Barbecue cuisine: the best places to taste it in Washington DC

"Great barbecue! Absolutely loved the brisket! The sweet-sour pickles were great too. Joe, chief hog smoker, was very helpful and recurrent when I..."

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King Rib Bbq

"My family and I stumbled upon this place en route to a day cruise. We tried the ribs, chicken, turkey leg, and chicken breast. A previous reviewer..."

Susan Stahler

"I can speak to the delicious succulent meaty spare ribs cooked to perfection and the BBQ sauce is a combination of tangy and spicy. Wish they were..."

Dwan Edwards

"Here's how tempting these were. My husband and I already had dinner but we had to try them. Delicious, juicy, meaty. The people working there were..."

Cathy R

"Best BBQ in town.... Not overly expensive but it's worth the price regardless. The sauce is..."

Reginald Hardy

"Awesome. A lot of great food for a low low price. Did I say BBQ is..."

suza jay

"Meaty, tender, fall of the bone, just the right charring, excellent..."

Matt Butcher

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Kevin D

"Without a doubt the best ribs I've had in..."

Burchell Wilson

"Best Ribs since Jonny Boys and still the best Jonny Boys fell..."

Daniel Rowe

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"At Xiquet, Danny Lledo personally greets you and you move between a couple of different spaces, which we really enjoyed! Chef Lledo was so..."

Nikki M.

"The service, the food, the wine, and the presentation were all perfect starting from the second we arrived. We were greeted and taken upstairs but..."

Gordon Cummings

"The experience was exceptional. We visited Xiquet for an early Valentine's Day celebration and were lucky to get a seat next to the open kitchen. The..."

Maymay Ditnoy

"The food was excellent. I tried a lot of foods I would not usually order, to push my tastes. The food was excellent. Honestly, the scallop was..."

mikhaela mccullough (Kayla)

"It is clear this restaurant is trying hard for a second Michelin star. The food was divine and so creative. The pacing of dishes was a little slow,..."

Jackie Beckwith

"Can you give more than 5-stars?? Wow - my wife and I finally had a night out and we chose the right place. Every detail (and they pay attention to..."

Clayton Russell

"A very nice restaurant for a unique and attentive experience. Chef Danny and team are warm and welcoming and have created a modern and cozy..."

Kev Grasty

"Hands down the best dining experience I’ve had to date. From beginning to end, every dish was amazing and I could feel the creativity and love put..."

Ryan Miller

"Took a small break from quarantine to try something different with my wife. The safety of the staff, level of service, and quality of food was..."

Jericho Taguas

"Xiquet was amazing! Chef Danny and his team were all so welcoming and excited to have us. The experience stood out from other fine dinning..."

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"I was lucky enough to snag a last minute reservation at Xiquet during an impromptu trip to DC and I was blow away! I’ve stopped in at Slate (the..."

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"Wow!! Last night was amazing 🤩 we had dinner at this restaurant and we were blown away. Not only did the chef come out to greet us, the staff hit..."

Mark Milligan

"Divine! A true gem in the heart of DC, Xiquet is a must-visit for anyone who appreciates exceptional food, impeccable service and an amazing dining..."

Burcu Derkunt

"We had a beautiful anniversary dinner here. It was the perfect place for the occasion. From start to finish, the service, food, and wine was..."

Sarah Chapman

"Wonderful experience and beautiful food. My husband and I had a drink of wine downstairs at slate, very friendly bartender. Went upstairs for some..."

Ginna Q

"My wife and I came to the restaurant as our way of celebrating and also to break up the monotony of COVID life. We were gifted one of the most..."

Morgan Gale

"When good fortune gifted us a parking space at Xiquet’s door, our party felt kismet kissed — a clear signal that we were destined for a birthday..."

Stephanye Loftin

Jammin' Island Bbq

"I loved everything about this restaurant. I ordered jerk chicken, ox tails, and king fish. They also had Jamaican black cake. Taste like a chocolate..."

Ahkeel Atkins

"The food was fresh. We got a: •Small oxtail plate w/rice & peas/Mac/cabbage: Decent serving size for the price. The meat was slightly sweet, the..."

Nee'Col Muhammad

"Must get the brown stew chicken, Jamaican black cake and sour berry juice!!! So so good, the Jamaican cake is like no other cake, so special flavor..."

Sibo Gao

"This place has amazing food. The oxtail was delicious. The Pinapple Ginger drink was amazing. The place has a constant flow of people in and out..."

Gary Grant

"My favorite place to get Jamaican Food. I drove an hour from northern VA 1-2 times a month. The service is great and it’s fast no matter how busy..."

Hannah Williams

"Food was delicious, very fresh. The jerk chicken was smoked to perfection, and there wasn't a lot of sauce smothering the taste of the marinated..."

Malik Davis Bey

"I been eating here for years. I make a 30 minute plus commute for them . Food always taste the same, flavorful, tender and not dry. This the only..."

Miss Lady

"Wow. I was pleasantly surprised by this spot on North Capitol. I got the medium jerk chicken w/ rice & peas and cabbage. Packed with flavor, the dark..."

Solomon O'Shay Lawrence

"We just moved from Brooklyn where we eat Caribbean food all the time. This food was the best West Indian food I had since moving. I wish they gave..."

Joherra Harris

"I've come to this place multiple times to know that they're good, but I always forget to review them. They're a good Jamaican restaurant that serves..."

Christian Moon

"Oxtail with the rice and peas was amazing. Plus I had the jerk chicken wings Everything was fresh and amazing tasted phenomenal. Do not sleep on..."

Branden brown

"So I didn't take pictures because my food looked and smelled so amazing I just wanted to devour it. On 3/25/22 I ordered a large curry goat extra..."

Jamie B

"I use to go here before the upgrage to a restaurant years ago. The food was better then. I got the combo platter for $26. There was more rice than..."

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Federalist Pig

88/100 (1567 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Got the BBQ platter for 2 with brisket, pork belly, ribs, Mac n cheese and brussel sprouts. Highly recommend! The meats were smoked to perfection..."

Sarah Wannamaker Karpie

"FIRST-RATE BBQ EXPERIENCE - Thoroughly enjoyed an Easter lunch during our first visit here,... Pulled pork, brisket, rib tips, and lamb were all..."

Michael Grant

"This was my first time there and believe me, it definitely won't be the last. Everything from the food, the service, the employees was on point. I..."

Paul Saavedra

"That was the best BBQ I've ever had! I inadvertently forgot to get sauce with my take out and didn't miss it for one second because everything was so..."

Winsome Eustace

"I went there last night and had the sampler platter (brisket, pork shoulder, and chicken). The meats were delicious and had a nice smoked flavor...."

John Norton

"This is amazing. Seriously. I lived in Memphis for 6 years and was a BBQ foodie before that was a term. I went to every single BBQ place in the..."

Shaun Dakin

"Being from Texas, I have high brisket standards. This brisket does not disappoint. By far the best I've had in the area. Must..."

Christopher Pick

"Meat, Brussel sprouts and Mac were on point! It also has a super chill atmosphere and fun-loving but really attentive staff for a truly awesome..."

Leigh Genetti Byers

"Husband and I were in DC visiting from Tennessee. We came across Federalist Pig while looking for nearby places to eat. We were not disappointed!..."

Claudia Bergheger

"The best bbq I have ever had. Pork belly was the best. We will be back for..."

Jessica Hogan Sinclair

"Just amazing. Friendly and warm staff, amazing meat, and even better banana pudding. One cup of the pudding was not..."

