BBQ Brawl Season 6 Contestants
There are 12 BBQ chefs competing this season. Each one has their own story, style, and love for barbecue. They’ve come from all over the country to win the title of Master of 'Cue.
Greg Gatlin — The Texas Legend
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Owner of Gatlin’s BBQ in Houston
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Featured in Texas Monthly’s best BBQ list
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Competes to elevate his BBQ legacy
Jason Dady — The Hot Shot
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San Antonio restaurateur with 6 restaurants
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High-speed cooking style, known for intensity
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Wants redemption after losing to Bobby Flay
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Arturo Ramon II — The Live-Fire Rancher
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Chef/owner of Blanco River Meat Company
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Specializes in whole-animal, firewood-based BBQ
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Based in Wimberley, Texas
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Alexandra Donnadio — The Fiery Cop
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Hostage negotiator and pitmaster from New Jersey
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Runs Iron & Oak Catering
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Focuses on whole-animal, open-flame BBQ
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Thyron Mathews — The Weekend Warrior
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Iowa-based sheriff and pitmaster
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16 Grand Championships
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Winner of Barbecue Showdown on Netflix
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Tyler Anderson — The Comeback Kid
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Connecticut chef and 7x James Beard nominee
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Owner of Millwright's and TA-Que
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Former BBQ restaurant owner looking for redemption
Aarthi Sampath — The Trailblazer
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Mumbai-born chef and Chopped winner
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Owner of Sigri Indian BBQ in NYC and LA
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Uses tandoor and Indian spices to stand out
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Kyle Bryner
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Pitmaster with a love for Southern BBQ
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Brings classic smokehouse techniques to the show
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Known for clean flavors and simple, powerful presentation
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Rosalie Bradford Pareja
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Based in California, with a modern BBQ twist
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Specializes in fusing Latin flavors with traditional smoke
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Aims to bring fresh identity to BBQ culture
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Orchid Paulmeier
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A Top 5 finalist from The Next Food Network Star
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Owns One Hot Mama's on Hilton Head Island, SC
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Brings strong coastal flavors and personality to the pit
Tim Van Doren
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Self-taught pitmaster from Missouri
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Owner of Smokey D's BBQ
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Known for competition-style meats and sauces
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What is BBQ Brawl Season 6?
BBQ Brawl is a competitive cooking show where 12 top pitmasters compete in live-fire cooking challenges. Each contestant is coached by one of three celebrity chefs — Bobby Flay, Maneet Chauhan, and Antonia Lofaso. One winner will be crowned Master of 'Cue and gain national recognition.
BBQ Brawl Season 6 Captains
This season’s teams are led by three top chefs. Each captain brings their own cooking style and many years of experience. They will guide and compete with their teams during the BBQ challenges.
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Bobby Flay
- Food Network veteran and 4-time BBQ Brawl winner
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Hosted over 15 shows
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James Beard Award winner
- Famous for: Beat Bobby Flay, Iron Chef, Bobby's Triple Threat
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Maneet Chauhan
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Chopped judge and Tournament of Champions winner
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Known for bold Indian flavors and BBQ fusion
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Owner of restaurants in Nashville (Morph Hospitality)
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Antonia Lofaso
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Champion of Tournament of Champions
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LA-based chef with multiple restaurants
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Expert in live-fire cooking
BBQ Brawl Season 6 Judges
Three judges help decide which pitmasters move forward and who gets eliminated. Each judge brings their own skills and taste to the show:
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Rodney Scott
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Famous BBQ pitmaster known for whole-hog cooking
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Won the James Beard Award
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Brooke Williamson
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A chef and winner of Top Chef
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Loves creative and modern food
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Carson Kressley
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TV star known for his fun and honest opinions
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Brings a fresh point of view to BBQ judging
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Where Is BBQ Brawl Filmed?
Season 6 of BBQ Brawl is filmed at Star Hill Ranch in Austin, Texas. This historic and picturesque venue is a favorite for film shoots thanks to its classic Western-style buildings and open-air layout.
It provides an ideal setting for barbecue battles, with scenic outdoor backdrops, natural Texas beauty, and wide spaces for live-fire cooking. The rustic charm adds an authentic Texas BBQ feel to every sizzling moment.
When & Where to Watch
New episodes of BBQ Brawl air Sundays at 9|8c on Food Network. Episodes are also available for streaming on Max the following day.
Whether you like watching live on TV or streaming later, BBQ Brawl is easy to catch each week.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Who are the captains in BBQ Brawl Season 6?
The captains are Bobby Flay, Maneet Chauhan, and Antonia Lofaso. Each is a famous chef with years of experience in cooking and mentoring.
2. Where is BBQ Brawl Season 6 filmed?
The show is filmed at Star Hill Ranch in Austin, Texas — a perfect place for outdoor BBQ cooking.
3. What is the goal of BBQ Brawl?
The goal is for one contestant to win the title of Master of 'Cue, becoming a BBQ champion with help from their team captain.
