We recently used Mission BBQ in Hagerstown, MD to cater a baby shower, and it was a great experience. The food quality, setup, and service were excellent. Even though we live over 65 miles away from that location, they were willing to deliver hot food and handle the setup without any issues. Our guests loved the food--overall, it was a fantastic experience. read more

After a long day of driving (road tripping across states), we were hungry and a bit tired. Came across Mission BBQ and am so happy that we did. This is such a wonderful and welcoming establishment! We were greeted as we walked in the door, and we observed the same for all other customers who walked in as we dined. Our server, Katie, was phenomenal and so accommodating as we dined with our small dog (love their dog friendly patio). The food was perfect, and I loved every sauce I tried, my all-time favorite sauce being the Smoky Mountain sauce. Was also very excited to see that Cheerwine soda was offered too! We thoroughly enjoyed our dinner and sides (we opted for the sliced brisket plate with green beans and mac n cheese sides along with a pulled pork sandwich). From the wonderful service to delicious food, everything was spot on. Thanks, Katie and Mission BBQ! read more

Mission BBQ - Pulled pork sandwich, green beans, mac n cheese, and yummy Cheerwine soda. - Barbeque Near Me - Hagerstown, Maryland

What you would want and expect. Meat was tender, the fries were good, and a they had a nice variety of bbq sauces. Service was pleasant and efficient. The restaurant was crowded but we were able to get a two top table on a Sunday afternoon. It is pricey. We ordered ONE two meat meal with two sides and 1 rib to try. We both drank water. The one meal was just under $25. Brisket and bbq pork were quite good and moist. Rib was dry. read more

Mission BBQ - bbq pork, brisket, 1 rib, 2 sides- cole slaw and fries - Barbeque Near Me - Hagerstown, Maryland

Mission BBQ's catering service is amazing! My work (Maryland Paper Company) has had them do the catering last year for the Christmas parties and this year, we had them again. The staff are super friendly and accommodating. The deliveries were on time and the food was delivered nice and hot. We will definitely be using them again next year! read more

Their brisket is delicious. I love that they give you an array of different sauces to try, so you can find the type you most enjoy (Apparently I like the Kansas City style most, and I never would have tried it otherwise.). I also LOVE that it is one of the few places I can get a Cheerwine. read more

Very nice and clean with a modern, military centric decor. Folks working there were friendly, helpful, and quick. The food was ok, not memorable and somewhat bland. I get that fast food BBQ is a style and some people like it. If that is you then you might love it. read more

My friend and I are from Texas so we really love good barbecue - Mission BBQ did not disappoint. This place was amazing and we will be going back. The people that work there made us feel so welcome and took such good care of us. The man who took our order took his time with us and explained all the great food and even offered to let us sample things. The manager kept coming by, checking on us, making sure everything was great. The theme is honoring our military and the decor did just that. Many people were veterans. Can't wait to come get more brisket! read more

So I've run across this mission bbq in a few different areas but never got to try it out . This evening was different since they were in the plaza next to the hotel I'm staying. Actually when out to dinner at another restaurant but was still hungry so I ordered up some bbq. I noticed on the site that they was closing up at 9:00 pm and the left me 30mins to order and go pick it up. Called in a 5 piece St.Louis ribs with a peach cobbler, drink and I added a brisket sandwich. You have a option of wet or dry. I thought it meant sauce or no sauce but it was if you want dry meat or moist meat. Of course I chose the moist brisket. Walked over picked up my order got back to the hotel I unpack the order to find my ribs was not the St. Louis ribs but baby back and cold. Called back to notify the wrong order and the employee apologized for the mistake and I I want to bring it back they will correct the mistake, which would've been fine if I had the luxury of time. Since it is 3 minutes to 9:00 and they close at 9 and I had to be on a conference call at the same time I was not able to go back and asked if the could just run it by the hotel and they would not accommodate. So they offered to credit me for the wrong ribs. I haven't been able to check to see if in fact they actually credited by account. The ribs were cold as I've stated but the meat was falling off the bones tender. Not a fan of the baby back, the brisket sandwich caught me by surprise. I realize what they really meant by dry or moist. Moist is when the put fatty ends in the sandwich so when you bite into the sandwich you'll get mouthful of fat. That's the moist! I was eating a major heart attack sandwich. I alway trim away the fat around the meats I eat to cut the the fat intake and this sandwich had enough fat intake for a whole year. So that was a 1 bite and done for me and on to the peach cobbler. As I was bringing a spoonful towards my mouth I caught a whiff that caught me by surprise. I stopped the motion towards my mouth and I took a whiff of the cobbler and the stink from the cobbler was foul! I smelted like someone used their sweaty stinking feet to make the cobbler. All in all I just had a bad experience here. Honestly they should credit me for the whole tab. read more

