There are moments when you walk into a restaurant and just know you’ve found something special. That’s exactly what happened when I stepped into Midwood Smokehouse, drawn by the intoxicating aroma of hardwood smoke drifting through downtown Raleigh.
The place sits at 409 W Johnson St, Raleigh, and let me tell you, it’s become my barbecue obsession. When North Carolina does barbecue, it doesn’t whisper, it sings in smoky, tender, mouthwatering harmony.
From the moment I settled into my seat, surrounded by vintage license plates and a vibe that somehow balances roadhouse casual with upscale comfort, I felt at home. The energy was buzzing, the staff greeted me like an old friend, and I could see smoke rings dancing in my future…