Bareknuckle BBQ

Fighting its way to the top of your must-do list is Bareknuckle BBQ. It’s not like it has to try hard. With a lively outdoor bar, come-as-you-are vibe and mouthwatering smoked meats, this hidden gem deserves top spot.

Occupying its own little pod of happiness, Bareknuckle is a world within itself. During the summer months, the dining room doors are flung open to warmly welcome every hungry tummy, the outdoor bar is in full swing, and the courtyard is full of sunworshippers. Perfect for larger parties and anyone who wants that family touch to their dining experience, Bareknuckles is the place to be in Hastings.

Another thing they do exceptionally well is meat! Using only local, quality produce, each cut, patty and stack of ribs is smoked slowly over premium peach wood for ultimate depth of flavour. The Bareknuckle smoker is always busy at work, producing all sorts of goodies from spareribs, wagyu brisket, pulled pork and dixie Southern chicken.

If it’s a burger you’re after, how about wagyu beef brisket with heaps of slaw and their signature BBQ sauce? Or pulled pork topped with crispy onion rings? Whatever you choose, make sure to wash it down with a Kentucky Mule or Old Fashioned. This is the deep American saaaath after all!