My wife and I have been frequenting this neighborhood restaurant for many years. The quality of the restaurant and its food has always been good. The staff have always been nice. It has been nice to see that the business do so well considering the number of businesses that have inhabited that particular space over the past 20 years.  The prices however, have more than doubled in the past six years. Perhaps that is typical of all restaurants but enough is enough.  For the same 2 burgers and fries, we now pay more than double what we paid in 2020 and now one of us doesn't even order a drink like we used to. When paying the bill yesterday, I noticed that now I'm even being charged for the courtesy of utilizing my credit card. No one carries cash. We'll now have to seriously evaluate whether or not returning to this restaurant.  Enough is enough! read more

Haven't been to Rib City for a while. They really deliver on BBQ! I had the combo wings and ribs and mom had the full slab of baby back ribs. Both were bangin' !! Better than smoky bones. Wings were perfectly cooked with just the right amount of smoke and sauce. The ribs were fall of the bone tender! Definitely would recommend this place if you need a BBQ fix! read more

Rib City - Combo wings and ribs - Barbeque Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

If ribs you are looking for, we highly recommend coming here. Family friendly. It's like a home cooked meal away from home. I love their St. Louis Ribs with coleslaw and buttery corn cobette. My husband loves the baby back ribs and their baked beans. It's like a home cooked meal. read more

Rib City - St.Louis Ribs, coleslaw, fresh corn cobette, garlic bread - Barbeque Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

Must say disappointing meal. Staff all seemed new except 1waiter I recognized Very busy. Ribs were dry like fast cooked to keep up with the crowd Forgetful waiter Unfortunately seems to be going down somewhat since son has taken over Please clean the men's bathroom. The urinal is nasty and smells.,they keep putting deodorizers in the urinal not helping. Normally solid place but need to get back to basics. read more

A group I am a member of had a yearly meeting Thursday evening. It was catered by Rib City and Eric. We had roughly 60 people in attendance. Before the food line was open, I could smell delicious Mac and cheese. I couldn't wait to get in line and see what they were serving. I chose the BBQ with no bun, Mac n cheese, Cole slaw on top of the BBQ, and some green beans. I had a full plate. They did not skimp and both gentlemen were very nice and made sure you got what you wanted. They also had baked beans and small rolls with butter for those interested. Plus they had several of their own bottled sauces and Tabasco. Our table sat down together and started eating. I don't normally eat a lot at dinner time but I have to confess...my partner cleared his plate and I ate every bit of mine. Every single bite was delicious. No one at the table had anything negative to say at all. They also had take out containers available for those who wished to take go thru the buffet line and get some food to take home. They were very accommodating and impressive. I will pay a visit to their restaurant soon. Thank y'all for taking such good care of us. read more

Can't go wrong with their ribs ! Yeehawwww Kind of. I wish the ribs were bigger tbh. Like I got the lunch special sure , but the cuts were like half the width of a usual ribs. Nonetheless the mac, beans, and ribs combo are pretty good and juicy. I wanna go again and try out their other stuff!!! Pretty close to my place so it's convenient and I definitely wanna go again. read more

Rib City - Barbeque Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

Ok I just ordered a quick meal to my house. Rack and half with corn on the cob and mac and cheese on the side. It came with Texas toast too. Everything g was a 8-9 out of ten conservatively. Ribs had a little char on it but tender and not too saucy. Sauce had some twang to it. They gave me two extra for dipping and one was enough. It is very sweet and flavorful. Meat was tender and juicy. Mac and cheese had thick curly noodles and the cheese was thick and creamy. I think it was white sauce I'm not sure but it was goood. My daughter ate it all so you may want to get a full serving because the side was only good enough for 1 person. And the corn was a half cob but sweet. I put some homemade butter on it instinctively and it was a hit. Bread was crispy and buttered down. I could eat 3 on my own. Next time ordering a whole loaf of that lol. Ok all in all it was great and the best ribs I have had in the city so far besides maybe redwood smoke shack. But the sauce here was better so.... Rib city wins. I will put this in my families rotation. read more

