Smithfield's Chicken 'N Bar-B-Q

4.1 (125 reviews)

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Ta'Brechi H.

Yelp 100 Challenge- #23 Ordered through the drive thru. Two kids tenders with fries and sweet tea. Also a bone in chicken plate with two sides and extra hush puppies. The food was hot and the service was fast. Minus 1 Star for no dipping sauce for the tenders, no fork or spoon, and dry tenders. Luckily there were only two because they were dry. French fries were fresh.

Kamilah H.

I recently decided to revisit Smithfield Barbecue after a few years, especially with a buy one entree, get one free coupon I received in the mail. When I arrived, the line was quite long, but it moved quickly. Their intercom was having some issues as it was very low, I could barely hear the person repeat my order back to me. The cashier at the window was very friendly, which I appreciated. However, I noticed that the plates were a bit messy. There was sauce on top of them...whoever packed the order had messy hands. When I opened the bags, both portions of coleslaw had slid under the chicken. I suspect this happened when the cashier handed me the bag, as it was held sideways. I also found a french fry in the slaw on one of the plates. I ordered the chicken platter (dark meat), which includes two pieces of dark meat and two sides. I had the baked beans and coleslaw for both. The chicken was really moist and crispy, and the coleslaw was crunchy and just right! The baked beans were tasty, although I'm not a huge fan of pork; I was surprised to find shredded pork mixed in, as this was my first time ordering the baked beans. Overall, I would rate my experience a 3.5 out of 5. I deducted points mainly for presentation, as I tend to be a bit OCD. I'll likely return, but I hope for a better presentation next time.

Dee D.

This place was the bomb! We stopped by for a quick bite while on the road. Cleanliness was a 5- there's a hand washing sink at door so patrons could wash their hands on entry--phenomenal! Every staff person in the place was cleaning. Service -- another 5. The food was delivered to our table by the time we sat. The food was tasty -- chopped BBQ on a bun with coleslaw and unsweetened ice tea for me.

Armistead J.

The food was amazing. Tried there pulled pork sandwich for the first time. LOVED IT!!!! very polite helpful young staff unlike other places out here. Food is good and restaurant was very clean.

Shelley M.

Couldn't decide what I wanted and ended up here. Went thru drive thru and noticed as the car was ordering in front of me 2 thighs and fries for $4.99 I thought that was a good deal. I asked young lady and she assisted me with placing that order. I ended up ordering a pecan pie and it's from Sara Lee which was good. The chicken was good and the fries were very good cooked just right not overcooked at all. I ordered some of their hushpuppies and they were good also. Good meal from here.

2 piece fried chicken plate with baked beans, potato salad, and hush puppies

Josh S.

This place was a pleasant surprise to find on our last road trip. The menu is simple and of course, revolves around their delicious fried chicken. We all had chicken plates and sampled all the sides. I really liked the bbq baked beans and hush puppies. There's no doubt, this is a meal you where you'll need to go "hands on". At this location, they even had a sink/hand washing station in the main dining area! The chicken was tender inside and had a crunchy, crispy exterior - just the way it should be. The prices are very reasonable and I think you'd be hard pressed to find anything to take issue with here. Staff was friendly and the restaurant was clean. They had plenty of seating, including a number of booths. Lots of parking and it's an easy in/out type of situation here. No fuss counter ordering and plastic ware keep it low-key like a summertime picnic.

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Their barbecue and chicken is good. The prices are reasonable also. I go there quite often and I have never been disappointed. I especially love the chicken tenders. The service is good and it has a laid back atmosphere. read more

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Ngiare H.

Harry, We appreciate your repeat choice in us, as visiting with our…

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I'm a huge fan of barbecue and every time I go down to NC to see my mom I stop here on the way back and they never disappoint. Great food and even greater staff. read more

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Gayle M.

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Very pleasant and clean place to eat. Latoya, staff are very professional. The Hushpuppies are delicious, pulled pork bbq is good, lean pork, nice flavor; add Carolina sauce at the table. I chose coleslaw and Brunswick stew for sides--very good comfort food. They have great southern sides. The food is brought to your table with a polite smile. Liked this place read more

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Caroline M.

