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AWARDS & MEDIA

We're grateful for the recognition Yo Daddio! Barbecue has received since opening in Nokomis.  Every award, nomination and media feature reflects the support of our guests and the care we put into our craft.

AWARDS & RECOGNITION

Yo Daddio! Barbecue 2026 Best of Florida Regional Winner

BEST OF FLORIDA

REGIONAL WINNER

 Bradenton & Sarasota region in the

View the Winners

Yo Daddio Barbecue 2026 People's Choice Best BBQ

PEOPLE'S CHOICE

BEST BBQ

Venice Blues, Rock, Reggae & BBQ Festival

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BEST OF SARASOTA

2026 FINALIST

***Best Barbecue***Best Food Truck***

View the Winners (announced 10/7/2026)

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September 10, 2026

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by Bradley Cooper — Editor, Connect Media

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YO DADDIO! BARBECUE BRINGS A TASTE OF TEXAS TO FLORIDA

Ever since earning it name from a misspelling, Yo Daddio Barbeque has made a name for itself serving up central Texas style BBQ in Florida.

September 09, 2026

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INTERVIEW BY VOYAGE TAMPA

Voyage Tampa sat down with Mark and Dawn Daddino to talk about how Yo Daddio! Barbecue started, their move from corporate careers to the food-truck business, and their approach to Central Texas-style barbecue.

July 01, 2026

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FEATURED ON ABC 7 's SUNCOAST VIEW

Mark and Dawn Daddino joined ABC7's Suncoast View to demonstrate how they make Yo Daddio!'s Texas Twinkies and share how they turned their passion for food into a barbecue business.​

August 21, 2026

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December 14, 1025

MEDIA INQUIRES

For interviews, photos or information about Yo Daddio! Barbecue contact Mark and Dawn Daddino at email: yo.daddio.bbq@gmail.com

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