Loved this local place. The food was true comfort food. The sweet tea was delicious. Highly recommend the fried green tomatoes and their banana pudding. The service was quick even though the restaurant was busy, and it's the perfect location for a laid back meal! read more

Pig & Grits - Pulled Pork Plate - Barbeque Near Me - Burnsville, North Carolina

Great food and reasonable prices. Loved sitting out on the porch. Banana pudding was delicious.

We were already favorite fans of Pig & Grits for lunch. Today we tried breakfast for the the first time and it was equally fantastic! Just like lunch, the portions are hearty. We shared a breakfast bowl with brisket which came with 2 eggs - delicious! Everyone at our table received a warm cinnamon bun as we sat down - what a nice treat to start our experience. As always, service was delightful and friendly. It was busy, so be prepared for a wait, although the wait is usually never long. Arrive before 10:45 on Saturday for the breakfast menu! read more

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This place is typical BBQ decor. Staff are very friendly, bathrooms are clean. My husband ordered ribs and I ordered a pulled pork sandwich. We had various sides including grits, collards, and beans. The ribs looked great but were so dry he couldn't eat them. My pulled pork was also dry but I used a lot of sauce to make them more edible. Our very nice waitress noticed the ribs weren't being eaten and offered my husband something else but he declined. So she took them off the bill. Sides were all good as were the hush puppies that came with the ribs. We really wanted to like this place and have been seeking a top notch Bbq place since moving to the Asheville's area a few years ago. Sadly this isn't it. read more

Pig & Grits - Ribs, sides and pulled pork sandwich - Barbeque Near Me - Burnsville, North Carolina

Some of the best BBQ I've had in NC. 10/10: burnt ends, mac and cheese, coleslaw, kids grilled cheese, kids corn dog, FRIED GREEN TOMATOES OMG THE BEST I'VE EVER HAD, fried banana pudding dessert (I'm so sad I had to share it because it was AMAZING.) Variety of BBQ sauces was great. 8/10: baked beans, ribs 7/10: corn on the cob 5/10: brisket (sorry) Our server? Andrea? 100000/10. Maybe the best server we've had in years. Give that woman a raise! We loved her. read more

This is the last review of 2025 I will ever write. Along with acceptable service and ambiance, I treated myself to a true New Year's barbecue. I got the Smokehouse Trio (which is three meats and two sides) consisting of apple bourbon burnt ends (diced brisket deep-fried and tossed in apple bourbon sauce, which is made with brown sugared apples), sausage, and half a rack of ribs, served with fries and BBQ beans, as well as a side cup of the Kansas City Kicker sauce, which is smoky BBQ mixed with hot sauce. The burnt ends were incredibly tender without being too sweet. The sausage was super juicy and moist. The BBQ drizzle on the ribs provided added flavor. The beans had a little pulled pork, which I appreciated. The fries were not very crispy, but they were well-salted and even better flavored with the Kansas City sauce, which provided a slight kick. Overall, this is how a foodie ends the year. read more

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What a gem in Burnsville we were there for a wedding and had an amazing brunch here. Everyone gets a little cinnamon bun appetizer on the house which was delish. We each got a meal and just had to get the waffle with the peaches to share and it was SUCH a good idea - incredible. The service was fantastic and the whole restaurant is warm and inviting. Highly recommend as soon as they rebuild after the hurricane read more

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The hash brown casserole has definitely ruined us for any other casseroles it was that good. My husband got the brisket Benny which was amazing the sauce was just right and the meat was so tender. I got the chicken and waffles. The chicken was perfectly crispy, the waffle was fluffy and the sauce was amazing. The waiter was supper nice and attentive. read more

I stopped in for breakfast and the food was amazing. I had a special a cream filled fried donut topped with pecans, bacon and raspberry drizzle. It was perfectly fried, the edges had that delicate crisp that melts away. My only regret is I couldn't take it with me. read more

Pig & Grits - Barbeque Near Me - Burnsville, North Carolina

Wonderful food, celebrating my mom's birthday.. she loved her food and had enough to take home another taste. The service was and she was very efficient. Thank you for it being nice for my mother. I will return. read more

I'm sharing 2 meals we had on 2 different days. We loved the breakfast meal. The service was fast and the food was delicious and temperature hot. The supper meal still had fast service but the items weren't as much to our liking and items weren't very warm. For the most part the only thing not liked was the chicken, beans and collards. It was most likely a personal preference due to lack of seasoning. We would definitely go back and try other items bc the menu is full of choices. But you don't want to miss out on the breakfast, for sure! We loved the sauces and enjoyed them with both meals. read more

