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    Mission BBQ

    4.5 (243 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Irma C.

    This was an unplanned stop after picking up family from the airport. All the staff were very nice and accommodating to our party of 12. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Plenty of sitting available.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We ordered large meat portions with sides recommended by the cashier and kitchen staff to share. My family loved everything. Brisket, pulled chicken, sausage, coleslaw, Mac and cheese, French fries and corn bread. All the sauces are so tasty and perfect to add to the meats. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The restaurant is clean with nice music playing.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

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    Delaney S.

    I had a great lunch here. I can always count on Mission to provide great food and great service. This location has plenty of parking and I appreciate the spots dedicated to veterans. More businesses should have this. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It was very clean inside and welcoming.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We were greeted right away and the staff was helpful when ordering. We got our food for dine-in. I made myself an Arnold Palmer because the tea and lemonade is sooooo good! I like the station that is a tool box for straws and everything you might need. The food only took a few minutes and was brought out to our table. I ordered the Turkey sandwich with fries. There was a generous amount of turkey. It was juicy and cooked perfectly. The fries were crispy. I enjoyed mixing a few of the BBQ sauces provided on the table to make my perfect sauce. My friend ordered the pulled pork sandwich and it got rave reviews. Thank you for consistently providing great food.

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    Ward D.

    A good place to eat in the Orlando area, Just north of Orlando International Airport According to the web, the Mission Barbeque Brand ..." is an American barbecue restaurant chain based in Glen Burnie, Maryland". Two people (Kraus and Newton) opened the first location on September 11, 2011, as a way to support the military, police, firefighters, and first responders. As of April 2026 there were 155 of these restaurants in the United States. All of the locations that I have been to have the same basic layout. You order and pay at one end of a counter and when your name is called, you pick up your food. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The seating is wooden booths around the edge of the inner dining room with tables in the middle.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Drinks are a serve-yourself affair right after the counter. [[HIGHLIGHT]]First responders and military memorabilia line the walls.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Food is served on metal trays and, obviously centers around barbeque. Each table has 6 barbeque sauces to choose from offering a variety of tastes for the customer. The food at this location was delicious. I had fries and a BBQ sandwich with tea. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The staff was very nice and the dining room and tables were kept clean.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The prices are very reasonable for the current economy--definitely a place to visit for a good meal in the area.

    Linda R.

    Outstanding, simply the best. I stopped in at the Mission BBQ restaurant on Semoran today for a lunch break. I was greeted in by the staff with a welcome. I was serviced by Devon - who was so nice. I ringed my order and gave me a sample of their banana pudding that was so good. I ordered the pull pork sandwich along with some baked beans and the jalapeños sausage with cheese. Everything I ordered was delicious. Special thanks to Devon for completing my order and helping me to my car. Thank you for a great day and great food, Devon you rock!!!

    Debra F.

    Walk in and order at the counter. Good selection of meats and sides. Counter workers were helpful as gar as ordering. Got the 2 meat platter, jalapeño sausage and pulled pork with a side of Mac n cheese. My companion got 5 ribs and a side of "cold' slaw. Both plates came.with cornbread. They call your name when the food is ready Ribs were fall.off the bone tender and there is a selection of BBQ sauces at each table. Pulled pork was tasty as was the sausage. The KC BBQ sauce was my favorite. I wish there had been some honey or butter for the corn bread since it was a little dry. So a pretty good place for bbq.

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    Ben M.

