There's a line...let me jump in! Yep that's literarily how I found this spot...I was driving back to Charlotte after my half marathon...saw a line, pulled over and stood in the hour long line, happy as a 4 year old with a lollipop with my bag of BBQ. This is a carry out or eat outside spot. The line was long, but they said it was because the chicken wasn't ready. They serve Carolina vinegar based "sauce". This was the most different part for me as I'm from Indiana and have never had vinegar based sauce. All in all it was very good and I completely understand why it has been a community staple. read more

B's Barbecue - Barbeque Near Me - Greenville, North Carolina

Things to know before going: 1) Cash only 2) Take-out only. There are a few tables outside, though. 3) Get there early, as in 9:30 or 10am. When they sell out, they close. If you wait until normal lunchtime you may very well be out of luck. So, the food. If you don't like Eastern Carolina style vinegar based whole hog bbq you will not like B's. Therefore no complaints about "sour" sauce, "tasteless" boiled potatoes, strange "potato sticks," or lack of sugary sweet tomato sauces will be tolerated. The cue is slow cooked over charcoal. Today the texture was a bit tougher than ideal but the flavor was pretty good and the chicken was very good, moist, tender, and flavorful. The sides are unremarkable but just fine. I'm normally not a big fan of the east of Wilson area corn sticks (give me hush puppies and honey butter any day) but B's are among the better ones. Prices remain more than reasonable and servings are generous. read more

B's Barbecue - 1/4 dark BBQ chicken dinner - Barbeque Near Me - Greenville, North Carolina

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I am from Texas. I have eaten the best BBQ in Texas! B's Barbecue is much better! Amazing flavors grab your happy taste buds! read more

This place is worth the early morning trip. A line before they open and knowing that they'll likely be sold out for lunch meant barbecue for breakfast. The service was friendly, the food was fresh. The chicken was a little dry but incredibly flavorful and the vinegar sauce was so good and not at all like what my west coast self is used to. They had plenty of seating, but I guess a hot and humid summer means most people aren't gonna sit outside. It's cash only and really affordable. Glad I got to experience B's. read more

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What else can you say. Really, really good eastern Carolina BBQ ( the only kind). And without any distractions. Why else has it been written up in travel magazines. read more

B's Barbecue - Pickup window As I said, not fancy, but good. - Barbeque Near Me - Greenville, North Carolina

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First time visiting B's; my chicken and barbecue was delicious. Will be back, but get there early, it is very popular.

Best BBQ in town!! B's has always been the best! I usually eat B's once a week. Always a great meal !

The three most important words I can share with you about this spot is GET THERE EARLY! B's BBQ is the spot to go to if you are looking for a no-frills A+ barbecue joint. Please be advised that this is not the spot for you if you are expecting ambience, low lighting, or Michelin-rated tiny plates of rabbit food. But, you can go expecting good old down home, wholesome eating! My fave is the chicken. Unfortunately, I have not had the opportunity to try the ribs because I can't seem to get there early enough! But one day I will...and when I do, I'll check back in. The sisters who take your order offer service with a friendly and welcoming smile. They even give you tips on how to get the ribs and to beat the rush. But you gotta be willing to get up early in the morning. It's so good, we drove from Raleigh and would do it again and again, and again! BTW - don't be afraid of the line. It moves fast. Happy eating! read more

In my opinion they have the best bbq in this region! You don't go there for the ambiance but the food is just sooooooo good! Get there early because they are usually sold out by 1:00 read more

Great barbecue ! It is always good. There is a reason they sell out everyday. Classic eastern nc barbecue

You know that you are going someplace special when you turn off the main highway and it's B's Barbeque Road that takes you to your destination! And B's fully lived up to our expectations; indeed, my significant other needed only one bite of the smoked chicken to proclaim it the best that she had tasted anywhere in the country. We ordered half a chicken and a mountain of chopped pork, with sides of coleslaw and green beans to go with finger shaped hush puppies. Add in a couple of refillable teas, and the whole came to the modest sum of $18.50. The chopped pork is classic East Carolina, and so is the sauce. Since the richly smoked meat is already lightly sauced, you really, really want to sample it before adding more. The green beans didn't impress us, but we liked the hush puppies and loved the coleslaw, which is that cold, palate cleansing bite that we always prize when eating two or more meats at a sitting. How good was the meal? We went back for seconds, and got the last chicken about 90 minutes after they opened. GO EARLY! read more

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Fantastic BBQ and great service. A must stop if ever at ECU. Beef very tasty and good portions.

