Raleigh News: Mac’s Speed Shop opens Raleigh barbecue location

Charlotte’s Mac’s Speed Shop opens Raleigh barbecue location

Raleigh is getting a new barbecue restaurant from a popular Charlotte brand. The Charlotte-based barbecue chain Mac’s Speed Shop plans to open its new Raleigh location next week in the city’s Five Points neighborhood.

New Location in Five Points

The new Mac’s will replace the former Lonerider Brewing taproom on Glenwood Avenue. The grand opening date will be Thursday, March 28, according to a sign in front of the restaurant.

Expanding Across North Carolina

Raleigh will be the ninth Mac’s Speed Shop to open in the state, joining several in the Charlotte area, plus outposts in Greensboro and Fayetteville. Mac’s Speed Shop started nearly two decades ago in Charlotte, owned by Wynn Davis and Hall Johnson. Today, it’s the flagship of Mac’s Hospitality Group, which also includes SouthBound and three other music and events venues.

Menu and Atmosphere

Mac’s is known for a broad menu of barbecue favorites and bar snacks. You’ll find the smoked staples like pulled pork and brisket, smoked wings, and brisket burnt ends. The menu also includes jalapeno-topped deviled eggs, a lineup of burgers, chicken and dumplings, tacos, and salads. The new barbecue spot has completely redesigned the dining room and inherits a large backyard patio from Lonerider. The restaurant is currently in training mode, with plans to open before Easter.

Increasing Competition in Raleigh

Mac’s follows fellow Charlotte barbecue shop Midwood Smokehouse in moving into the bustling Raleigh barbecue scene. Midwood opened its Smoky Hollow location in late 2022.

Exciting News for BBQ Lovers

Raleigh residents and visitors alike can look forward to trying out the offerings at Mac’s Speed Shop’s newest location in Five Points. With a reputation for great barbecue and a diverse menu, Mac’s is sure to become a favorite spot for barbecue enthusiasts in the area.