Pig & Grits - Breakfast plates - Barbeque Near Me - Burnsville, North Carolina

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This is a hidden local gem . As soon as you walk in, you are welcomed with the cheerful kind staff. The place has a cute southern ambiance and is super clean. The food was easily the tastiest and cheapest BBQ I have ever had . We had the Mac& cheese kettle with a brisket.. delicious , and the rib rack with the smoked sausage is a must try. Also on every table there are 6 BBQ sauces to choose from, which are all delicious. So there is definitely something for everyone. read more

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I've been working in Western, NC for a couple months and this was, by far, the best meal I've had since I've been here. The BBQ was outstanding. Great selection of sauces. Service was fast and friendly and the price was reasonable. Couldn't be more satisfied. read more

Rise & shine - this cozy establishment opens at early for locals and adventurers alike, all seeking a taste of small town goodness. They have seating inside and out. The friendly servers whizzed about making sure everyone was taken care of. We couldn't resist indulging.... It's hard not too when your greeted with a warm cinnamon bun and coffee before you order. Our breakfast feat included strawberry short-cakes topped with a velvety cream , biscuits & gravy with eggs -n- hash brown casserole. The dishes arrived piping hot and there was endless cups of coffee flowing. We rolled out of there - hands down, it was the breakfast of champions. read more

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Carolina BBQ! Hubs and I stopped in for dinner before going to Homeplace down the street. There is plenty of outdoor seating so we sat in the uncovered area as the covered porch was packed. It was a nice day out so we enjoyed it. Dinner wise we had the fried green tomatoes to start. It turned out to be a sizable app. Nicely fried with cornmeal. Hubs ordered the smoked turkey, which he found delightful. The coleslaw was his favorite part and he ate it up. I ordered the ribs, which were tender and smokey. The okra side was just okay. The banana pudding is everything! Order it! Love the hushpuppies here as well! Tip dogs are welcomed on the patio. read more

Pig & Grits - Barbeque Near Me - Burnsville, North Carolina

Cinnamon rolls to start!!...that's how I'm gonna start my review! This hidden gem hit the spot! From the food to the warm atmosphere of a mom and pop to The menu with just the right selection of for a big southern breakfast to satisfy your party. Fried green tomatoes are a MUST and don't forget to order a side of ranch! To finish, the banana almond French toast, it SMACKED! We also very much appreciated their efforts and in keeping their restaurant clean during the pandemic. read more

Pig & Grits - Dishes: Miss piggy, Friend Green tomatoes and French toast. - Barbeque Near Me - Burnsville, North Carolina

Wish I had taken a picture ! Good was amazing ! Had pulled pork, charred corn on cob and collards. All delicious. I want to go back and try the catfish. The lady beside me had it and said it was great! Will definitely go back. read more

Pig & Grits - Chicken fried steak - Barbeque Near Me - Burnsville, North Carolina

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Fantastic food, service and prices! We first came in for lunch and liked it so much we did a dinner takeout - family style. My husband and I had enough barbecue and sides to make 6 meals out of the family pack!! Amazing. Such great barbecue and hush puppies especially. The potato salad is also top notch! The staff and service people were also super courteous and friendly. Highly recommend to everyone whenever in Burnsville, NC. read more

Breakfast/brunch is delicious here. For a sweet tooth I highly recommend the lemon berry breakfast. It's the best for a dessert too. Yummy! The service was decent and fast even for the restaurant being full. read more

We visited here while on vacation in Burnsville. We got there about 6:30 on a Friday evening to find out they close at 8! The restaurant was very nice and clean. We decided to do takeout and the ladies at the counter were very helpful and friendly. We sat outside to wait on our order because it was a beautiful evening. One of the ladies brought our order out to us. Once we got back to our cabin and plated our food, it looked great. It tasted even better! The portions were large. Definitely a place to visit but keep in mind their hours. They close on Saturday at 2 and closed Sunday and Monday. read more

Not impressed. Ordered to go because we had our dog with us and was planning to go to a nearby park to eat. Got there and had no silverware or napkins. Food was mediocre at best. read more

I wanted to update this review because I felt it was unfair to this establishment giving it a one star review because of one bad experience. Pig and grits has always been one of the best restaurants in my opinion in Burnsville. It's one of those places that when you have visitors coming from out of town you have to take him to breakfast at pig and grits because it doesn't get any better. Thank you for your outstanding contributions to this community. read more

For Bar-b-Que this is the real deal ! Everything on the menu is delicious. We've never had a bad meal here, be it breakfast, lunch or dinner. Excellent value. You won't be dissapointed. Service is top notch. read more

Food is always fresh and delicious! Servers are so nice and attentive. Breakfast is one of the best in the area. Lunch is awesome as well. Pork and brisket are both great. read more