Happened upon this place by accident. Was headed to Maggiano's, but had shared with my friend that I wanted some ribs. So as we're driving, we rode right past "rib city." Long story short, we decided to turn around and eat there. SO glad we did. Ambience is pretty basic, but apropos for the demographic, the "theme" and the food. I have absolutely no complaints as it pertains to the food. No complaints as a pertains to service. No complaints as a pertains to really anything here. The food was great. The service was wonderful. The dessert, exceptional. I didn't take a picture of the coconut cream pie, but if you're into coconut cream pie... This place will do you right. I highly recommend. read more

Rib City - The "Trio," American Baby Back, Baby Back and St. Louis ribs, with cold slaw and baked bean. Texas Toast. - Barbeque Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

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The food was great. Definitely worth the price. The food came out pretty fast. The service was good. Quiet environment. I would definitely go back. read more

Rib City - This is called Tony's Combo. It comes with a full rack of ribs with 1/4 of pulled pork plus 2 sides and Texas toast. - Barbeque Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

We ordered take out and it was ready when we arrived and still hot when we got home. Very nice staff and the food was great. We had ribs, brisket, pulled pork, beans, cole slaw, mac & cheese, french fries, onion rings, chocolate cake and coconut cream pie. There was plenty of food for us (three meals for 2 of us), prices are reasonable and it was all excellent. We will defintely go back. read more

Good service, good food. Had the ribs and shrimp, the shrimp were better than an upscale place called "The Hunt Club" and a lot less expensive. The ribs were fall off the bone and tasty. read more

Ordered ribs for take out. Ribs were really good with the BBQ sauce. The fries were even better because they were crispy with a sprinkle of cheese flavor. It was $28 and worth the price. read more

Rib City - Entrance - Barbeque Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

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More like Rib Heaven It's been almost 2 years since we last visited. Mannn the spicy ranch was so good & I definitely recommend the three cheese fries !!! The BBQ is very good. Bro.... So good........ so delicious! Le food is exquisite. I like ribs. WHO PULLED THIS PORK??! Great service! 10000/10 recommend. We will be back Rib City... read more

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Karen was awesome! Super friendly, checked on me often and brought my food out piping hot! I selected the pick three with light chicken, dark chicken, and baby back ribs (best in VB), with baked beans and fries on the side. I couldn't finish, as usual, if you leave here hungry it's your fault! Such a great spot, always at the top of the list!! Try their spicy BBQ sauce, you have to ask for it and it is spectacular!!!! Eat up buttercup!!!! read more

Rib City - Pick 3 light and dark chicken, baby back ribs baked beans and fries! - Barbeque Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

My FAVORITE place for ribs. no place else compares. Everyone is nice and the place has a southern-like feel to it. I recommend this place to EVERYONE everytime i get the chance to. I've been coming here since I was 7!! I'm 18 now. I'll keep coming here until I move away!! No place compares. 10/10!!! read more

