When I first decided to go to mission BBQ I kept my expectations low. I thought there is no way fast casual and good BBQ can go together when places like noodles and company can barely get it right, sometimes the quality of food or customer service suffers in this set up, but not with mission BBQ they are all aces in every aspect of this review. Upon entering we had the most friendly register girl taking our order. She was patient, made great conversation, taught us all the ins and outs about ordering and even made suggestions that she was on the money about. She said she started working there because the food was addictive and boy was she right. After ordering which only took a few minutes all we had to do was blink and our food was waiting for us just a few feet down the long counter. If you get the sliced brisket like I did you can even opt for extra learn or some fat on your beef. I don't know any BBQ joint with that option. A heaping amount of sliced brisket charred to perfection on the outside with two small sides, a drink, and a piece of cornbread will cost you less than $13 a bargain and yet top quality taste! Sadly my friend spilled all her food by accident once we got to the self help drink station. Customer service to the rescue, one f the guys in charge felt horrible and replaced all her food for FREE! We were not expecting that. Not to mention the same guy kept checking our table to see if everything was ok and offered to fill our drinks for us even though he didn't have to. The sauces are a great compliment to the meat. I loved the smokey sauce! The creamed corn and Mac and cheese are the star side dishes. The corn is thick rich and sweet the Mac and cheese is saucy and not mushy with a crispy top. Upon leaving both the manager and register girl told us goodbye, the register girl even remembered our names! We will definitely be back soon! Customer service A+++ Food A+++ Price A+++ One of the top places I highly recommend if you want great BBQ without the big price tag and without sacrificing quality or service read more

I highly reccommend the brisket platter. You can get it lean or "moist" which is a little fattier. I went with the moist and it was delicious. The sides are a hit here too. I stand by the green beans which are cooked with bacon. Also, the cole slaw is just how I like it where it's large shreds rather than finely chopped cabbage. They have about 6 different barbecue sauces to try from all the different styles, plus NC style vinegar for your pulled pork if you go that route. It's cafeteria style, with no real wait staff, but it totally works here. It's fairly new and I hope it stands the test of time. read more

This... is my go to BBQ joint for now. Not only can I order a beer, but the pulled pork sandwich is something that I can eat days on end. Not really sure what else to say other than the service that you will get at this place is exceptional. Special Tip... there are useable sinks in the eating area (they arent just for show)... you don't have to go to the bathroom to just wash your hands... read more

My occasional pitstop before bowling league. This evening I was adventurous and tried the baby back ribs. Was pleasantly surprised by many more bones than just the 5 that were ordered. I started digging in and the meat was falling off the bone. I was so excited because I've had perfectly cooked ribs before, very hard to find, and these gave the impression of done right. However, as I dug in, the meat was very dry. Its 5:30pm dinner time so ... should be that they sat in the back all evening and just before close. I tried a few more and same ;( Fortunately there is plenty of bbq's sauce to mask some of the dryness. Flavor was good but disappointing. I can only guess original cooking was perfect but the reheat sent them south. Oh, cornbread must have been on the same slow burner. Dry dry dry and I ALWAYS eat my bread but not tonight. Just my $0.02 read more

What a great gem - this BBQ joint is absolutely no joke. The restaurant is premised around traditional American values through embracing patriotism and great food. From the American flags throughout the restaurant to pausing service to sing the national anthem everyday at noon - this place gets it. As you walk in you will notice the tin accents throughout the restaurant with dark wood booths and benches. The condensed menu is displayed on almost like a butcher's board in a big bold font. Menu items include brisket in several ways, juicy pulled pork, turkey, sausage and ribs. Some items are available in sandwich form as well, which is great for take out! So far I have sampled both the brisket sandwich and pulled pork sandwich. The brisket is available in a leaner or fatty style. The cashier told me she thought the fatty style brisket was the way to go - for that recommendation I am thankful. The brisket has great seasoning and is fall apart juicy and succulently delicious. Put some of the old bay bbq sauce or KC original and you have one hell of a sandwich. The pulled pork was also very delicious but not as good as the brisket. The pork had nice seasoning and aroma which allows the pork flavor to be the star. Unlike most traditional bbq places that serve crappy white bread with every, Mission BBQ is different. They serve buttery style hamburger rolls which hold up well to the juicy meats. The sides for the most part are nothing special, but are a nice contrast to the many carnivorous entrees. I short, do yourself a favor and just dine at one of their two locations. The employees are always amazingly friendly and are happy to suggest menu items or help you pick a sauce. You will be hard pressed to not fall in love with this place instantly. read more

