Food was really good. Barb que on the menu. Menu offers a variety of food options from appetizers, hamburger, pizza (freshly made). Staff was very nice. Atmosphere was very relaxing. Definitely recommend this establishment for both family dinning and evening entertainment. read more

Hey, they have bbq but I tried the buffet and it worth it. It's filling and the iced tea was cold. I choice of chicken fried steak and fried chicken and sides including corn on the cob and Mac and cheese and spaghetti and need I go on. read more

Island BBQ - Not a pretentious place just filling southern cooking. - Barbeque Near Me - Fernandina Beach, Florida

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Really enjoyed everything about this place. The Food, the Service, great pool tables also. I will Definitely be back.

What a taste treat for lunch! I had read about Island BBQ but never was able to stop in but today we did. It is in a small strip mall which makes it look like a small place but it is not. You walk into a small room where you go to the register and order/pay (they have a individual item section but most get buffet) then to the left it opens to a large room with a huge buffet section with several locations of hot dishes like-fried chicken, shepherd pie, mashed potatoes, gravy, great green beans, pinto beans, rice, coke slaw and more. Then it continues to the green salad part with two types of lettuces, onions, tomatoes, hard boiled eggs, beets, chix salad, potatoes salad, olives, cucumber salad so much more. As though that was not enough the other side of this buffet island was country fried steak, taco bar with all the fixing, desserts-banana pudding, carrot cake...I'm sure I missed many other items too. All of this for $15! There is still another room that they had video games in; maybe they us for large parties? Now admittedly there were not many women but lots of working men who are hungry and they leave very satisfied! But then I did too read more

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It's a small space, but big on local flavor- not exactly what you would expect to find next door to a PC repair shop. Or maybe it is. There was a small buffet, which was what most of the clientele who all seemed to be regulars were eating. They did have a menu, and it included several barbecue options, so I went for the pork sandwich and slaw. In the short time I waited for my food, I heard a lot of small talk about who was renting what apartment and whose kids were trying out for the baseball team- the kind of stuff average people talk about over a decent lunch on a Friday afternoon. Most patrons were not masked, but I got the feeling no one would be looked down on for wearing one either. My sandwich arrived piled high with mostly chopped pork, but there were some bigger pieces along with a good amount of seasoned edges included on a fresh roll. The one drawback was that it also included several pieces of cartilage that I had to spit out. The mustard sauce added some interest. The cole slaw was respectable. I was pleased to have found a good sandwich that seemed to be freshly prepared, even if the cleanliness of the place and preparation of the food weren't exactly professional grade. While it might not be worth a return visit, I found the unpretentious atmosphere to be just what I was looking for. If you're looking for laid-back, this is your spot. read more

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If you have GPS and it tells you to turn left you still might miss this place. It sits in a non-discript strip mini shopping area with just the store lettering on the window. But....once you find it, you might not go to another BBQ joint. Pulled Pork Sandwich Wet,Messy,Big,Hot,Saucy,#Need2Hands2Hold,OMGood Now I do love NC BBQ and that is pulled pork with a vinegar base and its dry. This place makes theirs with a BBQ sauce which is really amazing, thus the saucyness. The sandwich was so big I could no pick it up. I picked French fries as my side, they serve crinkle cuts and those were hot and tasty also. Now this whole meal was super fabulous but here is my little complaint and I know I could have choose Cole slaw as my side, but I didn't. To me....any BBQ should just always come with slaw. Those two are meant to be together. My BBQ was naked without its slaw. Should I lose out on fries because of missing slaw??? The debate??? read more

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Ate here for the first time. It was Friday, so they had a seafood buffet. Typical fried fish, fried shrimp, fried chicken. They had crab legs, but they were gone before we got there. Apparently the supply was very limited. The sides were good. I had the grits, Mac and cheese, tomatoes, and the broccoli salad was the bomb. I would probably go back just for that. The only drawback was, they only have one high chair and no booster seats. So we spent most of our meal tending with an 18 month old sitting in a regular chair trying to eat. Not much fun, but we made do as best we could. Great place for a good quick lunch, just not family friendly. read more

The Business is relatively small but it can easily accommodate 30-40 people. You can order off the menu or take advantage of a fantastic buffet. Today they had fried chicken, hamburger steak in gravy, greens, navy beans and rice, green beans, Mac and cheese, and a few other fresh veggies. Bread, biscuits and a salad bar along with 3 desserts. Your drink is also included in a very reasonable price of $ 15.00. And if you're worried about masks, don't come in here. The place had a lot of customers, none wearing masks because they were too busy eating and talking. I highly recommend this place if you have a hearty appetite or if your just after some good country cooking. read more

Very good food, friendly service and nice little wrap around bar. The bartender, Jessica was awesome, very freindly and super quick with your drinks. It also has a nice community feel to it with good prices read more

Yummy, buffet today with fried shrimp, boiled shrimp, fish, fried chicken, vegetables, salad, corn, banana, pudding, too much to mention. It is all very good. And new menu - plus new breakfast items read more

Island BBQ - So much to choose from - Barbeque Near Me - Fernandina Beach, Florida

Oh my God. I never thought a restaurant would scare me. The place was filthy. It looked like no one had even bothered to keep the buffet table clean nor add any food to it. Everything was dried out and overcooked no barbecue anywhere. The salad bar looked like somebody had vomited, and put it in pans. The waitress looked like she needed a fix. We went in, sat down and ordered a beer. After what we saw, we told the waitress that we're going to take off. She didn't seem surprised. $18 all you can eat more like $18 for all you could throw up. There should be a choice for -5 stars. read more

