Big Shanty Smokehouse

True to its namesake, Kennesaw's family-owned barbecue joint is indeed located within a shanty. For a taste of the best the restaurant has to offer, order Steve's Sampler. This comes with ribs, brisket, sausage and pork. Notable sides are the potato salad and beans, which spend time in the smoker, taking on the smokey flavor. It takes time for the meat to reach the savory succulence that Big Shanty Barbeque is known for. The meat is smoked for 13 hours and retains incredible juiciness and flavor. The restaurant also caters events in the area. If you're planning on feeding a big group, you may want to consider ordering one of the smoked meat selections to go (like the 12-to-13 pound whole smoked turkey).