6.6/1038 votes#1 - Bad to the Bone
Season 3 Episode 1 - Aired 7/4/2024
The contestants kick off the competition by cooking a bone-in protein and two side dishes that reflect their unique styles and personal stories.
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7.1/1022 votes#2 - Brew and ‘Cue
Season 3 Episode 2 - Aired 7/4/2024
Legendary pitmaster Tuffy Stone joins the judging panel as the cooks prepare beer-infused dishes that hop with flavor.
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7.2/1019 votes#3 - The Trench Is Back
Season 3 Episode 3 - Aired 7/4/2024
The competition heats up as the Trench returns for a twist-filled challenge celebrating flavors from around the world.
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7.2/1020 votes#4 - Friday Night Bites
Season 3 Episode 4 - Aired 7/4/2024
Facing elimination, two pitmasters duel it out in a fiery fish cook-off. Afterward, the remaining contestants gear up to satisfy hungry tailgaters.
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7.8/1022 votes#5 - Slow Fast Food
Season 3 Episode 5 - Aired 7/4/2024
Chef Matty Matheson ("The Bear") encourages the pitmasters to turn down the heat and whip up an original fast-food recipe using slow-cooking techniques.
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4.5/1030 votes#6 - Brisket Battle
Season 3 Episode 6 - Aired 7/4/2024
In their toughest challenge to date, the final four attempt to out-smoke their fellow competitors in an epic beef brisket showdown.
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5.1/1024 votes#7 - Go Pig or Go Home
Season 3 Episode 7 - Aired 7/4/2024
Chef and acclaimed author Kwame Onwuachi joins the judges for a Sunday supper that showcases each pitmaster's family traditions.
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4.1/1027 votes#8 - The Final Stand
Season 3 Episode 8 - Aired 7/4/2024
The finalists craft dream menus for their very own barbecue joints in a head-to-head battle to claim the coveted grand prize and title.
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The Best Episodes of Barbecue Showdown Season 3
Every episode of Barbecue Showdown Season 3 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Barbecue Showdown Season 3!
Eight of the country's best backyard smokers and pitmasters vie for the title of American Barbecue Champion in a fierce but friendly faceoff.
Genre:Reality
Network:Netflix
Season 3 Ratings Summary
"Bad to the Bone" is the best rated episode of "Barbecue Showdown" season 3. It scored 6.6/10 based on 38 votes. Directed by N/A and written by N/A, it aired on 7/4/2024. This episode is rated 0.5 points higher than the second-best, "Brew and ‘Cue".