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This was my first time ever at a Mission BBQ location and let me tell you it was the best experience i've had in a while. Debating what to eat around the area and decided to go here. Lena at the register was SOOOOO sweet; she helped explain the types of meats, sauces and the menu. She gave us free samples to try since we were in between. Went with the brisket; moist and marbling as she mentioned and boy was that a great recommendation. Logan assisted us in the sitting area. He was so knowledgeable about the history of Mission BBQ. He was checking and stopping by each table to make sure everyone was doing good. Top notch service, truly. The cornbread was delicious not dry at all. My only complaint would be more please! it paired so well with the ribs and memphis belle sauce. The bathrooms were nice and the drink area was clean and stocked. Such a great spot with amazing workers there! Would go back there again even though one is right by my house just for their service! Thank you logan and lena for making it unforgettable! read more

Out here in Hagerstown, Maryland. I gotta say if you have the opportunity to be out here. Make Mission BBQ one of your stops!!!! As you walk in you will be proud of the layout very patriotic. It has a welcoming effect as soon as you walk in the restaurant . Staff is very friendly and very helpful with the menu. As a first time visitor. I needed a little bit of help and now I'm very pleased with what I was served!!! The food and sauces are delicious as you can see by my pics, but I gotta tell you man I love the decor its amazing a well deserved salute to our troops. This place can definitely become a franchise and honestly our country could use it!! read more

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This was almost my best experience here ever there was amazing service and the people were so so friendly

It's nice for what it is--fast food barbecue. The beans were a little more saucy than i like, but the addition of the brisket was good. The cornbread was very good. read more

OMG love love love this place! We were traveling and came across this spot! The food was amazing! Hope to see more location in the NJ area. The brisket was amazing read more

I can't say enough great things about Mission BBQ. The food is always excellent. The employees seem happy, friendly, professional and just all around great people. They take the time to explain the menu and repeat your order. I've been going to Mission BBQs for years, both Hagerstown and Fairfax. Always great in every way. read more

I remember the first time I stopped in Winchester, Virginia, and ate Mission barbecue and was blown away by how delicious the food was so I finally found one in Hagerstown in the mall area and it's even better than the first time. I don't even like coleslaw. In fact, I hate coleslaw, but I love Mission barbecues coleslaw on my sandwiches. I get the pulled pork side of fries and it's the best sandwich I've ever eaten as far as bbq !!! great service! And I love that they have your order open to make sure everything is correct before they close the box and put it in the bag for your to go orders. That's great. read more

Amazing BBQ, Quaint atmosphere, great service! They feed you well and a lot of food on the tray! And at noon, they play patriotic music, and everyone stops what they are doing, and they sing. It made me cry with pride for my country! If you miss Mission BBQ, you will regret it! read more

What can you say negative about Mission BBQ?? Everything is absolutely delicious. Always.. the service is great. The ambience is comfortable. Anytime I'm craving barbecue, it is my go to. read more

Bad service. Ok food. The ribs tasted like they made them six hours prior. The kid at the cash register kept answering my questions really weird. Sorry it was my first time at this dump. How dare I ask questions I had to ask him three times if the drink came with the meal, and then he finally says I'm asking if you want a drink I said does it come with the meal? He said no that's why I'm asking if you want one. I said I'm asking if it comes with the meals so I know if I have to pay extra. Pretty simple f-ing question. read more

We keep coming back here!! I love the spare ribs, and OMG the prime rib today was so on point! Even the salad and ranch (which I'm really picky about ranch dressing) was delicious! Even my buddy, who hates ranch, loved the ranch. But that prime rib, and those spare ribs..... I can't get enough! Yum! Update: went there again today! I think I have a newfavorite restaurant. Update #2: even through COVID-19, the quality and standards do not fail. Spare ribs and Mac today. It was awesome to finally sit down at a restaurant again (albeit outside, but we missed the storm). Thank you for keeping your standards HIGH and never meeting anything but success! Your mission is consistently met! read more

Mission BBQ - Prime rib, side salad, and ranch dressing (YUM!) - Barbeque Near Me - Hagerstown, Maryland

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They cater to gluten free and gluten free handling*** ** veteran vip program instead of discount per transaction so sign up before you go!!! ** This place was very helpful!! They offer samples to help you decide on what you would enjoy for the evening. There are also so many sauces to choose from so yum mix and match slather it all or even no sauce at all!!! I've always enjoyed collard greens cuz I'm a southern gal so they are quite delicious here!! The cole slaw yum too especially with the pulled pork and I always go for the tender fatty brisket sigh just writing this review brings back memories of delicious flavors and I want bbq now... oh the holidays hahaha !! Anyhoo we stopped here on our way down to DC and it was great and the staff always kept the place clean and helping all the customers with clearing the tables and assisting anyone with their needs and the kids in the place! If we ever travel back down that way I hope we get to visit again! Thanks for the hospitality and a place for us to rest our feet! read more

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They have really good food. Love the varieties that they have. and you get what you pay for. The portion is really big.

