In the small town of Stevensville, MD sits a Texas style bbq place that will blow your socks off. It is a little off the beaten path, but My husband and I stopped in here for lunch after meeting halfway between our home and where he has been working the last week. I chose this place for a couple reasons. 1) the menu looked good and 2) though there was only a few, the reviews were excellent. Damn I am glad I did. We were instantly greeted and a nice woman behind the counter explained a little about the menu and then told us what the special was. It was called the Summer Special and it was a Pork Belly BLT (pork belly instead of the bacon) and I'm not sure I will ever be able to have it any other way from now on. The pork belly was probably the most tender pork belly I have ever had and I eat it if I see it on a menu haha. My husband had the Brisket Sandwich and much like Texas itself, it was huge. They definitely don't skimp on the meat. It was perfect. The crisp of the Bark, to the tenderness and moistness of the meat, to the pairing with their slaw made this sandwich mouthwatering delicious! Luckily for us, we are good about sharing. So I got a few bites of his and he got a few bites of mine and we were in heaven! We followed it up with the Strawberry Cheesecake Soft Serve Gelato, which was topped with crumbled graham cracker and a strawberry purée. I didn't know you could make gelato any better, but making it soft serve style definitely does. It makes it so much creamier. We told Tyler, who is a Pit master at Bark Barbecue, how much we loved everything and that we were definitely coming back, So he walked out with the Original Soft Serve gelato sundae to try. It was so delicious. Thank you Tyler for your amazing hospitality. It was truly a pleasure to meet you. Everything about this experience was Perfection! I'm already planning my next visit! So if you are in the Eastern shores of Maryland or near Annapolis, do yourselves a favor and come see what I'm talking about. You won't regret it. read more

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Maybe not a 5 star location but with food like this they will find it! I can only attest to the Brisket and the Pork Sandwiches, delicious! The laser potato's, listed as a breakfast item, may have suffered from too long a life at lunch. I'll try to potato's earlier in the day next time. Ceremony is the coffee but apparently the sweets are made there. I'll be back for that pork Belly sandwich and the cookies! read more

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Food never disappoints! Great local beers and coffee. The Bark Bowl with brisket is flavorful with a balanced mix of sweet, sour, and savory. Ice cream is smooth and creamy. A bit pricier than a chain bbq place, however, you won't regret it because the flavors hit! Always smells amazing with the smoker right outside. The outdoor seating is cozy with the heaters and great ambiance. read more

Bark Barbecue - Bark bowl with brisket and seasonal veggies (green beans). Rice is underneath. - Barbeque Near Me - Stevensville, Maryland

I don't know where to start. There's so many good things I want to point out, but I know if this post is too long, it won't get read! The breakfast sandwiches and burritos are amazing. Their pork belly is out of this world. I always get the pork belly burrito and it's the perfect mix of salty, sweet, and a kick of spice. They also make tasty coffee beverages of different varieties, my go to is the caramel latte. The service is top notch. You walk in and immediately you feel like you're welcomed in, treated like family, and make great conversation with everyone there. The ambience is very calm, the area is super clean, and there's even outdoor seating! We brought my niece dog one day and they came out and brought her an ice cream on the house (after asking of course)! They're so generous, and so warm and inviting. We go more than I'd like to admit, but I love coming back because of the delicious food and the people that work here. Please give this gem a try if you haven't already! I should also add, they make the best cookies in the area... chocolate chip is my go to, and if you don't get it around breakfast time, they'll be sold out by lunch. Pic of the pup and her ice cream! read more

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Bark BBQ is absolutely delicious. Their ribs are unbelievably good, so tender and meaty and juicy. It's unbelievable. They're the best ribs I've ever eaten anywhere and I've been on a rib tour, barbecue tour of Nashville and Houston Texas and nobody can touch these ribs. The beef brisket sandwich is fantastic. The brisket is nice and juicy and the meat is tender as can be. I had to pull pork today and it was just delicious. These guys are serious barbecuers and they hit the nail right on the head. It's absolutely fabulous. People used to come visit me on Kent Island for crabcakes now they want barbecue I highly recommend a Bark Barbecue café. read more

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Best kept secret in Stevensville. We've lived in Texas and all over the place and Bark offers up some of the BEST bbq I have ever had the pleasure of savoring. Their customer service is over the top, as well. They have expanded their menu and now offer breakfast and some drinks (they do check everyone's ID). We go here for date night, lunch- whatever. It's my favorite place! We've tried their bark bowls (my favorite), pulled pork sandwich, pork belly sandwich, brisket. You really can't go wrong. It's all so mouth watering! Just go! read more

