Clean interior, good selection of sauces, good price points for what you get. Went in a few times with compatriots due to location, and because of affordability. They have families and starving children back home to consider, so the price of things certainly do play a part. Service at the register will answer any questions you may have about the offerings. Over the course of the visits, I had gotten the brisket, the turkey, ribs to split, ricky bobby chicken, pulled chicken sandwich, a side salad, the mac n cheese, and the green beans. Not the best I've had but they were all cooked well. I'd say that the things I liked the most were the turkey, and the green beans. The turkey wasn't moist, but it certainly wasn't dry. And the flavor was on point. The green beans were cooked well and had just the right amount of salt. Notable mention would go to the brisket and the ribs since they had good flavor, not exactly what I wanted as far as the consistency of the meat. The pulled chicken was dry, and so was the ricky bobby chicken. All in all, great for a quick sit down or grab n go meal. The food comes out quick and people come and check in here and there in case you need anything. I'm sure if back in the area I'd probably stop by again. read more

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Returning to Mission, this time with Mom who had seen the place before but had no idea what it was all about. I got a two meat XL platter with cole slaw and mac & cheese. As usual, the turkey was moist and delicious. The beef brisket was delicious and cooked thoroughly. During the eating, it fell apart completely due to the tenderness. Cole slaw was tart and crunchy. Mac and cheese was perfect and the cooked bits from the top of the tray were yummy. Mom enjoyed the turkey as well. Yep, it's a chain. But it's good enough that you can ignore that and just enjoy your meal. read more

Mission BBQ - Turkey, brisket, cole slaw and mac & cheese at Mission BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

You ever see a picture and its image sticks with you and convinces you to buy said item? Well that's what happened to me on my last visit. I tried the black plate special "Rickey Bobby, shake & bake chicken" It was essentially a spin on the "classic" Shake and bake by using smoked chicken and applying breadcrumbs. It was messy to eat, better when you add the sauce provided; but I think I'm good and won't order it again. When visiting my family and I typically get the smoked sausage, ribs and the pulled pork. All of these items are consistently good and the variety of sauces are on point. The customer service is on par and I appreciate the gesture of a free beverage when my order may not be ready quickly. May is military appreciation month. The follow is provided to say Thank you for your service: FREE SANDWICH for all active duty service members and veterans. Army.........................................Monday, 5/14 Marine Corps...........................Tuesday, 5/15 Navy.........................................Wednesday, 5/16 Air Force..................................Thursday, 5/17 Coast Guard.............................Friday, 5/18 Definitely a spot I can frequent and recommend. The catering process is easy as well. read more

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Upon entering, I was promptly greeted. The service was fast and everyone was super friendly! I ordered the brisket sandwich combo with the bun on the side. You can choose lean or moist for your brisket and I chose moist. The brisket was flavorful and definitely not dry. The Mac and cheese was creamy but needed a little flavor so I just added a dash of salt and pepper-- that did it! The collard greens were delicious, perfectly seasoned. They are cooked in a chicken broth with onions, tomatoes and their special spices. I'd never had tomatoes cooked in my greens before, it was a great addition. I got the smoky mountain sauce and GA mustard sauce on the side. All of their sauces are delicious. The salmon is also a favorite of mine, however they run out quickly.. There's something for everyone Mission BBQ. read more

Mission BBQ - Brisket Sandwich, Mac & cheese, Greens - Barbeque Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

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I just so happened to take a wrong turn. Well, I ended up in front of Mission Barbecue and I decided to go inside! I love the atmosphere! I was immediately greeted and decided to scope out the menu and prices! This is my first visit to Mission Barbecue. I was greeted at the counter by a young lady named Desiree! I didn't know what to order So it was a toss up between the lean brisket and the pulled tender juicy chicken. Desiree asked if I would like to try a sample of both? I said yes. I did mention to her, that I am sodium intolerant! She did say they use rubs! After sampling the chicken and the brisket I decided to go with the brisket. It was Juicy, smokey, tender, but not full of salt! In fact, I could barely taste the salt. The prices are very reasonable! Thank you Desiree for your outstanding customer service. read more

Had a quick dinner here this past weekend before heading to Zeiders theatre to watch a comedy show. The setup is like Fuddruckers where you order food and wait for it on the side before sitting down. The staff was pretty friendly from the cashier to the workers around the table offering to remove our trays and trash once we had finished eating. Seems like they were well trained from how effiecently they ran things with a packed house. I had gotten a pulled chicken sandwich. It wasn't the best BBQ I've ever had but it was still delicious nonetheless. I paired it with the honey tupelo heat and sweet memphis sauces to give the chicken some heat but also make it sweet and flavorful. I quite enjoyed it. The mac and cheese was good also, but those bomb cheesy potatoes were my favorite. Like forreal those potates were to die for. Overall, I can dig Mission BBQ and can see myself enjoying a quick meal here again in the future. read more

