I was born and raised in Charlotte and 521 BBQ & Grill is the best barbecue I've tasted outside of Lexington or Wilson, NC. Though I no longer reside in NC, whenever I make a trip down 85 or 77 I almost always take a detour to 521 BBQ. This is how BBQ is meant to be served; nothing fancy, just plain good BBQ with friendly people and a simple atmosphere. I'm not a huge fan of sauce (or dip for those from eastern NC), and the 'cue here speaks for itself; perfectly smoked and seasoned. If you live in the Charlotte area and want the best BBQ without driving to Lexington, stop in at 521.