America loves barbequed ribs and that's an undeniable fact. Undeniable although slightly disputable if it were in the running for the most favorite dish. But all debate aside, it is restaurants like the Beale Street Barbeque that lend this common understanding of a nation's culinary preferences more credibility. Both locations, at Bath and South Portland, are renowned for their achievements with the grill and smoked meats whilst the ambience is decidedly cool and casual.

Enticing appetizers include smoked hot sausage with bourbon mustard dripping sauce or chicken quesadilla with cheese. Follow this with a BBQ platter, pulled pork or chicken on a bun with coleslaw or just settle down for a half slab of pork ribs with jalapeno cornbread. Try the different combos and don't miss the Texas baby beef backs. There are also sandwiches and wraps that extend beyond the barbeque and chances are that you will enjoy these as much as what you originally went there to eat.