Allen & Son Pit Cooked Bar-b-q
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| MONDAY | : | CLOS | - | |
| TUESDAY | : | 10:00AM | - | 8:00PM |
| WEDNESDAY | : | 10:00AM | - | 8:00PM |
| THURSDAY | : | 10:00AM | - | 8:00PM |
| FRIDAY | : | 10:00AM | - | 8:00PM |
| SATURDAY | : | 7:00AM | - | 8:00PM |
| SUNDAY | : | CLOS | - |
Customer Reviews (53 reviews)
Croqueteer
on Citysearch Oct 15, 2009For me, pork barbecue sandwiches are the real test for Eastern Carolina Barbecue. I grew up on it, and my standards are high. Allen and sons simply has the best available. I get it with slaw on top and add some Texas... (more)
CodyShive
on Citysearch Oct 14, 2009First time there is the last time there. Painful hostess, server who ignored us after delivering the dinner, and burned fish were only part of what made the experience something that made me want to stop by Harris... (more)
4plusdog
on Citysearch Oct 10, 2009We've lived all over the country and our last two stops Norfolk, VA and Kansas City, MO had dives that were incredibly good. Expectations were high with Allen & Son. I first saw it getting lost trying to take a short cut... (more)
sherric
on Citysearch Jul 04, 2009My nephew came up for a visit from his native Florida, and "loves good barbeque". After a visit to the local, award-winning Hog Heaven (Roxboro), which we all rated as great, I wanted to take him to the famous Pit in... (more)
antonioego
on Citysearch Apr 24, 2009My first review had been triggered by a sad example for hospitality. Coming from the Waldorf school I tried to pick up a nice picnic for my folks. Nothing on the outside of the building served as an indicator for a... (more)
Ander
on Citysearch Apr 02, 2009Great palce to bring friends that want to eat NC BBQ. I am a fan of all BBQ styles, but Allen and Sons is my favorite. (more)
BBQMeister
on Citysearch Mar 29, 2009I thought the BBQ was some of the best I have ever had - tender, juicy, good flavor. The warm butter-vinegar-pepper sauce was really good. The sides were average at best. The peanut butter pie was very good. But the... (more)
mystikallimitz02
on Citysearch Jan 16, 2009I've eaten at just about all the BBQ places in the triangle and this one takes the cake...easily. To the people that said it wasn't good...your taste buds must have left you long ago or you're just a complete moron who... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Jan 04, 2009The first lesson I learned with going to this restaurant is you need to call ahead of time to see if they are open. If they are open be sure to jump straight into your car with the GPS, because this place is in the middle of NO... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Oct 19, 2008If you happen to be driving between Chapel Hill and Hillsborough you will pass Allen & Son Barbeque (you might not realize it though). They always have a full house of people ordering up their famous barbeque... (more)
kanadakid
on Citysearch Aug 21, 2008Pay no attention to the reviews that stated dissappointment or expecting a tomato based sauce. This is a cross between Eastern style and Lexington. Wood smoked port shoulders with a vinegar based dip /sauce. Hush... (more)
BigGates
on Citysearch Jul 05, 2008I'm sorry, but I really have to question the people who have claimed this was the BBQ they've ever had. At best, Allen&Son's BBQ was no better than something you can find prepackaged in any grocery store in the frozen... (more)
violagurl2008
on Citysearch Jun 18, 2008My husband and I are visiting the area, and we found this place on Citysearch. It's definitely a local "hole in the wall" place but very clean in side, and very nice, friendly people. Don't be intimidated by the... (more)
jww2nc
on Citysearch Mar 20, 2008I'm a Yankee, I admit it. I've lived here in NC for 6 years and I've brought every guest ever to Allen+Sons and not one of them hasn't walked out with a grin on their faces. If they come back to NC, my guests ALWAYS request a... (more)
yankeebumpkin