Food is always great! People are very nice all the time. Best sauce for the chicken l ever had.

From the outside, B's may look like a total sketchy dive, but don't let that scare you...because to me this is one of the best places on the planet to eat. Not only because of the wonderful memories of BBQ sandwiches and BBQ chicken on Saturdays with my grandaddy, but also because of the unparalleled perfection of the food. B's does the best BBQ everything I've ever had that wasn't cooked at one of my family reunions. This is the way eastern NC BBQ is supposed to taste. In fact, for me...if it ain't B's I ain't eating it. It ruins you for every place else. Pro Tips for Eating from B's: (cause yeah...I've eaten there that much...lol) 1. Get there early. When the food runs out, they close up shop. If they don't run out, they'll stay open until 1:30-2ish. If you get there early enough ( between 7- 8am) you might be lucky enough to get on the list for a rack of their amazing ribs. But those go super fast. So set your alarm. You can buy chicken and BBQ pretty much anytime from about 9am on. The chickens will very likely be sold out by about 11ish...depending on the time of year and how busy they are. 2. There is no calling ahead. They don't have a phone. You will have to wait in the line. But it moves fast because these folks know what they're doing and because they aren't taking calls. Also, it gives you plenty of time to know what you want. 3. Bring cash! No phone means no way to run credit cards or take digital payments. 4. Get the BBQ sandwich to eat immediately. It's truly God's gift to those of us living in the dark ages over here east of I95. There is just nothing like that hot BBQ and cold slaw on that freshly steamed bun. Y'all might have broadband internet and a Starbucks on every corner over in Raleigh, but we get fresh B's BBQ sandwiches on the regular. So it all evens out. 5. Get a combo plate to go. It comes with chicken (your choice of light or dark meat), two sides, and corn sticks. My husband and I always get the large with double potatoes and an extra pint each of potatoes and slaw. We can usually get a couple of meals out of it. You can also buy whole or half BBQ chickens and BBQ, slaw, and sides by the pint or half pint. Don't miss out on the "red" (BBQ) potatoes. They are the best you'll find. If you're taking it to go, you'll also want them to package your corn sticks on the side so they don't get soggy. If you're sharing a plate, order extra of those too so you don't fight over them. And...don't forget to ask for extra sauce, especially if you plan on reheating your score later. 6. Take a cooler to keep your B's goodies nice and warm til you get home. Except the slaw. You want it cold (another good reason for ordering it separately from your plate). 7. Think of your friends. If you love someone, there's no greater kindness you can do than gifting them a pint of BBQ and slaw. In fact, before my husband retired, that was what I sent to his Christmas party potluck. I always got a clean crockpot back. It's also great to take for families dealing with births, funerals, parties...or just a nice thank you. 8. If you're driving a distance to come...buy extra. Trust me. You're always gonna wish you had just a little more when it runs out. And...you can freeze it. Thank you for coming to my TED Talk on how to best enjoy eastern NC's finest BBQ establishment. I hope that many tasty adventures await you. Trust me, once you've had B's, you'll find yourself coming back again and again. Happy eating! read more

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We had to stop by here to pick up lunch, having fallen in love with B's on our last trip to Greenville last fall. The line moves smoothly and everyone is focused on the tasty meal to come. Ordering is straightforward and cash is the payment of choice. Chicken and BBQ (pork) were a little on the dry side this time, but I'm not one to complain about being able to partake in this local treasure. Until next time... read more

Had the BBQ pulled pork sandwich hundreds of times. Best pulled pork in the World! The vinegar sauce just as amazing. Service is quick and the place is clean. If you are Ever in Greenville NC you can't miss B's. read more

Yes, believe all the hype - this is the finest eastern NC BBQ that I've had. Prices are more than reasonable and the lady who took our order was really nice with a big smile. I will eat here every time I get the chance! read more

Some of the best BBQ in North Carolina. You have to place your order from outside to go. But get there early because there's always a long line. Not to worry it is well worth the wait. I highly recommend. read more

The food is good but the service suck. It's first come first serve..But I witnessed something like racism or playing favorites while being looked over three times. Shame on you... Friday, May 24 10 am services lady read more

