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Stopped in for a quick and easy meal. Our brisket was cooked to perfection. The homemade pickles and pork rind were a nice touch. It was quiet today, but service was very attentive and friendly! The interior had great natural light, and I loved the aesthetic on the inside
Ive been to longleaf a couple of times before but this time I went for their Burial Beer Dinner as part of their 3rd anniversary celebration. It was a 5 course meal with each dish paired with a beer from Burial brewery. Everything was unique and flavorful which you won't find on their regular menu. My favorite was the Venison Loin. It was smoked and cooked perfectly to a medium rare. The brown butter rutabaga paired really well with it. The smoked swordfish was also really good. I haven't had swordfish smoked before so it was definitely interesting.
The question we asked ourselves is what made them decide to open up a BBQ spot? Like seriously?? How can you serve DRY meat when you say it's smoked and kept at resting temperature. Every ounce of meat on our plate was dry. Once we remembered that another smokehouse that would NEVER serve such was right down the street, made us even more upset. Just unbelievable. And to serve pinto beans and call them baked beans........ catastrophic. One and done.
We sat outside in the covered patio with a nice breeze. We went on a Sunday and it was not too busy. Our waitress was very attentive and had recommended the pimento mac n cheese that was a 10/10. All of their sauces pair well with any item on the menu, the carolina vinegar was my personal favorite. Would eat here when visiting again.
Came for dinner on a weeknight at around 7 PM and they were already out of ribs, so will come earlier next time. I did try: + Cheerwine slush + Pulled pork sandwich + Boiled peanuts + Pimento mac and cheese + potato salad + whiskey baked beans + Collards + Pimento hush puppies Standouts were the mac and cheese and collards. Also liked the cheerwine slush, potato salad, baked beans and hush puppies. Carolina gold bbq sauce was amazing on everything. Will try the brisket next time, too!
When you come to the south you expect good barbecue and Longleaf delivers it with a smile. from the wait staff and the kitchen staff .They have a nice outdoor covered area and all the condiments you would expect. I had the pulled pork platter with really good fries highly recommend also we split the mac and cheese and wings the mac had a really good cheesy flavor only caveat was the macaroni was a bit overcooked I like mine a bit more firm but it was still good but the wings were the hit super big and seasoned perfectly would go back in an instant
Went on a Saturday night and it was not too busy. There is a large outdoor dining area and seating inside also. We seated ourselves and were able to order quickly. I tried the Carolina Gold BBQ Whole Smoked & Fried Chicken Wings and the Roasted & Fried Sweet Potatoes. The wings were okay, they were cooked good but the sauce wasn't my favorite. Someone at my table had the wings with buffalo sauce and I liked that much butter. The ranch wasn't good at all, tasted like nothing and was very bland. The sweet potatoes were also just okay. They were topped with goat cheese, candied pepitas and agave. I love sweet potatoes but these just missed the mark for me. Most of them seemed slightly undercooked as they were hard and tough to chew. I enjoyed the combinations of toppings but I wasn't really able to enjoy them altogether as the potatoes weren't the best. Someone at my table also had the pimento mac & cheese and it was so good! I definitely wish I would have ordered that instead. Our waitress was nice and gave us recommendations on the menu items. Overall, I would come back to try other menu items!
A very nice experience at Longleaf Swine BBQ. Service was good and very attentive. The menu offered a lot of options. Everyone enjoyed the bbq. My favorite was the smash burger. The fried crackers and pimento cheese were very good.
One of the best bbq spots in Raleigh! Definitely try the brisket sandwich, it is the best thing on the menu! We also tried the smoked chicken pot pie that was a special this season and was perfect for the weather starting to change! The service is always very good and super quick!
Stop selling food! Just serve drinks. Brisket (even the fatty pieces) lacked flavor and was dry! Ribs, DRY! Chicken wings, outrageously over cooked!!!! I don't drink so I can only assume the drinks are good since there was a decent amount of people there because there is no way they came for the food. I really wanted it to be better.
While the drink and service were good, the food left us wanting. In fact, we didn't finish it. The brisket and ribs were dry and the Mac and cheese needed salt, which wasn't on the table so we added hot sauce. We were so excited to eat here because it was featured in a magazine as an up and coming bbq place.
