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In the Media
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 our 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!”™
Full Moon BBQ List of Accolades
‘2023 Best BBQ in America’-Newsweek https://www.newsweek.com/rankings/americas-favorite-restaurant-chains-2023
‘21 Dishes to Eat in Birmingham in 2021’ – AL.COM
‘The Best BBQ Across America‘ – THRILLIST
‘5 Birmingham barbecue restaurants even Memphis fans should love’- AL.COM
‘Best Bar-B-Que’- ABOUT TOWN
‘Full Moon does things right for its customers instead of cutting corners.’ – FOOD & DRINK
‘The Ultimate Smokehouse‘ – EBONY MAGAZINE
‘Great Bar-B-Que’ – B METRO MAGAZINE
‘America’s 25 Best Barbecue Chains‘ – THE DAILY MEAL
‘How BBQ can be Birmingham’s Secret Sauce’ – BIRMINGHAM BUSINESS JOURNAL
‘Top Ten BBQ Restaurants in the – U.S.‘ HUFFINGTON POST
‘Full Moon BBQ awarded ranking for Moon Dog’ – BIRMINGHAM BUSINESS JOURNAL
‘Why Chow Chow is the Best Food You’re Not Eating.’ – THE DAILY MEAL
‘Best Handmade Cookies Delivered to Your Door‘ – TASTE OF THE SOUTH
‘100 Things to Eat in Alabama Before You Die list.‘ – ALABAMA DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM
‘Birmingham Foods Will Blow the Taste Buds Out of Your Mouth’ – MOVOTO.COM
‘10 Places to Get a Great Hot Dog’ – THESTREET.COM
‘Barbecue in the Ham: The Top 15’ – GREATER BIRMINGHAM CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU
Full Moon Bar-B-Que Half Moon Cookies 2022 – WAFB9 David and Joe Maluff’s Full Moon Bar-B-Que in Birmingham is known for its barbecue sandwiches, spicy & tangy chowchow, & their world-famous Half Moon cookies. https://www.wafb.com/2022/05/17/full-moon-bar-b-que-half-moon-cookies/
Recent Full Moon BBQ Press Coverage
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Some of Our Favorite Recent Articles
- https://whnt.com/news/tuscaloosa-restaurant-owner-recalls-kobe-bryant-visit-in-2018/
- https://yellowhammernews.com/full-moon-bar-b-que-brings-cheer-warm-meal-to-birmingham-families/
- https://www.al.com/life/2020/06/the-secret-behind-this-alabama-bbq-joints-beloved-cake.html#:~:text=The%20carrot%20cake%20sells%20for,Bar%2DB%2DQue
- https://www.wbrc.com/video/2020/05/11/absolutely-alabama-full-moon-bbq/
- https://alabamanewscenter.com/2020/06/24/full-moon-shines-across-alabama/
- https://www.bizjournals.com/birmingham/news/2020/11/18/full-moon-expands-to-mississippi.html?ana=e_me_prem&j=90538261&t=Morning&mkt_tok=eyJpIjoiWmpsbE16RTRNMlV4TkRZMyIsInQiOiJadzRaazlyaTA4ckVKYmhqZEdVT3RCWHd4ODBYVm5LdnRNV2JMdjB6ZnJUR0JsQmQ5d3g1MVpNY2kxM0RGajVGWjBNV2hEK1lCdnl0eXlvd3hjNU5HMkkyMjA5Z2JQNFwvK2crNURwTlQ0VUJLbjNPUkwxcjB2SVVRTHpBd3hIU3NHdzI2SmJ6aEU2ZkxmVkFRR1o4MVhBPT0ifQ%3D%3D
- https://onlinemadison.com/stories/full-moon-bar-b-que-set-to-open-in-madison-in-21,32574
- https://businessalabama.com/more-full-moon-bar-b-que-products-now-at-publix/
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List of 2024 Press Coverage
- https://www.al.com/life/2024/07/6-alabama-barbecue-chains-that-started-small-and-grew-big.html
