Always have a great meal no matter what Mission bbq we go to . The food is always great and the…read morebrisket and beans are great . I get the combo and take it home . The staff is very helpful and very friendly . They go out of their way to make veterans have a great experience and show their gratitude with a dessert Every restaurant is clean and updated .

Mission BBQ is truly one of the most impressive and dependable places to eat. Every visit reminds…read moreme why this restaurant has such a strong and loyal following. From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere feels warm, respectful, and full of purpose. The staff is incredibly polite, attentive, and genuinely dedicated to serving every guest with honor--which fits perfectly with the mission and values the restaurant stands for. You can feel the pride they take in both their service and the experience they offer. One of the things that truly sets Mission BBQ apart is their unwavering support and respect for U.S. military veterans. Their love for veterans is evident throughout the restaurant, and they honor them in meaningful ways, including offering military discounts as a small token of appreciation. It's a place where servicemen and women are not only welcomed but celebrated, making the dining experience even more special for those who have served or are serving our country. The food is outstanding--consistently flavorful, fresh, and made with great care. Everything from the brisket to the pulled pork, ribs, and chicken is cooked to perfection. Their barbecue has a depth of smoke and seasoning that stands out, and it's clear that quality is at the heart of every order. The sides are just as impressive, with generous portions and a homemade taste that perfectly complements the main dishes. No matter what you choose, you can count on receiving a meal that feels thoughtfully prepared and truly satisfying. The seating is relaxed and convenient, allowing you to seat yourself wherever you feel most comfortable. The environment is casual, welcoming, and filled with patriotic touches that give the restaurant a unique and meaningful character. It's a place where families, veterans, first responders, and everyday customers all feel equally valued and appreciated. If there's any challenge you might run into, it's simply the crowd. Mission BBQ is so well-loved that busy times can make parking a bit tricky. But honestly, that just shows how many people trust and enjoy what this restaurant consistently delivers. When a place is this popular, you know they're doing something right. The prices are right in line with the quality of the food. You get generous portions, rich flavors, and reliable consistency--making every dollar feel well spent. It's clear that Mission BBQ aims to provide great value without cutting corners. I truly enjoy visiting Mission BBQ and always look forward to coming back for more. The combination of exceptional food, respectful and friendly service, meaningful support for veterans, and a welcoming atmosphere sets it apart from so many other places. Every visit is a reminder of why this place continues to stand out, and I'll happily keep returning for the incredible experience they offer.

The food is amazing, especially the Cajun Catfish! All the ladies that work there are incredibly…read morenice. Great place to eat.

Best BBQ I have ever had. All the sides were delicious. Service was friendly and speedy.read more

I would've given this place 5 stars because honestly, I loved almost everything about it. The…read moreatmosphere, the music, the cherry bourbon, and especially the food were outstanding. I ended up taking my meal to-go and ate it later -- absolutely delicious. Unfortunately, the bartender completely changed the experience for me. She was a redhead working the bar around 7:30 PM, and from the moment I sat down, she was noticeably unwelcoming. I was literally the only person sitting at the bar, yet she barely checked on me, offered no conversation, and honestly came across with an attitude the entire time. As someone who has worked in the bartending industry myself and who travels often visiting different restaurants and bars, hospitality matters. A bartender sets the tone for the entire experience, especially for solo guests. Sitting alone at a bar can already feel awkward enough, and a warm, welcoming attitude goes a long way. I still tipped her generously despite the experience, because that's just who I am, but management should really pay attention to how guests are being treated behind the bar. It's disappointing because I truly loved the place itself and wanted to give it a full 5 stars. With better customer interaction from the bartender, this place would easily deserve it. The day I was there tonight, which was May 18th 2026. I arrived about 730 and left about 845.

Its a nice place probably for a drink and an appetizer, but even than the spinach dip is not it!…read moreThe Brussels was gross. My ribs were good. Not enough for me to visit again. The cheesy patatoes, no, I wasn't empressed by the food.

I'm sorry I'm not impressed with the food here . You can't just put Charlie Staples sauce on…read moreeverything and think it will pass.

Not the original Charlie staples. Food fair. Great server. Reasonable prices. Drove from Detroit to…read morehave ribs and chicken but left very disappointed.

The service was excellent, and the food was pretty good. They didn't have all the items on the…read moremenu, but what they had was delicious.

ribs are just ok and not consistant .... not like garlands, young's & flloyd's even the short run…read morethe pits (mr brown & them rolls !! ).

