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Mac's Speed Shop
BBQ Joint and Bar$$$$
Dilworth, Charlotte
The Southern food at Mac's Speed Shop is a can't miss
"Best chili nachos and brisket...can't go wrong!"(26 Tips)
"Got the Pulled Pork Plate with salad and macaroni...delicious!"(19 Tips)
"Mix the Red BBQ & Carolina BBQ Sauces!"(4 Tips)
"Get double mac and cheese as your sides... You'll thank me later!"(21 Tips)
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Great BBQ spot if you don't mind sitting at a high top - so glad they started selling their sauce at the grocery store. Sample plate is enough to share!
Whenever we have guests in town we always take them here. The BBQ is, if not the best in town, pretty close. However what really makes mac's standout is the fantastic atmosphere.
Topher SterlingSeptember 20, 2012I'm far from a wing fan, but their grilled wings are some of the best I've ever had! Enjoyed the open-faced brisket sandwich over Texas toast with Brunswick stew on the side. Must come again!
Kari HessJuly 11, 20183 other locations in the Charlotte area (19601 Liverpool Pkwy, 142 E John Street, & 2414 Sandy Porter Road); great outdoor space at South End with a live music venue adjacent
E.J. MJune 1, 2012Excellent veggie burger. The patty contains whole black beans and black eyed peas and some diced onions and green peppers held together by some type of egg and flour batter that is then fried. Tasty.
Keith MyersJune 11, 2015Everything was great. I got the "A Little Bit" platter and there was enough to feed 2. I was stuffed.
- BillDecember 30, 2016The pulled pork was great, better than the brisket. And the Mac was the best, side cars were delish too
Love the food here, get the combo platter you get so much food you will have to take it home. And of course is a good price- IanJanuary 30, 2023Pulled pork was delicious. Mac and cheese very very very good as well as the fried okra. Great spot
Aaron HoneycuttJune 11, 2015The brisket is amazing and so tinder. They give you so much food for your money!
- Todd WoernerJuly 26, 2016Shrimp taco and pulled pork taco are excellent as well as the mac n cheese! Great selection of beer!
Pulled pork BBQ is great. The catfish platter is great. You have to order the Mac and Cheese.
Viktha B.🎀July 29, 2012Pulled pork with Mac and cheese was delicious! Also with a side of sweet tea, a southern staple meal if you ask me! Yum yum :D
- Kari HessMarch 28, 2019Mac's makes different styles of bbq and it is all delicious! Order a combo platter to try it all.
Love this place! Great BBQ, tons of southern veggies, and large outdoor seating area.
ChristopherJanuary 7, 2015Awesome barbecue joint...had the smoked brisket and phenomenal wouldn't even come close.
Murali KrishnanJuly 1, 2011If you are new - definitely get the small or large sampler. The pulled pork and brisket is a must!! The sides are great but the meats steal the show.
Bram BessoffJuly 9, 2014Try the beef rib! Best rub south of Dinosaur BBQ, ultimate beer selection and hottest waitresses- I love the smoked wings with burnout sauce. Definitely has a kick.
Super crowded when it rains or is cold outside. Come early or late. Always always always order the mystery bottles or drafts.
Joseph GoadJune 28, 2013Excellent Beer, Fantastic food, awesome staff! A definate must if IN CHARLOTTE
Debe MaxwellNovember 14, 2013Best BBQ sandwich in town! Mac's Speed Shop rocks delicious food at a great price!
NicolasAugust 7, 2010Can't go wrong with the potato salad mac n cheese as a side. Chili nachos are good as well, and don't forget to try 1 of their seasonal beers!
Denise PicklesAugust 30, 2014Great chicken nachos and tons of TVs to watch football. #gohereforsportsatmosphere
Anna NyesteJune 13, 2012Best fried pickles in Charlotte! Bring your dog and enjoy the best BBQ in Charlotte as well.
RachelAugust 7, 2012Hush puppies aren't on the menu but are available by request. They're a little different from other hush puppies & are served with butter.
Sean BurkeDecember 21, 2014Go early to avoid a wait. Pass on the mac and cheese and get the potato salad instead!
If they have an Allagash seasonal on tap, do yourself a favor and have a round. Food is great, especially the brisket.- Love the Smoked Wings with Burnout sauce. Actually is hot.
ToryBurchApril 15, 2011Locals swear by Mac's Big Pig (pulled pork BBQ sandwich), Texas beef brisket and Southern sides such as fried pickles and cheddar grits.
Justin BreedingJanuary 22, 2011The food is amazing! If u want to see something that will blow youir mind order a fat boy and have a lot of friends to help u eat it lmao
Stephen "Dash" BrownAugust 22, 2015Tried all the meats. Go for rins, pulled pork, and chicken. Everything else was dry.
only place in charlotte i've found that serves Beef Ribs, and good beef ribs too.
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- Mon–Tue, Sun
- 11:00 AM–Midnight
- Wed–Sat
- 11:00 AM–2:00 AM
(704) 522-6227
View menu on http://www.macspeedshop.com/menu/full-macs-menu
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- 9.0
"Fantastic brisket. Macaroni and cheese is excellent."
Julian H - 8.2
"Great food that isn't afraid to take risks on flavor and presentation. The chicken wings are pork belly alone are reason enough to go."
Joel Bonasera - 7.3
"Top notch BBQ with some very good sides. I went for a combo which gave me a nice sample of ribs, chicken, & pulled pork."
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"Great trivia on Thursdays, and a great selection of draft beers and bourbons."
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"Friendly staff. Wood fire and heaters outside when it's cold. Pub grub, nothing fancy but also Irish standards. (Bangers & Mash, etc) and great music choice on our visit."
Stephanie Davis - 9.0
"Great beer, and pretzels are yummy with kolschner. (sp)"
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