Wichita’s All Things Barbecue was ranked the No. 1 independent barbecue store in America in a new survey by financial media company MarketBeat. Two other Kansas stores also made the list of 135 top locally-owned barbecue shops.
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Here are key takeaways:
- MarketBeat surveyed 3,009 consumers to identify the best independent barbecue stores across the country, releasing its list of 135 top shops on July 7.
- All Things Barbecue, located in Wichita’s Delano District, took the No. 1 spot. MarketBeat credited its national following in part to Chef Tom’s YouTube channel and described the store as “a genuine destination stop for serious barbecue fans passing through Kansas.”
- The shop stocks Yoder grills, smokers, rubs and sauces, according to MarketBeat.
- The Kansas City BBQ Store in Olathe ranked No. 9, praised as “a true one-stop shop” that also sells meat alongside grills, smokers, rubs and sauces.
- Wichita BBQ Store came in at No. 77, with MarketBeat noting its tight focus on pellet grills, smokers and related accessories and seasonings.
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