An edit to my previous review - so disappointed and even offended by this food - no one who ever had even halfway decent 'cue would eat this offal. Five minutes away in Seffner is Kojak's - a Tampa institution relocated. Go try it - you'll be happier. read more

Incredibly friendly service, great BBQ, be sure to try all six of the sauces. Had the Brisket, Pulled Pork, Mac and Cheese, and Cole slaw. Great all around American BBQ ambiance read more

Mission BBQ - 2 Meat sampler with Brisket and pulled pork - Barbeque Near Me - Brandon, Florida

Portions were definitely good. Got a brisket sandwich and a pulled pork sandwich. Great service. Everyone was friendly and we were well taken care of. This is the type of place where you walk up, order, sit down and then get your food. Brisket (sliced) sandwich was $12.50. Pulled pork sandwich was around $9. Didn't include sides, so we ordered a cole slaw and some fries. The sides were $3-4 each. I wish the sides were included. The brisket was a bit dry, but they did ask if I wanted lean or fatty. I did say lean, so I don't knock them for that. I hate fatty brisket! So I just used some extra sauce. It was very tender. Speaking of sauce? They have like 6 to try and all are unique. I'd definitely eat here again. I see there are locations all over, but this one was very friendly. I was there at noon, and everyone stops what they are doing to sing the National Anthem. I recommend! read more

Mission BBQ - Pulled pork sandwich with fries. - Barbeque Near Me - Brandon, Florida

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Was not a fan of this place. Very small portions for the price. Everything was measured out with ice cream scoops and the meats seemed old and was definitely very dry. read more

Whenever I go to Mission Barbeque, customer service is never short of 5 stars. This particular location has always made me walk out with a smile. Food is always good. But nothing can replace top notch customer service. Thank you guys for all of your hard work. read more

Best BBQ, hands down, from their pulled pork to their brisket. Collard greens are to die for! Excellent food and service.

Matt, thank you for a wonderful visit today. Your whole staff is wonderful and so friendly. Your restaurant is so clean and fully stocked!!! The experience was fantastic as you don't get engaged staff anymore like yours!!! Our first time there was enjoyed immensely on this Saturday!!! read more

Best all around BBQ I have ever had. We had green beans, Cole slaw, collard greens, and baked cheezy potatoes for sides. All 4 were great. We had a three meat sampler with ribs, sausage and pulled chicken. All 3 were good maybe just slightly over smoked. Easy to do when you use oak. We sampled all 6 BBQ sauces and all were excellent-- none too sweet and none too spicy. That has never happened before. Often there is one I like-- again, not here -- 6 top notch sauces. If I had one criticism it would be no white bread or corn bread was available. Service was order at the counter- self service. Order was prepared in only 10 or 15 minutes- quick enough. Ambiance was militant-- military and law enforcement. It was casual and interesting. Overall they can be proud of their performance. I would go again in a minute. Well done, guys. read more

My wife is from Texas and loves Texas Barbecue. So she would tell you if something is good or not. Food is fantastic and service is top tier! Love the place and feel. Great for the family or loved ones! read more

So WOW!! Just to quickly summarize my experience at this restaurant...BEST BBQ I've ever had!! I ordered takeout during the time of Covid at the suggestion of my friend who had eaten here before. Unfortunately, they don't have these restaurants in Miami. I ordered 2 x 1/2 chickens with sides. By the time I got there it was near closing time & I went up to the counter to pick it up the girl told me that they had run out of 1/2 chickens. The manager quickly jumped in and sincerely apologized and then offered us meals on the house & asked us what I wanted. Since I had never been there before he said he would give us a sampler plate. I didn't argue cause I love to try different foods. The manager set us up with two meals, plus sides and desserts, complimentary!! I have to say that not only was I happy to get free food but I was really stunned at the level of customer service. Nowadays, when a place runs out of an item they either don't tell you and you find it missing from your bag or they tell you to pick something else. I had heard good things about this restaurant in the way that they salute to the flag at noon every day so it makes sense that they really care about their customers. Now for the food....I got a heap of pulled pork, chicken & turkey. My eyes were literally rolling in the back my head & astonished as to how good this BBQ was!! I have never had that reaction towards BBQ! The pulled pork & chicken were moist, soft & shredded the taste tangy and you could tell that this meat had been marinaded a good while before cooking. The sides were yummy but nothing was as good as that bbq meat. I have to say that this food has truly changed my perception of bbq. I have never really craved bbq. If someone else wanted it I would partake and enjoy it but I've never just craved some BBQ meeting...well now after this meal, I do! Unfortunately, I live 4 hrs away from this place but I'd I'm ever back in town you better believe that I'll be stopping by. read more

