Rusty Can

People make pilgrimages all the way up to this Byfield joint because of its absolutely insane barbecue. Obviously, this place does an impeccable job with all of the pit classics—from tender St. Louis ribs to beautifully caramelized burnt ends. But it also takes a little poetic license when it comes to serving slow-cooked meats. Its menu features barbecue-heavy twists on North Shore staples (i.e. a brisket bomb sub and smoked super beef three-way sandwich) as well as crazy carnivore creations like a smoked pork belly melt and a smoked meatloaf sandwich. Check out its Instagram page for daily blackboard specials before you go and make a point to get there on Thursday, when the kitchen piles all of the meats atop platters of nachos.