When I think about Carolina bbq, Mac's Speed Shop immediately pops into my head. Although I've dined at less than a handful of bbq joints in Charlotte, Mac's is ranked #1 for me. Shortly after being seated, warm hush puppies with a side of whipped butter are brought to your table. These puppies have a crunchy outside and a soft center and seem to melt in your mouth. Good luck only eating a few! My go-to pick on the menu is always the Hickory Smoked & Pulled Pork BBQ, which comes with two sides- I choose the salad and the mac & cheese. I love that they ask if you want all of the fixings on your salad. The mac & cheese is like a taste of heaven....cheesy, gooey and creamy elbow macaroni with a crispy top. I salivate just thinking about it. The pork is dry rubbed and hickory wood smoked for 12 hrs and is so tender and flavorful. There is various sauces on the table for you to adorn your meat with, ranging from Carolina vinegar based to a much sweeter version (what I prefer). I am eager to give other dishes a try, although it will be difficult to stray from my norm!