Mission BBQ

ZZQs does is again! Fantastic bbq. It's truly some of the best we've ever had! The brisket is so…read morejuicy. The barbacoa tacos were out of this world. And all of the side dishes were phenomenal. The cornbread is mouthwatering. We definitely feasted! The joint operates like a well-oiled machine. Prepare to wait in line, but it will be well worth it! The service is also friendly and helpful with finding you a place to sit. This was our second time at ZZQs, and I can guarantee that we will be back.

ZZQ is a must stop for any BBQ lovers…read more The Brisket is the best, my wife and I loved the brisket here. The spicy cheesy sausage was very good, juicy and a big bold flavor. The pork ribs we both agreed was not the best we ever had. It is worth a stop here just for the brisket! The ambiance is nice, like you would expect from a BBQ joint with paper towels at the table with an assortment of home made sauces.

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Pulled Pork, Texas caviar

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Pastrami Sandwich

Deep Run Roadhouse

4.4(556 reviews)

5.9 mi

Went to the new location today and it was excellent as always but the atmosphere was so much…read morebetter. What a nice place and friendly staff! We live an easy walk to the new location on the corner of John Rolfe and Ridgefield Parkway. Today we wanted to pick up lunch for our family since we all are home and working from home. I ordered a medium family meal which comes with 2lbs of meat, four pints of sides and either cornbread or potato rolls for sandwiches. We ended up getting 1 pound of pulled chicken, 1 pound of pulled pork, two pints of Mac and cheese because it's that good, potato salad and the southwest Cole slaw. We also got the rolls for sandwiches, Swayze sauce and the house sauce. For kicks we added a pound of rope sausage. So much food and so tasty! I've had all of their meats now and enjoy them all. The sides are also exceptional. My husband and I said we want to come and just have a meal there soon. I want to try their tacos. Anyway, we're lucky to have such good food right in our neighborhood. They have vegan options too so it's not just meat. I personally love portobello mushrooms so look forward to having a meatless Monday soon. Welcome to the neighborhood Deep Run Roadhouse and crew! We look forward to seeing you often.

Found this place on Yelp... obviously. And.. it was incredible. Pointed out soccer team to this…read moreplace for a team lunch. Everyone loved it. Thanks to them as well for opening up their back room to fit all the girls. Great staff - very friendly. It's a smaller place. But that doesn't detract at all. Now the food. Insanely good. I had the brisket sandwich and it was full of meat and had onions and Cole slaw. Added on the sweet bbq and it was so good. People raved about the Cuban. The hush puppies were a fan favorite. The peanut butter pie and key lime pie were to die for. The Mac and cheese was excellent, as was the cowboy beans and potato salad. If I lived here it would be one of my favorite places to go. Go on in and hit this place if you are in the area!!

Texas Trainwreck Bowl w/ Pulled Pork

Pork Sandwich with Cole Slaw

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Brisket Platter with Cowboy Beans and Collards

Pig & Brew

4.0(228 reviews)

7.3 mi•Manchester

Amazing food, incredibly friendly staff, and just overall great experience. This is a small place…read morebut about 8-10 two seater tables, and a bar area. Easy music playing to listen to and the you can tell by the visitors coming in, this is a local place where people are people not profits and everyone is considered family. Come hungry, eat plenty, leave satisfied with plans to come again!

Came here again this week after not coming for about 7 months, and I was a bit disappointed in the…read morefood. My friend and I ordered fried wingettes, smoked wingettes, the chicken club, and a fish sandwich. The fish sandwich and chicken club were great -- no complaints. The wings were terrible. Starting with the smoked wings, they were overcooked and I just ended up sending them back -- I didn't even want them anymore. They ended up bringing out another batch that was a little better, but a few of the wings were still overcooked. The fried wings weren't as good as I remembered. They were super greasy and the grease tasted a little old. On the other hand, the servers were great as always! Henny was super sweet and attentive.

5.4 mi•Northern Barton Heights

The Alisha

Smoked Wings, Macaroni, The Alisha

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The Smoky Mug

4.5(142 reviews)

best breakfast burrito hands down. i've ever had. super good with the carnitas. these tortillas are…read morecrazy. love it with some pulled pork. the size is smaller than what you would think but the price reflects that and still it's literally perfect. brisket taco for lunch. really good. honestly everything here is so good. I love their sides. I love their coffee drinks. their cookies. idk I miss their old space with the garage doors but hey, the food is still awesome.

