it! Each protein really has its own unique flavors and I can't say that I'd prefer the tender brisket over the smoked turkey! The sides were amazing and I don't know what y'all do to them field peas but keep doing it! If you're looking for BBQ that feels and tastes like home look no further! The customer service is always exceptional as well! read more

Noble Smoke - Brisket, smoked chicken wings, collard greens, smoked turkey, field peas, macaroni and cheese, pickled beets, fried okra. - Barbeque Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

Business lunch but only a group of 4 so easy in and out. I opted for the chopped bbq which was flavorful and had a nice mix of fat and meat. Tried the house sauce and it was also a nice flavor even though it was thin like a vinegar based sauce. Also the broccoli salad was delicious as was the corn. But the top thing was the sweet tea. Wow. So awesome. Definitely been traveling outside the south for too long. read more

Noble Smokehouse absolutely delivered and is hands down some of the best BBQ we have had. From the moment we sat down our server made the experience even better. They were personable, attentive, and clearly knew the menu well. The atmosphere is perfect for a casual night out with TVs everywhere for football, plenty of space so you are not packed in, and a great outdoor area if you want to enjoy the fresh air. We ordered a spread to share family style with mac and cheese, fries, brisket, wings, and a burger. Everything comes a la carte which makes it easy to mix and match. Every single dish hit the mark. The brisket was melt in your mouth, the wings had great flavor, the burger was juicy, and the mac and cheese was pure comfort food done right. If you are looking for top notch BBQ in a fun and relaxed setting Noble Smokehouse should be on your list. We will definitely be back. read more

Noble Smoke - Barbeque Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

This was an excellent BBQ spot with a great selection of local beers on tap. Our waiter was fast and attentive. The food was absolutely delicious. I ordered the chopped Cheshire pork sandwich. Easily some of the best BBQ I've had in a while. The baked mac and cheese was especially creamy, rich, and full of flavor. To top it off, I had the Heath banana pudding for dessert. It was the perfect sweet finish to an already great meal. Overall, this place is hands down one of the best BBQ spots I've been to. I would definitely come back and highly recommend it. read more

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Delicious BBQ spot with good local beers on tap and fast service. Went here with coworkers and we tried all the meats. Really enjoyed the brisket, sausage and turkey -- all three were exceptional! Onion rings were exceptional too. Also notable was how fast the food arrived. Restaurant is beautiful and lots of space. I would go back here and take friends. read more

Noble Smoke - Menu - Barbeque Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

Great fusion of NC pork and TX brisket with three kinds of sauces to suit your tastes. I came at the end of the lunch rush and service was fast, which was good because I was starving. Plenty of seating inside and outside. Nice big, modern, upscale BBQ joint! read more

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The food tastes like bigotry which isn't surprising if you're familiar with the owner's moral alignment. Wish I knew that before I tried it, but definitely won't be back, and will spread the bad word wherever I can. read more

Beef Rib (5/5): On special. Very juicy and beefy but a little too fatty and a little too salty. Pan-fried Corn (4/5): Tasted like canned sweet corn doused in butter which is exactly what I was hoping for. Pimento Cheese (4/5): The toast was fantastic. The pimento cheese was just ok. Not creamy enough or tangy enough. Brussel Sprouts (3/5): Not much seasoning on the brussels and the sauce wasn't anything special. Fried Okra (3/5): Nicely fried with not too much batter. I'm just not a huge fan of okra. RATING SYSTEM 5 - Great (Need to get this again) 4 - Good (Would get this again) 3 - Ok (Might give this another shot) 2 - Not Good (Won't get this again) 1 - Bad (Telling people to avoid this) read more

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Ample parking. Tons of seating inside. Location in Freemore West is great for an uptown / Southend lunch break or date night. Our server was okay, not great but okay. Food was good. read more

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These were hands down the best fried okra I've ever had. They were not overly breaded and had great flavor. The brisket was tender and very juicy. The crust was decent but I normally like a bit more salt peppery tasting crust. The spare ribs were good as well. Decent flavor and not too tender which is what I love. The fried corn and slaw were also good. I'd definitely come back to this place. The service was friendly and very helpful. The atmosphere was interesting. The space has high ceilings and a nice bar. I saw an outside seating. read more