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First time there we order 2 brisket sandwich French fries and drink. The brisket was about 6 oz half of it was fat and the fries was the size of the small order at McDonald's the bill came to $38.00 after we left we went elsewhere to eat. It just my opinion but stay away you save you're money read more

Mission BBQ - Extra fat on the brisket - Barbeque Near Me - Brandon, Florida

agree with the review from yesterday except instead of fatty brisket, my brisket was dry. both apparently not worth the price which based on portion size was overvalued. I i seem to recall, after the fact, that the brisket was lackluster my last visit. i won't forgot this time. pulled pork had a big chunk of butt that was not pulled, nice to have the meat but also pretty dry. Fortunately the Mac n' Cheese was not dry and the best part of the meal. The fries were lukewarm but had been sitting behind the counter getting colder as an slothful meat guy plodded to and from the meat locker to cut the aforementioned dry brisket. read more

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I've been to two other Mission BBQ restaurants before so I kind of new what to expect. Overall great atmosphere that honors our heroes in the armed services as well as police, fire, and ems. On top of feeling like you're a part of something much bigger, they have really great BBQ and an incredibly friendly staff. I came here on a monday night around 6pm and there was already a decent crowd gathered inside. Service was pleasant as always with a warm greeting and a question about whether or not this was your first visit. I ordered the brisket (lean) as well as the regular smoked sausage with mac-n-cheese (duh!) and BBQ beans. Everything was dee-lish as always. I suppose the mac-n-cheese could've been a tad warmer. It seemed as though it was just room temperature, but everything else was spot on temperature wise and taste. Great selection of bottled soda pops, fountain soda, and most importantly different styles of BBQ sauces and vinegars. If you haven't had the privilege and honor of visiting a Mission BBQ, you are truly missing out. They are truly on a mission, and providing great BBQ food is only part of it. read more

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The service was excellent and the food tasted good. My only complaint was the portion size. I paid $18 for the 2 meat sampler with xl, and received sampler size portions of shredded chicken and brisket. They gave me one slice of brisket that was cut in half the long way and then cut in quarters and a quarter piece of corn bread. Also, the shredded chicken was half a scoop. It looked like a kids meal in my opinion. You can tell how small the portions were by the size of the coleslaw container. It seems their customer value is not whats in the bag but the bag itself. I prefer they put the value in the food portions and not their monogramed to go bag. I'll keep going to the local bbq places where I know I'll get what I paid for. read more

Mission BBQ - 2 meat sampler with xl - Barbeque Near Me - Brandon, Florida

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Man ask for Steve and let him give you the run down. I brought someone here for the first time adnd they will be ba C k just off the service and Bbq knowledge of steve. Great conversation and suggestions as well. read more

Great food, fast service and atmosphere. They take honor in our military by displaying photos.

First time visit was good. The restaurant was clean and welcoming. I ordered the turkey with beans, greens and cornbread. Everything was delicious except the beans. They were quite thick and not very hot. They were barely warm, perhaps that had not been prepared properly for that batch. The front counter clerk and FOH manager were very pleasant. I plan to return for a second visit. read more

I just had brunch there today today and the biscuit sandwich was awesome! And they had this cheesy potatoes that was To die for! And then I had the blueberry cobbler and it was so Dang gone good that I actually ordered 2 more to take home to my wife and when I try to pay for it they just simply gave it to me for free because I am a veteran! This place is freaking awesome when it comes to My flavor buds and they take care of us veterans like no other!! read more

A Mission BBQ Employee saved my life today. I can't remember her name, but she was blonde and she took my order. She recognized the distraught look on my face, and as I was paying, I realized I left my cards at home. She covered the tab. That one little gesture made the difference in my mental health. Another Employee, Crystal, gave me a card and told me to reach out. I needed that. I can't believe good people are still out here. I'm shocked and I'm emotional. Thank you Mission BBQ Brandon. read more

Let me preface this review: I'm not a huge BBQ fan. Never have been. Smoked meats are a rare delicacy for me as well, which is why you should view my 5-star rating of Mission BBQ with added enthusiasm and get yourself down there and try their food! I tried their Brisket sandwich with a side of homemade fries and a Diet Pepsi. I took the bait on the upcharge to a Hometown Heroes cup for the .99 refills because proceeds benefit a recently deceased local law enforcement officer. Classy. When my order was up, Steve, who was either the owner or a superior manager, took the time, quickly, to describe the 16-hour smoking process and available sauces for my sandwich. He suggested the sandwich "doesn't really need the extra sauce", so I tried it "naked" 1st. He was so right. This meat is AMAZING! The most moist and succulent brisket sandwich I've ever had - great combo of seasoning and juiciness. I feel like Jodie Foster in that scene in Contact where she lacks the vernacular to describe how awesome something is. The food here is that good. If this is Mission BBQ's only location, don't worry - with food this good that won't last long and they will be expanding soon. Thanks again, Steve, for superior food and customer service. (This is in fact a chain, after further research. They are in several states and several locations in FL) read more

