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Best BrisketChef-DrivenModern KC
Q39
Midtown, Kansas City, MO·$$·Est. 2014
9.12,900 reviews
Dish Guide
Best Brisket in Kansas City
The king of the smoker. Kansas City brisket is defined by its mahogany bark, deep smoke ring, and the balance between fat and lean. These are the pits that do it best.
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in BBQ Atlas
2
KC ClassicBest Burnt EndsLocal Favorite
Joe's Kansas City Bar-B-Que
Westwood, Kansas City, KS·$$·Est. 1996
9.84,200 reviews
3
Best Burnt EndsLocal Favorite
Slap's BBQ
Kansas City, KS·$
8.9
4
Competition StyleOverland Park
Brobeck's BBQ
Overland Park·$$
8.5
5
Competition BBQCraft Beer
Hawg Jaw Que & Brew
North Kansas City·$$
8.6
6
Cult FavoriteCash Only
LC's Bar-B-Q
East Side·$
9.0
7
Best RibsFull Experience
Jack Stack Barbecue
Freight House·$$$
8.7
8
Competition BBQLee's Summit
Blind Box BBQ
Lee's Summit·$$
8.3
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Brisket: A BBQ Atlas Original
The king of the smoker. Kansas City brisket is defined by its mahogany bark, deep smoke ring, and the balance between fat and lean. These are the pits that do it best.
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Brisket in BBQ Atlas — FAQ
What is Brisket?
The king of the smoker. Kansas City brisket is defined by its mahogany bark, deep smoke ring, and the balance between fat and lean. These are the pits that do it best.
Where can I find the best brisket in BBQ Atlas?
Q39 tops our BBQ Atlas brisket ranking.
How many BBQ Atlas restaurants serve brisket?
We've ranked 8 BBQ Atlas restaurants for their brisket.
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