From the moment you hit the parking lot along Sunset Road, the aroma of smoked meats fills the air.
Four enormous, wood-fired smokers stand ready to carry on the traditions that started decades ago at this spot near Beatties Ford Road, when Bubba’s Barbecue was lauded by Southern Living and Thrillist as among the North Carolina greats.
Customers who enjoy tender pork ribs dripping with glossy sauce will find themselves plenty pleased at what is now Honey Pies BBQ & Smokehouse. Pair that with a side of mac and cheese, scratch-cooked collards and a giant square of cornbread, and you’ll be set…