This place is small but mighty. Harley was amazing and made sure we were satisfied. The food was absolutely delicious. All round best decision to stop. read more

Cute little hole in the wall / dive vibes. I ordered several family meals because I was catering a lunch for an office nearby, and this happened to be across the street. Everyone that ate the food said it tasted great, and it smelled so good. I wish I had taken a pic of the food. I got either 4 or 5 family meals and it was just the right amount of food for approx 20 people. read more

Pg Bbq #1 - Front counter - American Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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Over many years I have have visited this establishment while making many trips up and down 95. It wouldn't be a road trip if we didn't get a little sumthin from here. Consistent recipes, large menu, but we come for the bbq pork, brisket or ribs... reasonable price, and very homey. Solid choice - and I luuuuv my bbq. read more

I always enjoy coming here. Usually I go solo but sometimes I bring friends who are visiting to show them what a quaint little BBQ joint looks like here in the RVA area. Service is always great, and I like the pork. It's good barbecue at a fair price. read more

Sad to say the food sucked. I got the sampler platter. Everything was overcooked and dried out. I made it through the ribs which were subpar but okay, but the chicken was barely edible and the brisket I couldn't get passed two bites of; I have had jerky less dry. Potato salad was drowning in mayonnaise or sour cream or whatever creamy base they make it with, collards were too sweet and unseasoned. I want my $30 back. Sorry! read more

Stopped by earlier this evening. I wanted ribs, but they were a little too expensive. So I decided to get a hamburger steak dinner supposedly with gravy. I live in NC so I didn't get to eat till I got home. There was hardly no gravy. Won't be ordering this meal again. Service was good Oh and there would've been a.30 charge for onions. read more

Food was the worst BBQ I've ever had. Minced Brisket? It smelled like it came from the garbage can. The chicken was pink. The ribs had no bone?? It wasn't st louis or loins it was some other awful pork. The only thing that had any good flavor was the beans. read more

I stopped by on a late Sunday afternoon, while on my way back up to DC after a trip. I wanted to get something more local, hoping that I could find some good bbq for lunch. Unfortunately, I didn't find it here. I got a large bbq minced sandwich. The size was good, but the sandwich was really salty and the bbq was also salty.. and peppery. I couldn't finish my sandwich. HOWEVER, the hush puppies were soooooo good. They're a little large - like the size and a half of a golf ball. Made fresh and served with butter, I could have eaten a dozen. The service was nice. Still sad about the bbq though read more

Pg Bbq #1 - shredded pork bbq - American Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Let me first start by saying our server was very polite and provided great service. This is not a reflection of her. Second, this food was horrible. 2 of us had food poisoning and it was terrible as we were eating it. I got the combo, my husband had ribs, 2 others had pork bbq sandwiches and another had a chicken salad. The chicken salad chicken was dry. The pork bbq was also dry but it's a Carolina style in case you're curious. The ribs were just god awful. Tough and chewy with terrible flavor. I also had a quarter chicken which was dry and inedible. The chopped beef tasted like a steak Um sandwich which is fine if I wanted a steak um, I did not. Sides, the only redeeming was the hushpuppies. The mac n cheese was not good. Noodles were unevenly cooked. Some were hard, some were fine and some were too done. Baked beans were not good, Cole slaw was bland. Fries were not fresh or the baked them. We lease don't waste your money here. There are much better bbq places around and they aren't as expensive to boot. If I could give zero stars I would. read more

Bad barbecue. Brisket was dry. Sauce was sweet. Food was expensive. The inside has harsh lighting & bad decor. Waitress did her job; congrats. Don't waste your time & money. read more

Great hole in the wall with excellent barbecue! Enjoyed the rinse, cole slaw, beans and greens! A ridiculous amount of food, 3 of us could have shared my meal alone. Love the Elvis decor! read more

Food was not good. Definitely not worth it. I ordered pork chop sandwich mashed potatoes and butter beans. Powder potatoes the pork chop was dry. Food needed seasoning. read more

Very mixed feelings about this place. Prices were high, but portions were huge. Loved the pulled chicken, but the ribs disappointed. Chopped pork was good. Chopped brisket wasn't bad. Loved the Mac n cheese. Potato salad was ordinary. Service was very quick, to the point of rushing me out the door (they close at 8:00 pm on Friday). I'd definitely go back, but wouldn't go out of my way to do so. read more

I stopped in after work.,Thought I would take some hush puppies home to have with dinner. Not a one hush puppy left when I got home , Ate all five and they were huge read more

I have eaten here for over twelve years always great food and the best sauce. great service and always clean and neat inside.

