BBQ Restaurants in Maryland

When Guy Fieri rolled into Maryland with his cherry-red Camaro, he discovered that the Old Line State takes its barbecue seriously—and does it with distinctive Baltimore flair. Over the years spanning 2008 to 2020, Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives has showcased 2 smokin’ BBQ joints in Maryland, and impressively, every single one remains open today, serving up the same crave-worthy ‘cue that caught Guy’s attention.

Baltimore stands as the undisputed BBQ capital of Maryland’s Triple D scene, claiming both featured restaurants. Leading the pack are The Smoking Swine and Chaps Pit Beef, each boasting stellar 4.6-star ratings from devoted fans. These aren’t your typical low-and-slow operations—Maryland brings its own attitude to the BBQ game, from pit beef piled high on Kaiser rolls to creative smoked creations that keep locals and visitors coming back for more.

With an average rating of 4.6 stars across all featured spots, Maryland’s BBQ scene proves that great smoked meat isn’t just a Southern thing. Ready to take a flavorful road trip through Charm City’s best?