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    Mission BBQ

    4.6 (292 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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

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    Mariah C.

    Mission has the best brisket in Louisville! You decide if you want moist or lean (go moist, trust me you won't regret it). The 6 different bbq sauces at the tables are all tasty. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The service is top notch and the restaurant is always clean.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Food is à la carte but prices are reasonable.

    Jay J.

    I was craving some BBQ while traveling and found Mission BBQ. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Great story, really good BBQ, friendly service and casual ambiance.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] When you walk in, the mission of Mission BBQ is very clear - good tasting (and smelling) BBQ and honoring our service members. They do a great job. The BBQ was really good. I had the two meat combo with brisket and sausage, along with some greens and cornbread. Very tasty and filling. I will return when I am in the area.

    Mary S.

    Great experience! Staff was friendly and explained the menu to me since it was my first time there. Food was delicious and reasonably priced, came out quick, and had ample portions. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Bonus star for the military decor & even saw a LEO patch from home[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

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    Incredible brisket, jalapeño sausage and smoked wings! How they get the cheesy potatoes to be this good is amazing to me. Laura L is fantastic people making sure your experience is the best. She recommend the Georgia Mustard for the sausage and it was as the perfect pairing! If you have not tried this place, you are truly missing out!!

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    Glenn W.

    Mission BBQ is always excellent! The service was great, the food was pretty good, and [[HIGHLIGHT]]the ambience is always chill.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Definitely a solid choice. As always, I'm looking for Gluten Free options. I got the two meat plate with smoked Turkey and cheddar sausage. Coleslaw and baked beans are gluten free! I will definitely be back to a Mission BBQ, but I'm also trying to find a local favorite.

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    Samantha C.

    First off I wanna think Landon and the folks at Mission BBQ for hosting us women veterans today. This was so special to share with other female veterans as we had spent the day in Frankfurt, reading the proclamation from the governor viewing the women's exhibit at the Kentucky history Museum in Frankfurt it was so appreciated that they thought enough of us to give us food. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The ambience in the place is very welcoming and warm.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The staff is amazing and attentive. The food is very very tasty even if they weren't hosting us I would go back to this place. Thank you again so so much for what you did for us and what you do for those who serve be at local or federal you guys rock

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    Great place; friendly and happy staff. Fast service and of course awesome food at a good price!

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    My first time a few days back but it wont be my last. Great service, great food and great atmosphere. Just a awesome restaurant.

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    Really cool inside. Very clean and they have a lot of sauces to try. A little expensive but it's a cool experience

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    Food was fantastic as well as the service. Love how they are very supportive of military law enforcement and fire fighters

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    Stopped in for a quick lunch and was not a bit disappointed. Brisket sandwich with several bbq sauce options. Very friendly and tasty.

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