Jersey native and this is the second time I have chosen to stop by this place in two months on the way to North Carolina. It's a very cute little place that has great local ambiance and the service is great. Our waitress was the same person we had in December. Super sweet and never once did we have to ask for something. I got the fried Southern Catfish again with a side of mac and cheese and coleslaw. Don't forget the cornbread because it was nice and warm when we got it. The pictures below are from the first visit. Ribs, sausage plate, fried green beans. Let's just say the food is on point. I forgot to take the pictures for this trip but my daughter got the grilled PB&J with mac and cheese. My mother got the cheeseburger and my husband got his first ever Cuban panini. Everyone was happy. We got fried green beans and homemade onion rings and I couldn't finish my food. Right before we called it quits our waitress started talking about dessert. I became super curious about the homemade banana pudding because I have always wanted to try it. So I just pretended I was at Italian Xmas Eve Dinner of the Seven Fishes and I found room and damn I was glad I did. First time we were here we talked with the waitress about the fact they were trying to get more foot traffic and I told her how when we were on 81 South we saw their new sign. This place is definitely a little hidden gem that is a must to go and try. Food is on point. Service is above and beyond. You can tell that the food is made with love. read more

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We stopped there yesterday and only ordered two things on the menu was $40 oh my God. And then the pulled pork is not even a smoked flavor. It was tough and dry. I will never come back here and spend that kind of money again this was horrible. I could've used that money towards something good. read more

This place was amazing! The service was perfect. Her name was Sandra and she was so friendly, informative and just all around great. The sausage on the burger was soo good. All the bbq sauce was fantastic that I did order a pint to go. Great prices, beautiful little spot & great food and service. I wished I was around this area more often. I will be craving their food! Thank you so much! read more

Foothill Momma's BBQ Juke Joint - Boogie Burger. - Barbeque Near Me - Lexington, Virginia

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We visited the restaurant after having a great time at the drive-through zoo nearby. The service was great, and everyone was friendly. Everyone enjoyed their meal. I really don't have any complaints. Definitely will visit again if we're back in thr area. read more

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Delicious barbecue place near the mountains in Lexington! Wonderful service very friendly staff a definite go to if you're in this area and looking for some yummy BBQ. read more

Foothill Momma's BBQ Juke Joint - Barbeque Near Me - Lexington, Virginia

We stopped on our way home to NC for some BBQ at Foothill Mama's and really enjoyed our dinner. Cute local restaurant where we were greeted by a friendly server who when asked about fave dishes, shared great info on their platters, sides and portions. Hubby and I both got the pulled pork platter with delish sides like collard greens, broccoli, and cole slaw. Everything was yummy, along with a nice hunk of cornbread and honey butter to finish it off. You can tell it's popular with the locals too, as many folks also streamed in with their families while we were there. If you're in the area, it's a great stop! read more

Stopped for quick break in our drive on 81. Had been eating lots of BBQ in NC and we found this the best pulled pork, beans and slaw. Cornbread good as well. Great service ! read more

Journeying south on I-81, ready for a full lunch, we found Foothhill Momma's. Not very crowded on a late weekday afternoon, but service and food were great. Had the special of 2 pork chops and 2 sides for $12.75. Chops were thick, juicy and cooked to order, with potato salad, cole slaw and 2 big pieces of cornbread. Tasty assortment of barbecue sauces. Companion enjoyed her generous pulled pork sandwich. Real American hearty food for a perfect roadtrip stop. read more

This place is AWESOME in every way possible.. The food is AMAZING and out of this world delicious.. The staff is incredible and delightful.. I'm a truck driver that loves BBQ and have eaten at various joints all over the lower 48.. With that said this place is hands down without a doubt the BEST place, staff, and food in this world.. The buns are best I've ever had in bun.. The place is extremely inviting and clean.. If you want the BEST BBQ, BEST baked bean, BEST chips and some amazing banana pudding this is the ONLY place you need to go.. If you don't try this place I feel sorry for you and ya don't know what you're missing out on..On a scale of 1 to 10 I give this place a 1000!!!!!!! A+ for service and food.. Try it and you will be hooked..I can honestly say it will be a weekly stop for me.. read more

