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Out here, it is pulled chicken, not chicklen salad. If a BBQ place doesn't have pulled chicken, they often lose business. Matt at Phat Matt's often bemoans the fact that he has to make it, as it costs more to make, takes a lot of time and in his mind, isn't BBQ. But, if he doesn't have it, people will leave, not order other stuff.
Regionality! ABSOLUTELY! Around here, and not teasing this time, BBQ is pork, so the beef products are optional. Ribs and Pulled Pork, a few good sides, some fries, sweet and unsweetened tea, perhaps cold beer, and you have a winner IF it's good.
Other regions, I'm sure in TX you HAVE to have brisket, and pork probably is optional.
Now we know about Calfornya; bunch of chickens...