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    Bristol BBQ

    4.5 (81 reviews)
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    Closed 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    Tater tots, mac and cheese, and beans.
    BT M.

    BBQ from a drive thru? Yep, it's a real thing. Most hardcore bbq aficionados look for the hole in the wall, run down, screen door as a front door, looks like it should be shutdown by the Health Dept. place to get authentic/great bbq. Welcome to Bristol BBQ (BBBQ). I was driving down the Volunteer Parkway, hungry, and in need of some food. It was maybe 30 minutes before BBBQ closed. I've seen it there, sitting off to the side, on several other trips. Often there's a line (which is a good sign). My thoughts - Pal's is just down the road and they have a good burger, or I can try this place. I make the u-turn and give BBBQ a try. I got the bbq pork sandwich, with tots, mac and cheese, and beans. All were decent. It was not a "OMG, I never knew it could be this good" experience, but it was surprisingly good to come from a hole in the wall drive thru on the side of the road. Will I try it again? Yep. Will I explore other options on the menu? Absolutely.

    Brunswick stew - piping hot and flavorful!
    Hayley G.

    I love the fact that I can get incredible barbecue, with fast service in a drive thru format!!! I got a loaded potato today and the Brunswick stew...sooo delicious!

    Loaded Tater Tots... EPIC! Get them!
    Jessica W.

    omg first time eating here and i was blown away!! it's fabulous!!! thank you ladies for such a delicious meal!! it is so hard to find a good meal these days (my experience) one made with care or consideration at all ---but yall deserve props for your amazing work! u can taste and feel the time live and care that yall carefully put into your work, because this food is just off the charts good!! the loaded tots which is what i chose, are just to die for!! i cannot tell u how much this delicious meal was appreciated!! crispy sweet-ish jalapeños, fresh green onions, tasty bbq, tots that are cooked to perfection, and this ranch/sour cream sauce that together was off the hook yall!!

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    Food is mediocre. I mostly come for the pulled pork. They have the audacity to ask for a tip in a drive through only establishment and always forget the roll on the platter. They have forgotten sides on other occasions. Prices are not shown correctly "as of Nov. 6" posted on second menu at window. 3 months and still can't change a sign?

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    Great food! I love their loaded baked potatoes!! It is a huge baked potatoe with meat and all the toppings. It a meal all by itself!!

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    We love Bristol BbQ! Always good food and service! Great location. Highly recommend. -ambience is great.

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    The food it Awesome!!! Get there early if you want any brisket it goes quick! The BBQ nachos or tots are my favorite!!

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    Best bbq in Bristol and Bristol has a lot of great bbq spots. Food has always been delicious and consistent.

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    Best bbq in Bristol. The loaded tots are my favorite but everything on the menu is good.

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    Wonderful Spuds!! They are HUGE! The jalapenos is a nice touch. The drive-thru is always busy but so worth it!

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    I was look for a place that i could grab dinner for the faimly on the way home. I found this gem. Great food. Fair price. Friendly staff.

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    State Line Bar & Grille

    4.0
    (89 reviews)
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    We were in town visiting the area with friends. They took us to Borderline Billiards (see their…read moreown review), and wanted to get some lunch. State line bar and grill is just a few doors down. This grill, it appears, to be in a converted warehouse space. It is likely the whole block was a warehouse which was sectioned into separate commercial properties. It has 20' ceilings with tin ceiling tiles and nice industrial wood flooring. They have live music and karaoke nights. They have a nice selection of food. Seafood, burgers, quesadillas, wings, salads, wraps ... I tried their mushroom Swiss burger which was huge, juicy and delicious. I needed to cut it in half to figure a way to attack it and a lot of napkins. A fun fact: it is the State line grill because it is in Bristol TN but you cross the street and you are in Bristol VA! If you are in the area, I highly recommend stopping in to try it out.

    Located on the corner of a large row of building, it is easy to find. Parking is on the street so…read moreyou should hope for the best or plan to walk. Sidewalks are partly covered so weather is not an issue, but crowds would make the trip more difficult. There are also several street buskers which can draw crowds, so just be aware and not in a hurry. You enter on the corner into the main seating area which is sort of separated by a hostess stand and the back of a booth. We were greeted right away and told to sit wherever we wanted. Seating is a mix of booths and tables and we selected a booth next to the window. Our server came right away and took our drink orders. There is also a board next to the hostess stand with listed specials. Looking over the menu, these were just regular menu items at regular prices. Our server returned and took our food order. The food took about 20 minutes to arrive, which was a little longer than expected. The bbq pork sandwich was dry and did not have a lot of flavor. The bun was fine but the dry meat made it harder to chew and took a lot of water to finish. In addition, the homemade chips were very crispy and salty. This plate left me parched even after drinking three glasses of water. The burger, however, was good. The meat was fairly juicy and toppings were fresh. The same homemade chips accompanied the burger and were also crispy and salty. The bathroom was in poor condition and appeared not to have been cleaned in some time. This was brought to our server's attention, who did not seem too concerned. Maybe this is a good place if you are seeking out music and alcohol, but there are many other options if all you want is lunch.

