Big Nick's BBQ, nestled in the heart of Sylva, NC, is a barbecue lover's paradise. This family-run restaurant has garnered rave reviews for its flavorful offerings, particularly the brisket, praised for its tender, melt-in-your-mouth texture and rich flavor. Customer Zachary Callan declared the brisket "unbelievably good," and highlighted the tacos as a divine experience that even converts vegans. The Brisket Mac has also been a standout, enticing diners with its gooey texture and hint of spice.
While some diners like J L noted that the ribs and brisket could have been served hotter, the overall consensus celebrates the excellent service and palpable passion of the staff. The friendly atmosphere and genuine hospitality enhance the dining experience at Big Nick's. Jordan Smith's five-star review emphasizes the distinctive peppery rub on the brisket and the creamy mac and cheese, prompting him to journey two hours just for another taste. Nickolas Whidden, another satisfied customer, echoed this sentiment, remarking on the generous portions and variety of dishes.
For anyone in search of authentic barbecue, Big Nick's BBQ promises not only delightful food but also a warm, inviting environment. Simply put, it’s worth the drive for a taste of the best BBQ west of Asheville.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
Has outdoor seating
Offers kerbside pickup
Offers delivery
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves coffee
Serves comfort food
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Dining options
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Has catering
Has counter service
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has toilet
Has Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Quiet
Crowd
Family friendly
Good for groups
Popular with tourists
Planning
Doesn't accept reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs available
Has kids' menu
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking
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Reviews For Big Nick's BBQ
Zachary Callan
Jun 23,2025
Unbelievably good brisket. Fall apart full flavor. The tacos. The tacos. The Good Lord will take you right to heaven. And the Brisket Mac. You got a vegan girlfriend? Bring her here it'll change her life. She will be demanding meat and cheese for the rest of her life.
J L
Jun 15,2025
The service was excellent, and the food was delicious overall. However, the ribs and brisket could have been served at a hotter temperature, as they arrived just warm. Regardless, I look forward to returning!
Margaret Ray
May 26,2025
Great hospitality and customer services. Everything on my plate was full of flavor.
Jordan Smith
May 3,2025
An all around 5 star experience. Staff is friendly and the food oh man the food was delicious. I got a brisket platter with brisket Mac and cheese and fried okra. The peppery rub on the brisket was phenomenal, the Mac and cheese was gooey with a hint of spice. Maybe pepper jack cheese? In any case. 5/5 would drive the two hours it took me(I was in town for an entirely different reason) to eat here again. Excellent family run BBQ joint
Nickolas Whidden
Mar 30,2025
Best BBQ west of Asheville. Friendly staff and great BBQ. We had Brisket which was moist, Pork Sandwich had generous portions, and Turkey Melt. All were good. Brisket Mac was the best I have had. Beans, Onion rings, and Hush puppies were also good. We were staying in Waynesville. It was worth the drive. There are several brewery's near for afterwards.
L Cardinal
Mar 30,2025
We ordered take out for dinner. There were two of us so we got the half rack of ribs with sides of baked beans and onion rings. The ribs were very tender and had a little bit of spice to them. The meat was falling off the bone and so delicious. The baked beans had a nice tangy flavor with bits of meat in them. The onion rings were crispy with soft onions inside. There was plenty of food for the two of us. The cost was 20.00 so 10.00 each was great!
Guerry Riley
Mar 9,2025
Not expecting anything special about their BBQ. My wife and I were pleasantly surprised. The brisket and ribs were some of the tastiest I've had. My wife was blown away by the brisket tacos . We will definitely be back. Keep up the great work .
Caroline Kosnik
Mar 7,2025
We had Big Nicks cater our wedding and they were just amazing to work with! From the beginning, they were so helpful and made the process very easy for us. We got cocktail hour appetizers and a meal for an extremely reasonable price. The food was incredible, and the staff made sure everyone was taken care of! This is a great family business, and they will sure take care of you whether it’s a birthday, wedding, large event, or meal at their restaurant. I can’t say enough good things. Highly recommend!!
Reviews For Big Nick's BBQ