“Barbecue connects people in a way few foods can.”— Anthony Bourdain
We are not just fans of BBQ; we are united by the culture, the flavors, the tradition and future.Learn More
What Is BBQ United?
BBQ United is a global barbecue platform that connects BBQ restaurants, food trucks, pitmasters, brands, and fans in one place.
It’s where people discover great barbecue, explore BBQ destinations, follow pitmasters, find products, and experience the culture of barbecue worldwide year-round.
We are the daily destination for everything BBQ—from backyard cooks to world champions and all the people that just love the sweet and savory of great BBQ, sides, Sunday afternoons and moments of coming together. Follow the road to the $1M BBQ World Cup, discover championship techniques, find the best BBQ restaurants, shop premium gear, and join a community united by fire. Where all of BBQ comes together.
Sign Up With BBQ United >The $1,000,000 BBQ World Cup
Compete against the world’s best Pitmasters in the ultimate competition: The 1st Annual BBQ World Cup!
What Can You Do on BBQ United?
Promote Your BBQ Business
Restaurant owners, food trucks, and caterers can register their business to increase visibility and be discovered by fans, media, and partners
Promote Your BBQ Team
Showcase your BBQ team to a global audience of fans, events, brands, and media. BBQ United and the Barbecue World Cup are building the world’s most complete database of competition barbecue teams—helping pitmasters increase visibility, share their story, and unlock new opportunities on and off the competition circuit.
Become a BBQ World Cup Judge
Help shape the future of competitive barbecue as a BBQ World Cup judge. We’re building a diverse, respected judging pool that values fairness, consistency, and perspective across regions and traditions. Judges play a critical role in upholding the integrity of the World Cup and its official qualifiers while helping elevate barbecue on a global stage.
Promote Your BBQ Event
Bring your barbecue event onto the global stage. BBQ United and the Barbecue World Cup are connecting top BBQ events from around the world into a unified championship pathway—giving events greater visibility, stronger participation, and a clear road to the $1,000,000 Barbecue World Championship. Whether you’re looking to promote your event or explore becoming an official qualifier, this is where it starts.
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Buy BBQ sauces, seasonings, rubs, and merchandise from top pitmasters, creators, and BBQ brands—all in one trusted marketplace.
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REPRESENT YOUR TEAM
Register your BBQ team and take your place on a global stage. From local pits to international fire, this is where it begins.
Bring your team out of the backyard and into the spotlight. Register now and compete alongside the best from around the world.
REGISTER YOUR TEAM
Become a BBQ World Cup Ambassador
Join a global network of pitmasters, creators, journalists, and event leaders dedicated to growing and celebrating BBQ culture.
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