Not what I was hoping for in the BBQ department. Dry meat. Mac and cheese tasted like wet noodles. The baked beans were interesting, brown sugar for sure. The brisket and burnt ends were just dry. It was happy hour and nothing was happy about my meal. Staff was very friendly, polite and helpful. They saved it from being a 2. From TX so maybe my standards are high but dry is not a thing for BBQ. read more

District KC BBQ - 2 meat combo Mac and Cheese - Barbeque Near Me - Bristow, Virginia

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Just got out. Fries are $4. Bag is 20% full, if that. Haven't tried anything else yet. Went the opposite strategy as 5 guys read more

District KC BBQ - $4 fries - Barbeque Near Me - Bristow, Virginia

Bbq beans were the best part of the meal. Brisket sandwich was on the small side. I found it pricy for what I ordered compared to my normal bbq haunts in NC. Market difference, I guess. read more

Routinely out of smoked half chicken at 5:30 PM. This has happened last 4 times I've been there. Often do not answer the phone so I could check before wasting time going there. This issue has been going on for years read more

The Service was great and the restaurant was clean. The BBQ was the worst I've ever had. I'm not 100% for certain but the Ribs/chicken taste and looked like it was oven baked. The Mac and cheese taste like it came from a box. District KC BBQ you need to step your game up in a major way. read more

There is no one ever in the restaurant. It's empty everytime I drive by which is almost daily since I live close by. There is like 1 guy that works in there so the food has to be sitting around. They really need to sell or rebrand the place. They can't be making money. read more

Do you ever go to a restaurant and afterwards tell yourself never to go there again? Yet you go again and and instantly regret it? That is my experience with District BBQ. The bad: pretty much everything. I saw that the brisket came from a bag. Was it boiled in the bag? Microwaved? Who knows? All I can tell you is that it was cold and flavorless. The ribs, dry and tough. The Mac and Cheese was passable, but had cold spots (microwaved?). $30+ for this. It is definitely not worth the price at even half. I've been there four times since they opened and regretted it each time. Save yourself the trouble and expense, go elsewhere. read more

I was disappointed. I guess it's new management. The prices are crazy high for the amount of meat you get. The sandwiches are the size of little biscuits. McDonald's has bigger buns for the kids meals than this place. 10 dollars for just a small sandwich. The sides are smaller than anywhere like it You can get better portions for the price at Mission BBQ . Not enough food for the price. Sad. Not coming back. read more

I ordered the pulled pork sandwich with side of potato salad. The service was quick and the pulled pork was excellent! The potato salad was also something I'll come back for. Nice selection of serve-yourself BBQ sauces to chose from. The restaurant was clean and plenty of seating. My favorite pulled pork sandwich since Red Hot & Blue closed in Manassas. read more

When District BBQ first opened I heard great things about it but never made it to the restaurant, and bet the years that chatter died down and I stopped hearing about it all together. I happened to be over in the area and needed to grab lunch so I thought now would be a good time. I drove over expecting to see a lunch rush but that was not the case and it was empty except for 1 table of about 5 people that were eating and talking. The restaurant is nice plenty of lighting, seating, and pictures of BBQ with award banners all over and that great smell of wood burning so could it be all that bad and maybe I missed the lunch rush? So I head to the counter and see menu above and it's a limited menu and feels like it's geared towards more of a large family/ catering clientele. As I am looking it over I hear a voice from somewhere behind the counter yell that they will be there in a minute. So after a minute or so a tall employee appears and asks, "do I know what I want"? No welcome or hello and I proceed to to ask a few questions about the menu and he seems irritated but my questions so I wrap it up quickly and order a half rack of St. Louis Ribs (6 bone), onion rings, Mac n' cheese, and a drink for $35. I paid and grabbed my cup and he said he will call me when it's ready. About 10 minutes later he yells out my number and I go grab my meal. The meal look great but I felt it might be a bit expensive for the portions but I dug right in. The ribs were dry, lightly seasoned, and not very meaty and I mean like they were cut thin to use the meat elsewhere. The sauces helped give the ribs some flavor. The onion were what you would expect and the Mac n' cheese had good flavor but was nothing special. All in all between the employee with the dry, I don't want to be here personality, the quality of the food, and the cost to portion ratio I won't return to District BBQ anytime soon. There are better chain BBQ restaurants around that don't cost as much and have better portions and better menu items. read more

