(SavorNation) – Let’s face it, everyone can’t be a certified pitmaster. Not that there’s anything wrong with sporting an apron that proclaims your title as the keeper of the grates, but only a select few can actually keep up in the big leagues.
It’s why, no matter how many times we fire up the grill this season, we’ll likely still make the pilgrimage to our favorite barbecue joints to get a taste of those sweet burnt ends and brisket. Luckily, Yelp just dropped its list of the ‘Top 100 BBQ Restaurants in the US, according to Yelp Elites,’ so you can plan your summer road trips accordingly.
To create the list, Yelp identified businesses in the barbecue category and ranked each spot based on the volume and ratings from Yelp Elite Squad Members. The restaurants span the United States, with California having the highest concentration at 14 barbecue joints. Texas is a close second with 12, and Florida rounded out third with 7…