Charlotte, NC next week

Stlsportster · 02-07-2018, 10:13 PM

In on Monday the 12th in the afternoon. Out on Thursday before dinner. Will be trapped in conference rooms all day but will need 3 nights of dinner. Hook me up with some local Que options.

Not the commercial stuff. What the locals eat.

ShadowDriver · 02-07-2018, 10:16 PM

I know it's a drive, but it's GOOD (and completely worth it).

Lexington Barbecue

No idea if it's even possible, but thought I'd throw it out there.

Stlsportster · 02-07-2018, 11:04 PM

Unfortunately that's 65 miles from where I'll be and I'm not the guy renting the car. I'll keep it in mind. But doubtful.

Saw some old threads recommending Midwood smoke house or. mac's speed shop.

Gore · 02-08-2018, 07:33 AM

I've been to Midwood Smokehouse. It is upscale for BBQ. It is popular for the business crowd. They have a nice menu. They have things like tacos and smoked salmon salad, as I recall. I've eaten there maybe half a dozen times, but I could not tell you what I've even had as I found the food rather forgettable. It is not a bad place to go for a business-type dinner with colleagues who like BBQ, but who don't own a pit. They have beer and wine, etc. If you want really good BBQ, go to Lexington. Totally worth it. Another option is to get some South Carolina BBQ. I don't know if there is anything in the area. You're 90 miles north of Columbia....

Stlsportster · 02-13-2018, 06:51 PM

Mac's Speed Shop meat sampler. St Louis Ribs, Pulled pork, brisket, Texas smoked sausage, fries and cheese grits!

ShadowDriver · 02-13-2018, 07:13 PM

Looks like you're finding some good 'cue on your own.

It's not barbecue, but if you're even close, Lupie's Cafe was a serious favorite hotspot for lunch when I was growing up.

If you're there on Thursday - Chicken and Dumplings (special).... Oh, and save room for the Banana Pudding!

Gore · 02-13-2018, 07:13 PM

That looks mighty yummy!

chicagokp · 02-13-2018, 07:20 PM

Also not Q, but Cabo Fish Taco is really good. And I'm intrigued with Krazy Fish, but have never been there.

Blythewood BBQ'er · 02-14-2018, 07:15 PM

PM Garrett. He live just outside of Charlotte. Wish I wasn't busy I would love to ride up and have a meal with you.

Joe Black · 02-14-2018, 07:47 PM

Midwiod and Lexington are good, but Spoons BBQ is on Hwy 21 south, just below Charlotte. It's a third generation place, specializing in Eastern NC style.

Stlsportster · 02-15-2018, 02:08 PM

New job. Should be back every 4-6 weeks. Will try to fit a few more of these in when I can! Thanks.

CBFQue · 03-04-2018, 02:29 PM

We like 521BBQ just south of Charlotte in Indian Land, SC. Just AVOID the slaw, it's hands down the worst I've ever tried.

02-07-2018, 10:13 PM	#1
Stlsportster Babbling Farker Join Date: 08-09-16 Location: Random Point In Time and Space Name/Nickname : Parental Assigned Label	Charlotte, NC next week In on Monday the 12th in the afternoon. Out on Thursday before dinner. Will be trapped in conference rooms all day but will need 3 nights of dinner. Hook me up with some local Que options. Not the commercial stuff. What the locals eat.

02-07-2018, 10:16 PM	#2
ShadowDriver somebody shut me the fark up. Join Date: 11-29-12 Location: ABQ, NM Name/Nickname : Marc	I know it's a drive, but it's GOOD (and completely worth it). Lexington Barbecue No idea if it's even possible, but thought I'd throw it out there. __________________ [B]Hardware[/B] - Weber 22.5 Kettle (Sep '16), OK Joe Longhorn (Mar '17), UUNI 3 Pizza Oven (Jan '18 ), Blue Rhino Razor Griddle (May '19), Cajun Bandit 22.5 Roti (Aug '20), Weber 26.75 Kettle (Dec '20)

02-08-2018, 07:33 AM	#4
Gore Phizzy Join Date: 10-05-08 Location: Hiding out from blood suck ghost snake gods, Nazis and scrap iron chefs trying to harvest body parts Name/Nickname : Gore (surprise!)	I've been to Midwood Smokehouse. It is upscale for BBQ. It is popular for the business crowd. They have a nice menu. They have things like tacos and smoked salmon salad, as I recall. I've eaten there maybe half a dozen times, but I could not tell you what I've even had as I found the food rather forgettable. It is not a bad place to go for a business-type dinner with colleagues who like BBQ, but who don't own a pit. They have beer and wine, etc. If you want really good BBQ, go to Lexington. Totally worth it. Another option is to get some South Carolina BBQ. I don't know if there is anything in the area. You're 90 miles north of Columbia.... __________________ Assistant to a Mad BBQ Scientist (and a squirrel): Primo Oval XL, Small Offset, Gasser, Optigrill, UBS "I love everything about the pig, even the way she walks." -- Spanish proverb (\__/) (='.'=) This is the rabbit baby. Invests him in yours signature, (")_(") and the help rabbit baby takes over control of the world! Hmmmm, I wonder, WWGALD? Avatar courtesy of Grillman and NorthwestBBQ Promoted by Bigabyte to "Idiot #1" , and dubbed "Phizzy" by Sir Ron.