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Food: The brisket sandwich here is nothing short of amazing. What sets it apart are the buttered sesame buns that add a special touch, coupled with an umami flavor from their sauce that's truly delightful. The spare ribs offer a unique experience, combining distinct Asian flavors reminiscent of both Korean and Japanese influences -- a delightful blend of sweet and peppery notes. The carrot cake soft serve was the perfect sweet ending; I have no complaints about the food--it's on par with fine dining and easily one of my favorite BBQ places, right up there with 2fifty BBQ. The selection of craft beer is also commendable. Service: The staff was friendly and attentive, ensuring that the food arrived promptly. Ambiance: Whether you prefer indoor or outdoor seating, both options offer a pleasant experience. The clean and aesthetically pleasing interior indoors is matched by the comfortable outdoor setting with ample benches and giant fans. read more

This is the new shining star on Kent Island! I've only tried the breakfast as they are only open from 7am-3pm M-F right now but I'm sure will expand hours once they get slammed with business! Let's talk about their not so ordinary Breakfast Burrito! It come's with 3 options; First, just the regular burrito with soft scrambled eggs(the only way scrambled should be cooked, those who like it hard are monster!), pico, beans, guacamole, laser potatoes and chipoltle mayo. This is a great one if you don't like meat but then... You can get this with either smoked pork belly or brisket! I've tried both and so should you. The thing is, I love it when a restaurant takes care in the construction of a dish! Have you ever had a burrito where you bite into it and wonder, where is the meat... or egg..., or guac... Yeah, so have I, all the time. People tend to just slop it into the tortilla because no one can see it! But, we can all taste it people!!! Bark definitely takes time when they are building this masterpiece of a breakfast burrito! Take a look at the photo and see for yourself. To round out breakfast, get yourself some of the laser potatoes! Once again you can see the care and time taken to make this delicious cubes of potatoes fried golden crisp but with layers of soft potatoes. Once again, you can see the time and care taken to make these delicious potatoes. To round out breakfast, let's talk pastries. They had croissants and filled croissants, I tried the apple pie one and it was an excellent desert. And the coffee there is excellent! I also saw some exciting limited time dishes that is not on their menu. I am definitely going to try the Korean sticky ribs and will post about it once I do since my opinion, as a Korean, is the only one that matters. They also had a country stew with brisket on top that looked excellent! I'm probably going to leave work early so I can try both of these today as they are not open on the weekends. EVERYONE NEEDS TO SUPPORT THESE GUYS AND GALS BECAUSE WE NEED MORE NICE PLACES TO EAT ON THIS ISLAND!!! ***Side note: The place is very clean and tidy, always a good sign of how the operation is run. I will more restaurants on the island would take time to clean properly! read more

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The food is always good. My favorite is the beef brisket. Always fresh and if you don't want the add ons just let them know. It's no big deal. Sandwich is worth the $. read more

We stopped by after taking our dogs to a nearby beach for a walk and a swim. We got the Brisket bowl, a pulled pork sandwich and laser potatoes. My only complaint is that the sides are not listed at the actual store so if we hadn't scoped out the menu online first, we would not have known about the potatoes on the menu. We sat at their outdoor seating and even though it's in sort of a commercial business park, it was peaceful and a great spot to enjoy the delicious food. We will be back! read more

This is a very different BBQ place. Industrial park parking lot, but worth the visit. Go inside to order at the counter. Very clean, not a lot of menu items and not all your standard BBQ options either. Order from the menu on the wall with pictures, pay, go outside (there is some indoor seating too), pick a table, and wait for your food. The Bark Bowl is a favorite of the Mrs. I'm partial to the brisket. Good quality meat, smoked right there in the parking lot, then fabricated into non-traditional BBQ creations that are excellent! read more

Truthfully a 5 when it comes to the pure quality and taste of the Smoked, charred, juicy, and flavor of brisket and ribs. Everything else was good as well. Though it's one of my favorites on the eastern shore for BBQ this place does have its drawbacks. Very self serve food truck experience though they do bring the food out to you, smile, and seem like a really nice team! Being in a business park the location is unique. I am going to also lay out that I am not a fan of their BBQ sauce. I have learned to bring my own and the result is epic. I do prefer spicy BBQ sauce myself. The go to is the brisket sandwich which is accompanied by a pretty tasty bag of chips. I recommend that dish or the platter if you're going there with a friend to get some variety. Don't miss out on the best on the shore, come to Bark and discover your new BBQ craving. read more