Been meaning to go here for a while based on all the great things I've heard about The Smoky Mug. I…read morewas not disappointed when I finally had the chance to check them out. The food and service were top notch. We sat at the bar which gave us a good view of all the happening. There is plenty of room to sit inside as well as out. I am a sucker for smoked turkey and was extra excited to hear they still had some. That with the greens and potato salad was the perfect. The turkey was flavorful and juicy. The greens have just the right amount of spice and the potato salad cooled it down. Can't forget to mention the tortillas! So good! I will for sure be back.

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Sopapilla with brisket (Duke's Hot Tomato Summer special)

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Jadeans Smokin Six O BBQ

4.2(86 reviews)

5.8 mi

We are back and it's still delicious. Huge full rack of ribs special with two sides at $23.99…read more Comes with two delicious hush puppies (but two is a little stingy for sure!) With so many good BBQ options, service and a sincere, warm greeting can be a differentator. This time it was Trey who's not afraid to let loose a little dance and fill the room with his giggle. Another great experience. We ordered hush puppies to go.

Jadeans as is under new ownership. Now called "Back Porch BBQ". Same great BBQ but some new items…read moreas well. If you haven't been there in a while you need to get back.

Came back for more!

One slab of ribs. Collards, potato salad, Mac and cheese, bourbon baked beans. The platter was huge!

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Buz And Ned's Real Barbecue

3.8(932 reviews)

4.1 mi

This spot is a must stop when traveling thru Richmond. My favorite is the beef ribs. Nothing fancy…read moreabout this place, just a good old boys spot to stop and get your fingers messy enjoying the ribs and real American food.

The Baby back Ribs we're AMAZING!! So juicy and tender the cornbread was delicious as was the…read morepotato salad!! Our 1st time here and will definitely recommend this and return with our friends and family Ps This may be a new location. but they were OPEN !!

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Smohk RVA BBQ

4.4(180 reviews)

3.8 mi•Scott's Addition

Drove down from Boston to visit family and, honestly, lunch at Smohk was nothing short of the…read morehighlight! Best BBQ in Richmond, hands down - the service was as warm as a southern summer (but far more generous!) and the food is incomparable.

SMOHK RVA BBQ is tucked into one of those Scott's Addition spots where, if you blink, you just…read moremight miss it. But follow the smell of smoke into that little cut and you'll discover some seriously good BBQ. First and foremost, the food had me excited, but our interaction with the owner made the experience even better. Welcoming, funny, genuinely personable, and incredibly patient while walking us through the menu. That kind of hospitality matters, especially at a neighborhood BBQ joint, and it immediately made the place feel like somewhere you want to come back to. Now to the food. The Pork Belly Burnt Ends were the standout for me. Melt-in-your-mouth tender with that beautiful combination of smoke, sweetness, spice, and rich pork flavor. These alone are worth knowing this place exists. Definitely one of those hidden-gem dishes in RVA that deserves more attention. The brisket and pork ribs are absolutely worth a visit too -- smoky, flavorful, and exactly the kind of meats you want when you walk into a place with BBQ in the name. The sides held their own as well. The collard greens were properly seasoned and cooked just right, and the mac and cheese was rich, creamy, and delicious. Nothing felt like an afterthought. Then there are the sauces. SMOHK isn't just giving you the same three bottles you see at every BBQ spot. From the Smoked Apple BBQ sauce to the Gochujang BBQ sauce, there's a real range of flavors here that lets you take the meats in completely different directions. Traditional BBQ roots, but with enough creativity to make the place feel like its own thing. SMOHK is a different kind of BBQ joint -- tucked away, full of personality, creative without forgetting the fundamentals, and serving food that makes you glad you followed your nose. Don't blink when you're driving by. This one is worth finding.

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Entrance is to the left of the sign around the smoker. Worth the adventure!!