Brooke Sant

"What da f**k....i’ve never eaten and ever i will do a brisket and ribs like these one!!! Thank you for your amazing..."

Mario Marzoli

"Best barbecue in DC! Hands down! The staff is great! Very friendly. The rotating menu never disappoints. You must go if you love..."

Dave Wakeman

"Friendly staff, great food! A true neighborhood gem!! 2 genuine foodies from..."

Vincent Luckel

"I really love this place. Fancy dining it is not, but really great BBQ isn't fancy, its just good. Don't miss the brussel sprouts! So, SO..."

Scott Neitzke

"First time experience and the food was amazing. Had the opportunity to meet the owner Rob. Additionally, it's always a treat supporting local and..."

Felicia Evans Long Mba

"One of the best restaurants I've visited. Everything here has a little BBQ or grilled hint to it. The Mac n Cheese is to die for, incredibly creamy,..."

Kayla Meyer

"Really solid BBQ with good portions. The sauces are incredible compliments to the meal. Cannot recommend the Sticky Garlic sauce enough. Wish they..."

Jacob Fix

"We were greeted immediately by welcoming/knowledgeable team members which was great!! We ordered the feed the family meal and it was excellent!! The..."

Jon Stewart

"Outstanding bbq. Food came out very quickly (7 minutes) at around 7pm so very surprising. The meat just fell off the bone. Will definitely be coming..."

Daniel Taylor-Fowles

"I just flew in from Orlando, and my sister invited me to the Federalist Pig restaurant. The atmosphere was fantastic. The service was incredible. I..."

Mr. M. Watson

"For BBQ was great. Atmosphere great for BBQ place. But real BBQ place brew their tea and not bottled. Nevertheless all was..."

PeterJoseph

"If BBQ greets you before you enter the restaurant you know your belly is going to pleased. I had the opportunity to try a little bit of everything..."

The Munch Travelogue

"Delicious! The dino bone beef rib was perfect (and gigantic), loved the bbq fries, Brussels sprouts, and mac. Will return..."

Mike Rucki

"Overall solid barbecue but looks can be slightly deceiving. The burnt ends, pulled pork and loaded fries were the best things they had but I was..."

Will Pinto

"Great food for reasonable prices and a wide selection of sauces. The service could be a bit..."

jp remssem

"Federalist Pig, a "hole in the wall" kind of a place is definitely a great option for a fantastic BBQ. We were impressed specially by the superb..."

Philippe Jacques Kradolfer

"Still one of the best places for bbq and sandwiches in the city. Their sticky garlic sauce is addictive and the guys’ service is awesome. A..."

Felipe Montoya Pino

"Staff are super welcoming! Always a great experience. The crispy brussels and cauliflower are the stuff of dreams. And greasy, fatty, flavorful..."

David Brown

"Best BBQ in DMV? If someone knows a better spot I'm down to try it. I was skeptical but proven wrong. The sauces are out of this world,..."

Chi Kang

Fogo De Chao Brazilian Steakhouse

87/100 (9123 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Perfect service, amazing food, atmosphere and all... it is known as an expensive restaurant but totally worth it. If you go for lunch on weekdays is..."

Juliana Drolhe

"Fantastic food, amazing staff. Great experience, even with the kiddos along, will recommend and go again whenever..."

Jennifer Green Chaudhary

"Everything was absolutely amazing. The prime beef was by was the best cut of meat. I love this..."

Tatiana Ramos

"Been to several of these. Never before have I received the portion sizes the gave here. Good was great as always. Manager was also great. Very..."

Sean Pelphrey

"we had a large party there Sunday night food was amazing and the service especially Anna was superb she was attentive not obtrusive our waters never..."

Kalel Rojas

"Great food and service! Shout-out to our waitress, Baily! Wine Wednesday was a great surprise too! Best known for its endless meat servings but I..."

Sandra McMahon

"As always the food was amazing! Wait staff went above and beyond. Absolutely love this place and can’t wait to go..."

Kelly Cerreta

"This place deserves nothing but 5 stars. Today was my second time here. The service was just outstanding, the salad bar was amazing, the meats kept..."

Lorenzo Schenk

"Great service delicious food everything that we had lamb, chicken, steak and sausage meat was seasoned just right even the salad was so good . It was..."

Sarah McCaa-Collins

"I love this place! The food is excellent and the wait staff is even..."

Treva Jones Ball

"The food was amazing The service was prompt, friendly and the food was non ending until you had enough The flan was out of this..."

Omi Jones

"Delicious food and amazing service Highly..."

Marie Ines Astacio-Arroyo

"I took 100 Spanish 2 students to the DC Fogo de Chao location on Bring your Child to Work Day. The students were overwhelmed with the delicious..."

Nicole Santiago

"As has been the case with other locations the food was excellent and the staff was attentive and very..."

Chris Phelan

"It’s beautiful dining ... it’s the best of the..."

Ibrahim Dorgham

"It's a feel good restaurant! The Market table is full of delicious and super fresh quality food. I ordered a Sea Bass plate, it was super..."

CM F.

"I had the pleasure of dining at Fogo De Chao for the first time, and it was truly a delightful experience. The service was not only exceptionally..."

Eleonora Tsui

"We did the Churrasco experience. This location was $71.99 per person, some other fogo's are around $60 per person FOOD- We started by choosing our..."

Jasmine Kim

"Great food with excellent service. This is a Brasílian bbq style restaurant where you can order several variations of meats all you can eat that..."

Chris Webster

"Great location to meet with friends near White House. I have worked near this restaurant for a while and I've been there twice and each time it was..."

Serra Karacam

"Impressive dining experience. I am glad after five years to be able to dine a Fogo de Chao with my Girlfriend. I salad bar was great, large..."

Wayne Pinkham

"I had the pleasure to have some steak at this outstanding restaurant. I try to go to a fogo everytime I go on vacation. This one had the best..."

Tom Dutkiewicz

"My husband and I had a great experience the food was good...some things I didn't care for as well as some things were overcooked and charred. salad..."

Ladee Jay

"The food was delicious, but the service was even better! Everyone was very attentive, but I have to call special attention to Lily. When we ordered..."

Devin

"Very chill atmosphere, the servers were amazing and polite, food was excellent! Highly recommend this place if you have the money to..."

Ellie

"My partner and I went in on a Monday afternoon. It was perfect, and our server Caroline was A1! When she was a little busy, at least 5 other..."

Mickey Mesgana

"Always excellent cuts and super fresh salad bar. Beef was very well seasoned. Salad bar was fresh and loaded up. Always a great..."

Waylon Jones

"It was delicious. Lamb was perfect. Very nice and professional..."

Dorota Kozłowska

"I couldn't ask for more from the staff. They were all so much fun and I had an amazing time. G.M or owner should be proud of this establishment. The..."

Junior Lewalski

"As always the salad bar never disappoints! They put these pickled jalapeños out there that are just phenomenal. This location does not bring the..."

David Moulder

"We loved the food. Everything was fresh and the choices of meat were amazing. I loved my birthday dessert as..."

Alex Radovic

"Went yesterday at 6 with my gf & it was a perfect experience. Some key points: The waiters were attentive & knowledgeable about every dish..."

Miguel Romero

"We love celebrating at Fogo but today they went above and beyond for us today! Our friends joined us for the first time and the staff was so..."

Basia Sikora

"Interesting restaurant, meat is worn by waiters and immediately cut to the client at will on a plate. You can eat as much as you want, then you just..."