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I have been to this establishment multiple times before, and it has been great every time. The service, the friendliness, and the overall ambiance of Mission BBQ is unmatched in the chain industry of really any genre of food. The food, especially the brisket is some of the best I have had, but the wide selection of sauces is the establishment's magnum opus; each sauce is unique and delicious in its own way. Additionally, the pictures and memorabilia that celebrate our military are a great touch. I strongly recommend Mission BBQ to anyone who even moderately enjoys barbeque. read more

best yummy food, super gluten free friendly for my celiac boy, amazing customer service. we will be coming back weekly I bet!

My first experience here was great! They had very friendly staff. Everything seemed pretty clean and was stocked up! I got the Pulled Pork(NC style) sandwich with a side of Mac and cheese and a drink. The sandwich by itself was just $6.99, which seems pretty cheap for the portion size they give you! The BBQ by itself tastes great but they also have 6 very different kinds of sauces at each table you can add to it. The Mac and cheese was very thick and cheesy, with panko bread crumbs on top, definitely recommend! All around great experience will definitely be back! read more

Mission BBQ - Pulled pork NC STYLE, and Mac and cheese - Barbeque Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

Is this the best bbq in the area? No but to be completely fair - I got spoiled by the bbq in Texas when I lived there and not much in this area can live up to them at. However, is the bbq here always good and very consistent? Yes! I can't speak for all their sides but the Mac n cheese, green beans, cheesy Potatos, and peach cobbler when they have it are all great - probably my favorite part actually. On top of eating here, myself and my husband and have both either ordered large orders or had them cater work functions and they are always fantastic, super accommodating and give you everything you need plus some with prices being pretty decent too! They are extremely supportive of not only the military but the community in general as well so I always try to get whatever the current "heroes cup" is to support and even tho they let me know it's $1 refills if I bring it back, I just keep buying a new one. The last few visits I've gone during the less busy off times and have been helped super quick and by the same person. While I'm not sure of her actual position/title and she didn't have a name tag on but my receipt has said her name was Deja. In our current times where companies are having a hard time getting enough staff and customer service sometimes slacks due to lack of manning, that has not been the case here. Deja has been very friendly and personable and has just been the absolute definition of customer service and any company should be happy to have her on board read more

We were looking for good barbecue and a clean comfortable atmosphere and this didn't disappoint. The brisket was great, the restaurant was clean and the staff (Isis and Adam) were awesome. read more

Mission BBQ is my go-to comfort food spot. I honestly don't think it's possible to leave this place in a bad mood unless you're just a Grumpy Gus in general. The staff has top-notch customer service regardless of how busy it is. They can be slammed and have a line that's almost out of the door and the girls cashing you out are still pleasant and nice. Everyone on the cooking line always seems focused but always seem to find the time to offer a friendly smile when they look up from their work. Also, whoever is handing out/calling out food always adds a polite miss/mister before your name that just seems to add a certain touch that I never realized I'd appreciate and makes me feel like I'm really in the south. Even though they're swamped in orders, before they let you walk away with your food, they ALWAYS make sure you have everything you need and send you away with a smile and kind words. While the food is generally fast, it's not the cheapest place to go if you're looking for something with Taco Bell pricing. Think more along the lines of what you'd spend at Panera if that helps. Speaking of food, I've NEVER been disappointed with my order. They always have some seasonal/special sides that they offer that help add a nice variety if you're like me and stick to your regular main order but like to dabble in different sides. Oh and the portions are large sizes so you'll never leave hungry. One of my favorite things about Mission BBQ is not only the ambience dedicated to patriotism and celebrating those who serve (including firefighters and police) but how homey it feels. They keep a roll of paper towels readily available on every single table with a 6-pack style looking holder for all of their special sauces. As if all that wasn't enough, they even have employees who come by and check on you at your table to make sure everything is to your liking and even collect any trash you may have. And more often than not, I've found the employee doing these table touches to be management. I always have great respect for those who lead by example. So to summarize this convoluted, all-over-the-place review, this place is bangin' and you'll leave full and happy. Go there. read more

Mission BBQ - Delicious cookie crumble pudding dessert! - Barbeque Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

This place is great for lunch with good sandwiches and killer mac and cheese. The environment reminds me of a shed party.

