I was such an advocate for Mission. I don't know what changed. I talked my die hard 4 Rivers friend into coming here for the juicy brisket. She ordered the sandwich and I got the plate. There was a tiny discrepancy in my order and I was offered a free brownie which is same amazing service I've always received. Unfortunately, the food did not compare. I ordered the moist brisket and my friend ordered a combo of lean/moist. Both of ours were so dry we had to drench it in bbq sauce to make it edible. The sides were very good as usual. I ordered the fries and potato salad. The banana pudding, which is one of my absolute favorites was on point. I usually have a hard time not devouring the brownie, even though it's prepackaged, but it was so dry I threw it out. Unfortunately, I'll be visiting another establishment when craving bbq. read more

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Great bbq value for money. Love the atmosphere. Always satisfied with the food when I get a bbq craving. Nice to watch the food being prepared and great selection of sauces and drinks. read more

Great reception for all military or first responder veterans with awesome food These people go the extra mile and Diana over flows with kindness and respect Best restaurant all the way around and not to be missed read more

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We love this place! Not only do they have phenomenal food but I love that they are there to honor those who have served! I find the atmosphere of the restaurant so inviting and their intention to honor our heroes is evident. I love that the daily ceremony with the National Anthem where everyone stops what they are doing and stand to honor the country. Their brisket is so yummy! The pulled pork is always cooked to perfection! And the potatoes are AHmazing! Don't skip the bread pudding! Well worth the calories! The service is always top notch and you can really tell that they care! read more

Love the idea that Mission BBQ is trying to make a change in the world by doing a little something good for all of our soldiers, firefighters, police officers, first responders, loved ones in service and most of all, our fallen heroes. Not only is their food good but the restaurants are filled with so much REAL memorabilia's. They even designated table to their fallen heroes. It really shows how passionate and caring they are about their peeps who have served. I ordered the brisket and it's so soft! Not sure if you are able to provide a preference for type of cut with the brisket. I didn't really specify but I wish I did a more dryer cut with less fat. Felt like the brisket had a little more fat that actual meat. But overall it still tasted good! read more

Mission BBQ - Brisket, Mac and Cheese, Banana Pudding and corn bread - Barbeque Near Me - Oviedo, Florida

Mission.....accomplished. I have a full belly and satisfied taste buds. Upbeat country tunes were jiving, unlimited refills of tasty sweet lemonade, and a service staff that is friendly and courteous. Casual atmosphere with tables that have enough space to seat 6 with picnic style tables outside. The wall decor is honoring those that served so you feel like you are part of the dedication. You can get your choice of meat and several sides/fixin's to choose from. There is also a little something for the sweet tooth to add the cherry on top! I had the pulled chicken sandwich, cole slaw, baked beans, and Mac 'N cheese and it was superb! There are 6 different BBQ sauces at the table to add awesome flavor. If it wasn't for the price this place would be 5 stars! read more

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This is the first one we went to and gave us the first glimpse at this chain. We definitely are fans and are super happy that they have opened one up closer to us (airport side). They have a good parking lot with plenty of spots and it's easy to get in and out. Once inside you'll grab a menu and go to the line queue for ordering at the register. I like the BBQ chicken platter and the pulled pork sandwich. Both are very good. Munchkin likes their mac and cheese. They have standard soda fountain drinks, bottled water, and a couple of bottled beers. The sodas are self serve. If you like honey for your cornbread, they have some behind the counter, just ask! Overall: A Great BBQ joint that we're happy to see expand in the area! Loving that they are growing. read more

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The staff was courteous and attentive, and the food. The food was just so good. The brisket, melt in your mouth. Get the moist. I've had brisket from Texas to Kansas City and now I found the best right in my backyard. read more

First time here and everyone is SUPER nice and helpful! We tried a little bit of everything between the 3 of us. My dining partners were especially impressed with the ribs, I believe. We happened to be there at noon and the background music stopped and everyone stood for the National Anthem. Awesome! Then the music picked up at the same place it had stopped. The bathrooms were so nice and clean, too. Extra points for that! If you're in the area, make this a destination for a great experience. read more

This place is amazing! First of all, all their food is fresh and delicious. They move the line quickly and efficiently. I love that at 12N EVERYONE stands up and sings the Star Spangled Banner together. Customer service, they get that right! Someone checks on you to make sure you're all good and they love to do something special for veterans, first responder and first timers. I'm definitely coming back! read more