- https://www.abc3340.com/station/talk-of-alabama/backpack-blessings-with-full-moon-bbq-talk-of-alabama-7162024
- https://alabamanewscenter.com/2024/07/03/the-ultimate-fourth-of-july-guide-to-an-alabama-barbecue/
- https://soul-grown.com/the-ultimate-4th-of-july-guide-to-alabama-barbecue/
- https://www.wjtv.com/living-local/live-at-9/full-moon-bar-b-que/
- https://www.al.com/life/2024/05/5-iconic-barbecue-joints-you-need-to-visit-in-birmingham.html?outputType=amp
- https://globeecho.com/top-bbq-sauces-of-2024/
- https://soul-grown.com/full-moon-bbq-the-history-behind-one-of-alabamas-most-loved-bbq-joints/
- https://www.cnet.com/home/kitchen-and-household/best-bbq-sauces/
- List of 2023 Press Coverage
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List of 2022 Press Coverage
- https://bhamnow.com/2021/12/29/meet-the-bham-now-nowies-finalists/
- https://bestthingsal.com/hot-dog-joints/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=state_article_organic&utm_term=al&utm_content=hot_dog_joints&fbclid=IwAR2WELMCevcFsR56Uu-LWiUMTzojYRUwUlIDzBlGRHv5agP-4j3QXRjDOYU
- https://bhamnow.com/2019/08/23/your-guide-to-27-of-the-best-wing-spots-in-birmingham/
- https://www.mashed.com/761661/southern-barbecue-chains-you-need-to-try-at-least-once/
- https://www.trussvilletribune.com/2022/02/10/trussville-rotary-announces-student-teacher-of-the-month-4/
- https://www.al.com/galleries/4UVE2MI6WVAEZIB2YUUERMWMAI/
- https://www.memphis-bbq.com/is-full-moon-bbq-only-in-alabama
- https://blog.cheapism.com/good-barbeque-chains/
- https://vanlifewanderer.com/2022/03/28/fultondale-al/
- https://thebamabuzz.com/full-moon-and-dreamland-featured-in-national-bbq-joints-worth-trying-story-by-cheapism/
- https://bhamnow.com/2022/04/05/13-spots-to-get-a-special-easter-meal-in-birmingham/
- https://www.eatdrinkmississippi.com/post/full-moon-bbq-honoring-traditional-southern-que
- https://bhamnow.com/2022/04/21/grab-a-bite-to-eat-in-fultondale-alabama/
- https://bhamnow.com/2022/04/26/mothers-day-meals-in-birmingham/
- https://www.cnet.com/home/kitchen-and-household/best-bbq-sauces/
- https://www.wafb.com/2022/05/17/full-moon-bar-b-que-half-moon-cookies/
- https://businessalabama.com/podcast-david-maluff-on-full-moon-bar-b-que-the-restaurant-chain-he-owns-with-his-brother-joe-maluff/
- https://bhamnow.com/2022/05/27/bbq-in-birmingham-video-bham-now/
- https://takeoutfood.best/carrot-cake-with-baby-food/
- https://styleblueprint.com/birmingham/everyday/food-truck-guide/
- https://styleblueprint.com/everyday/southern-finds-june/
- https://soul-grown.com/22-alabama-restaurants-perfect-for-any-dad-on-fathers-day/
- https://alabamanewscenter.com/2022/06/14/22-alabama-restaurants-perfect-for-any-dad-on-fathers-day/
- https://ironcity.ink/business/eateries-hope-to-attract-world-games-visitors/
- https://www.birminghamtimes.com/2022/07/twg2022-dining-special-birmingham-area-restaurants-to-visit/
- https://www.luxuriousmagazine.com/alabamas-bbq-and-beer-trails/
- https://bbqrevolt.com/best-bbq/birmingham/
- https://www.shelbycountyreporter.com/2022/07/20/full-moon-bar-b-que-launches-3rd-annual-backpack-blessings-to-support-children-of-alabama/
