What Folks Are Saying 🐷🔥

“If you have lived in Lincoln County for any length of time, you are familiar with the legend of BBQ King! This establishment truly needs no introduction -- but if you're new to town, this is your sign to stop in and behold the experience. Keith Smith, Jordan Smith, and the rest of the team here make and serve EXCEPTIONAL barbecue! I love hearing my order of King Combo with hushpuppies and fries shouted out the moment I place the order. And I make a point to stop in, sit down, and kick back in their home-y wooded dining room.”

“BBQ is a STAPLE in the Lincoln/Gaston county area. I called it in on the way and it was ready within 10 minutes. The wings were AMAZING!! smoked to perfection, crispy skin, juicy inside. Dipped in the classic bbq sauce was to die for. I'm not a huge fry person but these were great! And the SLAW, uhhh mazing…”

“You'll love the atmosphere. Everything is so unique here from the ladies and gentlemen screaming out your back to back to the cooks- remembering it without writing down your food order!! ..down to the cozy woodsy atmosphere this is a very popular, best place in town to get barbecue!!!”

“Well being that I was there close to the beginning of it all in 1972 it's always going to be my fave!! Yes I yelled the orders too. You can't go wrong stopping here!! Absolutely the best!!”

“I have ate here on many occasions and it has always been great food. I love their onion rings especially because they cut them bread them and fry them on the spot, they do not use frozen onion rings. They have great workers their also, give them a try if you haven't.”

“I love this place, I'm thankful it's still here. I've been going to BBQ King since I was a kid with family, this place holds so many good memories! The food is amazing as always, you get plenty of it for what you pay for and it's reasonably priced! Amazing customer service!”

“The bbq pork here is what i think of a classic southern bbq: chopped with a more thin more vinegar sauce. Absolutely delicious. Green beans were tasty, Mac n cheese was traditional baked Mac. The slaw perfectly compliments the bbq and I found myself putting a little slaw on every bite.”

“The BBQ was pretty good, however the sides were what made the meal! The green beans were the best part! I also enjoyed the mac and cheese and their onion rings! Honestly, hearing those girls scream “I NEED A PORK PLATE WITH A SIDE OF SLAW, ONION RINGS, AND HOLD THE SAUCE” made the experience complete!”

“Well known locally for great BBQ, burgers, and hot dogs, also. The method of placing an order to the cooks is quite entertaining. The front staff, (where you order; no wait staff at tables here), yells out your order to the kitchen staff. During busy times, it's very loud, and part of the enjoyment of dining here.”

“This is the best place in lincolnton nc for bbq and they have the best 1/2 & 1/2 sandwich around. I cant wait for the winter months, they serve their Brunswick stew and its the best I've ever ate.”

“We love BBQ King! They have been the go to place in Lincolnton for over 50 years. They have a variety of bbq dishes plus hamburgers, hot dogs, fish filets, and even Brunswick stew! When you go in you place your order at the counter and they will 'holler' it to the cooks and you hardly have to wait anytime before it is ready to eat in or carry out!”

“I have loved this place every since I was a teenager and I am now 67. I pray they never go out of business because this is one of my favorite places to eat. I usually get take out and take it home but this place is the best for sure. I love the way they collar out the orders, so neat. Keep up the good work.”

“The best BBQ around! They are so welcoming, and it's like coming home! I eat there at least two times a week. They also have burgers, hot dogs, hushpuppies, and fries. Best place around! Try it, you won't be sorry!!”

“Best burgers, poor boys and bbq around. Been eating here for years. It's a Lincolnton landmark and institution.”

“Living in Virginia, but from South Carolina I like to think I know BBQ, but after visiting BBQ King I have a whole new take on chopped pork! Piedmont style Bbq is my new favorite!!”

“Food was outstanding, ambiance was classic, and the service was quick and polite. Don't skip the Mac & Cheese.”

“As a local and a regular, I've eaten here countless times and have never had a bad experience. The food is consistently fresh, flavorful, and great quality. If you're looking for good, dependable, local BBQ with friendly service, BBQ King is always a solid choice.”

“Delicious food! I love the poor girl with ketchup, pickles, mayo and slaw. They holler but it's for the good food!!”

