Missouri is well-known for its fantastic barbecue. Whether you’re a fan of pulled pork sandwiches or slow-cooked fall-off-the-bone ribs, you’re in good company. But you don’t have to travel to Kansas City to get the good stuff — there are plenty of places to get great ribs in Ellisville and the surrounding area. Here are the top barbecue places to get ribs in the Ellisville area.
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Woodsmoke BBQ
Woodsmoke BBQ has grown into a local favorite since it opened its doors in 2012. Their barbecue ribs are made with home-made seasonings and rubs and they use classic slow-smoking techniques to perfect their creations. To make things even better, order a slice of one of their windowsill pies to complete the “just like momma used to make” experience. Though they’re somewhat new to the game, Woodsmoke tastes like they’ve been at it for decades.
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Peppers Deli & BBQ
If you love a good American barbecue diner, then Peppers Deli & BBQ is your spot. They serve up slabs of ribs that are sure to please any barbecue aficionado. Their large menu full of barbecue, sandwiches, wraps, and salads make this place one of the best to satisfy a whole family of different tastes.
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Barney’s BBQ
A real barbecue joint has decades of experience, and Barney’s has plenty. Sit outside and enjoy a plate of their barbecue ribs slow-cooked to perfection on their open-pit-style set-up. They’ve spent the last half-century getting ribs right. Their ribs, along with their chicken, are their specialty, and you can taste it with every bite. Barbecuing was originally a community celebration and Barney’s hold true to that with their picnic tables, where you can sit with family and friends and enjoy great barbecue ribs.
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P.M. BBQ
P.M. BBQ is another local favorite that warrants a visit. Get a full slab or half-slab of their baby back ribs or crispy ribs along with one of their great classic sides, such as coleslaw, sweet potato fries, and sweetcorn spoonbread. This restaurant brings the classic barbecue joint into the modern era with its take on tried-and-true slow-cooking. P.M. BBQ does barbecue in a refreshing, no-nonsense way that lets you enjoy the perfect smokehouse dinner.
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Charlotte’s Rib BBQ
Two miles away, in Ballwin, you’ll find Charlotte’s Rib BBQ. If you’re looking for another famous rib restaurant, this is it. You’ll find some of the best prices on rib dinner plates here, as well as many other barbecue dishes. Get a half-slab of hickory-smoked ribs, or grab one of their barbecue plates to mix things up a bit. Each comes with two of their classic sides to make for a dinner that will keep you happy for a long time.
Grab a fistful of extra napkins and dig in the delicious ribs you’ll find at these barbecue joints. Let us know which are your favorites and if you have another that’s not on this list. We’re always looking for an opportunity to try new recipes for ribs.
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