I LOVE THIS RESTAURANT because it has the best food! The workers there are insanely kind and generous- do not hesitate to strike up a conversation and tip them. I always love the warmth and theme of this restaurant but they really went all out this time! I hope you enjoy this as much as I did, may God bless their hearts and keep them happy everyday. read more

Very tasty food. I like the service too. I recommend going to Ellicott City and Baltimore City locations.

Food is awesome and very flavorful. One of my favorite places. Service is awesome and same as ambiance. Only complaint is I wish they served alcohol but that's just me. read more

If you like bbq I guess I'm not a huge fan. The corn bread was my favorite. The staff is awesome tho and the place is done up very nicely for the kind of restaurant that it is read more

Food was cold and very expensive! I love Mission Barbecue, but this location was a disappointment.

Fantastic food with no junk in it. Great environment and friendly staff. Highly recommend stopping.

Can't say enough good about this restaurant. It was our first visit and one of the employees took the time to explain the menu and how to order. The staff was beyond friendly and the food was amazing! We will definitely be back! Best place to eat in Maryland!! read more

Developed in honor of the military! Photos all over the walls of those who served! Love looking all around! Noontime all sing military song, a sight to participate in! You walk up to put in your order..... a variety of meats, as sandwiches or just as a platter, and an assortment of barbecue sauces available on the table so you determine how much you want. They have two different types of ribs, half sized chicken called "the Yardbird", shredded meats including beef, pork, chicken, also salmon, salads, great dressings, monthly changes in types of desserts, etc. Military get dessert free! Friendly group of employees. If you haven't been there, you should go. Very enjoyable! read more

The food was delicious, and the people that work there are awsome, very polite, and very engagable.

Of course, they have a great mission as they are huge supporters of veterans and military. Big for the Wounded Warriors too. The big army truck parked out front is the best advertising for that, and it's apparently a mobile smoker! But aside from that, they have great barbecue. I got a full rack of ribs plus cole slaw and mac & cheese. A little spendy, but it was worth it. The ribs were meats and fall-off-the-bone, needing zero additional sauce for flavor. Cole salw? Nice and tangy, held together well. Mac & cheese? Tart cheese flavor, not much noddles and the baked bread crumbs on top were excellent. Great meal and they had put everything in the to go bag that I needed. Well done! read more

Mission BBQ - Mission BBQ at night - Barbeque Near Me - Hagerstown, Maryland

BBQ was great and the variety of sauces. And the service was amazing- felt some homey considering it's more of a fast casual franchise. Everyone was so friendly and helpful. Would definitely go back. read more

Ambiance is mediocre. Service was barely standard. Menu is left descriptionless, making questions unavoidable, adding time to the line. Food was bad. Burger is well done with no flavor, they offer next to nothing to put ON the burger, asked for cooked onions on it, got a cup of raw onions on the side. Overall: if you enjoy overpaying for mediocre atmosphere and bad overcooked meat, you will love it. read more

The restaurant decor is nice and the staff is friendly and welcomes you pretty much as you walk in the door. The portions are ample and it took less than 3 minutes to get my take out order. They have six bbq sauces to choose from. They do not put bbq sauce on the sandwiches, you add the one and amount that you want. That's good because the bun doesn't get soggy like it does from other bbq restaurants. I like the coleslaw but it could be a little creamier. If you like pulled pork bbq sandwiches, this is the place for you. read more

Mission BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - Hagerstown, Maryland

One of the best things about Mission is the consistency. No matter which location you go to the food is pretty close to exactly the same and the people are always pleasant and professional. This one is included in that, it was just as expected and we sat and had a great, relaxed meal. read more

If you are a die hard republican/patriot and have lots of pride for the red, white, and blue, the is the place for you! The walls were covered in military pride. From top to bottom the restaurant was decked out in military decor. The food was meh. Slightly cold and dry. But definitely the spot for proud Americans. read more

Great service. Great food. Accommodating to service members always. I make this a go to spot for bbq. 5 stars

We have enjoyed the service. The food was delicious. Enough food was served that we had leftovers to take home for another meal. It's to get two meals for the price of one. read more

I wish I could give more than 5 stars. Everything is delicious. The staff is always happy no matter what day of the week it is. Restaurant is always clean. I have zero complaints! read more

the service here is always good. the price of the food actually isn't too bad for what you get. I was extremely disappointed in the food though. the brisket (even though order moist) was very dry, even with sauce. the corn bread was dry and just fell apart and the cheese potato's had no flavor and just were not good. I probably wouldn't come back read more