What began as a complaint, turned into a 5 star review! I placed an online order and thought I was ordering the moist brisket. Instead I got chopped brisket--drenched in sauce. This was NOT what we were expecting. I called to find out what happened and to get clarification for future orders. The manager, Giani, demonstrated EXCELLENT customer service. He went above and beyond my expectations to make things right. Thank you, Giani! read more

I love BBQ first off. I eat once a week at the one in Stafford. So while out this way I was hungry. Walk in greeted by the staff. William was the cashier very friendly and he smiled the whole time. I choose the 2 meat platter moist brisket and pulled chicken with fries. I have celiac disease so the dedicated fryer was a plus for me at this restaurant or any Mission barbecue . The food and service was excellent. I will always choose this place to eat. They support our military. Stop in and grab a bite when you are in the area. read more

Such great service! Very friendly delivery lady--she went above and beyond and created this cute spread for our office. Cannot wait to dig in Food here is always top notch as well. read more

Mission BBQ - Cute spread of food! - Barbeque Near Me - Gainesville, Virginia

We just moved into the area and we're looking for Barbeque for our family housewarming party. Found Mission Barbeque on line and ordered for pickup. The whole experience was fantastic! I arrived at the time that I requested and exactly then the food was coming out piping hot and the multiple bags were being packed! David, the manager, handled our order and provided some extras for our celebration! The exceptional brisket was the star, but everything was outstanding--pulled pork, pulled chicken, green beans, baked beans, mac 'n cheese, potato salad, corn bread. We couldn't have asked for a better meal! Everyone raved about the food! Thank you, Mission BBQ!! read more

This place is outstanding from start to finish! I placed a catering order for 15 guys, and they came in $100 cheaper than Bone BBQ. They also included more at that price, such as cutlery, plates, tongs, napkins, all meats including brisket, pulled chicken, and pulled pork, as well as extra slider rolls and a huge tray of cookies and brownies. These were all things that Bone BBQ did not include (at least not unless you were willing to pay extra). Moreover, the food was delicious! It was also packaged perfectly and ready on time. One of the employees even helped me load my car. Excellent experience, and I cannot thank you enough! I'll be back for sure! read more

Stopped by here with my boyfriend after a trip to WV. He got the brisket sandwich and fries while I got Mac and cheese with baked beans and brisket. I also got their vanilla root beer which was amazing and my boyfriend got the sweet tea that he really enjoyed. Does corn bread come with every meal? I never know because I've gone to some locations who give it out in the meal in the past but this one did not, just wondering! My boyfriend said the service was nice and I always enjoy the decor. :) This location is in a shopping area around a bunch of other great places to eat, watch movie, grocery shopping, regular shopping, etc! read more

Mission BBQ - Pulled Pork Sandwhich XXL combo with Mac and cheese and baked beans with brisket - Barbeque Near Me - Gainesville, Virginia

Tried the baked potato today with pulled pork. The potato was good, but only came with I'd say 1 ounce of bbq. If you decide to try this, ask for the meat on the side. At 14dollars I was very disappointed. read more

Mission BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - Gainesville, Virginia

Another wonderful visit to this store / location. The staff are the most pleasant and friendly people ever! Whomever runs this store, has an incredible team! read more

Amazing food and Amazing service, Emma was top notch, very professional, Friendly, smiling, and outgoing.

They are on the more expensive side, but the food is very good! There are many menu items to choose from, as well as a few rotating options. You can also pick from 6 different sauce flavors. I love the fries, Mac and cheese, chicken, and turkey! The staff are nice and friendly. The food also comes out fast. Great quality and experience as a whole. My go to for local BBQ! read more

Mission BBQ - Pulled pork, fries, corn bread - Barbeque Near Me - Gainesville, Virginia

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I highly recommend this Mission Barbecue, everything is always fantastic. My friends and I try to get here on a regular basis. We held a fundraiser for Veterans Sidecar Adventures, a nonprofit organization to support veterans. We sponsored a casino night at the American Legion Post 10 in Manassas and Mission Barbecue catered the event. There was plenty of food for all and everyone enjoyed it. Thank you very much to all the staff at Mission Barbecue. read more

I have tried the brisket sandwich, moist. I got the coleslaw on the side, which was very good as well. Love the different varieties of Bbq sauce and that it tells you a little bit about each one. The fries are also really good and everything tastes fresh. Staff is very friendly. The price is a little on the high side, but the quality is worth it I think. read more

The team is always very helpful. Tonight William went over and above. what a cheerful, kind attitude and wonderful smile! He didn't just take our order, he made recommendations and answered questions about the menu. While we were eating he made his way around the dining room to check if we or any of the other guest needed anything. His concern for our meal made a Monday night dinner into a memorable evening. Mission, you are lucky to have William the first impression of Mission. Thank you, William! read more

Just ordered pickup and came home and ate it. The pickup service was very nice and efficient. The brisket was tender but very salty, as were the green beans. We are disappointed that they do not offer collard greens nor potato salad. Nor do they offer deliver. We will order elsewhere next time. read more

