After hearing that Macs was the best BBQ in Charlotte, I rushed right over.\n\nI've eaten there twice now, and both times I was disappointed.\n\nThe meat was tough and the sauces were good, but nothing special.\n\nBoth times I ate there I had the sneaking suspicion that I was just hitting them on a bad day, or an off time.\n\nI might give Mac's one more try before I drop it down to  two stars and give up on it forever.   I really want it to be as good as people say.\n\n**EDIT:** \n\nI gave Mac's a 3rd try.  I was thoroughly disappointed.  It seems no matter what I order, the meat is always tough and dry.   \n\nI have, in fact, NEVER had a great meal there.   The best they seem to be able to offer is \"adequate\".\n\nThey get 2 stars from me.\n\n(NOTE:  Mac's has other locations, and I did get a PHENOMENALLY GOOD brisket from one of their other stores)