Authentic Southern BBQ, Tradition Lives On

About Dixie Pig Bar-Be-Que

Homer Hall was born in Salisbury, North Carolina, where he learned the art of Southern-style barbecuing, smoking, and curing meats from his father and grandfather. Their time-honored techniques were passed down through generations, and Homer proudly carried on the tradition.
After moving to Baltimore, Maryland, Homer married and became deeply involved in his church. As a deacon, he helped prepare meals and shared his incredible barbecue with the congregation. His famous barbecue ribs became a staple at church events, loved by everyone who tasted them. Word spread quickly, and soon, people started visiting his home to buy his mouthwatering ribs, minced barbecue, and homemade barbecue sauce.

From Backyard Pit to Business

While working as an independent trucker, Homer brought ribs on the road and sold rib sandwiches straight from his truck. The demand for his barbecue grew so much that he built a brick-and-stone pit in his backyard. This backyard pit, constructed in 1946, became the foundation of Dixie Pig Bar-Be-Que. Homer’s craftsmanship was so solid that the original pit still stands today, complete with his handprint—a true mark of his legacy.
Dixie Pig Bar-Be-Que quickly became a household name, serving up some of the best Southern-style barbecues in the region.

Famous Visitors and Growing Popularity

From the late 1960s to the early 1980s, the Original Dixie Pig Bar-Be-Que attracted visitors from all walks of life, including well-known celebrities and media personalities. Some of the famous faces who enjoyed Homer’s barbecue include:
  • LaWanda Page (Esther from Sanford and Son)
  • Millie Jackson
  • Stan Stovall (Channel 11 News, Baltimore)
  • Walter Cronkite
  • Oprah Winfrey (during her time in Baltimore with Richard Sher)
  • Johnny Unitas
With so many admirers, it was clear that Dixie Pig Bar-Be-Que had something special.

A New Home for the Dixie Pig

The restaurant’s original location was 7621 Amos Avenue in Severn, MD. In 1982, we moved to our first storefront in Fort George Meade, MD, where it served delicious barbecue until 1995.
Homer Hall was known not just for his incredible barbecue but also for his generosity and kind heart. He was loved by many and would give the shirt off his back to help others. His legacy is carried on through the business, where the same passion, tradition, and Southern-style barbecue live.

The Legacy Continues

Dixie Pig Bar-Be-Que is more than just a restaurant—it is a testament to Homer Hall’s dedication to great food and hospitality. His original barbecue pit in Severn, MD, built in 1946, still stands today as a reminder of where it all began.
From his early days of barbecuing in 1921 to establishing Dixie Pig Bar-Be-Que in 1946, Homer Hall’s dream has flourished for generations. His favorite pose from the early 1970s, holding one of his legendary ribs, is a perfect image of his passion and hard work.
Homer Hall’s legacy lives on through every plate of barbecue served. Dixie Pig Bar-Be-Que—where tradition meets flavor, and the legend continues. Call us today to experience the taste of history and order your barbecue feast.

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