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Est. 2018 in Sylva, NC

When It's Gone, It's Gone.

Over 30 years of pitmaster experience on every tray: slow-smoked meats, homemade sides and a true scratch kitchen.

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Big Nick's crew carving smoked brisket at an outdoor catering event

Catering

Catering for Any Event

Corporate events, weddings, family celebrations and game day parties. Slow-smoked meats, homemade sides and desserts, made fresh in our scratch kitchen and served hot.

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Fan Favorites

The plates folks come back for, served on the red tray.

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Brisket Platter

Brisket Platter

Slow smoked beef brisket, sliced to order, with two sides and a Hawaiian roll.

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Pork Sandwich

Pork Sandwich

Hand chopped Carolina pork BBQ on a bun, served with one homemade side.

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Half Rack Platter

Half Rack Platter

A half rack of St. Louis spareribs with two homemade sides and a Hawaiian roll.

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Smoked Wings

Smoked Wings

Jumbo wings, smoked, flash fried and tossed in our sweet heat BBQ sauce.

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Peanut Butter Pie

Peanut Butter Pie

Homemade peanut butter filling topped with a thick layer of chocolate ganache.

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Built on Family and Real BBQ

Built on Family and Real BBQ

Big Nick's opened in Sylva, North Carolina in 2018, named in honor of the owner's late father. Serving Western North Carolina.

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Order Delivery Directly From Big Nick's

Order Delivery Directly From Big Nick's

Order ahead for pickup or delivery from Sylva and Murphy. Pick your store and we'll have your tray hot and ready.

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Community Highlights

Recent Google reviews from Big Nick's guests.

jason nicholas

jason nicholas

Love this place. Jalapeno sausage, brisket beans, and brisket Mac Everytime with 3 brisket eggrolls. Safe to say I love the brisket.

Christopher Comer

Christopher Comer

Best bbq in town!!

Conversion Is Key

Conversion Is Key

We had the pleasure of eating at Big Nick's today. We were greeted with a warm welcome and sample of their burnt ends (which were fantastic) and we ate the delicious juicy brisket tacos.... mmmmm The Staff was warm and friendly and service was fast and pleasant. A must eat in South Cape!

Jeanne Genton

Jeanne Genton

We drove 45 minutes to try this place and it was definitely worth the drive! The smash burger had amazing flavor, the ribs were great, and the mac & cheese with brisket was OFF THE CHAIN! 🤤 The collard greens were really good, the BBQ beans were amazing, and the homemade banana pudding was TO DIE FOR! 😍 Super cute ... place with a great outdoor seating area out back. We’ll definitely make the drive again! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Michele M

Michele M

We tried Big Nick’s Barbecue for the first time, and it definitely did not disappoint! First off, the staff was incredibly friendly and helpful. The food was absolutely delicious, and the portion sizes were generous, so you definitely get your money’s worth. I ordered the two meat platter with brisket and turkey, ... along with potato salad and brisket mac & cheese. Everything was cooked perfectly, and the brisket mac & cheese was especially flavorful. My husband had the double smash burger, which had an amazing flavor and was cooked just right. Our friend ordered the two meat platter with brisket and ribs, baked beans, and brisket mac & cheese, and she loved every bite. We also sampled the burnt ends, and they were outstanding—tender, flavorful, and a must try! I’ll be ordering those on our next visit. Because of the heat, we chose to sit inside, but they also have a really nice outdoor patio in the back. We’ll definitely be back!

trent dohner

trent dohner

Great food and staff. Will definitely come back again!

Reanna W.

Reanna W.

We got the family meal that feeds 6ppl. 2 meats and 3 sides! Good heaping portions.

Michael Camacho

Michael Camacho

It takes skill to make good barbecue. I walked in to Big Nick’s Cape Coral location not sure what to expect. I was greeted with all smiles, just like I was family. I ordered a brisket sandwich and brisket mac and cheese with their employee, Kylie. I blinked, and my food was already in front of me. I barely had time to ... take in the relaxing ambience and warming atmosphere. Their famous sauces were set every table, each with distinct flavors that add elements to the barbecue words can not describe. The Mac and cheese in itself is to die for. I will be counting the minutes until I return to this wonderful establishment. I just can’t wait to try more!

Janine Musselwhite

Janine Musselwhite

This was mine and my husbands first time having Big Nicks, to WHOEVER was cooking, shame on you for cooking like this while I’m on a budget!! I would eat here nightly, if I could! This is the first time I’ve had restaurant collard greens that are REAL collards, not from a can and cooked with the meat. The Mac n cheese ... was so cheesy, not a dry piece to be had even though we ordered delivery. The ribs were SO tender, a little too much black pepper for me personally, but my husband said they’re the best he’s ever had and he should have ordered more! The prices are very humble for the quality you get. My ONLY complaint is that they didn’t send me the whole pot of collard greens and Mac n cheese lol. 10/10 will definitely be back & would love to sit down in the establishment. Nick, you know what you’re doing and the love can be tasted in your recipes. Blessings to you & your family, thank you for FINALLY bringing good BBQ to the Cape.

stpmscaitlin

stpmscaitlin

Top Shelf Brisket !

Pamela Namowitz

Pamela Namowitz

What a great dinner, had a hankering for BBQ, SO Big Nicks did what they do best. Ribs, Mac & cheese, Collards, oh yeah! Hubby had a smash Burger, SO good. Server Kiley was so friendly and helped with decisions. You Gotta go!

Frequently Asked Questions

What dishes are you best known for?

We're best known for our Banana Pudding, BBQ Tacos, Brisket, Brisket Mac & Cheese, Brisket Pimento Cheese Egg Roll, and more.
     

What type of cuisine do you serve?

We serve Barbecue, Burgers, Carolina BBQ, Smokehouse, Southern Food, and more.     

What services do you offer?

We offer BBQ Catering, BBQ Delivery, Bulk BBQ, Dine In, and Pickup.     

What areas do you serve?

We service Brasstown, Cherokee, Dillsboro, Murphy, Sylva, and surrounding areas.     

Big Nick's Barbecue Locations

Serving Western North Carolina.

Map of Big Nick's BBQ - Murphy, NC - 630 US-64, Murphy, NC, 28906, US