The Stamey family started barbecuing in Lexington. Can't ask for more authoritative heritage than that.  Opened up Stamey's in Greensboro back in 1930.

That's the arched-roof, smoke-filled pit room to the far right.  As majestic a pit room as you'll ever see.  At least 8 pits.  All cooking shoulders.  The fire is started in a box out side and transferred by a very long handled shovel to each pit.  Takes 9-10 hours to get the shoulders just right.

Stamey's serves their pork sandwich Lexington style, topped with red slaw.