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11 Barbecue Bets Around Connecticut

These days in Connecticut, the mouthwatering aroma of barbecue is in the air and we're not talking about the backyard variety. Barbecue joints are popping up all over the state becoming a staple of the local cuisine that's right up there with pizza and hot dogs. Enjoy !  And don't forget the napkins...

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Hindsight BBQ, Waterbury & West Hartford

A nationally ranked barbecue joint, Hindsight BBQ is your friendly neighborhood barbecue spot offering two locations and popping up at cool spots with their food truck.  Dig into the rotating burger of the day along with favorites like rib platters, pit-smoked wings, hot honey brussels sprouts, and Texas Twinkies - brisket and cheese-stuffed jalapeños wrapped in bacon.  Wow !

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Hoodoo Brown Barbecue, Ridgefield

Named one of the top barbecue spots in the nation, Hoodoo Brown brings Texas outlaw-style barbecue to Connecticut.  Stuff your face with crispy, smokey, chicken and turkey, mouthwatering ribs, monstrous sandwiches, mac & cheese, apple vinegar slaw, and so much more.

For those really serious about barbecue, Hoodoo offers Barbecue School where you can learn to 'cue like the pros.

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Bear’s Smokehouse BBQ

Try what some say is the best authentic wood-smoked Kansas City style barbeque in Connecticut.  With locations in Hartford, Windsor and South Windsor, Bear’s is also the Official BBQ of the UConn Huskies !

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Chester's Barbecue, Groton

Everyone seems to love Chester's in Groton, where the chili is a favorite and the brisket sandwich is a must-try.  Take a bite of smoky flavors in the restaurant or book catering for your next event or celebration.

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Black-Eyed Sally's Southern Kitchen & Bar, Hartford

This landmark restaurant in downtown Hartford serves up southern cooking in a unique atmosphere. The St. Louis pork ribs kick up the flavor and the Harlem chicken & waffles blend sweet and savory just right. 

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Walrus Alley, Bridgeport

Pick the right night to go here and you'll get live music along with your maple bourbon baby back ribs and house-made Andouille sausage. This popular Bridgeport spot offers good vibes along with great bites.

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The Stand, Branford

Discover authentic, mouth-watering barbecue, fresh local produce and good conversation at this former full-service gas station in Branford. 

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When Pigs Fly Southern BBQ, Sharon

Here you'll find pulled pork and brisket sandwiches and smoker specials. Honey butter cornbread as a side. Peach blueberry pie for dessert. The flavor never stops.

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Craft Kitchen, Southington

Bite into barbecue favorites from smoked crispy pork ribs and smoky brisket poutine to the Spicy Nashville Chicken Sandwich and skillet mac & cheese with all the fixings at this cool, casual joint.

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Thomas' Smokey Pit Stop, Manchester

At Thomas' Smokey Pit Stop, BBQ is what they do. Devour incredible creations like pulled pork grilled cheese, brisket baked potatoes, spicy smoked sausage sandwiches and the Brisket Pit Bomb - brisket on a hard roll topped with baked mac 'n cheese, coleslaw, and bacon.

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