Jousting Pigs BBQ

Two pitmasters, one playful North KC pit

Jousting Pigs BBQ is a barbecue restaurant in Kansas City, Missouri.

Jousting Pigs is the North Kansas City project of two competition-trained pitmasters who keep a rotating cast of specials orbiting a well-built core. The name signals the tone—this is modern Kansas City craft barbecue that doesn't take itself too seriously, even as the technique behind the pit stays genuinely sharp.

The pork belly burnt ends are the standout: crisp at the edges, sweet, and deeply smoky, a richer cousin to the beef version and the first thing to point a newcomer toward. Beyond them, the classic beef burnt ends carry the same contest technique, while sliced brisket, pork ribs, and smoked chicken hold the line and the changing weekly menu gives regulars a reason to keep checking back. Playful on the surface, serious at the pit—that balance is the whole appeal, and it keeps the North KC crowd coming.

• Style: Kansas City Style
• Price: $$
• Neighborhood: North Kansas City
• Serving since 2017

What to order

• Pork Belly Burnt Ends
• Burnt Ends
• Pork Ribs
• Sliced Brisket
• Smoked Chicken

How it scores — 8.3/10 overall

• Smoke: 8.6/10
• Bark: 8.3/10
• Tenderness: 8.8/10
• Consistency: 8.2/10
• Value: 8.2/10
• Atmosphere: 8.0/10

Visiting

• Address: 1330 Armour Rd, North Kansas City, MO 64116
• Phone: (816) 399-7473
• Website: https://joustingpigsbbq.com

Hours: Wed–Sat 11am–8pm, Sun 11am–5pm

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