- https://www.google.com/url?q=https://theservicenow.com/alabama/full-moon-bbq-launches-third-annual-backpack-blessing-to-support-alabamas-kids-shelby-county-reporter.html&sa=D&source=editors&ust=1664829791129364&usg=AOvVaw3Yt5Bald93pWkwwnqaUSQ4
- https://ourcommunitynow.com/news/full-moon-bbq-launches-3rd-annual-backpack-blessings-to-support-children-of-alabama
- https://www.newsbreak.com/news/2674320165221/full-moon-bbq-launches-3rd-annual-backpack-blessings-to-support-children-of-alabama
- https://hooversun.com/businesses/full-moon-bar-b-que-doubles-backpack-blessing-initiative/
- https://ironcity.ink/business/full-moon-bar-b-que-launches-3rd-annual-giveback-program/
- https://montagnedistribution.com/full-moon-bar-b-que-doubles-backpack-blessing-initiative/
- https://patch.com/alabama/hoover/best-hot-chicken-town-backpack-blessings-initiative-begins
- https://1051theblock.com/hoos-q-closes-their-doors-on-15th-street/
- https://www.al.com/life/2022/08/golden-rule-bar-b-q-closes-in-trussville.html
- https://www.shelbycountyreporter.com/2022/08/23/buster-britton-memorial-triathlon-has-successful-turnout-to-2022-event/
- https://bhamnow.com/2022/08/30/whats-open-on-labor-day-in-birmingham/
- https://thebamabuzz.com/perfect-tailgate-in-auburn/
- https://www.cnet.com/home/kitchen-and-household/best-bbq-sauces/
- https://www.google.com/url?q=https://tide1009.com/21-tips-to-survive-living-in-tuscaloosa-alabama-during-football-season/&sa=D&source=editors&ust=1664831380661328&usg=AOvVaw0psheFfjs3tegm6zU0mXpP
- https://www.shelbycountyreporter.com/2022/09/14/full-moon-bbq-in-alabaster-awarded-small-employer-of-the-year-at-alabama-governors-committee-annual-awards/
- https://citybbqdaily.xyz/full-moon-bbq-in-alabaster-awarded-small-employer-of-the-year-at-alabama-governors-committee-annual-awards-shelby-county-reporter/
- https://www.pressreader.com/usa/rome-news-tribune/20220916/281878712224848
- https://www.northwestgeorgianews.com/rome/sports/hawks-finish-first-at-full-moon-bbq-invitational/article_b6cfb1ce-3520-11ed-a72a-d3074c1fd881.html
- https://www.shopfood.com/restaurants/bbq-chains/
- https://www.shelbycountyreporter.com/2022/09/29/restaurant-scores-for-august/
- https://pitlifebbq.podbean.com/e/it-s-a-full-moon-on-pit-life-bbq/
- https://www.al.com/life/2022/11/68-alabama-dishes-everyone-needs-to-try.html
- https://bbqrevolt.com/best-bbq/alabama/
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List of 2021 Press Coverage
- https://abc3340.com/news/local/businesses-in-fultondale-damaged-without-power-after-tornado
- https://bhamnow.com/2021/01/26/alabama-tornado-disaster-relief/
- https://www.fox4news.com/news/waffle-house-feeds-ala-neighborhood-after-deadly-tornado-knocked-out-power
- https://www.trussvilletribune.com/2021/05/03/taste-of-trussville-thursday-night/
- https://bhamnow.com/2021/05/29/looking-for-bar-b-q-memorial-day-weekend-here-are-28-spots/
- https://www.al.com/life/2021/06/the-alabama-barbecue-bucket-list.html
- https://280living.com/schools/full-moon-bar-b-que-hosting-backpack-blessings/
