It all began with Southern-Style ‘Que
Full Moon BBQ has a long, delicious history of excellent Southern-style ‘que made in the time-honored, traditional way – with quality meats cooked low and slow over a hickory wood-fired pit and spiced with mouthwatering, award-winning BBQ sauce.
Full Moon BBQ has been in operation since 1986. With the Maluff brothers, David and Joe, at the helm since 1997.
Under their vision, leadership and quality, the Maluffs have grown the business to 16 locations across Alabama and Mississippi, while continuing a family-owned tradition that caters to folks who know great ‘que from the rest.
The menu items have remained mostly the same, including the barbecue turkey sandwiches that convinced the brothers to buy the chain in the first place.
Hickory Wood-Fired Pits and Fresh Ingredients
The wood smoke from every Full Moon BBQ restaurant’s fire pit shows the Birmingham-born brothers’ commitment to top-notch ‘que while also satisfying a variety of tastes with fresh salads, hand-breaded chicken tenders, farm-raised catfish, buffalo-style wings and overstuffed baked potatoes.
Everything starts from scratch at Full Moon BBQ, making their tangy “Chow Chow” to their Half Moon cookies noteworthy.
Whether you dine-in, swoop through the drive-thru or cater with the portable BBQ pits – you will experience the neighborhood friendly feel that only true southern hospitality offers.
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Full Moon BBQ’s famous vinaigrette slaw and delectable Half Moon cookies are among the “100 Dishes to Eat in Alabama Before You Die.”
The praise does not end there, Full Moon BBQ’s expansive menu repeatedly enjoys accolades from Southern Living and Bon Appétit, delighting customers for over 35 years with our irresistible bar-b-que.
Taste of the South magazine considers their Half Moon cookies to be the “Best Homemade Cookies Delivered to Your Door.” Don’t just trust us – listen to the many Full Moon BBQ fans across the internet and country, declaring us the “Best Little Pork House!”™
Learn more about all of Full Moon awards, accolades and honors on our Press page.
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“Our parents were in the restaurant business their whole life,” David Maluff says. “When it was time for us to work, we always worked in hot dog stands, hamburger stands, or restaurants. It was just second nature to us. We carry our family heritage, traditions and love for the community through all our efforts with Full Moon BBQ.”
Full Moon BBQ Through the Years
