It’s the age old question for BBQ lovers in Starkville. Do you prefer The Little Dooey or Petty’s?

The Little Dooey gets all the attention. Fame, glory – celebrities on the wall and mentions from ESPN when they’re in town for a game. Petty’s is a side-of-the-road joint on Highway 12 – a better location you might say, but almost no fanfare. Is it the lack of indoor seating or simply just not as good?

The Little Dooey has made many lists ranking the top BBQ joints across the southeast. Still, many who’ve lived in Starkville swear that Petty’s is better. And despite such an over-bearing presence, Petty’s is still around and has been for a good long while.

Aside from the catfish, chicken fingers and what have you – this is about the heart and soul of these two establishments: B-B-Q. Who has the best? Are you a bigger fan of Petty’s or The Little Dooey?

Who has the better BBQ? The Little Dooey

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