Cranford Brothers Barbecue

Cranford Brothers Barbecue Southern Barbecue. Pit Smoked Meats & Scratch-Made Sides. Beer by City Walk Brewing. Located in the heart of Hickory, NC.

08/28/2026

🐻🍺 Happy 828 Day!
We’ve got a NEW Bear Beer out! 🖤
Our new American Lager is 4.4% ABV and coming in the black can.
And if you loved last year’s Bear Beer, now’s your chance to stock up! ❤️
The red can — our Citrus Wheat Ale — is now on sale in the taproom for just $20 a case!
🍖 Country Fried Brisket
We’re serving up Country Fried Brisket today at Cranford Brothers BBQ. Come hungry!
🎶 Live Music at City Walk 7pm-10pm
Tonight: Justin Clyde Williams
Tomorrow night: Rastacoustic
🦪 Oyster Fest is only 22 days away!
Don’t forget to grab your tickets! 🎟️
Get your Oyster Fest tickets at CityWalkBrewing.com
Happy 828 day! 🍻🐻

🏈 Game day just got a whole lot tastier! 🏈Bring the crew, bring the appetite, and let us handle the food! 🔥🍗🧀 From loade...
08/27/2026

🏈 Game day just got a whole lot tastier! 🏈

Bring the crew, bring the appetite, and let us handle the food! 🔥🍗🧀 From loaded nachos and crispy wings to our Deluxe 3-Box Pack feeding 10–12 for just $180, we’ve got your tailgate covered.
📣 Pre-order your Football Party Boxes today!
Perfect for game days, watch parties & tailgates!

08/26/2026

🎶 TONIGHT’S THE NIGHT! 🎉
🎤 Music Bingo with DJ Tyler
💃 RIP to the legend Dolly at 7 PM
🔥 8 PM: Decades Dance Party!

Grab your crew, bring your best music knowledge, celebrate Dolly Parton and get ready to dance through the decades! 🪩✨

08/21/2026

🎥 Fridays with Tyler & Tucker is BACK! 🍻🔥

It’s Friday, which means Tyler & Tucker are here to catch you up on what’s happening at 205 Main Avenue! 👀

🔥 Cranford Brothers BBQ — Smoked meatloaf is on special this week, PLUS frozen margaritas to cool things down.

🎶 City Walk Brewing — Live music TONIGHT from Moose & Friends! Grab a drink, bring your people, and make a night of it. 🍺🎸

🍗 Main Chick — Come hungry… you already know what’s waiting for you. 😏

And looking ahead… 👀
🦪 Oyster Fest — September 19th
🎃 The Haunting Pop-Up Bar October 2nd-Nov 1st at No Entry Cocktail Lounge

So whether you’re looking for BBQ, brews, cocktails, live music, or just an excuse to head downtown—we’ve got you covered.
Happy Friday from Tyler & Tucker! 🍻 See you at 205 Main!
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08/10/2026

Roll ’em if you got ’em… our Texas Twinkies are spot on! 🔥🌶️🥓
Smoky, cheesy, crispy, and packed with flavor. One bite and you’ll know why they’re a crowd favorite! 🤤🔥

08/09/2026
08/05/2026

Great brisket isn’t supposed to fall apart…it should fold over your finger without breaking and pull apart with a gentle tug. That’s the sweet spot, and that’s exactly what you’ll find at Cranford Brothers BBQ. Come get your brisket fix! 🥩🔥

07/31/2026

🌴 Fridays with Tyler & Tucker 🌴
The piña colada slushies are flowing this weekend at Cranford Brothers BBQ! 🍍🥥 The rain has cleared out, so it’s the perfect time to stop by, cool off, and grab some BBQ.

✨ Queen’s Feast is happening through Sunday, featuring a delicious 3-course meal for just $30.

🎶 After dinner, head downstairs to CityWalk Brewing for live music starting at 7 PM or grab a plate Togo and enjoy it downstairs while the band is rocking.

Who’s coming to sip, eat, and kick off the weekend with us? 🍖🍹🎵

07/24/2026

🔥 This week is packed with reasons to stop by Cranford Brothers BBQ! 🔥

🍽️ It’s Queen’s Feast! Enjoy a 3-course meal for just $30—the perfect excuse to treat yourself.

🎶 Then head downstairs to City Walk tonight for live music with Matt McCloud and keep the good times rolling!

🦪 And don’t forget to grab your tickets for City Walk Oysterfest (September 19th) before they’re gone! Join us for an unforgettable day of oysters, barbecue, live music, and more.
🎟️ Get your tickets here: City Walk Oysterfest (https://citywalkbrewing.com/oysterfest?utm_source=chatgpt.com)

07/17/2026

🔥 Big week at 205 Main! 🔥

🍴 Hickory Farmers Market Restaurant Week starts TODAY and runs through next Friday! Come try our featured special: a Pulled Pork Melt topped with smoked Gouda pimento cheese and Mai’s kimchi. Even better? 15% of every special sold goes directly to support the Hickory Farmers Market! ❤️🌽

🎶 Live Music This Weekend at City Walk
• Tonight: Two Burnt (Reggae vibes 🎵)
• Tomorrow Night: Deacon Black (classic & southern rock)

🍽️ Mark your calendars! Queen’s Feast returns July 24–August 2, and we can’t wait to share our 3 course menu with you.

🎉 Planning a party, shower, rehearsal dinner, or corporate event? Our event space inquiry link is now LIVE—head to our website to learn more and book your next gathering!

Come eat, support local, enjoy some live music, and make a weekend of it. We can’t wait to see you! ❤️

Address

205 Main Avenue NE
Hickory, NC
28601

Opening Hours

Monday 11:30am - 8pm
Tuesday 11:30am - 8pm
Wednesday 11:30am - 9pm
Thursday 11:30am - 9pm
Friday 11:30am - 9pm
Saturday 11:30am - 9pm
Sunday 11:30am - 8pm

Telephone

+18282707229

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