The Mecca for BBQ is in Lexington, NC. Everything else is a pale substitute. Try eating at either "Lexington BBQ" or "BBQ Center." They are the two best versions of Lexington BBQ. When you order a plate also order a "Cheerwine" to go with it. Another Western Carolina invention. Delicious. Don't forget to finish with a serving of Banana Pudding. Yum.
Yeah right. Try Hog Heaven in Little Washington or Parkers in Wilson. Even Stamey's in Greensboro is better that anything in Lexington.
Cheerwine with BBQ?!? Yech. That's like drinking a Tab with a Moonpie. There are only two drinks that go with BBQ. Sundrop (preferred) or sweet tea if the restaurant and any corner store within a 2 mile radius has run out of Sundrop. But never, never Cheerwine.
Matter of fact I can't think of one good use for Cheerwine.. :) (lifelong Sundrop drinker, the Western North Carolina creation)
Whipped cream or meringue on that banana pudding?