Federal Hill Smokehouse – Erie, Pennsylvania
Pennsylvanians are serious foodies, especially when it comes to good old-fashioned barbeque. Taking this into account, Ryan and Autumn Atzeret decided to create their own BBQ restaurant in Erie. Federal Hill Smokehouse quickly become a neighborhood favorite. When you taste the brisket, deep-fried pulled pork, beef ribs, turkey, and sausage, you’ll have to agree that it deserves to be called the best in town.
Johnny’s Victory Diner – Burrillville, Rhode Island
John Hanaway’s career took many twists and turns until he finally took over Johnny’s Victory Diner. Rhonda, John’s wife, assisted him in making this cafe one of the most popular in Rhode Island. Since the 1930s, this establishment has been able to keep its unique flavor and character, even with new elegant breakfast dishes. Aside from being a top-rated diner, it also doubles as a BBQ spot on Friday nights, with briskets, pulled pork, and smoked ribs topping the menu, making the custom-designed barrel smoker work nonstop all day.