Omg the pork ribs and burnt ends are to die for! So tender! I went with my friends (who were…read morevisiting from Texas) and they also loved it. There's a nice variety of sauces. Also, the baked beans were so yummy! The vibe inside is fun eating at a picnic table with your friends. Worth the visit! Service was great too. Friendly staff.

The food was good a couple tastes we're unexpected, the beans had vinegar and had a spicy kick. The…read morebrussels sprouts were a little ground down not my favorite. The meats were tasty though and pretty good. We got family meal and all the meats were good like I said. Service was good. Ambiance was a good hangout place with bbq. Not the best bbq I've been but pretty good.

Wow, this is the second time having lunch at this spot. I highly recommend it. Today I tried burnt…read moreends for the first time. But not just any burnt ends, I had their wagyu brisket, burnt ends. All I can say is: juicy!! The service as always is superb, and don't leave without trying some of their delicious tamales that literally melt in your mouth. It's clean, comfortable and welcoming. When in DC, make it a point to visit this Hispanic owned joint. Where will America go to eat if they deport our Latino people? Yes I said it. We've made America Great, ALWAYS. If you don't like it, pedo, eat potatoes.

This barbecue spot is located in a trendy section of downtown. There is very limited street parking…read moreavailable. The restaurant has a patio area out front and a decent-sized dining area. There is a monitor in the dining area that shows the barbecue pit area, which I thought was really cool. The restaurant serves your favorite barbecue dishes, including ribs, brisket, sausage, and turkey chicken. You cannot place a same-day online order. If you want to order on the day, then you will have to go to the restaurant. The staff there was very friendly and helpful during the limited interaction that I had with them. I ordered the Wagyu brisket, with a side of brisket beans and elote. The food is already made, so it did not take them long to package it. My food was ok. The beans are not baked beans and did not taste like baked beans. They had a unique taste that I would classify as just ok. My brisket was really good. It had a lot of burnt ends, just like I like it. mmmmmmmmm. Now to the barbecue sauce. I was not a fan. It was ok and did not taste like any barbecue sauce that I have had. It did not do it for me. And on to the elote. It was mehhhh. It had too strong of a lime taste for me. It was overwhelming. I did eat my entire meal, but it was not the best. I would rank it as ok. Would I go back here? Yes, I would give this place another shot.

One of my favorite BBQ places in DC. Not quite the same as the BBQ in the South, but I'll take it!…read moreThe service was pretty fast cooking up my order and serving to me. There's plenty of seating indoors and in the covered patio area. The one thing I wish about this place was that they serve desserts like banana pudding! Definitely recommend folks to swing by though

I have had some of the best BBQ in the country in Memphis and Detroit, and I did not come in with…read moremy nose up thinking that I should hold DC BBQ to this standard, but gosh we were so disappointed here and I ended up having indigestion issues from the spicy beans. The food was very overpriced for the portion sizes (it was laughable what I ended up getting for what I had paid) and is it just me or are others getting tired of immigrant staff members who have not and or refuse to command the English language working in the front having communication hurdles and obstacles with you over a basic order, this issue is happening with more Black owned businesses as well as others. Look ladies and gentlemen cheaper does not always mean better, but I digress. The food came out surprisingly very fast which to me I had noticed with skepticism as there is a lot of processed type of meats here. The sandwich relies on a lot of bread, and cheese (brisket) with very think slices of meat, so it is like eating a grilled cheese sandwich. The potato salad had big chunks of pickles and even though I know potato salad at restaurants are not going to taste like homemade version a lot of the times, but still the level of attention to detail was missing a bit with chucks in the potato salad. There should be regular fries not just spicy and same with beans. The restaurant caters towards the White and foreign gentrification of the city by ignoring and distancing itself from the Black community of the city. The transient dollar always wins, as Shaw is the most intensively gentrified neighborhood in DC for good reason. I would personally stick with Mission BBQ and maybe Famous Daves chains, if you are not going to be a homemade pit master or cook yourself those ribs for 2 1/2 to 3 hours. Sometimes you want to treat yourself from always cooking in the kitchen, but gosh can these places step their game up and stop selling out? What is next we will have raisins and fruit in our potato salad? I came in excited thinking this place was going to be amazing, but there needs to be a bit of improvement with the food quality. The bartender was friendly, personable, and had great energy which is a plus, but the take out experience was worst than mediocre. It is one of those one and done spots. I gave it a shot, but felt uneasy and disappointed, something just seemed off with the experience honestly here.

