Cancel

    Open app

    Search

    Mission BBQ

    4.2 (270 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

    Mission BBQ Photos

    Business Info

    MISSION BBQ ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

    You might also consider

    Recommended Reviews - Mission BBQ

    Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
    Yelp app icon
    Browse more easily on the app
    Review Feed Illustration

    Reviews With Photos

    Pulled Pork with XXL Combo
    Tim C.

    Mission is one of the best and most consistent BBQ places here locally. Service is always fast and very courteous. And you get your food quickly. Plenty of seating for all size groups I like how they always have a special dish to try as well. This trip I got pulled pork with fries. So good. Smokey and moist and you get a good amount of meat. I love their fries, cooked fresh when you order. You get a lot for your money. The variety of sauces at the table is nice. My favs are the Smoky Mountain and Gator Bite. Rest of my family got ribs, pork, brisket sandwich. Sides of beans, cobbler and mac and cheese. All very good. My kids always get the ribs and love them. The baked beans are great with actual meat in them. We have tried so many other places but come back to Mission as our favorite. The consistency and great choices along with great value can't be beat.

    Green beans baked beans Mac n cheese and delicious pudding.
    Katherine M.

    Such good hot food! Love the atmosphere here at the restaurant. Top quality food. My 1st time to dine there. I was very impressed. Everything tasted so good.

    Anthony G.

    Mission BBQ is one of my favorite places to go eat for lunch or dinner! It's nice to walk in and all the employees are so friendly and they welcome you into the building. The meals that they offer are very delicious as well. The serving sizes are generous, I normally eat all of it but I should break it into two meals versus consuming it all at the same time.

    Fat from brisket
    Gio P.

    Great service but expensive. Got 1/4 pound brisket and green beans, no drink. $12 and mostly fat. I asked for half dry half wet. It was mostly wet = fat. The girl at the checkout said I could get wet and they can trim the fat. ‍ Corn bread did come with the meal but it was on the dry side.

    Brisket, chicken and turkey. Along with xxl combo.  Dessert is banana pudding.
    Sally C.

    Stopped in for lunch. Hubby and I hadn't had Mission BBQ in a long time. Ordered the three meats and made it a 3 side combo. Was more than enough food for the both of us. The brisket here is moist, juicy and delicious. I also enjoy the homemade French fries. Service is delivered with a friendly smile. Always clean and inviting.

    Long N.

    The staff are really friendly. They go beyond to make sure you are satisfied. The food is constantly good. The fatty/moist brisket is my wife favorite. You also cannot beat the hand cut fries.

    Sliced Brisket Sandwich
    Austin P.

    I cannot say for certain where the name Mission BBQ came from; perhaps the mission is superb customer service, affordable BBQ with excellent quality, mouthwatering sides or desirable desserts. Whatever the mission, what I can say is "MISSION ACCOMPLISHED!" My favorite and usual go to is the sliced brisket, preferably moist but all other barbecue items are just as delicious and what you'd find from the person smoking meats on at your local street corner. The prices are very reasonable with satisfying, consistent portions and quality making this a favorite and reliable barbecue joint of mine. All sides and desserts are homemade and Mission BBQ even offers seasonal items that keep me coming back! Whether you get the cheesy potatoes or the Mac n cheese, I promise you your socks will be knocked off from the prevalent cheesy goodness! My favorite dessert is the Apple Pie cobbler which happens to be a seasonal item so if you are lucky enough to see it on the menu, stop everything and order two of them immediately! Mission BBQ has a rustic charm to it that feels very homey but the true reason a person would feel so comfortable and welcome is due to the incredible, welcoming staff! On numerous occasions, I have been provided free sides just from side conversations I have engaged with staff on. This chain also treats military personal unbelievably well and will give free sandwiches on Veterans and Memorial Day. If you sign up for their email club, you also will receive a free sandwich on your birthday. This is a great restaurant with great food run by great people. Try them out!

    Military Appreciation is this week!
    Kaethe E.

    This is a top notch bbq. All is fantastic but the black plate specials are over the top. They ALWAYS treat Veterans well.

    Smoked Ribeye....AMAZING & only $13.49
    Lisa M.

