Backwoodz BBQ Restaurant -- 400 W Williamsburg Rd, Sandston, VA 23150, right across from Richmond…read moreInternational Airport I had the pleasure of visiting Backwoodz BBQ Restaurant last weekend with my wife, her two brothers, my father-in-law, and my nephew, and I can honestly say this was one of the most enjoyable restaurant experiences we've had in a long time. Let me start with the most important part: THE FOOD! I ordered The Whiting Fish Plate with two sides and cornbread, and the fish, macaroni and cheese, and cornbread were amazing. My father-in-law also had the fish and couldn't believe how much food was on his plate. My wife's brothers got the brisket and absolutely loved the flavor of the barbecue. The portions are generous, the food is fresh, and you definitely won't leave wondering where your money went. And then there's the atmosphere. From the moment we walked through the door, the hostess was incredibly welcoming. It felt genuine, and that kind of hospitality is something you don't encounter nearly as often as you should. There was also a gentleman there who was basically a one-man show. He was extremely talented, both musically and vocally. He sang all of the classic songs, and we almost couldn't eat because we were too busy singing along with him! It really added something special to the experience. The restaurant was also extremely clean, comfortable, and had a welcoming, almost home-like feeling. Another thing that really stood out to me was the owner coming out to check on us and ask how everything was. After tasting that food, I didn't even need to say much. I think the look on my face said everything. That was the look of pure satisfaction! He actually sat down with our family, and we got the opportunity to ask him questions about his history with food, where he got his influences, and what gave him the desire to cook. He also let us know that since we were from North Carolina, if he was catering an event, he could make whatever style of barbecue his clients desired. That's some real culinary skill. Being able to adapt your barbecue to what your customers want says a lot about your experience and knowledge of the craft. But what impressed me even more was watching him take the time to talk with my nephew and mentor him on some business questions he had. That really stood out to me. It wasn't just about serving us food. He took an interest in our family and was willing to share some of his knowledge and experience. I was truly impressed with the entire interaction. Overall, Backwoodz BBQ Restaurant is a restaurant I would absolutely recommend. Great food, generous portions, welcoming service, a unique atmosphere, live music, and an owner who genuinely seems to care about his customers. We came in to try something new, and we left already talking about what we're going to try next time. If you're in Sandston or the Richmond, VA area, especially if you're coming through Richmond International Airport, I highly recommend giving Backwoodz BBQ Restaurant a try. You won't just be getting a meal. You'll get an experience.

Great spot. Hospitable staff. Welcoming, informative…read more Basic ambiance. Not there for that anyway. Food definition gives you, "Backwoods." Tastes like somebody smoked and cooked the meat, in the "backwoods" behind someone's house. Had the Brisket dinner, with cold slaw, baked beans, and half a slab of ribs (see pics). The "sides" needed more attention. Very basic. VERY. Brisket was ok. A lot of "smoked" flavor, which is to be expected. Ribs, tasty, great portion. I'd recommend.

PLEASANTLY SURPRISING MEAL! Visited this BBQ spot on a whim after sitting in line at another fast…read morefood place that was taking forever to even take my order. I went inside and ordered a pulled chicken sandwich with baked beans. I was offered a sample of the baked beans before ordering which was a very nice gesture by staff. They were helpful and patient with me as I tried to figure out what to order. I wasn't sure what sauce to get but explained the flavor I was going for to a staff member. He gave me 2 different sauces to try and I absolutely loved the Tupelo Honey Hot. It was so delicious. The pulled chicken was tender and flavorful. The baked beans had brisket incorporated and were really good also. The meal was only $13.33. Definitely recommend if you're looking for some pulled chicken.

Solid BBQ place with a great mission as you would think, it's in its name with okay sides…read more Basically, the review is just this. It's usually a clean restaurant that's relatively busy throughout the day. As good BBQ selection, including chicken and all of your other non barbu q ish type dishes which is great for those who don't like pork The staff is outstanding as always. I've also done catering from them, and catering is a great thing that they do. They're always lively and helpful, they're t selection is pretty decent. Overall, really good place to go out.And get some pretty solid barbecue

The wings are sooo good, always cooked to perfection. Mac & cheese is decent for a chain…read morerestaurant. collards were perfectly seasoned and had vinegar!

You can't go wrong with bbq. I love coming here for their Burnt Ends plate that comes with 2 sides…read moreand a corn muffin. I've visited their Glen Allen location, but decided to check out the one in Midlo. It is always a pleasant experience to dine in. Everything is clean and updated. We ordered 2 plates, but my husband forgot that he doesn't like his burnt ends saturated in sauce. He asked the cashier if they can redo it without the sauce and was told no. That was disappointing. We ended up packing his meal and didn't eat. My plate was great and had no issues.

Great food- pork, brisket,okra,hush puppies,vegetables &sweet tea!!! exceptional food for the…read moreprice. Hoping to go back next weekend!

I put alot of faith in 1st impressions as to what the remainder of the experience will be. It…read moredidn't fail me on this visit. When I walked in the door I was met with less than enthusiastic staff. No personality at all. I hate talking bad about staff. Most work real hard, maybe it was just a bad day. I ordered the large pork bbq sandwich with slaw and a chopped brisket (what?) sandwich with slaw. And a side of baked beans (pint). The bun was very stiff and the brisket had no smoke smell or flavor. This is why I don't care for chopped brisket. You can't see the smoke ring or crust which is why I'm not sure what the cut was. It was a bit dry and chewy. The pint of beans had no flavor either. They seemed like they came from a can. The pork bbq was the same. For the price I paid for 3 sandwiches it definitely was not a good value. I'm afraid I can't give you a good review on this visit. Poor impression and poor brisket. Lethal combination.