I visited this spot Memorial Day weekend. The food was amazing. I had the pork ribs, beef ribs,…read morewagyu brisket and a side of the brisket beans and the mac & cheese. I was not disappointed. The meal was packaged so beautiful I almost didn't want to mess it up . It was definitely worth the price. I'll visit again.

Save all your calories and look for no place else in Maryland for BBQ. You know a bbq joint is…read morelegit when you can smell the delightful aroma outside while you open for it to open. You see, get there too late and your options will be less. This morning before they opened, they already down to a half pound of burnt ends left for the day. They take pre-orders and you better put those in before they open or you'll be waiting until later in the day. Only a certain number of folks can be let in at a time to control seating which is available in and out. I had the short back ribs (which were so delish they fell off the bone), mac and cheese (warm cheesy goodness) and tried some of the baked beans (with brisket, jalapeños and saucy goodness). We also brought home some turkey, and their two kinds of brisket. Sweet baby Jesus. The wagyu brisket is buttery, melt in your mouth delish and the prime brisket is more traditional. Moist is the only way to go. While they have sauce, all their meats are so well seasoned you'll never want any. Make the drive and enjoy every dollar spent for the meat sweats.

Everything here is stellar. Beef ribs were massive and falling off the bone. Pork ribs had perfect…read moresmoke and tender meat. The jalapeño sausages had great snap and flavor with a nice touch that stands out. The brisket is the real deal though. Perfectly smoked, juicy, incredible bark. Both the straight brisket and the brisket sandwich are winners and the sandwich is loaded and satisfying. The mac and cheese is creamy and a perfect side. Generous portions, authentic BBQ technique, and everything tastes like they actually care. This is quality smoke and meat done right. Highly recommend.

Amazing food, amazing servers, and amazing atmosphere would've given 20 stars. If possible. Very…read morefriendly staff would highly recommend. --12 year old boy with a big appetite. :)

Came here after a lingering afternoon across the street at the beer garden. Hankering for some pub…read moregrub, my daughter and I shared some pickle spears and we each had a burger. Service was good from this eclectic bunch of waitstaff, but it was pleasant and efficient. The fried pickle spears were not breaded enough, but the remoulade dipping sauce was a nice change from the typical ranch dressing. Our "standard" burgers were char-grilled, greasy and perfectly seasoned. The double fried fries were crispy and tasty. Will have to return to try some of their BBQ offerings, but if you are in need of a burger, don't overlook this spot either!

Awesome spot to enjoy food and drinks! And the COVID system is awesome. You add your name to a…read morewaitlist to be seated outdoors. You also place your order and pay online so they try to keep it as contact free as possible. I had the rose cider and ordered mac and cheese, hush puppies and fries...because I was trying to be healthy. I enjoyed everything! My friends ordered the burger and onion rings and enjoyed it as well. Prices are very reasonable. They also have outdoor heaters so they'll be well prepared for winter and colder weather. We were also treated to a round of the offshoot hazy ipa since the brewmaster happened to be here. He bought a round for everyone and it was really nice of him! I look forward to coming back!

Recently decided to try Honey Pig in college part after learning they had bowls to take out for…read morelunch. I decided to walk over from campus and order two different bowls to try one with beef bulgolgi another with spicy pork. I enjoyed both and felt like they were a hearty serving, definitely more than I expected for the lunch special. Service was great, friendly and pretty fast. The ambiance reminded me of a typical Honey Pig KBBQ feel just with a comfier waiting area with some reclining chairs, rocking chairs and couches. If you enjoy Honey pig flavors you'll definitely enjoy the bowl lunch options for a quick take away option!

I've tried many Korean BBQ spots in the DMV area so I already had an idea of what to expect. I…read moredecided to host my daughter's birthday dinner here. They were able to accommodate a large party of about 18 people but it would've been nice if we had more than one waiter to help out. Most of the party ordered the unlimited option A which worked out for us. The food was good, the atmosphere was nice and they were playing the World Cup games, however, the service was slow at times. The price was decent but I am not a fan of the way kids prices are determined. It's not by age like other places I've been but it's done by height. Even the smallest child I know didn't qualify so most of the kids were charged adult pricing. Please note: this is located in a shopping center with plenty of parking but spots can fill up quickly. You also must scan to pay for the parking.