Mission BBQ - Honoring America at high noon - Barbeque Near Me - Oviedo, Florida

Two words: GO. HERE. I can not say enough positive things about this place. Neither my boyfriend nor I had ever been, however were driving by talking about how hungry we were and decided to pop in-- BEST decision of the week. From the minute we walked in we were greeted by Heather who was the kindest most helpful cashier I have ever interacted with. She walked us through the entire menu and offered us samples of anything we weren't sure on. Once we finally settled on meals and sat down with our food, Jason came over not only to check on us and how our first time experience was but also to ask if we wanted to try any of the desserts. Start to finish, as cheesy as it sounds, it felt like we were really being welcomed and treated as part of the Mission family. Major kudos to the entire team for a phenomenal meal and experience!! We will CERTAINLY BE BACK!! read more

Mission BBQ - Banana Pudding - Barbeque Near Me - Oviedo, Florida

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My never-ending quest for good BBQ continues with Mission BBQ in Oveido, FL. Really good BBQ is surprisingly hard to find in the New Smyrna Beach/Port Orange area, and so a recommendation for a BBQ place while I was in Oviedo, FL turned into a good first visit! I had their two meat sampler combinations (Moist Brisket and pulled pork) with multiple sides: Collard Greens, Maggie's Mac-N-Cheese, mashed sweet potatoes, and the apple cobbler. Everything was really good; like sleep is the next thing you want to do, good. The moist brisket was really terrific (probably the best I've had in recent memory) and without any of the three sauces (more on that later) that the manager/owner provided. The pulled pork actually had good smoke flavor but needed a little bit more moisture with the sauces. The collard greens had some decent heat and tang to them and were excellent. The Mac and Cheese was not just a scoop of it but included the crust (yum). The mashed sweet potatoes were more like dessert than a side but also delicious. The crowning put us to sleep dessert was the actual dessert; an apple cobbler that tasted homemade and just sinfully good. The three sauces were their own Florida Gator Bite ("Tangy, citrusy, and smooth (with less bite than a gator, but still a bit sharp"), KC Classic ("Kansas City Sauce is a midwest classic. Multiple layers of flavors from sweet vinegar, light smoke notes, and a bold spicy finish"), and Tupelo Honey Heat (My favorite: "A little sweet with some Mississippi summer heat, the Deep South's own natural nectar super-coats a surprise kick from habanero."). The team that runs this place is so welcoming; from the manager to the cashier! They even gave me a very sweet hand-written note, from I must assume was a local boy named Stefano, to the vets for protecting him. What a special card and one that is not expected these days. Thank you Mission BBQ and thank you for the warm welcome. read more

Mission BBQ - Front entrance parking. Veterans are very welcome! - Barbeque Near Me - Oviedo, Florida

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Great fun food. Very patriotic at noon. Highly recommend for all ages. We go there monthly for the sandwiches and sides

I've been here several times over the last few years and today my wife called and asked to bring home some chopped beef sand for lunch. The place wasn't too busy and I was in & out in under 10 minutes. I asked to have the brisket trimmed so it wasn't as fatty as it usually is but it was great. read more

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They have an extensive gluten free menu. All of the meats and a lot of the sides (including French fries in a dedicated fryer!!)

We came here with some friends one evening to compare this place to a Mission BBQ we went to in Fort Myers. The one in Fort Myers was very unimpressive, and we were hoping that this would be a big turnaround for us. The theme and decor of the place is absolutely great. It's a true celebration and honoring of every possible career in which men and women risk their lives for us civilians. Military, police, firefighters, I think I saw EMT's in there. Pictures and patches and banners plaster every square inch of the walls and the booths. It was really something. Something I like. We order our food. I get the pulled pork and the jalapeno & chz sausage for my meats, and I add Maggie's Mac-N-Cheese and a seasonal sweet (bread pudding). My girlfriend got the brisket and also the Maggie's Mac-N-Cheese. We both got cornbread, which had a little sweetness to it, which I like, but no major chunks of corn, which I would have preferred. They also offered an upgrade cup for your drink. It's like $2 more, but that $2 goes to a local nonprofit organization. And you can bring the cup back and refill it for only $0.99. Sign me up. So the mac-n-cheese was very highly recommended by the staff. So much so that we both got it. That never happens, but I'm glad it happened this time. The noodles, the cheese, and the crunchy stuff on top were all top notch. I'm gonna get this again. The bread pudding was fine. It was no 4 Rivers, but I liked it. I'll probably try the beans instead next time. As for the meats, the brisket was solid. It was moist and juicy and it melted in your mouth. The pulled pork was awesome. Not too fatty. And, surprisingly the best meat was the sausage. It had some heat, nicely sized chunks of cheddar cheese, and a snap from the casing that was so delightful. I'm gonna get this every time. One of the main things that caught my attention was the variety of barbecue sauces they offered. There are six on every table for you to sample from different states across the country. From smokey to sweet to heat, they have one that will satisfy everyone, I'm sure. Overall, I really enjoyed this place. This location was much better than the one in Fort Myers. If I need barbecue, and I want to stay in Oviedo, I'm here. read more