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I'm not sure what all the hype is about? What am I missing? My wife and I finally had the chance to try it out. We did pre-order carryout for lunch. She had the Pulled Pork Sandwich, and I had the Bark Bowl Brisket. It was ready on time, and everything was fresh. Her sandwich looked pleasant, and the portion size was adequate. My Bark Bowl, though... two 1/4" thick strips of pretty bland brisket, although tender for $16+??? Taste of the rice, pickled onion, cukes,cakes, and beans were good. Total for a sandwich, one platter with sides, two 12 oz cans, and one bag of chips = $45.85? Sorry, but that's steep for what we received. read more

This is a great spot. We went to lunch and sat outside where they have tons of fans circulating air nicely. The inside is actually quite small with only 2-3 tables. You order at the counter and they'll bring the food to your table if you sit outdoors. We had a large group and had to split the group between several picnic style tables. My wife and I ordered the BBQ platter which had a ton of food for 39 bucks including ribs, brisket and smoked chicken. Came with 4 sides (greenS, red rice, slaw and laser potatoes). Whoever is cooking is doing so with passion and the food shows it. Great flavor! Looks like they serve soft serve and coffee. We will be back to try more. read more

Amazing. Had the brisket sandwich and the apple pie croissant. Both were amazing. The croissant in particular was life changing. My husband is lucky he was offered a bite. I just text everyone I know in the area to stop in for one before the fall is over! Service was also incredibly attentive and thoughtful. read more

Hard to give a bbq place 5 stars when you've been to central Texas and had the best in the country. Relative to the region this place is . Seeing the smokers was pretty cool. Definitely legit. Brisket was moist and flavorful. Ribs were unique and smoky. Collards on point. Staff super friendly. Hopefully they expand the menu at some point -- could use another meat, like sausage or turkey. read more

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Tasty food good service! Ask staff about menu options before placing order though. Will come agin when in area for sure!

BBQ right of the smoker. Fresh and seasoned well. I love the platter!! The place is small and for outdoor sitting tucked away from society.

Delicious brisket! Pork very good too. It's definitely a new for takeout. Nice to sit outside with the heaters.

Had my first taste of the brisket last night (carry out) from Bark and I can say w/o hesitation--best brisket I've ever had. Cooked to perfection, just the right fat content...it's now my favorite restaurant that I've never been to--though we'll remedy that soon enough. Coleslaw was a great complement, didn't love the mashed potatoes but that just meant more room for the brisket. Can't wait for an in person visit! read more

First time to Bark BBQ, crossed over the bridge to try it. I told the young man that I am a picky brisket guy. Coming from NYC, I have eaten at many Jewish Delis and traveling the country for my job, tasted BBQ quite often. The young man told me that I wouldn't be disappointed in their brisket, so...I tried it. He was right....the coleslaw made a difference in the sandwich, I enjoyed it very much but at $17, is it worthy of that price? It was worth crossing the bridge though...and the next time I am nearby, I will try the pulled pork sandwich. read more

What an amazing surprise!!! Central Texas brisket was outstanding....5 stars.... Beautiful facility and great manager... she was very informative... please support these folks read more

This place is awesome, our brisket was smoked for 14 hours. Great price and some nice brews to wash it down? read more

Bark Barbecue - Smoker from the outside dining - Barbeque Near Me - Stevensville, Maryland

Delicious! Quick service, great barbecue! My daughter and her husband just loved everything. We will be back!

Fast friendly service with delicious brisket and ribs , the potato's are well done haven't had a bad meal .

Great food, but way over priced. $17 for a meager sandwich and no side is ridiculous.

Grabbed lunch here a couple of weeks ago and was blown away. Food is on point. This is not your typical BBQ joint...IT'S BETTER. And it's going to get better with outdoor seating and liquor coming. Bark Cafe is a cross between a sophisticated BBQ joint with different infusions and a neighborhood cafe. Ya ok it's in a corporate circle but it's also around the corner from the Cross Island Trail and Terrapin State Park. Going to be a great place to hangout after the beach. I was so amazed and impressed with the BBQ, I asked them to cater a small gathering. Yes they cater! I was concerned about the brisket being dried out but nope. It all came out perfect. Must try the pork belly sandwich and ribs. Try the peach hoisin sauce! Oh and got a sweet tooth?! No sweat, they got fresh baked pastries cookies and croissants. Tyler and the owner were very nice and pleasant to deal with. The pit master Lorenzo even took time out to give me pointers and tips on smoking. Good luck Bark Cafe. Hope you guys are here for a long time and quality and service get better and better. read more

