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Southern Junction

Located near Buffalo’s historic Allentown neighborhood, Southern Junction offers Texas-style BBQ with a South Indian Twist.

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    What is Southern Junction?

    Opened in 2023, Southern Junction’s unique BBQ fusion menu is inspired by owner Chef Ryan Fernandez’s roots in Kerala, India and upbringing in Texas. This eclectic blend of flavors combined with daily, fresh-smoked meats, makes for a mouth-watering dining experience.

    The storefront of Southern Junction Barbecue features large windows reflecting the street, a neon sign, and a colorful BARBECUE sign above the entrance on this classic brick building.

    What to Expect at Southern Junction

    At Southern Junction, classic barbecue favorites like brisket and pork ribs are 

    accompanied by delicious Indian-inspired sides like basmati rice and cardamom cornbread. The menu also features other unconventional combinations, including a handheld Barbacurry Foldie.

    Beyond the food, Southern Junction provides friendly, Texas-style service. Guests are invited to order their meats and sides from the counter before finding a seat in the restaurant’s dining room or heated outdoor patio, making for an effortlessly authentic experience.

    Special Events and Additional Info

    On Sundays, only the brunch menu is available. It features breakfast tacos, house cured pastrami sandwiches, Southern Junction’s famous cinnamon rolls and more!

    Plan Your Visit to Southern Junction

    Hours:

    Monday: 4 – 9PM

    Thursday–Saturday: 4 – 9PM

    Sunday: 10AM – 3PM

    Tuesday & Wednesday: Closed

    A tray of Southern Junction barbecue food including ribs, pulled pork, potato salad, pickles, sliced bread, a roll, pickled onions, barbecue sauce, and a cup of orange sauce, served on brown paper on a black tray.

    Where is Southern Junction?

    365 Connecticut St, Buffalo, NY 14213

    Directions

    Take Amtrak to Southern Junction

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