Pig & Grits - Sweet Potato Pancakes with Pumpkin butter - Barbeque Near Me - Burnsville, North Carolina

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A really cute little place and a beautiful drive to Burnsville. I had eaten multiple excellent meals prepared at my church by Pig and Grits. So, l drove to Burnsville NC just to eat there. Its a really cute restaurant and the menu is great. The portions were very large. We took more than half of ours home because it was so filling and large. They let you choose a side. They had wonderful, delicious sides, but I couldn't resist the banana pudding. It was worth getting the banana pudding as my side. If you go to Burnsville, please walk up and down the pretty little town. It's not very large but it's lovely and there are other shops up and down the street with fun things in them as well. Please go enjoy an afternoon in Burnsville and try Pig & Grits. read more

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Went back for a follow up visit. This time indoors with the full menu. Once again they exceeded our expectations. My wife ordered the brisket and I ordered the pulled pork plates. The portions were generous and the service was excellent. The ambiance was what you'd expect for a BBQ place, wide open with lots of seating. Well lit with many local patrons. This place is now one of our regular stops! read more

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Great local spot our team of 15 people visited while our UMC Early Response team was helping out with homes damaged by Hurricane Helene. We called ahead and arrived about an hour before closing. The young lady waiting on us did a stellar job and the food was delicious! Appetizers order were fried green tomatoes, fried pickles and burnt ends. I ordered the burnt ends as well for my meal and they were some of the best I've ever had. read more

What happened to this place! A year ago I had the absolute best brisket sandwich ever! Now, no sandwich on the the menu and the brisket ("mkt price") was worse than grandma's pot roast. read more

Consistently excellent food, served with warmth and friendliness in a laid-back atmosphere. Worth the drive through the beautiful mountains! read more

Always a great spot. We stop here any time we are close to Burnsville. Breakfast, lunch, dinner. Everything and every meal is outstanding with outstanding service. read more

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Went for breakfast EGGS BENNY AMERICANA was great, their homemade hot sauce is great also read more

Pig & Grits - EGGS BENNY AMERICANA - Barbeque Near Me - Burnsville, North Carolina

Clean establishment and friendly service. Visited for breakfast, twice last week. Despite having a good size crowd , the food came out of kitchen fairly quickly. Options seem limited for dine in restaurants, in the local area. I recommend to get there on the earlier side because the parking lot will fill ! As for me... I tried the sausage patty , bacon , & county ham during my 2 stops... the bacon by far was the winner; cooked perfectly. The grits were solid ! I would choose them over the hash browns (didn't try the breakfast potatoes). The gravy & biscuit is a hit. I even was able to request my eggs be poached. 10 out of 10, would eat there again! Nice touch with serving a complimentary cinnamon roll, while waiting on your order. read more

Good customer service, large portion sizes and tasty southern food! Visited twice while I was in town.

This place always has the best service, good food, and its reasonably priced for BBQ. I need to try their breakfast soon! I love the smokiness of the meats, but the fried banana pudding will have you slapping your mama! read more

Pig & Grits - Fried Banana Pudding - Barbeque Near Me - Burnsville, North Carolina

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Very nice and large restaurant with door & outdoor seating with ample parking. They offer a wide array of BBQ sandwiches and meals. The service is excellent and the tables have a number of different sauce choices that are unique. The servings are generous, so come hungry. read more

When the server asked if everything was ok, I pointed out this pile of pure fat I'd cut away. I asked if I could get another slice to replace it. "Oh no, we measure it by the ounce," was the answer. She didn't say, let me check with the manager or the kitchen. Let them come tell me an ounce is an ounce, sometimes you get lucky, this time you didn't. Obviously they have plenty of business without mine. read more

Pig & Grits - Smoked Brisket - Barbeque Near Me - Burnsville, North Carolina

Yes, Go! The ambiance was nice, they also have an outdoor porch if you would like to sit outside. The service was super friendly and helpful and an overall great experience. It's very rare I do a 5 star post, but this place deserves it! read more

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We have 2 very pleasant experiences at this establishment during recent vacation. Once for BBQ lunch and the other for breakfast. Both where outstanding. Service from all the ladies who hosted us was the epitome of southern hospitality and made everyone feel welcome. The brisket and pork sandwiches where perfect portions and well smoked. The fried pickles and fried corn appetizers where very well prepared. The tea was also amazing! read more

Pig & Grits - Fried pickles and fried corn - Barbeque Near Me - Burnsville, North Carolina

Great food and great service. We took a chance on this place and I am so glad we did. The staff was super accommodating for our dietary restrictions. We go back every time we are in the area. read more

Great food, friendly service. Try the brisket mac n cheese! It's delicious. The restaurant was clean and well run.