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We stopped on our drive back north after a vacation and we're so happy to see Smithfield's when we got hungry. Latoya was great at the register, the restaurant was impeccably clean, and the food was delicious (as always.) read more

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Ngiare H.

Caroline, It's fantastic to hear we have earned your satisfaction.…

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Elizabeth D.

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The food is spectacular! Always hot. I love the chicken strips and brunswick stew. I highly recommend this place!!!

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Monique J.

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Their food was NASTY and the customer service was even nastier the only thing I can say is NEVER again.

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Ngiare H.

Monique, our team is saddened to read your comments. We strive to…

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We eat at SCNB all the time! In fact, several times a week! The food is delicious, but as much as I love the food, I appreciate the customer service. Isaiah is such a hard working young man. It seems he is always there when we visit. He is very personable and delightful. He makes our visit even better. Kimora is also delightful! She refilled my tea too many times to count and always had a smile on her face! I was the tea designator for our table! Thank you SCNB for two employees that strive to work diligent and are kind to those that they serve! read more

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Kay, We appreciate all our customers...and it is comments like yours,…

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We stopped halfway between New York and our Florida destination for the night. Read the review here on Smithfield's which didn't do it justice. It's a clean, bright, spacious order at the counter take to your table fried chicken place. Pleasant service, affordable prices and delicious, tasty, moist fried white meat chicken.A plate was under nine dollars for a juicy breast and a wing, poor boys, and two sides of your choosing we chose coleslaw and beans. Perfect dinner superior compared to the the usual stop on the road. Delicious you can't go wrong if you stop here. read more

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Joan, We appreciate the great review! We aim to offer nothing short…

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Danny C.

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This Smithfield's was rebuilt about 18 months ago from where it burned down. I have ate here numerous times since it was rebuilt. They continue to have good service and good quality food. The Rocky Mount Lowe's is right behind here and this is my go to stop when I'm working on a project. read more

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Our new mist favorite Smithfield's location. Always great food in this lovely new decor. Miss Harley made our visit especially nice. She packed us up our go package to travel with extra care! read more

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Michael R.

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We dined here yesterday afternoon. Two sandwiches and problems with both. In one sandwich, there was a good size bone, with connective tissue still attached. The only reason we found the bone is because we took off the top bun to put on sauce. The second sandwich had a large wad of fat. The meat is both sandwiches was very watery. read more

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Ngiare H.

Michael, a chance to speak with you further about these concerns…

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Bridgette M.

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Smithfield is the best fried chicken chain restaurant in the Rocky Mount area. KFC and Popeyes can't hold a candle to Smithfield's chicken or sides. read more

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Bridgette, Thank you for being a fan of our pulled pork sandwiches…

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Allen T.

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The food quality was good. Definitely a filler. The waiters were nice (they cleaned the tables, brought food) There was not many people there.. mostly older people. The chicken was nice and crispy.. the barbecue was average, but good. The fries were also average but they managed to fill me... the potato salad was pretty good... they gave a lot of hush puppies as a side (with every plate I'm guessing).. the hush puppies were okay but I only ate one of them and wasted the others. Overall, this place was okay to get your fill of southern food if you are visiting from another state. read more

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Kimberly B.

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Wonderful meal! Wonderful service! High school students mind you! They were polite and attentive. We were there just before closing. Each has their job and they were being efficient about it. The cashier was polite and well spoken. His comments were scripted and he did not miss a beat. Another was cleaning the lobby, but quickly adjusted his activity when a customer needed assistance. The manager was readily available and oversaw their work with encouraging reminders. Nice to know quality of work was important to this staffing team. Did I say the god was excellent!! read more

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Kimberly, We appreciate all our customers...and it is comments like…

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Tiffany H.

