Brank's BBQ & Catering

Brank's BBQ & Catering is a beloved family-owned barbecue restaurant located at 13701 24th St E A1 in Sumner, Washington, just minutes from downtown Tacoma and the Puget Sound area. Established in 1995 by Charlie and Lori Brank, this iconic establishment has been serving authentic Southern-style smoked meats for over 28 years, becoming a cornerstone of the Sumner community and one of the best barbecue destinations in Pierce County. The restaurant traces its roots to the 1980s when Charlie Brank began experimenting with BBQ using repurposed refrigerators and 80-gallon drums converted into custom smokers. He further refined his craft by studying under the legendary Paul Kirk, the Baron of BBQ, taking professional cooking classes in the early 1990s. Today, Charlie and Lori have passed operations to their three children—Jessica, Sarah, and Preston—who continue the family legacy with the same dedication to quality. The menu features slow-smoked brisket, pulled pork, ribs, and the legendary Brank's Cowboy Beans, a recipe that originated in Lori's kitchen and has become a local favorite. The restaurant offers full-service catering for private events, weddings, corporate functions, and family gatherings, with a dedicated catering team available at catering@branksbbq.com. Open Tuesday through Sunday, Brank's BBQ provides a warm, rustic atmosphere perfect for families, tourists exploring the Pacific Northwest, and locals craving authentic American barbecue. With over 1,800 reviews and a 4-star rating, Brank's BBQ & Catering remains committed to the vision that started it all: serving delicious food with genuine hospitality.