- https://hooversun.com/businesses/full-moon-bbq-providesbackpack-blessings/
- https://www.wbrc.com/2021/07/27/backpack-blessings-full-moon-bar-b-que-stepping-up-with-school-supplies-students-need/
- https://bhamnow.com/2021/09/01/throw-the-ultimate-birmingham-tailgate-with-these-7-local-favorites/
- https://www.bizjournals.com/birmingham/news/2021/09/07/magic-city-newsmakers-flt-fmbbq.html
- https://opelikaobserver.com/making-the-grade-full-moon-bar-b-que/
- https://bhamnow.com/2021/09/04/7-birmingham-area-restaurants-where-you-can-pick-up-bbq-on-labor-day/
- www.wapt.com/article/new-restaurants-open-in-madisoncounty/37770714
- https://www.wlbt.com/2021/09/27/full-moon-bar-b-que-opens-its-doors-madison/
- https://www.bizjournals.com/birmingham/news/2021/09/27/full-moon-madison.html
- https://businessalabama.com/nasa-launches-spacecraft-via-ula-rocket-umwa-ratifies-new-shoal-creek-contract-full-moon-opens-first-out-of-state-location-publix-shopping-center-sold/?vgo_ee=ka%2FzTAtNvL%2FCJyssvx1NpdKB%2B8tLtp2CHT%2BRqbvouAM%3D
- https://hooversun.com/businesses/business-happenings-november-2021/
- https://www.southernliving.com/christmas/gifts/southern-inspired-gifts
- https://www.flipsnack.com/thedinnerdarling/the-dinner-darling-gift-guide/full-view.html
- https://tasteofthesouth.zinioapps.com/article/taste-of-the-south/januaryfebruary-2022-i506818/half-moon-rising-a34884
- https://www.al.com/life/2021/01/21-dishes-to-eat-in-birmingham-in-2021.html
- https://www.waff.com/2021/01/26/fultondale-waffle-house-full-moon-bbq-feed-community-following-tornado/
- https://yellowhammernews.com/full-moon-bar-b-ques-chow-chow-and-southern-seasoning-now-available-in-alabama-publix-locations/
- https://businessalabama.com/more-full-moon-bar-b-que-products-now-at-publix/
- https://yellowhammernews.com/alabama-power-donates-375-meals-for-hungry-in-birmingham-through-food-for-our-journey/
- https://styleblueprint.com/birmingham/everyday/birmingham-easter-takeout/
- https://bhamnow.com/2021/02/03/its-national-carrot-cake-day-celebrate-with-a-slice-from-11-local-biz/
- https://yellowhammernews.com/full-moon-bar-b-que-launches-2nd-annual-statewide-backpack-blessings-childrens-initiative/?fbclid=IwAR2NKTneM0bkCRGDQ4Yz4mGjlxjLoTEDpds1CZ1H1cM1gfnyUYwoyFXLFNQ
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List of 2020 Press Coverage
- https://www.fsrmagazine.com/menu-innovations/restaurants-turn-house-specialties-beat-competition
- https://whnt.com/news/tuscaloosa-restaurant-owner-recalls-kobe-bryant-visit-in-2018/
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BaGXVo8eAU0
- https://www.wbrc.com/2020/03/16/help-restaurants-survive-covid-locations-offering-no-contact-pick-up/
- https://www.al.com/coronavirus/2020/03/birmingham-area-restaurants-temporarily-offering-pick-up-delivery-and-curbside-service.html
- https://www.alabamanews.net/2020/03/21/restaurant-owners-shares-concerns-about-coronavirus-affects/
- https://www.wvtm13.com/article/restaurant-takeout-service-keeping-businesses-afloat-during-virus-outbreak-1585110223/31921536
- https://www.al.com/life/2020/03/alabama-bbq-restaurant-owner-steps-up-to-feed-schoolkids.html
