Sam Jones BBQ
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Eastern North Carolina whole hog, wood-fired and done right, in the heart of Raleigh.
Sam Jones BBQ brings the Eastern Carolina tradition to West Lenoir Street: whole hog, cooked over wood, no apology for simplicity. Open daily from 11 a.m., it's the kind of place that understands hog barbecue doesn't need embellishment — just heat, time, and respect for the animal.
This is straightforward work. You know what you're getting. Come hungry.
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