    I absolutely love Mission BBQ from the decor, amazing employees and delicious meat and sides. Especially love how they stop at noon every day to honor our country. My favorite thing there is the sliced moist brisket sandwich with some white sauce and vinegar sauce with their amazing fresh in house sliced French fries and the Mac and cheese. I also love their pulled chicken sandwich but can rarely resist the brisket. The black plate special Smoked Prime Rib is fantastic and will definitely get that again when it's on the menu as well as their cheesy potatoes. Give em a try, I think you'll be impressed.

    Meat Sampler w/ Two Sides

    See all

    6 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    5 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    6 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 months ago

    Brisket is amazing. Mac n cheese is next level and staff super friendly. Highly recommend

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    5 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Kaethe E.
    4
    134
    242

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    5 months ago

    Hard to find good bbq in Florida! Would I go back? Probably not. It was just ok, nothing special

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of D H.
    0
    59
    19

    11 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Lisa M.
    170
    294
    1904

    3 years ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 0
    Love this 4
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Greg B.
    51
    36
    5

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Ric P.
    839
    702
    13516

    4 years ago

    Helpful 5
    Thanks 0
    Love this 3
    Oh no 1

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    9 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Jeff C.
    7
    59
    99

    3 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Nate T.
    163
    504
    1645

    3 years ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 1

    9 months ago

    Food was delicious and the atmosphere was friendly and pleasant . The service was great too

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Curt W.
    2
    72
    206

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    10 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Stephen F.
    8
    392
    186

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1
    Photo of Irv D.
    3
    54
    21

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    Page 1 of 7

    Ask the Community - Mission BBQ

    Is the brisket smoked right, pink ring around the edges, or not? Four Rivers doesn't get the concept, doubt a decor-driven place would. And what's with no collard greens? Blasphemy! Have yet to have barbecue in this state...

    I'm not able to go back and verify because I live in West Palm, but the two times I had dined at Mission, it was closer than most (to the pink edges you're seeking) -- for the Tampa area.… 

    Don’t See Your Question? Ask Away!

    You might also consider

    Josephine's Italian Market - Figaro sandwich and Greek salad, along with my beautiful wife.

    Josephine's Italian Market

    4.9(113 reviews)
    0.7 mi
    $$

    I would give this 1,000 stars if I could. Finally a restaurant that is not a chain in Brandon!…read more The most attentive staff, the owner was awesome, and the place is quaint and clean! But let me tell you about the food! Oh mygahhhhhhhhhhh! I had the Monica sandwich, my friend had The piggy sandwich, we mentioned we love meatballs, but hmmm, how are they? and the sweet waitress said how amazing they are just try one & the owner insisted we not share one and brought out two... I WILL be having that meatball sub soon! Yummmm! Then Robby (I believe that's his name), the owner, got sneaky and brought us both a mini cannoli! Holy cannoli! How can a cannoli be crunchy and creamy and light at the same time? idk but it was! This place also has items you can buy all from Italy! Pastas, sauces, etc. the coffee, beer and wine bar looked enticing too. But since I was on my business lunch break I had to pass. But... i will be taking the hubby and/or family there for dinner. They have pasta dishes that I know I Neeeed In my life! They had gelato toooo! I gotta go back! Soon!

    Stopped by here on a whim about a month ago after kicking around the Brandon Mall on afternoon…read more Wanted a good sandwich. I was AMAZED and had to revisit. Had the Italian the first time. Bomb! Drive down for a 2nd go - I live about 30 minutes north of Brandon - totally worth the drive. Thought tonight, I'll get Luca Brasi. Jeeez Louise - SO GOOD. That horseradish hits on another level! Employees are super welcoming and helpful. Chill, hole-in-the-wall, locals-vibe with authentic Italian decor. Will def make the drive again. Skip all the other Brandon crappy chains. This is THE SPOT.