My partner and I are in NC for a wedding and we made the decision to stay another day to explore the city and cuisine. We on a whim, chose to try Longleaf because as we drove by we were chuckling at the name. It had an inside and an outside seating and we chose to sit on the outside. The servers were very attentive and waiting for the food took no time. For an appetizer we shared the 5 wings with Carolina gold sauce, those wings were so tender and juicy, you literally do not need teeth to enjoy it. So good. I had the brisket platter with collards with corn bread and it was so good. 5/5 I mixed all three bbq sauces and lemme tell you it was everything I needed. The brisket had a perfect bark and it was the perfect bite. My partner had the brisket sandwich and his review is that it was outstanding. 5/5 As my partner watched the game I order boiled peanuts and pork skins because damn do I like pork skins? Idk but I like their pork skins. And the boiled nuts DE Freaking Licious. 5/5 Great experience! Good vibes thank you for having us !
Sitting here on the patio still letting that amazing food digest. Delicious bbq. I got the pulled pork with collards and my husband got the special spicy brisket Philly with pimento Mac & cheese. Everything was super tasty. Service was quick and super friendly. So glad we found this place for some tasty Carolina bbq.
15 days ago
Longleaf Swine is one of my favorite Raleigh restaurants. I've been a few times for Sunday brunch and it never disappoints. The brunch menu has a variety of options, but I continue to hyper fixate on the breakfast burrito. It's delicious and loaded with brisket. Like what more can you ask for? I can also highly recommend their cold brew, smoked chicken wings, and their regular bbq platters. Their brisket in general is the best I've had in Raleigh - so tender, juicy, and perfectly seasoned. Great BBQ and great vibes. read more
I used to go to a church just down the road so Swine had been on my list of places to try for months. I took a seat at the outdoor bar and started with some smoked wings. 5 whole wings, so really 10 wings at most places. Meat was juicy enough, maybe I was hoping for more of a dry rub though. I used the tangy BBQ sauce and sweet BBQ sauce on them, and they certainly enhanced the flavor. I usually like mustard based sauces, but theirs was little more peppery than I wanted Then, per the bartender's recommendation, I ordered the brisket melt sandwich, and it was the undisputed highlight of the meal Muenster cheese, thinly sliced white onion, pickle chips, and a good load of horseradish sauce. The brisket had an amazing flavor, and all the other toppings came together beautifully. But that Union bakery bun is just another level. It's like brioche, it was so soft, but somehow a little more substantial. For my side dish, I went with the sweet potatoes with goat cheese, pepitas, and agave. This was just ok. For me, the potatoes could have been cooked longer, a little more crispness would have really helped. I did think the goat cheese was a unique flavor with a milder ingredient like a sweet potato, but it did work with the other ingredients pretty well. Only one unisex bathroom and it's small, so be warned! read more
Stopped in for a quick and easy meal. Our brisket was cooked to perfection. The homemade pickles and pork rind were a nice touch. It was quiet today, but service was very attentive and friendly! The interior had great natural light, and I loved the aesthetic on the inside read more
Ive been to longleaf a couple of times before but this time I went for their Burial Beer Dinner as part of their 3rd anniversary celebration. It was a 5 course meal with each dish paired with a beer from Burial brewery. Everything was unique and flavorful which you won't find on their regular menu. My favorite was the Venison Loin. It was smoked and cooked perfectly to a medium rare. The brown butter rutabaga paired really well with it. The smoked swordfish was also really good. I haven't had swordfish smoked before so it was definitely interesting. read more
5 months ago
The question we asked ourselves is what made them decide to open up a BBQ spot? Like seriously?? How can you serve DRY meat when you say it's smoked and kept at resting temperature. Every ounce of meat on our plate was dry. Once we remembered that another smokehouse that would NEVER serve such was right down the street, made us even more upset. Just unbelievable. And to serve pinto beans and call them baked beans........ catastrophic. One and done. read more
22 days ago
We sat outside in the covered patio with a nice breeze. We went on a Sunday and it was not too busy. Our waitress was very attentive and had recommended the pimento mac n cheese that was a 10/10. All of their sauces pair well with any item on the menu, the carolina vinegar was my personal favorite. Would eat here when visiting again. read more
Came for dinner on a weeknight at around 7 PM and they were already out of ribs, so will come earlier next time. I did try: + Cheerwine slush + Pulled pork sandwich + Boiled peanuts + Pimento mac and cheese + potato salad + whiskey baked beans + Collards + Pimento hush puppies Standouts were the mac and cheese and collards. Also liked the cheerwine slush, potato salad, baked beans and hush puppies. Carolina gold bbq sauce was amazing on everything. Will try the brisket next time, too! read more
