Best Barbecue Restaurants in Phoenix, Arizona | Eater Phoenix

"This humble eatery in Avondale has grown into the West Valley’s most hyped spot for in-the-know barbecue enthusiasts. Eric’s Family Barbecue nails not only the usual meats — brisket, ribs, pulled pork, turkey — but higher-difficulty specialties like pastrami and beef ribs. The spot utilizes oversized offsets smokers and mesquite wood. Service is cafeteria style, an evolving menu is scrawled on butcher paper, and a few seats sit in the shade outside. Other popular orders include golden-fried tacos dorados and a cheesy, no-frills elote that deserves a place on your tray." - Chris Malloy