
Triple Crown BBQ
A seasonal BBQ stand in Luray, VA, renowned for its authentic, slow-smoked Carolina-style meats and hearty sides.

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Triple Crown BBQ

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A seasonal BBQ stand in Luray, VA, renowned for its authentic, slow-smoked Carolina-style meats and hearty sides.
"The best BBQ I've ever had - melt in your mouth with great customer service!"
Check Your Order
Ensure all items are correct before leaving, especially when ordering takeout.
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Consider visiting during less busy times to minimize wait times.

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Cuisine
Barbecue
Price
Mid-range
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Authentic Carolina BBQ
Slow-smoked meats like ribs and pulled pork, crafted with care and served in generous portions.

Award-Winning Flavors
Taste the best BBQ in Virginia, with tender, smoky meats and delicious homemade sides.

Welcoming Outdoor Dining
Enjoy your meal in a charming outdoor setting, perfect for post-adventure relaxation.
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Check Your Order
Ensure all items are correct before leaving, especially when ordering takeout.
Visit Off-Peak
Consider visiting during less busy times to minimize wait times.
Pair with Local Beer
Take your BBQ to Hawksbill Brewing Company for a beer and BBQ combo.
Meet the Owner
The owner often greets customers personally, showcasing his passion for quality.
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Check Your Order
Ensure all items are correct before leaving, especially when ordering takeout.
Visit Off-Peak
Consider visiting during less busy times to minimize wait times.
Pair with Local Beer
Take your BBQ to Hawksbill Brewing Company for a beer and BBQ combo.
Meet the Owner
The owner often greets customers personally, showcasing his passion for quality.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Triple Crown BBQ is highly praised for its authentic, tender, and flavorful slow-smoked meats, with standout dishes like ribs and pulled pork sandwiches. Many appreciate the generous portions, delicious homemade sides, and the friendly, attentive service, especially from the owner. While overwhelmingly positive, some found the food underwhelming or not good value for money.
"Best food I had during my vacation - and I’m a picky eater! You can tell the owner made everything with a lot of care. Excellent food and service. The surroundings are amazing and the outdoor seating area was set up very nicely. We even reordered the corn muffins and had delicious ribs and sausage. “How can you make such tasty baked beans?”, I said. Thanks for checking in on us multiple times. We wish you all the best from the Netherlands!"
Stephanie Yap
"The food was buzzing! The rack of ribs were so tender, you would taste the smoky flavor in them. The cold beef sandwich was also perfectly good, as well as the potato salad and coleslaw. The owner (I assumed) was greeting everyone. Everyone who was working there was so kind and accommodating. And before I forgot to mention, the Crown BBQ sauce is so Goooooooood🤤"
Lean Word
"Great food, without doubt, we had the sampler and a pulled pork sandwich with corn muffins, and it was delicious. It was fast, the staff very friendly, the owner came to ask us if we had liked the food, almost perfect.
The smokiness was well balanced and perfect in the chicken and the pork. The meat was good, but I would eat a whole chicken or a rack of ribs rather than the meat or sausage.
But, you probably eat the chicken and the ribs with your hands and there's not a place to clean your hands, you have to ask for some wet wipes to get the sauce out from your fingers... a tap and a basin would be perfect.
If you go to Luray, its a very nice place to try something different."
Javier Vasquez
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Frequently Asked Questions
The ribs and pulled pork sandwiches are highly recommended, often described as tender, smoky, and delicious.
Triple Crown BBQ is primarily a seasonal stand with outdoor picnic table seating. They also offer catering.
The restaurant is seasonal, typically open from Spring to Fall, often on weekends. It's best to check for specific operating days.
Yes, it's recommended to take your meal to Hawksbill Brewing Company to enjoy with a beer, as the brewery doesn't serve food.
Yes, they are knowledgeable and easily handle food allergies and intolerances, including gluten-free.
Popular sides include potato salad, coleslaw, and baked beans, all described as homemade and delicious.
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Triple Crown BBQ serves some of the best and most authentic Carolina BBQ. Located right in Luray, VA, they slow-smoke their menu in small batches every day. They make the best BBQ in the area and make sure their sides hold up to the same standards as their meat too. With an excellent potato salad and cole slaw, you’ll enjoy the sides (almost) as much as their delicious BBQ.
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Offerings include pulled pork, smoked chicken, racks of ribs, smoked sausage, and tri-tip sirloin accompanied by a variety of side dishes. There is no place to eat inside, so Shannon and I love to take their BBQ to Hawksbill Brewing Company and enjoy with a beer (the brewery doesn’t serve food, so customers are allowed to bring their own).
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