BBQ after visiting the Natural Bridge, yes please!!! Stopped by for lunch and sat inside! The ladies working were so friendly! We sat down and they grabbed us our drinks immediately, and were quick to take our food order. The food was fantastic!!! I ordered the ribs, which I was told they just took them out of the smoker!! And I got two sides, mashed potatoes and baked beans. It also come with corn bread. The ribs tasted so good and their honey BBQ sauce was a wonderful complement to the meat!! The baked beans were delicious and had pulled pork in them. I thoroughly enjoyed the mashed potatoes and cornbread too! My fiancé got a platter with pulled pork and chicken. He also got two sides Mac n cheese and broccoli. He loved their Mac n cheese!!! Stop by for some great BBQ!!! I recommend it! read more

Foothill Momma's BBQ Juke Joint - Ribs - Barbeque Near Me - Lexington, Virginia

Was hoping for a nice lunch since my husband had tried it and liked it, but not even close... just NO. Flavorless brisket. I can eat better elsewhere, and I do! read more

My family and I were passing through from West Virginia and decided to give this place a shot and I'm glad that we did! Great food, great atmosphere and great service! read more

Foothill Momma's BBQ Juke Joint - Barbeque Near Me - Lexington, Virginia

Stopped for lunch on a drive from NY to TN. The pulled pork and brisket were both great. Their home chips were so good too! Everyone loved their food. Restaurant was clean and all the staff were very friendly! What a great find this was. read more

There is a fine line between incredible BBQ and great BBQ. Unfortunately I can't see that line so I will go with BBQ I will return for. What really makes this place stand out is the sides. They have great coke slaw and collard greens but the best side is the Mac and cheese. I'm gonna say this is the best Mac and cheese around. I came back here because I remember the Mac and cheese being incredible and the rest was good also. So if you are looking for great Mac and cheese with a side of BBQ, this is the place. read more

This was just ok. Good service, but food was underwhelming. Would not go again. Have to add more words for my review to post ?

As a rule, I try to avoid fast food and corporate chain restaurants. This leads me to small restaurants and roadside BBQ joints everywhere I travel. I rolled into Foothill Momma's BBQ while driving through Lexington, Virginia. As the last section of a strip mall, it didn't seem like a BBQ joint. Clean and well lit with ample parking doesn't feel very old-school. I looked over the menu while the blues played in the background. All that changed when the appetizer arrived. Hand cut potato chips were crisp and hidden under a mountain of cheese, pickled candy jalapeños, sauce, and real deal smoked Pulled pork. Main course was ribs, more pulled pork, garlic smashed potatoes, Mac and cheese, baked beans, and hand cut fries. (3 people in the party and we traded sides.) Portions were big. The sides were homemade and delicious. But any BBQ is measured by it's smoked meats. Mommas's leaves no doubt that they are authentic BBQ. The ribs pulled clean off the bone with great smoke flavor, the pulled pork was tender and flavorful, and the chicken breasts were juicy. If you stop by Foothill Momma's you owe yourself a dessert. The carrot cake was very good, but they have an amazing taste in my Peanut Butter Cream Pie. I've eaten way too many pies in my life, but this is the best peanut butter pie that I've had. The bill was average for a BBQ joint. The great care and generous portions make it a great value. This BBQ. Joint needs to be on your list if you're ever in the Lexington area. read more

Foothill Momma's BBQ Juke Joint - Smokehouse Nachos with pulled pork and cowboy candy jalapeños - Barbeque Near Me - Lexington, Virginia

I love barbecue so whenever we travel I alike to find these non-chain barbecue options. This place did not disappoint! Everything was delicious, the staff was friendly and attentive and it was VERY clean. Will definitely stop here again when traveling this way again! read more

Foothill Momma's BBQ Juke Joint - Pulled pork platter with macaroni and cheese, baked beans and cornbread. - Barbeque Near Me - Lexington, Virginia

Excellent food, quick and friendly service along with clean bathrooms made this a perfect lunch spot on our road trip!

Me and my friends were traveling through and found them on google as we were passing by. And I could not have asked for a better lunch, prices were great for the large portion sizes. Staff was super incredible, nice, and took great care of us. We are leaving full and so happy I couldn't wait to leave a review. read more

Food was delicious and plentiful. My family can't wait to try the brisket next time! read more

Came in town from Jersey and wanted BBQ, glad I stopped here. Everyone was friendly and the food was on point, they put a few sauces out as condiments. Vinegar based sauce as well as tomato based. Honey as well as a sweet spicy sauce. The portions are a little small but oh so good !! I had collard greens and mac n cheese. Probably best i have had. Ribs were nicely done but would like more. read more