Q Barbeque

4.0(369 reviews)

5.1 mi

clean, welcoming, timely fairly priced, young people that…read moretake pride in their job is nice to see. manager are front and center which is very nice to see. the food is good , the bbq sauces were filled and clean and this is a saturday evening which shows they pay attention to details.

My husband stopped on his way back to northern Virginia so it was over an hour getting home. I…read moredefinitely believe some bbq needs to eaten fresh or it'll dry out and I think this may be the case. Flavor was good but a bit dry but could have been from it sitting for a while. The sides were decent. I especially wanted to try the pineapple hot dish since I've never heard of this before. It was good, not too sweet, and reminded me of bread or corn pudding but with pineapple bits. Overall it was decent bbq...

Chicken sandwich with Collard Greens

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Original Ronnie's BBQ

4.5(193 reviews)

13.4 mi

I thought this was a solid southern bbq joint! I enjoyed the Carolina style sauce, the way the pork…read morewas prepared, and the bread used. The meat wasn't fatty at all. The collards were very good! I'd definitely get them again. The baked beans weren't as sweet as baked beans usually are, so they were okay. Overall it was fast! We ordered online before heading that way.

Had heard about Original Ronnie's for a while and I ride by it on my bike a lot. I did the drive up…read moreand order line, but pre order is available as well. Nice folks come up to take your order and bring back the food quickly. I got a full pound of the chopped chicken. The whole family loved it. Very flavorful, wonderful smokiness. The sauce was tangy and complemented it well. I will be back to try other meats and the sides.

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See that huge flavor exhaust hanging off the wall? That's what drew us in.

Alamo BBQ

4.0(722 reviews)

7.5 mi•Church Hill

Stopped here on our way down to NC because it was in the middle of winter and one of the only dog…read morefriendly places we could find that might be able to accommodate us (as they have some outdoor heaters). As many have also said in their reviews, it's a unique little spot with only outdoor seating.. can imagine it gets crazy busy in the warmer months. Luckily there's a park right across the street, so you could probably take your food to go and do a little impromptu picnic if need be. You order from a window and they call you when your order is ready - the food was excellent. I had the bbq and my boyfriend ordered the portabello option, both of which were great. I'm personally not a huge fan of collard greens (not sure why I ordered them, tbh) - wish green beans were an option instead. However, the jalapeño mac and cheese (while no gluten friendly) was excellent - not too spicy, just enough flavor, and a good portion size without being too overwhelming. We also each had a beer / cider (they DO have alcoholic beverages available for purchase, despite that not being listed on their menu - choices are just limited). Parking is also limited - we were able to grab a spot on the street right next to the venue, but can imagine that finding a spot during busier summer months might be more difficult. TLDR - Definitely an easy spot to stop for a few minutes and grab a beer and a bite to eat, especially if you're traveling through Richmond with a dog.

I have enjoyed their chicken bbq for years. I am grateful that they still have it as I am unable to…read moreeat the other offerings. The carry out format works well as you can call in your order and pick up quickly. The gents set up are great as well when it is warm and you want to enjoy your food in the premises. It is not very busy or crowded anytime that I venture there.

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No indoor seating but I'm thinking the Catering potential is great.

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Shawn D.

12 years ago

Literally ordered every food item on the menu except the sandwiches. Everything was pretty good I will list end describe accordingly. Food first. Pulled pork- was fairly dry need sauce for flavor and moisture. Smoked turkey- was super moist and flavorful. Was not expecting it to be one of my favorites but it was really good Smoked chicken- flavor was great. And the look was the chicken was beautiful. Like legit picture perfect. Jalapeño sausage- it was uniquely good. Fries- reminds me of 5 guys. Delicious! Cheesy potatoes- kind of gummy Mac n cheese- the kind I like, creamy! not like soul food status curdly. Corn bread was on the drier side Beef brisket moist and flavorful Green beans clearly from the can but I enjoyed them. Ribs we're fall off the bone. And pretty good too. The only issue I really could see would be the set up of the registers and getting your food. I would hate to be here during peak times. This is my experience in a nutshell. Walked up to the register as a first timer not knowing what I wanted. If you are behind someone not familiar with the menu you may be there longer then you expect. The whole xl and xxl drink and side stuff is confusing especially when you get the pick 2 or 3 meat. Everything would be better of al a carte to keep the line moving. Cashier super friendly and knowledgable of the menu. Even went on to tell us how the ribs are smoked in house daily to keep fresh...only to find out they ran out of ribs. I understand wanting to keep food fresh but running out of ribs at a BBQ joint can't happen! There are ways to properly cook and cool food for reheating. Trust me I'd rather have food Cooked that day and reheated then being told they ran out because of how fresh they cook it. The manager on duty Alisha I believe her name was was super personable and checking on customers. When she came over to check on us we told her how we really wanted to try the ribs but they had run out. She went above and beyond to check if there were any available to give us. She brought us a half slab on the house for any inconvenience. I'm no expert in restaurants but if this place was set up like a military mess hall and served a la carte cafeteria style, I think I would enjoy the military theme more. I can already imagine confusion and congestion the way it is set up now. I will have to stick to coming here during slow times. read more