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Pearl Street Warehouse

"The concert was amazing, the bar staff was great and the drinks were great too! Prices are average to bars in any big city. Only comment is that I..."

emma k

"It was my first time at this venue. Loved everything about it. Nicely set. Cozy. Great sound. And seeing an upcoming young artist like Giacomo Turra..."

Braulio Castillo

"Pearl street warehouse is a nice intimate venue. Visited this establishment on August 20th 2023 to see Arise Roots. Had a great time! The food wasn't..."

Lonetta Hines

"Great sound system for the live music, we attended for a private event. Had a bourbon and wine tasting followed by a work convention welcome event..."

Carrie Derr Mason (Carrie)

"Very cool venue for live music. Great sound and lighting. Parking pretty much only possible in a nearby parking garage. Good beer selections,..."

Tim Justice

"We held a closed event here for a reunion and the place delivered everything we expected, from security to bar services to the music, sound,..."

Sanjay Singh

"Neat concert venue with food and drinks at the Wharf! Got to see a couple bands and the tickets were about $15. Got the burger which was tasty. Good..."

Josh Griff

"Excellent music venue. Big bar. Big stage friendly..."

Tim Knox

"What a fun time. We met up with friends to see Justin Trawick’s 12th Annual 29th Birthday show. He really put on a great show, and had a great/fun..."

Mike E

"This was my first trip to this venue and let me just say it was an awesome experience! Friendly staff, quick service, and nice little outdoor area..."

Nick O'Hara

"Very nice small/intimate venue for live music with bar. Good sound system..."

Ric Clark

"I attended a company event that reserved the whole place. They setup karaoke with a live band. They opened their bar, had indoor and outdoor seating..."

Nick Villanti

"Nice place. I didn't get a chance to explore the food and drink but stage is hard to see at some points. There is a TV to see every which is good. I..."

Phil B

"Very cool venue for a get-together. We had a reunion here recently and everything was awesome. The music, drinks and the venue were perfect. ..."

JAGDEEP SINGH BHATIA

"Amazing venue for a show, food was ok. Solid drink selection. burger and fries were good, wings were lower quality and..."

Rob C

"Gorgeous intimate space, perfect sound quality, beautiful location, awesome seating, amazing staff!! But the food we ordered (chicken tenders,..."

Alegna

"Amazing spot on the Wharf. Even if you’re not into the live music scene, you can enjoy their simple and delicious food, which is served by an..."

Andre Bierzynski

"What's not to like besides the price of parking? $17 for under 2 hours. Okay, the venue is quaint. The food was very tasty. The staff was super..."

Terry Cox

"Super friendly service. Easy to miss since it's off the main drag but you'll be able to follow the music in the summer when their garage door style..."

John Turnmire

Dcity Smokehouse

85/100 (2056 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Every time my husband and I come from Ohio we stop here for a meal . Food is excellent but here is the kicker . We went yesterday about 6pm the..."

SHICA Laster

"Delicious brisket and daiquiris! Mac & Cheese had some spice to it which I thought was unnecessary Enjoyed the baked beans which also were amped..."

Morgan Dixon (The L & T MD)

"Great place for watching sports and grabbing a bite to eat. The service și fast and the food is good. The portions are really big. It's also good..."

Mircea Ciuciu

"My home girl AskAboutMii invited me out to DCity Smokehouse for a drink and a bite to eat..I must say the atmosphere is amazing 🤩🙌🏽 thank..."

BlkPearl Kee

"We had the family platter.. overall good flavors. First time having rib tips. They were okay a bit heavy on the smoke but not super tender. I'd..."

Derek Pipher

"I've been to all the major BBQ hubs of the U.S (Memphis, KC, Texas, North Carolina, etc) and this place does far more than hold its own, it's easily..."

Trevor Schantz

"Tried their SE location. The two gentlemen there were extremely helpful, professional and welcoming. The brisket was delicious, and the mac and jack..."

Candice N

"AMAZING!!! (The brisket was just a little dry but aside from that CHEFS KISS!) The wings were amazing, the Mac n cheese was JUST OK but still paired..."

BillionDollar Ced

"This is my favorite spot to go to on a Friday, Saturday night with the girls. My oldest daughter and I come here anytime she comes home on her..."

Kiema Williams

"Great tasting food. The ribs very tender and the wings have a sweet and smokey taste. I highly recommend this place to those that love good..."

Larry Thorne Jr

Rocklands Barbeque And Grilling Company

85/100 (1566 ratings)

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Street Parking

Wheelchair Accessible

Accepts Discover

Serves Alcohol

Wine and Beer

Free off-street parking

"Chill atmosphere to enjoy some great BBQ!! Excellent thin sliced bbq beef brisket!! The pulled bbq chicken was good, a little dry but add some bbq..."

Jonny Loero

"The pork ribs were amazingly tender and had a great flavor. The sides were great. Top notch..."

Richard Dormer

"We were visiting the DC area and looking for a good place to get barbecue and saw Rocklands online and thought we would give it a try. So glad we did..."

Stephanie Cleghorn

"Fantastic ribs and brisket!!! Customer service was excellent. Definitely plan on..."

J Davis

"Amazing!!!! Was looking for bbq and decided to try this place out because it was pretty close and did I get lucky! Wow!!! The brisket was amazing!..."

Rodney Atwell

"Delicious food in an awesome Ambiente. Staff is very friendly and attentive. Definitely coming back..."

Max Sch

"Visiting DC area,my son told me I had to have the “Rockland Pearl”. Mac n cheese, chopped pork, baked beans, all in a cup. It was as delicious..."

Michael B

"This was my first time trying Rocklands and I was very impressed. I’m more of a Texas-style BBQ guy and this was more Carolina style but DELICIOUS...."

Adam Betman

"Update. Great kids menu Allie and friends rocked our hungry world for under $20/ person. First timer here... I was Hungry. Typed in BBQ "top..."

Anna

"Everything that i have ordered from this spot has been delicious. You would not be disappointed. I normally order the three meat platter, the grilled..."

Ashley Aughtry

"Yummy BQ!!! You got it all-baby backs-large pork ribs-monster beef rib. Pulled pork-brisket-chopped Chicken-BQ lamb Killer Chicken wings All the..."

Ralph Alswang

"Walk-up barbeque joint with lots of side options. I got the brisket, broccoli salad, and macaroni and cheese. There's fresh bbq sauce, pickles,..."

Vern Rogers

"Solid western Carolina style bbq. Friendly and efficient staff. Great experience. As an Alabama girl, I’m always a little hesitant of bbq outside..."

Kristen Goode

"The food is a 10/10! I had previously given Rockland's a 4/5 but I am changing my review because they fixed the long wait times during dine in...."

Noah Duran

"Great food at a great price— cashier was friendly, they have tasty sauces and other toppings that went well with the sandwich. Would go again if I..."

Mark R

Fat Pete's Bbq

84/100 (3857 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Walked by while going to the zoo while on vacation. Stop in for a bite to eat on a whim. It was the best meal we had during our entire stay in DC!..."

Carrie Hansen Wright

"Great barbecue place. Best I've been to so far. For appetizers we got the wings and the ABTs (a twist on jalapeño poppers) and the ABTS were..."

Rachel Thomson

"Easily the best BBQ in DC. I have been to this place numerous amounts of times trying something different each time. My all time favorite if the..."

Michael Roy

"I stopped in with my wife and friends for happy hour, we had the waffle fries and sliders (pulled pork, brisket, and smoke turkey). The food was..."

