The Humble Hog Craft Barbecue
Knoxville
The Humble Hog is a downtown Knoxville craft barbecue spot known for featuring an entirely or mostly dedicated gluten-free kitchen. Standout menu offerings include their smoked wings, pulled pork, smoked half chicken, and ribs, alongside traditionally gluten-heavy favorites like chipotle mac and cheese, fried pickles, hand-cut fries, and banana pudding.
Commenters are overwhelmingly enthusiastic, celebrating the restaurant as a rare and safe haven for celiac diners. Reviewers frequently laud the mac and cheese, fried pickles, brisket, cornbread pancake, and kimchi Brussels sprouts, with many noting the food is delicious enough to be loved by non-gluten-free eaters as well.
- Order the chipotle mac and cheese and fried pickles for rare, completely gluten-free comfort staples.
- Try popular smoked meats including the brisket, ribs, smoked wings, and pulled pork.
- Don't overlook unique side dishes like the kimchi Brussels sprouts and cornbread pancake.
- Save room for dessert, particularly the banana pudding or banana bread.
- Safe and highly recommended for celiac diners, but equally loved by non-gluten-free patrons.
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