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Consistently delicious food! Love the ambiance at the dining room And the service is always great

How have I never reviewed this place!? One of my favorite BBQ places. Solid food all around, including their desserts. There is no wrong choice. They also have fresh lemonade which I love to have with BBQ. Lastly, I absolutely love the wide array of sauces to try. Friendly staff, very military and LEO friendly. While this location has been here awhile, I am happy to see more locations opening up in the area. read more

Industrial kitchen style BBQ, that's what it boils down to. I got the yard bird, and it was not smoky, although it had a nice rub on the skin. The chicken was very soft, it could pass for boiled chicken. The skin was not crunchy at all. It is perfect for people who have problems chewing, so if you are wearing dentures, go for the chicken. I also got some mac, and that was not good, edible, but pure fake Kraft mac from the supermarket. My buddy got a pulled pork sandwich. It was good, and she raved about the collard greens. I do not eat collard greens, so no comments there. Fries and coleslaw were okay. The space is dedicated to veterans, and somewhat glorifies war. I think that sometimes paying homage to veterans mixes in the idea that war is okay. It is not. It will never be. There are no good reasons for war. The only way to advocate for war is violence. If you advocate for war, you advocate for violence, and that involves mass shootings. I'll let that marinate for now ... and I am not saying that this Mission BBQ promotes warmongering, but it makes me wonder. read more

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Great food and services, always enjoy going there. Everything I have ordered, I liked. Wish they had more locations.

Best hospitality ever! Since it was our fist time, they brought us samples of the sides we didn't order. Excellent salmon that I ordered but they also let us sample the Turkey which I will be ordering next time. Loved my coleslaw side but I'll want the cheesy potatoes next time. My husband said the pulled pork sandwich was good too! Oh, and the blueberry cobbler is to die for! read more

Mission BBQ - Blueberry cobbler samples - Barbeque Near Me - Oviedo, Florida

Great service! Everyone was very nice, every day at 12:00 noon they sing the national anthem. Very patriotic and no problems occurred at all. Definitely recommend! read more

I first heard from Mission BBQ from friends. This was after I had the displeasure of having Sonny's BBQ. This place and 4River have a similar concept. I got the lean brisket sandwich, and that was delicious. I was given two different BBQ sauce to try, and both were good, but It didn't need it. The brisket had very good flavor. I got it with a side of homemade handcut fries. I love that style of fries, they were so good. When getting my order, they asked me which sauce I wanted. Since I didn't know, they asked me what style of sauces I like, whether sweet, spicy or smokey, and they gave me two good ones based on my answer. I got a brownie as well, and that was a bit disappointing. I like fudgy brownies, and this one was more cakey. Overall the food was delicious, and I'll definitely be having Mission BBQ again read more

Mission BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - Oviedo, Florida

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The brisket sandwich was very good. It's an order at the counter place but the service was outstanding. We were greeted immediately. We were offered drinks and samples while we waited for the rest of our group and LeAnne came by the table to make sure everything was great, which it was. read more

Last team meal for the Oviedo JV Football Team. Mission BBQ donated the meal which was amazing!! Next time you head out to dinner, head to Mission BBQ and say a special thank you for today's very generous donation! read more

Mission BBQ - Pulled Pork sandwiches and Mac N Cheese - Barbeque Near Me - Oviedo, Florida