Gerard Smith

"Killer BBQ and Drinks! Staff is awesome, food was fantastic. The Pastrami is the best in town. Great job to the..."

Matthew Deaton

"Service and food was both great. I will definitely return on another trip to our nations capital. Wish I could have brought it back to..."

Mark Kidd

"Great food and our server Pedro was exceptional! We just arrived in DC after traveling 7 hours from NY and we were starving. We lucked out!..."

Bruce Steinberg

"I had the end burnt piece of the beef brisket and baby back ribs at Fat Pete's Barbecue. The food and the service were..."

Kelly Nugent

"Ambience was great, food fantastic, a home run,slam dunk and touchdown all in one. Highly..."

Michael Thompson

"Awesome pulled pork and pulled chicken. My husband said it was the best brisket he has ever had. Friendly staff, nice atmosphere and amazing Cookie..."

Candace Good

"We've loved Cleveland Park Bar & Grill for years, and were so excited to hear that the owners were opening Fat Pete's. We went last night and it..."

Jonathan Havens

"Service was friendly and prompt. The brisket was out of this world. Some of the best BBQ I've had, ranks up there with joints in BBQ towns like..."

Jamie Hausler

"Recently went there while in DC on business. This is some of the best BBQ I have ever had & the service was above & beyond. I would recomend this..."

James Collins

"Really great food we happened to pass by and take a chance on. Best BBQ! Great wait..."

Kelly McGroarty Jordan

"Had lunch without five kids and brother after a trip to the zoo. It was amazing—great and friendly service and such delicious food! Food..."

Jack Kruse

"I Loved this place. The platters are a decent price, the draught beers and mixdd drinks are on point. The service was outstanding and friendly. ..."

Meistro7

"Brisket sandwich was authentic Texas BBQ, tender and well rubbed with spices. Hot BBQ sauce was good. Sides of fries and hush puppies were good. ..."

Jim Milton

"For DC this is four star Texas style bbq. Anywhere else three stars. The meat has flavor which is good, the problem is the way it is cooked and what..."

Adam Riemer

"I had a bulk order of 40 platters and everything came out perfect. They went above and beyond and packaged them individually as I was delivering to..."

Streetsmart

"We met Skinny Pete and Little Fat Pete. Very friendly guys. Walked in and greeted right away. Customer quick and fast. Food was good and plenty of..."

104DaysofGoodMusic

"First time here, left with an overall good impression. Good food and attentive staffs. I do recommend the double smoked pork belly bites, a good..."

Jason Lin

"Fat Pete is a whisky encyclopedia. Seriously you come here for the BBQ (which is itself pretty good especially for DC) but you stay for this man's..."

Steven Kraft

"Very subtle place. Clean design and easy access, near the national zoo. Food is solid for a bbq place. For me I had the brisket melt sandwich with a..."

Van Norn

"This was my second visit and I again was happy with my food choice. It was..."

Chups Hende

"Atmosphere and Ambiance is neat, comfortable and has the typical american bar style. The restaurant appears super clean. Servers are pleasant and..."

Christian Mai

"Very nice place for BBQ 🍗🍖. A bit dark for me during rhe day. A full wall of TVs ( baseball, indy car , English’s premiere league) on the..."

José FERREIRO (ホセフェレイロ)

"We hired Fat Pete's BBQ as our wedding caterer, and you guys... let me tell you HOW MANY COMPLIMENTS WE GOT!! Everyone was gushing about how good our..."

Roxie Brown

The Bbq Joint

Wheelchair Accessible

Mid-range

"I got bbq (medium) brisket, baked beans, and corn bread. Brisket was really good, I would get it again. The flavors messed well together and the..."

Andrea M

"I'm eating at the Union Market location for the first time today. OMG! I never like anyone's cornbread. Yours is the BOMB! Pulled pork is juicy. And..."

Tina Nelson

"Catered Simple Lunch for 250 people Awesome. Hot food was delivered in a hot box and we had one BBX employee keep the food on the line all for a..."

Wells Turnage

"A little pricey but great brisket. The brisket sandwich lunch deal is the way to go. Amazing baked..."

J Schultz

"Wow! Please don't waste time reading these reviews, just get there ASAP and eat...."

Dominic Kirby

"Crazy good BBQ with the best service in the..."

Gabriel Shapiro

Enrico Weeks

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KICKBALL LEAGUES Of maryland

Blooming Onion / Dc City Smokehouse

84/100 (1708 ratings)

Restaurants

Barbecue

"Every time my husband and I come from Ohio we stop here for a meal . Food is excellent but here is the kicker . We went yesterday about 6pm the..."

SHICA Laster

"Delicious brisket and daiquiris! Mac & Cheese had some spice to it which I thought was unnecessary Enjoyed the baked beans which also were amped..."

Morgan Dixon (The L & T MD)

"Great place for watching sports and grabbing a bite to eat. The service și fast and the food is good. The portions are really big. It's also good..."

Mircea Ciuciu

"My home girl AskAboutMii invited me out to DCity Smokehouse for a drink and a bite to eat..I must say the atmosphere is amazing 🤩🙌🏽 thank..."

BlkPearl Kee

"We had the family platter.. overall good flavors. First time having rib tips. They were okay a bit heavy on the smoke but not super tender. I'd..."

Derek Pipher

"I've been to all the major BBQ hubs of the U.S (Memphis, KC, Texas, North Carolina, etc) and this place does far more than hold its own, it's easily..."

Trevor Schantz

"Tried their SE location. The two gentlemen there were extremely helpful, professional and welcoming. The brisket was delicious, and the mac and jack..."

Candice N

"AMAZING!!! (The brisket was just a little dry but aside from that CHEFS KISS!) The wings were amazing, the Mac n cheese was JUST OK but still paired..."

BillionDollar Ced

"This is my favorite spot to go to on a Friday, Saturday night with the girls. My oldest daughter and I come here anytime she comes home on her..."

Kiema Williams

"Great tasting food. The ribs very tender and the wings have a sweet and smokey taste. I highly recommend this place to those that love good..."

Larry Thorne Jr

Smoke And Barrel

83/100 (2031 ratings)

"Great service and atmosphere downstairs. The menu is really good value. The food was delicious and it really would be good to try more. It was so..."

David Vincent

"This not a healthy place to eat. But if you want great food, decent prices, and a great vibe then this is definitely your spot! We actually ordered..."

La Tisha Parkinson

"I’m casually scrolling through one of my social media feeds looking at different delectable foods. I come across a bbq joint that says they have a..."

Larry “Big Schlim” Mcleod

"I would have taken photos but um it was really, really good and I'm sure you don't want to see the plate of my rib bones. Service was amazing! Thank..."

Jacqueline Young

"This place proves that you can totally enjoy vegan barbecue! The vegan sampler is a must try: pork, turkey, pepper steak and wings, all seasoned..."

Ioana Balas

"I love this place! I had their vegan wings almost 5 years ago and was blown away. They were just as good today. Best vegan wings I've had anywhere in..."

Emily Jensen

"The best staff around and really great food. As a vegetarian, I love being able to participate in BBQ here. Dante and Steve behind the bar are super..."

Christina Helain

Pitmaster Back Alley

"Wow! Ladies and gentlemen, you have to be Houdini to find this place. Thank God I had one next to me. It was in our backyard and we had no idea. We..."

irfan ozarslan

"THE FOOD HERE IS AWESOME, THE MEAT IS TENDER AND MOIST. IF YOUR IN THE DC AREA YOU'VE GOTTA TRY THIS GUYS FOOD OUT. REALLY COOL LAID BACK PPL, ITS..."