Christine B.

11 years ago

I think it is disgusting that this place decorates as though it has some loyalty to our hero's and overcharges for food without providing anything to the charities they exploit. The only money they donate is the money donated by their customers. They charge an extra $2.00 for a cup and then donate that $2.00 claiming it is from their funds. There is not even donation box for the extra change in the store. When they originally opened they donated a lump sum to the "Wounded Warriors". They then got lots of free advertising from the local newspapers, news and radio stations. The donation they gave to Wounded Warriors is actually less than it would have cost them to pay for that advertising so by exploiting a need and our compassion they added to their profit margin. There is nothing wrong with a profit margin even a high one. There is no requirement for any company to donate any money to anyone. The issue is they are portraying themselves as an organization that will donate to these charities. We are going there to eat believing that some of the money we pay is going to these causes. Their food is not the issue it is that they are corporation that is comprised of liars who exploit for money. They are not donating a percentage of their profits. The only donations that they give are those that they benefit from or come from their loyal honorable customers. I have for the past 6 months told every person I meet that this company is dishonest and I will continue to broadcast that from the rooftops. If you find yourself feeling duped by them, please tell everyone you know, maybe they will do the right thing and either stop exploiting or donate to our Heros. In the meantime, do the veterans and wounded warriors a favor Go to Any other restaurant and have a great meal then donate the extra money you just saved directly to the Wounded Warriors project, any armed forces veterans organization or first responders charities directly. This way more of the money goes to the charity, Mission BBQ will not be deducting their administrative fee from the $2.00 extra they charge so they can Brag that they donated at all. This is not a company that cares about Heros that actually deserve so much better they are in it for their own glory. read more

Alex M.

Elite 26

3 months ago

I was back in Richmond for the day and had a chance to meet up with my nephew for lunch. I'd driven past Mission BBQ plenty of times over the years but had never actually stopped in. I'm glad we finally did. The first thing that stood out was the atmosphere. I really appreciated the restaurant's tribute to the men and women who serve in the U.S. military and first responder community. It's a unique theme that gives the place a welcoming and patriotic feel without taking away from the dining experience. The person working the register was friendly, patient, and happy to answer our questions while taking our order, which made for a great first impression. I ordered the brisket, ribs, fries, and cornbread. Everything was seasoned well, cooked properly, and full of flavor. The brisket was tender, the ribs had a nice smoky taste, and the fries were the perfect side to round out the meal. My nephew and I also fell victim to the power of good advertising. We saw the sign for the Shake & Bake Chicken and decided we had to give it a try. I'm happy to report it looked just as good as the advertisement and tasted even better. The seasoning was excellent, the chicken was juicy, and I'd absolutely order it again if it's available on a future visit. Overall, this was a really enjoyable lunch with great food, friendly service, and a welcoming atmosphere. Mission BBQ definitely earned a new customer, and the next time I'm back in Richmond, I'll be making another stop to work my way through more of the menu. read more

Greg D.

12 years ago

This place rocks! It's always so good, hot and fast! The meats are the best, yes I've tried them all and always struggle to decide what to get every time I go. The turkey is amazing - never dry! And the sides are great too. I usually go for the green beans with onion and bacon! And the corn bread that comes with every meal is delicious! The staff are awesome. Always welcoming. Once, my food took slightly longer than usual - I didn't notice - but the manager did and offered me dessert for my 'trouble'. Awesome food and even better service. I will continue to return and recommend everyone do the same :) read more

Scott H.

