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Durham’s Pit BBQ

London, United States

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Durham’s Pit BBQ

A barbecue restaurant in London, Kentucky, that serves brisket, turkey, pulled pork and a brisket meatloaf, with a house sauce called Mama's. Counter staff offer meat samples, and waffle fries, baked beans and potato salad come as sides.

Highlights

  • Smoked brisket
  • Brisket meatloaf
  • Waffle fries

Good to know

  • Popular items sell out late in the day
  • Ordering is at the counter

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