TIM

"Take out place only. Great delicious meats. Sometimes they forget to include a side. Some items require 2 hour lead time. You can buy sodas the or..."

Al G Nau

"Place is definitely hard to find, but you admittedly feel rewarded when you do find it. Staff is friendly and gave extra bbq sauce when asked. Got..."

Patrick Young

"Excellent service. The brisket was nice and tender and the bun was exceptional. Sidewinder fries were good. I like to eat adventuresome, so I tried..."

Doug Wittich

"Hard to find, but worth the adventure!!. 5 of us ordered take out; brisket sandwiches, pork shoulder sandwiches, and wings. Everything was..."

Scott Clifford

"Loved it. The beef brisket is a little fatty but that's where the flavor resides. I don't like wedge fries. I love these! I would put heat in the..."

Aaron Angeles

"Very good barbecue (with one caveat— see below): meaty, excellent quality beef and pork, tender, generous portions, fairly priced and promptly..."

Leanne Tobias

"This food is some of the best I've eaten in my entire life... I mean wow wow weeewow level amazing. I just got the Carolina pork shoulder sandwich..."

Salaam Mufti

"Not only was the food really good, the gentleman working the night we ordered through a delivery 3rd party kindly and very generously brought the..."

Jamie Wall

"Polite, efficient staff. Menu is delicious. Portions are substantial. The roasted Perch is great ... just tge right amount of flour, not overdone..."

AJMDF LOCA

"The food is absolutely incredible, albeit on the pricey side. All I can say is, it's worth totally it. My favorite thing on the menu has got to be..."

Jonny Morales

"I've been here for lunch a couple of times and I've no complaints about the food. It is a bit on the pricey side though. You may enjoy their unique..."

Jim P

Capitol Grounds Cafe

"Discovered this gem on my first day of work in the area and was thrilled to discover they had Korean selections in addition to the traditional deli..."

Evelyn Luna

"Pineapple smoothie. Bacon and egg croissant and homefries. So good. So fresh. So worth..."

DMV Girl

"Best deli in the city beats any fast casual joint by a mile. Owner is super friendly and the food is..."

Carl Fisher

"They make a great breakfast sandwich and the owner is very friendly! It's nice to sit on the sidewalk chairs when the weather is nice and take in the..."

Kenan Dogan

"Their breakfast is delightful! I've had two of their breakfast sandwiches and the platter. And I love the bibimbap! Beef was juicy and well cooked so..."

Pedro Enamorado

"Great place. Great food. Great staff. Great ownership. I eat here several times a week. Their breakfast sandwich is 3x better than McDonalds. I love..."

Reid Maki

"Spicy pork bibimbap is fantastic! The new owner has done a great job keeping what was great, and improving this cafe gem! Lots of improvements are..."

Roman Joe

"Quickly served yet delicious and view from outdoor seats is real..."

Patrick P

"In the sea of overpriced and chain restaurants near Farragut North, this restaurant shines. Delicious breakfast sandwiches and heaping bibimpap bowls..."

Jossie Sapunar

"Run by overly nice people! She seemed to be really excited that I knew about Korean food beyond kimchi and bulgogi. Bibimbap doesn't disappoint, and..."

Diana Liao

"I waited 20 minutes out of my 30 minute lunch for a western omelette with bacon.. and when I got to work I realized it was a veggie omelette with..."

Kevin Escobar

"Love to stop in for bibimbap with bulgogi - great price and generous portions. Prices for some things like chips and other snacks can be high, but..."

Elisabeth Johnson-Crawford

"Wow👏🏾 first time eating from here - I usually avoid eating out due to food allergies but I'm impressed & very grateful! I called to customize..."

Pam Masango

"This is special that C G C will launch on may 1st Taiwanese specializing Niurou main ( beef noodle soup ) go check it..."

Jin Hong

Garden District

Wheelchair Accessible

"Good beer and very good food � I really liked the place and the..."

Ana Bueno Chaves

"Great bbq, cold beer and awesome environment. Great hangout spot to celebrate "Saturdays are for the..."

Lucas Villalobos Gonzalez

"Hands down my favorite place in the city. The service is always spot on and the food is amazing. Keep up the amazing..."

David Shams

"Best Cold Beer in Town!!!! Burgers we're perfection! Good energy..."

Martín Juarez

"Trendy/ hipster cozy local garden pub, ideal for sunny days. Prices a bit expensive. Staff nice and polite. Atmosphere amazing. The place is small..."

Ellh Chris

"We dined at the Garden District and liked the atmosphere. The tables are outdoor, but they also have heaters for the cooler weather. The brisket is..."

Northern Virginia

"Garden District always delivers: consistently excellent food, beer, wine, service, and atmosphere. Also very dog-friendly. They serve up some of the..."

Britt Van

"Great spot to grab some delicious eats and a decent beer before hitting a show at the Black Cat. Folks here are very nice, even if service is a bit..."

Saminda Wijegunawardena

"Outside dining area right on the street so you get to experience the city vividly. It's very convenient to pay separately as you can create..."

Bacon

"Nice atmosphere and tasty food. Really enjoyed the fried chicken..."

Hugh Welch

"Stopped by to grab a quick bite. Ordered the 'standard burger' basket. Expected the nothing special from a $12 meal in DC. But wow, this was the..."

Callum Sankey

"Fantastic food. The brisket is incredible and the Mac and cheese was awesome. They have great fries, the pulled pork, Cole slaw, and bbq beans are..."

Gregory Fox

"Came for the beer and outdoor seating, keep coming back for the BLT and lovely staff (and the beer and outdoor seating). Everyone who works there is..."

Sarah Feliu

"I was very happy with the quality of the sausage I ordered and they serve HB so the beer was great. I just wish it was a few dollars..."

Mark

Standard

82/100 (1162 ratings)

"Trendy/ hipster cozy local garden pub, ideal for sunny days. Prices a bit expensive. Staff nice and polite. Atmosphere amazing. The place is small..."

Ellh Chris

"We dined at the Garden District and liked the atmosphere. The tables are outdoor, but they also have heaters for the cooler weather. The brisket is..."

Northern Virginia

"Garden District always delivers: consistently excellent food, beer, wine, service, and atmosphere. Also very dog-friendly. They serve up some of the..."

Britt Van

"Great spot to grab some delicious eats and a decent beer before hitting a show at the Black Cat. Folks here are very nice, even if service is a bit..."

Saminda Wijegunawardena

"Outside dining area right on the street so you get to experience the city vividly. It's very convenient to pay separately as you can create..."

Bacon

"Nice atmosphere and tasty food. Really enjoyed the fried chicken..."

Hugh Welch

"Stopped by to grab a quick bite. Ordered the 'standard burger' basket. Expected the nothing special from a $12 meal in DC. But wow, this was the..."

Callum Sankey

"Fantastic food. The brisket is incredible and the Mac and cheese was awesome. They have great fries, the pulled pork, Cole slaw, and bbq beans are..."

Gregory Fox

"Came for the beer and outdoor seating, keep coming back for the BLT and lovely staff (and the beer and outdoor seating). Everyone who works there is..."

Sarah Feliu

"I was very happy with the quality of the sausage I ordered and they serve HB so the beer was great. I just wish it was a few dollars..."

Mark

American Ice Co.

