Blackburn's BBQ

06/17/2026

We saw this crazy message in the clouds … ☁️☁️☁️

06/17/2026

🚨 WE’RE OFFICIALLY NOMINATED! 🚨

TOP 5 IN EACH ONE!

Because of YOU, Blackburn's BBQ has been nominated for multiple categories in the 2026 Best of Central Florida Awards! 🔥

Now it's time to bring home the win.

🏆 Vote for Blackburn's BBQ in:

✨ DINING ✨
• Best BBQ
• Best Catering
• Best Country Cooking
• Best Carryout/Curbside
• Best Dessert
• Best Early Bird Dinner
• Best Ribs
• Best Wings

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👉 HOW TO VOTE:

✅ Click the link below
✅ Complete the email registration one time
✅ Search for and type "Blackburn's BBQ" in each category listed above

⚠️ You only register once, but you can come back and vote EVERY SINGLE DAY!

🔗 Vote Here:

https://theledger.gannettcontests.com/2026-Best-of-Central-Florida-Communitys-Choice-Awards/gallery/?group=549557&fbclid=IwdGRjcASeeBdleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEe06_jGd_tPBAIpgKW18NVC2CJmppohxV2f3IWui1FmJMbfBTeoC-bGtS9HLQ_aem_h5TQE6X8-uSTj287Me90nw

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From a food truck to a full-service restaurant, this journey has been built on hard work, long days, late nights, and the support of an incredible community.

Whether we've catered your event, served your family dinner, smoked your favorite rack of ribs, or simply become your go-to BBQ spot, we'd be honored to have your vote.

Thank you for supporting local. Thank you for believing in us. And thank you for helping Blackburn's BBQ continue to grow.

❤️ We couldn't do it without you.

06/17/2026

✨While you’re here grab him a Blackburn’s BBQ GIFT CARD 😁 ✨

With Fathers Day being this weekend, get your Dad something he actually wants without breaking the bank!

Lassen Cut $17 per half pound. This is very tender jerky
Smokey OG “original”
Sweet n Lit “sweet n spicy”
Reaper “hot af”

Cowboy Cut $22 per half pound. This is more traditional style jerky
Maple Teriyaki “sweet teriyaki”
Rooftop Korean “korean bbq”
Manifest Destiny “this flavor is based on spices and seasonings that were commonly used for meats during the colonial period of America”

Black leather patch hat $24.99
Realtree camo leather patch wood grain hat $24.99

Available for pickup at Blackburn's BBQ in Eagle Lake. Also available for pickup in Auburndale. We will deliver for free on order $50 or more.

06/17/2026

It’s Wednesday — the first day of our week, and the best BBQ in town is officially back at it! 🔥🍖

It’s hot outside, so let us do the cooking.

Whether you’re grabbing lunch with coworkers, feeding the family, or just craving some slow-smoked BBQ, we’ve got fresh meats, homemade sides, and cold drinks waiting for you.

We’re serving up all your favorites until 8 PM today!

☀️ Also, this is our LAST WEEK OPEN before vacation. We’ll be closed June 24–27, so make sure to stop by and get your BBQ fix before we take a short break.

See y’all soon at Blackburn’s BBQ!

06/16/2026

There's other places that are cheaper. I wouldn't disagree with you either, but when you come to Blackburn's BBQ you help a small business grow, you help a company support 25 employees with a good living. It makes my customers apart of something, from the pride and hard work of making our landscape look great with clean flower beds and freshly trimmed lemon trees. To everything being clean on the inside from the smoker to your child's high chair. We here at Blackburn's BBQ take so much pride in making all of our customers happy and proud just to be apart it all, its more than just BBQ. Thank you everyone we'll see y'all this week,

Brandon

06/13/2026

👓 LOST & FOUND 👓
(Pictures in comments)

Well… this might explain why some of y’all have been squinting at the menu lately. 😂

We’ve collected quite a few pairs of glasses that were left behind at Blackburn’s BBQ.

