Worth a Journey

The 100 Best BBQ Smokehouses in the US

Haywood Smokehouse

Waynesville, United States

  1. BEST BBQ IN THE US WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 7 2026

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Haywood Smokehouse

A barbecue restaurant in an old house in Waynesville, North Carolina, with a second location in Dillsboro. Brisket, ribs, pulled pork and turkey are the main meats, with burnt-end baked beans, collards and mac and cheese on the side.

Highlights

  • Brisket, ribs, turkey
  • Burnt-end baked beans
  • Range of house sauces

Good to know

  • Banana pudding on the dessert list

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