82/100 (1216 ratings)

"Great bartenders, chill atmosphere. Definitely worth a..."

Alexandra Dunbar-Fernández

"I love going to American Ice Company. Always very chill when I get there late. Great bar. Great staff. Great..."

Joseph Michael Jones

"Great place to grab drinks in the neighborhood . Especially If attending the 9:30..."

Kilgo Livingston

"Swachos changed my life forever,..."

Shairy Pabon

"Service was on point! Server was always there to serve us another round of drinks. Water cups filled without asking. Food was great including the..."

Chris Parks

"So glad I stumbled upon this little gem of a place. Not fancy, serves beer in jars, and has some killer brisket and pulled pork. This is a great..."

Annie Conright

"American Ice Company offers a unique setting close to both 9:30, The Atlantis, and the Green Line. We had the nachos, which are legit. It's not one..."

Justin Baird

"Hipster bar filled with hipsters. Chairs without backs, wood decor, and dim lighting. A classic hipster experience. Uncharacteristically, the staff..."

Anthony Sciuto

"Been coming here for almost a decade and couldn't be more glad to have this place in the neighborhood. Okay amount of seating both inside and out,..."

dipika

"American Ice was rightfully popular on Saturday night. They have plenty of indoor and outdoor seating options. The prices are reasonable and the..."

Melissa Barron

"Great place to sit outdoors and enjoy some good beers and cocktails. Dog..."

Wayne Hawkins

"Great spot for beers and grub. Got the swachos and they were very tasty, but can't say the same for the chili (it was just chili). Vibe, beer..."

T S

"Definitely a hip bar with some great patio space (heated as well). Tried their milk stout and the grilled cheese. Their food menu mainly consists of..."

Allison Lau

"Super low key and chill environment. From the outside in you can tell it's a chill spot which was very much appreciated the night we went. Had no..."

Phil Dalencour

"Order the swachos! Enough food for 2-3 to share. They used to serve pitchers, not sure if they still do, but they were a good deal. Nice outdoor..."

JP Poodt

"Love the outdoor patio and that the main bar doors are open in nice weather. The draft beer comes in mason jars and they have good cocktails too. The..."

Anna James

"Solid bar grub. Plenty of veg options. The kale salad was so so good! I also enjoyed taking some of my fiancé’s grilled cheese w pimiento. One of..."

J

"Nice patio and good beer selection. Although I like drinking out of mason jars, I feel like you get less beer for your money. It's a pretty..."

JC Kollmorgen

Fat Pete's Barbecue

Wheelchair Accessible

Dinner

Lunch

Mid-range

"I had a late lunch, so there was no problem getting a seat. The Wednesday $10.99 special was one chicken, one pulled pork and one brisket slider..."

Hilda Kroll

"People are passionate about their BBQ and my reference point is an old mill in Tennessee, in the Appalachian mountains, where they have the most..."

Dennis Bours

"Stopped in one day back in September smelling glorious BBQ as I walked by. Not too hungry, I got the pulled pork sandwich and enjoyed every last..."

John Almquist

"A great new BBQ restaurant in downtown DC. They have a huge variety to choose from - both in terms of meat and sauces - as well as a nice selection..."

Blake Zanardi

"The pulled pork and chopped brisket are my go-to choices. The ribs were a little dry to my taste. The potato salad was amazing. My favorite sauce is..."

Bobby Chan

"Great bbq restaurant for lunch. Meat of choice plus a side and drink is about..."

Greg Wang

"Dam decent brisket, good collard greens & cornbread, all at a fair price. Open till 4 pm like most downtown DC eateries. They have their main..."

Jerry Dauphinee

"Good BBQ in a no-frills setting. The location continues to struggle with logistics (running out of things on the regular), but the food is good, even..."

Benedict Bernstein

"Good BBQ but seems a bit overpriced for what you get. There are not many BBQ options in DC and this place isn't bad. There are only a few tables so..."

Tom

"Good food. But 4 stars because of the wrong business hours posted. I rushed over to get there before they closed 4pm. It was 3:45 and the staff..."

Crystal Fernanders

"Yum, yum, yummy! Great BBQ and fast service. Loved the chopped Brisket! It melts in the..."

Rob Link

The Midlands Beer Garden

80/100 (1176 ratings)

"The atmosphere is wonderful. It is a great place to come drink, dance and socialize. You will receive excellent customer service from everyone and..."

Juliette MsNice T

"I've lived in DC for four years, and Midlands is my favorite bar here. Beer garden style. Great local beer options. Pool. Darts. Fantastic barbecue...."

Tristan Schnader

"The perfect neighborhood beer garden! Great draft selection and the food is solid. Perfect spot to hang with friends or catch a game. So glad to have..."

Dani Paulson

"Super fun place... 🐶 friendly, simple beer garden w/ good vibe & awesome crowd. Bartenders are friendly & they have 🍷 too! ..."

Michelle Sullivan

"The burgers are on point!!! The bartenders are very friendly and there is a great selection of local beers on..."

Addison Bartlett

"great selection of beers and a very friendly staff. fantastic space all around. a welcome addition to the..."

Brock Thompson

"Great place to meet with friends and drink beer!!My sandwich was really tasty and there is live music!!!i will definitely be..."

Nataliya Bettis

"Great place for a beer and live music! Best varieties of..."

Jeffrey Lorback

"Hands down love this place! Not you typical D.C. Bar. Cool people, good conversation, cheap drinks where everyone feels..."

Gregory John Schneider

"I love everything about this beer garden.�from the selection of beers to the live bands and the food is off the..."

Sam Font

"Roomy. Warm, neighborly vibe. Great beer selection. Great screen for big games...."

Matthew Stabley

"One of my favorite bars in the city! I love me some 34 oz. pours of PBR! Far too often bars and beer gardens across the city have a knack for making..."

Shane Chace Dwyer

"Very cool place. Ooozez community watering hole. Social justice folks feel at..."

Michael Leon

"Great beer selection and the staff is awesome! One of my favorite new..."

Jen Newbauer

"This was my second time here. Bartenders are friendly and polite. I dig the atmosphere. They open late in the afternoon and have a large outdoor..."

Victoria Carpenter

"Wonderful place to have drinks. The food is great. Order the gyros, chicken nachos. Amazing. Shout out to Angel, Nebs, and the bar..."

Israel Portillo

"Nice local place to have a beer. There is a yard which makes the place ideal for outside drinking. I didn't like the interior however. Prices $8..."

Ellh Chris

"📍 @midlands_dc Beer Garden, Washington D.C. 🍻 Located just around the corner from the Airbnb I was staying at. This casual watering hole..."

Tony Bowles

"Nifty beer garden. I enjoyed my time here. Decent beer and good selection. Plenty of room inside and outside. I had the chili cheese dogs and they..."

Riley Broderson

"Had a great time at a friends birthday. You can reserve a table and bring your own snacks if you wish! The beer was great — they have a large..."

Cate Vonich

"The outdoor beer garden is an oasis away from the noise of Georgia Ave. With roll-up garage doors, the inside and outside blend together seamlessly...."

Cregan DC

"I really enjoy this space - bartenders are nice, sports are always on, dog friendly, good deals, and spacious inside and outside. Fire pits in the..."

Maria Helena Stalica Galeano

"Delicious rotating menu of beer. I'm an IPA fan but they have a huge range of beers here. Chill vibe. Dogs allowed. Some outdoor furniture needs..."

