You don’t have to head south for brisket, ribs and pulled pork – great barbecue can be found right here in Berks County, Pennsylvania. Check out these great BBQ joints we’ve found:

Review: HillBilly BBQ

Review: HillBilly BBQ

HillBilly BBQ was one of Berks County's first roadside barbecue trailers and one of the longest-lasting. How have they lasted so long? One taste, and you'll understand.

tray covered in checkered tablecloth with a bowl of barbecue, a pulled pork sandwich and a side of tots

Review: Station House Grille

After tasting them for the first time at an Iron Chef competition two years ago, the Station House Grille has been one of my most anticipated reviews. Finally we had a chance to visit for a taste of t…

paper plate filled with a variety of bbq - pulled pork, smoked sausage and fried okra

Review: Backwoods Brothers Authentic Texas Cuisine

When Backwoods Brothers Authentic Texas Cuisine opened in January, it brought something completely new to Hamburg and Berks County. We visited recently to taste true Texas barbecue for ourselves.

plate with beef brisket, pulled pork, fries and broccoli

Review: Van Reed Inn

The Van Reed Inn re-opened a little more than a year ago with new owners and a fresh look. A year later, it has proven to be a successful revival.

Stampede Smokin’ BBQ – MOVED

Stampede Smokin’ BBQ – MOVED

Barbecue is hot. Stampede Smokin' BBQ has jumped on the bbq bandwagon in a big way, serving up some of the best slow-cooked meats around from their roadside trailer in Morgantown.