5 Best Barbecue Joints in Pueblo, Colorado to Try

Pueblo is a smoky, chile-tinged crossroads—it’s the town most associated with Colorado’s famous roasted green chiles, and it has a blue-collar spirit that makes barbecue deeply rooted in comfort, family, and soul.

Here, barbecue can mean anything from Texas brisket to pork ribs, smoked sausage, or even Southwest fusion plates layered with local chiles and Pueblo slaw.

1. Mr. Tandoori Urban Bar and Grill

While known for Indian food, Mr. Tandoori also turns out some fantastic fusion barbecue, often smoked with aromatic spices and, on occasion, local Pueblo chiles.

Look for special “BBQ Nights” where tandoori-smoked ribs or brisket are paired with naan and chutneys—an adventurous and very Pueblo spin on classic barbecue.

2. D.C.’s on B Street

D.C.’s makes classic Colorado barbecue their mission: big platters of ribs, brisket po’boys, and pulled pork sandwiches topped with housemade Pueblo slaw.

Their sides are pure comfort (mashed potatoes, BBQ beans, and fried okra), and everything is served up in a cozy, welcoming setting.

Their “green chile BBQ sauce” is a local favorite, and the Friday happy hour draws a lively local crowd.

3. Pass Key Restaurant

A true Pueblo institution, Pass Key is best known for its signature “Pass Key Special” sandwich—an Italian sausage link, grilled and served under peppers and onions.

But on weekends and for events, they offer a smoked brisket special topped with green chiles and mozzarella, a must for BBQ fusion hunters.

4. Rocco’s Riverside Deli

Known for its deli sandwiches but also for weekend smoked meat specials,

Rocco’s puts out flavorful pork shoulder, barbecue chicken, and even house-smoked turkey on platters or loaded baked potatoes.

Their homemade sauces range from sweet to tongue-tingling spicy, and you can always request a Pueblo green chile drizzle for local flavor.

5. Pete’s BBQ

A longtime local favorite, Pete’s serves up old-school ribs, brisket, chicken—and don’t forget the smoky pork sausage.

Everything is cooked over traditional wood and served diner-style. Fridays draw crowds for their “BBQ Feast” platters and spicy potato wedges.