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The Pit Authentic Barbecue

BBQ Joint and Gastropub$$$$

Raleigh

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Ranked #1 for BBQ joints in Raleigh
"Carolina combo is a must for lunch, fried chicken and chopped bbq"(11 Tips)
"The BBQ Chicken and the Carolina Ribs fall are off the bone good!"(9 Tips)
"Love brisket, pulled pork, banana pudding, sweet tea."(12 Tips)
"Ribs yes, brisket yes, chicken yes... can't go wrong here!"(28 Tips)

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Shecorie ConleyMarch 26, 2016
Everything was AMAZING! Nobody can touch my grandmother's mac and cheese, but The Pit is the first place I can say put up a challenge! The BBQ Chicken and the Carolina Ribs fall are off the bone good!
Cassandra ReneeMay 26, 2015
Had the BBQ with Mac n' Cheese & Collards. The waitress threw in Slaw on the house! Everything was phenomenal! The best part? The hush puppies. OMG, the hush puppies. A definite must-try in Raleigh!
StaciMay 9, 2014
If your whole group agrees, do the family style(19.99 per person & you get 2 starters, 2 entrees, 2 sides, 1 dessert) make 1 starter the BBQ fries, an entree BBQ turkey and banana pudding!!!
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Shecorie ConleyMarch 26, 2016
Everything was AMAZING! Nobody can touch my grandmother's mac and cheese, but The Pit is the first place I can say put up a challenge! The BBQ Chicken and the Carolina Ribs are fall off the bone good!
Summer ReavisOctober 13, 2015
Love this place!! We met and talked to the head sous chef and he let us try a new recipe he is trying. They always have fun things on the menu. The carrot cake is to die for!!
Kim McDonald-EliasAugust 22, 2018
They have the best bbq tofu and sweet potatoes fries. The tofu taste so you good my family always order a extra dozen to bring home. They have the best hush puppies ever.
Jessi BigingJanuary 17, 2017
They ran out of an appetizer, so we were offered free dessert- carrot cake was great & bourbon ice cream. Would definitely go back when in Raleigh again. Good bbq-- chopped bbq and brisket are good
Tom IgoeJune 10, 2016
Really good NC-style barbecue in a vinegar-based sauce. Loved the hush puppies too.
Kate EovinoSeptember 21, 2017
Turkey is AMAZING and hush puppies & biscuits are served at every table. Pimento cheese balls app. Definitely a fave place!
Max WennekerMay 29, 2016
Fried okra and Brussels sprouts were awesome sides. Cornbread is a great appetizer. Don't over-order because you get hush puppies and biscuits. I'd avoid baby back ribs.
Zack DavenportNovember 25, 2014
Come here to eat like a true North Carolinian. Be sure to ask for vinegar and hot sauce on the table.
Kathleen BassSeptember 28, 2016
Baby Back Ribs melt in your mouth. The seasonal Cornbread (Pumpkin) starter delicious, the BBQ Baked Beans, everything I've had has been on point.
Melanie W.May 29, 2016
I was skeptical this would live up to the hype, but it totally does. Pulled pork and Mac and cheese for the win.
Shahrooz ShahandehApril 19, 2016
The port ribs were the best IMO. The hush puppies were also AMAZING. I wasn't a big fan of the fried green tomatoes.
Katherine M.October 20, 2015
"Ed Mitchell, the legendary master of the eastern North Carolina art form of whole hog cooking... Dig into pilgrimage-worthy chopped or pulled pork... with two sides and hush puppies." --NYT Read more
DeannaJuly 7, 2014
Absolutely amazing BBQ, mac n cheese, Brunswick stew, hush puppies, sweet potatoes fries, rolls...you won't find anything that you don't like here. LOVE it.
B.B. QueApril 10, 2014
Nice place with younger crowd. The carolina ribs were tasty... sweet with a hint of citrus... but missing any smokey character. Still good. Waitress was kind and compd me some banana pudding.
Shane KirkOctober 31, 2015
Had the pulled pork and beef brisket. Both were tasty. Also gotnot try one of the ribs - tender and delicious.
Home Sweet BeerMay 13, 2013
This place is designed for those who loves NC craft beers and the brisket. Come starving, because the amount of food is immense and come thirsty, because the quality of the beer is really high!
Anh NguyenSeptember 8, 2013
Make reservations! Or try to grab a seat in the bar area, which is first-come, first-served. The full menu is available in the bar area too. Try the fried green tomatoes!
David CJune 19, 2013
Great food. Love brisket, pulled pork, banana pudding, sweet tea. Watch out for the flies though. I always feel like the Lord of the Flies!
Danielle FreemanAugust 13, 2015
