ZZQs does is again! Fantastic bbq. It's truly some of the best we've ever had! The brisket is so…read morejuicy. The barbacoa tacos were out of this world. And all of the side dishes were phenomenal. The cornbread is mouthwatering. We definitely feasted! The joint operates like a well-oiled machine. Prepare to wait in line, but it will be well worth it! The service is also friendly and helpful with finding you a place to sit. This was our second time at ZZQs, and I can guarantee that we will be back.

ZZQ is a must stop for any BBQ lovers…read more The Brisket is the best, my wife and I loved the brisket here. The spicy cheesy sausage was very good, juicy and a big bold flavor. The pork ribs we both agreed was not the best we ever had. It is worth a stop here just for the brisket! The ambiance is nice, like you would expect from a BBQ joint with paper towels at the table with an assortment of home made sauces.

Went to the new location today and it was excellent as always but the atmosphere was so much…read morebetter. What a nice place and friendly staff! We live an easy walk to the new location on the corner of John Rolfe and Ridgefield Parkway. Today we wanted to pick up lunch for our family since we all are home and working from home. I ordered a medium family meal which comes with 2lbs of meat, four pints of sides and either cornbread or potato rolls for sandwiches. We ended up getting 1 pound of pulled chicken, 1 pound of pulled pork, two pints of Mac and cheese because it's that good, potato salad and the southwest Cole slaw. We also got the rolls for sandwiches, Swayze sauce and the house sauce. For kicks we added a pound of rope sausage. So much food and so tasty! I've had all of their meats now and enjoy them all. The sides are also exceptional. My husband and I said we want to come and just have a meal there soon. I want to try their tacos. Anyway, we're lucky to have such good food right in our neighborhood. They have vegan options too so it's not just meat. I personally love portobello mushrooms so look forward to having a meatless Monday soon. Welcome to the neighborhood Deep Run Roadhouse and crew! We look forward to seeing you often.

Found this place on Yelp... obviously. And.. it was incredible. Pointed out soccer team to this…read moreplace for a team lunch. Everyone loved it. Thanks to them as well for opening up their back room to fit all the girls. Great staff - very friendly. It's a smaller place. But that doesn't detract at all. Now the food. Insanely good. I had the brisket sandwich and it was full of meat and had onions and Cole slaw. Added on the sweet bbq and it was so good. People raved about the Cuban. The hush puppies were a fan favorite. The peanut butter pie and key lime pie were to die for. The Mac and cheese was excellent, as was the cowboy beans and potato salad. If I lived here it would be one of my favorite places to go. Go on in and hit this place if you are in the area!!

Amazing food, incredibly friendly staff, and just overall great experience. This is a small place…read morebut about 8-10 two seater tables, and a bar area. Easy music playing to listen to and the you can tell by the visitors coming in, this is a local place where people are people not profits and everyone is considered family. Come hungry, eat plenty, leave satisfied with plans to come again!

Came here again this week after not coming for about 7 months, and I was a bit disappointed in the…read morefood. My friend and I ordered fried wingettes, smoked wingettes, the chicken club, and a fish sandwich. The fish sandwich and chicken club were great -- no complaints. The wings were terrible. Starting with the smoked wings, they were overcooked and I just ended up sending them back -- I didn't even want them anymore. They ended up bringing out another batch that was a little better, but a few of the wings were still overcooked. The fried wings weren't as good as I remembered. They were super greasy and the grease tasted a little old. On the other hand, the servers were great as always! Henny was super sweet and attentive.

best breakfast burrito hands down. i've ever had. super good with the carnitas. these tortillas are…read morecrazy. love it with some pulled pork. the size is smaller than what you would think but the price reflects that and still it's literally perfect. brisket taco for lunch. really good. honestly everything here is so good. I love their sides. I love their coffee drinks. their cookies. idk I miss their old space with the garage doors but hey, the food is still awesome.

Been meaning to go here for a while based on all the great things I've heard about The Smoky Mug. I…read morewas not disappointed when I finally had the chance to check them out. The food and service were top notch. We sat at the bar which gave us a good view of all the happening. There is plenty of room to sit inside as well as out. I am a sucker for smoked turkey and was extra excited to hear they still had some. That with the greens and potato salad was the perfect. The turkey was flavorful and juicy. The greens have just the right amount of spice and the potato salad cooled it down. Can't forget to mention the tortillas! So good! I will for sure be back.

We are back and it's still delicious. Huge full rack of ribs special with two sides at $23.99…read more Comes with two delicious hush puppies (but two is a little stingy for sure!) With so many good BBQ options, service and a sincere, warm greeting can be a differentator. This time it was Trey who's not afraid to let loose a little dance and fill the room with his giggle. Another great experience. We ordered hush puppies to go.

Jadeans as is under new ownership. Now called "Back Porch BBQ". Same great BBQ but some new items…read moreas well. If you haven't been there in a while you need to get back.

This spot is a must stop when traveling thru Richmond. My favorite is the beef ribs. Nothing fancy…read moreabout this place, just a good old boys spot to stop and get your fingers messy enjoying the ribs and real American food.

The Baby back Ribs we're AMAZING!! So juicy and tender the cornbread was delicious as was the…read morepotato salad!! Our 1st time here and will definitely recommend this and return with our friends and family Ps This may be a new location. but they were OPEN !!

