The Joint

Barbecue restaurant · Bywater

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Where to Eat in New Orleans’s Bywater Neighborhood

"Expect a line at the Joint, the iconic barbecue spot where the wait is accompanied by whiffs of smoky, porky goodness. Dig into platters of burnt brisket ends, ribs slathered in vinegar-based sauce made at the restaurant, decadent mac and cheese — heck, why not top that dinner salad with more meat? Copious portions, friendly service, daily daiquiri specials: what’s not to love? For a city that was slow to embrace barbecue, the Joint is a tastemaker." - Beth D'Addono, Clair Lorell

https://nola.eater.com/maps/best-restaurants-bywater-new-orleans-nola

701 Mazant St, New Orleans, LA 70117 Get directions

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