Worth a Journey

The 100 Best BBQ Smokehouses in the US

Blue Door Smokehouse

Lexington, United States

  1. BEST BBQ IN THE US WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 43 2026
Blue Door Smokehouse

A barbecue restaurant in Lexington, Kentucky, that moved a few blocks from its original site into a larger building with outdoor seating. Brisket, sausage and pulled pork are the main meats, and the counter often sells out by mid-afternoon.

Highlights

  • Smoked brisket
  • Ranch beans and potato salad
  • Three sauces on each table

Good to know

  • Sells out by mid-afternoon
  • Indoor and outdoor seating
  • Parking lot behind the building

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