Pompano Beach sits where South Florida’s easygoing vibe meets a wave of food creativity, powered by tropical weather and a melting pot of cultures.
Its barbecue scene is just as lively: you’ll find classic Southern smokehouses, Caribbean-tinged BBQ, and seafood-fused creations that give nods to the ocean.
Here, the pit smoke mingles with salt air, leading to a unique mix of ribs, jerk chicken, brisket, and even conch fritters on the side. Here are the local favorites putting Pompano BBQ on the map.
Fat Boyz Barbecue
Fat Boyz became a local household name serving low-and-slow classics with big Southern flavor.
From fall-off-the-bone St. Louis ribs to fatty brisket with just the right ring of smoke, their barbecue wins people over with consistency and that must-try secret sauce.
The burnt ends draw rave reviews, as do sides like the mac and cheese and creamy potato salad.
Expect a laid-back vibe and portions made for serious appetites.
Mississippi Sweets Bar-B-Q
Known for blending Mississippi Delta flavors with South Florida sunshine, this spot’s signature is tender pulled pork (topped with a sweet-tangy slaw if you want to eat like a regular).
Ribs are cooked to that magical point where the meat slides right off the bone.
Uniquely, their namesake “Mississippi Sweets” are deep-fried sweet potato chips that regulars crave as much as the meat.
Troy’s Bar-Be-Que
What started as a take-away stand in Boynton Beach, Troy’s now serves some of the area’s best soul food and barbecue—thanks to three generations of pitmaster recipes.
Their Pompano location brings smoky spare ribs, jerk chicken dripping with peppery flavor, and some of the juiciest turkey wings you’ll find in the region.
Don’t pass up their collard greens or spicy house sauce.
Scruby’s Bar-B-Q
A Florida BBQ standby since 1995, Scruby’s leans toward hearty Southern classics. Hickory-kissed brisket, meaty pork ribs, and smoky turkey breast headline a menu that feels both nostalgic and reliably tasty.
The setting is classic barbecue joint—red-checkered, friendly, and family-centered—perfect for piling up platters and digging in with friends.
Smokey Bones
Though it’s a regional chain, Smokey Bones Pompano Beach location is a local go-to for barbecue cravings.
They smoke their meats right in-house and offer a huge sampler (the “Meat Sweats”) for indecisive carnivores.
At happy hour, locals love their loaded BBQ nachos and specialty cocktails—making it a lively option for both food and fun.
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