Hungry for some of the best ribs in St. Pete and Clearwater? Fewer places do ribs better than these barbecue restaurants in St. Petersburg and Clearwater, FL. You would hope these Southern cities could perfect their St. Pete ribs and they did just that.

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Check out the best places to get ribs in St. Pete and Clearwater if you want to try some of the best bbq in the area. For more barbecue in St. Pete and Clearwater restaurants, 727area is your go-to guide for all the best places to eat in St. Pete and Clearwater.

Urban Brew and BBQ
4.6  5 Rating (4)
2601 Central Ave, St. Petersburg FL, 33713
Urban Brew and BBQ is the place to be for delicious craft beers and slow smoked barbecue in the heart of Downtown St. Pete's Grand Central District. Stop...
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4385 Park Blvd, Pinellas Park FL, 33781
From slow-smoked favorites like pulled pork, ribs, brisket and more, to homemade sauces and service that defines Southern hospitality, Sonny's is Southern...
Smokin J's BBQ
4.6  5 Rating (2)
5145 Gulf Blvd., Gulfport FL, 33707
For a taste of real, Texas BBQ in the heart of Gulfport, there's no better choice than Smokin' J's. Enjoy ribs, chicken, brisket, and more, all smoked...
Dr. BBQ
4.4  5 Rating (1)
1101 1st Ave S, Saint Petersburg FL, 33705
Ray Lampe, known to the world as “Dr. BBQ,” is stoking the fire on a new endeavor. With partners Suzanne and Roger Perry, owners of the Datz, Dough,...
Smokin 19
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3080-3090 34th St N, Saint Petersburg FL, 33713
We Smoke Everything! Live Music Every FRIDAY and FREE Pool Everyday! We smoke everything!
M-N-M BBQ and Tampa Pig Roast
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2827 16 St. N., Saint Petersburg FL, 33704
We bring the "Q" to you! Please visit us at the Saturday Morning Market Oct-May. Mobile BBQ and more for all your catering needs!
4.5  5 Rating (1)
12211 49th St. N., Clearwater FL, 33762
Get your real, slow smoked, southern barbecue on at Poppa's BBQ in Clearwater. Chow down on some fall off the bone ribs, chopped brisket, chicken, pulled...
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2693 Gulf to Bay Blvd, Clearwater FL, 33759
Smokey Bones Bar & Fire Grill specializes in bold food, drinks & life in general. The games are on, the drinks are cold, the bartenders are hot, the food's...
Q Southern Outpost
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587 Main St, Dunedin FL, 34698
"Q" Southern Outpost is the little sister to "Q" Southern BBQ and located in Caledonia Brewery. Here we take our traditional BBQ style and put a fun spin...
Brady's Backyard BBQ
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340 Main St., Safety Harbor FL, 34695
Open 7 days a week, Brady's Backyard BBQ features some of the most mouthwatering, fall off the bone fresh BBQ in all of the Tampa Bay Area. They have a very...
Eli's Bar B Que
5.0  5 Rating (1)
360 Skinner Blvd, Dunedin FL, 34698
Even though Eli's is only open two days a week (Friday and Saturday) it is a Dunedin favorite for authentic BBQ. The restaurant is small with outdoor seating...
Rib Shack BBQ
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426 W Bay Dr, Largo FL, 33774
Humble counter serve dishing out heaping portions of BBQ sandwiches & dinners, plus classic sides.
Abe's Place
5.0  5 Rating (1)
1250 South Missouri Ave., Clearwater FL, 33756
Abe's Place Tap & Grill has an upbeat atmosphere that appeals to all ages. It's a great place for lunch or dinner. We offer soups, salads, sandwiches,...
Frenchy's Rockaway Grill
4.4  5 Rating (4)
7 Rockaway Street, Clearwater Beach FL, 33767
Frenchy's is a local favorite for great seafood that is popular among the tourists as well. With many locations in the area, Frenchy's is Family friendly,...
Grillsmith | Countryside
5.0  5 Rating (1)
2539 Countryside Blvd, Ste 6, Clearwater FL, 33761
The heart and soul of one man goes into every GrillSmith meal we prepare. That man is the GrillSmith. Just as a goldsmith perfects his craft, the GrillSmith...