“If you have lived in Lincoln County for any length of time, you are familiar with the legend of BBQ King! This establishment truly needs no introduction -- but if you're new to town, this is your sign to stop in and behold the experience. Keith Smith, Jordan Smith, and the rest of the team here make and serve EXCEPTIONAL barbecue! I love hearing my order of King Combo with hushpuppies and fries shouted out the moment I place the order. And I make a point to stop in, sit down, and kick back in their home-y wooded dining room.”

“BBQ is a STAPLE in the Lincoln/Gaston county area. I called it in on the way and it was ready within 10 minutes. The wings were AMAZING!! smoked to perfection, crispy skin, juicy inside. Dipped in the classic bbq sauce was to die for. I'm not a huge fry person but these were great! And the SLAW, uhhh mazing…”

“You'll love the atmosphere. Everything is so unique here from the ladies and gentlemen screaming out your back to back to the cooks- remembering it without writing down your food order!! ..down to the cozy woodsy atmosphere this is a very popular, best place in town to get barbecue!!!”

“Well being that I was there close to the beginning of it all in 1972 it's always going to be my fave!! Yes I yelled the orders too. You can't go wrong stopping here!! Absolutely the best!!”

“I have ate here on many occasions and it has always been great food. I love their onion rings especially because they cut them bread them and fry them on the spot, they do not use frozen onion rings. They have great workers their also, give them a try if you haven't.”

“I love this place, I'm thankful it's still here. I've been going to BBQ King since I was a kid with family, this place holds so many good memories! The food is amazing as always, you get plenty of it for what you pay for and it's reasonably priced! Amazing customer service!”

“The bbq pork here is what i think of a classic southern bbq: chopped with a more thin more vinegar sauce. Absolutely delicious. Green beans were tasty, Mac n cheese was traditional baked Mac. The slaw perfectly compliments the bbq and I found myself putting a little slaw on every bite.”

“The BBQ was pretty good, however the sides were what made the meal! The green beans were the best part! I also enjoyed the mac and cheese and their onion rings! Honestly, hearing those girls scream “I NEED A PORK PLATE WITH A SIDE OF SLAW, ONION RINGS, AND HOLD THE SAUCE” made the experience complete!”

“Well known locally for great BBQ, burgers, and hot dogs, also. The method of placing an order to the cooks is quite entertaining. The front staff, (where you order; no wait staff at tables here), yells out your order to the kitchen staff. During busy times, it's very loud, and part of the enjoyment of dining here.”

“This is the best place in lincolnton nc for bbq and they have the best 1/2 & 1/2 sandwich around. I cant wait for the winter months, they serve their Brunswick stew and its the best I've ever ate.”

“We love BBQ King! They have been the go to place in Lincolnton for over 50 years. They have a variety of bbq dishes plus hamburgers, hot dogs, fish filets, and even Brunswick stew! When you go in you place your order at the counter and they will 'holler' it to the cooks and you hardly have to wait anytime before it is ready to eat in or carry out!”

“I have loved this place every since I was a teenager and I am now 67. I pray they never go out of business because this is one of my favorite places to eat. I usually get take out and take it home but this place is the best for sure. I love the way they collar out the orders, so neat. Keep up the good work.”

“The best BBQ around! They are so welcoming, and it's like coming home! I eat there at least two times a week. They also have burgers, hot dogs, hushpuppies, and fries. Best place around! Try it, you won't be sorry!!”

“Best burgers, poor boys and bbq around. Been eating here for years. It's a Lincolnton landmark and institution.”

“Living in Virginia, but from South Carolina I like to think I know BBQ, but after visiting BBQ King I have a whole new take on chopped pork! Piedmont style Bbq is my new favorite!!”

“Food was outstanding, ambiance was classic, and the service was quick and polite. Don't skip the Mac & Cheese.”

“As a local and a regular, I've eaten here countless times and have never had a bad experience. The food is consistently fresh, flavorful, and great quality. If you're looking for good, dependable, local BBQ with friendly service, BBQ King is always a solid choice.”

“Delicious food! I love the poor girl with ketchup, pickles, mayo and slaw. They holler but it's for the good food!!”