District KC BBQ - St. Louis style ribs with onion rings, Mac n' cheese and a fountain drink at $35 - Barbeque Near Me - Bristow, Virginia

Bbq! I went here for the burnt ends, so many people recommended them! Very tender and burnt but moist and fatty. I got the meat with a side of fries. Portion size not huge but the flavor was excellent and just right amount. They had about 7 or 8 sauce choices, I tried most of them with the fries or ends, but they didn't really need any additional flavoring. The fries were already spiced with a salty powered and the meat was too juicy to need sauce. I ate inside, food was a few minutes to wait for as they made a fresh batch of fries. You go to a counter to order and later they call your number to go and pick up when ready. Can sit inside or outside table, pretty well spaced out. The only negative was that inside the restaurant was surprisingly smoky, air not filtering properly from the meat smokers. Even with the vaulted ceiling, the smoke was getting down to person level. Okay for a short visit but may irritate people that are sensitive to smoke. Tasty, would visit again! read more

District KC BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - Bristow, Virginia

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So I thought I'd try this place one more time and ordered 1/2 rack of ribs and hope they were going to be good. Well they were tough, and imho did not stay on the grill or smoker long enough. You couldn't bite through them and the amount of fat was in the extreme. Flavor wasn't there and seems that they pre make portions to deliver faster. Only one person seemed to be working and only a couple of customers were eating there. The place looked ok but was not bustling with experience. Seemed like a low expectation place and the food reflects the atmosphere read more

This was our go to for bbq. Tonight there is a sign that they are now a Craftworx taproom. Assuming that's new ownership . We ordered our usual, and it wasn't prepared the same way. Bbq brisket sand with the add on cheese and an onion ring in the sandwich, there is even a picture of it on the menu board. Arrives with no onion ring. Went up and asked the cook for the onion ring and he said they don't do that any more, and "if you want the onion ring you can order a basket because only like 5 onion rings come in an order any way". What?? If that's his best sales pitch he needs a new job. The meal was fine but it did seem like there was less brisket on the sandwiches. We may shop around for a new bbq joint. Disappointing . read more

Had a fantastic dinner last night. Ordered carry out and was ready within 20 minutes or less. Pulled pork BBQ sandwiches, 1/2 rack of ribs, Mac & cheese, French fries, onion rings, baked beans & Chocolate chip cookies. Flavors & seasoning was perfect. Looking forward to having another delicious meal!!! read more

Heard good things so stopped for lunch. Pork had no flavor and was dry so had to put on lots of sauce. The bun was stale and hard on one side. read more

I visited District KC BBQ the first week they were open. There was a long ass line to get up to the counter to order. The dining area was packed. I ordered 'cue to go: Brisket, pulled pork, burnt ends, a sausage link, green beans, and Mac n' cheese. Plus some small soufflé cups with spicy sauces. Everything was pretty good! I will be back! #DistrictKCBBQ read more

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New to VA, love BBQ so I figured I'd give this place a try. It definitely looks cool on the inside. Although the guy working was very friendly to the customer in-front of me, he was pretty dry with me. Didn't say hello/thank you and just handed me my bag at the end. While making my food, I saw them bring out a bag where my brisket was in. They then put in some sort of stirring thing than gave me my brisket sandwich. The buns on my sandwich were warm, but the brisket was COLD. Not room temperature, but COLD. Even if it was warm, I noticed that it was way too salty. I've never had this issue with any kind of brisket before. I couldn't eat half of it before realizing this couldn't be right and decided to get something else. If you're in VA, and want BBQ, I highly recommend The Bone BBQ in Manassas. Minus their pulled pork (wasn't a big fan) their BBQ was some of the best I've had in my life. And if you go there; their Mac and cheese is a MUST try. And a friendly staff, unlike this place. And don't be fooled by the menu prices on the pics posted here or their website. read more