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I wanted to love this place. Reading reviews got us pretty excited about it since we are visiting Charlotte. Ended up with really dry smoked turkey breast and really dry and bland chopped chicken. Sides.... Not great. Pan fried green beans? More like canned fried. Just bad. Flavorless and really outrageous to charge so much for such a disappointing side. No flavor in the white slaw either. Seems like not enough seasoning? The hush puppies are crumbly and dry ... and not in a good way. Asked for peach and tomato salad special and got something with orange slices (also from a can) and feta.. Just not worth $75 for 2 people. The service was fantastic and the staff seem very friendly. read more

I start all my BBQ reviews by stating I live just down the road from the Center of the BBQ Universe, Lockhart, TX. I believe this gives me insight into what good Que can taste like. I only got the brisket and spicy sausage, because I couldn't finish a 3rd meat. The sausage was tasty, but simply too tough. The outer casing was very robust (to put it mildly). the brisket started off tasty, but was just a little dry and not as tender as I am accustomed to. I noticed the bar had many pictures from the owner's travel to various BBQ sites around the area including some from Texas. I have eaten at Blacks and Smitty's, both from Lockhart, TX, and those are some of the best tasting samples I have every tried. I'll try the ribs next time or I may try Midwood, they were good last time I was in town. read more

Noble Smoke - Brisket, sausage, green beans - Barbeque Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

With so many restaurants being a hit or miss, noble smoke is always a HIT. You've got to get the sliced brisket! either the sandwich or weighed portion. I usually get the sandwich because it comes on a delicious toasted bun which makes for good dipping in their homemade sauces. Always get an appetizer because they're really well done. Our favorites are the fried broccoli, smoked trout dip, and pickles shrimp. And with the food being so tasty I seem to always find room for more. Noble smoke is just an all around great place to grab a bite. read more

Pulled pork is fine but expensive and they offer no SC style mustard sauce! I have only gotten take out so not sure about the ambience inside. Location is also far away from me out on Freedom Drive. read more

This space is huge. It is dog friendly outside tables. There is plenty of room and never have had any type of wait time. The shrimp appetizer is a no-no. It starts with lemon and ends with licorice or anise. Ate it cause well who lets shrimp go to waste but no no no. The rib special was not worth the $43. There wasn't as much meat as expected. The flavors were there, the meat wasn't. The creamed corn seemed like standard pan fried corn. The onion rings always hitting can never get enough. Loved the hush puppies and only place we get collards. Always solid offerings at Noble. read more

Noble Smoke - Rib special - Barbeque Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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Went for a work dinner. Private parking lot made it easy. Hostess greeted us immediately and sat us quickly. The atmosphere has a gastropub feel to it. Very cool. Our server was absolutely amazing. Wish I could remember her name. The 2 folks with me had never been. She took time to walk them through the menu and help with suggestions. We went straight to main courses. I got a 1/2 lb of brisket and a 1/2 lb of pork. No sides. Both were very good although I did like the pork especially. 3 "knocks" 1. No deviled eggs on the menu. That needs to be a staple. 2. No spicy bbq option. They should add. 3. No wetnaps. Surprised me. Highly recommend! read more

Noble Smoke - Where the magic happens. :-) - Barbeque Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

I've been to Noble Smoke several times and it's always a solid experience. The staff is friendly, the atmosphere is great, and it's a good spot for larger groups. One thing that still surprises me though: no baked beans on the menu. For a BBQ spot, that feels a little unusual. The proteins are good and consistent, but the sides are where things fall short for me. The mac and cheese in particular is pretty disappointing, which is tough because good sides can really elevate a BBQ meal. I'll still keep coming back because the overall vibe and service are great. That said, if we're talking about the BBQ crown in Charlotte, Midwood Smokehouse still holds that title for me. If the sides improved a bit, this place could easily move up a star for me. read more

I was looking for something in around the Charlotte area for a quick lunch:dinner after a flight and found this on Yelp. It is probably a 10 minute drive from the airport tops. The place looks to be an old industrial building that has been retrofit. The beer selection is extensive, however, is most mostly craft brews from local breweries with very few national brands. I had an English ale that I thought was very good. I sat at the par in the service was friendly. For the most part, everything is à la cart so it is a little difficult if you are alone to try multiple things. I ended up getting the ribs, which was about a half rack of ribs and a quarter pound of the special of the day which was smoked pork loin. I also got pan fried corn as a side.. Service was very prompt probably under five minutes. The pork loin had some sort of relish on it, which complemented the pork. The pork was outstanding. The ribs were very good as was the pan, fried corn, but the pork loin was the star of the show. A little on the expensive side, but definitely some ribs for lunch tomorrow. Apparently, the pork is a sundae special so if in the area on a Sunday, I think I will go and get a larger portion of the pork. read more

