There’s plenty of great food to be had in Medford, OR. But to get the best of the region’s flavor, barbecue is the best. Whether you prefer the classics or originals, food trucks, or diners, there are plenty of spots to enjoy it in and around the city.
1. Roguish Smokers
This small food truck offers some of the most delicious food in the state and beyond. Everything from pork ribs, brisket, sausage, and pulled pork are served with homemade sauce and delicious sides.
The truck sits on the premises of the Roxyann Winery, so you can tie in a trip here with a wine tasting! Please drink responsibly.
2. Happy Dragon
If you like your meat with a Mongolian twist, Happy Dragon is the place for you. Although take-out is available, dining in is recommended. You can choose your own ingredients and the chefs will prepare it for you. Blend delicious smoked meats, vegetables, and sauces to create a dish of your own choosing.
Open Tuesday through Saturday, this atmospheric venue offers indoor and outdoor seating and is well worth a visit for flavor lovers.
3. Dem Bones Smokehouse
This downtown site offers a range of classics along with some of their own twists. Their brisket is a favorite, and you can enjoy it on a sub with extras of your choosing. There are rewards for regular customers too, with a free meal after eating here ten times. Free drink Fridays are a popular weekly event, offering a free soda or water with every purchase.
There are other delicious options here too, including freshly made, oven-baked pizza. Open Wednesday through Saturday, there’s a choice of indoor and outdoor dining.
4. Cali Q’s
This legendary food truck has a great variety of food and focuses on serving their meats wrapped in tacos. But they haven’t let their creativity and commitment to diversity impact on quality.
Many of their offerings have a foreign flavor, with smoked brisket quesadilla, pork carnitas, and Korean tacos all on the menu. It’s all delicious and smoked to perfection. Located in Irene Larsen Park, they’re open afternoons throughout the week.
5. Mary’s
Located in the north of the city, Mary’s is a classic joint with a loyal clientele. A single meal here will show you why it’s so well-regarded! The sauce is so good, you can buy it to take home and use in your own cooking. You can enjoy hearty, well-cooked meats with dine-in, take-out, or drive-thru as you prefer.
Although the meat is the star of the show, the sides here are great too. Loaded baked potatoes, homemade salads, coleslaw, and garlic bread are just some of the ways to give your meat dish an extra dash of flavor.
Once you’ve had your fill of delicious meat, you can enjoy the other businesses Oregon has to offer. Stop by Airport Chevrolet GMC today for a great deal on a quality new or used vehicle.
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