The BEST episodes of BBQ Pitmasters season 1

Every episode of BBQ Pitmasters season 1, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of BBQ Pitmasters season 1!

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.

Last Updated: 3/3/2025Network: Destination AmericaStatus: Ended

7.79

70 votes

#1 - 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.

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7.52

70 votes

#2 - 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.

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7.29

45 votes

#3 - American Royal Invitational Barbecue

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 1/7/2010

Top teams compete in the American Royal Invitational in Kansas City, Mo.; Myron faces his biggest rival on the circuit; rookie Paul begs for help from a pro.

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7.20

100 votes

#4 - Smokin' in Mesquite

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 12/3/2009

Teams head to the Nevada desert for the Smokin' in Mesquite BBQ competition with $40,000 in cash and prizes at stake.

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7.07

73 votes

#5 - 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.

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7.06

65 votes

#6 - 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.

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6.98

84 votes

#7 - Murphysboro Barbecue Cook-off

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 12/10/2009

Lee Ann and Myron face off in whole hog competition while tempers flare between Johnny and one of the local cooks at a barbecue cook-off in Murphysboro, Ill.

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5.96

50 votes

#8 - 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.

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