Apple City BBQ, located in the picturesque town of Taylorsville, NC, has quickly established itself as a must-visit destination for barbecue enthusiasts. With its charming diner atmosphere and both indoor and outdoor seating, the restaurant offers a welcoming environment to indulge in mouth-watering barbecue dishes.
Recent reviews highlight the standout service provided by staff members like Sonia, who ensures that guests feel well attended to. The menu features a range of offerings, but the brisket consistently earns rave reviews for its tenderness and rich flavor. Customers also spoke highly of the jalapeno sausage, BBQ cheese fries, and the innovative brisket pimento cheese egg rolls. Many diners noted the generous portions, ensuring that no one leaves hungry.
The combination of great smoked flavors and friendly service contributes to an inviting dining experience. Whether you're enjoying a casual meal or a family outing, Apple City BBQ promises delicious food and a cozy atmosphere. With frequent mentions of returning for second helpings, this local gem truly lives up to the excitement surrounding Carolina BBQ.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
Has outdoor seating
Offers delivery
Has drive-through
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
Highlights
Has fast service
Serves great dessert
Has great tea selection
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves coffee
Serves comfort food
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Dining options
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Has catering
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Crowd
Family friendly
Good for groups
Popular with tourists
Planning
Doesn't accept reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs available
Has kids' menu
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking
Pets
Dogs allowed outside
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Reviews For Apple City BBQ
Brian Dyer
Jun 30,2025
This place was great! To start our server Sonia was fantastic and took very good care of us! The ribs couldn’t have been any better! Brisket was stupid tender and jalapeno sausage...perfect...Great smoke flavor! Recommend the bbq cheese fries for appetizer. Great portions so you definitely won’t leave hungry!
James Matherly
Jun 25,2025
This place was definitely a gem that I found. The atmosphere is like an old town dinner. They had indoor and outdoor seating which is nice on a pretty day. I highly recommend if you want good food for decent price. The menu wasn't overwhelming or extensive. Basic bbq place but had many awards on the wall. Bbq sliders and the brisket pimento cheese eggrolls were amazing. My son liked that he got 8 nuggets instead of 4 like most place.
francis gudyka (Cakes)
Jun 12,2025
Stopped by today and was not disappointed. The staff was extremely friendly, and the food was out of this world. This was some of the best bbq I have had in a long time. The brisket just about melted in my mouth and was full of flavor. Will definitely be back for a second round before I head back home to NY. Carolina didn’t disappoint!!! Wish I did better on the pics, but smelled so delicious I couldn’t wait to dive in..
JMH HKY
May 31,2025
Stopped in for a late lunch. Was greeted and seated promptly. Order was placed and we had it in less than 5 minutes. BBQ and the fixings were very good. The jalapeno lime sauce was our favorite. We will be returning on a regular basis.
Kristi Antley (Roaming Redneck Writer)
May 6,2025
Every once in a while we find a local TREASURE!! Our waitress, Sonia, took the time to explain each entree and the food was AMAZING!! The brisket pimento cheese egg rolls were unbelievably delicious, as well as the brisket, bbq and ribs. I don’t usually like sweet potato casserole due to too much sugar, but theirs was on point!! You gotta try this place!
Jeannette Marrero
May 2,2025
The brisket was delicious . The Fries and the hush puppies were good. Didn’t like the barbecue chicken something was wrong with it and the Mac and cheese needs flavor. My son loved the sweet potato.
David Haygood
Apr 26,2025
This is a BBQ "joint". Comfortable tables with essentials right there, sauces and paper towels. Warm reception and knowledgeable server. Ample servings and good sides. Loved the Jalapeno cheese grits. Only open Thur, Fri, and Sat. As a sign on their wall said, "BBQ is The Answer, We forgot the question." Well the question is why should I drive 35 miles to Taylorsville on a lazy Saturday afternoon when I could be at home watching USA vs France at the Olympics? DAMN GOOD BBQ! 1. Brisket was excellent 10. I had slices from the flat, but could have requested point. Tender and well seasoned; I think with just salt & pepper. Visible smoke ring and smokey aroma. I did not use any sauce or a knife & fork. 2. Pulled Pork was excellent 10. I like that the meat was not run through a big chopper/grinder that renders your product into mush. It was tender strands of smokey goodness that I added a little of the vinegar sauce to. 3. St Louis Ribs get a 9. Fall-off the bone tender with a dry rub. The rub was a little strong for me so I added the sweet sauce to bring it down. My son wanted to over-rule me and make it a 10, but I told him to write his own review. I think he was mad because I only left him one. 4. Smoked Pulled Chicken was not on my plate this time. I will try it soon, because I am going back.
Tonya Stitches
Apr 21,2025
Food was good. Service was great. We got the pimento cheese brisket egg rolls with ranch. Smoke then fried wings with their rub, the rub was a bit much but still good. Hubs got the chicken nachos. He enjoyed the sauces and the white slaw was very good. Only one complaint, the napkins are terrible. Eating wings you need a good napkin. But that’s not that big of a deal really.
Reviews For Apple City BBQ