Georgia Restaurant Serves The Best 'Bucket-List Barbecue' In The State

Tasty barbecue doesn't have to be limited to regions with famous takes on the cuisine, like smoked Texas-style brisket or Memphis' take on flavorful ribs, it can be found anywhere in the country.

According to a list compiled by Cheapism of the eateries serving up the best "bucket-list barbecue" in every state, the top spot for must-try barbecue in Georgia is Fresh Air Bar-B-Que in Jackson. The BBQ joint's website praises its "old-fashioned pit-cooked barbecue" as being "known nationwide for its slow cooking methods and consistency in quality."

Fresh Air Bar-B-Que , located at 1164 Highway 42 S, has a Google rating of 4.4 stars and more than 2,000 reviews. The restaurant has another location at 3076 Riverside Drive in Macon.

Here's what the site had to say about this tasty BBQ restaurant:

"The barbecue is simple and iconic at Fresh Air, a restaurant dating back to 1929. Chopped pork is about all you can get, though that's all you need when it's topped with Fresh Air's vinegar-based sauce and slapped on some white bread. Add a side of Brunswick stew, a regional specialty made with leftover bits of barbecued meat and vegetables."

Check out the full list at cheapism.com to see more of the best "bucket-list barbecue" spots around the country. You can also read up on our previous coverage of the Georgia eateries named among America's "top 100 BBQ spots" in 2024 .