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14+ rated bbq restaurants

Best BBQ Restaurants in Manhattan, NYC

Top-rated bbq restaurants across 8 Manhattan neighborhoods. Ranked by ratings, reviews, and vibe.

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Manhattan is home to 14+ rated bbq restaurants spanning 8 neighborhoods. Justo Tovar in Hell's Kitchen leads the pack with a 5.0-star rating and 1 reviews, but standout spots can be found from Alphabet City to Hamilton Heights and beyond.

Prices range from $ to $$, so there’s something for every budget. Popular vibes across these spots include cozy, social, casual, no-frills, and authentic. Whether you’re planning a date night, meeting up with friends, or exploring solo, this page covers the best bbq restaurants in New York City — ranked by ratings, reviews, and real vibe data.

Hell's Kitchen3 spots

1
Justo Tovar
★ 5.01 reviews$$Indoor
cozysocial
2
Harley's Smokeshack & BBQ
★ 5.00$$Indoor/Outdoor
cozysocial
3
Fairview BBQ
★ 4.2152 reviews$$Indoor
cozysocial

Alphabet City3 spots

1
BBQ Station
★ 5.02 reviews$$Indoor/Outdoor
cozysocial
2
John Brown BBQ
★ 4.50$$Indoor
cozysocial
3
Bark Barbecue
★ 4.20$$Indoor
cozysocial

Hamilton Heights2 spots

1
365 BBQ
★ 4.5105 reviews$Indoor
casualno-frillsauthentic
2
Hudson Smokehouse
★ 4.20$$Indoor
cozysocial

Chinatown2 spots

1
Gangnam Bar BBQ & Hot Pot
★ 4.3282 reviews$$Indoor
cozysocial
2
Kam Man Market
★ 4.2755 reviews$$Indoor
cozysocial

Inwood1 spots

1
The Kalbi Korean BBQ Restaurant
★ 4.8427 reviews$$Indoor
cozysocial

Washington Heights1 spots

1
YANGJI BBQ
★ 4.60$$Indoor
cozysocial

NoMad1 spots

1
Hill Country Barbecue Market
★ 4.33,666 reviews$$Indoor/Outdoor
cozysocial

Upper East Side1 spots

1
Smoketown BBQ
★ 3.00$$Indoor/Outdoor
cozysocial

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best bbq restaurants in NYC?

Moodap ranks the best bbq restaurants across 8 Manhattan neighborhoods based on ratings, reviews, and vibe. Top-rated spots include Justo Tovar in Hell's Kitchen (5.0★). Take the Mood Match quiz to find the perfect one for your mood in 25 seconds.

How many bbq restaurants are in Manhattan?

Moodap has 14+ rated bbq restaurants across Manhattan, spanning neighborhoods like Hell's Kitchen, Alphabet City, Hamilton Heights, Chinatown, Inwood, and more.

Which neighborhood has the best bbq restaurants?

Hell's Kitchen has the highest concentration of bbq restaurants with 3+ spots, but great options are found across Manhattan. Use the Mood Match quiz to find the best one near you.

Best bbq restaurants for a date night in NYC?

Many bbq restaurants in Manhattan are perfect for date night, with popular vibes like cozy, social, casual. Take Moodap’s Mood Match quiz to find a spot that matches your exact vibe and budget.

Affordable bbq restaurants in Manhattan?

Manhattan has bbq restaurants at every price point, from $ to $$. Browse the full list above sorted by rating, or take the Mood Match quiz to filter by budget.

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