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Don't do it. When you see this place and find yourself tempted to go in, stop and consider another option. The food is beige and bland. Just no flava whatsoever. Side note, the women's bathroom are very nasty. read more

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Tiffany, we aim to serve delicious, flavorful food and provide a…

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Teresa T.

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Had the BBQ sandwich with coleslaw. YUMMM! With French fries and hush puppies. Everything was hot and fresh. The gentleman at the counter was so nice. I wish we had a Smithfield's in West Virginia because it was delicious and affordable. Oh and the sweet tea was on point. Not a single complaint. (The bathroom was also super clean which is always so nice!) read more

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Christopher W.

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If you are on the road and hungry for North Carolina style food this is your place. Is it great, no, but its a way of getting all your NC BBQ and chicken needs in one spot. The chicken for me is a little better than Bojangles, the pulled pork bbq is a little bland for my taste. The favorite thing I would get here is the Brunswick stew which is good though you can get better. read more

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Angie L.

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This was our first time trying Smithfield's BBQ. The food was tasty, and the employees were pleasant and helpful. Our experience was a perfect ending to our North Carolina vacation. read more

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Ngiare H.

Angie, Thank you for your kind words about Smithfield's Chicken 'N…

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Jp S.

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Had bbq pulled pork platter with hush puppies- cole slaw and potato salad. Servings were generous for the price. Carolina vinegar style pork. Forgot to ask for bbq sauce. Pecan Pie was a packaged Sarah Lee slice but it was perfect. Drive though service great. read more

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Jp, We appreciate the great review! We aim to offer nothing short of…

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Dave L.

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Short and sweet review For the most part I do not review chains, however this location, rather new, is a great "quick stop" location. The service is good and I like their dark chicken platter. I have not had their BarbQue as I only Que at wood smoked real Que locations Enjoy! Oh this location is very clean too! read more

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Phillip C.

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Food was delicious and staff and service was exceptional. Actually went back the next day to eat again

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Phillip, Thank you for your kind words about Smithfield's Chicken 'N…

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LisaMichelleTammy Z.

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just visited the rocky mount location a few days ago for the first time LOVED the north carolina style bbq served here! never had it before this week - but was it ever good =] sides were great as well - excellent coleslaw - great beans and good corn hush sticks picked up a jar of their bbq sauce to bring home - and am now inspired to make bbq - in fact just picked up a 8 lb pork butt - and will be making nc style bbq pork w/ smithfields sauce this weekend when going thru nc - you must pass by this great little chain restaurant! yum read more

Smithfield's Chicken 'N Bar-B-Q - mmm mmm country goodness! - Barbeque Near Me - Rocky Mount, North Carolina

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Bj A.

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The food was good for fast food but the service was just okay. The employees were courteous but they got some of our order wrong and there was limited napkins and condiments. Overall the experience was average which is why I rated 3 stars. read more

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Magdaline B.

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Jordan exhibited great customer service. He was friendly and helpful. Wait time was short and food was hot. Love it!!

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Magdaline, Thank you for letting us know about the great experience…

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Sherry C.

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We stopped here today to get some good NC BBQ. It's a vinegar based BBQ. I got the combo platter consisting of Pulled BBQ, BBQ Chicken, Hushpuppies, Slaw and Baked Beans. And of course I had to get sweet tea. I really enjoyed the Pulled Pork. The Vinegar based is a little bit spicy, but good. The BBQ chicken was also good. I did not really like the Baked Beans or the Slaw. The Hushpuppies were nice and sweet. I ordered way too much food for myself today, but wanted to try a little of everything. They were out of the Pork Skins. Also they were out of cookies for the Kid's meal and didn't even mention it. Wish they had mentioned it, or gave a substitution. The restaurant is nice and clean. Clean restrooms too! read more

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Kimberly M.