Really good comfort food spot that is easy on your bank account. My fiance and I have Saucy's at…read moreleast every other payday, just because.

Drove by this place a few weeks ago and thought to myself I would have to check it out. The bldg…read moredoesn't look like much but when I parked and got out I could smell the smoke aroma. It made me hungry before I even went inside. The inside gives a picnic style atmosphere with a nice bar. It was early in the day so my wife and I were the only people there which also allowed us to be seated and served quickly. We decided to order the container sampler and added a sausage link. The food had a light smoky taste and was tender. The chicken was a little dry but still tasty. I added a little sauce to it and it was good to go. The potato salad was good and the kale greens had a twist with black beans in them. This place seems to have a tomato based BBQ sauce but had nice flavor. I recommend it and will definitely be going back. I really want to try the peanut butter pie.

I read reviews before we came so you can imagine my disappointment when there was not just a man in…read morethe back selling meat from tin foil as stated before. Just a super friendly and accommodating team serving fresh, delicious food. My fiancé is heavily judgmental with bbq and she absolutely loved it . Highly recommend the beef brisket, Mac and cheese, and baked beans. There were plenty of tables, and the decorations were cute pictures of their business. They have a parking lot with plenty of space too. A great experience. Kudos to the team!

If you're looking for a sit-down restaurant for a family dinner, this isn't the place. If you want…read morea wide-ranging menu, this isn't the place either. But if you're after some great brisket to take home and enjoy, this just might be your spot! Tucked away in the back corner of a small plaza, Allman's is an unassuming spot that shares space with what looks like an outdoor-gear shop. The owner's a genuinely good-natured guy who chats with customers while preparing orders -- the kind of local touch you can't fake. I ordered a pound of brisket with a pint of coleslaw and BBQ beans. The brisket was fall-apart tender and juicy. The beans were a bit runny, so I didn't expect much -- but the flavor won me over. And the coleslaw? Solid. Price-wise, it felt cheaper than its Route 19 competitors. So in the end, Allman's takes the top spot for brisket in the area.

Ditto to Lindsey S review. Generous portions, excellent flavor, and a large selection of sauces…read more The coleslaw was good to.

Best dang BBQ I have had in a very long time! Ample portions! The service was great. The owners…read morewere both there and did a great job getting people in and out quickly whilst still educating everyone about your choice of foods and sauces. I got the pork sandwich meal with two sides and I must say the sandwich was huge and overflowing with pork. I got the Carolina vinegar sauce as well as the habanero hot sauce. Both were out of this world. The vinegar sauce has a spicy sweet kick to it. It made everything so juicy. I also used some of the habanero and it has a good heat to it. I would happily eat that on a shoe. The Mac and cheese and Cole slaw both hit the spot! Will definitely travel across Richmond to get it again soon!

Prior to being diagnosed with Celiac (can't eat wheat (gluten)), one of my guilty pleasures was…read moregetting food from Food Trucks. It's one of those culinary grab bags where you never quite know if what you're eating is fresh, pre-prepared, good, bad, the best thing you've ever eaten, or hardly palatable. And it comes out of a vehicle. It's a weird experience that I 100% support. --Food: Every so often you come across a place where everything naturally gluten free, like 1 Smokery Pl., which is awesome news for me. I've been here a couple times and really have enjoyed everything! - Ghost Bites with Pork Belly: These are awesome! They're not really as hot as the name would make it sound, but they have a bit of a kick to them. The potato croquettes are absolutely amazing. I don't know how a potato croquette can be this tasty, but they're easily the star of the dish. They're crispy, seasoned impeccably, and have the most smooth and satisfying inside. The pork belly was good too, but really the potato and accompanying sauces are the real deal. - Smoked Chicken Nachos: Also really enjoyed these. Unlike the potato bites above, everything was more or less expected in these. That's not to say they're bad at all, because they're not, they're very tasty, but if you have in your mind what Smoked Chicken Nachos would taste like, you pretty much nailed it. - BBQ Bites: My fiancée got these and also really enjoyed them. The potatoes again were the center of discussion. --Cost: Well worth it and definitely in line with your average food truck prices. Most items are about $10, some the steak or fish being a little more. --Service: Staff is super nice. It's cook to order so you wait about 10/15 min for food. (like most Food Trucks). --Overall: Anyone that likes any of the descriptions of these items should check out 1 Smokery Pl., food allergies or not, as this is truly a great truck. If there was one downside it's that there seems to be an inconsistent schedule and finding them on any given day near you might be challenging. Other than that, easy 5 star for me.

A solid overall food truck that puts a twist on your traditional smoked offerings…read more The folks who operate it are friendly. The portions are filling. I ordered the smoked pork belly bites to start. This portion was pretty good, but I thought it lacked a Smokey punch I was looking for. I finished with the Smokey tomato gazpacho. This was the real winner, amazing really. Smokey, a little spice, cool and refreshing, sweet, etc. The menu items were fun, but id love to see some traditional options as well (pulled pork, brisket, etc.).