Maine might not be known for BBQ, but that doesn't mean we don't serve up a honkin' plate of ribs! Right now, while lobster season is but a distant memory and while we've got all those layers to cover up the extra pounds, let's go all out with Maine's marvelous meat! Here are some of the state's most beloved BBQ joints!

1. The Shed BBQ, Rangeley

The Shed is one of our favorite places in Maine! Nestled slightly out of the way in Rangeley, the service is good and the company even better. Try the pulled-pork sliders, which have been called "too good to be true." Or, get crazy and order the ribs. Expect to leave VERY satisfied. Visit them at: 2647 Main Street, Rangeley / 207-864-2219

2. Buck's Naked BBQ and Steakhouse, Freeport

While there are a few locations for Buck's only the Freeport spot will give you access to the Juke Joint, where live music gets you boppin' until the wee hours. The good news is that every location has some pretty great BBQ, so head to any of them for dinner! Visit them in Freeport at: 568 US Route 1, Freeport / 207-865-0600

3. Riverfront Barbeque & Grille, Augusta

Riverfront Barbeque is best known for their great southern BBQ, which includes Memphis dry rub ribs, pulled pork and beef brisket. But, you can't go wrong with anything on the menu. Especially given that all smokes meats come with pickles onion rings. Visit them at: 300 Water St, Augusta / 207-622-8899

4. Smokin' Good BBQ, Bethel

Smack in the middle of Maine ski country, you'll find Graceland - an ironically named blaze-orange trailer serving some of the best stick-to-your-bones BBQ this state has to offer. Order at the window and tuck into massive piles of meat, cooked slow and low in the on-site smoker. Try the North Carolina pulled pork plate, with two sides, cornbread and a pickle! Visit them at: 212 Mayville Rd, Orange Trailer, Bethel / 207-824-4744

5. Elsmere BBQ & Wood Grill, South Portland

Elsmere BBQ and Wood Grill is known for authentic Texas-style BBQ. Customers come back for their state-of-the art smoker, which is lovingly nicknamed "Mama." Elsmere uses only wood and handcrafted rubs to slow smoke their meats, which comes out in everything they serve. Visit them at: 448 Cottage Rs,

South Portland / 207-619-1948

6. Spring Creek Bar-B-Que, Monson

Spring Creek is about as real as you can get this side of the Mason-Dixon line, serving up buckets - yes, buckets - of tender pork, beef and chicken. Hiking the AT and want to fill your belly with something other than trail mix? This is your place! Visit them at: 26 Greenville Rd, Monson / 207-997-7025

7. Terlingua, Portland

This East End Portland BBQ spot is known for some amazing specials. From smoked ribs to brisket to pulled pork and chicken, everything is standout here! They tend to sell out, but if that happens you'll still find plenty of other options on the menu. Visit them at: 52 Washington Ave, Portland / 207-808-8502

8. Beale Street Barbeque, Bath

The Boston Globe referred to their jalapeño cornbread as "the perfect companion to, well, everything" and we tend to agree. Come by for a bluesy atmosphere that can't be beat! Visit them at: 215 Water St, Bath / 207-442-9514

9. Salvage BBQ & Smokehouse, Portland

Salvage is awesome for parties and big groups, but if you're just two people you'll enjoy the large picnic-type tables as well. There are lots of beers on tap and the ambiance is like no other in the area! Visit them at: 919 Congress St,

Portland / 207- 9553-2100

Does the thought of BBQ have you yearning for other hearty and filling meat options? Check out our favorite burger places in Maine by clicking here.