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I love their hot dogs, their shrimp platter, and their brunswick stew!!! They have the best bbq and bbq chicken. They have outstanding baked beans, banana pudding, and pecan pie. I love that you can buy a bottle of their sauce at the store or in the grocery store. You can also buy their famous hush puppies mix. They have amazing sweet tea, and I love the retro décor! I love that you can get the amazing coupons and always look on the windows for the deals of the day. They will love to catering for any church or event you may have coming up. Color a picture from their web site to get $2 off a kid meal or a free banana pudding. The lunch BBQ sandwich value pack is fantastic! Make sure to upsize it to large. Very good deal. Buy the packages they have. Bought the tailgate special and paid $6.00 more for 8 pieces of all white chicken! read more

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Rockey S.

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Disappointed ! This is just another "plastic" fast food store. I wanted my Texas husband to taste real NC BBQ, but this wasn't the place to go. We were all set for something special. Booo read more

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Eric A.

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Just ate a quick lunch at Smithfield Chicken & BBQ in Wake Forrest. Everything was delicious. My server Ruth at this location was polite, helpful and very friendly. I highly recommend this location. read more

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Ngiare H.

Eric, It makes us incredibly proud to hear you are a big fan. You can…

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Elizabeth S.

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We come here for supper whenever we visit Rocky Mount and haven't had a disappointing meal yet. The potato salad was very sweet when we went last week but it was still good. Iced tea is super strong, which I like. As always, portions were big - we don't leave hungry! The BBQ is always consistently good here. Jashan was our cashier and had a very pleasant and professional attitude. Wish I had bought a tiny Christmas tree. Next year for sure if they have them! read more

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Elizabeth, It's fantastic to hear we have earned your satisfaction.…

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Gary C.

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I come here for the chicken when I'm in town. Today I got the tender sandwich special. Came with a coke and hush puppies (instead of FF) for $6.99. Quite good. The place is always really clean. Service is always good. They come around and fill your drink. read more

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After a long day at work, I was very eager to try some good ole BBQ. A local also recommended the place. I ordered the BBQ sandwich (for lunch tomorrow, not happening) & combo plate. The chicken breast was perfect. The wing was dry. The coleslaw was ok. The baked beans were decent, however the pork was horrible. It tasted of pure vinegar. No smoked taste, flavor or nothing. I wouldn't be surprised if it was cooked in a crockpot, seriously. I do not recommend. read more

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Lonnita, we appreciate you visiting, but we're sorry you didn't have…

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Great food, friendly and attentive staff, clean tables, clean bathroom Always stop at Smithfield's when we are in town. We had pulled pork sandwiches, chicken tenders, and definitely get some hushpuppies!!!!! Their fries as really good too! Good prices for their 50 person pack as well read more

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Bob M.

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Always enjoy a good bbq pork sandwich at Smithfield bbq. On our way to Myrtle Beach for vacation. Also, heading back home. Time it so we pass a Smithfield BBQ. The red sauce is great on the sandwich. read more

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Cm M.

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James was kind and patient with me not only but really understanding and i just loved his service

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Cm, It's fantastic to hear we have earned your satisfaction. Thank…

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Sherece Risien made our meal enjoyable. She didn't just wait on us and forget us. She made sure we had everything w we needed. We will be back read more

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Wow! This place was a nice place for lunch. Friendly staff and good food. The building also appeared very new. Don't expect the best food you ever ate but for the price and considering it is fast food, I highly recommend. read more

Smithfield's Chicken 'N Bar-B-Q - So much food for so little money. - Barbeque Near Me - Rocky Mount, North Carolina

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Had a very nice meal today at the Smithfields Chicken and BBQ in Rocky Mount, NC. I ordered the Large BBQ plate and it was delicious. During the meal no less than 4 people came around to ask how my meal was and if I needed anything and they seemed genuine. Very clean and modern atmosphere with a down home touch. Great place! read more

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Gotta give this place 4 stars because the service was outstanding and beyond my expectations from the moment we walked in. Don't let the BBQ sign throw you off. It's all chicken and nothing but chicken. Yes it's BBQd, and fried and however else you want it but it's all chicken. The hush puppies are crazy good and yes the chicken is good but it out of this world. The service is better than the chicken. The prices are good and they serve you drinks by the gallon!...yes, by the gallon. Good food overall but the service takes the cake in this one. read more

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K C.

