Atlanta

Local-chain Southern barbecue in Springs Landing on Johnson Ferry Road in Sandy Springs, Georgia, to eat in or take away.

Takeout-focused barbecue near Bessie Branham Park in Atlanta's Kirkwood, with curbside pickup, delivery and catering.

All-you-can-eat Korean BBQ and hot pot in Akers Mill Square in Atlanta's Cumberland area, with a salad bar, cocktails and live music.

KPOT's Berkeley Park location on Howell Mill Rd in Atlanta, combining Korean barbecue, hot pot, a buffet format and a bar.

Relaxed counter-service barbecue on Collier Rd NW in Atlanta's Wildwood area, offering smoked meats with Southern-style sides, beer and desserts.

Counter-service BBQ on Clairmont Rd in Decatur, Georgia, with ribs, smoked meats and mac and cheese amid cheerful country decor.

CZ SMOKEZ BBQ serves American-style barbecue on Fayetteville Road Southeast in Atlanta, Georgia.

No-frills order window on MLK Jr Drive NW in Atlanta's Harland Terrace for barbecue, fried fish and hot wings with a choice of sauces.

Barbecue and Southern bar and grill on Roswell Road in Atlanta's Buckhead, also serving wings and sandwiches, with catering available.

Casual barbecue on Rhodes St NW in Atlanta's Vine City, a quick spot for comfort food at lunch or dinner with takeout and delivery.

Small, no-frills rib shack on Campbellton Rd SW in southwest Atlanta, with pork ribs, barbecue chicken and Southern sides to go.

Down-home log-cabin restaurant on Peachtree Industrial Blvd in Peachtree Corners, Georgia, specializing in barbecue and Southern breakfast.

Industrial-modern Korean BBQ with tabletop grills on Venture Dr in Duluth's Gwinnett Place, with a bar, brunch and outdoor tables.

Classic American barbecue at the counter from City Barbeque on Blackmon Dr in Decatur, Georgia, with takeout and catering.

Counter-service BBQ chain location in Abernathy Square on Roswell Rd NE in Sandy Springs, Georgia, with takeout and catering.

Hickory-smoked BBQ and bar on Pollard Blvd SW in Atlanta's Summerhill, with beer, moonshine, a covered patio and plenty of TVs.

Black- and women-owned BBQ and cheesesteak spot on Flat Shoals Rd in East Atlanta, with takeout, delivery and late-night food.

Rustic-modern American BBQ on N Highland Ave in Atlanta's Poncey-Highland, with smoked meats, creative cocktails, brunch and a patio.

Black-owned BBQ and soul food in Tri County Station on Old National Highway in Riverdale, Georgia, with takeout and catering.

American-style barbecue from Smoky Kitchen BBQ on Armstrong Street Southeast in Atlanta, Georgia.

Casual barbecue on Pryor Road SW in Atlanta's Lakewood Heights, with dine-in, takeout, delivery and catering.

Women-owned American BBQ on S Atlanta St in Roswell, Georgia, with smoked pork and brisket, beer, live music and a dog-friendly patio.

Women-owned, family-friendly barbecue in Market Square on Canton Road in Marietta, Georgia, with outdoor seating and a kids' menu.

Casual American BBQ on Campbellton Road SW in southwest Atlanta, with dine-in, takeout, delivery and catering.

Fast-casual ribs, chicken, hand-chopped pork and Southern sides in Atlanta's Edgewood Retail District on Caroline Street NE.

Korean barbecue from Seoul-ful BBQ, located on Oak Street Southwest in the city of Atlanta, Georgia.

American barbecue from Screen House Barbecue on Forrest Street NW in Atlanta's Berkeley Park.

Brisket, pulled pork and more smoked meats with house sauces on Lower Roswell Road in Marietta, Georgia, in a simple setting.

Old-school barbecue on Doug Davis Drive in Hapeville, near Atlanta, with pit-smoked meats and house-made sides.

American barbecue and catering on McDaniel Street SW in Downtown Atlanta from HustleMan BBQ Wibs & Seafood.

Chinese barbecue and familiar Chinese dishes at Atlanta Chinatown on New Peachtree Road, in a casual setting.

Barbecue and burgers with a light Asian, Korean-leaning accent, served from a tiny Cumberland spot on Akers Mill Road in Atlanta.

American-style barbecue from Fox Bros. Bar-B-Que Que-osk on Ottley Drive Northeast in Atlanta.

Yakiniku at Atlantic Station in Atlanta's Midtown, where Gyu-kaku pairs table grilling with a bar.

Counter-service barbecue at The Eddy at Riverview on Riverview Rd SE near Smyrna, Georgia, with beer, live music and dog-friendly patio.

American-style barbecue and catering from GQ's Bar B Que on Gresham Rd SE in Atlanta, Georgia.