So let’s start with the stuff we know: Barbeque is good. Pizza is good.
With me so far? Good.
It stands to reason that if you combine two things that are good, the resulting product will be something even better. Well, it’s nice to know that in the crazy world we live in–where logic is far too often stood on its head–that reason still holds up every now and again. At State Street Barbeque, the BBQ pizza is…(you guessed it) really good.
I stopped by recently, and with the aid of a friend sampled both the pork and the chicken varieties of their BBQ pizza. If there’s one thing better than going out to eat with someone who loves trying new food as much as you do, it’s when she bases her order on what will help your story the most. Long live foodie friends!
There was nothing about these pizzas that was “off”; everything was spot-on. I like my pizzas to be generously laden with toppings, and this one was. The thin crusts of both pizzas were loaded down with meat and cheese (cheddar and mozzarella).
Both the pork and the chicken were tender, juicy, and had a wonderful flavor. My vote goes to the pork, but that’s simply based on my preference for pork when it comes to barbeque; the chicken was nothing to sneeze at. (Seriously, don’t sneeze while you’re eating barbeque, no matter how cool you think your Jackson Pollock-esque sauce-projectile creations are, you will endear yourselves to neither your fellow diners nor your server.)
Any barbeque lover knows that the sauce can make or break the experience. State Street’s sauce, which my friend nailed as “smoky, but sweet” was proportioned nicely. They didn’t skimp, yet the pizza wasn’t swimming in it, either. This is not a loud, in-your-face sauce; it complements the meat without overwhelming it.
The pizza had been baked just the right amount of time for the cheese on top to form a bit of a crust without losing its “gooey” factor.
At $7.99, the BBQ pizza is a steal. It’s served pre-sliced into four pieces, and it’s plenty of food to satisfy the average hungry diner. For $.50 each, you can add additional toppings (sliced jalapenos, diced tomatoes, onions, or bell peppers)
So the next time lunch rolls around and you feel like doubling up on your “good,” head on over to State Street Barbeque and ask for the BBQ pizza. And do it like I did: Take somebody with you who who will let you eat off her plate.
State Street BBQ is open daily 11 am until 10 pm. And when you show your EatJXN Card, you get 10% off of your order.
State Street Barbeque
960 North State St
Jackson, MS 39202
(601) 961-3433
statestreetbarbeque.com
Price: $$
The brisket is some of the best I’ve had. Can’t wait to try the pizza!
you can smell them on state st. as you drive by.
That pizza looks good
Can’t wait to give this place a try. I’ve been hearing lots of good buzz about State St. BBQ.
I feel like it’s my time to win the Friday gift card!
I like the place but the parking lot fills up quickly.
Ate here a few weeks ago and it was very good. I really enjoyed it!
i am 100% down for bbq’d pizza
Looks delicious!
Can’t wait to try this place out!
My husband and I are going there tonight!
I’m not sure about the pizza but I’m willing to give it a try!
Love State Street BBQ! It has become part of our weekly rotation of locally-owned spots in the Belhaven/Fondren neighborhood! Have liked everything I’ve tried off the menu so far – looking like this pizza is next!
Been dying to try this place, but now I must go immediately for this pizza!
cant wait to try the craft draft and wings!!
Sounds/looks delicious for sure. I’m going to have to try this place next time I’m in Jackson!
I have not heard of this. Will be out this way tonight and will have to stop by!
Definitely enjoyed the brisket at State Street and am loving having a downtown / belhaven BBQ restaurant.
For BBQ pizzas, I’d suggest another build-your-own style with bacon, sausage, sun dried tomatoes, and BBQ sauce. It is one of my favorite pizza combinations. Pizza Shack does it well.
Pizza looks very appetizing.. I have been wanting to try State St. BBQ. I’m also craving Julep!
Good BBQ, but parking is a hassle.
I’ve had the barbecue pizza here and it is amazing!! Especially dunked in more of their bbq sauce – YUM
Have heard nothing but good – can’t wait to try it myself!
Haven’t made it to State Street BBQ yet but I will have to try the pizza when I go.
I’ve been wanting to go by here. I need to make it over there one day as I’m never in the area.
Sounds like a win/win to me!!! Bring on the BBQ pizza!!!
Yumm-O!!!!! I’ve always wanted to try State St BBQ and now I know EXACTLY what to get when I do! This is why I love you EatJxn!!
yummm!!
Love BBQ pizza and will have to try their pizza.
BBQ and Pizza…only in the South baby!
I love BBQ Chicken pizza. Will have to try State Street Barbeque!!
Just discovered it a couple of weeks ago. Fine ribs!
Thanks for the article on this place. I’ve been curious about it for a while!
State Street is very tempting !!! Their food is awesome, I talk about them all the time.
Looks delicious!
Ate lunch at State St. BBQ today. First trip there. Wife and I each had the pulled pork sandwich and it was fantastic. Love the sauce. Can’t wait to go back at try some ribs and other stuff. I was surprised at how big the inside was – not that it is that big, jut bigger than I had imagined driving by
This pizza is delicious!
Oh my gravy!