#dateyourwifewednesday took us to Rib City, considering a friend of mine posted about their first trip there about a week or so ago and how much they liked it. My verdict: I'd give them 3.5 stars but since yelp doesn't do half stars, they are stuck with 3. Let's talk about it... The Good: I found the sliced smoked pork in my sandwich and the pulled pork that my wife ordered to be good, even without barbeque sauce. My wife thought her pulled pork was slightly dry but I thought it was fine. Adding the sauces (sweet, tangy, or hot) made it better for sure, but I thought the meat was cooked well and could stand on it's own. That's a plus! Another HUGE plus was the prices!! Both our lunches (minus the $1.29 upcharge for sweet potatoes fries) were less than $9. My sandwich combo (sandwich and one signature side) was only $7.99 and my wife's lunch special (1 choice of meat and 2 signature sides) was only $8.99. Our total bill was just over $20, which is great for the amount of food we received. The Bad: Well, I personally don't care for large macaroni noodles in my Mac and Cheese because they tend to be less creamy, which it was. The Mac and cheese was just average. Not bad, but not great. The green beans were slightly better, so I'd say a little better than average. Again, not bad, but not great. The sweet potatoe fries, again, were average - not bad at all, but nothing to "write home" about. Also, the restaurant itself could use a facelift. The building has gone through several hands (I think) over the last few years or so, and a true facelift would make the place look more appealing, which honestly it's why it took me so long to try them out. The look of the place doesn't give you an "amazing food inside" kinda vibes. Even the inside could use some love. For example, in the Men's room, there is an old looking inoperable push button hand dryer. It's built into the wall, and even has signs of rust. Instead of removing it (I honestly don't know how difficult or expensive it would be for them to do) or replacing it, a paper towel dispenser was installed directly above it. To me, that just makes the place feel a little "cheap." All in all, I would go back because the meat was good and the price was on point. I'd just try some different sides, like maybe their cole slaw or baked beans. I'd say, for the price, if you like barbeque, it's definitely worth trying for yourself. I thought it was ok, but you may love it (like my friend did)! read more

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In VB for a short vacation. We stopped in for lunch. Great price, tasty ribs and garlic bread.

Came here for an early weekend dinner. Tip: lunch specials have great deals for the same amount of food and are from 11-4 PM DAILY Ordered: Ribs and shrimp: 1/2 Rack of Baby Back Ribs tender and smokey with choice of extra sauce on the table, lightly-breaded shrimp were a little small and not as flavorful as the BBQ but lightly crunchy and had a good portion Beef Brisket Plate: a handful of slices of tender brisket, smokey but not as flavorful as the ribs Tony's Combo: full rack of ribs and chose pulled pork Sides: coleslaw (average, went well with BBQ), coblette (felt a little cheap by not giving out a 1/2 cob, drenched in butter if that's your thing), baked beans (homey, sweet, yummy), garlic bread (tasted just like the ones from the freezer isle in the best way), mac and cheese (average) Chocolate cream pie: a standard slice, creamy chocolatey This place hits a spot for decent BBQ in the area. With big portions and promised clean-off-the-bone ribs, it's a solid choice for a rib meal with family. read more

What a let down. It may have been great at one point. Not any more & we were the only 8 people in there & the food was pretty bad. Sorry. I hate to write this. But quite a waste of money. Sad as I heard years ago it was good. read more

I was pleasantly surprised. The food was pretty good and came generously portioned. No wait plus friendly staff. By the way the deserts are bomb! read more

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Had lunch today. Everything was fresh and very tasty. The prices are awesome, and the service was wonderful. The home made key lime pie was better than any I have had in this area. read more

I NEVER write and review, and with this being my first, I just had to. This place was good, maybe two years plus but now it's a complete waste of money!!! The baby back ribs were completely overcooked and ridiculously small!! You can't find baby back ribs as small as they sell them in a grocery store. I would bet they were made a day before and reheated. The mac N cheese says it's homestyle, but that's a damn lie! It's nothing more than kraft in a box. I will never spend my money here AGAIN! The only things that were good were our waitress and the sweet tea. If you want bbq in the vb area, go to Dave's BBQ on Laskin! read more

A few years back this was a really great place. It's chain restaurant so it has certain standards for the quality of the food that it tends to ring the bell on every time even now. However, the real problem is shorthanded wait staff. Over the last year they've had to make substantial changes to hours that they're open, days that they're open, and they're still short-staffed. It's extremely common that if you show up an hour to an hour and a half before they close that you won't actually get seated. As you're waiting, the wait staff tend to ignore you and bustle to the tables or carry out orders. When prompted they'll let you know that you won't be seated that night and suggest that you go ahead and leave. I wish this was an uncommon occurrence but it just isn't read more