I'm going five star, because I like bars that serve ribs that taste this great on a Saturday when…read moreI'm zipping out Youngstown on Oak st. and just remembered I really want a rack of ribs. It was 3pm when I walked in, and 30 minutes later after two beers walked out with a full rack, extra sauce. Best thing about the ribs? They have that light char taste that goes right through the meat down to the bone. The girl tending bar was great, took good care of my order, and that order was ready just as the beer went empty, so great service. The Oaks has been right here for many many years, pretty eclectic crowd, but mainly just a joint to enjoy the food, have a drink or a beer, and talk to folks. The inside is a nice mish mash of old photos, art that is more thoughtful than you'd expect, and a long wall length bar, that hits the far wall and becomes a row of booths coming back up the other wall. Plenty of good parking, and through the warm months they got outdoor bands, so, something for everyone. Oh, and it's a good place to just be. If you're alone, or killing time, perfect spot. Seriously. The pic is what I do once I get the ribs all the way back to New Castle, toss in a casserole put in the oven wrapped in foil at @240 degrees for 30-40 minutes, gets them right at perfect.

Hole in the wall bar with history!…read more They aren't open late but you definitely don't want to miss out on their food. Always great food and service by the bartenders. If you haven't had the chance, make sure to come in on Tuesdays to try their ribs with a great deal!

The fish sandwich and the grilled chicken salad were very good. We did take out so the fries were…read moresoggy as one would expect. We had to do take out because, even though they have an outdoor eating area, we were not allowed to use it with our dog.

Good bar and food selections along with friendly service. I'll definitely be back when wanting a…read moredark bar atmosphere with food. I ordered the Cajun rib eye and was surprised how seasoned it was.

Excellent sours (I don't actually like beer), great food and super open mike night entertainment!…read more The focaccia and honey butter is basically French toast. So tasty.

Love this place, friendly servers, great ambiance, delicious food and beer. They also have a nice…read moreoutdoor patio. I highly recommended this establishment.

I didn't rate this? I know I rated this! Ok, best ribs ever. Or at least, better than most and as…read moregood as any. Bad part is, they start selling at 11am and are usually out completely by 2pm

Excellent barbecue. I stopped by today while visiting my mom in Youngstown. Unfortunately I got…read morethere too late to try the pork ribs, but I was able to try the beef rib, brisket, pulled pork, and barbacoa tacos. All spot on. Will definitely give it a try again next time to get the pork ribs. Favors comparably to Joe's Barbecue in Kent. One hour less for me to drive from Pittsburgh. Hours are 11-6 Wednesday to Friday, but get there early or risk missing out on stuff that is sold out.

I never like to give a bad rating to a restaurant but in this case, this was one of the worst meals…read moreI've had. The problem is, the place was packed and is clearly a very popular restaurant here. To start, the service was great! Everyone was super friendly and fairly attentive. Moving on to food. We shared two appetizers, peppers in oil and fried Zucchini flowers. The peppers were ok but had just a low quality olive oil that made them seem greasy. I've had fried zucchini flowers many times growing up in an Italian household but these were the worst I've ever had. They were overstuffed, over battered, and again, greasy! Not sure why they offer this dish when you can't taste the flowers at all as they are overpowered by everything else. Next, I had Chicken Marsala. I've had chicken Marsala all over the world, have cooked it many times, and I absolutely love the dish. This version was unlike any other version I've ever had with the addition of a ton of peppers. The chicken was cooked properly but the sauce was gloppy, didn't taste like Marsala, and seemed like it was cooked by someone who doesn't understand that the best Italian dishes should be simple and not "overhanded". The chicken parmigiana was the best meal out of everything they made but unfortunately the spaghetti it came with had waaaaay too much sauce and the parmigiana cheese (which we had to ask for) seemed like the low quality stuff you can buy in a jar at the supermarket. I guess the overall impression was poor quality Italian food made with average quality ingredients. If you like Olive Garden, then you'll probably be happy here as it felt like this restaurant from the food to the decor is stuck in the early 80s. One other note - the prices were very reasonable but as many Italian places in the US are, they don't understand that the main principle of Italian food is high quality ingredients combined with simplicity.

I absolutely wish that, I could give this zero stars. My Husband and I ordered takeout,not once but…read moretwice! Both times were absolutely horrendous. Ordered there "famous" Station Square Charred Ribeye and Prime Rib Au Jus and neither of them had any flavor at all. My husband said it tasted like steak from Ponderosa back in the day and he was absolutely right. We also ordered the lamb lollipops that were dry, had absolutely no flavor. The little bit of juice from the lamb had soaked into the instant mashed potatoes,that are underneath?? it's an appetizer?!? They tasted like paste!!! The most flavorful thing we got was the Ajou sauce which I ordered an extra side of it/paid for the up charge and they were extremely rude about it. It was extremely overpriced and nothing was good! We won't be returning. As a young child, I used to eat there a lot with my family, but I see things have changed tremendously.