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I'm not a big fan of BBQ to begin with, but decided to try this place with Jessica T. I had sliced turkey, lean & mean, a Mac & cheese side & cornbread. The turkey was bone dry. By the time I ate a couple pieces (half-moon shaped??), I was wishing I had some gravy. It was dry to the point it needed rehydration with a tad of chicken broth. It did have a smoky flavor but was missing spices or something else. The mac & cheese was the only thing on my plate that redeemed my meal, but barely. The cornbread tasted like it came from a mix. There was no hint of buttermilk, which I prefer. But this is Texas Oak smoked BBQ. Perhaps I just don't care for oak, but I don't think so. I just wasn't impressed with the food, although it was cheap at $20 for 2 dinners. Cute military memorabilia all over the walls, but after my 30 minute wait, even that wasn't holding my interest any longer. 24/100 read more

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We really enjoy Mission as a family. Outstanding bbq, we also enjoy the various sides and the 6 different sauce choices. We typically order burnt ends (Brisket) And with pulled pork or their jalapeño sausage (so good). Their greens are out of this world and their baked beans are loaded with flavor. Can't go wrong!!! read more

was already a huge fan of mission bbq, their business model, food and mission statement. My wife and I frequent the Lakeland location. However, tonight because it was more convenient I found myself utilizing the Brandon location. I didn't expect anything extraordinary compared to Lakeland. While was right, the food was just as excellent and consistent as I expected... it was Nick the manager that really stood out. To say he went above and beyond to mitigate my extra wait (they had to smoke fresh salmon for my order) would be an understatement. Though I wasn't happy being told in addiction the 20 minutes that had passed I had to wait 20 more... I understood and was willing. It started with Nick coming over and offering me a drink and telling me to go wait in my car and he'd bring it out. When this happened he told me he through something extras in the bag for me. I thought nothing of it, but when I got home my wife and I found multiple extra sides, desserts and even a hand written thank you card for my patience and understanding. Nick made a good night a great night and solidified our perception of mission bbq being a great restaurant and establishment. Thank you Nick. You're the man. We also found out how delicious the cheesy potatoes are, by surprise as they were included without our knowing. Mission BBQ customers for life!!! read more

Hey all, I gotta say, this BBQ joint is hands down one of the best BBQ Pits I have been to in a while. Service with a Smile! Great atmosphere, food and customer service. Highly recommend to anyone looking for some great BBQ! This restaurant embraces patriotism and supports it's communities 1st Responders. read more

Yummy brisket and sausage! Cole slaw was excellent but I would pass on the baked beans. Everything else was great!

Wow! This place knows how to make BBQ! Their ribs are fall-off-the-bone succulent with great smoky flavor. Upon entering the restaurant, there is a line to order the food. Once ordered, the food comes out within 5 minutes. The atmosphere is casual with self-seating. Seating was not an issue when I went as half of the seats were empty. There are some waiters and waitresses that comes around and asks how the food is. read more

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I wanted to love it, but I guess it's just not my kind of BBQ. My first experience with Mission BBQ was at the Carrollwood location. I had the 2 meat market sampler (Brisket & Sausage). The brisket was very dry, and I suspect it's because they gave me the leaner cut of meat (which I didn't ask for) by mistake. I also wasn't thrilled with the Texas Twang sauce. You'll like it if you love A1 steak sauce. I apparently don't. I should have looked at the description before choosing the sauce. I think the only thing I liked was the corn bread and the other half of the sampler (Jalapeño & Cheese sausage). The sausage was pretty tasty. I'd order that again. So, I thought I'd give it another chance by going to the newly opened Brandon location. My husband bought a couple of racks of their Baby-B-Back ribs. He also got baked beans and coleslaw as the side dishes. The ribs were a huge disappointment for both of us. They were way over salted! That's probably why they are fall off the bone tender (as stated on their menu). Anything will be tender if you salt the heck out of it. I had to drown it in their sweet Memphis Belle BBQ sauce to counteract the saltiness of the meat. The baked beans were ok, but they tasted more like BBQ sauce. My husband was not thrilled with that. He also wasn't thrilled with any of their BBQ sauces. I think the only items we really enjoyed were the coleslaw and the corn bread. I don't know. Maybe it was an off day for ribs. I may give it one more chance. I just couldn't get past all the salt. That kind of ruined it for me. It's a shame because I do like their patriotic theme & mission. They do proudly serve those who serve. I just wish the food tasted better. read more

We'd give Mission BBQ 10 stars if we could!..We've been here 3 times and it's one of our favorite places to eat! I came here without my wife once and I felt like I was cheating on her. Lol.. Great food! Decent prices! Excellent flavor! We like the Memphis belle sauce best! I squeeze it on everything! read more