Was skeptical about this place for the past 5 years. Never saw any cars outside and honestly thought it was abandoned. A person at work actually recommended this place to me and put me on. Got it twice in one week and family loved it. The brisket isn't like your typical BBQ style brisket, it is more just slices of beef. The ribs, chicken, and pulled pork was delicious! Got to go the first time, then ordered a large platter of food for friends. The sauces are amazing and the garlic bread Texas toast really surprised me. The inside of the restaurant looks good too, however they seem short staffed, but who isn't nowadays. Please try them out! read more

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Really good food, good service, no complaints, I would go back. It felt like a decent family friendly country style atmosphere..

Very solid chain rib place. Both the St Louis and Baby Back pork ribs are good. They are smoked, then finished on the grill and basted with a Kansas City-style sweet red bbq sauce. I'd recommend a pass in the brisket however. What I had in a combo was thin, dry, and had little flavor. Don't skip the garlic Texas toast though, it's amazing and a nostalgic taste right out of the 80s! No where close to some of the elite bbq places with have in the 757 these days, but a decent option for pork ribs if you're in Kempsville. Very similar in fact to the now-defunct Frankies. read more

Rib City - St Louis ribs - Barbeque Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

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The gremlin and I decided to try this place out. It wasn't bad at all for a first visit and we may frequent again. Military discounts are offered and you have to show your server your credentials to receive it. I like that there are combo platters and they bring a tray for your bones to allow you to have room to maneuver without it looking like a graveyard on your plate. Parking and seating was generous. We didn't wait very long at all before being seated and ordering. They do have rotating specials and my portion was enough to take some for lunch the next day. Of note, all the sauces that were on the table for use had clean bottles. Very often people lick their fingers and the bottles will be messy and sticky to the touch. I was glad that time was taken to ensure they were sanitary for each customer's use. read more

I drive by this place daily and finally decided to stop. The service was great, the place was clean but the food was trash. I ordered the lunch special baby back ribs with Mac and cheese and bbq beans. The ribs were dry and definitely not fall off the bone. It seemed as they were cooked from the night before and reheated. The beans tasted burnt, and the Mac and cheese was okay, but from a box. The best thing I ate was my garlic bread. I really wanted to like this place. read more

Good food, good service, friendly atmosphere! Will return! Excellent deserts! Cute staff! read more

Let's start with the service. Our waiter was attentive and very personable. He kept the drinks full and made sure we had everything we needed. There were 5 of us so we tried several different things, but among us the brisket was the clear favorite. The garlic toast was good. The Mac and cheese, green beans, sweet potato fries and applesauce all very good. The ribs in our opinion were not flavorful enough but overall we really liked Rib City and we will be back. read more

I finally brought girly to my favorite BBQ joint in VB. She didn't stop salivating, BA-LIEVE-ME. I looooove Rib City but I no longer live near enough to make it an integral part of my existence. Girly said we coming back so watch out glorious city of ribs! I think that I like Rib City so much because it reminds me of Sonny's BBQ back in Florida. I always get pulled pork. That is my BBQ test meter food for quality. I really like their pulled pork! The sauces are just perfect and I cannot get enough of the hot n spicy one. God, the mac n cheese is so good!! The fries are decent and my best advice, if you are getting a sandwich, is to ask for garlic bread for your sandwich bread. You will just die. That buttery juiciness will run down your chin while your eyes are closed savoring every jaw movement. Do yourself a favor and hit this one up ASAP! I've had the pulled pork, thinly sliced turkey and the ribs. All amazing! P.S - Sunday you can get a full rack of ribs and two sides, with garlic bread for 14.99! read more