Foothill Momma's BBQ Juke Joint - Ribs, mac n cheese and collards - Barbeque Near Me - Lexington, Virginia

Good place with good Bbq. Staff is super friendly, service was great. Beans are amazing, onion rings were really good too! Fries are delicious as well as the three sauces. I thought my pulled pork was dry but it was still good lathered up with sauce and slaw. They toasted the bun which added a flavor I have never had on a bbq sandwich, I really liked the flavor and texture. The bun was huge though.. a lot of bread. I'd go back if I was in the area to try more items. read more

[924] 6/18/2019 Thank you yelp as you did not disappoint. This BBQ joint is located in a small strip mall about 10 miles (highway) from Virginia Safari Park. Worth the trip My kid had chicken tenders which he enjoyed (wish it came w fries) I had the chicken combo platter which was about $15 and had a healthy piece of tasty chicken and pulled pork. It came w two sides and I picked Mac and cheese and baked beans. Mac and cheese was very tasty. Baked beans had pulled pork in it and it was amazing. Wish I had more lol The pulled pork seemed to be their signature item and I see why. Don't stop here without eating it Coke was $2 (geeze I hate paying for fountain drinks). Hubby had the pulled pork platter w Mac and cheese and broccoli. He enjoyed it Both dishes came with tasty corn bread. We had plenty of leftovers for dinner. On the other side of the parking lot I saw guy smoking the Hatfield (yeah PA) pork. He was very friendly and let me take pictures. I wish I lived closer as they would have a regular customer The inside had a bar area. I'm not sure if they serve drinks but you can eat at the counter. Inside had about 7-8 tables so I can see this place packed at meal time Go try it and you won't be disappointed (like me) read more

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The food here is AMAZING! The service is even better! The cornbread with honey butter is the best I have ever had! The pulled pork is done perfectly. read more

Traveling on vacation! Food was amazing! Large portions! Honey butter was delicious on the corn bread. Pork was tender. All the sides and the butter are homemade. Our server, Amber, was attentive and personable. The place was clean. read more

Foothill Momma's BBQ Juke Joint - Pork platter, fries, potato salad, corn bread & honey butter - Barbeque Near Me - Lexington, Virginia

Service--amazing, very attentive server! Catfish- excellent! Sides made on premises, not processed! Nice friendly atmosphere!! read more

Found this local gem while we were driving down I-81 on our way to Nashville. We are so glad we stopped. Delicious pulled pork, collard greens, cornbread. We also had the potato skins with bacon, which were incredible. Service was super nice, and I tried the local Virginia lager, which was very good: if you like Yuengling, you would like that. Highly recommend. read more

Foothill Momma's BBQ Juke Joint - a bottle and a glass - Barbeque Near Me - Lexington, Virginia

I had the BBQ pork panini. Absolutely delicious. Husband had pulled pork sandwich and said it was delicious, also. We both had the house made potato chips. Best chips ever! Potato salad was yummy. The staff was friendly even though they were busy. The restaurant, including the bathrooms, were clean We'll be back read more

My friends and I took a "COVID Girls Trip" to Lexington and stopped here on the way in. There wasn't a ton of options in the area that had outdoor seating, so we thought we would give this place a try. A few girls serviced us and they were very friendly and helpful. They explained different items on the menu and were open to letting us all try all of the different sauces since we weren't very familiar with them. Just as a heads up, when I say outdoor seating, this is about three tables that can seat two or three people in the front of the business. It is great that they tried to make accommodations due to covid, as it doesn't seem like outdoor seating was available previously, so this is a little limited. We ordered the combo platter, which was a good feeling portion for the three of us girls, and allowed us to try and share a few different options. The platter came with chicken, pork, and sausage. I believe it came with cornbread, but we also got mac and cheese, potato salad, and mashed potatoes for sides. Overall, the food was okay. The sausage was my favorite, but we felt that the chicken and pork for a little dry, and the pork was almost too flavorful and seasoned that we needed to cut it with our potato sides or water. The service was good, and one piece of advice that I would give to them is to double check the outdoor tables when customers leave. We cleaned it off a little when we sat down since there were crumbs, and tried to do our best to clean up after ourselves, but since we didn't have proper cleaning supplies, this probably could be more thoroughly cleaned by an employee before the next customers use the same table. read more

