Barbecue brings people together. Friends and family gather at the table to eat, laugh, and talk while enjoying pulled pork, ribs, brisket, chicken and delicious side dishes. But for some families, barbecue is a family business. Dave Poe, of Marietta, GA, embodies the idea of barbecue as a way of life. Dave's family has been in the barbecue business for many, many years. Dave got his start in barbecue with his father doing catering jobs and competitions around the city with Stump and Sons BBQ. Atlanta magazine recently recognized Dave Poe's BBQ as some of the best barbecue in the city and even gave him special recognition for his status as a champion pitmaster and as having the best cole slaw in all of Atlanta. The recent accolades in Atlanta magazine are just a recent reminder of the quality barbecue served on a daily basis at Dave Poe's. Over the past few years, Dave has earned glowing reviews from the Atlanta Journal Constitution and a devoted word-of-mouth following that keeps his restaurant packed every lunch and dinner. I recently stopped by to visit my good friend and mentor to grab a bite and some photos to share with each of you to remind you why you should make it a point to stop by and enjoy some of the fantastic food available at Dave Poe's BBQ.
Just an average lunch at Dave Poe's. Trophys on the wall and people enjoying some of the best barbecue that Atlanta has to offer.
Baby back ribs. Smoky and succulent.
Bayne Hayes - the happiest pitmaster you will ever meet. Another one of my mentors and a hell of a nice guy.
Beef rib with Atlanta's award winning macaroni and cheese. Think Flintstone's with a side of Heaven.
Dave Poe's BBQ brisket sandwich. Good enough to make a Texan say uncle.
The show stopper - pulled pork sandwich.