Noble Smoke - Barbeque Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

This place is huge, we walked in and there was this large space full with seats. They took us through an ally in the building to end up in another big hall, and next to it was another hall. There is also outdoor seating, and on the other side of the building is a gigantic kitchen, you can see it through the large windows. The food is great, as well as the service. Brisket, sausage, wings, ribs, fries, and Brussels sprouts all are great. Enjoyed our time here at Noble Smoke. read more

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This is a legit bbq restaurant in North Carolina. The food, service and ambiance were all 5 star, very hard to find any issues or complaints here. We came here for a private family lunch for a few dozen of my relatives and everyone enjoyed their lunch. Food: My cousin ordered all of the items because she's the local and knows what's best for the family. I really enjoyed the pan fried corn, brisket and pulled chicken. I've usually been disappointed with pulled chicken being dry at other BBQ restaurants, but the chicken today was delicious, slightly sweet, savory, and moist. The brisket tasted delicious, it didn't need any sauce. The corn was my favorite side item. Service: Because this was a catered private family lunch, we received outstanding service and hospitality. We had so many family members show up, they opened the second private room for us. The staff at this location made us all fell at home and taken care of. Ambiance: This is a very large restaurant with many options for seating. It was clean, well lit, high ceilings, and themed appropriately for BBQ. I loved how you can see the room of smokers and see-through window of staff prepping meats as you walk from the parking lot to the front of the restaurant. Overall, I loved my lunch experience here and can't wait to return during a future visit to my cousins in Charlotte. read more

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Did a pickup order. Food came fast, but way over priced. Got a 1/2 pound of brisket,(2 pcs). 1/2 pound of pork ( only fed one person) mac-n-cheese, which was ok. Field peas, which aren't peas. All this for just under 80.00. Not worth the money. read more

Our server was Tyler. He and his team were GREAT. We decided to come have lunch here at the last minute and they really accommodated us! We were a large group of about 20 ppl. They offered fast service with a smile. The food was presented nicely and it was very good! There was a lunch crowd but they placed us in a separate area and treated us all nicely! Hats off to them for the food service. Greatly appreciated! read more

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We were in Charlotte for the weekend and decided to try three different barbecue restaurants - Noble Smoke was easily our favorite! The vodka blackberry lemon drop drink was delicious - not too sweet, perfectly tart and refreshing. The turkey breast and Mac & cheese were just okay honestly - but the pulled pork and roasted corn were incredible! We would easily come back and get huge portions of both of those again. The trio of sauces to try are vinegary and complement the meat perfectly. read more

Noble Smoke - Tito's BlackBerry Lemon Drop, iced tea - Barbeque Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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Great place to go for a sit down meal and experience bbq with a regional connection. The ingredients quality standout and recognition to the ranchers/growers are highlighted by the restaurant. There is a respect to both Carolina and Texas bbq styles, it makes total sense after the first bite. The chopped pork, a must get, is seasoned just enough to let the natural pork flavor shine. It is so clean tasting, so meaty sweet and perfectly seasoned, an addictive bite after addictive bite until the serving dish is empty. The texture was perfect, it's soft and moist, cooked right to a point where there is a firmness and enjoyable chew. Most places that do pork, the bbq is dry and rough or a greasy mush meat. *tip, on the side, mix the Lex sauce and Sauce 19 in equal parts. Lite dip the meat in the vinegary sauce and it highlights the meat flavor in each bite. Also, don't drench the bbq in sauce, you'll miss the layers of slow cooked meat flavors. Second need to get item is the Prime Brisket, it is cooked Texas Style with a sweeter smoke. The aroma is fragrant, very spicy scented, from the thick layer of cracked black pepper corns. Texas Brisket is less peppery and a little more salty with a strong smoke character, at Noble Smoke, they lean away from over salting and let the black pepper balance out the wood smoke. Like the chopped pork, an addictive bite after an addictive bite. The way they use wood smoke is very intresting at this restaurant, it isn't brutal or gentle, like a fine ingredient it is balanced and you can noticeably appreciate the slow infusion of smokiness into the protein. This restaurant isn't a roadside bbq shack, the spot is really nice and casual enough as a last-minute-decision place to go. Service is very efficient and good. It is a great place to celebrate occasions, as well. They have a huge bar, so wine to whiskey is available. A quick note on the other items in the menu, we got a few side dishes and all were quality ingredients. I would suggest getting one of the veggies like corn, brussel sprouts, or collards. These are good compliments to the other standard side dishes like Mac n Cheese or Hush Puppies. *tip, the location on Freedom Dr is near the international airport, so a good stop to make -for the out-of-towners. read more

