Burnt Ends BBQ Is a DownEast Best of Maine Finalist, And We Need Your Vote!

Burnt Ends BBQ Is a DownEast Best of Maine Finalist, And We Need Your Vote!

Big news, BBQ family: Burnt Ends BBQ has been nominated for Best BBQ in the DownEast Best of Maine 2026 awards!

We are fired up, honored, and maybe just a little bit competitive about this one.

Back in 2022, Burnt Ends BBQ was named Best New Restaurant, and now we have a chance to bring home another win, this time for Best BBQ. That means a lot to us, because every brisket, rack of ribs, tray of burnt ends, side of mac, wing order, catering spread, and plate we serve comes from the same place: honest smoke, big flavor, and a whole lot of love for this community.

But here’s the thing: we can’t win without you.

Voting is open May 12 through June 12, and every vote counts. If you’ve ever sent a friend our way, shared a plate with your family, ordered takeout, booked us for catering, left a review, or told someone, “You have to try Burnt Ends,” this is your chance to help us bring home Best BBQ.

How to Vote

Voting is easy:

1. Visit the DownEast Best of Maine voting page.

2. Register when prompted.

3. Find the Best BBQ category.

4. Vote for Burnt Ends BBQ.

That’s it. One vote, big impact.

Why It Matters

Awards are fun, but this one is about more than a title. It’s about showing up for local restaurants, local teams, and the people who keep Maine’s food scene full of flavor.

We’re proud to call Auburn home. We’re proud to serve this community. And we’re incredibly grateful for every person who has helped Burnt Ends BBQ grow from a dream into a smoke-filled gathering place for good food, good people, and just the right amount of chaos.

So, if you haven’t voted yet, consider this your friendly reminder.

Help us bring home Best BBQ in the DownEast Best of Maine 2026 awards.

Vote Burnt Ends BBQ by June 12.

Thank you for supporting local BBQ, cheering us on, and keeping the smoke rolling.

Come hungry. Leave happy. Vote Burnt Ends.