EDITORS’ PICK, UPSTATE
The contemporary wood work at Ulysses American Gastropub, puts us in mind of wood smoke, which puts us in mind of their delicious ribs. Chef Alex Shimpeno coats them with a zesty sauce based on Palm Belgian Ale or a Moroccan barbecue sauce. Your choice. And the price is right. 1716 Marsh Road, Wilmington, 691-3456, ulyssesgastropub.com
EDITORS’ PICK, DOWNSTATE
Simply put, it’s what they do at Bethany Blues BBQ. Whether you choose hickory-smoked St. Louis style ribs or braised babybacks with the zesty house sauce, you won’t go wrong. Bethany Blues BBQ Pit 6 N. Pennsylvania Ave., Bethany Beach, 537-1500, bethanyblues.com; Bethany Blues BBQ 18385 Coastal Hwy., Lewes, 644-2500, bethanyblues.com/lewes/
READERS’ PICK, UPSTATE
Stanley’s Tavern, 2038 Foulk Road, Wilmington, 475-1887, stanleys-tavern.com
READERS’ PICK, DOWNSTATE
Bethany Blues BBQ Pit 6 N. Pennsylvania Ave.,Bethany Beach, 537-1500, bethanyblues.com; Bethany Blues BBQ, 18385 Coastal Hwy., Lewes, 644-2500, bethanyblues.com/lewes/