The four of us visited Mission BBQ last night and were very impressed. The lean brisket was the best brisket I've had in years. The pulled chicken and pulled pork were way above average. The staff is friendly and helpful. And oh yes don't forget the great baked beans, macaroni and cheese, corn bread and sauces available at the table. We'll be back! read more

The food is good but cut back on the salt. Sometimes it can be salty to the taste. Green beans are delicious. read more

After several visits I'm a fan of the concept, the food and the "mission" to give back to the community. A portion of all profits goes directly to the "Wounded Warrior Project, but they do much more. Founded in 2011 owners Bill Kraus (former executive Outback Steakhouse) & Steve Newtown (former Under Armour) saw an opportunity to capitalize on the shortage of good American BBQ in the North. Their mission to grow the brand in 2018 to 40 stores. Mission accomplished with 41 to date. I really like the connection of food and support of our American heroes. They proudly display local military, police, fire & first responders memorabilia in the dinning room. Their location just South of Town Center in Town Center Station is great in most respects. They have a private parking lot, however when lunch, or weekend rush hit it's strained. On three visits I found the lot, walks and patio free from debris. As soon as I entered staff at the countered hollered hello. Service at the register on three visits was excellent! A lot of staff work hard to ensure orders are cranked out accurately and with precision. They have fountain and an eclectic amount of bottle drinks. I chatted with manager Stephen Lippert who works the front line to over oversee all aspects of quality control. All meats are smoked in house. When they call your name don't go far. My experience is food is on a plate and at the counter in less than 3 minutes. He also mentioned that they play the national anthem every day at noon. The to go order was handled by Stephen and all containers were opened in front of me to ensure accuracy and visual appeal of the food. When arriving home everything tasted great except the salmon had dried out after 15 minutes. When my wife had previously in the dining room it was fantastic. My first visit to Mission was in Greenbelt MD. Locally in VB two visits were in the dining room and one was take-out. Items tried are their smoked ranch cut steak (twice), ribs, chicken and salmon. Sides green beans, cheesy potatoes, mac-n-cheese, french fries, cornbread & blueberry cobbler. Favorites include steak and ribs. Sides were all good with stand out green beans using bacon and ham hocks. The seasonal blueberry cobbler dessert is MONEY, get it trust me. Cornbread least favorite, add butter for flavor. The restrooms are in the rear right. Two times I utilized the men's room it was clean with proper supplies on first visit. Second time they were out of toilet paper. The toilet seat also would not remain in an upright position. I look forward to other locations opening this year in Newport News, Chesapeake & second store in Hampton in coming weeks. Loving Mission. read more

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If you desire fatty meat, this is the place for you! The best part of the meal was the corn bread and the sauce options. The mac-n-cheese was a close second. This restaurant was completely full and the courtesy lady walking around was just in the way. It was just wayyyyyy to much to keep telling her "excuse me"!! read more

Mission BBQ - Peeled back the top layer of my rib and this was what I see... FAT FAT FAT - Barbeque Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

Update from 3 to 4 stars! I'm a fan now. Read previous review if bored. Anyway, still love the theme and love for the Military! Service is great, everyone greets you as soon as you enter, and the best thing, food is fast and really good! Last visit with my parents, my dad and I chose pulled pork bbq sandwiches and both got beans (with pieces brisket in it,) as sides and my mom chose the pulled chicken sandwich and fries. I actually liked hers better! So many choices for sauces so there is definitely something for everyone. The three lunch meals mentioned came out to $33 and change. Good stuff, I'll come back when I crave bbq and want it fast. (I was getting my drink and they called my name already!) Come to Mission! It's bbq time! read more

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Definitely delicious!! Meat and sides came out super quick and were omg yummmy even the slaw was great. Loved the sauces! Will be back fs!

So this is one of my favorite BBQ places. Yeah it's a chain but they have incredibly attentive and warm staff. Always friendly and consistently good regardless of how packed they are and they are often packed. read more

Without a doubt the best chain bbq place you will find. They have excellent brisket, pork, and sausage. Ribs are also good, but would be better if served wet. The service is out of this world. They are quick, efficent and exceltionally friendly. read more

Mission BBQ - Chopped brisket sandwich - Barbeque Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

Nice menu price is fair and I enjoy supporting the military. Brisket sandwich it's very good read more

Excellent bbq! Melt in your mouth brisket. They give you a choice for fatty or not. Got to have the fat!

