Looking for a place to have a Father’s Day barbecue? Here are the 5 best in the Augusta area, according to Yelp

Whether it’s for your dad, your grandfather or your brother, Father’s Day takes place on June 16 and it’s a great day to celebrate the men in your life. So why not treat him to some spicy ribs or wings from a local barbecue restaurant?

But with a wide variety of options in the Augusta area, it can be difficult to determine which option best suits your palate. Using total volume and user review scores, Yelp rankings can help you narrow down some of the most popular options.

Here are the five best barbecue places in the Augusta area, according to Yelp:

FILE – Jim N’ Nick’s Bar-B-Que in Augusta on Thursday, December 28, 2023. Yelp ranks it as one of the best barbecue spots in the area.

275 Robert C. Daniel Jr. Drive, Augusta

The Alabama-based barbecue chain opened in Augusta in December at the former Macaroni Grill site. Pork and beef are slow-smoked at Jim ‘N Nick’s for 12 hours to be transformed into dishes like loaded mac and cheese and brisket sandwiches. Customers can dine in or take their food home via a drive-thru service.

Here’s what one Yelp reviewer said: “We’re obsessed with their burgers! I know… a hamburger at a barbecue restaurant? Trust me. Their burger rivals most of those offered in Augusta. It is highly recommended to order 100+ of their cheese biscuits, which aren’t really biscuits in my opinion, but nonetheless they are profoundly delicious.”

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FILE – Willie Jewell's Old School Bar-BQ serves a big platter of brisket over fries and more.  Yelp ranks it among the best barbecue spots in the area.

FILE – Willie Jewell’s Old School Bar-BQ serves a big platter of brisket over fries and more. Yelp ranks it among the best barbecue spots in the area.

3512 River Watch Pkwy, Martinez

The Augusta-area location of Willie Jewell’s opened in 2015 after starting in Charleston seven years prior. If you want to eat your fill, there are plenty of options like the half-pound burger topped with pulled pork and cheese, the “Big Ol’ Platters” featuring two meats and sides, and several sides made from zero.

Here’s what one Yelp reviewer said: “A great little lunch spot. We stopped here with coworkers for lunch on the recommendation of a friend. We received fast, friendly service. We ordered from counter and got our food in less than 10 minutes. The pulled pork and brisket were both juicy and delicious.

FILE - Barbecue chicken breasts are ready for order at Goolsby's off Washington Road in Evans on Wednesday, Dec. 21, 2022. Yelp ranks it among the best barbecue spots in the area.

FILE – Barbecue chicken breasts are ready for order at Goolsby’s off Washington Road in Evans on Wednesday, Dec. 21, 2022. Yelp ranks it among the best barbecue spots in the area.

4460 Washington Road, Evans

Although Goolsby’s has two locations in the area, its original located in Columbia County remains the most popular. Fried pork loin and barbecue ribs are among the most popular dishes, and about 1,200 hoe cakes a day, according to owner Wilkes Goolsby. All this and more is served cafeteria-style in a simplistic dining room.

Here’s what one Yelp reviewer said: “First of all, the staff here is amazing! So nice and helpful that my kids couldn’t stop talking about how awesome they were. Second, the food was everything simply phenomenal and the portions will leave you full and craving somewhere to take a nap soon after.

FILE – Top sellers at BBQ Barn in North Augusta include brisket, especially burnt ends, and baby back sandwiches, according to owner Jody Glover.  And don't forget the macaroni and cheese.

FILE – Top sellers at BBQ Barn in North Augusta include brisket, especially burnt ends, and baby back sandwiches, according to owner Jody Glover. And don’t forget the macaroni and cheese.

10298 Atomic Road, North Augusta

What started as a side hustle in 2006 with Jody Glover and his wife, Susan, quickly grew into a full-time restaurant after partnering with family friend Glenn Gentry Jr. Since then, it has been has become one of North Augusta’s best, with the Boston Butt being included among Southern Living’s “Best Butts in the South” in 2012.

Here’s what one Yelp reviewer said: “Delicious, warm, friendly. These are the words that come to mind when I think of BBQ Barn. I’ve dined here three times. My first two visits didn’t were only 24 hours apart because it was so good.”

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FILE – Perry's Pig is located off Gordon Highway in Augusta.  Yelp ranks it among the best barbecue spots in the area.

FILE – Perry’s Pig is located off Gordon Highway in Augusta. Yelp ranks it among the best barbecue spots in the area.

1957 Old Savannah Road, Augusta

A hidden gem off Gordon Highway, Perry’s Pig offers delicious food in a modest home. It’s famous for its “Old Fashion BBQ” with favorites like chopped barbecue, turkey legs, a ton of hash and ribs sold by the pound. However, Perry’s is only open Saturdays from 11am to 6pm, so be sure to plan accordingly.

Here’s what one Yelp reviewer said: “I love Perry’s. It’s been a staple since I was a kid. The food is good and the service is fast. I have a lot of favorites but my order favorite is the barbecue sandwich with extra skins and sweet sauce on the side. The combination of the crunchy skins and the sweetness of the shredded barbecue is like joy in the mouth.

This article originally appeared on Augusta Chronicle: The Best Augusta Area Barbecue Restaurants on Yelp for Father’s Day

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