262

624

8 years ago

On subsequent visits including today I received excellent service from a professional staff and the food was fantastic. I got the meat sampler with jalapeno and cheddar sausage, ribs, and brisket. Each had an accompanying sauce as suggested by The Cook. The Alabama white sauce, their proprietary sauce which was heavy on molasses and delicious, and a sweet mustard for the sausage. I will definitely come back. read more

Carmella M.

2 years ago

Our recent dinner at Mission BBQ left us thoroughly impressed with its warm ambiance, friendly service, and exceptionally flavorful BBQ dishes. The ribs, brisket and Maggie macaroni stood out perfectly cooked with rich, BBQ flavors. Our cashier, Torsten was attentive and knowledgeable about the menu, making excellent recommendations for choice of meats and sides. Overall, an outstanding dining experience. read more

Regina P.

9 years ago

Not the best location but the experience makes up for it. The inside is much more appealing than the outside and the restaurant is very clean and inviting. The fast casual concept is perfect for this place and the service was very quick. The BBQ itself is as good as any in town and the brisket was incredible. Looking forward to a return trip! read more

Boris B.

3 years ago

The experience more than makes up for the less-than-ideal location. The restaurant is immaculate and welcoming on the inside, with a much more appealing exterior. This establishment is ideal for the fast casual concept, and the service was prompt. The brisket was amazing, and the BBQ itself is on par with any in the area. read more

Francis B.

104

11 years ago

I always get the brisket and it's pretty damn good. The sides are great and if you want to try a sample they'll give you one. They have 6 sauces at the table for you to use but i really only like the sweet one. Staff is always friendly and the place is huge with a good atmosphere. No complaints. read more

Kenny P.

101

12 years ago

Every BBQ place claims to have the best BBQ ever and some even claim to have the only "real" BBQ(not a big fan of Buzz & Ned's) but I'll take Mission BBQ over all of them. Excellent layout with fast, courteous service and some of the best BBQ I've had. Simple is good! read more

Justin D.

10 years ago

Fantastic concept and the best part is that they actually deliver on everything. The BBQ is as good as it gets. The execution and speed of service is better than expected and friendly as well. Nice atmosphere and clean. Take note Buzz and Ned's. read more

Katie R.

142

6 years ago

Brisket is always A1 as long as you get the fresh stuff. But the customer service is excellent. Had a small issue and the whole staff was there to fix it. I was in and out no problem. Great job in these tough times. read more

Honey Q.

11 years ago

Only reason they get one star is they support WWP. The "BBQ" is a joke. Having lived in Texas, Alabama and Kansas City- I know good bbq. So salty and dry enough to file your nails. Yuck read more

Mike P.

13 years ago

Awesome BBQ! Ran out of pulled pork while I was in line, but that was just cause to check out the sausage, which was excellent. Great dining option on W. Broad St.! read more

Kim F.

6 years ago

Great restaurant! Great food, wonderful staff and clean restaurant. I will definitely recommend this restaurant to everyone!

Alan E.

6 years ago

Best string beans I've ever had ... anywhere Wasn't even looking to be surprised but there I was.. read more

Eric W.

5 years ago

Fair food quality. Not as yummy as we had expected. But we still like this place. Will come back.

Allison E.

10 years ago

Food amazing! Staff very friendly. Can't complain about anything we will definitely come back!

Alexander B.

12 years ago

Decent BBQ. Stacks up well to the other joints in the area.

Mrs. Tk L.

125

140

12 years ago

The bread pudding is crack. I like it to be more firm.

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PLEASANTLY SURPRISING MEAL! Visited this BBQ spot on a whim after sitting in line at another fast…read morefood place that was taking forever to even take my order. I went inside and ordered a pulled chicken sandwich with baked beans. I was offered a sample of the baked beans before ordering which was a very nice gesture by staff. They were helpful and patient with me as I tried to figure out what to order. I wasn't sure what sauce to get but explained the flavor I was going for to a staff member. He gave me 2 different sauces to try and I absolutely loved the Tupelo Honey Hot. It was so delicious. The pulled chicken was tender and flavorful. The baked beans had brisket incorporated and were really good also. The meal was only $13.33. Definitely recommend if you're looking for some pulled chicken.