Me and my dad went to Mission Bbq and we couldn't have asked for a better experience. Our cashier, Melissa, was the sweetest and read out and explained the menu for us and took our orders with ease. The food was outstanding and the service was very fast. We will definitely be dining again! read more

Great staff and they always treated us with respect , the ribs are amazing , they are quick to serve after ordering and little wait

My husband and I were in the mood for some delicious bbq. Mission BBQ did not disappoint! They have brisket, ribs, chicken, a host of sides, and desserts. Everything smelled so good it was definitely difficult to choose what to have first. I had the baby back ribs, Mac n cheese and banana pudding. The Mac n cheese was creamy and filled with cheese, the ribs were so tender they fell off the bone and the banana pudding was sweet and the perfect end to a excellent meal. My husband has the brisket with a side of French fries. Can I just say the French fries were crispy and well seasoned. I definitely want to try some other yummy options on the menu. read more

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It's been five years since I've been here (I completely forgot about my first visit) and it's even better than my last review. My husband and I are looking for catering for our baby shower and my SIL recommended Mission BBQ. We ordered the pulled pork and sliced brisket sandwiches, macaroni and cheese, coleslaw, baked beans, and banana pudding. The sliced brisket is to die for! Tender and juicy and full of smoky goodness. The pulled pork was a bit dry but nothing a good barbecue sauce won't fix. Baked beans were the best out of all three sides with the macaroni and cheese just falling short because it was dry. Coleslaw has never been my thing but it was okay for what it was. The banana pudding was heaven - perfect amount of sweetness but still felt like a light dessert. I'm not sure what his name is (I'm assuming he's a manager since he was walking around checking in on tables) but the gentleman that we spoke with yesterday about catering was amazing. He gave us all the information we were looking for and even let us sample a brownie and a side of green beans! Can't wait for the big event! read more

Coming from NC, BBQ is usually a hot topic around the house. Mission BBQ is good, standard BBQ. As you would expect, you can get pork, brisket and chicken. Love the ambiance and the smell is amazing! Try it out... read more

Only giving this place two stars because the brisket was okay and the manager was a super nice guy, who gave us a massive tray of free desserts. Why the food was bad: 1. The ribs were so overcooked that lifting them by the bones made the meat just slid off and crumble to the plate. They had no flavor, no final glaze, and absolutely no smoke ring. Of the 10 ribs I got, half were mostly fat. 2. The brisket tasted good, but had no smoke ring either. 3. The pulled pork was moist but it needed a lot of sauce for flavor. 4. The "cold" slaw (their spelling) was dry and need much more dressing. For a chain barbecue joint, I expected what I got, but I was hoping for much more. read more

Mission Barbecue has, like a lot of places, gotten too expensive to be a regular at. In addition, it's not nearly as good as it used to be, especially side dishes. The cole slaw is tasteless, even with salt and pepper. The French fries I received were burned to a crisp. Cashiers were bright and helpful, but otherwise service was uneven at best. My wife and I got the two least expensive sandwiches, with one side each and regular soft drinks. $35 for that is just too much. Probably will not go back without getting a very good deal. read more

Really enjoy Mission barbecue. Not a lot of places in the area to choose from but for a chain. Their food is pretty consistent and very good. Love the brisket love the ribs. read more

Great meal! Manager and staff were very nice. BBQ was delicious and the sauces were VERY good too! read more

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I've sampled the food at Mission BBQ a couple of times now. Overall, I like most of their meats. So far, not a fan of their ribs. But their pulled pork, jalapeños sausage, brisket, and smoked meatloaf - all have been enjoyable! Sides-wise - I enjoyed the Green Beans. Cole slaw was nothing special. I've gotten food to go once - and eaten in once. Staff has been friendly and efficient. #MissionBBQ read more

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Brisket "moist" Meal with sides of coleslaw, baked beans and corn bread. My top 3 sauces 1) Tupelo Honey Hot 2) Texas Twang 3) Memphis Belle. One of the big bbq chains around read more

Mission BBQ - Brisket, bbq beans, coleslaw and corn bread - Barbeque Near Me - Gainesville, Virginia

If you have ever been to Williamsburg, there is a barbecue restaurant in that area just off route 64 at the Lightfoot exit by the name of Pierce's barbecue, it has been there for many years, They pulled pork sandwich, and the hush puppies, are the best around. I had occasion to go to Mission barbecue today. Ordered the pulled pork sandwich, side, order of baked beans, and coleslaw. The pulled pork had no taste and they serve it on a small regular hamburger roll, the baked beans were overcooked and mushy, the coleslaw had absolutely no taste and was dry., And all of that for $16.85, way overpriced for subpar food.. the main reason I went to Mission barbecue today was because I happen to be in Williamsburg over the weekend and went to Pierce's, and it was so good. I was wondering how their product, and presentation of their product would go over in the Manassas area, and someone said well, you we already have a mission barbecue and they are very good, but I will have to say there is just no comparison,Pierce's has it all over Mission.. needless to say I won't be going back.. read more