02-13-2018, 07:13 PM	#6
ShadowDriver somebody shut me the fark up. Join Date: 11-29-12 Location: ABQ, NM Name/Nickname : Marc	Looks like you're finding some good 'cue on your own. It's not barbecue, but if you're even close, Lupie's Cafe was a serious favorite hotspot for lunch when I was growing up. If you're there on Thursday - Chicken and Dumplings (special).... Oh, and save room for the Banana Pudding! __________________ [B]Hardware[/B] - Weber 22.5 Kettle (Sep '16), OK Joe Longhorn (Mar '17), UUNI 3 Pizza Oven (Jan '18 ), Blue Rhino Razor Griddle (May '19), Cajun Bandit 22.5 Roti (Aug '20), Weber 26.75 Kettle (Dec '20)

02-13-2018, 07:13 PM	#7
Gore Phizzy Join Date: 10-05-08 Location: Hiding out from blood suck ghost snake gods, Nazis and scrap iron chefs trying to harvest body parts Name/Nickname : Gore (surprise!)	That looks mighty yummy! __________________ Assistant to a Mad BBQ Scientist (and a squirrel): Primo Oval XL, Small Offset, Gasser, Optigrill, UBS "I love everything about the pig, even the way she walks." -- Spanish proverb (\__/) (='.'=) This is the rabbit baby. Invests him in yours signature, (")_(") and the help rabbit baby takes over control of the world! Hmmmm, I wonder, WWGALD? Avatar courtesy of Grillman and NorthwestBBQ Promoted by Bigabyte to "Idiot #1" , and dubbed "Phizzy" by Sir Ron.

02-07-2018, 11:04 PM	#3
Stlsportster Babbling Farker Join Date: 08-09-16 Location: Random Point In Time and Space Name/Nickname : Parental Assigned Label	Unfortunately that's 65 miles from where I'll be and I'm not the guy renting the car. I'll keep it in mind. But doubtful. Saw some old threads recommending Midwood smoke house or. mac's speed shop.

02-13-2018, 06:51 PM	#5
Stlsportster Babbling Farker Join Date: 08-09-16 Location: Random Point In Time and Space Name/Nickname : Parental Assigned Label	Mac's Speed Shop meat sampler. St Louis Ribs, Pulled pork, brisket, Texas smoked sausage, fries and cheese grits!

02-13-2018, 07:20 PM	#8
chicagokp Babbling Farker Join Date: 02-17-11 Location: Chicago north 'burbs IL	Also not Q, but Cabo Fish Taco is really good. And I'm intrigued with Krazy Fish, but have never been there. __________________ Shirley Fabrication 24x60 staightback cabinet + warmer Battle Box Midi UDS Weber Performer 22.5 Weber OTG WGA Charcoal Weber Genesis

02-14-2018, 07:15 PM	#9
Blythewood BBQ'er Babbling Farker Join Date: 10-17-13 Location: Blythewood, SC Name/Nickname : Dennis	PM Garrett. He live just outside of Charlotte. Wish I wasn't busy I would love to ride up and have a meal with you. __________________ BUBBA GRILLS 250r, CharGriller Akorn, 1.5 uds, 28in Blackstone, Blackstone Tailgater, Weber Mastertouch Slate Blue, Weber Copper Performer Premium, Weber 26er, Weber Jumbo Joe, and a set of Octoforks! GOOD FOOD GOOD TIMES AND GOOD FRIENDS CAN BE FOUND HERE!! THE BBQ BRETHREN BASHES! [URL]http://www.bbq-brethren.com/forum/forumdisplay.php?f=8[/URL]

02-14-2018, 07:47 PM	#10
Joe Black Babbling Farker Join Date: 12-05-14 Location: Greenville, SC	Midwiod and Lexington are good, but Spoons BBQ is on Hwy 21 south, just below Charlotte. It's a third generation place, specializing in Eastern NC style. __________________ 24"x48" Bell Fab offset 22" Weber Premium Kettle Char-Grill gasser

02-15-2018, 02:08 PM	#11
Stlsportster Babbling Farker Join Date: 08-09-16 Location: Random Point In Time and Space Name/Nickname : Parental Assigned Label	New job. Should be back every 4-6 weeks. Will try to fit a few more of these in when I can! Thanks.

03-04-2018, 02:29 PM	#12
CBFQue Is lookin for wood to cook with. Join Date: 04-03-17 Location: Marshville, NC	We like 521BBQ just south of Charlotte in Indian Land, SC. Just AVOID the slaw, it's hands down the worst I've ever tried.