Love this place , so patriotic! What we need today is to be Close to our roots as Americans. Bbq…read moreis out of this world! So tender & flavorful

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Out freakin standing. Had never been to Frontier, although I…read moresometimes ventured to Churchill for the original Alamo. Food was amazing. Wings- wow. Killer sauce. The smoked-then-fried approach is stellar. Pulled pork is solid. Brisket is better than any I've had in town. Service was killer. It was a slow, late Saturday afternoon and the owner was working, and he couldn't have been more inviting. A pleasure to chat with him. Spot is little out of my way, but will have to find a way to work it into regular rotation.

On a recent trip to Richmond I thought I'd try some "Texas" BBQ! This location, in Churchill, is…read morepretty n a prime spot and oozes charm. The bartender (seems like manager) was very friendly and was keen to share his knowledge of the menu. I tried a local brew, which was refreshing and fragrant. I ordered a Texas Trainwreck, which was a choice of meat, pinto beans, cornbread, and macaroni and cheese. Four rating due to lack of flavor on the beans and macaroni. The brisket, however, was quite tasty.

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(109 reviews)

Outstanding food. Loved the Barbeque sandwich with coleslaw on it and onion rings on the side…read morefollowed by sweet tea. Fast service and friendly staff. Wasn't noisy.

While in the area I stopped in for lunch on a weekday. This place is quite popular, as they were…read morenot only busy inside, but there was a steady stream of people coming and going. I was quickly greeted and seated... and I noticed they offered a buffet for $12.99, which I find rare to have buffets at BBQ joints, so I decided to take a look at what they were offering and ultimately I chose it. After looking at it, I will say the food looked very "southern style" which isn't very appetizing to look at, but if made right, will taste great. So, I started with a chicken thigh, their chopped pork, and a couple of hush puppies. Those hush puppies were some of the best I've had in a very long time - AMAZING! The chopped pork was smokey and so tasty - I ended up going back for more of this! The chicken was moist, tender, and tasty. I really liked this first portion so much, I went back to try their slaw and a lot more pork, as well as some more of those hush puppies. I have to say - this place is offering a nice deal for this buffet... so, go try it! I'm not able to comment of their other BBQ or smoked meat offerings, as I didn't try anything else. And generally, I'm not fond of NC style BBQ, which this type of chopped pork resembled, but I will say, I was very impressed. The service was very friendly and "down home style" too... They even had some nice police-friendly things on display, which is something I truly appreciate about true, sincere, decent folk! I'd definitely return!

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3.7

(142 reviews)

First time experience loved the food and service shout out to thomas my waiter did a excellent jobread more

I look forward to eating here when I want to treat myself. I like the barbecue and they also have…read morefried okra. For the barbecue, they've got a few different sauces depending on what style you like but just having a plane is plenty good for me. I've also had their ribs before and I definitely take my time with those. Very good ribs. The wait staff are always friendly and attentive. I've been going here since about 2016 which was before they remodeled. Was very excited when they opened back up a few years ago. If you've got people visiting from out of town, especially north of the Mason-Dixon line, definitely take them here for some good Virginia barbecue.

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I visited Wildwood Bar-B-Que as part of my effort to get a hot dog in every county and incorporated…read morecity in Virginia. Wildwood Bar-B-Que was my Powhatan County stop. I arrived shortly after they opened on a Thursday and was the first customer in the place. I reviewed the menu, especially the hot dog options, and went with their BBQ slaw dog and a side of mac and cheese. Service was not overly kind to me but as regulars came in, I saw the hospitality really shine. As I was filling up my drink, I saw all their sauce options and added a side of fries to my order as well as a vehicle for sauce tasting. When my plate came out, I was really pleased with the look of the hot dog. Less so with the sides. I know everything is expensive right now and places are doing their best but $2.50 per side when being given that amount seemed a little off. The Mac and cheese was good, very creamy and cheesy. The fries were hot and crispy. Could have used some extra seasoning. The hot dog was good. I added extra BBQ sauce but the bbq on the dog (NC style) was nice with a good vinegary bite. The slaw was ok. I prefer a smaller chop on the cabbage just for ease of eating. The sauces were all really good with the Wildwood hot being my favorite.