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Sandwich was cold. Had been sitting long enough that the coleslaw had soaked through the bun-so much so that you could have wrung out the bun. This was reported to the counter staff person who replied "yeah, they get that way." Wait, that is your answer? We were so tired from driving we just left, no energy to argue. Note to self-never eat here again! read more

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Food is good but not my palate. Chicken breast was very juicy definitely a great value for the price. Staff comes by to check on you for refills & pickup trash. Free refills. Bathrooms were immaculate. Restaurant was very clean for a fast food restaurant read more

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670 N. Wesleyan Blvd.
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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Hours

What time does Smithfield's Chicken 'N Bar-B-Q open?

Smithfield's Chicken 'N Bar-B-Q opens at 10:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday, Friday and Saturday.

What time does Smithfield's Chicken 'N Bar-B-Q close?

Smithfield's Chicken 'N Bar-B-Q closes at 10:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday.Smithfield's Chicken 'N Bar-B-Q closes at 11:00 PM on Friday and Saturday.

Mon-Thu, Sun 10:00 AM - 10:00 PMFri-Sat 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM

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Does Smithfield's Chicken 'N Bar-B-Q take credit cards?

Yes, Smithfield's Chicken 'N Bar-B-Q takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Smithfield's Chicken 'N Bar-B-Q have catering options?

Yes, Smithfield's Chicken 'N Bar-B-Q does have catering options.

Does Smithfield's Chicken 'N Bar-B-Q have a drive thru?

Yes, Smithfield's Chicken 'N Bar-B-Q has a drive thru.

Does Smithfield's Chicken 'N Bar-B-Q serve alcohol?

No, Smithfield's Chicken 'N Bar-B-Q does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Smithfield's Chicken 'N Bar-B-Q allow dogs?

Yes, Smithfield's Chicken 'N Bar-B-Q allows dogs.

Does Smithfield's Chicken 'N Bar-B-Q have TVs?

Yes, Smithfield's Chicken 'N Bar-B-Q has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Smithfield's Chicken 'N Bar-B-Q have bike parking?

Yes, Smithfield's Chicken 'N Bar-B-Q has bike parking.

Does Smithfield's Chicken 'N Bar-B-Q have outdoor seating?

Yes, Smithfield's Chicken 'N Bar-B-Q has outdoor seating options.

Does Smithfield's Chicken 'N Bar-B-Q have parking?

Yes, Smithfield's Chicken 'N Bar-B-Q has parking options. Private Lot Parking

Other Amenities

Does Smithfield's Chicken 'N Bar-B-Q have free WiFi?

No, Smithfield's Chicken 'N Bar-B-Q does not have free WiFi.

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Specialties

Smithfield's Chicken 'N Bar-B-Q has a 40-year history in serving the finest fried chicken and Eastern North Carolina-style BBQ and was founded in Smithfield, NC. From the moment you walk through the door, you are our guest. Our staff personally delivers hot and fresh food right to your table, refills your drink, and even takes care of discarding your trash. Our goal is for you to relax and enjoy the nostalgic décor and music.Contact Smithfield's Chicken 'N Bar-B-Q to discuss how Smithfield's Catering can help you with your next event.

History

Established in 1977.

Smithfield's Chicken 'N Bar-B-Q is a privately owned and operated North Carolina Company. We are a quick service restaurant chain in North Carolina serving fried chicken and Eastern North Carolina barbecue, with 39 locations state-wide, we also offer an online store for swag, sauces and Breader mixes.

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Food was spicy, delightfully seasoned and plentiful. I got the Jerk chicken, fried plantains and…read morebeans and rice. We took home about half the plantains and 1/4 of the beans and rice. The chicken was very tender. Food service was delightful and food delivery was fast. They had karaoke later the night we came, but we were unable to stay. We will have to come back.