    Photos
    Josephine's Italian Market - Dry products

    Dry products

    Josephine's Italian Market - Josie's half salad

    Josie's half salad

    Josephine's Italian Market - Pastosa frozen stuffed pasta

    See all

    Pastosa frozen stuffed pasta

    Full Tilt Sandwiches

    Full Tilt Sandwiches

    5.0(10 reviews)
    3.2 mi

    Went there today and got s OG philly cheesesteak and was surprised that my meal included free…read morefries (thanks free fry friday!). The cheesesteak had a lot of meat, seasoned well, and the fries were hot and good! Full Tilt is food truck by the gas station, so bring some outdoor chairs and a small table and you can bring in a nice ambience or go across the street to the playground and eat there. The guy who cooked the food was really nice and i will say, coming from the Northeast , the hoagie half was very good. Drunkin Noodle: get some fruit juices up in there and you geechie but yeah these jawns best in Tampa urreaa

    Didn't think I'd be doing a YELP! review on a food truck, but yes…read more Wife were out a plant and outdoor festival with music and vendors. We were there to see what kind of plants were for purchase, not getting a great sandwich. While walking the rows of booths we were getting hungry, I did see somewhere they were selling Philly cheese steaks, I dismissed it like really a Philly from a food truck and calling it a Philly also. But as I was walking the isles I caught a view of one of those cheese steaks and wow...I could see it was prepared with a proper Amoroso roll too. Okay, I got to check this joint out and glad we did. We ordered a large to split with fries. Perhaps one of the best in the area. Roll was fresh and steak done just right with cheese and onions. I will tell you this, if your ever at an event and see this truck, make it a point to stop and try it out. If you never had a cheese steak from Philly, this will be as close as your gonna get. Peace.

    Photos
    Full Tilt Sandwiches - Special request private catering for Eagles Fans at RJS

    Special request private catering for Eagles Fans at RJS

    Full Tilt Sandwiches
    Full Tilt Sandwiches - Food truck order window...

    See all

    Food truck order window...

    Frankie’s Italian Deli

    Frankie’s Italian Deli

    4.1(324 reviews)
    3.0 mi
    $$

    worth the wait! amazing - i had a single chicken ceasar cutlet and we did the 2 slices and a drink…read moreand pasta with meatballs for the kiddos. i would definitely go here again next time we are in town. i was expecting a quiet counter deli but it was slammed and now i know why! with so many dessert options it was hard to choose but our daughter had a mango ice cream with toppings and our son had the tampa mix up. seating can be crowded you may have to wait for an indoor table. if i lived nearby i would do takeout but we ended up getting a seat before our food was ready.

    I've been a loyal customer of Frankie's Deli since they opened. I typically order the chicken salad…read moreor a sandwich, and I also place large catering orders for my customers because they genuinely enjoy the food. Unfortunately, after my most recent experience, I won't be returning. I stopped in around 3:00 p.m. and was happy to see it wasn't busy. I went to the deli counter, waited for someone to serve me, ordered my chicken salad, grabbed a soda and chips, and headed to the open register. As I walked up, the cashier called another customer over ahead of me. I waited while he spent several minutes deciding whether to pay cash or by card because of the 4% card fee. I continued standing there with my three items, to the point that I actually set them down and debated walking out. Then, instead of helping me, the cashier motioned for an entire family to come to the registereven though I had been standing there waiting before they arrived. After that, she waved over another customer, and I had to wait while a mother and her two teenagers decided which desserts they wanted. Again, I stood there patiently. When it was finally my turn, there was no greeting, no "thank you for waiting," nothing. The first thing I was asked was, "Do you have a pickup order?" I said no. She then motioned for my chicken salad container, saying she needed it. I placed it on the scale and set my other items on the counter. The cashier then asked, "Are you okay?" I simply shook my head because, honestly, I wasn't. Instead of recognizing why I was frustrated, she continued talking, making comments, and escalating the interaction rather than simply ringing me up. At that point, I asked, "Do you want to argue? Do you want me to go back and forth with you?" I then asked who the manager was. She pointed to a woman beside her, who identified herself as the owner. I asked if she could ring me up instead. Even then, the cashier continued making comments. It was only after she continued engaging me that my voice became louder in response. Rather than addressing the repeated comments from her employee or asking what had happened, the owner immediately said, "Do not raise your voice at my employee." That response was disappointing. There was no concern for the customer experience, no apology for repeatedly being skipped in line, and no attempt to resolve the situation. There was also no acknowledgment that the interaction had been escalated by the cashier's continued remarks before I ever raised my voice. The irony is that I have spent a significant amount of money catering from Frankie's Deli over the years because my customers love the food. Good food will bring people in once. Great customer service keeps them coming back. Sadly, this experience ended that relationship for me. There are plenty of places with great food, but respect and customer service matter just as much. One final thought: this is Florida not NY. Hospitality goes a long way. The aggressive, dismissive attitude I experienced isn't what I expect when supporting a local business. I won't be back.

