If you are a foodie, then you know it's easy to find great food in Arkansas, but when a restaurant is recognized nationally for its food? Well, that's really big news.

We all love BBQ in fact, we love it so much that it wouldn't be surprising to find out it's in our DNA. My husband and I love to find those hidden gems when we are traveling. So, I'm excited to hear about this new place to try.

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Lovefood.com put together a list called The Best BBQ Restaurant in Every State.

If you are wondering what BBQ joints made the list in Texas and Oklahoma we found that out too!

In Texas The BBQ Place that made the list is... 

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Photo by Luis Santoyo on Unsplash
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Franklin BBQ in Austin Texas 

If you're ever in the Austin area this is the place to check out. More details at their website.

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In Oklahoma it's... 

Smokin' Joe's Rib Ranch in Davis 

This one is actually attached to an RV Park. Located off I-35 between Dallas and Oklahoma City. Check them out on Facebook 

 

 

And in Arkansas The Best BBQ Joint is ...

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The BBQ restaurant making the list in Arkansas is located in Little Rock which is a great thing considering it's so centrally located in the state.

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Photo by Luis Aleman on Unsplash
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Sim's Bar-B-Que in Little Rock

Here's what lovefood.com said about Sim's Bar-B-Que,

  An Arkansas institution, Sim’s Bar-B-Que dates all the way back to 1937 and has two locations in Little Rock. It’s not fancy but customers love the mom-and-pop vibe and friendly staff. What to order? One of the sandwiches (pork ribs, chopped pork, chopped beef, smoked sausage or bologna) on white bread and its signature sweet and tangy sauce.

 

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Have you been to Sim's? if you have, what's your favorite item on the menu?

If you are wondering what BBQ joints made the list in the other states you can find those here.

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