When you come to the south you expect good barbecue and Longleaf delivers it with a smile. from the wait staff and the kitchen staff .They have a nice outdoor covered area and all the condiments you would expect. I had the pulled pork platter with really good fries highly recommend also we split the mac and cheese and wings the mac had a really good cheesy flavor only caveat was the macaroni was a bit overcooked I like mine a bit more firm but it was still good but the wings were the hit super big and seasoned perfectly would go back in an instant read more
Went on a Saturday night and it was not too busy. There is a large outdoor dining area and seating inside also. We seated ourselves and were able to order quickly. I tried the Carolina Gold BBQ Whole Smoked & Fried Chicken Wings and the Roasted & Fried Sweet Potatoes. The wings were okay, they were cooked good but the sauce wasn't my favorite. Someone at my table had the wings with buffalo sauce and I liked that much butter. The ranch wasn't good at all, tasted like nothing and was very bland. The sweet potatoes were also just okay. They were topped with goat cheese, candied pepitas and agave. I love sweet potatoes but these just missed the mark for me. Most of them seemed slightly undercooked as they were hard and tough to chew. I enjoyed the combinations of toppings but I wasn't really able to enjoy them altogether as the potatoes weren't the best. Someone at my table also had the pimento mac & cheese and it was so good! I definitely wish I would have ordered that instead. Our waitress was nice and gave us recommendations on the menu items. Overall, I would come back to try other menu items! read more
A very nice experience at Longleaf Swine BBQ. Service was good and very attentive. The menu offered a lot of options. Everyone enjoyed the bbq. My favorite was the smash burger. The fried crackers and pimento cheese were very good. read more
One of the best bbq spots in Raleigh! Definitely try the brisket sandwich, it is the best thing on the menu! We also tried the smoked chicken pot pie that was a special this season and was perfect for the weather starting to change! The service is always very good and super quick! read more
5 months ago
Stop selling food! Just serve drinks. Brisket (even the fatty pieces) lacked flavor and was dry! Ribs, DRY! Chicken wings, outrageously over cooked!!!! I don't drink so I can only assume the drinks are good since there was a decent amount of people there because there is no way they came for the food. I really wanted it to be better. read more
4 months ago
While the drink and service were good, the food left us wanting. In fact, we didn't finish it. The brisket and ribs were dry and the Mac and cheese needed salt, which wasn't on the table so we added hot sauce. We were so excited to eat here because it was featured in a magazine as an up and coming bbq place. read more
11 months ago
My partner and I are in NC for a wedding and we made the decision to stay another day to explore the city and cuisine. We on a whim, chose to try Longleaf because as we drove by we were chuckling at the name. It had an inside and an outside seating and we chose to sit on the outside. The servers were very attentive and waiting for the food took no time. For an appetizer we shared the 5 wings with Carolina gold sauce, those wings were so tender and juicy, you literally do not need teeth to enjoy it. So good. I had the brisket platter with collards with corn bread and it was so good. 5/5 I mixed all three bbq sauces and lemme tell you it was everything I needed. The brisket had a perfect bark and it was the perfect bite. My partner had the brisket sandwich and his review is that it was outstanding. 5/5 As my partner watched the game I order boiled peanuts and pork skins because damn do I like pork skins? Idk but I like their pork skins. And the boiled nuts DE Freaking Licious. 5/5 Great experience! Good vibes thank you for having us ! read more
Sitting here on the patio still letting that amazing food digest. Delicious bbq. I got the pulled pork with collards and my husband got the special spicy brisket Philly with pimento Mac & cheese. Everything was super tasty. Service was quick and super friendly. So glad we found this place for some tasty Carolina bbq. read more
1 year ago
We came to this restaurant in the evening and there were a decent amount of people dining inside. The tables are kind of small although the restaurant was spacious. The business offers a variety of BBQ food options. Our service was good. Unfortunately the ribs were bland & the mac was a little greasy. The ribs were tender and the food was served warm. read more
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1 year ago
Incredible first time North Carolina BBQ experience. Food was fantastic, our server was so friendly and cool and gave us all the pointers on cool spots to visit, ambience was perfect (casual, laid back and local). I had the pulled pork Sandwich, my hubby had the brisket melt and my sis had the pulled pork grilled cheese. Wings were also fantastic. Loved the bottles of different bbq sauce on the table. So good!!! read more
10 months ago
Saying the food was good is an understatement. We tried the BBQ sampler , I believe it was called "the Pigpen". I don't know how they did it but the flavor of the smoke really penetrated the meat bringing out an amazing flavor. The restaurant had a great atmosphere and the service was amazing and quick. Highly recommend coming here for a taste of amazing BBQ. read more