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I've ate here a lot over the past few years. Their food has always been good. But they've improved some over the past few years. Before my fries would be kinda soggy or my bread could've been toasted more in the past. They'd also forget to give me things to go. Last few years I've had a streak of crispy fries and toast. All my orders have been checked properly before going out too. The pulled pork is always great. The sides are good but the beans are probably my favorite. The STL ribs, the Babyback's, the beef brisket; chicken. My family has had it all over the years. Everyone has a little different spin on their BBQ. I'd try this place just for good purpose and add it to your list. Their custom ranch and hot bbq sauce is good too, if that's your thing read more

Best pork bbq ribs I have had in Hampton Roads. This is where we like to come for ribs. We just happened upon it one day. Service is fast and friendly. Decor is cute. read more

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Dinner time, I was immediately seen to a table and my waitress stopped by a few moments later to tell me about the specials and take my drink order. By the time she returned with my beer, I was ready. The "ribs and ribs" combo with baked beans and a baked potato. It wasn't long before the food arrived as it really only needed to be plated up. The ribs were not *great* but they were good. Very meaty and just about fall-off-the-bone. The sauce on the ribs didn't taste "right" and they seemed dry anyway. You kinda know that a place isn't really confident in their 'cue when there's sauce on the table. And another squirt bottle of their "tangy with Tabasco" was delivered with the meal too. The potato was perfectly fluffy, the highlight of the meal. I thought beans were too smoky. But this is VIRGINIA, not North Carolina and so perhaps there's a certain amount of slack that should be cut. A-OK, not a fan. read more

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Finally got to check this place out. Everytime we drive by this place Dave always says I have to try their cheese fries.... A year later lol we decided to eat here for lunch. Cheese fries were yummy especially with the spicy ranch dressing. The fries are waffle fries... Little bacon pieces on top. A must try! We also tried their full rack of ribs special. Pretty good! I love that they play country music, my favorite thing to do is sing- especially country... Fun lunch date with my love. I want to eat the fries now!! Delish. Glad we came here. read more

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We went for lunch today (4/27/23), not many customers, nice sit down service. Server was friendly and informative. Ordered lunch Baby back ribs and lunch Brisket. Ribs had an excellent flavor, but were not fresh, or had been under a heat lamp for too long. Brisket was a little strange, cut very thin with a lot of fat on it. May have been top round? Sides were good. Rib City I know you can do better. Will give you another chance in the future. read more

I've been preaching to my family about this place for months, since moving into the area, about how they should give it a try But after my last 2 visits, I give up. The quality of the food just does not closely compare to some of the other bbq spots in the area And it's more expensive. 2 stars was solely for the Young lady at the To-go stand, young AA girl, very nice read more

Rib City - Chicken tender Basket - Barbeque Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

Used to be our go-to place for ribs, but lately they've been getting smaller and over-cooked. Last visit I was so hungry I ate all of mine, the half rack was good, the full rack very dry. My wife couldn't finish hers they were so dry. Our server was awesome and didn't charge us for anything, even after I protested that I only expected maybe a half-rack credit. I insisted on paying and she kept saying no, don't worry about it. On that note, Rib City is a 6 star outta 5. They do care about their customers, I just wish the ribs were as consistently good as they were several years ago. read more

OMG!! Not gonna lie. This is the juiciest bbq I have ever had in the state of Virginia (sorry hubby). All the bbq sauces are made in house. All the desserts are made in house. The tea is made in house. The meat is smoked right there in the parking lot. So, here I am enjoying this tasty brisket, when I forgot to take a picture! The outside is very well kept, inside and out is very very clean, their focus is on the food and their customers. There is a nice smoke ring on the brisket. The prices are reasonable and works well with my "no salt at all" medical needs. The people are very sweet. The food though.....bro. read more

Rib City - Beef brisket, French fries....already dived into. - Barbeque Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

Never disappointed!!! Definitely one of the few restaurants where I actually feel as though I "Got my monies worth" in both quality and quantity! You can actually smell the bbq within the walls! Staff was great and attentive! Cook staff are amazing! The ribs, pulled pork, brisket, etc... all delicious! The Texas toast is the "cherry on top"!! read more