The History of Bunyan's Bar-B-Q

Fantastic barbecue is what we do! Knowing the history of our restaurant will help you know why we value our food and our community. We work to provide the best tasting BBQ for those who live in Florence or for those who have simply come to visit. Read more about our history below.

Family-Owned and Operated Business

Our owner, Malcolm Cole, took over to carry the legacy of his father, John Cole alongside his mother, Rosie Cole. His memories of being at Bunyan's Bar-B-Q represent his willingness to work, even at a young age. Malcolm has worked at the restaurant ever since he was a young boy.

Once his father passed, he vowed to continue running the restaurant. He even works alongside his brother, Dwight, and other family members to make the family's special slaw. Malcolm has always wanted to continue the legacy of his family and remember his father for who he was as a civic-minded man.

At Bunyan's Bar-B-Que, we believe in family and look forward to catering to other families within our community.

Family-Owned and Operated Business

Our owner, Malcolm Cole, took over to carry the legacy of his father, John Cole alongside his mother, Rosie Cole. His memories of being at Bunyan's Bar-Q-Que represent his willingness to work, even at a young age. Malcolm has worked at the restaurant ever since he was a young boy.

Once his father passed, he vowed to continue running the restaurant. He even works alongside his brother, Dwight, and other family members to make the family's special slaw. Malcolm has always wanted to continue the legacy of his family and remember his father for who he was as a civic-minded man.

At Bunyan's Bar-B-Que, we believe in family and look forward to catering to other families within our community.

Call Us Today!

If you're ready for some authentic and fulfilling barbecue, it's time to visit Bunyan's Bar-B-Q. Give us a call today at 256-766-3522 to try one of our plates or our famous coleslaw! We are located at 901 W College St Florence, AL 35630.

We look forward to serving you!

Check Out Some Of Our Reviews!

Been going here since 1973. I've compared every other BBQ to Bunyans. I could eat a roofing shingle if you put their slaw and sauce on it.

- Tim S.

Bunyan's is a local institution I love all their food an I usually eat there about once a week

- The 33 Percent

Best BBQ around. Friendly service.

- Kathy B.

Fantastic. I eat here everytime I'm in the area. The slaw is to die for.

- Will P.

First place I go to eat when I get to Alabama. Told them they need to open a place in Delaware Yankees have no clue how to cook barbecue.

- David T.

The best bbq and slaw dogs in north Alabama!

- Colby R.