We ended up here Friday of labor day weekend when the first two places we tried to go were closed. It wasn't amazing, alas. My friend ordered pulled chicken and was sick to her stomach the rest of the day - whether it was cross contamination from pork (which she's allergic to) or overuse on antibiotics she wasn't sure. The rest of us didn't get sick but weren't super impressed either. My husband and I split a pulled pork + 1/2 chicken plate with baked beans and macaroni salad. The pork didn't taste smoky at all. The chicken was marginally better but still smoke didn't really permeate the meat. The beans were the best part, we liked those. The mac was all right. All in all, if you know good Bbq, it probably won't impress, but if you can't find anyplace open or are staying in the hotel next door, it is fast and they do give you a lot. They also had Cheerwine which was my favorite part. read more

Brisket was okay but I've had award winning Lewis BBQ and it's just about the ultimate brisket in North America, so this can't be a fair comparison. I would have liked indoor seating but they don't have any. On wet cold days it's disappointing. Potato salad was good. They don't offer freshly brewed ice tea! What BBQ place doesn't offer freshly brewed iced tea?!?!! read more

So I don't know if today was a bad day or what but 4 of us ate here for lunch. The consensus was today's food was Garbage. It didn't matter if it was chicken or the pork. The chicken was tasty & juicy on the outside but it got extremely dry the more I dug into it. The greens & mac/cheese seemed leftover from days before and the mac/cheese was an off yellow color. All 4 of us through the majority of our lunch away. I'm not sure if there will be a next time. read more

I've been wanting to check out PGH bbq for quite some time. As soon as we walked in, the guys working were extremely friendly and helpful. Everyone had their masks on properly and their workspace was super clean. There are fresh, pre made meats and sides to choose from. When we arrived at around 7PM on a Friday they had plenty to choose from. We ended up getting 1lb of brisket ($20) and a rack of ribs. We also ordered a few single sides, potato salad, and coleslaw. Everyone's favorite part of dinner was the cornbread. It was $2.50 for a small piece, but wow! It was worth it. The ribs and brisket were good, and the sauces they gave on the side were very good as well. The ribs could have been a little more tender. Looking forward, maybe we could call ahead and see when they put their ribs out so we can grab them when they are super fresh. read more

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Carry out only. There are no tables nor anywhere to sit, no service staff nor anyone else except for one sullen and unfriendly woman behind the counter. It was a wasted trip for us. read more

Great barbecue! Have really enjoyed all the meats I've tried here. I especially like the brisket. They also have really good potatoe salad and mac & cheese. I like picking up food here on a rainy weekend and enjoying it at my house. The outside of this place is really cool also you can see the meat smoker! Love it, super cute read more

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I'm giving the food a 5!! Delicious chicken, ribs, pulled pork and the sides. We were staying at the comfort inn immediately across from the restaurant. I asked around for a great place and the front desk highly recommended it. So checked out the reviews and it got great ones. However, the staff was not friendly at all. We felt as if we were bothering Them. No smiles no you're welcome! We totally felt rushed. We had never been there before so we had questions and there was no one around besides us ordering. Oh well. Iwon't come back. That's for sure read more

