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    The Rolling Rib

    4.1 (299 reviews)
    ModerateBarbeque, Soul Food
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    Moderate noise
    Good for kids

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    FATBOX (PORK) Collard Greens Mac and Cheese
    Teryl R.

    Get there before they close for the season. you won't regret it appreciate them running a special during these tough times. The fat box was more than enough food for myself to have leftovers as well. Ribs were cooked to perfection. Sides portions were not stingy with the line as long as it was the customer service was extremely nice and patience.

    Pork ribs greens Mac and cheese
    Heather H.

    It was everything I was told it would be the good is just good good good good Good service Good food I'm going back again and again and again and again

    Seafood salad
    Kyla G.

    So wait time outta this world 45mins-1hr. So i ended up picking ready made stuff. I got the seafood salad which should be called shrimp salad. Wasn't too tasty 3/5 and that's being generous. The slice of sweet potato pie wasn't too sweet definitely tasty though 4/5. Place is small you will have to wait outside

    Seafood salad
    Rachelle R.

    I drove 50 minutes to try Rolling Rib after hearing good things, but unfortunately, my experience was underwhelming from start to finish. Despite arriving just in time for my scheduled pickup after a 60-minute wait, my food was cold. I ordered the beef ribs, mac and cheese, and greens. The beef ribs were mostly fat, and they were short ribs not the meaty beef ribs I expected. The mac and cheese was very dry, and the greens lacked flavor entirely. The seafood salad was especially disappointing more like a shrimp noodle salad. It was basically a bowl of pasta with mayo, only 3 large shrimp and 3 small ones. It should be called a shrimp salad, not seafood salad. The strawberry lemonade was extremely sweet some might enjoy that, but it was too much for me. After the long drive, long wait, and high expectations, I was truly disappointed. I really wanted to like this place, but the quality didn't live up to the hype.

    FATBOX (PORK)
    Kimber V.

    We stopped by after work on a Friday. This was my first time here. The parking lot was full and cars are parked on the side of the road near the restaurant. Some of the items we wanted to order, turkey wings and beef bbq, were sold out. I ordered a Fat Box for $13. I was told the wait would be 20 minutes. Well, an hour later my number was finally called!!! Now I know why so many people were sitting in their cars. This place has a loyal following and the food and prices are well worth the wait. Check this place out. You will not be missed. Get there early if you can.

    Combo platter
    Shawn W.

    This place closes in the winter and recently opened the last week of March. This was my first time here as I went there during their closed hours. Apparently I was not the only one unaware of the seasonal closing because another car pulled up as I was there. The line was about 20 people deep and from the ear hustling many were happy that it was open and surprised at the number of people waiting. It must be a thing with bbq places where they make you wait. Once I got in I knew exactly what I was going for. There is an item called a fat box ($13) that comes with ribs, two wings, choice of roll or sweet muffin and a side which the spouse went with. I went with the combo platter that came with two choices of meats, two sides, coleslaw, and choice of bread. For the two meats I decided with the spicy chopped pork and pork ribs accompanied by collard greens and mac n cheese. For $25 I think this combo platter was a great deal. The portions were of good size as it was lunch and eventually dinner. The chopped spicy pork was good and had a nice kick to it that was not trying to destroy your mouth. I see myself going back specifically to get this in the future. The ribs were decent and I believe I got four or five of them on top of the chopped pork. They must have cut mines from the middle of the rack. No edge pieces that would make you mad in my order. The mild sauce on the side added a nice flavor and I am the type to get sauce on the side to make sure it is not trying to cover some issues with the ribs. Whoever in the back cooking the greens I can tell they like putting a little sugar in their greens. Now for some this is a point of contention like putting sugar in grits. Personally as long as you don't go overboard with it I am fine with a little sugar in the greens. When I got home of course I splashed a little hot vinegar on it. The mac n cheese was real mac n cheese and had that nice light browning on the edge. Light browning, not burnt So this place is only open Friday to Sunday for limited hours. There are Sunday specials so go online and check them out. I will be going back to sample some of the other goods but I know now to either order online or call it in. Still if you look at the online menu it does not match up with the selection on the menu at the physical location. The wait is not bad but might as well use the tools available. If you get there while busy the parking lot can get cramped but you should be able to find a spot.

    Strawberry lemonade
    Sharon H.

    The best beef ribs that I've had in a minute. Was expecting at least one whole rib vs pieces. Cabbage and cornbread very tasty as well. Strawberry lemonade is thirst quenching. I wanted some seafood salad but it only comes in one size. You won't regret the visit but the wait and parking is another issue.

    Rib Pork Tips platter
    Latonya H.

    Can opening da y after waiting months for them to open back up and I must say it was well worth the wait. Rolling Ribs has been my go to for 9 years and the food is always amazing. The cashier is always friendly. I must say when you come don't be in a hurry because it takes time for them to complete orders. You can order ahead online if you choose. But just know the food is worth the wait.

    Rib dinner with 2 sides
    Meke C.

    I stopped by on a busy Friday evening, the wait wasn't bad...especially when you know the food gonna hit just right. Gonna always return when I'm in the area. Always clean, and I love the upgrades in the restaurant

    Fried Pork Chops(2)
    Orquidea R.

    Stumbled upon this place looking for some bbq while in that area. Service was quick but attendant was not personable and she seemed very bothered by questions being asked about the menu. Those questions needed to be asked because unfortunately items that we were ordering they were out of. This was a Sunday early in the day. Lots of people coming through. Desserts in a window that you can't order because they are already accounted for for those online/pick up orders, then they shouldn't be visible to your customers. The waiting area seemed crowded and not the best of system wihen calling out the orders. Mine was never called, I waited a bit and when I see the people that ordered after me get their items, I went up and my bag was sitting there all along, but I was told to wait for my number to be called. Food was tasty, could have used more in the portion. It all was just ok.

    Mickei M.

    I've been here 3 times since they opened this season. The way this place has me in a choke hold for the summer! This food is soooo dang good! Potato salad is top tier. Baked beans are perfectly sweet and bbq style. Collards and cabbage made exactly like Thanksgiving time. The pecan and lemon pound cakes....so moist and yummy. Plus they give u a huge slice. Overall portions are generous and that is truly underrated this day and age! The only things that I ordered which I didn't like was the fried fish and the strawberry lemonade. Overall this is one of the best places I've eaten at since I relocated to Upper Marlboro! It is so freakin delicious!

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    9 months ago

    The food is excellent! The ribs are tender, the greens are delicious and the Mac and cheese is on point.

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    2 years ago

    The ribs are good the greens are good and the sweet potato pies are especially the banana pudding made like my mom did

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    3 years ago

    Great food for a change up and it's local. Highly recommend it to everyone in the area looking for barbecue.

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    3 years ago

    Don't feel like cooking Sunday dinner go here! You'll thank me later Ribs are bomb!!!!

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    Good food, Good service, Great business! I like just about everything on the menu. Keep up the good work

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    3.8
    (650 reviews)
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