"Your Ultimate 2026 Guide to Both BBQ and Tex-Mex in Trussville, Alabama"
📍 Menu Guides, Prices, Locations & Catering Information
Smoked Ribs • Pulled Pork • Giant Burritos • Famous Queso
163 Main St, Trussville, AL 35173
Located right on Main Street, Moe's Original BBQ in Trussville serves up award-winning, Alabama-style smoked meats. Their most popular lunch and dinner options are their massive sandwich meals. Every sandwich meal is served with your choice of two scratch-made Southern sides and a drink.
*Note: The following prices are estimated averages for early 2026. Prices are subject to change.*
If you want to skip the bread and dive straight into the meat, the Platters are the way to go. Every platter comes with two sides and a piece of sweet, griddled cornbread. For a deeper dive into the history of this chain, check out our comprehensive Moe's Original BBQ Menu Guide.
| Platter Item | Description | Estimated Price |
|---|---|---|
| Rib Platter (Small / Large) | St. Louis style spare ribs, dry-rubbed and slow-smoked. | $18.00 / $23.00 |
| Smoked Half Chicken Platter | Bone-in half chicken smoked over fruit wood, served with white sauce. | $16.50 - $18.50 |
| Smoked Wings Platter | Jumbo wings smoked, flash-fried, and tossed in wing sauce. | $17.00 - $19.00 |
Moe's Original BBQ in Trussville makes their sides fresh daily. Standard options include: Baked Beans, Marinated Slaw, Potato Salad, and Macaroni & Cheese. Do not leave without trying their legendary Banana Pudding, made with real Nilla Wafers and fresh bananas.
Hosting a tailgate, wedding, or office lunch in Trussville? The BBQ location is heavily equipped for catering. They offer:
The National Fast-Casual Tex-Mex Chain
"Welcome to Moe's!" The other Moe's in Trussville is the massively popular Tex-Mex franchise. Here, every meal is built-to-order on an assembly line right in front of you. And remember: Every order comes with unlimited free chips and access to the fresh salsa bar.
At the Southwest Grill, you control exactly what goes into your meal. If you have dietary restrictions, check out our comprehensive Moe's Allergen Guide or our highly detailed Gluten-Free Menu Guide.
Both restaurants in Trussville are incredibly family-friendly and offer dedicated meals for children under 12.
| Restaurant | Kids Menu Options | What's Included |
|---|---|---|
| Moe's Original BBQ | "Mini Moe's": Small Pulled Pork Sandwich, Ribs, or Chicken Tenders. | Includes one small side (like mac & cheese) and a kid's drink. |
| Moe's Southwest Grill | Kid's Taco, Kid's Quesadilla, or Kid's Mini-Burrito. | Includes a kid's drink, a cookie, and the complimentary chips and salsa. |
Because having two restaurants with the same name in one town causes endless confusion, we have compiled the most frequently asked questions from Trussville locals and visitors.
No. They are completely unrelated companies. Moe's Original BBQ was founded by three friends from the University of Alabama and focuses on Southern soul food and smoked meats. Moe's Southwest Grill is a national corporate chain focused on customizable Tex-Mex burritos.
That is Moe's Southwest Grill. They are famous for their piping hot "Queso," which is a staple side dish for dipping your tortilla chips.
That is Moe's Original BBQ. Alabama White Sauce is a regional mayonnaise and vinegar-based BBQ sauce that is traditionally served over smoked chicken and turkey.
Yes! One of the biggest perks of dining at the Southwest Grill location is that every single entrée order comes with a free basket of corn tortilla chips and unlimited access to the fresh salsa bar.
Yes, the Moe's Original BBQ location on Main Street in Trussville typically features a full bar, serving local craft beers, Southern iced tea, and their famous frozen "Bushwacker" cocktails.
Both require caution due to cross-contamination, but Moe's Southwest Grill is generally very easy to navigate for Celiacs if you follow the proper ordering protocols (requesting a glove change and fresh lettuce from the back). Read our full Gluten-Free Guide for detailed instructions. At the BBQ joint, almost all the smoked meats are naturally GF, but you must avoid the buns, cornbread, and mac & cheese.
No. Because they are entirely separate, unaffiliated businesses, gift cards and loyalty app rewards cannot be transferred between the two restaurants.