Right when we were about to give up on finding really good barbecue in Providence, Durk’s came along. Now a few years old, this spot serves all the juicy, smoky meats you could ever crave (brisket, pulled pork, chicken legs, pork ribs), and the most decadent sides. Be sure to order the super-rich Mac & Cheese, the dense Corn Bread, and, if you want to feel like a real Texan, the Frito Pie. Durk’s also has a deep American whiskey selection with more than a hundred bottles stacked to the ceiling.