One of the top Eastern Style BBQ joints and yes they smoke over hardwood coals, low & slow. Also, the chicken is awesome as are all the sides. Recommend that you arrive early. read more

Fresh tasting Eastern NC BBQ- Not too much seasoning ( Just enough) . It leaves you with, being able to taste the actual BBQ meat itself.. The chicken is good as well with an nice light hint of smoke. read more

Great food and excellent service. All time favorite! Top 5 BBQ spots in NC. A must try! read more

The southerners are right, this is some of the best pulled pork I've had in NC. My recommendation for a side is double green beans, and make sure to ask for extra vinegar sauce. The cornbread sticks are included and are quite good! It's cash only, so come prepared. read more

B's Barbecue - A+ bbq - Barbeque Near Me - Greenville, North Carolina

5+ stars. This is true eastern nc bbq. Family owned business. Quality food. Consistent. Amazing flavors. Customer service is tops. They only take cash. You need to arrive early or they will run out. Once they are out, they close. We got there at 10:45am; and the line developed by 11:15am. Highly recommend. read more

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Eastern NC BBQ at it's best. In my opinion, if you want some of the best BBQ NC has to offer, B's is certainly on that list. I have been going to B's for 10-15 years since I was in school in Greenville. We would get a group together for an early lunch when we didn't have class (of course we would never skip class) to head over to stand in line at B's. As others have said, get there early. B's only serves until they run out of food, and they will run out of BBQ early. It is nothing special, just a small cinder block building nestled along the road named after it. You will see and smell the charcoal smoke as you get close. Typically there will be a line, but it will not last long and is super efficient, just be ready to order when it gets to be your turn! Of course, get the BBQ, tender, flavorful, smokey, and full of texture. It is what BBQ should be with a hint of vinegar sauce. The slaw is good, but as it should be it is there to accompany the BBQ and not overshadow it. It is fresh and crisp and a little more course than a lot of BBQ slaws I have had. Often overshadowed, B's also has grilled BBQ chicken. I would strongly suggest giving it a try! To me it is a hidden gem! As for the sides, they are good, but not really anything to write home about. Green beans, potatoes, cornsticks. All perfectly fine, but in my opinion, just go to the walk up window and get a BBQ sandwich with slaw and grab a seat at the picnic tables under the large Oak tree on the side! Take the small detour if you are driving down 264 to grab some of the best NC BBQ from B's! Spots like this are harder and harder to find but this is one of those that I hope is around for a long time to come! read more

The best Eastern North Carolina BBQ. There are a lot great BBQ places in ENC, but B's is my favorite. It's a very non assuming place, but the pork and chicken are awesome. read more

To the folks at B's, it REALLY pains me to write and leave this review, but I also feel it's necessary to share the info due to potential health-related issues. The food at B's BBQ is undeniably delicious and my family has eaten on and off there for years...until recently when my husband went inside to place our order, then immediately came back out telling me that while waiting to be served, he saw mouse droppings on several of the cabbages they use to make the slaw. I'm sure (or at least hope) it's thoroughly washed before use; however, where mice poop they also urinate as well as leave behind hair and saliva....so who knows just how clean clean really is?.?. Now, I'm not naive and realize we've unwittingly eaten it ourselves, but now that we know, and after researching the dangers, I can't bring myself to go back. For now, I'll live in "blissful ignorance" concerning other establishments we frequent - until I learn otherwise. In case you don't already know.... Mice carry, store, and spread germs of 35+ diseases, such as hantavirus*, listeria*, and salmonella** through their urine, droppings, saliva, hair and nesting materials and though eating food they've come into contact with more than likely won't kill you, it can still be a major source of severe sickness. *disease can be fatal ** usually not life-threatening However, in certain people -- especially infants and young children, older adults, transplant recipients, pregnant women, and people with weakened immune systems -- it can be extremely dangerous. read more

Came back again. It is as good as usual. BBQ plate is awesome. I like how the meat is flavorful without any sauce. As you know many BBQ place claim they smoke for a long time but the meat is bland. read more

B's Barbecue - Outside - Barbeque Near Me - Greenville, North Carolina

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Amazing bbq and service! It's definitely a hole in the wall, but so worth the wait! I got the BBQ Sandwich, which was delicious! read more

