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News From the Pit
Catering tips, menu stories, and updates from BBQ King in Lincolnton, NC.
Menu · August 2, 2026
The Story Behind Our Hand-Breaded Onion Rings
A house specialty since day one: about 200 pounds of onions, breaded fresh, every single day.
Catering · July 12, 2026
Summer Is Catering Season, Here's Why
Reunions, church picnics, company cookouts: summer keeps our catering calendar full. Here's how to get on it.
News · June 28, 2026
Holiday Hours: Closed July 4th
We're closed for the Fourth so our team can celebrate too. Back open the next day at 10am.
Community · May 5, 2026
Meet the Family Behind the Fire
Three generations, one restaurant: a closer look at the family that's kept BBQ King running since 1971.
Catering · April 10, 2026
Feeding a Graduation Party? Here's What to Know
Spring means graduation parties. A few tips on ordering BBQ King catering for a crowd.
Menu · February 21, 2026
Pit-Smoked vs. Grilled: What's the Difference?
A quick explainer on why our pork shoulders spend hours over live hickory coals instead of a few minutes on a grill.
Community · January 18, 2026
Why We Still Holler Your Order
No printed tickets, no kitchen display screens, just an employee hollering your order back to the cooks, the same way it's worked since 1971.
News · December 20, 2025
Holiday Hours: Christmas & New Year's Day
Our hours around Christmas and New Year's Day, so you can plan your BBQ run.
Menu · December 15, 2025
What's Actually in a Half & Half?
One of our most-ordered sandwiches, explained, for anyone who's been too shy to ask at the counter.
News · November 24, 2025
Holiday Hours: Closed Thanksgiving Day
A quick note on our Thanksgiving closure. See you back at the counter the next day.
Catering · November 3, 2025
Booking Catering for Your Holiday Party
Office parties, family gatherings, church functions: here's how far ahead to book BBQ King catering for the holiday season.