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Here's the email I wrote Oct 3, 2020 and received no reply. Prior to this experience I was a massive fan of Pittsburgh BBQ Company. My name is Will and I have been coming to enjoy Pittsburgh BBQ on Banksville for longer than I can remember. To celebrate our 5th anniversary my fiancee whom is a surgical OR Nurse was going to bring me home Pittsburgh BBQ Company as a surprise. This was yesterday, Friday. My fiancee left work early. This is unheard of for her since she works in the operating room as a nurse but since it was our anniversary her co-workers covered for her. On her way home she stopped to grab my gift at Target and then planned pick up Pittsburgh BBQ Company. The chicken is my favorite, the pulled pork sandwich is hers! As she was leaving Target she called to place an order over the phone for pickup. She called around 6:30 and expected to arrive less than 15 min before close. You will see from the attached screenshot she called at 6:29pm and was on the phone for less than a minute. The employee said phone orders are only for orders over $100. She was surprised considering COVID19 and the timing that they wouldn't take an order over the phone for pickup. The employee on the phone assured her it would be "hot and ready" when she arrived to be packaged up quickly and she would be good to go. As she worked her way through South Hills traffic and the closure of part of Fort Couch Road she became concerned about her timing. As she was down the road she wanted to make sure she didn't miss you by closing or making a mess for your employees minutes before closure she decided to call again. The same employee on the phone now said you were closed. The time being 6:56pm as you can see in the attached screenshot. I've worked in retail for over a decade including on the front lines at Giant Eagle for more than a decade. She also worked at Giant Eagle and now regularly works long shifts on her feet. We both feel sympathy to the workers during his extra difficult time and navigating covid safety. We are both extremely disappointed in the behavior of your employee and the representation of your business as a whole. As I said we are engaged. We've heard lots of good about All the Best Catering. In addition, I've been going to Pittsburgh BBQ Company on Banksville with my Dad and brother. I was extremely excited to introduce my fiancee to your food. I really hope you take my concerns seriously as this was a huge let down on a special day where she went out of her way to take care of me and your employee shut her down at every moment. Please see the attached screenshot for the call logs to Pittsburgh BBQ Company. Look forward to hearing from you, (I never heard) read more

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Great meat! Great sides! What more can you ask for?? The brisket and St.Louis ribs were on point. The Mac salad and corn bread . I'll stop anytime I'm driving through! read more

Catered an event at work and everything was outstanding. Shredded chicken was good - not dry. .. flavorful. Cornbread was on point. We had mac n cheese and red potatoes .. went well with the chicken. We will no doubt be ordering again. I increased the number of person count just to be on the safe side.. and it was a great balance! Love that bbq ! Thanks Pgh BBQ Company~! read more

incredibly overpriced. it was 20$ for a tiny plate of brisket. the brisket was good, but not that good. If it was the double the size and came with one side, it would have been perfect. but southside bbq are price gouging thieves. if you want bbq, there are plenty of other options that will not price gouge and steal ur money. read more

Stopped in this little place next door to the hotel I stayed in. You just looks like a place that has good barbecue. And it does. I got the brisket great flavor, but this may be the tenderest brisket I have ever eaten. It is not to be missed. I also got the half a chicken. Didn't want that much but that's how it came so that's what I got. Seasonings on this chicken are very good and it is fall off the bone tender. I also got the mac and cheese it's okay and your kids will love it. I also got their baked beans. These are top shelf baked beans and any restaurant you want to go to maybe the best baked beans I've ever had in my life they are wonderful. The kids working tonight were very personable went out of their way to be helpful. And I got to tell you I've spent more money for Arby's then I spent on this gigantic feast. If you're in the area do not miss this place read more

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horrible service, in the middle of nowhere, food tasted disgusting. a horrible experience fitting for a horrible run down establishment.

Really enjoyed our meal. Ordered over the phone to pick up just before we were leaving town since it is just off Banksville Road. Ordering was easy. Ordered the two meat meal of ribs and chicken, but we ended up with the brisket instead of chicken. Oh, what a good mistake. The brisket was so tender and good. The ribs were good too. You get 2 sides and a drink or 3 sides. Really enjoyed the slaw, better than most. The cornbread is very moist and a little different but good. The baked apples were OK. read more

Had engagement party for my son today ! Pittsburgh BBQ was fantastic, brisket was outstanding! All of our guests raved about the food ! Our servers Judy and Vicki top notch and so nice to work with . Would recommend for your event for sure . Thank you to ALL @ PBBQ. Shout out to Dancing Gnome also for rental of the original taproom perfect for 50 people ! read more

Food was delicious. Real bbq experience. It's a small place with picnic tables outside. The flavor of the bbg reminds me of old south cooking. Mom and Pop store. read more