District KC BBQ - An excuse for a Brisket sandwich - Barbeque Near Me - Bristow, Virginia

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I dined at lunch here on April 10. I ordered a brisket sandwich, potato salad, beans and cole slaw. Diners in front of me in line were lamenting they no longer had iced tea, and that is a shame for a barbecue restaurant. The staff were friendly and the restaurant was very clean. Service was prompt. The food was disappointing. The brisket was dry, a bit chewy and tasteless. The potato salad tasted like something my Mom bought in a carton at Safeway when I was a kid. The coleslaw had a bit of Russian dressing on it, which was promising, but there was water in the bottom of the bowl. Baked beans were good, the highlight of the meal. I tried four BBQ sauces, the best of which was Carolina vinegar. The house sauce and spicy sauce were edible but just pedestrian. The Alabama tasted like a bottled dressing you can purchase and dislike, anywhere. Sauces are offered for diners to take what they want, which is good. I am thinking there are other, better BBQ places in Manassas and Fairfax, many of which have food locally cooked and this chain just cannot keep up. Great location and friendly staff though. read more

Was visiting family in Bristow VA and decided to bring food. Popped into to District KC BBQ and ordered (2) "Two meat dinner plates". Never checked the bag. The portions were so small and I was so embarrassed, ended up taking my family member out to a late lunch instead. Have had free samples at Costco that were larger than District's portions. Definitely a lesson learned! Don't waist your time with this place. Look for Mission instead! read more

District KC BBQ - Two meat dinner--burnt ends and pulled chicken $12 rip-off! - Barbeque Near Me - Bristow, Virginia

I went to the Bristow location today, and it is closed, even though they are supposed to be open on Sunday's.

We have been going here since it opened and have always been happy with the services and food. Sometime during or after then pandemic, the business was sold. Now the menu is far more limited. But this is not the issue that occurred. We have always ordered pretty much the same thing and last night it would seem that, in the owners/manager's opinion (not sure who it was) we didn't order enough. In fact, this individual chased us down outside to express to us his displeasure. Even went so far as to tell us not to come back. Seriously, we have been loyal customers of this place since it opened and were constantly looking for it to reopen after the pandemic and now we need to spend money according to what the establishment thinks we need to spend. I will gladly take money business and money elsewhere. read more

Wasn't impressed with the menu selections or the quality of the brisket sandwich I bought, very bland with little to no taste. Still trying to figure out their bbq sauce situation, saw a Costco size bottle of Sweet baby Rays bbq sauce behind the counter while eating my lunch. I think they put SBR in their sauce dispenser and cheese it their own. Not going back anytime soon! read more

District KC BBQ - menus on the wall - Barbeque Near Me - Bristow, Virginia

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Had been going to the one in Falls Church but then they stopped serving pork then they closed. Was nearby around lunch time so stopped in to see how they are doing. First thing, it smells great as soon as you walk in the door. Pulled pork is on the menu as are their best beans. So good. Love the physical upgrades to the seating area over how it was when they opened. Great food, they take Apple Pay, and a friendly manager. Can't wait to come back. read more

This was our first time at this BBQ restaurant but the rest of our group had been there before, pre-COVID. My husband had been craving BBQ and I always want to go to a BBQ restaurant that has burnt ends on their menu. Sadly, we were all a bit disappointed with our meals. The "burnt ends" were just cubes of cut pork - a far cry from true burnt ends. They lacked the consistency and flavor of true burnt ends. I was extremely disappointed. The brisket was very good, but like everything else we ordered it lacked flavor. Their coleslaw was interesting...I couldn't quite place what they used for the sauce but it was definitely some kind of vinegar base. It didn't seem to have much (or any) mayonnaise to it. It wasn't bad - it was just ok. The pulled pork was good. They do NOT have cornbread on the menu, which should be against BBQ law! Overall, it was just ok. I definitely wouldn't go out of my way to go back. On top of everything, it was pretty pricey. 3-stars is probably a bit generous. read more

