very nice people and fantastic food! I love the chicken and dumplings! They taste just like my mom used to make. read more

Stopped by yesterday to try both their pork barbecue sandwiches and the chicken & dumplings. First the pork sandwich was one of the best in the area. Nice smoke and an exceptional vinegar sauce. Sides were good too, slaw and baked beans. As for the chicken and dumplings (Wednesday only) it was quite good. Definitely a do again. Overall worth the trip. read more

Everything was pretty decent. Green beans are likely from a can and the Mac n cheese doesn't have much flavor. The chicken doesn't either until you put the sauce on it. Once the sauce is on it gets way better and if you combine the Mac n cheese with the pulled pork and the sauce you got something special. Maybe even consider making a pulled pork Mac n cheese with the pulled pork marinated in that sauce . I feel like you get a decent amount of food for that price as well. I got a banana pudding (with no bananas, love that) is delicious. 8/10. Overall. read more

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Hidden jewel of South Norfolk. Great service and delicious food in a little quaint shop! We preordered Easter eggs and when we were there for pick up, ended up buying banana pudding, 16oz BBQ, and cookies. Nothing was disappointing- all delicious! Definitely worth swinging by and having lunch! read more

It's hard to believe it's been nearly four years since my original review of Southside BBQ. I gave it five stars then and it is still a solid five star experience. My usual order is the combo meal with pork bbq, chicken leg quarter and two sides. They generously include a roll and a small cup of their delicious coleslaw along with a bit of their wonderful Pig Sauce. I usually select baked beans and macaroni & cheese as my sides. I think the baked beans are the best I've ever had and the Carolina-style pork bbq is also among the best I've experienced. The combo meal is priced at only $10 which is an amazing value. Every Wednesday they offer Chicken & Dumplings. Be sure to try it because it's really delicious. For dessert they offer delicious brownies every day as well as a variety of other desserts that vary from day to day. I really love the banana pudding and the lemon blueberry pound cake. Everything on the menu is homemade and really delicious. You will be pleased no matter what you choose to order. There is no seating so this is strictly a takeout restaurant. They offer catering services as well. Street parking is available and their is convenient free parking available across the street. If you haven't tried Southside BBQ & Catering you don't know what you are missing. Recently, Southern Living Magazine selected Southside as the fourth best bbq in Virginia. That's quite an honor but I have tried the restaurant they rated number one and I like Southside a lot more. I really appreciate this locally owned and operated restaurant. Joe and Vicki are active in the community and a great asset to the area. read more

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Maybe I came on an off day. I ordered the leg quarter and barbecue combo for lunch. The chicken tasted burnt and was extremely dry. The green beans and mac and cheese were pretty good. I would give the food 2 stars because the chicken was terrible (but it could just be an off day). I would definitely try this place again because the customer service was good customer service. The person at the cash register was friendly. read more

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holy toledo! this pork bbq is some of the best i have ever eaten! i got the bbq dinner which contained bbq, mac and cheese, baked beans, rolls, and brownies. everything was outstanding! joe and vicki are just the nicest couple-so friendly-and they know how to cook! southside will definitely be my go to bbq place from now on. read more

Order the pulled pork regular sandwich and Chicken and Dumplings. The pulled pork has a smoke flavor it is the BEST. The tangy sauce is a little spicy for me. The chicken and dumplings were definitely homemade. I will be returning to Southside. read more

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It is cooked really good, and the size of the sandwich is an incredible value for your money. Give them a shot, you won't be mad

definitely recommend the pulled pork and mac and cheese with green beans and a roll alsoooo try the special sauce its insane the service was fast and quicly awesome loving people they hook the paltes up too food was nice and hot girlfriend got the brownie and loves it it's delicious read more

Southside BBQ & Catering - Awesome BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - Chesapeake, Virginia

hands down. the best bbq i have ever had. pulled chicken = BOMB, baked beans = DELICIOUS, coleslaw = SCRUMPTIOUS, brownies = MOUTHWATERING, mac n cheese = FINGER LICKING GOOD! this is the type of food that you rave about for years. 100/10 recommend!! read more

I was asked to plan a luncheon for the staff, I gave 3 different choices (pasta, BBQ, and Mexican). BBQ was the choice. I had never heard of Southside but they were able to prepare and deliver at the time we needed. Customer service was spot on-helpful and polite. The food came on time and looked wonderful. We had pork BBQ, shredded chicken, mac n cheese, green beans, and slaw. Oh, I can't forget about the amazing browning!!!!! They were worth the call. Everyone raved about the food...."best BBQ we've ever ordered, this is really good-I like this place, good food-we should keep them in mind for next time" we just a few comments from my co-workers. I will definitely keep Southside in mind for future events. Job well done!!! read more

