The BEST episodes of BBQ Pitmasters
Every episode of BBQ Pitmasters ever, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of BBQ Pitmasters!
The reputations and respect of the leading cooks of America's burgeoning barbecue circuit ride on the virtues of one perfectly glazed rib, and hundreds of thousands of dollars are won or lost after a single, mouthwatering bite.
#1 - Smoker Envy
Season 7 - Episode 2 - Aired 5/28/2015
Lee Ann Whippen is looking to avenge her loss in the Season Two finale to Shad Kirton. Meanwhile, the chicken king, Jamie Geer just might play spoiler. Is Shad on his way to another Grand Championship? Or will he have to cancel the victory parade?
#2 - Revenge Ham
Season 7 - Episode 1 - Aired 5/25/2015
Three of the toughest Pitmasters from previous seasons are back and in this first round battle, fresh ham and cowboy steak are on the menu. Who will come out on top?
#3 - Up In Smoke!
Season 2 - Episode 3 - Aired 8/26/2010
The challenge, brisket; tempers flare while the pits are low and slow.
#4 - Johnny Trigg's Shootout
Season 1 - Episode 8 - Aired 2/4/2010
"Godfather of Ribs"' Johnny Trigg challenges his closest friends and fiercest rivals to an all-ribs showdown in Texas; for the first time ever, the cooks watch the judges' reactions.
#6 - The Big Pig Jig
Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 1/28/2010
Myron is on his home turf as he defends his title at the Big Pig Jig, the oldest barbecue event in Georgia; Tuffy faces a double challenge as he attempts his first whole hog on a new pit.
#8 - Not a Moment To Spare
Season 2 - Episode 4 - Aired 9/2/2010
BBQ favorite, spare ribs; contestants face a prehistoric challenge.
#9 - Hog Wild
Season 7 - Episode 9 - Aired 7/16/2015
Judges Myron Mixon, Tuffy Stone and Big Moe Cason pull out all the stops with whole hogs and other surprises to test the two finalists.
#10 - Bring Home the Bacon
Season 2 - Episode 6 - Aired 9/23/2010
#12 - Diamond State BBQ
Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 1/21/2010
The competition heats up as the temperature falls during the Diamond State BBQ Championship in Dover, Del.; Harry's former teammate, Gary, competes on his own; Tuffy does Myron a favor that might hurt his own chances.
#13 - American Royal Open Barbecue
Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 1/14/2010
Nearly 500 professional and amateur barbecue teams compete for more than $40,000 in prizes at the American Royal Open in Kansas City, Mo.
#17 - Decatur Jaycees Riverfest
Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 12/17/2009
Barbecue cooking skills, nerves and patience are tested during Alabama's state championship at the Decatur Riverfest.
#18 - O-Cue-Homa
Season 5 - Episode 9 - Aired 7/28/2013
Pitmasters Robbie Royal, Howie Kleinberg, and Jack Waiboer head to the Bixby BBQ and Blues Festival in Bixby, OK for their chance at becoming the BBQ Pitmasters Grand Champion and winning $50,000.
#20 - Virginia is for BBQ Lovers
Season 5 - Episode 10 - Aired 8/4/2013
Returning champions David Bouska, Michael Character, and Mark “Pig Daddy” Little kick off the BBQ Pitmasters semi-finals in Fredericksburg, VA.
#21 - My Kind of Q!
Season 5 - Episode 11 - Aired 8/11/2013
Returning champions Lynnae Oxley, Jeff Vanderlinde, and Rob ‘Rub’ Bagby face off for the second BBQ Pitmasters semi-final round in Westmont, IL.
#22 - Show Me the Q
Season 5 - Episode 12 - Aired 8/18/2013
"Stump" McDowell, Robby Royal, and Rod Gray return for the last of BBQ Pitmasters semi-final rounds before the Kingsford BBQ Pitmasters Grand Championship.
#23 - BBQ Dreams Come True
Season 5 - Episode 13 - Aired 8/25/2013
Returning winners David Bouska, Rod Gray, and Lynnae Oxley face off in the BBQ Pitmasters Grand Championship.
#24 - Sweet Georgia Ham
Season 6 - Episode 1 - Aired 4/12/2014
BBQ Pitmasters veterans Robby Royal and Eric Thomas face off against newcomer John Ley in this Georgia style contest to see who will move on to win a shot at becoming BBQ Pitmaster Grand Champion.
#25 - Lone Star Smoke War
Season 6 - Episode 2 - Aired 4/19/2014
Texas pitmasters JD Davidsmeyer, Matt Pittman, and Junior Urias battle it out for the title of BBQ Pitmasters Texas Champion and a chance to compete for the $50,000 grand prize.