Eastern NC · fried chicken
Jackson’s Big Oak Barbecue
A Cape Fear eastern BBQ room since 1984 for chopped pork, fried chicken, seafood plates, and classic sides.
Jackson’s Big Oak has served eastern Carolina barbecue in Wilmington since 1984, alongside fried chicken, seafood plates, and classic sides.
More about this stop
It is the clearest traditional Cape Fear barbecue landmark when your route reaches the coast south of Down East.
Before you go
- Closed Sunday.
- Weekday early-bird windows are common; ask when you arrive.
- Kerr Avenue is easy in and out for a plate or takeout pounds.
Plan the stop
From the trail
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