Came here hungry, left hungry. Portions were a bit small. There was no real marked out place where the line to order starts. So was just kinda standing around awkwardly for a bit while trying to read the menu from afar. Ordered a pulled pork sandwich and Mac and cheese. My partner got the same but with coleslaw. Too much bread to meat ratio. And the meat was so terribly dry. There wasn't an NC style sauce to match the NC style pulled pork. There was NC vinegar but that isn't the same or really accurate. I'm from the Carolinas and we like mustard based sauce. But yea, I had to keep putting bbq sauce on every bite to try and combat the dry meat. I wasn't really successful. The Mac and cheese was pretty good, though. I also enjoyed making my own half and half, which is always good, but that is not enough to make return visit. The coleslaw lacked flavor, it could've used a bit more mayonnaise if anything. I was so disappointed with my visit. I was really hoping it would be good, but nope. read more

I have been to two Mission BBQ restaurants one in York,PA and the other in Nottingham, MD Both have the same food/setup but I could feel a different vibe in each.....I know, but I can't help what I feel. The PA location was more somber. I could clearly hear country music. I over heard a manager speaking to a vet and giving him a discount and for some reason I teared up when they offered me a Fallen Hero cup. Don't ask.....maybe I tuned into something. Nottingham, MD felt very different. It was louder. I could hardly hear the music. There were more young people behind the counter and the order gal seemed just a smidgen annoyed with me for being indecisive. It could be she zoned and remembered she was mad at her boyfriend or something. I had the 2 meats brisket(moist)/chicken and sweet potato. Yummo....so no real complaints. read more

2nd time being here..Came in on lunch was greater right away with smiling faces and professional behavior !! Food was ready fast and fresh !! Love the atmosphere will def dine in again !! read more

Mission BBQ - Chicken Pulled Pork w/ Mac&Cheese #nomnom - Barbeque Near Me - Nottingham, Maryland

Your all American BBQ with great service. I had a large order and the cashier helped with figuring out what's popular, oriented me to the size of what a half pound, pound, quart, etc looked like, and allowed me to sample some of the food before I ordered. Service and friendliness even at peak times is what gives this place a 5 star for me. read more

Be prepared to stand for the National Anthem at 12Noon- which I think is pretty loyal and amazing... The BBQ is pretty good... Very nice selection of various types of sauces to choose from. Portions are plentiful... I'll be back... read more

First time at Mission BBQ. My coworkers have been raving about this spot for some time, so I was hoping to not be disappointed tonight...and that I was not!!! From you walk in the door, they've got a friendly greeting for you. I chose the pulled pork and fries. Got my tutorial on the sauces and headed off to my table. 'Twas yummy!!! I like my sauce with a kick to it, so the Tupelo Honey Heat was right up my alley with each bite of pork. The NC Vinegar went perfectly over my fries. The cornbread had chunks of corn in it which pop as with each bite. All that could have made that taste yummier would be diced jalapeños! It was all great...wish I could have finished it there, but I got to take the balance of the meal home with me so I can be a savage in private! ;) They even prepare little cups of sauce for take out orders so I got some Tupelo and vinegar cups to go home and have a private moment with! I'll be back Mission! I'll be back!! read more

Three friends and I stopped by for a quick lunch before catching a bus home. Walking in, the decor is country with a nice mix of classic rock and country music playing and a plethora of commemorative gear, pictures and stickers dedicated to the armed forces. We walked up to the counter and ordered our food. The prices are reasonable and free refills are always great! We sat at a table and waited thinking they would call us to grab our trays. Instead, they were brought to us by two very polite gentlemen who introduced themselves, gave us our food, asked if we needed anything and then told us to call them if they needed anything. Food was good and by the end, we were comfortably full and enjoying trying the different bbq sauces on the table. Overall, it was an amazing experience and I would definitely go back! read more

I would have never come here if it wasn't for my boyfriends love of bbq. I'm glad we did because it's a great place. We were greeted as soon as we came in the door by our cashier, Ty. I told her that it was our first time there and she was patient with us and explained the whole menu. We ended up getting a turkey sandwich and a brisket. When my name was called the guy behind the counter said thanks for coming in and he heard it was our first time. I was pretty impressed by that. He let me know that they don't have freezers or microwaves and everything is made fresh. He told me if I needed anything to let him know or let the girl working the floor to know. Our food was really great. I loved the sauces that they have. Definitely try all of them to find your favorite. read more