MiMo OmEarth

"Our plane arrived early and the Airbnb wasn’t quite ready so we brought our stuff and chilled here. The smell of the food was amazing! We enjoyed..."

Karen Elise

"Service is great. Bartender knew me by name on my second visit after having only one beer my first time there a week earlier. Cute ambiance... Needs..."

Mau FiveofSeven

"My two pups and I had a magical time at this patio. The staff were super nice, and the fire pits were cozy. Made us feel very welcome during our..."

Simone T

"This is a fun and cozy place, there’s both outdoor and indoor space to sit and they have bar games like darts. Kids and dogs are welcome. The beer..."

Heleen Raes

"I’m a big fan of this community beer hall. They have 20+ beers on tap, many of which are local. Barkeepers are friendly, diverse, and don’t make..."

Cristina Villegas

"Great indoor/outdoor space. Good selection on draft and all around. Staff was friendly and helpful - actively trying to help people not just waiting..."

Bo Shuff

"Was fun but nothing spectacular. Good deals and great service. Would give it a 5 if I didn't come on a Saturday night as wasn't annoyed by the lines..."

Bharath-Vamsi Gogineni

"Great cute beer garden. Me and my friends loved the beer choices and the cider available. Had tvs with no sound to watch the game but mostly it was..."

Kaizen

"Nice place for hanging out with friends. The patio looks like it'd be very nice in summer. We went in winter, and the indoor was a bit noisy, but not..."

Silvia Merler

"Spectacular food. Great vibe. When we pulled up we second-guessed the recommendation we had received — the area looked a little rough with HEAVY..."

Chris Koens

Dc Korean Bbq Taco Box

Kenny's Bbq Restaurant

"I've never enjoyed much of urban culture and normal foods made to be unique, though I can say that the atmosphere were very respectful and the..."

Deity

"We are so happy that Ellē made our wedding cake. Since our venue was providing dessert as part of a three-course meal to our guests, we wanted a..."

Katie Wallner

"Elle has such a beautiful space to meet up with friends or enjoy solo! Their staff is super friendly and welcoming. I tried their BBQ Tempeh burger..."

Suhey Ortega

"The breakfast sandwich is fantastic!!! And good coffee too. I haven’t eaten dinner here in a long time so I’ll have to come back to dine soon...."

Philippa Pham Hughes

"Fantastic! We loved everything we ordered. The halibut was divine. The vegetable forward options were excellent, and the sourdough bread was..."

David K.

"Be warned! They automatically add a 20% gratuity. I don't understand why restaurants have to do this. Just raise the price of their food. The tip..."

Christopher Lew

"Delicious food! Ellē is a popular breakfast/lunch spot in mt. pleasant that I’ve been wanting to try. We came on a Saturday morning so it was..."

Anushka M

"Great date night spot. Everything we tried was delicious! Service was top..."

Daniel da Silva

"Delightful place. Old diner look and feel but really tastefully prepared food. Staff were simply dressed, very attentive and helpful. The four of us..."

Doug Larsen

"Enjoyed an incredible 4 course dinner and good drink pairings, further complemented with some exceptionally knowledgeable and friendly service. 1st..."

Saminda Wijegunawardena

"Expansive cafe with plenty of seating and unique lattes. I can never resist a good flavored latte and this was the first time I'd seen Peach Cobbler..."

Slex

"Most interesting dining experience. We got the 5-course set menu. Loved the stuffed fish dish! But some of the dishes lack..."

Sabrina H

"Insta @dmv_reels Their coffee is amazing! Love their latte. There is no Wifi in this place. I want to try their lunch/dinner. Awesome local..."

SJ Yoon

"Nice spot to pick up a coffee to go. They have a better feel than Tatte since it’s a local coffee shop/restaurant. My current favorite drink is..."

m rivera

"Ellē is a great place for breakfast! You order at the counter, no problem to find a table. Atmosphere and Ambiance is neat and comfortable. The..."

Christian Mai

"Great experience, super friendly staff—they gave me a baguette for the road as I was leaving too which was interesting. I love that they pay a..."

Susanna Mostaghim

"Moderately priced with excellent food and an intriguing concept. The cocktails were creative and delicious, the bread was fresh and fantastic, and..."

Jacob Sharpe

Washington, Dc

"A small group of us went to Victory Restaurant and Lounge for a last minute brunch plan. The morning of I was easily able to book a reservation for 3..."

Jenn (Jenn)

"I am fr DC and I have been to this place couple times. The interior design is amazing and well decorated with flowers and lighting. The food is okay..."

Sam OB

"Went to brunch here yesterday (5/6/23) with my cousin and one of my friends. The food was pretty good. The service was great and the bottomless..."

Brittany Richardson

"Amazing service from Bobby. The food was delicious. Best lobster fried rice. The lamb chops were also juicy and perfectly cooked. Perfectly seasoned..."

Jen

"Great vibes for a brunch. The dj played everything! Service was little backed up but still cool. Fish could been fried a, little harder but I liked..."

Ash Z

"It was definitely a vibe! I loved the atmosphere and the food was definitely a 10/10 like I had no complaints definitely will be going back again. I..."

Ash

"My boyfriend and I came here for my birthday brunch. When we arrived they sat us upstairs and it was kind of cold so they put us in the covered patio..."

Des KF

"Food and atmosphere was good. Wished they could cater better for larger parties. It was sixteen of us. I had the Victory Omelette, topped with a..."

Franco Gainey

"Great Ambiance and Great Customer Service! Overall: I came here for my Birthday dinner. The process for making reaervations was smooth and parking..."

Keasha Esther

"The gals & I visited @victory_washingtondc located in downtown DC by U St 📍🌈. The floral decor alone made the vibes super memorable. The..."

Arielle H

"Amazing food, beautiful decor and great service. If I had one complaint it would be the DJ was a little too loud. Don't expect to hold a conversation..."

Iman taylor

"Great food and atmosphere! Server was nice & attentive during our Saturday brunch. Only cons were us being charged a $30 service charge for a table..."

Neva Faulkner

Hill Country Barbecue Market

76/100 (7881 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Went here for my birthday, on the weekend. Lucked out that it wasn’t too busy. But had the chicken wings, moist brisket, beef short rib, chicken,..."

Anil Samuel

"Visited back in July and had a very filling lunch. The portion of the sandwich was so much, you could’ve honestly made 2 sandwiches out of it. It..."

Jahaan Thomas

"Such good bbq in DC! I’ve been here twice, and both times were amazing. I love their pulled pork and Mac and cheese. And their wings are amazing..."

Jessica Yam

"Looking for Texas BBQ in Washington DC? Then walk, no run, to Hill Country! Was at Capitol One Arena and found this place nearby. I arrived just as..."

Lyle J

"Took a recommendation from family to stop in, as "I wouldn't regret it!" I'm sure glad I did! I had the Brisket (lean) and pulled pork. That..."

Paul Fouts

"Stop in for some great barbecue. The prices aren't bad and the servings were large! The brisket sandwich was massive and delicious. The potato salad..."

tim lowery

"A culinary adventure awaits in Washington, D.C., where the spirit of Texas BBQ comes alive! My co-worker, a Texan native, introduced me to this smoky..."

Jonathan Guzman

"That moist and juicy brisket; mmmmh-mmh! It’s nice having an institution like this so close to the National Mall to enjoy a delicious Texas..."

Critical Chris

"If you're in downtown Washington DC and craving some authentic Texas BBQ, then the cafeteria-style approach to ordering your meats and sides at this..."