I got a pork salad and it was Big! It was very good lots of pork, my husband got the tacos and said they were good as well, the Chocolate cake was amazing! Their service was exceptional, the lady at the counter was very patient as we looked at the menu, she came to our table a few times to see if we needed refills and to make sure we were happy! Great place to eat you won't regret it! read more

Pg Bbq #1 - Pork salad and tacos - American Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Calling this place "BBQ" should be illegal. Couldn't believe how trash the brisket was. Should be ashamed of they damn self

The ordering online was user friendly. When I arrived at the restaurant to pick up the lady at the counter was very helpful and friendly. The food was awesome I can see why they get the good reviews. read more

My daughter and I were driving up 95 at lunchtime and saw the food sign at the exit. We got off and followed signs to pg bbq. We got the last table before it got packed. They were really hustling in there to get orders taken and out. Super nice people. Cozy atmosphere. I got ribs that I had to eat with a fork because the meat fell off the bone. It was so tender and delicious. I had greens and okra sides with cornbread. My daughter had pulled chicken with greens and applesauce and hush puppies. We loved everything and only ate 2/3rds of the food because of the large portions. I will make a point of working my drives past there during meal hours! read more

I was frankly insulted by our order from PG. We ordered a hamburger, which was supposed to automatically come with lettuce, tomato, mayo and pickle. What we got was a wad of meat with the consistency of a stale sponge. No condiments. No toppings. Nothing. Just a sad puck of meatloaf stuck between bland bread, wrapped in a paper towel. The chopped steak platter came with none of the promised gravy and onions, even though the sides were serviceable. Barely. The kids chicken tenders were unseasoned. The fries soggy. The saving grace was the steak sub, which by my son's account was the best steak and cheese he's ever had. The staff was nice enough. The restaurant clean. Maybe their other items are good, but the meals we got tonight singlehandedly ruined the evening. I don't think we'll be eating there again. read more

My wife and I moved south of the river from Short Pump a few years ago and have been trying local restaurants as we are big time foodies. BBQ is one of our favorites, and until we found this place, we struggled to find any really good BBQ in RVA. (We will take a day trip to Gordonsville some weekends just to get BBQ Exchange, which has been our go-to favorite after a morning hike in the mountains!) This place is the bomb. The minced pork is perfectly salty, smoky and juicy. Their ribs fall off the bone and have all the caramelized ends you could ever want. The beef brisket is tender, juicy and has that tasty edge you want out of a good smoked brisket. Their collard greens are spot on. The cole slaw here is the best I've ever had - not too much mayo, fresh cabbage with just the right bite, and a generous portion of celery seeds that make the taste buds pop! Finally, their sauce is perfectly balanced. Kind of like Arby's red sauce but with a little more black pepper and real ingredients instead of HFCS. We love this place so much we had them cater our daughters rehearsal dinner in our back yard. Couldn't say enough good things about this hidden BBQ gem in south side RVA. Well worth the drive if you live in (or anywhere near) the city. read more

Never again. They used to be really good, but not anymore. I got a family pack of minced B.B.Q. As soon as I opened the container, I could smell Boar hog. Gamey as hell. Nasty B.B.Q. The buns I brought home had mold on them. Mac, and cheese was like from a school lunch. The collards were o.k. Don't waste your money here. It's a shame, because this place used to be great. read more

I came in town from airport for the holiday. And first thing I want was a bbq and I found the Jackpot. This sandwich was great and a soda, I will back as long as I'm here from California. read more

Place is adorable! And food is Great! The ribs make my Top 10 and the Hush Puppies were the best ever (this paleo girl ate two). And that's saying something. Everything is super-homemade. Servers are really sweet and attentive. Love the fact that locals were coming in and out. And very clean, which is not usually synonymous with BBQ shacks. read more

Pg Bbq #1 - The place is adorable! - American Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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I love Saturday lunch dates with my man! He always has a surprise up his sleeve. Pg BBQ was the latest victim. You know it's the place to be when you can see the smoke coming out of the old fashioned stove that's right out front! It's a small place, but from walking in, I knew it was popular. Almost all the tables were filled. I went with the BBQ pork sandwich combo, and my partner in crime went for the hot dog combo. Both came with fries and a drink. I had the sweet tea and the waitress was always on point, making sure I was always topped off! She made about 3 rounds with the pitcher of tea, and I love me some sweet tea! Again, this is one of those spots that let YOU decide how much BBQ sauce you want on your meal. And I love that. The sauce they had was the perfect mix of sweet and tangy, with a bit of a kick. I was able to slather as much as I wanted on my sandwich. The amount of meat overflowed, and I had my beloved coleslaw too. The fries were good and plentiful (I couldn't finish them all). I really enjoyed the meal and the service was great. I highly recommend coming here for some be-be-que. read more