    The Rundown: service inspired chain, with delicious meats and friendly service. The Review: this was my first time visiting a Mission BBQ and I am surprised I have not heard more about this chain. First impression, their "mission" - so to speak - was very clear from the different themed walls and phrases. The service style is counter, but with an attendant working the floor. All encounters with the staff were very friendly with an "eager to help" mentality. You could tell they work as a good team, kudos to the management. I went with a simple turkey sandwich and paired it with Mac N cheese and a drink. I saw they included "summer lemonade" in their fountain drinks and appreciate them offering this. It was delicious! Very sweet, I had to water down but I prefer it that way vs too light. First impression with food was that it was very basic. Two buns with some meat slabs on it, and a heaping spoonful of side. It felt kind of small for the price, but upon tasting it was incredibly well flavored. I tried the turkey first as is - and was very impressed. They definitely cook their meats well if seasoning or sauce isn't needed. The table offers a variety of sauces, from sweet to spicy. Something for anyone's taste! I recommend keeping it light so it doesn't overpower the meat. The Mac N cheese felt small, but was very good. Not too oily, they add some crumbles on top to give it that "fresh baked" crunch which was a nice touch and ensures everyone gets some breaded topping. The seating staff member was very attentive, taking time to introduce themselves to each person eating in and staying very active with cleaning and restocking tasks. Everyone gave the appearance of wanting to be there and, as mentioned before, to help ensure your visit is pleasant. Pricing is a bit on the higher side and by time add drinks and or a side you're reaching sit down meal prices but overall I highly recommend if want something quick and flavorful.

    Debra V.

    Mission BBQ is a special place. It honors our military personnel. Walking in it is like a museum with pictures, badges, insignias, letters, flags, etc. Look for the ice tub of Nehi sodas. The BBQ and sides are ordered at the counter. We are BBQ people, and we liked this. The greens and cornbread were very good. Fountain sodas, iced tea and coffee are self served. Can handle groups. It's a beautiful place. Recommend.

    Cindee P.

    The food is amazing! The 3 meat platter was enough for hubby and me. We made it a XL combo with baked cheesy potatoes. We had to get a brownie and banana pudding, too. The brisket was nice and juicy. The have a veteran or birthday program which you can sign up for to get discounts.

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    Damon was amazing. So nice and made sure we were taken care of. Went out of the way to accommodate us due to the salmon selling out. [[HIGHLIGHT]]What a great food place for the family.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]].

    Pulled chicken sandwich, green beans, brisket sandwich, Mac & cheese
    Lindsay B.

    Emani made our lunch date here extra special!! My husband and I don't live near a Mission BBQ, but we had them cater our wedding last year, so it's always a nice treat to dine in & reminiscence on our wedding day. Emani was the dining room attendant and checked on us to make sure everything came out great. She even blessed us with a yummy banana pudding dessert with the sweetest note on it! Thank you so much for going above and beyond. Mission BBQ always makes a positive impact

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    Angelica L.

    I'm not much of a BBQ connoisseur - but this place was bomb!!! I got lean brisket which was surprisingly moist still, 2 fallin-off-the-bone ribs, Mac and cheese and beans. The meat comes with a complimentary piece of cornbread - I wish it was bigger! Everything was so good & I like that they offer many types of BBQ sauce. I think the Kansas City I picked for spice, but it's definitely tangy and only slightly spicy. I enjoyed the Memphis bbq sauce - tasted well balanced but on the sweet side and more like a normal bbq. Service was good when I went in to pick up my food. The ribs didn't look the best at first, but I dipped in some sauce and my first bite was delightfully a surprise of soft and tender meat!! [[HIGHLIGHT]]The ambiance was nice! Different decor related to the veterans who served us.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I also added on a banana pudding when I came into the store - it was tasty but my only complaint was there wasn't a lot of fresh banana in it! Only a couple tiny pieces and they were kinda on the not-ripe end. Overall though I loved this spot! Pretty good price too I feel, I was able to have my food as leftovers for dinner the next day too.

    Kalvin K.

    Good service and good bbq right by the airport. I enjoyed our work lunch there. Everyone was very friendly and the ordering process was quick and easy. Be aware the national anthem plays at noon and everyone is expected to stand towards the flag. A great experience!

    Chopped brisket sandwich baked beans and Mac and cheese

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    4 years ago

    Supports the veteran community greatly. Great bbq and service. Would definitely recommend.

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    I like the culture of this place and love the food. If possible I try to be there at noon.

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    The food was almost as good as the service! Kelly was amazing and made our whole party feel welcomed. Must visit if nearby

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    So good. Exceeds expectations. I tried the pulled chicken and it was tender and yummy.

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    Whenever I come to Ft Lauderdale, I purchase not just one rack but two (one for dinner and one for the road).

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