Been to more than a few of these BBQ joints around Virginia. It never disappoints. They have a great selection and the cuts of meat they have for being a franchise are great. I also love that it is veteran friendly and inspired. If you drive near one (see the military vehicle they have at all locations parked outside) stop in and grab a bite! You won't be disappointed. read more

Mission BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - Gainesville, Virginia

Amazing delicious food, friendly service, atmosphere was casual and upbeat. Highly recommend a stop-in if you're in the area! read more

Mission BBQ - Smoked brisket, Mac-n-cheese, baked beans, cornbread. All top notch!! - Barbeque Near Me - Gainesville, Virginia

Absolutely delicious food. Staff I interacted with, Jon and Sophia, were friendly, patient and accommodating. An experience I will definitely enjoy over and over again! read more

My favorite BBQ chain! The Brisket is tender and delicious, the pulled pork is flavorful, love the fries and baked beans. My favorite sauces are Smoky Mountain and the Alabama White sauce. Never disappointing read more

I love Mission BBQ! I'm from Memphis and I love our local BBQ joints but I'd love to see one of these Law Enforcement friendly franchises in Memphis SOON! The smoked Salmon and Green Beans are my Go To! Especially with that Tupelo Honey Sauce!!!!! (FYI, the "Memphis" sauce isn't even close to any of the delicious Memphis BBQ sauces I've ever had. You know ours would be the best in that 6 pack of it was accurate. ) read more

Mission BBQ - Combat Wounded Vet Parking! - Barbeque Near Me - Gainesville, Virginia

This is a review for the entire chain, as well As the Gainesville location. Mission BBQ has consistently provided me with higher quality BBQ, at reasonable prices, than any of the other larger chains ( I'm giving YOU the stink eye, Famous Dave). I know that there are pit masters that can deliver much better Q, and I know that I can, with 15 hours to spare, make better at home. But on the spur of the moment, I can walk into mission, and get some good, smokey smoke ring goodness for not too much dough. I'm not sure if the Gainesville location is a franchise, but the owner/manager(?) really seems to care about your experience at his location. One thing I don't care for is the modern country on the sound system. Not my jam. How about some classic country? Cash, Haggard, Cline, Nelson? Just my two cents. read more

Mission BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - Gainesville, Virginia

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I had the good pleasure to enjoy a free brisket sandwich on Veterans Day. The sandwich was packed with lots of great tasting lean brisket. My side of green beans was piping hot. They also treated me to a free fountain drink. The store manager was there at the exit door to open the door and thank me for my service. I returned the sentiment and he asked if I had any pictures or patches I'd like to hang on the wall in their restaurant. It really warmed my heart to to be shown such gratitude and generosity. Love this restaurant chain and this one in particular. Well done you guys. :) read more

Pretty good BBQ. The smoked turkey is by far my favorite. Tender, juicy, and full of flavor. The brisket was okay, but I think they use a leaner cut of meat, which I've been told is not as juicy. Also, I'm used to having my brisket sliced and served as strips, so I was a little confused when I was presented with what appeared to be a pile of diced meat chunks instead (Maybe it fell apart that way when cut, or maybe they gave me a portion of what was left over from the brisket that they cut up to include in the baked beans. I don't know.). I was getting ready to send it back, thinking that maybe I grabbed someone else's plate by mistake. Didn't affect the flavor, but it made it a little difficult to stay on my fork. The cornbread was ok. The baked beans were great. Ditto for the mac and cheese. Both of them had a really good, authentic, homemade flavor. If I remember correctly, you have to buy them a la carte. They don't come with the meals. Nevertheless, they are totally worth it. The place could use a nice deep cleaning. Our table was a bit sticky and the wall beside our booth had old barbecue sauce on the walls... some a good 2 or 3 feet above our heads in some spots. It's tough to find good barbecue in this area. Glad I found this place. Looking forward to the next visit. read more

We tried the pulled chicken and wet brisket sandwiches. The meat was delicious, great texture and flavor. Weren't crazy about the bbq sauces. Of the 6 we tried I liked Memphis belle the most & my daughter liked Smokey mountain. The Mac&cheese was really good but the fries were just ok. Their sweet tea was some of the best I've had. The restaurant itself was very cool, love the theme & decor. The staff was amazing. Overall we enjoyed our meal but agreed Willard's has already stole our hearts. read more

Mission BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - Gainesville, Virginia

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Great food and service! They even take their precautions if you mention Gluten allergy! Will definitely be back. read more

All Mac no cheese This place isn't it Beans we're mushy Mission barbecue is garbage. I lived in Houston Texas for 10 years now all other barbecue places are all garbage. read more

This real nice.. the meat so tender and so tasty.. the ribs, I'm crazy about it.. chicken not that much, but still is good.

First time at this location! They open at 11:30 and we arrived around 11:45 - the line was almost out the door!! It moves quickly though. We were able to find a seat and enjoyed our meal. We both ordered the pulled pork with 2 sides. Which was awesome. I love this place and everything it represents! Great food and a great atmosphere. We will be back. read more

Food is tasty and great will definitely recommend and return. Ribs and baked beans are the highlight