My first time at Guava Island, a very casusl cool vibe, friendly local hidden gem, tucked away in a…read morenon-descript strip mall not far from City Lake Park in Rocky Mount. They serve good Jamaican food and have a full bar. I found the restaurant on Google when I searched for affordable restaurants nearby. I loved Guava Island. When I walked in on a Thursday around 5:30 p.m., it was very quiet, with 1 person at the bar. Take out and eat in business picked up as dinner time rolled around. I'm glad I decided to eat at the bar because that's where all the action happens! I enjoyed watching the interaction between the warm and friendly co-owner (co-owns with his sister) and the customers. The owner is originally from Jamaica and he's a U. S. Army veteran! Besides the good food, another reason to support this black-owned, veteran business! Dinners with 2 sides range between $12 to $17. Oxtails are $17. I had the $12 spicy jerk chicken with macaroni and cheese and cabbage. The jerk chicken and mac & cheese were delicious. The cabbage needed a lot more flavor. The guava punch was very good, though too sweet for my taste so I added water and it was perfect. I highly recommend this place. I will definitely go back.Check it out.

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Curry Shrimp with Collards and Rice and beans

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Alpaca Chicken

4.1(19 reviews)

17.0 mi

First time trying Alpaca. I ordered the Arroz Chaufa. It was good but if you are looking a dish…read morewith a lot of meat you may want to try something different, however, I personally enjoyed the dish. For two dinners and one drink it was around $35.00. The atmosphere is casual but if you are cold natured, remember to bring a sweater or long sleeve shirt. The servers were very accommodating and patient with us as we decided what we wanted. We will definitely go back again.

Someone at my gym told me this place was a must try & IT IS!! Ughh I'm such a sucker for good food!…read moreI could eat this bowl EVERYDAY! The chicken is so juicy and full of flavor and everything is so fresh! My ONLY complaint is that the chop bowl is only offered on Wednesdays (crying) it is SOO good!

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Arroz Chaufa (fried rice), Quinoa Fresh Salad with chicken

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Whole Truth Lunchroom

4.6(28 reviews)

17.8 mi

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Whole Truth Lunchroom has a great mission, and the food definitely lived up to the experience…read more Everything tasted fresh and well-prepared. The fried chicken was crispy and fried hard just the way I like it, with plenty of flavor in every bite. The greens were seasoned perfectly, and the yams were sweet with a great texture--not too hard and not too soft. I visited on a hot summer day, and the restaurant can get pretty loud and a little stuffy when it's busy. Thankfully, they had fans placed throughout the space, which made it much more comfortable. Overall, I enjoyed both the food and the atmosphere. If you're looking for good soul food and want to support a place with a meaningful mission, Whole Truth Lunchroom is worth a visit. I'd definitely go back.

A ministry of the church next door, Wilson's Whole Truth Lunchroom is a hidden gem. Located a few…read moreblocks from downtown and run by dedicated volunteers, this is an old school cafeteria with the type of food you'd expect from Southern church ladies. Dishes vary from day to day but the fried chicken, baked chicken, and fried pork chops are staples. Plates come with two sides and you can see from the photo why the blackeyed peas are so good (spoiler alert - it's bacon, lots of bacon). Collards are also delicious and the yams are mildly sweet without being cloying. The banana pudding is gloriously warm and the meringue is fluffy. The pudding is a touch too sweet and I could have done with more bananas but it was large enough to share. The staff is genuinely happy to see you and are happy to talk about their work, if you like. The room is a bit bare bones and the bathrooms are rudimentary and cramped but everything works. There is parking directly in front of the restaurant. Thanksgiving take-out is available for pre-order (see photo). I have a strong feeling you won't go wrong with any of the choices.

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KFC

3.8(12 reviews)

0.2 mi

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I was looking for some sides to for a dish I had at home when I stumbled upon the "Sidesgiving"…read moreoffer at KFC. This offer, originally for the Thanksgiving holiday, was still available a week later. You can get a large size of any three of your favorite sides, so I picked sweet corn, mac and cheese, and coleslaw. I ordered online and picked it up at the drive thru. Everything was great, including the customer service!