The best BBQ I have ever had still remains in the South but Mission BBQ brings quality ingredients and sauce to Virginia. They have everything you would expect and at a reasonable price. Fresh Large portions Reasonable prices Military/first responder friendly Carry-out option with two parking spots for busy hours Friendly staff Effective ordering and pickup system read more

One of best BBQ places in Virginia Beach. They are proud to be here and serve you, the customer, like you are king. I know they give back a lot to the community and I say thank you for that. read more

My fries were cold but I was reluctant to say anything until I was ready to leave, Ken the manager made it right. Thanks Ken,see you again soon. read more

I can't explain how incredibly, pleasantly, surprised by this place! From the moment I walked in, I knew I was at an all American establishment! From the military to police to firefighters and first responders of all kinds being honored, to the welcoming smiles of the counter crew, and incredible bbq perfume, I knew I was in heaven! My food came out quickly and hot! I got the two meat plate w pork and brisket! Also Mac and cheese which is awesome! Coupled with the various sauces on every table, the tender juicy meat was a welcome addition to my empty stomach! After talking with the floor manager, dam I forgot her name, she brought me a complimentary apple caramel cobbler! I'm not going to lie, the first. It's made me make an O face a little! I got chills! If you haven't been, go! If you have been, go back and try something new! I can on,y imagine that everything is as good as what I got! A pro clue - this place was crowded on a Monday night! How many restaurants have you been to on Monday and had them be crowded? They're doing it right! My only downer is that that don't have them in San Diego SoCal where I live. I'm ready to open the doors on a place when they want to move west! Thanks for honoring our hero's and thanks for an incredible dinning experience! read more

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I had the cheesy mashed potatoes and pulled pork. Mashed potatoes were excellent. The pork had some chunks of fat in it. They are usually good however slightly below par this time. Great service as always. read more

Mission BBQ - Cold drink selection - Barbeque Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

The respect and appreciation to our military, police, firefighters, and all first responders is felt and noticed as soon as you walk in. As a Veteran myself it is a good feeling to see that everything that has been done has not been forgotten. With your purchase of food you can also buy The American Heroes Cup, whose donation goes to The Wounded Warrior Project. I enjoyed the delicious Brisket Burger with s side of Maggie's Mac-N-Cheese and fries. It was great !!! With some great customer service and your order being ready very quickly all you gotta do is sit and enjoy, either inside or out in patio area. Now comes the decision of choosing between the six different kind of BBQ's???? So enjoy and be sure to try the different kinds of meats and dishes !!!! read more

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Great brisket and pork. The sauces cover all of the bases and then some. The portions are just right and the prices are moderate. The service is decent enough. All said, it's one of the better bbq spots in town. read more

Mission BBQ - Great place to sit outside - Barbeque Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

Let's be honest.... I wasn't really a fan of the taste of their BBQ at first but during my last visit, I had change of heart. I still don't really like their pulled pork but the brisket was on point. It didn't look like what I had in mind but the taste and texture was there and that was good enough for me. The place was popping but our order came out quick. As soon as we finished filling our drink cups, they were calling our number. Impressive. They're condiment station is cute, too. Everything is in tool boxes with pull out drawers and neatly labeled. Weather permitting, there's plenty of outdoor seating with umbrellas and there's TONS of parking! The place is spacious inside and filled with great military memorabilia which I highly respect and appreciate. I'm no longer an anti-fan and will actually consider this place when I'm in the mood for BBQ. read more