on Citysearch Feb 17, 2008I have traveled in 40 states and had what many places call Barbecue. One observation I have made on dining establishments of all types. If you show up at 7:30 P.M. weekday or weekend and the parking lot is empty, you sit... (more)
msmarlowe
on Citysearch Jan 11, 2008Decided to check it out after rave reviews -- they were all wrong! Half of my bbq sandwich was fat and the hushpuppies were cold (they could have even been frozen). To top it off, service was horrible - never got my straw... (more)
kenstark
on Citysearch May 07, 2007I watched a documentary on PBS about barbeque (one of the trickiest things I've ever tried to make) and several barbeque places from around the country were featured. Allen and Son's was one of them. I have had... (more)
jes71
on Citysearch Apr 13, 2007I went to Allen and Son's restaurant craving some good ribs after having some EXCELLENT ribs at Rub's on Chapel Hill Blvd in Morrisville. Unfortunately, Rub's is closed on Saturdays, so after reading all of the great... (more)
quetick
on Citysearch Mar 16, 2007I've been to over 120 different BBQ establishments in both east and west North Carolina in the last 4 years. I've seen them come and go. Of those 120 restaurants, Allen & Son is consistantly in my top 5 in the state. What... (more)
noelbrn
on Citysearch Mar 08, 2007Decided to try this place out after hearing and reading so many good things about it. Man, was I disappointed. I stopped in just after the lunch hour and was met with multiple friendly greetings directing me at take any... (more)
palex9
on Citysearch Feb 25, 2007recently went there for lunch at around 2 pm on a sunday. the place was still packed but we didn't wait more than 5 minutes to get seated. atmosphere: country road-side joint, which it actually is. i had the typical bbq... (more)
abailey
on Citysearch Feb 23, 2007Allen & Sons is absolutely the best bbq in NC.....I guess that's why the place is always packed!! The pulled pork is tender, juicy with just the right amount of succulent sauce...just the way us eastern North... (more)
lecach
on Citysearch Aug 24, 2006We went to Allen and Son last night after seeing a t.v. documentary about bbq that featured this restaurant. We were the only ones there at 5:00 on a Thursday night. As soon as we walked in with our toddler the waitress... (more)
roastbeefalo
on Citysearch Jul 06, 2006I've been in NC 1 year now, and have tried 4 bbqs (Allen and sons, Bullocks, Q shack, and one other). Allen and sons beats them all by a mile. The pig is awesome, tender, good flavor, and piled on. I usually order a... (more)
Lucy F.
on Judys Book Apr 07, 2006Allen and Son's has delicious fresh made BBQ. It is a little off the beaten path, but once you visit you won't mind the drive. All of the sides are excellent, my favorite being fried okra. Make sure you save room for... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Apr 04, 2006A little bit off the beaten path, but a true NC BBQ restaurant (BBQ sauce is vinegar based and sandwiches are served with coleslaw on top). Excellent BBQ with great side items (my favorite is fried okra). Make sure to... (more)
Melissa L.
on Judys Book Feb 06, 2006Allen and Son's Pit Cooked BARBQ is the best barbecue, hands down. They roast their pigs slowly over hardwoods Lexington style to get the best flavor. The potato salad and coleslaw are great fixins too. The... (more)
L G.
on Judys Book Sep 19, 2005Allen & Son is the perfect southern barbecue experience. It's not fancy, but it is the best home cooked barbecue around. Everything from the barbecue to the slaw to the hushpuppies is wonderful. They also sell really... (more)
Amanda B.
on Judys Book Aug 31, 2005I love Allen and Son Pit Cooked BBQ. They've got really great BBQ, obviously, in generous portions. The "regular" size sandwich is more than I can handle, but my husband always gets the large which looks to me like... (more)
Abbey T.
on Judys Book Aug 27, 2005North Carolina takes its Barbecue very, very seriously. But Allen & Son, nestled in the woods on the outskirts of Chapel Hill, is a very serious Barbecue joint. This down home cookery is BBQ at its finest - moist,... (more)
Kristine L.