Who knew that one could find really good bbq in North Carolina. As someone who has been to the birthplace of American BBQ and tried it all over the US, I wouldn't have thought that Raleigh could be on a list of great bbq, until now.. Really cool open air concept with plenty of seating (picnic table style). Contactless ordering system which is really quite fast. Drinks took less than a couple of minutes to arrive. I ordered the brisket and mac-n-cheese, which are by far my go-to selections when trying a bbq place for the first time. The brisket was absolutely on point. Accompanied by a small variety of sauces, albeit a bit more liquidy than I'm used to but still great flavor. The mac-n-cheese was AMAZING. So rich, creamy and a crunch topping that really brought it all together and ranked it right up there amongst the best I've ever had. Don't hesitate for a minute to check this place out. You won't be disappointed. read more
Just okay BBQ for me. I went to Longleaf Swine BBQ on a Thursday afternoon with my husband and two kids and it wasn't too busy. There was lots of outdoor seating available and there were signs at each entrance explaining the process of ordering whether you are looking to dine in or pick up a takeout order. Each table had a table number with a QR code to scan to bring up the menu. Some may like this concept but as my husband pointed out, if you are a person who has questions about the food/drinks it would kind of make you feel like you are on your own to figure it out. I didn't see anywhere to order water for my kids and I, but after looking around I saw there is a self-service water station. We thought the food wasn't all that great, especially for the price. Everything is standalone so a pulled pork sandwich and a side of pimento mac and cheese will get up to $17. We were really excited to try the Pimento Mac and Cheese when we saw that it is topped with fried saltine crackers but the mac and cheese was pretty greasy - there was a puddle of grease on the bottom of the container and the fried saltines were on the soggier side because of it. One plus that I liked was that the tables had little battery powered fans to keep the bugs away :). read more
Excellent smoked meats. The best wings in town and there is some good competition. They keep the whole wing intact and that makes a difference. Smoking and then frying makes flavor and texture per effect. Sauce not really needed. Sides here are very good such as slow cooked collard greens and mixed baked beans. Banana pudding great as well. Nice covered out door eating area and excellent service. . read more
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***** Wonderful food, service and ambience were just fantastic!! For an out of towner to just run into this place by accident was the cherry on top!! I will be back. read more
1 year ago
Very solid bbq spot here in Raleigh! No big wait, food came quickly, waitstaff was good. Classic bbq restaurant feels. The best things we had were the mac and cheese, brisket, and the chocolate chess pie is to die for! read more
4 months ago
One of the biggest downsides to this place is no designated parking lot. They do have a page on their website with nearby lots shown, but it's still annoying to drive around looking for a spot and then waking several blocks to eat. Not really their fault, but would discourage me from frequenting this much. Service was very fast when I was there on a Thursday at 5pm. It only took about 2 minutes for my food (to go) to be brought out. Be sure to check your bag for utensils and napkins! The pork sandwich was good, but I wish I'd grabbed some sauce before leaving. It could've used just a little bit more pizazz. The pimento Mac and cheese was good. It had some crunchy topping on it. Unfortunately, the pork didn't agree with my stomach later but that could be a me issue! Food was still good. read more
11 months ago
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Decor is rustic trendy. It's an old brick building and when it was redone the walls were left rough. The wooden ceiling beams left bare and new conduit run on them. The tables are rough hewn but sanded. I've got nothing against trendy industrial vibes generally. The tables however were left so rough drinks will not sit flat on them. Kinda of an issue in a place that's half restaurant/half bar IMO. Everything's clean though. My table or the floor wasn't sticky. You won't feel like you shouldn't touch things like in some places. The pulled pork was sadly the most disappointing thing. It had a good Smokey taste. Sadly it was spicy, like chile spicy hot. I could see the chile peppers in it. Maybe that's a normal thing here in the east but I've not experienced it before and did not appreciate it. It should def be mentioned by servers or put on the menu. No points off though because that's a personal preference. However def a point off for the pulled pork being dry. I'll put up with that from a grocery store pulled pork but not someplace calling itself a BBQ joint. The fries.... Godly. The best ones I have had in years. These guys are making them in tallow! What?! I've only been able to get that at home for decades it seems. Hooray for Longleaf Swine BBQ! I also had a a cheeseburger. They do them smash style which I don't care for but it was executed in perfect smash burger style. My second side was Mac and cheese. It was done well. Again not my favorite style as it was a bit grainy with cheese curds but some people prefer that. I just like mine silky smooth. The topping was some kind of spiced cracker, it was interesting and flavorful. I would get it again. 