Here are the rec’s from our loyal group of foodie-librarians. You can search the listings by state, type of sauce, type of food, or the ASERL institution where the recommendation originated — almost anything. You’ll find a few spots that have been recommended more than once: Check out each description to get the inside scoop from multiple barbecue lovers. ENJOY!
Fresh Air Barbecue
1164 GA-42
Jackson, Georgia 30233
GA
https://www.freshairbarbecue.com/
Nearby University: University of Georgia
Approximate distance from University of Georgia: More than 10 miles
Description:
Rustic setting on Ga Highway 42 between Macon and Jackson. Friendly staff. Established 1929. Most any time you arrive, there are local, out of county, and out of state cars in the gravel lot.
If you could only eat one item on the menu:
bbq sandwich (actually I like the deluxe plate–bbq, good old white loaf bread, stew, pickle, and slaw)
Menu:
What type of entrees are available:
Pork
For traditional (“Southern”) barbecue restaurants: What type(s) of sauces are available?
Vinegar
Other:
Locally owned, No alcohol served