If you’ve been wondering why everything’s been blurry since your last visit, your glasses might be hanging out with us.

Come take a look (if you can see them 😜) and claim your pair!

‼️ Also, if you are missing a class ring we have found one. To claim it you will need to know the color of the stone and what’s on the side of it. ‼️

📍 Blackburn’s BBQ
169 5th Street, Eagle Lake, FL 33839

📞 863-287-9975

Please share this post and help these glasses find their way back to the people who clearly didn’t see them when they left.

06/13/2026

🚨 SATURDAY ROLL CALL 🚨

Be honest…

If you walked into Blackburn’s BBQ right now, what’s the FIRST thing you’re ordering? 🤔

🍖 Brisket
🍗 Pulled Pork
🦃 Turkey
🌭 Sausage
🥚 BBQ Deviled Eggs
🧀 Loaded Tots
🍟 Fries

No judging… unless you say a salad or chicken tenders . 😏😬

Drop your order in the comments and tag the person who’s buying lunch today. 👇😂

We’re here until 8 PM serving up smoked meats, cold drinks, and that southern hospitality everyone loves.

📍169 5th St, Eagle Lake
📞 863-287-9975

06/13/2026

🔥 From Food Truck to Full House — 🔥

It’s amazing what can happen when you chase a dream.

From 2014 to 2017, Blackburn’s BBQ started out on wheels — just a food truck, a dream, and a whole lot of oak. We spent those years rolling up to pollard road serving up BBQ straight from the offset stick smoker — the same one we still use today.

When we opened our first brick-and-mortar spot, we had just 35 seats and that same food truck parked out back, still doing what it does best — slow-smoking every brisket, rib, and pulled pork plate that hits your table.

In October of 2022, we took the next big leap — a full renovation that expanded our space to 140 seats. The restaurant grew, but our heart and process never changed. We still light the same fires, use the same smoker, and stay true to the craft that started it all.

Of course, the road hasn’t been easy.

We’ve had computer systems crash, printers refuse to talk to the kitchen, and enough behind-the-scenes chaos to make us question our sanity more than once 😅.

We’ve seen staff come and go, but through every challenge, we’ve grown stronger — and today, we’re proud to have an amazing team that has the same common goal working together to give you the best experience.

Each obstacle has taught us something: patience, resilience, and the value of staying true to who we are.

From that little food truck to a 140-seat restaurant, one thing’s never changed — our love for good BBQ, smoked slow and served with pride.

To our loyal customers, family, friends, and crew: thank you for every meal shared, every word of encouragement, and every bit of support that’s helped us come this far.

Here’s to the next chapter — it’s not over yet.

✨ENJOY SOME OF THESE PICTURES THROUGHOUT THE YEARS ✨

06/13/2026

⚾️ Community Supporting Community ⚾️

Last Saturday, the Eagle Lake 6U All-Stars hosted a fundraiser dinner at Blackburn’s BBQ and Pre- sold an amazing 315 dinners, raising $1,890 for their team!

Thank you to everyone who came out, purchased a meal, and showed support for these young athletes. The success of events like this is only possible because of our community.

We’re honored to be able to help local teams, schools, churches, and organizations reach their fundraising goals.

Interested in hosting a fundraiser with Blackburn’s BBQ?

📧 Email: [email protected]
📌 Subject: FUNDRAISER

06/12/2026

✨Blackburn & Son began in 1983, and after years of hard work, Pops retired in 2023. ✨

Here's a throwback to 1994, with Pops and his 1973 Jeep J2000, a symbol of his journey. We recreated it in tribute to his hard work & dedication.

✨Pops started the Lawn business all while at Bobby Hart's Texaco station in Eagle Lake. ✨

My brother Creig joined him on the lawn truck at just 13 months old and still resided with him up until he retired. I was 5 years old when I started helping him.

✨Pops instilled in us the value of hard work and resilience, and for that, I thank him. ✨