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Pitmaster Christopher Prieto’s smokehouse blends Carolina roots with Texas technique.
Christopher Prieto’s Knightdale smokehouse puts Carolina whole hog beside brisket, sausages, and flavors drawn from his Puerto Rican heritage.
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Bring a table that wants to compare plates. Order across the menu so you can taste how the pit balances Carolina and Texas technique.
Before you go
- Tuesday through Saturday from 11am until sellout; closed Sunday and Monday.
- Pre-order when you can if you want to skip the line.
- Knightdale Station parking is straightforward by car.
On the routeThe Triangle Smoke Run
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Christopher Prieto’s Knightdale smokehouse puts Carolina whole hog beside brisket, sausages, and flavors drawn from his Puerto Rican heritage. Bring a table that wants to compare plates side by side.
Tip. Order across the menu (pork, brisket, and a sausage) so the table can taste how the pit balances Carolina and Texas technique.
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