Sylvain B

"UPDATE: I went back today. AMAZING, thank you. I missed it on my first visit where on the menu board it has the two options for brisket, moist and..."

Andrew Denham

"Came here at the end of summer. The restaurant and bar was accommodating in terms of processing orders despite it being almost closing time. The..."

Eastie Forscher

"We had lunch here while in Washington DC. It was good barbeque but not as good as NC vinegar based barbecue. The accompanying baked beans were..."

Pam Bridges

"The meat was delicious, we ordered pulled pork and beef brisket. Both were moist and tender. Cheesy potatoes were good as well. Beans were also good...."

Jim Verdick

"My daughter chose this place for her country western t h eme birthday party. We had an awesome time, and the food is delicious. Thanks to the..."

Micharn Cottman

"This is a Great place for dinner in DC (near the Smithsonian). While all the food is good, the dry rubbed wings are really good. The sides are a..."

Camera Guy

"Good Bbq! Upon entering, we were greeted and seated, then directed to the back to order our food. I went with the brisket sandwich with baked beans..."

Anthony P

"Fantastic experience! The staff were incredibly warm, welcoming friendly and attentive. The food was great, we got the brisket, cornbread Mac and..."

Julianna Walthrust

"BBQ in DC? This is the place. Thought I was back in Texas. 13-hour brisket? Yes, please. The turkey and sides of baked beans and mac-and-cheese were..."

Joe Vaquera

Burgerim

Wheelchair Accessible

Accepts American Express

Non-smoking restaurants

Inspire Bbq

"serving the community and giving excellent bbq. come here if you want to have lunch or dinner with a..."

Joshua Gibbs

"Amazing bbq. A regular..."

Ryan Linehan

Kenny's Bbq Smokehouse

"Smoked wings were really good. The decor of this place was really cool. Country vibes surrounded by city life. The service was excellent and they..."

Leavy Peretto

"Go Eat Here! I was visiting DC for a trip and really wanted BBQ & came across this place. They have indoor and outdoor seating! My food was amazing...."

Cassandra Watson

"Stumbled upon this spot walking through the area and so glad we did! Brisket was amazing. Great bbq sauces and coleslaw..."

Lucy Ruderman

"Very comfortable outdoor seating area, which was perfect for me and a few of my friends. The food was incredibly tasty! It was also served in a..."

Nicole Maille

"Despite the heat and the social-distancing, our family had a very enjoyable time! The pork ribs and coleslaw combination is a must but they do have a..."

Sang Lee

"Wonderful service (super kind staff), the Mac-and-cheese and the sweet yams were delicious! Plentiful outdoor seating. The ribs were just okay, which..."

Jeremy Mueller

"The food is delicious and the staff are friendly. Especially, the grape vine planted on the terrace is beautiful. The lunch sitting on the patio is..."

Jin Ho

"Kenny's is easily now one of my favorite joints in the city! It's a family owned and operated establishment, they put tons of thought and care into..."

Art Gray

"This is a great place on Capitol Hill if you're looking for a solid barbecue. The ribs are by far the best item on the menu and the beans are very..."

Joshua N. Boles

"Couldn't decide what I wanted so ordered a little of everything. Ribs are great but was bummed they were out of rib tips, decent greens and mac'n..."

Cameron

"Pork ribs were extremely tender. Potato salad and coleslaw were good too! Staff was really pleasant. Wish they..."

Abeni E. Hickerson

"The food at Kenny's was good, but the outing was expensive. I had the brisket sandwich and a rib platter. With the included sides this was very..."

Chuck Ouellette

Hogs On The Hill Iii

Wheelchair Accessible

"Food was amazing and staff was super patient with me picking out what to order. Grabbed a big sampler platter and it was more than enough for two..."

Leigh O

"Wonderful food the BBQ sauce in itself is amazing definitely hard to access depending on where you’re coming from and the time of the day. It is..."

chris king

"I've been going here for years. A collegue told me about them almost 29 years ago. A good carryout if you want something different. Meat is smoked..."

Tish Madry

"The restaurant is a staple of the neighborhood. I have stoped here a few years ago and again this week. The bbq is ON POINT in so many ways. I’m..."

John L. Davis

"Great bbq. If you want great tasting bbq and are in the area it's a must..."

Michael Zarnegar

"Yall I got this food for breakfast. Never even put the mild sauce on the wings. Just ate them plain, and they were amazing. Greens were super tender..."

Jozlantice Tucker

"Good quality, inexpensive and quick! We got the ribs, pulled pork sandwich, collards, potato salad and Mac n cheese for $25 - came with coleslaw and..."

Taylor Newman

"Food is always good. Don't care too much for the potato salad. It's smashed, and I don't particularly care for that texture for a cold salad. I..."

Monique Mcdow

"Still very good, a bit sweet & vinegary for me but I surely won't hold that against 'em. Good portion, meaty ribs, properly cooked. Lots of..."

Mark Ronerts

"Greatttttt food for what your paying for. The hot sauce isn’t that spicy. This cost me $6. 1 2 3 eating situation. Stopped here while passing..."

Brittany Chadi

"When I crave ribs this is the place for me. I usually get the chicken and rib combo with two sides. Haven't been disappointed..."

Shirley Welch

"Decent bbq pork and ribs. Can't speak about the chicken. The sides are just ok. Price is fair for what you..."

Jeff P

"My favorite spot to go for BBQ. Chicken wings are the..."

noneya dc

"Always love coming here. One of my favorite spots in D.C. Some of the best grilled wings and ribs..."

James Gause Jr

"Delicious lunch at a fair price, looking forward to coming..."

Jay Hugee

Willie's Brew And Que

Wheelchair Accessible

"Great bar with plenty of food options right by the wharf. Don't be fooled by all of the overpriced establishments by the stadium. Willies has great..."

Khoi Nguyen

"Super tasty! Joined an alumni event here. There was about 60 of us there. Happy hour prices were great. The pulled pork sliders and burgers were..."

Matthew Hans

"I had the pulled chicken sandwich, creamy coleslaw, and the potato salad. Best smoky pulled chicken I've had in a while. The flavors were on point. I..."

Marina Johnson

"Excellent meal! Really enjoyed the barbecue, Mac and cheese and baked beans. Great beer menu. Excellent service. My wife loved the collards! Highly..."

Shane Jolly

"Stopped in for a late night cap drink. Maybe it’s busier during ball games but it was just us at 11 on a Saturday. That being said the staff was..."

John Prescott

"I went to Willie's Brew & Que having only had an apple to eat all day. That was totally the right move! We ordered the pretzel bites and burnt bacon..."

Mel D.

"The best Ribs I had...the Delta Sauce is Fantastic...Brisket is tasty!!! Friendly..."

Diane Hill

"The service was reasonable quick and the surf and turf burger was very good. The bun and sauce we're the stand out parts on the burger. Do be aware..."

Sean McCarty

"The food here is NEXT LEVEL, but the service is kind of trash. It will take you ages to order and receive your food(if it’s correct)... However..."

W H

"Good Barbeque, variety of sauces. Service can be slow. First visit a year ago, service seemed faster. A couple of weeks ago it took 5 minutes to get..."

Matthew Garten

"Ok, I was hesitant about coming in after reading the reviews, that would have been a mistake. It’s not the best barbecue I’ve ever had but it’s..."

David Olschewske

"Randomly came across it walking around the wharf on a Sunday afternoon. Met with a great energy and fun waitress Mary. Was very early and slow but..."

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