OMG this is amazing BBQ!!!! For 15$ I got the 1/2 chicken platter, it was fantastic it included 1/2 a bbq chicken that was falling off the bone, cornbread, and 2 sides. I choose cole slaw and Mac n cheese. The provided silverware and abundant condiments including extra sauce, and enough napkins which were needed. The cornbread was light and soft . Melted in my mouth with the delicious whipped butter that it came with. I'm not a huge fan of Mac and cheese but having been in SC for the past 2 weeks I gave it a try. It was creamy and rich. Tasted homemade but personally I prefer a baked m n c. I found the coleslaw far better than expected. The cabbage wash very fresh and crispy. The dressing had a hint of mayo and a refreshing tang of vinegar. Definitely NOT from an industrial strength 5 gallon bucket! By far the highlight was the chicken. A very large 1/2 chicken cooked to perfection, tender, and juicy. Literally falling off the bone !! Have enough leftover for lunch tomorrow. All in all a great experience quick service and kind, attentive staff. I strongly suggest if you are in the area read more

Passed Richmond looked for Bb-Q..Followed sign from 95 easily to location. Small family style resta urant..Fast friendly service and large choice of meats and sides..Had chopped pork sand with slaw and collards..Very good ! read more

Pg Bbq #1 - American Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

I wish I could give this place more stars. Not only was the food delicious but the staff and service exceeded all expectations! We stopped at PG BBQ on a drive home to New York and tried just about everything on the menu. Nothing disappointed! Unfortunately I left my sweater in a booth and didn't realize until i was back home. After calling the restaurant to see if it was there, the kind women that worked there offered to send it back to me all the way in New York. I just received it in the mail today and my pleasant surprise, they threw in some delicious BBQ sauce and honey roasted peanuts! So happy I stumbled into this establishment. I cannot recommend it enough! read more

Visiting from out of town. Food was hot. But ribs arent smoked, theyre baked. Meaty is chewy, sauce is bland. Beef sandwich was meh. Potato salad was excellent. My son said his chicken tenders and sides were pretty good. Baked ribs just arent my thing. read more

Every year we come through Richmond, this is our stop on the way to the beach. Cute little place Sort of off the beaten path hole in the wall, but the BEST BBQ!! The minced bbq sandwich and sides are yummy and plentiful. We love it for its Elvis decor and friendly service. Great prices too! read more

Pg Bbq #1 - American Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Heard decent things about this place and decided to try it for myself. Came and got takeout at about12- 1pm. I got a pulled pork sandwich and baked beans with a sweet tea. The BBQ was very finely chopped which I'm not a huge fan of, I guess that's just preference. But it was dry and had to be soaked in sauce to extract any flavor out of it. Even the sauce was too sweet and had an odd fruity berry flavor? The beans were good, had a nice smoky flavor. But then, low key the most important aspect of a BBQ spot, is the sweet tea. It was watery and was hardly sweet at all. I would give more of a pass if I came later in the day and things weren't as fresh but given that it was on the early part of lunch time, I definitely expected more, especially with the amount of BBQ options in the Petersburg/Chester/CH area read more

Nice people, very small. Burger was huge had to cut the meat in half and was little dry no seasoning. Pork sandwich was very dry, slaw had to much celery seed. Fries were not good, okra was cooked to long. Hush puppies were ok. Portions were big but food just tasted old and reheated. Asked for lemon and they gave me a bottle of concentrated lemon. Will not go to this location again. Maybe will try other location, but this on never again. Only giving 3 stars because of portion size and nice waitress, food gets two stars. read more

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Stopped eating at PG2 a couple of years ago; decided to try it again today. Big mistake; pulled pork tasted like it had been refrigerated for a few days. The ribs were so over cooked that it was like chewing bad jerky. I'm out, on the plus side the waitress was great. Don't let the smoker out front fool you I don't think that food will served today. read more

When a BBQ joint has a wall of Elvis pictures (include on velvet!) and another wall with a picture of Robert E. Lee and a Dale Earnhardt Sr. poster, you know it will be good! Food was great & staff was friendly. Prices were fair, only "complaint" is brisket sandwich needed a little more meat. read more