Everything was delicious! The Double Combo is such a good deal! Fried chicken, pulled pork, hand cut fries, and Mac and cheese.
Todd WilliamsSeptember 2, 2014
Those ribs combined with all those craft beer on tap choices. The fried Okra. And THE BEST (sorry mama) banana pudding EVAH! Phenomenal restaurant.
The News & ObserverJuly 20, 2012
Want some veggies with your BBQ? Try the cucumber and tomato salad, pickled okra, succotash, or summer squash with zucchini, vidalia onions and green peppers. Read more
Steven DoyleJune 23, 2019
This really is authentic bbq - the turkey is great - though obviously brisket is mandatory
Katrina HerbertAugust 5, 2014
Delicious barbecue but be sure to make a reservation! Long waiting times, and there isnt a good waiting area in the restaurant so be prepared to be outside for a bit
Jason AdamsOctober 15, 2013
Show up early (1130) or later (315) for lunch to avoid the crowds. For the price, food is great. Get a booth near the kitchen to enjoy the great grill smells (smoker).
J DAugust 29, 2013
I'm not a big NC bbq fan but I must admit this place is a B. I prefer the western over the eastern style bbq but to each his own. Collards & mnc were A-. Very busy for a Wed but that's a good thing.
Gabriella CatoochJuly 8, 2016
Kevin is the best waiter! So charismatic, helpful, and kind! The Carolina ribs and chopped pork are delicious, and the candied yams are a MUST !
Randy SistoJanuary 6, 2015
Carolina spare ribs, heirloom cabbage callards, fried green tomatoes. Great beer list. Fantastic BBQ - a national treasure!!!
Lizz GrayJuly 21, 2012
The pulled pork platter is not to be missed and the fried okra is soo tasty! And to drink? Blackberry Smash, for sure!
Spencer SorrellMarch 20, 2017
The fine folks very capably hosted our party of 10. The food was so gush durn delicious I dream about it to this day.
Jon LeeAugust 16, 2012
Ed Mitchell (BBQ pitmaster) is no longer with the company but the food is still delicious. Tried the Carolina spare ribs with the Mac and cheese as recommended by the server and was not disappointed.
Jeff ADecember 31, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Great joint! Make sure to leave room for the killer banana pudding with the high top meringue..it will not disappoint.
Kelly KennardJuly 1, 2014
This was our second visit. Great service, amazing food, many choices of down home cooking. You won't regret eating here!
Lindsay BenedekDecember 14, 2013
Fried green tomatoes were delish! I enjoyed the hush puppies and the chop plate. Cold slaw was also tasty! Id go back!
Charles StricklandNovember 23, 2014
Been here 5+ times
The barbecue fries are awesome! They come as an appetizer but are enough to be a main dish.
Travis FrenchakNovember 7, 2014
Bacon cheese burger was delicious. Made with ground brisket. Pumpkin cornbread with maple butler was a great starter.
The News & ObserverJuly 24, 2012
The Muscat Canelli wine pairs well with chopped whole hog, mac n cheese, coleslaw and collard greens. Read more
Justyce RogersNovember 20, 2021
The chopped turkey and mashed potatoes are tasty! Glad to visit a place that isnt all pork and chicken!
Kathy ByrdJuly 13, 2017
This really was great food,great BBQ sauce and the biscuits are the best..
jimmy twobagsFebruary 5, 2011
if you lik great beer place to be if you lik great service dream on work w some kinda team bullship you ll c 3 diff servers in 5 min of sittin down!!! dont kno bout u but i could csre less who my 1
Colby MoorbergSeptember 26, 2014
This is the best barbecue place in town to introduce visitors to North Carolina barbecue! Get the sweet potato fries!
Juan SeguíDecember 3, 2016
Best BBQ I ever tasted in North Carolina. Good chicken too!
Sara EdmondDecember 18, 2012
Best BBQ in the triangle area. Get the pulled pork for a meal with sweet potato fries; get pimento cheese balls as an app!
Brian VellmureDecember 10, 2014
Good stuff. Has the chopped BBQ, Carolina ribs, fried ocra, and collared greens. All fantastic.
Paul NovareseOctober 25, 2018
The Carolina ribs are absolutely excellent, meat falls right off. You can eat them with a fork.
Daniel AlvaradoMarch 16, 2019
Carolina Classic Combo it's enough for almost everyone!
L Troy AdamsMay 13, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Maaaan! Those Soul Rolls...That is some serious goodness going on there...So many flavors coming together...Man those things are tasty.
Tiphereth GloriaMay 3, 2011
It's a genuine Southern BBQ - with variations in sauce and delicious pulled pork, ribs, great local beers. Big atmospheric old warehouse space with great service

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