What a wonderful surprise! My mom, my nephew, and I were craving barbecue and had originally…read morethought about going to ZZQ, but they were closed. As we drove through Scott's Addition, the incredible smell coming from SMOHK caught our attention. We followed the aroma, stopped to try it, and ended up having a fantastic lunch. From the moment we walked in, the service was excellent. The gentleman at the front was extremely friendly and patiently explained all the meats, sauces, and side dishes to us. My mom and I shared a rib platter that came with two sides--we chose the coleslaw and sweet potatoes--and added four extra ribs. My nephew ordered the pulled pork sandwich. The food was excellent. The ribs were tender, flavorful, and delicious, and the sides were great too. My nephew and I spent most of the meal debating whether SMOHK was at the same level as ZZQ or even better. I personally thought it was better, and after I let him try one of my ribs, he was impressed and delighted too! Another big plus was being able to enjoy high-quality barbecue without standing in a huge line. At the end of our meal, the owner came over and talked with us. He was very warm and welcoming and showed us photos of the catering they offer. We were so impressed that we plan to order from SMOHK for our family Thanksgiving gathering. The entire check was about $80 for three people, including three drinks, tax, and tip. Considering the amount of food, the quality, and the excellent service, we felt it was well worth it. Great barbecue, genuinely kind people, and an overall memorable experience. We discovered SMOHK by accident, but we will definitely return!

SMOHK RVA BBQ is tucked into one of those Scott's Addition spots where, if you blink, you just…read moremight miss it. But follow the smell of smoke into that little cut and you'll discover some seriously good BBQ. First and foremost, the food had me excited, but our interaction with the owner made the experience even better. Welcoming, funny, genuinely personable, and incredibly patient while walking us through the menu. That kind of hospitality matters, especially at a neighborhood BBQ joint, and it immediately made the place feel like somewhere you want to come back to. Now to the food. The Pork Belly Burnt Ends were the standout for me. Melt-in-your-mouth tender with that beautiful combination of smoke, sweetness, spice, and rich pork flavor. These alone are worth knowing this place exists. Definitely one of those hidden-gem dishes in RVA that deserves more attention. The brisket and pork ribs are absolutely worth a visit too -- smoky, flavorful, and exactly the kind of meats you want when you walk into a place with BBQ in the name. The sides held their own as well. The collard greens were properly seasoned and cooked just right, and the mac and cheese was rich, creamy, and delicious. Nothing felt like an afterthought. Then there are the sauces. SMOHK isn't just giving you the same three bottles you see at every BBQ spot. From the Smoked Apple BBQ sauce to the Gochujang BBQ sauce, there's a real range of flavors here that lets you take the meats in completely different directions. Traditional BBQ roots, but with enough creativity to make the place feel like its own thing. SMOHK is a different kind of BBQ joint -- tucked away, full of personality, creative without forgetting the fundamentals, and serving food that makes you glad you followed your nose. Don't blink when you're driving by. This one is worth finding.

clean, welcoming, timely fairly priced, young people that…read moretake pride in their job is nice to see. manager are front and center which is very nice to see. the food is good , the bbq sauces were filled and clean and this is a saturday evening which shows they pay attention to details.

My husband stopped on his way back to northern Virginia so it was over an hour getting home. I…read moredefinitely believe some bbq needs to eaten fresh or it'll dry out and I think this may be the case. Flavor was good but a bit dry but could have been from it sitting for a while. The sides were decent. I especially wanted to try the pineapple hot dish since I've never heard of this before. It was good, not too sweet, and reminded me of bread or corn pudding but with pineapple bits. Overall it was decent bbq...

I thought this was a solid southern bbq joint! I enjoyed the Carolina style sauce, the way the pork…read morewas prepared, and the bread used. The meat wasn't fatty at all. The collards were very good! I'd definitely get them again. The baked beans weren't as sweet as baked beans usually are, so they were okay. Overall it was fast! We ordered online before heading that way.

Had heard about Original Ronnie's for a while and I ride by it on my bike a lot. I did the drive up…read moreand order line, but pre order is available as well. Nice folks come up to take your order and bring back the food quickly. I got a full pound of the chopped chicken. The whole family loved it. Very flavorful, wonderful smokiness. The sauce was tangy and complemented it well. I will be back to try other meats and the sides.

Stopped here on our way down to NC because it was in the middle of winter and one of the only dog…read morefriendly places we could find that might be able to accommodate us (as they have some outdoor heaters). As many have also said in their reviews, it's a unique little spot with only outdoor seating.. can imagine it gets crazy busy in the warmer months. Luckily there's a park right across the street, so you could probably take your food to go and do a little impromptu picnic if need be. You order from a window and they call you when your order is ready - the food was excellent. I had the bbq and my boyfriend ordered the portabello option, both of which were great. I'm personally not a huge fan of collard greens (not sure why I ordered them, tbh) - wish green beans were an option instead. However, the jalapeño mac and cheese (while no gluten friendly) was excellent - not too spicy, just enough flavor, and a good portion size without being too overwhelming. We also each had a beer / cider (they DO have alcoholic beverages available for purchase, despite that not being listed on their menu - choices are just limited). Parking is also limited - we were able to grab a spot on the street right next to the venue, but can imagine that finding a spot during busier summer months might be more difficult. TLDR - Definitely an easy spot to stop for a few minutes and grab a beer and a bite to eat, especially if you're traveling through Richmond with a dog.

I have enjoyed their chicken bbq for years. I am grateful that they still have it as I am unable to…read moreeat the other offerings. The carry out format works well as you can call in your order and pick up quickly. The gents set up are great as well when it is warm and you want to enjoy your food in the premises. It is not very busy or crowded anytime that I venture there.