No you can not have a refund even though our hair isvin your food. The manager was extremely rude…read morewhen I asked for a refund after finding hair in my food.

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Mac & Cheese, Cole Slaw and Sweet Corn

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The Rustler at the Mills

4.5(6 reviews)

1.1 mi

The food was delicious and the steaks were outstanding!…read moreThese guys "know beef" and when I asked if my steak could be cooked "Pittsburg style" (and between rare and medium rare), was told "yes....of course" !! Off to a great start..... Salad bar was fresh with plenty to choose from. I highly recommend this restaurant ! Good job ladies & gentlemen, service was excellent.....

If you are a steak person and don't mind high prices - you will probably like it. I love steak but…read morethe prices were high and what I really hated was that they left the sour cream on the table. It was warm. Not even cold. And the package says keep refrigerated. You get a potato and it's a limited menu - and I love sour cream but I couldn't eat it - it smelled and looked bad and I have a sensitive stomach for that sort of thing. The steak was cooked perfectly and tasted great. The salad bar was great. The server never even asked how my meal was. I didn't even have a chance to ask for cold sour cream. The filet pictured was the 4oz filet for $35.

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Gardner's Barbecue 301 Flagship Store

3.0(99 reviews)

1.5 mi

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While driving through Rocky Mount, North Carolina, I was in the mood for some barbecue…read more We chose the carryout option, though they also have a full sit-down restaurant. Parking was plentiful, with dedicated carryout parking, regular restaurant parking, and accessible spaces. The restaurant has that classic, small-town Southern Sunday dinner vibe. The carryout area is exactly what you'd expect,small and designed strictly for takeout. The cashier is friendly, and the service is pretty fast. You can order at the counter, and the menu offers plenty of mix-and-match combinations. The fried okra was crispy and delicious. The pulled pork had a nice tangy barbecue flavor. The seafood platter was surprisingly good. I would skip the candied yams next time. Everything else was decent but nothing that really stood out. One thing to note: I was hoping for ribs after seeing them advertised, but they weren't available through the carryout menu. Carryout focuses more on pulled pork and pulled turkey, while some menu items are reserved for the dine-in restaurant. If you're passing through Rocky Mount and want a quick Southern comfort food stop, I'd definitely recommend the carryout. It's convenient, the portions are good, and the barbecue hits the spot. As for dining in, I don't think I'd make a special trip .It feels more like a great roadside takeout stop than a destination restaurant.

Had reservation for 40. Got to Gardners Resturant off 301 in Rocky Mount no setup done I had to…read moreassist with the setup of tables which had not been cleaned. The tables should have already been cleaned the floor was slippery and sticky one of my guest slipped and stepped on the curtain which fell and instead or charging for the just for the replacement on the clip for the re-attachment of the rod to rehang the curtain was charged for a replacement for the rod and as much money we spent for the food which was lacking in taste and variety. There was no fried chicken, no fried fish until we requested the status of the fried chicken the baked chicken was terrible how could you mess that up. This will be the first and last time for making reservations at this Resturant

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Pulled pork, okra, yams , and chicken

Gardner's Barbecue 301 Flagship Store - Pork Barbecue Plate. Can greens & Coleslaw with mustard in it. Dry bar b q and frozen hush puppies. The best thing was the sweeeeeeet tea.

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Pork Barbecue Plate. Can greens & Coleslaw with mustard in it. Dry bar b q and frozen hush puppies. The best thing was the sweeeeeeet tea.

Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen

3.2(13 reviews)

0.4 mi

Awesome service!!!!... The staff greeted and took great care of of my order. Hot and fresh chicken…read moreand it was really good. Store was very clean. They even walked me to my car.

Customer service is terrible, I love me some Popeyes but Rocky Mount location is a no! Store seemed…read moredemable food from first bite seems like it been under heater a little extra time. Dinning area was clean so I still say 1 customer service.