    Photos
    Frankie’s Italian Deli - 3 foot chicken cutlet hero

    3 foot chicken cutlet hero

    Frankie’s Italian Deli - Pistachio ice cream

    Pistachio ice cream

    Frankie’s Italian Deli - The exterior of the building

    See all

    The exterior of the building

    Campbell's Dairyland - RAINBOW SPRINKLE CONE

    Campbell's Dairyland

    3.8(190 reviews)
    1.3 mi
    $

    1st day of school was a hit so we decided to celebrate by heading over to Campbells Dairyland for a…read moretreat. We went inside to order and got a brownie sundae and twist cone with sprinkles and a kraut dog for myself. The girl who took our order was moving quickly and had everything out within minutes. The hotdog took a little longer from the back but it was fresh when it came out. Everything was delicious and it's the perfect spot to fix a sweet tooth and hotdog craving for us.

    I was visiting Brandon, FL with my mom and when we drove by here, she made sure that we stopped…read more She was telling me all sorts of stories of visiting here over 30 years ago! How nostalgic! It is amazing to see small businesses stay in business for so long. That is really telling to the product and the service. I loved the old school feel of the establishment. Everything now a days is so modern and rigid, but not this place. You really feel like you are thrown back in time. There was plenty of seating inside and outside. It also had a drive-thru. Upon entering, we were greeted right away by the 2 young workers behind the counter. I had been craving a rainbow sprinkle ice cream cone so badly. I ordered a waffle cone with vanilla soft serve ice cream covered in rainbow sprinkles. It was so good. The cone tasted fresh and cracked nicely so you know it was not stale. My mom ordered a scoop of ice cream in a cup and she also gave it rave reviews. Many people visited while we were inside enjoying our ice cream so you know its the place to be for dessert!

    Photos
    Campbell's Dairyland - INSIDE

    INSIDE

    Campbell's Dairyland - Peanut Butter Cup Sundae

    Peanut Butter Cup Sundae

    Campbell's Dairyland

    See all

    Pizza Rock - The thin crust pepperoni. We requested light sauce. It was perfect,

    Pizza Rock

    4.4(279 reviews)
    1.3 mi
    $$

    Great Pizza, and an awesome friendly staff. If you haven't tried Pizza Rock, put it on your short…read morelist.

    If you're looking for legit wood-fired pizza in Brandon, Pizza Rock is absolutely worth a stop. I…read moreordered The Butcher's Pizza and the first thing that stood out was the crust--crispy on the bottom, chewy in the right way, and cooked perfectly. They're using a New York-built wood-fired oven with a rotating turntable, so the pizza is constantly moving while it cooks, and you can taste the difference. The cheese melts evenly, the edges get that beautiful fire-kissed char, and the whole pie has that true fire-roasted flavor. The experience inside was just as good as the food. The restaurant is extremely clean, there's a ton of space (great for families or groups), and the staff was super friendly. They took time to talk with me and shared the Brandon location opened in 2018, and that they had to complete special training/certifications to even qualify to buy and operate that oven. You can tell it's a family-run business with real pride and passion behind what they're doing. Even the pizza box is a cool touch--nice branding and attention to detail. Only small critique: I just wish The Butcher's Pizza had a little more topping coverage. Flavor was great just could've used a bit more "loaded" factor for a butcher-style pie. Overall: solid pizza, amazing crust, great people, and a clean, welcoming spot. I'll definitely be back.

    Photos
    Pizza Rock - Interior seating area

    Interior seating area

    Pizza Rock - Ohhhh yeah, October 2024

    Ohhhh yeah, October 2024

    Pizza Rock - View from our table, October 2024

    See all

    View from our table, October 2024

    Mission BBQ - bbq - Updated August 2026

    Loading...
    Loading...
    Loading...