Best Barbecue in Atlanta | Eater Atlanta

"This wildly popular barbecue pop-up became a brick-and-mortar in July 2024. Pitmaster Avery Cottrell’s fusion of Viet-Cajun and Texas-style barbecue has had people lining up out the door for dishes such as blue crab claws with pickled chili vinegar and fish sauce caramel wings to more traditional brisket, pulled pork, and smoked chicken topped with fresh herbs. Despite some customers expressing reviews critical of inconsistent quality and service, Gene’s is still arguably one of the more popular establishments in the area, competing with more traditional barbecue joints with their creativity and fun vibe." - Candy Hom