I have to admit when we pulled in the PACKED parking lot, I snooped around looking for the smoker. I have very few rules in life, but one of them is not to eat BBQ at a place without a stack of hickory (or at least oak) on the premises. I was hungry enough after driving six hours from Philly to take my chances. Sliced Brisket was tasty and tender, with crunchy bark in every bite. Wife's minced (neither pulled nor sliced) was excellent with a hist of pin smoke ring still visible despite the fine texture. House BBQ sauce was tangy with vinegar. Sides (Mac and Cheese, Butter Beans, Baked Beans, cornbread, yams and hush puppies were all fresh and home made. Surprisingly, this little joint will also serve you hot dogs, sliver, pork chops, meat loaf or trout ... VERY versatile for a BBQ place, and serving a steady stream of regulars, the help was sincere southern friendly. It wasn't until we walked out that we noticed the large barrel smoker simmering in the front of the parking lot. I'm looking forward to the ride back already. read more

Went here today during an all you can eat rib night.. Place was busy, service fast. The server, who was also the cashier was courteous and friendly. The ribs were smoked to perfection, with the meat falling off them, so I was able to eat them completely with a fork and knife. The rib sauce complimented the ribs nicely. (only one sauce). The fried okra was good, not great. The collard greens had a touch of sweetness which I loved (sweet tooth). The best side was the hushpuppies. They were light, moist, extremely flavorful. Best I ever had. A great and very filling meal at an excellent price. read more

Pg Bbq #1 - Awesome hushpupies, great ribs and sweetened collards greens made for a great dinner - American Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Came here to try something new... I have worked in the area for years and never saw the building (it sneaks up on you). It is a small building, not a ton of seating so I wouldn't dine in if you have a big group. The servers were friendly. It was lunch hour and I probably waiting 10 minutes for my food. The portions sizes were very generous for the price. I got the chicken strip combo with fries. Delicious. The chicken was moist and hot. Overall, I would recommend it and will probably eat there again. read more

Pg Bbq #1 - a menu on a counter - American Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

When I'm in Richmond Va I make the trip south into Chester/Chesterfield to this place. Small mom and pops place that has a real home feel to it. Food and service is great! I had a half chicken on this day with sides. Man they loaded me up with the sides and plenty of sauce for the chicken (for it was a little on the dry side). I come here often and I will continue to do so. read more

I was very impressed at the food quality at this restaurant. I found the minced pork barbecue to be fantastic quality with a Carolina barbecue style sauce on it. I would recommend this to friends in a heartbeat! A great find! read more

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I was driving through Virginia and wanted to find a local spot to try something other than the fast food I was forced to eat on my road trip. The highway exit signs mention this BBQ joint just a short drive from the exit. After one left turn, a helpful sign saying ahead on right was appreciated but somehow I drove right past it. After turning around I spotted the tiny building, parked and walked in around 3:45. When I came in a girl was sitting at a customer table on her tablet and looked startled but was very nice and asked me if my order was for here or to go. I was the only one in the place and that kind of worried me. I always feel awkward when I am the only one in a restaurant other than staff. It took me a minute to figure out the hand written menu board and then I settled on a BBQ plate with two sides (collard greens and mac-n-cheese) and hushpuppies. Only two or three minutes later my food came out. I should have looked close at the menu because I didn't like what I got. The sliced BBQ was 10.99 i think and the minced BBQ plate was $8.99. I thought that I was getting a *chopped* BBQ plate. Let me tell you when they say 'minced' they mean it. I have never seen BBQ this ground up. It looked like little tiny granules of pork dirt. I think the chef must have been using all his free time Slap-chopping the meat to a fine mist of meat sand. The result was a dry and odd texture of BBQ that really had no flavor. There was a red BBQ sauce (not their own) available to put on the meat and it needed it bad but still didn't help. Now I live in NC and love BBQ and take it either sliced or pulled or even chopped but this minced meat was bad. The collard greens were way too salty and greasy. The mac and cheese was the powder cheese type and over cooked. All the items I got were microwaved and not served from a fresh batch made that day I could tell. Sadly, the hush puppies could have been great but they were microwaved too. The batter seemed good and had some nice onion and jalepeno or peppers of some sort in it, but instead of getting two fresh hushpuppies out the fryer they were nuked and sent out to me - I guess to help with lost food costs. Sad. The girl who served me was very nice and the food came out quick. Too bad it tasted so bad. I felt like crap the rest of my drive to Greensboro. I would avoid this place as a drive thru traveler. read more