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Popeyes Sides

Popeyes Strawberry Biscuits

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Wingstop

3.0(3 reviews)

1.3 mi

Gotta say- I don't like to give bad reviews. But there was nothing good here-…read more On a road trip- went to wingstop since it seemed safe- I ordered "Buffalo"- got some wings covered in paste that tasted like maybe cayenne and water. The "bleu cheese" dressing was the consistency of milk with cheese chunks. 5 adults and 5 bad meals in one trip. It looked gross. It tasted worse. That red paste tasted like what I would imagine a pile of dirty pocket change would. There was nothing positive and nobody was able to eat their food. We were driving and it wasn't worth going back. This is my first 1 star and it would be zero if that was an option.

Workers are doing well and the ambiance is normal and sanitary in the kitchen,and actually ask how…read moreto spell the name of the order,took about 20 minutes,the food was good and well done flavor was correct in spice,and the fries were good seasoned well

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Jimmiah R.

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4 years ago

Today was my first time eating there and I really enjoyed the food and the service was excellent jashan was so sweet and very helpful.

V C.

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216

6 years ago

The first two times were ok for this location, I've had better! This last time wasted over 27$

Meagan K.

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1

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4 years ago

The food was great and William was so friendly in the drive thru!

Shelia V.

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1

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4 years ago

Latoya was awesome. Attentive and the food was great

Johnathan M.

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6

1

13 years ago

Good food, but apparently closed as of 4/14/14.

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We always stop here on our way to Fort Bragg and this restaurant never disappoints whether it's for…read morebreakfast or lunch. The food is incredibly delicious. The servers provide you with that southern hospitality and are extremely welcoming, and they really take care of their customers which is very nice to see. If you're driving down 95 north or south and you want some good food at a very reasonable price please consider stopping here. You will not be disappointed.

If you're judging this place by its looks, don't. Tucked beside the grocery store of the same name…read morein a strip mall, Smith's Red & White has that no-frills country diner vibe. It's unassuming...and absolutely packed at weekday lunch for good reason. Even with a full house, we were seated quickly, and the service was outstanding. I never caught our server's name, but she was wonderful. Everyone here treats customers like neighbors instead of table numbers. We even watched servers pull up a chair to chat with regulars about what to order. That's not slow service--that's small-town hospitality at its finest. My husband ordered a burger and fries, and let me tell you--that burger came stacked, fresh, and delicious. I had the house-made pimento cheese sandwich with onion rings. The pimento cheese wasn't quite my preferred style, but it was still tasty. The fries and onion rings were standard, but they did the job. A word of warning: if you ask for "everything" on your burger, be prepared for the kitchen to interpret that very creatively. Chili? Sure. Whatever else they can find? Quite possibly. Consider yourself warned! One thing I'd love to see improved is pricing. The menu and hot bar don't list prices, so you're ordering with a little faith. Also, the sweet tea lives up to its Southern reputation--it is sweet. Thankfully, you can mix it with unsweet tea if your dentist would prefer you did. We didn't try the hot bar, but watching plates of meat-and-two sides come out made me second-guess my order. And don't even get me started on the desserts. The cobbler and banana pudding looked downright sinful. If you're looking for fancy, keep driving. If you're looking for genuine Southern hospitality, hearty home cooking, and a dining room where strangers chat while waiting in line, you've found your spot.

Doug Sauls Bbq

4.4

(117 reviews)

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Don't Judge a Book By Its Cover…read more At first glance Doug Saul's doesn't look very promising. In fact, it's somewhat of a turn-off. But once you get past appearances, the place begins to grow on you. I pushd ahead and am glad I did. I've been back several times since, and enjoyed every meal I'd had here. The Fries Oysters are my favorite. They're lightly coated, fried to perfection, plump and juicy. The fried Fish and Fried Shrimp are also excellent. And don't overlook the BBQ - very good Eastern North Carolina style with just the right touch of vinegar. We also liked the Hushpuppies, Green Beans, Brunswick Stew and Pastry; but could not recommend the Cole Slaw or Banana Pudding.

We stopped here on a road trip because the reviews were good. And while the service was great, the…read morefood was just okay. They can make some improvements to the physical establishment as well.