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I am SO GLAD I drove past all the usual fast food restaurants and made a crazy u-turn to get to this place. It was so worth it! Hospitality: 5 stars Customer service: 5 stars Decor: 5 stars Food: 20 stars Seriously, I ordered the pulled pork (2lbs), and was given a slice of cornbread. I opted to get the spiciest bbq sauce they had, habanero, and it even had chunks of jalepenos in it. I ate the sauce with my fingers shaped like a spoon. The pulled pork? Juicy, flavorful with a slight smoky goodness, and slightly sweet. It had just enough crispy pieces to balance it all out. Absolutely amazing and I barely made it to my car before chowing down. The cornbread was definitely a winner. Moist, but crunchy, with little pieces of corn, and slightly sweet & buttery. I'm not supposed to be eating carbs, but I scarfed this down. I was also able to sample the mac n cheese, green beans with bacon, and banana pudding while I waited (that customer service tho), and all were absolutely delicious! Going back for dinner tonight, and lunch this weekend! read more

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As a customer, when I placed my order, I was asked if I had served in the military. I stated I had not. The clerk said, oh, well I am glad you are here anyway. As I was trying to eat my lunch in peace, another team member came over and sat on top of a chair next to me and said, "I am sorry, but what branch of the service did you say you served in". I stated I had not. She too then said, well we are still glad you are here. Now, I do realize their support for service members, but I felt that I was not valued because I had not served. It was like a "bless your heart" moment. And then I reflected upon my net six figure tax contribution to the IRS last year and my contribution to those who do serve. I guess just being a tax payer is not a welcomed figure anymore to purchase food from you. PS, I do have two adult children serving and one is currently deployed. But that is their service. As for the food. It was decent, but dang pricey. Seems they have more in common with Uncle Sam than just ooh rah and flags. If you do it to give away discounts, fine. Just post a sign. read more

My husband loves BBQ, so we decided to try this place out for lunch today. My husband was disappointed with the food portions sizes for the price. I was satisfied but I agreed that the portions were smaller than I have seen in other BBQ restaurants. Maybe they should use smaller plates to give the appearance of a fuller plate. There are no combo meals besides the kids meals. This ended up being a very pricey lunch for our family of 9. So when one of the employees came by to ask, "Is there anything I can get you?" my hubby wanted to say, "Lunch!". read more

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Kinda disappointed. Asked for a three meat sampler. Guy said would feed two people. And this is what we got.... I asked for two portions of brisket and one portion pulled pork read more

Mission BBQ - "Two portions of brisket?" And a portion of pulled pork.... Waste of money. - Barbeque Near Me - Oviedo, Florida

I've eaten alot of brisket in my life, summer of the best cooked by my family members! But this place has the most tastiest I've ever had since my my families!!!!! I had take out order and was new at ordering and wasn't familiar with anything, so the cashier was very helpful, And when my order was ready, Logan opened each box showing me the order was completed and what I offered! He even carried it to my car for me! what a nice gesture! Hats off to Mission Bbq! (When I first pulled up, I saw a spot reserved and labeled...for a veteran) quite impressive and what all places of businesses should be doing! I can't say enough good things about those restaurant read more

This is the best BBQ around!!! Never had anything bad and service is by far the best!!!

Really good quality bbq meats and sides! They also honor our veterans who have sacrificed so much for our country.

This is our favorite BBQ place. Let's start with the honor and recognition they give for all military and first responders. Just amazing. The Star Spangled Banner at noon (the whole restaurant stops and stands still) will give you chills. Now for the food... it is on point. The BBQ is smokey and tender. I absolutely love the variety of BBQ sauces to fit any taste - don't forget to ask for a bottle of the Alabama White Sauce behind the counter! The sides are also delicious and some rotate - I love when the bread pudding is on deck! The staff is amazing and always go above and beyond to make sure your meal and experience is top notch. read more

First-time visitor at Mission BBQ in Oviedo and I was thoroughly impressed! A special shoutout to employee Leanne, who went above and beyond to make my experience memorable. Her attention to detail and exceptional customer service truly stood out. Because of her, I'll definitely be returning. Highly recommend for anyone looking for great food with even better service! read more

GO HERE. From the moment we walked in we were greeted and served above and beyond. The workers were SO INCREDIBLE and personable. The food was out of this world. There was not one thing that we tried that we didn't like. We tried every side. My husband is from KC and is a BBQ snob and was VERY impressed with all of the meats. Needless to say.. seriously go. read more

