About Us

History

Ronnie's Q is proudly owned and operated by Ronnie Primm, a Tennessee native with deep roots in rural Charlotte. As a young boy, Ronnie learned the value of hard work while tending tobacco fields alongside his father and five brothers. His father led by example, showing him early on that grit and determination were the keys to success. It was during those formative years that Ronnie first discovered his passion for barbecue. He still remembers watching his dad and uncles prep for a cookout — a process that captivated him from start to finish. In those days, a whole hog was almost always used. While one person dressed the meat, others built the pit using concrete blocks stacked in a square on the ground. A piece of fence wire or an old bedspring held the hog in place as glowing hickory coals were spread beneath it. The pit was enclosed with tin roofing on the sides and topped with heavy cardboard to trap in the heat. What followed was an all-night tradition — laughter, storytelling, and the kind of tall tales that only come out around a fire. Those long nights under the stars lit a spark in Ronnie, one that still burns bright today. His love for the craft, born in those early days, is what fuels every bite served at Ronnie’s Q.

We keep things simple: bold flavors, big portions, and no shortcuts. Every slab, every sandwich, every smoky bite. It's all made with care, the Ronnie’s Q way.