Southern Living's Top 50 BBQ Joints of 2023: Ranking the Best in the South
2fiftybbq, a barbecue joint in Riverdale Park, Maryland, has been ranked #19 in Southern Living's Top 50 "Barbecue Joints Of 2023" list. Known for their personal spins on Texas-style barbecue, owners Fernando González and Debby Portillo offer slow-smoked meats, including prime and American wagyu brisket, St. Louis-style ribs, and poblano and cheese-laced sausages. Their Central American-inflected side dishes, such as fried plantains and red Central American kidney beans slow-simmered with brisket, have also garnered attention. 2fiftybbq expressed gratitude for the recognition and thanked their family, team, community, and the restaurant industry for their support.