These guys catered the Memorial Day event at Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hall in Oakland. My wife and I got a pulled pork sandwich with the Mac and cheese and baked beans to share. The Mac and cheese was pretty good and I enjoyed that there was a hint of pepper to it. The baked beans have a variety of beans which makes it a little more fun that your regular baked bean varieties. The pulled pork was quite good! There was a generous portion provided and it was still nice and moist. The homemade bbq sauce was just the cherry on top. I don't know if I would consider it $10.00 dollars good, but I'd probably come back :) read more

I had to give one star in order to post a review otherwise it would have been none. This place had amazing Q last time I was in however, things change and this time it was bad. Sadly the brisket was cold and dry. The ribs, no exaggeration, the ribs were inedible. The slaw was good, Mac n cheese was good but it looked ancient. Listen I totally understand it's very difficult to keep Q looking good, and keeping it from drying out etc... BUT, when it gets to that point it should be tossed, thus place apparently keeps it in the tins until its sold, I don't know but that's why they are getting this horrible review. read more

Always fresh delicious, super awesome friendly ordering and pick-up! They're great for a meal or catering a party! Very thoughtful! Every detail covered!!! Previously we had the ribs and the pulled pork (separately) this time we had big pans of sliced chicken and brisket - SO flavorful! They provided regular and "spicy" BBQ sauces plus Beadworks buns for the win! Good times read more

This place is worth seeking out if you want amazing barbecue. I treated my boyfriend to takeout for his birthday and it didn't disappoint. Each of us just stuck to meats, but the sides also looked good. I had some of their rotisserie chicken, which was not seasoned like any I've had before and was hard to get out of the bag because it was actually falling off the bone. The brisket is tender and moist and my boyfriend's ribs were perfect -- I'm not usually a rib fan but I wished I had ordered them. Their new brisket chili was full of meat and had a nice kick. Definitely plan to go back. read more

Pork is 3 stars, brisket is 5 stars, Mac n cheese is 3.5 stars, cornbread is 5 stars. Solid choice for Yinzer bbq in a town that struggles for the real deal. Side by side with big rig would be a great face off. read more

Large portions. Employees steered me in the right direction Espinosa could could spend the least money and still get the same amount of food. Had the 2 meat combo with two sides and drink. Have gone back on Thursdays for $7.99 whole smoked chicken to shred and use for meals that I make. Very friendly staff. read more

Forgot to check in while I was down there but just made it home. I ordered a pulled pork sandwich with the spicy BBQ sauce. I can already tell from tasting the barbecue sauce and the barbecue it's going to be outstanding. And the fact you can really taste a smoked flavor on the BBQ. Magnificent! read more

This is excellent! If you want real pulled-pork, this is your spot. This is take-out only; there is no place to sit! Not a problem, just be aware. There is plenty of parking, so it's easy to swing by and carry out. The pulled-pork is just right. It has a slightly sweet, smokey flavor, and is very moist. They mix the pork well, so you'll get some stringy inside bits and some slightly charred "bark" outer bits, too, which I like. Their sides are excellent as well: The baked beans have a mix of bean types, and a bit of hot "bite" in the mix. The beans are not over cooked to mush like some BBQ places do. The corn-bread is very good, too. It is NOT sweet corn-bread (some BBQ places do sweet corn-bread that's more like a corn muffin). It is dense and heavy, but just tastes great. Finally, I find this place to offer a great value. I get a pound of pulled pork, some fresh buns (wrapped in foil, thank you), and a couple of sides and it feeds my family of five, sometimes with left-overs. read more

