Wilson County Barbecue celebrates pit-smoked, whole hog barbecue done the old-fashioned way in a comfortable gathering place replete with Southern hospitality and unfussy charm.
Headed by native North Carolinian Spencer Brantley, our barbecue is cooked in the traditional Eastern North Carolina, pit-smoked whole hog style, using recipes and techniques handed down through generations of the Brantley family of Wilson County, North Carolina. Wilson County Barbecue is a beacon for the best authentic Eastern North Carolina Barbecue, and for good times day and night.
Join us for lunch, dinner or brunch on Saturday + Sunday 9am-3pm. Let us cater your event! We offer pick-up and drop-off catering. We also offer semi-private event space in-house!
Based on 451 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.5 stars. Price $$
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Curbside pickup ✔️ No-contact delivery
Address:
82 Hanover St Suite 8, Portland, ME 04101
Phone: (207) 956-7788
Website:
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Hours
| Monday
(Labor Day)
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11 AM–10 PM
Hours might differ
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| Tuesday |
11 AM–10 PM |
| Wednesday |
11 AM–10 PM |
| Thursday |
11 AM–10 PM |
| Friday |
11 AM–12 AM |
| Saturday |
9 AM–12 AM |
| Sunday |
9 AM–10 PM |
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Reviews
Mark Epel’baum
Wilson’s has some of the best happy hour in town. Cannot beat the deal on wings. All snacks are half off and served as a generous portion. Kale salad was summery, light, and refreshing. Plenty of indoor and outdoor seating with fire pits.
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Crystal Monkman
Cute and easy spot for BBQ. We enjoyed the pulled pork, pork belly and coleslaw. We thought the chicken was a little over brined/heavy dill taste.
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Tony García
Wilson County Barbecue is my go-to place for some of the best fried chicken biscuit in town. The friendly service and great draft list only add to the experience. I’m willing to drive 70-100 miles just to get a taste of their great food. Their BBQ is top-notch, and the beautiful brick building gives it a cozy feel.
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The Shepcoon
This is, hands down, the best BBQ I have had in a long time if not ever. Every item is just delicious to eat. I am excited to go back and this time… I’m bringing friends! A must try. A+ service and I can’t give a good enough rating on the food. ✨ The fried pickles and homemade Jalapeno ranch is out of this world. Do yourself a favor and try it.
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PaMaG
If your looking for some Scrumptious BBQ, Friendly Service, Relaxed Atmosphere, Fluffy (plus Size people) Friendly Seating No Arms on the Chairs This is the place for you! We will be going back when we are in the area again.
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Maureen McAdams
Really good fried chicken, baked beans and hush puppies. Long wait for getting our food, but it was father’s day. Worth the wait for sure will be back.
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Amaury S
We have been to Wilson County Barbecue close to half a dozen times in the past year, and we’ve never left disappointed. As a matter of fact, the more we visit this restaurant the more we love it. It reminds me of some of the incredible southern food we’ve had in Georgia and North Carolina, albeit a bit more expensive. We have tried most of their menu and are always beyond satisfied with the quality of the food and how delicious everything is.
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Katie Hall
Update, I tried the fried chicken biscuit with gravy and it was tasty. It was a bit on the salty side of things but that’s how I like my food! Also had the pork belly and pulled pork– both super tasty.
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Patrick van der Loo
Had take out for four
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Whitney Roberts
My first visit here was this past weekend when I was in Portland for a wedding. I’m originally from the south, so I am always preparing for disappointment at BBQ places outside of that region.
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