This was one of my favorite BBQ places to eat before COVID. Service and menu section was great. Now this place is just a sinking ship. Menu selection is very limited and pricey. All my favorites are no longer on the menu. Service is SLOW with only 2 people running the restaurant. Management needs make adjustments to the food selection quickly. My suggestion is add items that are less cost and labor intensive. A good selection of burgers and fries sold as a combo will help your business ride out the pandemic. Keep things simple and not limited to expensive items! Customers will continue to return! read more

District KC BBQ - Chicken plastic wrapped (Probably a day old) - Barbeque Near Me - Bristow, Virginia

In fairness, did not try the food. Any BBQ place worth its salt has individual platters with 2 sides and cornbread. It's that way in KC, Texas and anywhere that serves BBQ. This place is pretty much a la carte everything. read more

I'm not sure how long this has been in Bristow but this was our first time (and last) going here. My wife ordered the brisket salad and I had a burnt ends platter with cheesy potatoes, BBQ beans and corn bread. I used to travel a lot and would always try the local bbq places when I traveled. I've had great, good, okay and now bad. I'll fist give the good: brisket from my wife's salad was actually moist and tasted good. The cheese sauce to the potatoes was very good and the BBQ beans were really good. The okay: corn bread was okay. Nothing special. The bad: The burnt ends are hands down the worst bbq item I've ever tried. They were small, very fatty, chewy and dry. Nothing like true KC burnt ends or like any others I've had elsewhere. I have my wife one to try and she just kept chewing and chewing. It's the first bbq that I've ever thrown away without eating at least half. While the brisket on the salad was good, I think the salad was prepackaged and there was no room to mix in the dressing it brisket. Disappointing. The picture is of the burnt ends and if you look close, you can see the fat in them. Next time I'll go to Mission BBQ. read more

District KC BBQ - Burnt ends - Barbeque Near Me - Bristow, Virginia

I've visited twice. Both times were wonderful, staff is friendly and attentive, restaurant is spotless. First visit I had the Carolina sandwich, pulled pork, slaw and a vinegar sauce with beans on the side. The pulled pork was awesome, and I own my own smoker and make my own, so my standards are high. I didn't *love* the beans as they are a bit too sweet, but that's to MY standard...having lived all over the US in my life, they were perfect for what they are portraying, Kansas City BBQ. Second visit I had burnt ends. I loved it less than the pork, but this is not uncommon for me. My true BBQ love is pulled pork. The burnt ends were a bit fatty BUT delish. I had the slaw as a side, it was great on the sandwich. I look forward to visiting again soon and trying new things. I have yet to try the fries, I think the Alabama white sauce would be great on them. read more

I'm glad I found this place. I was headed for Panera Bread when I saw it from the main road. So I made a quick upturn and headed in. I'm a big snob when it comes to coke slaw. I've never found any place or any one who makes it as good as my mom....until today. The coke slaw is pretty good. The bbq is on point. The staff were super friendly and the environment is comfortable. Music is great, not obnoxious so it makes dining in enjoyable. I will definitely be back :) read more

I stopped in for lunch on a weekday... they were about half-full with patrons at the time I arrived. The cashier greeted me with a huge smile and a very friendly attitude. Since it was my first time there, she helped me pick my entrée and sides and she explained how various items were prepared.... She was VERY helpful, it made it easy to decide what to get! The items I got were even the way she explained them, so thanks! As for the brisket..... it's sliced very thin with not much fat and a slight smoke flavor... It was decent, but needed to be slathered in sauce. Their cole slaw is unique, interesting and really tasty. The cheesey potatoes were really nice and tasty (and cheesey too)! They even have pickles and jalapeños at the front to pick up. Their cornbread was nice; it's soft and moist without being like a sweet corn cake. And their sauces were really good, especially their mustard-style BBQ sauce. Their XXhot sauce (it's up front) is really hot, but also tasty. The place was nice and clean and the food was good overall, so I would definitely return! read more