You last this long, even with a reputation for being a bit testy, there's a very good reason - and the reason is excellent Eastern NC style pork barbecue - and there are few barbecue joints that serve 'cue that reaches this level. We came through early (10:30 AM) and there were already more than a dozen cars in the lot. I went straight to the small walk up window, ordered a chopped sandwich and 2 pounds to go. Service was excellent, food was even better. If you've never been here, you've missed the real thing. read more

B's Barbecue - Now this is a Chopped Sammich! - Barbeque Near Me - Greenville, North Carolina

Got there late and only a few things left. Barbecue was moist and delicious. Kids discovered corn sticks for the first time. Service was polite and price was great. read more

I drive by B's Barbecue every day to school. I thought this place was just a run down building. However, every day during lunch time this place is packed. I see cars parked in the lot and on the side of the streets. And there are always a lot people sitting on the picnic tables. This made me want to come visit. I ordered a BBQ sandwich while my friend ordered a BBQ Plate. The sandwich comes with coleslaw and corn sticks. I must say that it was the best BBQ sandwich I've ever had! It is vinegar based and they have their own sauce too! You would have to ask for it. The corn sticks tasted like french fries to me or at least something you would get from the state fair. If you needed extra buns, you can also ask them for it! Remember to bring cash!! My friend didn't have cash on her but fortunately the employees were so nice and said that they would let her come back later on just to pay. That is definitely some trust there! read more

B's Barbecue - BBQ sandwich and cornbread sticks - Barbeque Near Me - Greenville, North Carolina

If you looking for good down to earth good eating. This is the place to be. Get there early. The staff is very friendly and polite.

B's is an institution of NC Barbecue, there is no denying it. So I was incredibly excited to finally make it out here before the barbecue sold out on a Friday afternoon. The line wasn't terrible, even though the place was full, as I anticipated it would be. I ended up ordering a BBQ Dinner, which included pulled pork, two sides, and corn bread sticks (think dense sticks of corn meal that are deep fried). The meat was delicious. Their vinegar sauce had a little sweetness to it, which I enjoyed, and the smokiness of the meat was spot on. There were some bits of the barbecue that were dry, unfortunately, but it was overall excellent barbecue. I tried the slaw and green beans as sides. Both were pretty standard, nothing stood out to me. The corn bread sticks were interesting. They tasted good - almost like large corn bread fries - but it took a little bit of getting used to. The sweet tea was great, and they had free refills, too. If you're looking for a new, clean space - look elsewhere. Most well-established barbecue places won't offer you that, and B's is no exception. The service was ok - they were just efficient at getting your order and getting you food. But if you're looking for good food - you'll love it at B's. read more

B's Barbecue - BBQ Dinner with cole slaw, green beans, and corn bread sticks. - Barbeque Near Me - Greenville, North Carolina

Best food & the best employees a business can possibly have. They work so hard & take great care of their customers. Then the best food, what more could anybody wish for in a Resturant. read more

I really didn't care for the BBQ or the chicken. Both were very dry and tasteless! Maybe it was because it was late after opening and the crowd was gone. I would have preferred it to be fresher and better tasting. I do plan to give it another go! read more

Great local food in Greenville and a hidden gem. The food is excellent and employees are super nice. Highly recommend ate there while going to ECU. read more

Great food and absolutely superb bbq . Be prepared for a line and the fact that they may run out of bbq on their busiest days . Wonderful sides as well . Some outdoor picnic tables but mostly to go orders . Just go try it . You won't be disappointed. Family run cool old school building. Lots of character and interesting folks to visit with in line . Draws a big crowd on game days at ECU . Quality east Carolina style bbq ! read more

Amazing BBQ in ENC! Awestruck by the lines that form daily! Quick service and good food!

Read about B's BBQ on Yelp and on some best of NC lists. Business took me to Greenville and I finished up and raced to get here by 2pm before they close. I am sure glad I made it. Delicious BBQ eastern NC style. As a New Yorker Eastern BBQ has replaced pizza as my go to since moving to the Tarheel state. The portion on the BBQ plate was huge and all of it delicious. Anytime I am back in Greenville and they are open I know where I am getting lunch. Keep your chains support small businesses. read more

B's Barbecue - Barbeque Near Me - Greenville, North Carolina