I'm not a 5 star review giver...even if your restaurant it really good, I'm probably going to give you a 4 because there is always room for improvement. But this is literally the best barbecue I've ever had; FULL STOP! Best part, five minutes from my house and I can ride my bike if I want (that takes 10 minutes). And it is not just the meat dishes that are good, the sides are fantastic as well, normally an after thought at even the best barbecue restaurants, these sides are original (laser cut potatoes) and just as crave worthy as the ribs, brisket, and pulled pork! Simply put, I've been all over the South and eaten barbecue in every southern state, every other region of the country and all over the world (military vet) and if given the choice, this is where I want to get barbecue. And to top it all off, the staff couldn't be nicer or more accommodating. Do yourself a favor, next time you are headed to the beach or on your way back, pull in to Bark, you won't regret it. read more

After reading a Washington Post article that it was one of the best BBQ options in DC we were thrilled to learn that Bark Barbecue Co. is finally open on weekends too. It's so delicious. From the second you pull in and see those massive smokers with piles of cut wood you know you are in for an authentic bbq treat. Try the Brisket Sandwich and Laser Potatoes! The menu doesn't say it but they also sell meat by the pound. Ribs ribs ribs! read more

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Just finished a wonderful breakfast burrito. Add the brisket, definitely worth it! Unbelievably tender, and all of the flavors come together beautifully.Side of laser cut potatoes, wonderfully crispy with a great dipping sauce. The outdoor grills are awesome. Perfect to see and feel the fire to drive off the dew from the first hint of fall in the morning air. The best part is the great staff. Arlene was so friendly and easy to talk to. And we got to meet Boris the owner. My friend Randy, who had introduced me to Bark as a hidden gem on Kent Island, had talked with Boris previously. It turns out Boris and I have a lot in common, and I don't just mean a love of Texas barbecue. We swapped stories while Randy and I enjoyed our breakfast. I whole heartedly recommend Bark's! read more

great little local place with best bbq and brisket around. tey smoke it right outside. great and friendly customer service. indoor and outdoor seating as noted. agree that it is a bit pricey but food is good read more

Bark BBQ doesn't mess around. Quiet easily the best bbq I've ever had on the entire east coast. We had the smoked pork belly sandwich, the brisket sandwich and the Korean ribs. The pork belly was tender, smokey and extremely flavorful. The brisket sandwich was top 10 best bbq sandwiches I've had in my life. The airiness of the bun, the crisp but light coleslaw, pepper jack cheese and pickled onions, all lended to a perfectly balanced true smoked brisket sandwich. The amount and quality of meat you get is truly incredible. Will definitely be coming back. 10/10 recommend. read more

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We stopped today while working in the area. I had 1-lb chicken, my coworker had a chicken sandwich. They were both too salty to eat the entire order. We threw away half of order. A big disappointment. read more

This place was awesome! I got the mushroom and collard greens sandwich and added pork belly. Oscar was super friendly and nice. Whole experience was perfect. I also don't leave reviews but I just had to for this place! The ambiance was so pretty too, we sat outside because I had my pup. read more

Barbecue, this is the real deal, the real barbecue, Texas Style, The Pork Bally is awesome, I drive all the way over the Bay Bridge just to eat here at the "Bark" read more

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Amazing! Soooo good and worth the drive from Edgewater!!!! Delish!!! Can't wait to go back! read more

I ordered 1 pound of beef brisket and received 3/4 pound of fat and 1/4 pound of beef. I paid $30 for crap!!! I will never go back!

This place is amazing. As a non meat eater I was blown away by the vegetarian options. person i went with loved the actual meat BBQ. this place is legit and worth the drive whether you eat meat or not. Ice cream too! read more

This gem has me salivating even thinking about their tasty bbq sandwiches. I've driven an hour and a half out of my way to eat here and couldn't recommend it any higher. read more

We hit up bark, thinking dog friendly (and it was) but I wasn't expecting much from Maryland Barbecue. We tried a brisket sandwich a pork belly sandwich and the spare rib. I've been stationed in Texas and their beef brisket stood up to Texas brisket. I've worked with numerous folks who've been stationed in and married into Korean families. The Korean spare rib is one of the best I've had. And that pork belly sandwich was great- it had a great combination of sweet and heat. Best Barbecue I've had in a long time. Wish they were closer, the end of my drive way would be a perfect location. read more