With summer heating up, it's the perfect time to fire up your appetite for barbecue.

While recent Best of the Springs magazines have featured familiar barbecue favorites, a 2024 newcomer has claimed the top spot this year.

Whether you're planning a backyard celebration or just prefer to leave the grilling to the pros, here are the 7 best barbecue restaurants chosen by Gazette readers for the 2025 Best of the Springs magazine .

Note: Click on the restaurant's name to visit their website and view their menu.

7. Firehouse on the Run

Located in Black Forest, Firehouse on the Run has been smoking meats in-house for over 10 years . This barbecue spot serves all the comforting staples, plus broasted chicken — a cooking method that combines pressure frying and deep frying for a deliciousl

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