The Pit Authentic Barbecue
BBQ Joint and Gastropub$$$$
Raleigh
"Carolina combo is a must for lunch, fried chicken and chopped bbq"(11 Tips)
"The BBQ Chicken and the Carolina Ribs fall are off the bone good!"(9 Tips)
"They have the best bbq tofu and sweet potatoes fries."(6 Tips)
"Love brisket, pulled pork, banana pudding, sweet tea."(12 Tips)
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Heather LarsonMarch 9, 2012Traveled here from WI and were told it was the best BBQ around. Words can't do this place justice!!! Absolutely made our trip!
Ask about the veggie of the day, if you're lucky it will be corn on the cob
Michael LaneJuly 18, 2013At the bar. Biscuits and hush puppies. WOW. Can't wait to try the pork and ribs
The BBQ tofu is delish!!!
Try a bloody Mary! Seems like they do there own Mary mix from scratch and it's delicious!
TiffanyApril 26, 2011The absolute best dessert!!! Banana pudding...has nilla wafers, meringue, and marshmallow...un-be-lievable!!!
My favorite BBQ spot in Raleigh. The brisket is sooo good.
Jamie BeckDecember 29, 2011Don't park on Commerce St if you're going to be there past 9 PM, the signs are posted no parking 9 PM to 6 AM even though you'd think it says 9 AM to 6 PM. $30 ticket, not fun.
Myron CherryFebruary 16, 2013You know it's a real BBQ joint if you hear soul music over the speakers... Awesome!!
David LeeSeptember 5, 2014This is a damn good BLT. The bacon is jowl, cured in house. Nothing ordinary about it.
The sweet tea is the best in town &Don't miss the sweet potato fries. Reward yourself with a combo platter. I recommend chopped BBQ & Beef Brisket.
The Carolina Style Ribs are melt in your mouth delicious. The menu says they have "more bone, more fat, more flavor!"
If you like great BBQ and great craft beer as well, you need to check out The Pit. Really good selection of local and other craft beers on tap.
BridgetNovember 21, 2010Ask for Colin to be your server if you like Zach Galifinaikis... he's a great server and super entertaining! Love him!!
LauraMay 13, 2012Overrated if you ask me, but I'm biased as I grew up eating truly authentic NC BBQ. Only thing worth the trip is banana pudding. Decent but not deserving of all the hype that it seems to get.
This is the best chopped barbq in the surrounding areas. You have to eat here
Shaun SmithApril 23, 2013Ate lunch here the other day. Didn't blow my mind like I was expecting. Food was good though and staff polite
Get the chopped BBQ or the brisket. Probably the 2 best things on the menu.
- Fried Green Tomatoes are perfect and the sauce with them is scrumptious!
AlisonDecember 28, 2010Baby back ribs. All day. Extra bonus: well-curated selection of local brewery options
Ashley WhitesidesMarch 18, 2011Ribs! Soooo good. awesome atmosphere and the BBQ cheeses fries for an appetizer... Yum!
Kelli WilsonJanuary 3, 2015If you order just drinks and dessert at the BAR the waitress will be full of attitude.
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The Pit Authentic Barbecue
328 W Davie St (at Commerce Pl)
Raleigh, NC 27601
United States
Raleigh, NC 27601
United States
Closed until 11:00 AM (Show more)
- Mon–Thu
- 11:00 AM–10:00 PM
- Fri–Sat
- 11:00 AM–11:00 PM
- Sun
- 11:00 AM–9:00 PM
(919) 890-4500
Features
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi
Yes
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Parking
Street, Valet
Restroom
Yes
Food & Drink
Menus
Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Happy Hour
Drinks
Beer, Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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- 8.4
"Great BBQ and even better hushpuppies. Our favorite in Raleigh."
Andy - 7.7
"When you can't go to The Pit in Downtown, I recommend coming here. Great service. Friendly staff. Very attentive to your likes. Ribs are good! Dry or sweet."
Karen M - 7.3
"Make sure to save some room for the free frozen yogurt!"
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