I've heard a lot of good things about Mission BBQ all over the Orlando foodie forum. It's a little far from my house, but I finally had the chance to drive over here to see what the hype was all about. One thing I really liked about this place was that the entire restaurant is decorated with military badges and artwork. They also highly support veterans and even have a special parking spot reserved for them in the front. As far as food goes, I ordered the 2 meat sampler with pulled pork and brisket (half lean, half moist). My boyfriend got the 10 bone baby back ribs. Don't be fooled by the portion sizes of the meat sampler! It may look small but it honestly filled me up so much! The pulled pork was perfectly smoked, and the brisket was soooo juicy and mouth watering. All of their food was great, but I think the baby back ribs take the trophy on their best dish! The ribs literally fell off the bone to the point I didn't even need to use my fingers! How crazy is that! Honestly the best ribs I've ever had. Also, their sauces are great. I personally liked the smoky and Memphis belle one. Additionally, I came back to get dessert and ordered the caramel bread pudding. The cashier was so friendly and offered it to me for free, but I didn't feel right taking it for free and just tipped instead. The bread pudding was AMAZING. Not your typical bread pudding. It was soft and moist on the inside, but crunchy on the outside from the caramel. They also drizzle caramel on top! Overall: A+ food and service. All their staff were very friendly and truly made me love my visit here. I will definitely come back when I crave bbq! So worth the drive! read more

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Really great place. Fantastic BBQ and good people. There is a bunch of military decor on the walls that really makes the place stand out. First time here and I ordered the brisket, it was off the charts!! Would definitely recommend and I'll be coming back next time I'm in town! read more

Mission BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - Oviedo, Florida

Despite there being no shortage of good BBQ places to choose from in Central Florida, we were surprised to find Mission BBQ as one of the top rated restaurants in Oviedo. I knew it was a chain, famous for being veteran owned and operated, but had no idea what sets it apart. My family stopped there on a busy week night. They had a pretty comprehensive menu of all the classic BBQ joint items, but what really surprised me was the selection of sauces. I had a 2 meat sampler with pulled pork and brisket and Mac&Cheese as a side. It was definitely some of the better BBQ I've enjoyed in recent memory. Additionally, though the restaurant is counter service, there was an especially friendly attendant who repeatedly checked in on us and was happy to bring anything we missed when collecting our food. The restaurant was clean and efficient and I appreciated the variety of parking spaces set aside for veterans and first responders. Lastly, the memorabilia and decorations throughout the restaurant made it feel truly appreciative of those who serve our country. I'd go back in a heartbeat! read more

To the owners and Ben (at the Oviedo location): This is the second Mission BBQ my wife and I have eaten at. The first in Tampa off Bruce B. Downs and the second, in Oviedo off Red Bug Road. Having been born in Florida and traveled the southeast most of our life eating BBQ, we were accustomed to good pork, chicken and occasional Brunswick stew. In 2011, we relocated to Texas for over 7 years traveling the state enjoying some of the best BBQ restaurants from Terry Blacks, Hard Eight, Stanley's, the original Rudy's and the original Bodacious in Longview. I began to believe that Texas arguably has some of the best brisket and sausage anywhere. Yes, it's subjective but for us, it is true. Having returned to Florida, I tried to the point of almost giving up on something that was close to Texas brisket. Until Mission. Visiting your Tampa location to see our daughter, we stopped in. Ordered the brisket, collards, green beens and ribs. Everything was fantastic. The rub, smoke, service, and cleanliness could not have been better for our taste. Tonight, we stopped by the Oviedo location on the way back from the airport. Have to say I was not expecting a duplicate experience but happy to say it was just as consistent as the first. We had the brisket (again lol) pork, turkey, collards and complimentary fries. I spoke with Ben and let him know to pass along to the kitchen and pit boss that your brisket is on par with Texas and everything was great. He encouraged us to try the cheesy potato's and baked beans and have us samples to take with us. He explained how you traveled regionally to find all the best sauces, rub and smoke to bring it to Mission and it shows. We appreciate your story, what you are doing for veterans, and bringing us a dinning experience we will come back for. Hope you are around for a long time. If there was one suggestion, it would be to try smoked and grilled shrimp and/or chicken jalapeño poppers. Hard Eight in Stephensville TX sets a pretty high bar. Good luck and thanks to the entire team! read more

I really enjoyed our visit to mission BBQ. My fiancé didn't care for it because it is definitely a smokehouse, similar to 4Rivers. So if you don't like smoked meats this may not be the place for you. I really like the theme of the restaurant and eclectic décor. They also have a killer special for veterans. I will be back, for sure! Only 4 stars because our table was missing 3 sauces then all the other tables, and when I poured my tea, it was full of grounds. read more

Mission BBQ - Veterans Day special! - Barbeque Near Me - Oviedo, Florida