- https://www.al.com/life/2020/03/alabama-bbq-restaurant-owner-steps-up-to-feed-schoolkids.html
- https://yellowhammernews.com/full-moon-bar-b-que-brings-cheer-warm-meal-to-birmingham-families/
- https://alabamanewscenter.com/2020/03/26/full-moon-bar-b-que-brings-cheer-warm-meal-to-birmingham-families/
- https://www.al.com/life-and-culture/j66j-2020/03/e2439bc2af7211/alabamians-who-lifted-our-spirits-this-week.html
- https://www.wbrc.com/2020/04/01/nick-saban-nicks-kids-foundation-feeds-dch-medical-employees/
- https://www.nwfdailynews.com/news/20200402/restaurant-donates-meals-to-hospital-workers
- https://www.tuscaloosanews.com/news/20200402/restaurant-donates-meals-to-hospital-workers
- https://alabamanewscenter.com/2020/04/02/food-companies-serve-free-meals-treats-to-those-in-need-and-front-line-workers-during-pandemic/
- https://www.starfl.com/news/20200402/restaurant-donates-meals-to-hospital-workers
- https://bhamnow.com/2020/04/07/147-birmingham-restaurants-offering-curbside-pick-up/
- https://yellowhammernews.com/food-companies-serve-free-meals-treats-to-those-in-need-and-front-line-workers-during-pandemic/
- https://ironcity.ink/neck-of-the-woods/full-moon-bbq-feeding-families-extended-through-april09/
- https://www.wbrc.com/2020/04/11/full-moon-extending-feed-friend-program/
- https://www.birminghamtimes.com/2020/04/jaccari-hampton-city-of-birminghams-working-class-hero/
- https://www.magiccityweekend.com/full-moon-bbq-national-bbq-month-from-home/?fbclid=IwAR3fSx5aqzxBwACJAKi13Bog7Nz2eH889OBKOQIpFGztJVh_JzTzGKrcc18
- https://abc3340.com/news/local/240-lunches-donated-to-birmingham-firefighters-by-uab-coach-and-chevy-dealers
- Absolutely Alabama: Full Moon BBQ
- https://bhamnow.com/2020/05/15/1-dozen-places-to-celebrate-national-chocolate-chip-day-in-birmingham-including-church-streets-breakup-cookie/
- https://styleblueprint.com/birmingham/everyday/birmingham-easter-takeout/
- https://alumni.uab.edu/s/1881/alumni19/interior.aspx?sid=1881&gid=2&pgid=527
- https://goodgritmag.com/blogs/news/when-the-going-gets-tough-the-good-get-going
- https://bhamnomnom.com/birmingham/
- https://www.bizjournals.com/birmingham/news/2020/05/04/magic-city-newsmakers-old-time-pottery-hica-full.html
- https://alabamanewscenter.com/2020/06/24/full-moon-shines-across-alabama/
- https://yellowhammernews.com/full-moon-shines-across-alabama/
- https://www.thebhamsource.com/feed/celebrating-the-fourth-of-july-in-birmingham
- https://www.al.com/life/2020/06/the-secret-behind-this-alabama-bbq-joints-beloved-cake.html
- https://alabamanewscenter.com/2020/09/21/full-moon-bar-b-que-reaches-out-to-children-with-statewide-backpack-blessings-program/
- https://www.selmatimesjournal.com/2020/09/18/full-moon-bbq-launches-statewide-giveback-program/
- https://www.trussvilletribune.com/2020/09/15/full-moon-bbq-launches-giveback-program-for-students-amid-pandemic/
- https://yellowhammernews.com/football-fans-and-feathers-educational-program-to-continue-with-limited-seating/
- https://huntsvillebusinessjournal.com/lead/2020/08/28/full-moon-rising-best-little-pork-house-to-open-in-huntsville/