Stopped by DC City Smokehouse for a quick lunch, and it definitely did not disappoint. I caught up…read morewith a friend over a pulled pork sandwich, brisket sandwich, mac and cheese, fries, and fresh lemonade--and we left full and happy. The food was flavorful, the restaurant was clean, and the staff were friendly and helpful. It was a great way to spend the afternoon exploring the Anacostia neighborhood. I'd gladly stop by again the next time I'm in the area.

Unfortunately I didn't enjoy my meal at all. I went with the half smoke, brisket, baked beans,…read morecollard greens and potato salad. The half smoked sausages were not good. I was really looking forward to liking them. The brisket was a little tender but it could have used more seasoning. The baked beans were ok and the collard greens were a little too sweet. I liked the potato salad. Unfortunately I don't think I'll be getting food here again. I really wanted to like it. :(

As befits their appearance on the PBS show Signature Dish, you enter the world of competitive…read morebarbecue. Chef and Pitmaster Andrew Darneille really earned those awards. I liked the modern industrial interior (exposed ceilings, cement floor), complete with bespoke woodpiles. Super cheerful service. BIG portions (with an extra side, each entree is a meal for two), everything hand-made, many nods to modern American cuisine such as the care they spend on sides and the well-crafted cocktails. Amazing how many things you can smoke. Now, drinks and food. Nothing liked a smoking whiskey cocktail, people sitting next to you will stare in envy (as well they should). Wife's grilled pineapple mojito was topped with such a large mint sprig, it was positively horticultural. Along with the complementary cornbread, a great start. My barbecue expert's half rack of St. Louis-style ribs was trimmed and plenty moist, with six BBQ sauces to choose from. Lots of pickle slices (cucumbers in any form are perfect with seasoned meat). I had the "signature dish:" plank-smoked salmon, wild rice & roasted Brussels sprouts, a superb adaptation of the art of barbecue to a healthy piece of fish. Interesting chat with Chef Darneille about the challenges of the restaurant scene. Appreciated his honesty, he appreciated our business. Even as he had a party of 60 to attend to (there were just enough tables to accommodate us). And, only a block from Metro, making for a short run through any rainstorm. Shrinkflation has yet to hit Smokecraft Modern Barbeque. Eating the leftovers, now.

Really good BBQ spot in Arlington. You can really taste the smoke and other flavors you don't get a…read morelot of the time in Arlington. All of the meats were tender. Service is confusing. It was seat yourself, no physical menu, but still place your order with a waiter, drinks came out slow, but food came out quick.

Made a few trips on CBP and MacArthur recently visiting Sibley Hospital. Was hungry one night and…read morestopped by. I was pleasantly surprised to see the Iberico ribs and the Bodega. Staff were very friendly and helped us navigate the menu. It was quiet for a late Friday evening. The game was on and there were plenty of paper towels on the tables. The food was great. Mac and cheese was buttery with the chili powder. My mom and I really enjoyed it. The Iberico ribs were great. The thin oil that coated every strand of meet was unique. Think of Jamon Iberico without being too salty and having sweet Smokey bbq flavor. Very underrated in my opinion. The strawberry lemonade was great! Easy 5/5!

Such a warm friendly welcome at this the establishment But…read more.. The brisket is the true star of the show: slow-cooked over an open flame, it's fall-apart tender with just the right amount of bark and smoke. Each bite melts in your mouth, rich with flavor that can only come from hours in the pit and a whole lot of BBQ love. This spot isn't just about the meat (though, let's be honest, you could stop there and leave happy). They've also turned part of the space into a mini market that sells fresh local produce, prime cuts of meat, a curated wine selection, and even small-batch ice cream. It's like a one-stop shop for food lovers, whether you're dining in or taking a piece of the experience home. The atmosphere still nods to its past life--exposed beams, condiment stations, and vintage signage add to its cool, industrial vibe. It's the kind of place that feels both laid-back and unforgettable, perfect for a casual lunch or impressing out-of-town guests. If you're looking for a truly unique dining experience where the food is as memorable as the setting, this place delivers.