Note #1: Pittsburgh Barbecue Company is actually on Banksville AVENUE, not Banksville Road. Look for the Days Inn motel; PBC is right next door. Note #2: PBC is strictly carry-out, and there is no need to call ahead. You just walk in, tell the folks behind the counter what you want, they ring you out, and your meal's boxed up for you to take away. Everything's ready to eat immediately. On a secret, gravel-studded street off of Banksville Road sits a house of stained wooden slats. Spectral vapors can be seen floating into the air from a tin chimney only to vanish into a powder blue sky that serves as a backdrop for an early Spring evening. A campfire aroma will comfort your nostrils as vehicles race up and down the highway--you will briefly forget that you're in a major Northeastern city. The other day, I treated my family to another bring-it-home banquet, finally getting down to trying PBC after years of procrastination. What we found were St. Louis Ribs that were fat with luscious pork that almost pulled itself from the bone and blushed when torn into. Speaking of which, the pulled pork sandwich was tall with protein, crisp skin, and sweet, blackened debris. A runny, vinegary sauce with just enough bite to it dressed the smoked animal flesh. Whatever fires that burned in our traps were extinguished by a fresh, vibrant, crunchy cole slaw. A lackluster macaroni and cheese was kicked out for loitering while a serving of baked apples arrived fashionably late, stealing the spotlight with its wealthy, fruity, pie-filling lava. If barbecue is a science, PBC should at least be nominated for a Nobel Prize. I only wish they'd add potato salad to their menu. My personal food obsessions notwithstanding, fly down to Banksville and take home some sapid, smoldering Southern fast food for you and yours. You'll win hearts and minds. read more

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If I could give 6 stars I would. Now with that said I really have no other choice but to tell you that yes I don't like vinegar based BBQ sauce and yes that's what they serve. So why in the world would the rating be so high? Well because I was given no other choice. After circling the area for an extra 5 min thanks to GPS we arrived at the pearly gates of BBQ heaven. Walking in Vince introduced himself to one of the very nice guys who seamed to be the manager. He came over introduced himself and even gave my boy some dabs. Once I found the menu on the right wall and had the girl at the register explain it a bit we went with 1/2 pound each of pulled pork, brisket and a ribs. The sides we chose were baked beans and corn bread. Once we had paid the girl at the counter remembered my sons name and said bye Vincent. I was very impressed. There is a single little bench outside that was open so we took a seat. Once we started to open stuff up we realized the girl that was next to us in line got our order and we get hers. It was an honest mistake. We ended up with a pound each of pulled pork and pulled chicken. She took the bag closest to her. So Bry went in told them what happened and reappeared 5 min later with a bit of everything they had. The pulled pork was my favorite. It was so tender and the flavor was perfect. The chicken tasted like it had been marinated in vinegar so it wasn't quite my thing. However it was cooked to perfection. The ribs were fall off the bone good even though they left the membrane on. One of the guys even told Bry there butcher takes the membrane off. So maybe they need to talk to the butcher. I have to agree the Mac and cheese isn't anything to rave about. It wasn't very creamy but My son likes it. The cornbread is amazing!!! The sauce is a vinegar sauce but it's not overpowering like so many places I have tried. I actually really liked the spicy sauce. The vinegar cut the spice nicely. The service hear is amazing and they go out of there way to make sure you are happy and understand that it's not just about the food it's about the entire experience. I will have no issue coming back here for a yummy pulled pork sandwich with some spicy vinegar based BBQ sauce. read more

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I am a BBQ snob. I've had BBQ from Memphis to Raleigh to Atlanta and beyond. I didn't expect anything great in PIT. I have to say though that this is some of the best bbq I have ever had. Like others have said, the sauce is really good without overpowering the meat. I had the ribs and the pulled pork. Both had very well balanced smoke and meat flavor. Not only is the BBQ top rate, but the sides are outstanding. The beans had 3 kinds of beans in them, were smoky, spicy and had nice big pieces of bacon. The cornbread had big kernels of corn and was dense and moist. My favorite were the baked apples. Think of the most tasty baked apples you have ever had and you are close to what these are - amazing. If you are within 50 miles of PIttsburgh and like BBQ, I would recommend making sure to stop here next time you are in the area. It is tucked behind a Days Inn, so keep your eyes out for the sign. Yelp gave the hours as 11-7 but it is 11-8 everyday! read more