Mission BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

Came here yesterday for a quick lunch and I really enjoyed it. The establishment is very nice. There was plenty of parking in the front and Mission BBQ has indoor AND outdoor seating. When you walk in just keep heading straight. Their menu is listed on the wall behind the cashier. When you are ready to order, place it with the accommodating employee:), take your ticket, and find a table you would like to sit at (aka-seat yourself!). Your name will be called when your order is ready (and they were very quick!) and you can take it back to your table to grub. My boyfriend and I loved that they had 6 different BBQ sauces to choose from at each table. It gave us something fun to do and talk about. Trying each flavor and saying "Ew" or "OMG YOU HAVE TO TRY THIS ONE!". Haha. We ended up falling for the Smokey Mountain (I think it said that one was from the shenandoah??) and the KC Classic. We ended up not being able to decide on the best one between the two, so we mixed them together for our meal. ha. Anyway, onto the food, because thats most important, right!? I got the smoked Ribeye. It.Was.Phenonomal. When I walked in I was thinking "I just want a big hunk of meat. Like a steak, but not a steak". And then I saw the promotion on the door for the Smoked Ribeye. I thought that was sort of a weird concept because, well, I love my steaks medium rare and I thought that smoking it would produce a dry and dull steak. BUT! I love to try things Ive never had before, because, thats the point of being a foodie, right? So I went with it! And after the first bite I was completely sold and happy with my decision. The steak was actually still juicy AND had some pink to it! I noticed earlier that the flyer said it had an espresso rub on it? I couldn't taste the espresso at all, but there was great flavor to the steak. It actually hurt my soul to even put BBQ sauce on it! Which I only did for a few bites, to see what sauce I liked, but after that I stuck with eating it plain. My boyfriend got the 3 meat combo platter. So he had his choice of 3 meats and two sides. He got the Jalapeño Cheddar sausage, pulled pork, and the brisket. He let me try a little of each and hands down my favorite was the sausage. The pulled pork tasted a bit like cat food-so I wasn't into that. And the brisket was okay. It didn't wow me. But in all honesty, your dousing these meats with BBQ sauce anyway (or thats usually the plan) so who cares if the meat itself tastes a little funky? I mean, thats one way to look at it. haha. All in all I loved MY meal. Really happy I got the Smoked Ribeye because it was a completely new experience for me, and I love when a restaurant that can open up my palate. The staff was wonderful. Patient, kind, informative, helpful, and fast. We had a great time here and will definitely come back--for the ribeye. haha. read more

Mission BBQ - 3 meat combo. Jalapeño/cheddar sausage, brisket and pulled pork. Sausage was bomb! Pulled pork tasted like cat food. - Barbeque Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

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Food was ok but nothing stood out as special. Service was fine, friendly. Seating was comfortable and family friendly.

Hampton Roads doesn't have an abundance of BBQ spots, and one which I believe is fantastic (Whitner's) is a little too far for me to visit regularly. So the emergence of Mission BBQ is a welcome addition. Although it's a chain it still puts out some good food, and its clear support of our Armed Forces and all things American is a nice touch. Whenever I try out a new BBQ spot I tend to order brisket, which I went ahead and did. Mission's brisket is tender, moist and tasty, and to expect anything else is unacceptable. I came away impressed, and if you have an appetite they go big with the portions. For all intents and purposes this is a meateater's dream, so come here if you need a giant meal. The service is solid - their kitchen works fast and they have employees checking in on you while dining, offering to refill your drink if necessary. Speaking of drinks, Mission offers special cups upon which the proceeds go to the Wounded Warrior Project. In turn, you keep the cup and can bring it back anytime for $1 drinks. That's a good deal, and my friend already came in with a cup, so I went ahead and got one, too. Like Xerxes mentioned in his review, come high noon everything stops for the National Anthem. With Mission's loyalty to our Armed Forces this is only a benefit, and considering many of us forget about something so simple, yet so symbolic, I appreciate their dedication to doing this. I witnessed it during my first visit and I was moved. It, considering it's November, instantly put me in a Thanksgiving mood and had me contemplating and appreciating how good I actually have it compared to some others. Speaking of high noon, Mission fills up quickly with a huge lunch crowd. It's obvious this is a popular spot - and now I've bought in to its popularity. JV read more

Mission BBQ - Brisket! - Barbeque Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

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Very friendly staff and the food was exceptional! I had the Smoked Hawaiian Ribeye and Potato Salad; they did not disappoint. The Brisket was also a hit. I look forward to visiting again soon. read more

If you like chicken chopped barbecue, this is the place. My go to for a quick filling fast food.

Great BBQ, especially the brisket and they whole heartedly supports our military. Service fast and convenient.

I didn't know how to feel about this place for the longest. I voted going here because I didn't want to be disappointed. My experience most franchise barbecue spots haven't been good. I had time to blow so I decided to stop and get a quick bite to eat. I got the pulled pork barbecue sandwich with coleslaw on the top I added the table vinegar which had garlic and black pepper in it which was delicious. I was pleasantly surprised at the amount as well as the taste in the flavor of the food and I will return to this place in the near future.... read more

Mission BBQ - Looks good - Barbeque Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

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I've probably came here more than 10 times in the last year and I can't get enough. I used to come for the pulled pork, but once I got a bite of my husbands brisket, the game completely changed. TWO WORDS: MOIST BRISKET. Well, it can be six words: MOIST BRISKET + HANDCUT FRIES + SWEET TEA. Will forever be my first choice of food whenever we pass by the area. It's GOOD food, moderate prices, and hands down probably one of the best sweet tea. read more

Mission BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

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To be honest with you, this place has changed. The staff is great but the food is not what it used to be. The last 3 times I ate here, the food wasn't that good. read more