Big John's Texas BBQ

Grand Canyon Region


Cheerfully occupying a partially open-air space that was once a gas station, this barbecue joint is a friendly place to feast on pulled-pork sandwiches and ribs. Pull up a seat at one of the casual picnic tables; occasional live folk and bluegrass music.


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