I went yesterday for dinner. Needless to say the food was very good better than I expected. The cashier was "eh" but the food was excellent & the assistance manager made sure we were satisfied! Will be coming back! read more

BAMMMM!! insanely GREAT!! Supporting Vets !! Best BBQ around DMV for sure!! (Baltimore) yes, I have to travel North for good BBQ but it's 100% worth the road trip from Arlington! Awesome place and the service is remarkable!! #lifeR #supportingVETS&supportingPEOPLE read more

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The ONLY place in Maryland where I have found real brisket! Their moist brisket is one of the best meals in the area...the revolving black plate special is usually great too; I've sampled the pork chop (insanely tender and yummy) and the prime rib (also insanely and yummy). If you like Texas BBQ go here and go often! read more

There really is not that much good BBQ in the Baltimore area. At least not close to me, until now. This place is great. I love the decor, the set up is perfect. Order, grab a seat, and pick up when it's ready. I had the BBQ brisket. Very tasty. My boyfriend had the regular brisket and it, too, was very good. I like the assortment of BBQ sauces you can pick from. The coleslaw and mac and cheese were also right on the money. While we were there, the staff was giving out free samples of brownies. A tasty treat, I would definitely buy one - that is if I ever have room after the really nice sized portions of meat you get. I'll be back, and I'm so glad to have good BBQ nearby! read more

Food was delicious. We had the pulled pork and brisket for meat. Sides we had the baked beans, fries and mac&cheese. All were good. The restaurant definitely wasn't what we expected from the outside. We're from out of state and from the outside we thought we were walking into a sit down rather than counter service(not that this was a problem). The decorations and theming of the restaurant were great. It was clean, the staff was friendly and patient while we tried to understand ordering and sides and all that fun stuff. Prices seemed fair, portions were huge. We had food to take with us when we left. Loved having all the different choices of BBQ sauce to pick from! My only complaint is there wasn't really much or anything to get if you don't want meat, meat and more meat. Overall, we had a great experience and will probably be back next time we're in the area! read more

Mission BBQ is the best BBQ East of the Mississippi. Maybe even West too. Everyone must try the brisket and Mac & Cheese.

Came in for a late lunch on Saturday and things were quiet. By the time we left at four, the line was almost out the door! I grew up on Kansas City bbq so I have pretty strong opinions about the gente. Mission had excellent meat. I went traditional with the brisket sandwich--wish they piled it higher, there was a lot of bun but the meat was exceptional even without sauce. Hubby tried the pulled pork and loved it. Great beans and fries, Mac and cheese pretty good too. I love that they offer a variety of sauce styles at each table. The "Kansas City" sauce did not remind me of home but I had fun sampling the choices. Cute hand washing sink in the dining room for easy clean up! Great service, including the busser who brought us a car seat sling. Overall good experience-i would go back. The ambience verges on the jingoistic but I guess that's to be expected with mission in the name! read more

My review is based mainly on customer service... Last night I ordered meals for 9 people, I have a lot of experience with large orders, there is always something forgotten or wrong but I felt at ease the moment I placed the order, it was easy and there were absolutely no issues. As for the food... I am vegan so I can't personally attest to it but I will say that everyone was super happy with their meals! read more

I was great with my food until I got to the middle of my Mac n cheese and there was the longest hair possible... I was thoroughly disgusted. And then when I told them I was given a free meal coupon. I don't see me returning for free food. I don't think they understand how nasty that was. read more

Did a large order for a party and it was a hit. Service was quick and easy. Just called ahead and was given great suggestions on what would fit my needs read more

I ordered the pulled chicken and the pulled pork, they both were delicious. I wasn't to thrilled with the cornbread. The mac and cheese wasn't the best it was just ok and the same with the coleslaw. The staff was friendly and the service was fast. For a chain BBQ restaurant it pretty good. I would definitely return for some more BBQ food. read more

Always prompt and friendly. A worker noticed my son was being picky and asked if it was okay to bring him some fries, i thought that was so nice. The bbq is top notch, even used them for catering before and they were super helpful. read more

What a standout Maryland restaurant! Service is great. When you walk in the employees greet you and are always so quick to help. The food is fresh and the BBQ is juicy and moist. Love their support of the military and police. Best pulled pork I've had in MD. read more

Very nice place, big with first responders and military. Loved those ribs and the turkey sandwich. Will be coming back again. read more