Delicious, first time trying it me wifey loved everything. Brisket was devine and the pulled chicken was just as amazing. Best spicy sauce that I have had in some time. Will be back you are on the list. read more

We tried this place because it was close to our hotel, and Yelp said it was good. Yelp was right- the pulled pork and the brisket was amazing. The Mac and cheese, beans, coleslaw, and greens were also delicious. It was super reasonable and the portions were generous. read more

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I've driven by this place a few times, meaning to go in several. I finally did, and not only was the food absolutely delicious, but the staff was SO friendly and welcoming :D read more

I sent the following email to Pgh BBQ on 7/8/19 and have never received a response (but they sure responded quickly when I emailed them that I wanted to place an order) so I decided to post it as a review. I did not ask for anything, but I thought they should be aware. By not responding to me they do not care. "I have ordered from Pgh BBQ 2 or 3 times before and this is the first time I was disappointed in the food. The chicken was extremely dry, half of the ribs were dry, and the cookies were not put with the order. The sausage, beans and cornbread were fine. For $555 I would have expected the food to be over the top." read more

Definitely worth getting too it's just one of those hidden gems we have in Pittsburgh just off the beaten path that's part of mystique of it and then it's your own little treasure ! I tried the pulled pork sandwich with regular BBQ sauce the portion was huge it comes with a knife and fork you'll need it . Definitely will be going back to explore the rest of the menu read more

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Typ bufetu. Asi typické americke BBQ. Na môj vkus trochu suché - vypečené do sucha. Obsluha milá a poradí read more

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I stopped by the BBQ stand on Sunday November 14, 2022. I ordered the St. Louis Style ribs and the 1/2 chicken. Both were cold and dried out

Found Pittsburgh BBQ by chance and are so happy we did. Had a fantastic fulling meal at a bargain price. The ribs were smoky and succulent. The brisket was out of this world. The sides were plentiful. The potato salad not to be missed. Ordered the collard greens on the pretense of a healthy side and would give that a pass next time. But I wouldn't think twice about ordering anything else. And of course get a cookie. They are made specially for the restaurant. Highly recommend. read more

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Wow!!! We wanted BBQ and they delivered!!! The brisket just melted in your mouth. The servings were generous and the brisket chili was delicious as well. We will definitely be back whenever we visit Pittsburgh again. read more

It's not complicated. If you want fantastic BBQ, this place delivers. Portions are healthy, prices are reasonable, and the barbecue is amazing. Had the brisket and pulled pork. Fantastic on both counts. Also, the mac and cheese was delicious. The coleslaw wasn't really my cup of tea, but the brisket and mac and cheese was more than enough. If I go again, I'll only get one meat and one side, it was definitely enough to keep me full for a while. Also, their sauces were really good. I could always go for a spicier one, but what they had was delicious. read more

This is a great take out place. Very nice and clean inside. Barbeque smells so good when you walk in. They also do a lot of catering. They offer BBQ and home made sides. For anyone who likes cornbread, theirs is the best I've ever eaten. The BBQ portions are large and inexpensive. Food is delicious. read more

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Fantastic. Got ribs, brisket and pulled pork. Ribs are to die for. Fresh cut brisket is so moist and smoky. My mouth is watering just writing about it. Pulled pork, although slightly dry, I could eat 5 pounds. Great sides. Awesome employees. Everyone is extremely friendly and very honest. I love this place and am finding it hard to find a better place with better BBQ and better people. Don't forget to pick up a few on their smiley face like cookies---PIGS! They really care about the food that they serve. THANKS read more

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Pittsburgh Barbecue Company is outstanding. The atmosphere in this location is great. I have ordered several dishes off the menu, and all of them were awesome, especially Pulled Pork. People who work there are very pleasant and welcoming. Cheers. read more