When it comes to the best barbecue in the country, meat lovers are passionate about which spots are truly the best.

While Kansas City and Texas may be the best-known places in the country for their barbecue offerings, incredible barbecue can be found nationwide.

Yelp picked the best barbecue restaurant in every state based on customer reviews.

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From juicy pulled pork to perfectly seasoned brisket and crispy burnt ends, barbecue is beloved by people nationwide.

However, not all barbecue joints are created equal.

To determine the best barbecue restaurant in every state, Yelp identified restaurants with a large concentration of reviews mentioning "barbecue," then ranked those spots using a number of factors, including the total volume and ratings of reviews mentioning those keywords. When available, all of the businesses listed also have a passing health score and had to be open.

Here is the best barbecue spot in every state, according to Yelp.