Oh man this is a gem! They have 3 types of bbq sauce: tomato, vinegar, honey mustard. Plenty of parking nearby, open inside, funny shirts, some beer/wine, clean bathrooms, fantastic blues music playing, and INCREDIBLE BBQ! Both my coworker and I enjoyed our sandwiches. I think he got the Cuban. Our food came out quickly, tasted delicious, and quality service! Thank you for a wonderful lunch! read more

Foothill Momma's BBQ Juke Joint - Front of house - Barbeque Near Me - Lexington, Virginia

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Stopped by for lunch after a trek through the BRP. It was nice to find a decent place. The food was pretty good, but pretty bland and basic. The sauces are what saved the meal for us- they were creative and interesting. The lady who took our order was helpful and friendly read more

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Great BBQ, friendly service and ownership, had several different platters and they all rocked!

Have had the Andouille Sausage and the Pulled Pork. Both were excellent. The sausage was especially flavorful. The Collards are also really nice as is the short cut Cole Slaw--not too mayonnaise-y. Their hours are limited and I wish they had ribs! read more

Do Try this this place out ! My taste buds thoroughly enjoyed their smoked ribs and pulled pork nachos. their cornbread with there house butter was all OnPoint as well . All there bbq sauce's were different, the house vinegar sauce and the sweet n spicy were my go to though . read more

This is a really fun, well-intentioned small BBQ restaurant that does things the right way. The staff are all super friendly, and it's clear they wanna make sure that you are happy and enjoying your food. Aside from the food, they have a pretty decent offering of tasty local beers and the desserts are great. Now for the food. Generally, it's all prepared really well and fresh. I had the pulled pork, with the vinegar sauce, collared greens and onion rings. It was all really good. In fact, I ate it all. Normally, I'm taking BBQ home, but not this stuff. It was tasty, not fatty, and obviously smoked the right way. Would I go again? For sure. Is it the best I've ever had? No. But it was damn good. Stop by and show them some love. You'll be glad you did. read more

While on the way to Natural Bridge, my girlfriend and I were looking for a local place to grab a bite to eat. We chose this place based on their menu, ratings, and proximity to the interstate, plus we had to find a place that was doing dine-in meal service during COVID. This appeared to check all of those boxes. We arrived and were seated promptly in a nearly empty restaurant. While reviewing the menu, the waitress came and checked on us twice; however, we were not ready to order. From there, the service went downhill quickly. It was about another 15 minutes before she checked on us again despite having the menus closed for at least 10 of them. After being served we had our drinks filled once. When it came time to receive the check it was another lengthy ordeal. Despite the food being tasty, this place was a hassle. I had the BBQ platter, and I do not recall what my girlfriend had. I do not plan on coming back, nor do I recommend this place. read more

I visited today for lunch based on all of the positive reviews. The food itself is really good. However, I was a little disappointed with the nickel and diming from the restaurant on a few different items. Add 2 sides for $6? Sweet tea for over $3? 3% charge for using credit card? Ranch dressing for $0.60? I left feeling like it was a little bit more of a tourist spot than a local barbecue joint. read more

Pulled pork is awesome. BBQ Nachos with cowboy candy are great. Beware the ribs...they aren't KC, Texas, or any other style I know of.

Loved this little spot while driving back to DC from North Carolina! There's a smoker out front with a funny sign and the reviews are fire so I knew I had to come here. I ordered the chicken with Cajun barbecue sauce with a side of broccoli, collards and the chips and dip for an appetizer. The Cajun barbecue was phenomenal! I thought the chicken could have been a bit different since it was really just a chicken filet but it was still great. The collards were excellent. The broccoli was forgettable but the cornbread -- oh my -- the cornbread and the honey butter was anything but. The chips and dip were cooked just right. I also tried the pulled pork which was really tasty! Service was fast and friendly. Definitely a great little stop off the highway! read more

Ordered a side of mashed potatoes for almost $4 & it's literally in a cup slightly bigger than the cup of bbq dipping sauce for my fries.... A legit 2 inch tall cup of mashed potatoes. What on earth?? I ordered an appetizer & a side & it came to $15. I definitely would not have tipped on top of that if I knew the mashed potato side was the size of a Sam's Club free sample. I've heard great things about this place, but definitely make sure you read reviews & look at the pictures, because you pay way more money than you get food worth. I saw the reviews of how small the Cole slaw side was, but being a server for over 12 years I figured the photo was the free side of slaw all restaurants give with their pulled pork... NO that's the size of all their sides which costs almost $4 after tax. This is absolutely unreal. read more