Do you ever visit a place and think, man I am going to crave this for the rest of my life? Wildwood…read moreBar-B-Que is that place! We stopped by mid-bike ride for a meal and were grateful for their exceptionally kind and patient service and hospitality. Bathrooms available and ample places to park since it is a part of a shopping center. The staff gave me an overview of the different types of BBQ: NC is more vinegar based, Red is Virginia's take with a tomato base, and Just BBQ is your classic sweet BBQ sauce. I of course had to go with the Red since we were visiting Virginia for the first time! I'm so glad I did. The food came out exceptionally fast and everything was fresh and hot! I seriously can't express how good the BBQ was. It was juicy, flavorful, and everything you'd want from BBQ. I'll be searching for a sauce like that for years to come since I'm not local! The potato salad was also excellent and the mac n cheese, despite being a bit mushy, had a good flavor. I absolutely loved the corn muffins - no notes! The best part of our visit was getting to chat with the locals who approached us asking about our bike ride. They were all very friendly and made me feel as if I was a local myself. I highly recommend Wildwood to anyone in this area or passing through. I would drive (and bike) a good ways to have this meal again. Thank you so much!

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4.8

(6 reviews)

Ambiance and Service My partner and I initially walked past…read morethe restaurant, hidden between 2 buildings. We overheard someone yell out, "Hey, are you looking for me?" Mr. J (thats how he introduced himself) had already closed early for the night. Perhaps due to running out of menu items. Rather than remain closed, he opened the gate and "Private-Chef'd" our first experience. He set us up at the table, provided a candle, turned on the blues and set off to "do what he "LOVES" to do. He cooked just for us. How generous and thoughtful. That was enough for us right there. Anyone willing to do this much, already gets my vote. But then he genuinely earned the vote. The setting was actually pretty dope. Romantic somewhat, and it made me feel like I was back in Brooklyn with the graffiti walls, blues playing and perfect weather. Mr. J was kind, patient and authentic. Something that cannot be faked. His energy alone. 5 Stars. Food I ordered Turkey (he ran out of wings) and my partner ordered beef ribs, or should I say a Dinosaur Bone. That thing was super HUGE. She couldnt even eat it all. My turkey tasted very fresh, tender and smoked just right. If you are looking to try it out, you definitely should. This review is "A personal Thank You" for being so thoughtful and patient. You are greatly appreciated!!! Please see pics and video.

I tested barbecue place but if I can smell it from my car. They met that requirement. I got there a…read morecouple minutes before they opened and some things were not prepared yet. They have some massive smokers. It's an outside environment and it's Texas barbecue so it's dry rub everything I got the pool chicken that was quite tasty and I got the mac & cheese, which I think could be creamier. They have lots of plans to make additional items I'm hoping for kolaches and Bodon.

Smok N Pigz BBQ

4.5

(36 reviews)

Great food- pork, brisket,okra,hush puppies,vegetables &sweet tea!!! exceptional food for the…read moreprice. Hoping to go back next weekend!

I put alot of faith in 1st impressions as to what the remainder of the experience will be. It…read moredidn't fail me on this visit. When I walked in the door I was met with less than enthusiastic staff. No personality at all. I hate talking bad about staff. Most work real hard, maybe it was just a bad day. I ordered the large pork bbq sandwich with slaw and a chopped brisket (what?) sandwich with slaw. And a side of baked beans (pint). The bun was very stiff and the brisket had no smoke smell or flavor. This is why I don't care for chopped brisket. You can't see the smoke ring or crust which is why I'm not sure what the cut was. It was a bit dry and chewy. The pint of beans had no flavor either. They seemed like they came from a can. The pork bbq was the same. For the price I paid for 3 sandwiches it definitely was not a good value. I'm afraid I can't give you a good review on this visit. Poor impression and poor brisket. Lethal combination.

Pg Bbq #1

3.3

(82 reviews)