Mission BBQ - Half of yard bird w/cheesy potatoes and corn bread.. And turkey sandwich w/bacon green beans and delicious carrots cake for dessert! - Barbeque Near Me - Brandon, Florida

Great place for BBQ. I love the meat, and sides along with the service. But by far the greatest thing about Mission BBQ is their patriotic atmosphere the honor they give to those who have served our country along with the respect they give to the American flag and the playing of the national anthem each day at noon. Everything stops and everyone stands an pay respect to our flag. read more

My fiancée and I have been fond of the restaurant for years. We originally used to be regulars at the Sarasota location and now we come to the Brandon location because it's closer to our home. FOOD is ALWAYS great. SERVICE is top tier. Most importantly, they support our Troops and Law Enforcement. read more

Great flavored fatty juicy brisket, fall off the bone baby back ribs, salty juicy pork, and yummy sides. On top of that, there's 6 selections of sauces that you can use on the table from sweet to tangy, to smokey to clean. All this makes for a superb BBQ meal that makes me want more. read more

Mission BBQ - different sauce choices - Barbeque Near Me - Brandon, Florida

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..... just not good , bland ..................,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,unflavored skinny ribs . ...........

I can't say enough good about this place!!! I know it's a chain, it the quality and service makes me feel like I'm going to a local BBQ joint. I've never NEVER had anything that wasn't high quality and delicious. My wife and I look for one when we travel. Do yourself a favor and stop in. It's great!!!!! read more

BBQ is like Italian food because it's easy to do mediocrely. Mission exceeds. I'll get to the food shortly. First I'll address the GM, Nick. He asked if we had been in before, I had, my wife had not. He explained how they prepare everything fresh everyday and pointed out that they don't even have microwaves or freezers in the restaurant. Then he made thoughtful recommendations. Not just, "this is good." He explained the ingredients and how things were prepared. He showed us our food before putting it in the to go bag, and gave us a sample of every sauce, including a pairing recommendation for the white BBQ sauce and turkey or chicken. Food is great! I'm from the South, Jacksonville, FL. I know good collard greens and Mac-n-cheese. The collards were amazing, just the right amount of spice. The Mac-n-cheese met all the expectations he had set and you could definitely tell the five cheeses were in there. Great service and food. Even if he hadn't invited us to come back, we will return because of this fantastic experience. read more

Mission BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - Brandon, Florida

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First time here -my son was craving BBQ so I caved in. First off the restaurant has a cool vibe , drinks in coolers , military, police & firemen being recognized on every wall & table. As a military brat & sister to a Firefighter I enjoyed looked at al the memorabilia. Ok so the food -I had the chicken ..AMAZING! Baked beans , cold (yes that's how they spell it) slaw delicious. I wasn't a fan of the Mac & cheese but everything else was awesome. They have so many options of sauces that I was able to find my preferred Vinegar/South Carolina sauce to accentuate my chicken. Nice portion sizes and some of the friendliest cashiers I've ever met. We ate lunch in the restaurant and then decided to buy an additional round of food to take home for dinner ! Yum ! read more

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It's very tasty. The portion sizes are small and the price is high. I love the decor and it's so clean and employees were great! I do not eat much in one sitting so I was fine but it was definitely tiny portion compared to price. I want to carryout less, cooking later! read more

The ambience was great. The staff was very nice, but the food had a lot to be desired. Don't go there towards the end of the shifts.

Ordered takeout the other night and was not disappointed. Our orders included the salmon, pulled pork, and ribs; all coming with a complimentary corn bread. I had the salmon, and it was unfortunately a little dry and overcooked. On the bright side, the white sauce that came with it totally compensated for the flavor. It was super delicious and really brought the dish to the next level. My family members commented that the pulled pork and ribs were good as well. Maybe a little dry as well, but the sauces and flavors really amplified the meals. The food was still hot when arrived, and the pricing (around $40) was decent for what was given. Overall, Mission BBQ has a great takeout system in place, and I recommend for anyone looking for somewhere to eat during this time. read more

If you want burnt ribs this is the place for you.The baked beans are very salty. The corn bread was tasteless.Self service for food.Bring a jacket the AC is cold. We won't be back! I give them a one star read more

If you like BBQ, this is the place to go! Meat is very moist and juicy and cooked to perfection. They have several sauces from all over the US to try. I got the pulled pork sandwich and it was amazing! Large side portions! Service is quick and people are friendly. This establishment is built around a good cause for those who serve our country. Highly recommend read more

Mission BBQ - Pulled Pork Sandwich, Baked Beans, and Potato Salad - Barbeque Near Me - Brandon, Florida