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    TriSeoul Food

    5.0
    (13 reviews)
    1.9 mi

    When traveling from the bastion of Southern Cuisine (Gatlinburg/Pigeon Forge). Trying to find a…read moremeal that's not laden with gravy is difficult. But as we traveled, the wife says "Korean??" and my expectations were tempered. But we found this gym of a location (just when you think you're lost, you're there). The Mandu were awesome (had to get another order). Wife had a Bulgogi bowl that she loved. And I had the ramen bowl which was really good as well. The service was excellent and they provided an excellent back story as to why it's here. It's worth hopping off the beaten path.

    Occasionally in one's travels, if you're lucky, you stumble upon a gem of a restaurant that just…read moresimply makes your trip better. In Bristol, THIS is that place! Tri-Seoul is a family owned business, and the owners absolutely put their hearts, souls and incredible culinary talents into this restaurant. I was fortunate to have a work lunch catered by Tri-Seoul, which enabled me to try a little bit of everything ... and go back for more (twice). Hey, when the food is this good, one bowl just is not enough. The beef, chicken and spicy pork proteins were all delicious, but surprisingly if I had to choose I'd probably go with the chicken--the seasoning was excellent. The fried "Mandu" dumplings are a terrific appetizer, as are both the soy garlic and spicy wings. And a little insider secret from one of the owners ... don't miss the sweet radishes--such a perfect compliment to the wings. Finally, the cucumber and traditional kimchis are equally good, and the spice level is spot on. I loved everything Tri-Seoul had to offer, and I'm not ashamed at all to say we had it BOTH days during our work conference--it was just that good! If you haven't already, you've gotta give this place a try ... what in the world are you waiting for?!?

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    A work lunch buffet catered by Tri-Seoul Food.  Delicious!
    A work lunch buffet catered by Tri-Seoul Food. Delicious!
    Traditional warm bibimbap w egg and some mandu on the side. Yum!
    Traditional warm bibimbap w egg and some mandu on the side. Yum!
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    LUMAC Rooftop Bar

    LUMAC Rooftop Bar

    3.6
    (29 reviews)
    1.0 mi

    Hey friends! I went out with some new coworkers to this cool spot downtown…read more This spot is the rose that grew from concrete. Bristol is a rural town but certain areas are becoming more chic, such as this rooftop bar. I ordered a brown sugar old fashioned to start with. It was AMAZING. I would definitely recreate it at home, the flavors balance perfectly. For my entree, I had the chicken sandwich. The batter was perfectly crispy and seasoned well. I like that they use chicken thighs, which are juicy and makes for a delicious sandwich. Fries were okay, I wish they weren't steak fries. +Our server was friendly! She recommended great menu items. +Limited parking +Outdoor seating with a beautiful overlook of the city. Indoor seating as well. +Prices are a little above average. +Restaurant was clean and well stocked. I hope enjoy!

    Hands down, people, this is the best bar in Bristol. Why?…read more Happy Hour! M-F from 2-5pm, all the Shareables are 50% off and drinks are really discounted! It's a really great way to try the food! Food (5/5): Elevated bar food! The kitchen from the downstairs restaurant, Vivian's Table, makes the food and it is really delicious. We tried the popcorn shrimp, which are breaded and crispy. Really great. We of course, had to try the Mountain of fries - these are matchstick fries and the best part was the three different sauces that come with it. The chipotle ketchup was my favorite. We also tried the wings, which were good..I am not a huge wing fan, though. The jalapeno poppers (wrapped in bacon with a cheese filing) were great, as were the steak nachos. And of course, the hummus with the fry bread was great, too. My hubby liked the hazy IPA that was on draft. Even better at $3.50 a pint during Happy Hour. I really liked the cocktails - some of my favorite was a new espresso based tequila (for the summer menu) and the creamsicle. Service (5/5): Everyone up here is super nice - the manager Landry, bartender Raine and all the servers were really fantastic. Ambiance (5/5): Location - This is the top of the Bristol Hotel, and one of the only rooftop bars in Bristol. From the top you have a lovely view of the famous Bristol sign, great when it lights up at night.

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