Noble Smoke - 2025 November, specials posted on chalkboard at hostess stand - Barbeque Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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First visit to Smoke & won't be my last! Let's start with our Ultra-professional server Adriana K who walked our first timer team through the menu, portion suggestions & full cups of tea! A lost element of quality Customer Service that seems to be a constant in Jim Nobel's eateries. I must admit to be a Q fan and a smoker of meats myself so I went in as a bit of a skeptic. Great ambience, an abundance of beverage choices and well smoke well flavored meat choices in adequate portions. We took a family style approach with each guest chose a protein and a very generous sides. Brisket & pulled pork were as good as any BBQ joint I've visited locally with the benefit of a great dining environment. I would put the Q on the same level as any house in our local area! As meat smoker, we asked our server if there was a chance we might see their smoker. Drew, House Manager, shows up at our table & asks if we'd like a tour? Hell yes! Drew walked us through their entire smokehouse from smoking wood sourcing to the local meat suppliers. He patiently answered all our questions in detailing the process. With that attention to detail it's no surprise the quality of the meats Smoke serves! And Drew, as a quality Ambassador for their brand, Nobel should enjoy their 5 star reputation for excellent food delivered by a professional wait staff will keep their loyal Customers coming back for more! read more

Here for good bbq, and I wasn't disappointed. Ordered the brisket, ribs and sausage! Ribs were super tasty and filled with meat! The sausage was too heavy for my taste but my friends enjoyed it. The brisket was ok. Pimento cheese was very milky and creamy~ definitely a different style than the New England area. The broccoli salad was amazing! Pan fried corn was normal. The hush puppies were ok, and were heavy on the cornmeal~ Over all good experience was satisfying. Our server had a great personality and went along with jokes and vibes. He offered suggestions and gave us a good idea of what to expect in portion size. Overall good time and glad we sat inside because it was air conditioned and it looked like customers outside enjoyed their meal in the heat with flies all around~ not a problem for us~ read more

Loved the Mac and cheese here. Dish was flavorful, light and cooked to perfection. My favorite was definitely the brisket which was super tender. Honestly wish I had ordered more. I'll for sure come back if I'm ever in the area again read more

Noble Smoke - Barbeque Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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Great service, nice place, good food, this visit was fried broccoli starter(awesome!) Had sliced brisket Sammy, nice pieces of brisket, great bun, also had some Mac & cheese, also great! read more

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Noble Smoke has a tremendous airy feel to it. For a Tuesday night at 7:30pm the place was hopping. The wait staff and management is exceedingly friendly. The food we got was fantastic! Cooked and prepared with attention. If you are in Charlotte, make sure this is on your list. read more

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Holiday transitions. I used to stay up all night cooking for my family for the major holidays. Now I have learned to preserve myself and buy certain dishes from the best. That being said. I buy pounds of bbq Cheshire ribs from Noble Smoke along with Sauce 29. It's the best bbq that I've tasted in Charlotte. They are outstanding and consistently meaty, tender and delicious. I've been going to Noble Smoke for three years now. The bbq ribs are always on my menu and family and friends look forward to feasting on great bbq. I make the potato salad and my daughter makes collard greens with smoked turkey and mac and cheese. read more

Very cool, gives off country barn vibes with a touch of Carolina. This spot was recommended by the attendant at Enterprise Airport location. Not many vegan dishes but they had salad and veggies so thats what I settled for. The guys plates however, looked pitiful. Everything is a la carte and the portions are slim so dont come hungry if you dont want to pay at least $45 for a small portion of brisket and pork and one side item. I took a picture of the ribs one friend got cause it was a bigger portion. He paid $54 for it which also included a tea. Im giving 5 stars because our waiter went the extra mile and allowed us to use a set of pliers to cut the locks off of my luggage, since I chose to conveniently lose the keys. read more

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BBQ HEAVEN! Came here on a Saturday evening around 8. Walked into a well-lit rustic down-home atmosphere with tons of seating. Opted for the bar so we could also watch the football games. We're greeted by a nice gentlemen bartender who gave us the best recommendations (BRISKET!). All three of us (2 celiac) had the 1/4lb brisket with Smoke Sauce, collards, and butter beans. Boy oh boy was that delicious. TIP: entrances are a tad confusing. Go in the door right off the Main Street. We chose the back which was more lit at night read more

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