- https://alabamanewscenter.com/2020/08/27/full-moon-bar-b-que-coming-to-huntsville-this-fall-with-16th-alabama-location/
- https://whnt.com/news/full-moon-bbq-preparing-to-open-huntsville-location/
- https://www.bizjournals.com/birmingham/news/2020/08/25/full-moon-bbq-huntsville.html?ana=e_me_prem&j=90525375&t=Morning%20B&mkt_tok=eyJpIjoiTURReU1qTmxPVEl3TXpSbSIsInQiOiJzT2poSlV1ZlRZVTNNR2VIS1RIemxLUXN1RE5mQ21qd291dlB0OHk1MTNcL0N3NVg4ZWxhclZMK3BDY0xOdFwvdjJGRWR0aEYydEp5YTBYeUNEcXhsN3JQZ3l5VHhHcnFiUTFHUldyakdqdFpURHZaZlNPamlrbE5ZalRJbEE1dGxZWGFPTENubzI4OGJTdk1QbHRLdmV0UT09In0%3D
- https://www.waaytv.com/content/news/Full-Moon-Bar-B-Que-opening-Huntsville-location-hiring-for-70-jobs—572208381.html
- https://bhamnow.com/2020/07/29/birmingham-bbq-your-guide-to-28-spots-to-pick-up-mouth-watering-goodness/?mc_cid=7c3dcc2069&mc_eid=a347b9e8b3
- https://opelikaobserver.com/full-moon-bar-b-que-launches-giveback-program/
- https://huntsvillebusinessjournal.com/news/2020/10/28/full-moon-bar-b-que-opens-huntsville-store-drive-thru-only-for-now/
- https://thesouthernsource.com/2020/10/03/alabama-tailgating-101/
- https://www.al.com/business/2020/11/full-moon-bar-b-que-announces-1st-location-outside-alabama.html
- http://kingfish1935.blogspot.com/2020/11/full-moon-bar-b-que-coming-to-madison.html
- https://www.montgomeryindependent.com/news/there-is-still-time-to-register-for-full-moon-bar-b-que-s-backpack-blessings/article_eeb81cae-236e-11eb-b60a-0f383f518f6b.html
- https://www.huntsville.org/blog/list/post/new-and-coming-soon-restaurants-in-huntsville-and-madison/
- https://www.djournal.com/mbj/full-moon-bbq-expanding-into-mississippi/article_71558c04-28f7-11eb-aea4-cf7db34c8ed8.html
- https://www.wlbt.com/2020/11/17/ala-bbq-shop-open-location-madison/
- https://www.bizjournals.com/birmingham/news/2020/11/18/full-moon-expands-to-mississippi.html?ana=e_me_prem&j=90538261&t=Morning&mkt_tok=eyJpIjoiWmpsbE16RTRNMlV4TkRZMyIsInQiOiJadzRaazlyaTA4ckVKYmhqZEdVT3RCWHd4ODBYVm5LdnRNV2JMdjB6ZnJUR0JsQmQ5d3g1MVpNY2kxM0RGajVGWjBNV2hEK1lCdnl0eXlvd3hjNU5HMkkyMjA5Z2JQNFwvK2crNURwTlQ0VUJLbjNPUkwxcjB2SVVRTHpBd3hIU3NHdzI2SmJ6aEU2ZkxmVkFRR1o4MVhBPT0ifQ%3D%3D
- https://yellowhammernews.com/full-moon-bbq-to-open-first-location-outside-alabama/
- https://www.southernliving.com/christmas/gifts/southern-inspired-gifts
- https://businessalabama.com/top-headlines-birmingham-home-sales-rise-again-full-moon-bar-b-que-expanding-to-mississippi/?utm_source=ActiveCampaign&utm_medium=email&utm_content=Program+Will+Give+%24200+Million+in+Grants+to+Small+Businesses&utm_campaign=Business+Alabama%2C+11%2F18%2F20&vgo_ee=LQKn7Gj%2B4Dh1zdlD9J7wAxcjSffGLFKNvEn4bf2XCwY%3D
- https://www.wtvy.com/2020/11/18/full-moon-bar-b-que-to-open-first-out-of-state-location/
- https://www.magnoliastatelive.com/2020/11/18/best-little-pork-house-in-alabama-is-expanding-to-mississippi/
- https://abc3340.com/station/talk-of-alabama/talk-of-alabama-full-moon-bbq-backpack-blessings-1118
- https://onlinemadison.com/stories/full-moon-bar-b-que-set-to-open-in-madison-in-21,32574