District KC BBQ - Slice Brisket Platter - Barbeque Near Me - Bristow, Virginia

Solid 4 stars BBQ- 5 for Virginia since it's the best around. They slice their brisket to 1/8" which is just being cocky since KC standard is 1/4", but I have to tell you that it was still delicious. The brisket held up to the pull test and was not dried out at all- I inhaled the brisket. The burnt ends were how they needed to be- small cubes of meat candy. I had a couple bites that I disregarded where the fat hadn't rendered but overall still very solid burnt ends. The ribs had a great smokey flavor. I tend to like them cooked a little bit more and just dry rubbed, but they were still very good. For sides they have a lot of options and the green beans are not to be missed. The coleslaw is made with bbq sauce so just make sure that's okay prior to ordering. Also, I really love their dill pickles in the sides bar. Overall, this is a great BBQ destination in NVA. read more

District KC BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - Bristow, Virginia

Picked up a togo order of 6 ribs and mac n cheese, never ate here before but it definitely won't be the last. The ribs were amazing, the mac n cheese was to die for. It's not your run of the mill orange cheese, it's white and delicious. read more

Use to be my go to spot for lunch to get BBQ, but because of covid half the menu is gone and prices went up. Basically they are 5 guys now of bbq everything is a la carte so if you go with 2 people expect to spend $35 which is ridiculous. RIP Districtbbq......... read more

I'm sure it was just a busy day so things were overlooked..... but, 1. Glad they are here and open 2. Food was cold! Ordered nachos and turkey plate and both were cold. Cold nachos can rarely be good. And cold BBQ isn't great either. 3. The XXX hot sauce is hot and good. 4. Processing time was slow, but understanding as it is a new place with new employees. 5. Baked beans were my favorite part of the meal as they were the only item served warm, and they had a good flavor. read more

District KC BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - Bristow, Virginia

It took me awhile to get around trying this place but i finally did and didn't leave like i missed anything. Its okay bbq but they did fail in a-lot of the basics. I ordered the pulled pork sandwich with a side of beans and mac and cheese i also believed it came with cornbread. The problem i had with my meal is that it felt kind of mediocre and lacked alot of flavor. The bun used for the pulled pork sandwich was dry and seemed like it was close to expiration. The pork itself was also dry and lacked flavor even drenching it in the sauce might've helped a bit , but like i said in previous reviews! " you shouldn't have to drench your food in sauce for it to taste good". The mac and cheese was luke warm and too soft like it was overcooked. I loved the beans btw probably the best baked beans I've ever had! I wanted to love this place but it was just okay... Do I recommend you trying it? Sure but don't expect too much. read more

District KC BBQ - Pulled pork sandwich - Barbeque Near Me - Bristow, Virginia

Lousy!! Food was very pricey and barely edible . No ice for $2.00 fountain drink! Using Baby Rays bbq sauce! Not what they advertise. Oh and the sauce dispensers were clogged up and looked like the had never seen soap and water. Then you sit down and start looking at the overall filth. Gross is an understatement!! Oh and I forgot to mention the rude customer service. read more

BURNT ENDS. BURNT ENDS. BURNT ENDS. You must try their burnt ends. They're absolutely delicious -- filled with flavor and cooked perfectly. I loved their corn bread as well. I am so excited to have this bbq so close to home, because I foolishly kept driving to their other location! Their beans are to die for. I've never had anything like them. I don't eat beans, but I have theirs ONLY because its amazing. You must try them! read more

Such a fan!!! I happened in there on their first day... I'm from Austin, TX (where the best in BBQ lives) but ordered my meal with an open mind. I've been back a dozen times since OCT and love the food, the employees and the owner. He's made time for me pretty much every time I see him. Bonus point for my kids loving it too! Get the burnt ends, slaw and planets best beans - my go to meal. The sausage is savory and the smoked wings are bingeworthy! read more

District KC BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - Bristow, Virginia

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The food was delicious. Place is clean and they have safety measures. Ordered to go and it was packed with care. Will definitely go back. read more

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I work nearby and it just smells divine when they fire up their smoker! The staff is SUPER friendly. I like to try a little bit of everything and they are great about going a little off menu and add substitutions! The pickles are really great and the sauces are delish! I like the vinegar and the white then I add a shot of the xx spicy to it! The chocolate chip cookies taste great too! read more

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