Apr 21, 2023

When you’re enjoying the desert atmosphere of Scottsdale, AZ, we wouldn’t be surprised if thoughts of barbecue crossed your mind. Who wins the title for best barbecue will be up to you, but to decide that contest, you’ll have to eat a lot of tasty things. We don’t think you’ll have trouble with that assignment! Here are some places where you can start your project.

1. Starlite BBQ

At 7620 East Indian School Road, Suite 101, you’ll find a BBQ spot that’s appreciated for its service, portions, prices, and caring service. You get all that, plus treats like beef ribs with espresso mole, pulled pork, or fried chicken. Go for sandwiches or plates, with apps and sides like the mesquite grilled cauliflower, the mac and cheese, and the cornbread. If you still have room, you could add bread pudding or another of the rotating desserts!

2. NakedQ BBQ

People love going NakedQ over at 10240 North 90th Street, Suite 105. It’s popular enough to have two other branches in the Phoenix orbit. Get ready for some big, fan-favorite sandwiches piled high with chopped brisket, pulled pork or chicken, and more. Or, have a platter with one or two of the house meats, plus two sides and cornbread. Pick the veg of the day, a slaw, or a salad to balance out those fine portions of protein!

3. The Thumb BBQ

This is a fun, funky, and sort of famous spot brought to you from inside a gas station shop at 9393 East Bell Road. It’s been on TV. Try the Cuban sandwich with pulled pork and ham, the 5-Bone Rib Plate (St. Louis style), a stack of hash browns with sliced brisket, and more. The breakfast menu includes brisket and pulled pork items, too, for earlier BBQ enjoyment. You can shop for gifts and get a car wash, too.

4. Bootleggers Modern American Smokehouse

At 7217 East 1st Street, you can get BBQ classics with no problem, but this place stretches out from there with things like the Bacon Board starter with five rotating bacons, more than 10 sandwiches (including a smoked turkey melt), and brisket tacos. Get the St. Louis ribs, smoked turkey breast, or a smoked prime rib! For sides, try the smashed red goat cheese potatoes or smoked sweet corn, or go for mac and cheese with béchamel sauce and panko!


You may be going for some rustic barbecue, but there’s no reason you can’t go in a super-stylish new Cadillac XT5 and take the whole family or a bunch of friends. A used Cadillac Escalade would also be roomy enough for you to pick up a pile of smoked treats for a big backyard party. Pop over to Earnhardt Cadillac today and choose your next very fine ride!

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