Worth a Journey

The 100 Best BBQ Smokehouses in the US

Fork Grove Barbecue

Anderson, United States

  1. BEST BBQ IN THE US WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 23 2026
Fork Grove Barbecue

A counter-service smokehouse in Anderson, South Carolina, serving brisket, ribs, turkey and pulled pork by the plate. Sides such as sweet potato crunch, brisket chili and cheesy hash brown casserole are made in house.

Highlights

  • Brisket, ribs, turkey
  • Sweet potato crunch
  • Order and pay at counter

Good to know

  • Burnt ends sell out early
  • Peak-hour waits up to 20 minutes
  • Ribs and brisket sometimes sell out

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