on Judys Book Aug 04, 2005We had heard good things about Allen & Son so we headed down there for lunch one day. We were a little overdressed in our khaki shorts and tshirts. The people there were very very nice. It was not the most clean place I've... (more)
beckymcelroy
on Citysearch Jan 30, 2005One visit to Allen & Son converted me into a barbeque fanatic. I have yet to find that same depth of flavor anywhere else. It is consistently outstanding, along with the homemade desserts you can only find in... (more)
Contributor
on Citysearch Sep 07, 2004<b>In Short</b><br>The menu offers more than barbeque and ribs, but that's what you'll see on most people's plates. The barbeque sauce--hot peppers, a bit of salt, sugar and cider vinegar to balance the fat--and... (more)
tinymontgomery
on Citysearch Aug 10, 2003I've eaten here for 15+yrs and can attest that Allen's is, sauce-dripping hands down, simply the best 'que in the Triangle. A key reason for the great taste is the pork is still cooked the traditional... (more)
LHS_Wolf
on Citysearch May 21, 2003This is easily the best in the Triangle. Pork is cooked over hickory coals, great slaw, great potato salad, and made-from-scatch pies. The only thing that could stand improvement is the tea. But really, nothing... (more)
pavelslozil
on Citysearch Jan 08, 2003Allen & Son Barbecue may not be pretty, but it suuuure is good. Though a transplanted Yankee, I have lived in the South almost 25 years and I've eaten a ton of barbecue. Allen & Son's is the real deal; tasty, consistent,... (more)
davidterrenoire
on Citysearch Dec 25, 2002I like Bullocks, don't get me wrong, but for the finest barbecue in this part of NC, nothing comes close to the hickory-smoked cue from Allen & Son. It's the real deal. (more)
rookie_gourmet
on Citysearch Nov 20, 2002I've lived in NC, GA, AR, and NE: Allen and Son is what smoked pig is all about. A little pricey for cue, but the home-made fries are worth it. (more)
tomsusie
on Citysearch Nov 06, 2002BBQ sandwiches are the best -- stacked high with meat & slaw. Absolutely mouth watering. Add Alan & Sons special BBQ sauce to add a touch of heat. (more)
nashkato
on Citysearch Nov 04, 2002Allen & Son is top notch. The north Chapel Hill location is wood-fired, essential for true flavor. Nothing better for 50 miles around. Using the old Washington Post rating scale of "crummy but good," I'd give Allen... (more)
blbuffy
on Citysearch Oct 23, 2002Great barbecue! This restaurant is just what it's name says, Barbecue. The best in this area. If you are looking for a waitstaff in tuxcedos, crystal and china .This not your place, If you are looking for the best... (more)
pcsirke
on Citysearch Oct 02, 2002We go there often. Great barbecue, fast service and good value. (more)
crazyivan
on Citysearch Sep 26, 2002i've been to allen & son a few times and i believe it is the best in durham, but it is NOT the best anywhere. there are a half dozen restaurant in lexington, nc that beat this hands down. the 1st time i ate here was the best and... (more)
jplant
on Citysearch Sep 23, 2002Allen and Son Barbeque is simply the best barbeque place I have ever eaten. It is so tender and moist, the service is always fast, and the price is very cheap. The other food items they have, are equally delicious. I... (more)
csimsic
on Citysearch Sep 17, 2002Barbecue is moist and lean and piled high on the bun. Coconut chess pie is out of this world ! Clearly worth a drive from Raleigh. (more)
graghost1
on Citysearch Sep 06, 2002You can't beat the service or the food. the prices are good too. Best BBQ in N.C. next to SPEEDY'S in lexington. (more)
alicenor
on Citysearch Aug 16, 2002Allen and Son is as down and dirty and good as it gets. The barbecue along with the Southern sides are unmatched. Not a date place but if you are looking for a greasy ultimate tasting southern barbecue meal, this is it.... (more)
Church
on Citysearch Jul 29, 2002This BBQ the way it should be. No frills, no ambience, not even tablecloths. Just great-tasting eastern-NC style BBQ and a lot of it. The homemade ice cream and pecan pie for dessert was the perfect topper.... (more)
VikingTiff
on Citysearch Jul 25, 2002The BEST barbecue EVER made... tender, juicy, flavorful... and excellent cole slaw and hush puppies to accompany. Desserts are HEAVENLY. (more)
klstayathome
on Citysearch Jul 17, 2002I've heard great things about Allen and Son. Well, my husband and I finally went (Hwy 86). I was so disappointed. The food was average (although the homecut french fries were terrific). The service was horrible. It... (more)
klrowell
on Citysearch Jul 17, 2002The BBQ is great. Not too vinegary so my Yankee friends like it too. The homemade ice cream and desserts are awesome! The decor is quite nostalgic with old prints on the walls that my grandparents once had, old wash... (more)
the_mole
on Citysearch Jul 09, 2002I have eaten at other places, such as Bullock's. And I don't consider Goldsboro or Smithfield as being part of the Triangle. Allen & Son has the best pork around, however, and the hush puppies are to die for. They've had... (more)