4 sauces to choose from on the table. An NC sauce, an SC sauce, a vinegar, and a tomato based. They were all good and should cater to many taste buds. My fav was the gold sauce but I am not a sauce user in general. Gimmie the meat! And it better be able stand on its own... Most aspects here are 5 star but damn I HAVE to take a point off for dry ish pulled pork. I didn't complain so I don't know how they would have handled it but customer service was executed very well in all the interactions I saw and I suspect it would have been taken care of somehow. All in all a good place. I would go back. The cleanliness is above par. The food is above par. Those fries alone would have me... the price was surprisingly good. It was just 27 bucks for two dinners. The quality of the establishment and food had me thinking I wasn't getting out that cheap. Although I didn't get a drink as the water they served in a spring top bottle was delicious. Yeah delicious water, I know. They are worth checking out. read more
11 months ago
Y'all I love this place. From the pimento mac & cheese to the pulled pork with multiple table sauces to the roasted sweet potatoes topped with goat cheese to the chicken wings, it all rules. They have a ton of outdoor seating and a bar and you can just order from a QR code at your table. Also props for the quirky menu items like the frito pie and the ribbler. Seriously you have to try it. read more
4 years ago
Longleaf Swine BBQ is a relatively new restaurant in Raleigh. It opened about three months ago and started as a food truck. They do whole hog BBQ with the smoker in the back of the restaurant. The inside of the restaurant is small with 7 tables and 6 bar stools at the bar section. There are many tables outside with heaters though. They are in the spot where the Oakwood Cafe was and a Texaco gas station. If you sit at a table you need to order from a QR code but if you sit at the bar section where we ended up they took your order directly. Fountain drinks and iced tea are located in a corner of the restaurant and you serve yourself. The sauces options are sweet; tangy; gold and vinegar. I went with the pulled pork and sweet sauce. I thought I ordered a sandwich but I just got the meat which is fine with me. For sides I went with esquites (corn) and roasted sweet potatoes with goat cheese and walnuts. I didn't realize the size of the sides so had to take most of the potatoes to go. I had also ordered a banana pudding. It was the third time I tried to order it in the past few weeks so I finally got some! Then as I enjoyed what I was eating wanted to try more so went with the ribs; pimento mac n cheese and cornbread to go. I also did the chocolate chess tart to go. So this was a lot to try and took a few meals. My favorites were the pulled pork and esquites. The sweet potatoes were better in the restaurant than reheated but they were still good with that goat cheese! I also enjoyed the pimento mac n cheese. But the Mexican street corn was so very good. I do wish they could do a side sampler where you could get a smaller portion of a few sides. The chocolate chess tart was good but the banana pudding was exceptional. I can't forget that cornbread either. I think I found a new go to place for BBQ :-) read more
1 year ago
Paid 16 dollars for 2 tiny ribs and some coleslaw that was mostly mayonnaise. I would not come here if you're hungry. The food tasted fine but the amount of food they give you is a joke. read more
4 years ago
This is a nice, family-and-community oriented restaurant. There were more folks sitting outside than in. The tall heaters helped tremendously on this brisk winter evening. The owners started with a food truck. That business was every successful. Then, the restaurant was devised. The location is perfect! They get the lunch crowd and the afternoon and evening/night crowd. It is my understand that the lunch line will snake around the corner and down the street on many days. Customers don't mind the wait but it's best to order ahead. The drink options are plentiful (full bar), as are the food options. I enjoyed the Spiked Apple Cider - perfect for a cold night. I will note that arrival after dinner may result in them being out of certain items (banana pudding, ribs). They were not out of brisket. I had a taste from the plate of a table mate. It was delicious as only a nice smoked slab of brisket can be! Fortunately, I didn't see a sampler (of everything) option on the menu. I also sampled the Pimento Mac & Cheese and it will be on my plate when I next visit. I ordered the Collard Green Melt. It is a Vegetarian option with fresh apple, collards, crispy tobacco onions, muenster cheese, on toasted sourdough bread. It spoke to me and I had to have it. It was divine as it was something different. However, on my next visit, I will also order the brisket! I saw that many around me were ordering sandwiches which looked hearty. All of the staff were helpful and cordial. I can't wait to visit again! Oh, you can easily order via the tag and pay the same way. read more
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