BBQ

American barbecue from True Texas BBQ on Tridens Circle in north Fort Worth, with a sister location in Houston.

Women-owned country barbecue on GA-42 in Rex, Georgia, with ribs, smoked chicken, rooftop seating, a fireplace and live music.

Barbecue bar and grill on Main Street in Atlanta with wings, soul food, Southern dishes and a sports bar setting.

American barbecue from Windy City Grill Gang, located inside Sadiq's Bistro on Campbellton Road SW in Atlanta.

Women-owned barbecue in a stylish, industrial Summerhill space on Georgia Ave SE in Atlanta, with picnic-table seating outside and a full bar.

Down-home BBQ and Southern favorites like mac and cheese on Memorial Dr SE in Atlanta's Kirkwood neighborhood.

Downtown Atlanta barbecue on Marietta Street NW pairing Southern pulled pork with brisket and ribs done the Texas way, plus a full bar.

American BBQ and rotisserie cooking in a Poncey-Highland warehouse space in Atlanta, with a bar, live blues and a skyline view.

All-you-can-eat Japanese yakiniku on Northside Dr NW in Atlanta's Home Park, with cocktails, a wine list, rooftop seating and live music.

Colorful Hawaiian BBQ cafe on Briarcliff Rd NE in Atlanta's Lavista Park, with teriyaki, lunchtime specials, live music and a patio.

Traditional Korean BBQ grilled at the table and served with banchan, on Peachtree Rd in Doraville, northeast of Atlanta.

All-you-can-eat Korean barbecue and hot pot in Perimeter Center, Sandy Springs, with cocktails, a salad bar and vegan options.

American barbecue from UncleDaddy BBQ on S Vermont Ave in South Los Angeles, with a wheelchair-accessible entrance and parking.

Brother-owned BBQ smokehouse in East Marietta Commons on Roswell Rd, with a rustic dining room, fireplace, full bar and kids' menu.

Counter-service BBQ on S Market St in Inglewood with heaping plates of meat from the smoker, outdoor seating and curbside pickup.

Simple BBQ stop on W Florence Ave in LA's Manchester Square, with big plates of meat from the smoker, outdoor seating and curbside pickup.

Easygoing BBQ stop on W Slauson Ave in South Los Angeles, serving generous plates of meat from the smoker.

Lively, family-friendly BBQ and burger spot on Wilshire Blvd in LA's Sawtelle area, with happy hour at the bar, valet and reservations.

Southern-style BBQ in a modest Studio City strip mall on Moorpark St, with ribs, mac and cheese, fried chicken, takeout and catering.

Family-friendly barbecue and burgers at Northridge Fashion Center on Tampa Ave, with a bar, happy hour, patio seating and a kids' menu.

Straightforward barbecue and sides on S 11th St in South Philly's East Passyunk Crossing, from the Taproom on 19th owner.

Rustic-industrial barbecue tavern on Chestnut Street in Center City Philadelphia, with whiskey, draft beer, cocktails and live music.

American barbecue from Zig Zag BBQ on E York St in Philadelphia's East Kensington neighborhood.

Hip counter-serve BBQ inside Brookfield Place on Liberty St in Lower Manhattan, with classic barbecue, pomme frites and beer.

Casual Chinese barbecue cart on Grand St in Manhattan, serving quick bites for lunch or dinner to eat on the spot or take away.

Counter-serve barbecue on Queens Blvd in Forest Hills, Queens, with BBQ classics, pomme frites, beer, cocktails and sports on TV.

Asian- and women-owned Korean BBQ on W 32nd St in Manhattan's Koreatown, with bulgogi, hot pot, vegetarian dishes and late-night food.

Polished Korean BBQ on W 36th St in Midtown Manhattan, with shareable plates, cocktails, late-night food and private dining.

Contemporary Japanese yakiniku on E 52nd St in Manhattan, with table grills for a range of meats, plus sake and specialty cocktails.

Long-running BBQ on W 44th St in Manhattan, with craft beer, cocktails, brunch, late-night food and private dining.

Casual Chinese barbecue and kebab stand on 39th Ave in Flushing, Queens, for quick bites to eat there or take away.

Indo-Pak kitchen and caterer on Dickerson Parkway in Central Carrollton, Texas, serving Pakistani and Indian food with a barbecue focus.

Counter-service barbecue on TX-114 in Trophy Club, Texas, with breakfast, well-liked desserts, a kids' menu and outdoor seating.

Former barbershop turned barbecue joint on Preston Road in Far North Dallas, with brisket, wings, ribs and a shipping-container kitchen.

Family-run barbecue on West Main Street in Lewisville, Texas, with a cafeteria line serving barbecue dinners, sides and sandwiches.

Halal Pakistani barbecue in Legacy Plaza on Alma Drive in Plano, with fast food, pizza, juice and ice cream also on offer.