There’s a place in Benson, North Carolina where science meets smoke, where competition-grade barbecue is served daily to regular folks, and where the word “redneck” is worn as a badge of honor rather than an insult.
The Redneck BBQ Lab isn’t just another roadside joint with a quirky name – it’s a pilgrimage site for serious barbecue enthusiasts who understand that great BBQ is equal parts art, science, and a little bit of magic.
When you pull up to this unassuming building just off I-40, you might wonder if your GPS has played a cruel joke on you.
The modest exterior gives little hint of the flavor explosions happening inside…