My all time favorite restaurant on the island!!! I take everyone I know here and have never been dissatisfied. They're welcoming and friendly along with great energy all around!! read more

Fried chicken as good as moms , never a disappointment, buffet southern style , friendly and this is making me hungry

It's my first time in the island and this place. Do not judge a book by its cover! From outside may not seem anything exciting or happening, but the place is spacious enough and cozy. They have a la carte menu and All You Can Eat Buffet included ice tea/ sodas. They have varieties of foods to choose from, such as Mac and cheese, grits, corn in the cobs or kernels, rice, sautéed shrimps, crispy shrimps, grill chicken and fried chicken which was delicious, juicy and crispy. I went for a second plate just for the crispy shrimps and the fried chicken, because they were so good. There's salad and dessert too. It's a perfect place if you want something quick, and delicious, especially warm grits during a chilly rainy day! Don't over think it, try this place, because I know I'll come back again in the future! The service was friendly and the place looks clean! read more

Normal this place is good but I got a rack of ribs from here and they were soured like they had been left out in the heat of something for too long. I couldn't eat them. I tried to call to let the restaurant know so I could bring them back but they had closed for the day and wouldn't be open again until Monday. I had to toss them by then. Sucks. Giant waste of money. read more

Staff was not wearing mask as noted. This place is simply a Feedbag and nothing more. The food is just average not an exceptional experience. read more

Just an observation. The buffet runs out of the main item fairly quickly. And the demand can exceed the ability of the chef to cook more. If you don't want an indefinite wait, get there at 11 am sharp. If you are looking for a specific main item, call ahead. There is no guarantee you will find shrimp on Friday. read more

Had the breakfast buffet this morning, first in line. Placed an eggs to order - Order of medium eggs came out well done. Didn't mix well with the very dry and lumpy grits. Patty sausage tasted like scrabble, biscuits like sawdust and gravy very bland. The worst was the rude lady operating the register... Stay away!! Best, Local Patron read more

My family of 5 was on vacation in Fernandina Beach over Thanksgiving break. On Thursday, there was only 8 restaurants open on the entire island. Everything was closed; grocery stores and convenience stores included. We were in a jam. We ventured in to Island BBQ for their Thanksgiving Buffett. BEST EVER!! The Turkey and ham were amazing; an astounding assortment of sides; all very fresh with tremendous flavor, and an incredible blueberry cobbler to die for. A la mode to boot. High quality for a low price; no taking advantage of the captive tourists. The Owners were super friendly and accommodating. We highly recommend Island BBQ. The Brinker Family. read more

Ho-ly crap guys. This place is fantastic. Friendly service, cozy little location, and to top it all absolutely spectacular ribs. I can't offer much more that you won't think yourself, you just gotta go and check this place out! read more

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Just ok. We didn't like the baked beans or coleslaw but the green beans were good. Had pulled pork too, just ok.

I thought this place had gone out of business, but it turns out they just moved locations. The new location is exactly what you want in a BBQ joint, unassuming and basic. Money should be spent on the meat! I had the pulled pork sandwich and coleslaw and both were quite nice. The sandwich was served on a steamed bun with a healthy portion of meat and just the right amount of sauce dripping down the sides. The sauce is a bit more Carolina than KC, but not too heavy on the vinegar and mustard. It was a nice compliment to the smoke in the meat, which was tender with evidence of a good bark. The slaw was shredded super fine which gave it a melt-in-your-mouth quality. Overall, a good place to satisfy your craving for southern BBQ. read more

Stopped in this week to see about ordering for a group of 8 men coming to my house for a meeting. They were super friendly and helpful and took my order for pulled pork, smoked chicken, beans and slaw without any hesitation for next day service. Food was hot and ready when I picked up and there was nary a leftover! Definitely will go again - and hubby wants to try the buffet :) read more

Food was OK, sides pretty good, chicken so so. A bit pricey for what it is. lady working the front counter was nice, however the chef swearing and yelling her in the back was very uncomfortable and unprofessional. I would rate the food three stars, but due to that experience it takes it down a notch. read more

Walked in at 4:20 lady came out rudely told us she won't serve us even thought they close at 8. So we left and will never be back and I hope that place that smells awfull, nothing was clean staff was horrid and they hate anyone that tries to order anything. If I could rate this place a zero I would. read more

Been missing this place when it was way out in Yulee. Glad it's back on Amelia and close by to everything. They do it right.

Ordered whole chickens to go along with sides. When I went to serve it I found only legs and thighs. The last time I looked a whole chicken has more parts!! Food was good but CHECK your To Go orders BEFORE you leave. Felt cheated. read more

This place was quite a surprise. Turkey sliced barbecue was very nice and tasty. They use a great sauce. Cole slaw was delicious with the added pineapple. My husband had the brisket sandwich and said it was great. read more

The pulled pork is good, the brisket is good, the ribs were fine but didn't stand out to me. The red sauce for the beef is good. The orangey "Island sauce" is odd tasting and not the same as it was at the old location and I don't like it. And they sauce your meat without asking you so you would do better to ask for them specifically to not do that and to give it to you on the side instead so you can taste it first. I'm glad to have them back and to have another good barbecue option on the island. read more

Stopped in after hearing great things locally. Fresh on site cooking. Friendly staff. Pulled Pork sandwich was awesome. Give this place a try if you are in the mood for fresh bar b q. read more