I've only recently heard of this establishment via the local news (or was it a write up in the Va Pilot?) and after seeing so many great reviews I was psyched to try it out. First of all, the location is in historic South Norfolk which was actually pretty cool. The establishment is one of the absolute cleanest I've ever seen! It has a perfect health score to boot! Walking up, it smelled like good bbq smoke so that's always a plus. They don't have anywhere to eat inside but they do have several tables out of the side. Service was incredibly friendly and she gave us a nice verbal description of their simplified menu. We already knew we were there for the pork bbq so it was only a matter of what type (sandwich or platter w roll) and which sides. Husband got sandwich platter and I got the platter with a roll. We both got Mac and cheese. I had green beans. He opted for baked beans. We got it to go bc the sun was far too strong that early afternoon to sit at one of their tables and we only live about 10-15 min away. We agreed it is an all around people pleaser bbq restaurant. The pork was a tad on the dry side but it had a decent smoke. I appreciated the fact that the meat was meat and not a bunch of chewy fat pieces like you get at other places sometimes. I don't know what the one reviewer on here was talking about w regard to being overly vinegary bc it didn't taste like any vinegar was on it beyond the dark vinegar based sauce they included for us on the side to put on as we so desired. (Which I thought was pretty good) Green beans were good. Not salty or overly fatty. His baked beans were good. Mac and cheese looked divine but it lacked flavor for both of us. Mind you, we aren't people who add salt after cooking to most anything though we do enjoy herbs, spices and other flavors. Overall not my favorite bbq joint - that one goes to Pungo Boys out in Pungo but a reasonable and friendly place where you'd be assured nothing was too spicy or overly salty for family and friends. The prices were super great esp for a bbq restaurant in this day. Ample meat platter for $10?!? Family meal deal for $25?!? You really can't beat that anywhere. All I can say is try for it for yourself. read more

I tried this place yesterday. To start the staff were great and friendly. The food however was just not good. I got a Big Boy pulled pork BBQ sandwich. That size of it lived up to its name. However, It's taste was not very pleasing. There was meat in it that I could not eat because it was so tough, overcooked possibly. My dog wouldn't even eat it. The actual soft, shredded bbq pork consistently was ok. However It was doused in vinegar base. A little is tolerable but every bite I tasted vinegar much more than the meat itself. It's the worst bbq sandwich ive had in a long time. Im not happy writing this but the business and future customers need to know. Maybe make some changes to the BBQ type or add a non-vinegar style? Thanks for being so kind at the store. I wish you well. read more

I stopped in this evening for the first time, and it won't be my last. I ordered 2 pulled pork and 2 pulled chicken sandwiches. My sister raved about the smoky flavor of the pork and she said the Mac n Cheese and baked beans were excellent. I concur! The other family members haven't made it home to try theirs, but I'm positive they will love it as much as we did. The portions were great as was the friendly service. Enjoy! read more

Love this little spot in South Norfolk! The food is homemade and delicious and the staff is always friendly. By far my favorite place to grab lunch in South Norfolk. read more

This place is most definitely a hidden gem. Its amazing! The portions are huge and the pulled pork is so good. The baked beans are truly something else they're terrific! Prices are also great. The shop is absolutely adorable and really well kept. The lady that took my order was super kind and I'd definitely recommend this place to anyone looking for good barbecue read more

Another outstanding meal. Courteous staff and excellent bbq. Never disappointed! Baked beans are awesome and the Mac is homemade. read more

Southside BBQ & Catering - Combo meal. $10 roll included. Another outstanding experience! - Barbeque Near Me - Chesapeake, Virginia

There are many BBQ places around here, but none of them have traditional pork smoked and pulled with Joe's Happy Pig sauce included. No gimmicky flavor choices, just straight-up classic goodness. On a sandwich, the meat is of perfect consistency. It is not so wet that the bun falls apart, nor is it dry. I have so far only enjoyed the regular, 3oz sandwich, but am tempted every time to go for the 5oz Big Pig. I can't recommend the sides enough, they round out a perfect meal. "Homemade" has been marketed to death, but in this store it happens daily. I can't vouch for the green beans, not a fan. The baked beans and macaroni & cheese, however, will make you wish you got more to take home with you. Southside BBQ is a local gem to me. Being less than a minute off I-464 (exit 4A) it can be very convenient to you as well. read more

I have had BBQ all over this country and this location has some of the best I have ever had. The BBQ Baked Beans have BBQ in it and were so good, I intend to get it with everything I get here. Keep up the great work and I look forward to visiting again. read more

Stopped by because I was in the area. Small neighborhood place. Courteous staff. Picked up their bbq boat and cole slaw. The bbq was okay. The slaw tasted like it came from a large tub. Responsible prices. I'd go back if I was in the area again but I wouldn't make a special trip. read more

Excited to try Southside BBQ today and WOW it was delicious! It is just wonderful for the area to have a great family owned place with delicious food. The restaurant is so cute inside and great seeing high school friends, Joe and Jackie. Got a sandwich for lunch and had to get two pounds for dinner and boy am I glad we did. My hats off the the chef!! read more

Delicious southern style bbq and a super friendly staff. Everything was good, the beans, mac n' cheese, and pulled pork. I'd eat here every day if I could. read more

A small business with amazing flavors. The BBQ is delicious, the Mac and cheese is also scrumptious. You've gotta check it out!!!

This is a total hidden gem in South Norfolk. The BBQ is absolutely delicious. Some of the best pulled pork I have ever had. The sauce is amazing! I bought a tub of it to use on my own pulled pork at home. The sides are delicious as well, especially the baked beans. You can smell them smoking the meats in the mornings through South Norfolk. Service is always friendly and helpful. All around amazing place! read more

Food is absolutely delicious. Staff is super friendly! Their bbq is really good and their sides are to die for! The baked beans are definitely the best I've ever had and the Mac and cheese is phenomenal! Definitely try the chicken and dumplings when they have it! They remind me of my great grandmothers! Everything is homemade and definitely worth a try!! read more

Amazing bbq! The sides (Mac & cheese, green beens) were absolutely delicious and it came with a hot handmade brownie. The bbq sauce was sweet and had a slight tangy flavoring to it I thought it was great! One of the better bbq spots In the city! I will definitely be back soon! read more