List of top 10 best barbecue spots in North Carolina

PENDER COUNTY, NC (WWAY) — USA Today’s top ten list for best barbecue in North Carolina has been revealed and two of the top ten are right here in our area.

MeMa’s Chick’n & Ribs on Highway 117 North in Burgaw came in 8th. They say after two years in business in a small town they are very proud to be recognized.

Southern Smoke BBQ on Warren Street in Garland was ranked 5th.

Red Bridges Barbecue Lodge in Shelby took the top spot.

A panel of experts partnered with 10-best editors to pick the initial 20 nominees, and the top 10 winners were determined by popular vote.

Congratulations to all the winning restaurants!