The Pit BBQ

We’re truly grateful and honored to share that we’ve been selected for the @michelinguide American South recommended list! This recognition means the world to us. We’re so thankful for our incredible team — your hard work, dedication, and heart shine through in everything you do. And to our amazing guests, thank you for your endless support, love, and for sharing so many meals and memories with us. You’re the reason we do what we do. A huge congratulations to all the North Carolina restaurants featured in MICHELIN’s inaugural American South selection. We’re so proud to be in such delicious company!

After an entire day of basketball, nothing beats Carolina BBQ! 🏀🍖⁠ ⁠ Greetings, Phenom Hoops in Raleigh! 🏀 ⁠ ⁠ Looking forward to seeing everyone on the patio at The Pit Authentic Barbecue this weekend! ☀️

Summer starts with really good BBQ 🍖🔥⁠ ⁠ Bring the flavor of The Pit home with our homemade BBQ sauce, the perfect addition to your grill nights all season long.

Caps off to the Class of 2026 🎓 To the grads, families and friends who made it happen- this table’s for you! Your celebration awaits here with us! 🎊

Cheesy barbecue fries + banana pudding = the combo you didn’t know your life was missing ✨

Calling everyone who loves their mom (so…everyone 💐) Make her smile a little bigger this Mother’s Day by treating her to lunch or dinner at The Pit. Because she deserves great food, extra love, and zero cooking for once. 💗 This is the perfect way to say “thank you” to the woman who does it all. Reservations are filling up- grab a table before they are gone!

‘Cuegrass 2026 was one for the books! High-energy sets, dancing in the streets, incredible vendors, food, and beer. Downtown Raleigh showed out in the best way. Thanks for being part of it and helping us celebrate 16 years of what makes this community so special 💚

‘Cuegrass weekend is HERE, y’all!!! 🎉🔥 Here’s your game plan before you roll in:⁠ ⁠ 📍 Fayetteville St. | Saturday, April 18 | 12–6PM⁠ 🎉 Keep the party going at the afterparty at @raleightimesbar with @cloudsbrewing raleigh from 6–10PM⁠ 💳 We’re cashless: tap it, swipe it, keep it movin’⁠ 🍺 Grab a nice cold beer from @foothillsbrewing and stay hydrated ⁠ 🎨 Kids Zone = big fun for the little ones 🛍️ Come hungry for @thepitbbq , stay dancing, then shop your way through the @trianglepopup Vendor Village⁠ 💸 Every bite, sip, and step supports local causes, so you can feel extra good about having a great time⁠ ⁠ 🔥 BBQ. 🍺 Beer. 🎶 Bluegrass. Downtown never looked so good. ⁠ SWIPE for the band lineup, menu, parking tips, and more! We can't wait to see you tomorrow!

Cuegrass merch drop!! T-shirts, hats, Koozies, and cups 🧢 Come grab yours this Saturday 📆 We are excited to see everyone repping the merch!

'Cuegrass is THIS SATURDAY! Fun on Fayetteville and Hargett Street almost ALL day! ✨ A celebration of North Carolina’s best: whole-hog barbecue + bluegrass ❤️ 100% of proceeds benefit local children’s charities 🐖 @thepitbbq serving up ‘cue all day 🍺 @foothillsbrewing bringing local brews 🎶 Two stages of live music 🎨 Family-friendly with a Kids Zone for the little ones 🧢 Festival merch and a silent auction 🛍️ Vendor Village with hand-crafted goods 🍻 Keep it going at the after party with @raleightimesbar hosted by @cloudsbrewingraleigh Barbecue. Bluegrass. Community. That’s Cuegrass. 🎉 Visit Cuegrass.com for details and more!

GIVEAWAY — VIP Prize Pack for Two to the 16th Annual North Carolina ‘Cuegrass Festival 🐷🍺 Come on down to the 16th annual North Carolina ‘Cuegrass Festival on Saturday, April 18 from 12:00 - 6:00 pm as Fayetteville Street shuts down to celebrate barbecue, beer, and bluegrass! ‘Cuegrass Festival is a jam packed day filled with talented bluegrass/folk/funk bands, delicious ‘cue from @thepitbbq and more, local beer from @foothillsbrewing , curated vendor village by @trianglepopup , kids zone, lawn games, and so much more! All proceeds benefit local children’s causes including SAFEChild, The Occoneechee Council of Boy Scouts of America, Freedom Ride Rescue, Broughton Capital Foundation, and Arts Together. HOW TO WIN: One lucky winner will win a VIP Prize Pack for Two ($250 value) including: • VIP Access to the Pitmaster Patio • Premium Stage Seating • Dedicated Drink Service • Fast Passes to skip the lines • Two Meal Tickets • Two ‘Cuegrass Cups and Koozies • Two ‘Cuegrass Shirts 1) Like & Share this Post to your Story 2) Follow both @raleighdowntown + @cuegrass 3) Tag friends in separate comments (each tag is an extra entry) Giveaway ends Tuesday April 14 at 11:59pm ET. Winners notified on our story and this post.

Let the bidding begin! Our silent auction is LIVE at the link in our bio!