Great place, great service, great people, and great food. The meats are excellent and the sides will make you lose six-pack abs in the blink of an eye. I love how they value veterans and honor the country every day at noon... read more

I would highly recommend Mission BBQ Perry Hall to everyone.. They catered my daughter's wedding on Saturday. They did an excellent from ordering to delivery, everything was perfect. Pricing was reasonable. And the food was the best! read more

My wife and I have been to mission about a dozen times. The food has always been exceptional. The only place I have had better bbq was in Texas. Today there was some new items on the menu. Potato salad, strawberry short cake and a ribeye steak! I got all 3 the potato Salad had a mustard twang which I really enjoyed. The steak was a first for me (smoked steak who knew) but was delicious but hard to cut with the plastic knife. During our meal one of the managers checked in on us and we had a great conversation about the food and his service in the military. He was super nice and seemed to love his work. He brought 2 strawberry shortcakes over for us to try and it was so good and imo was better then the warm peach cobbler now that it s so hot out. After finishing our meal we ran into who I believe was the owner doing some taste testing of new rolls and he asked if we wanted to help out. It's very nice seeing how hard they work to keep improving the food. I'm honestly more impressed the more I go in. Keep up the good work mission! read more

Their mission is felt as soon as you walk in the door, great atmosphere - family friendly, kind, and plenty of options. I'll be back. read more

We love this place. The service is excellent, the food is top notch, and the ambiance is perfectly military! Recently their computer went down when we were in the store. Everyone was calm, they asked if they could take our credit card number and charge us later. I was uncomfortable and we were planning on leaving. They didn't want us to leave, fulfilled our order with no payment, and said that they would see if the system came up before we left, if not, the food would be in the house. Luckily, the system came up. We paid and they still gave us free dessert. Excellent customer service. read more

This place has a lot going for it. Great atmosphere, friendly service and overall good food. Not to mention the work with the military. I got the 3 meat platter and I chose the pulled pork, brisket, and the turkey. I also ordered the Mac n cheese and a sweet tea. My fiancé got a pulled pork sandwich, potato salad and corn. Everything was good. I enjoyed mixing and matching the 6 flavors of BBQ sauce. The meat was tender and the sides were definitely above average. A pet peeve of mine is when the sides don't measure up to the main course. Good sweet tea, which is also hard to find. This place seems like it takes pride in everything it does, and you can tell. It doesn't get 5 stars because it may not be the best BBQ I have ever had. But it's darn good. read more

Came here for the first time with my boyfriend and his friend yesterday. I'd first like to say that this place stands by our armed forces and law enforcement and aren't shy about it. The restaurant is plastered with police patches all over the walls, army/navy/marines memorabilia, and an overall aura of gratitude towards the men and women who serve. My boyfriend and his friend are members of the police force and I love that they have a place like this to go to. The food itself is magical. The smell of smoky BBQ hits you immediately when you walk through, and the woman at the register welcomed us right away. Ordering was speedy - we got the pulled pork sandwich and a few sides. They have 6 barbecue sauces at each table to enhance your already delicious meal. The atmosphere is fantastic, great decor, and amazing barbecue. Will definitely be returning. read more

OMG, I just inhaled the chopped brisket sandwich. This is THE BEST I have EVER had. I typically order the pork sandwich, but wanted to switch things up today. I have one word to say about my decision to switch things up. SCORE! The staff is always super nice too. Totally worth the drive. read more

Everything is good but I have my go-to. Try the lean brisket, which I prefer to the 'wet', because you get to doctor it up with your own sauce and it's less fatty. Fries are a must, and 50/50 sweet tea lemonade mix. Thank me later. read more

I love this place. The food is good but the way it is laid out is even better. If you don't feel like an American when you look at all of the photos and patches and feel a sense of pride then you are not from here. The staff is very polite. I have not ever had a bad meal there. read more

Ran in to get a gift certificate and decided a to go order would mean I didn't have to make dinner. The facility was immaculate. COVID guidelines were in place. Every staff member I came in contact with was efficient and extremely and genuinely personable and helpful. My order was carefully packed. The food was delicious--even reheated several hours later. Will definitely be back. read more

I first came to this place on Veterans Day. Setting the Veterans status aside, the food is awesome. The brisket is the real deal as are the peanut oil fries. Check it out. read more

Great place. Food is mouth watering & delicious. Service is friendly & very good. A bit of a drive for me but totally worth it.