I've been a regular patron of Stameys for 30 years. Yes, I have no problems drinking from a to go cup and eating on paper plates. Stameys is and has always been the bench mark used to determine good barbecue. I'm sure some will snicker and claim Lexington is the home of great barbecue. Like they say, "we all have options" and I have been to several well known Lexington barbecue land marks. With that said, I won't ever go back. I love the friendly atmosphere and service of Stameys. Without compromising, the food is always delicious and abundant. If you're in a time crunch, the food will be at your table in minutes after you order. read more

As always we love Stamey's Bbq. Today we had the chopped plates and Wes had some Brunswick stew. Service is always great. The people are very friendly. read more

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Stamey's has been a Greensboro staple for my family for as long as I can remember, and it is always a solid, reliable stop for barbecue. It might not be the absolute best BBQ you will ever have, but it is consistently good, which counts for a lot. TPortions are fair, prices are reasonable, and service is usually quick and friendly. If you want dependable local barbecue with history behind it, Stamey's still earns its place in the rotation. read more

The best sweet tea in Greensboro, and possibly the entire state. The tea is perfect. The vibe is loud and service is ok, the wait staff is spread thin, one waitress had the entire right side. But that's not why I scored this experience a 3, it's the sauce. The actual BBQ is good but the sauce isn't, it tasted like bitter vinegar water. Henry James and Country BBQ both have better sauce. Sorry Stamey's, it is just a fact. May be time for a change or possibly add a third choice. You need something smoky, sweet and with medium heat. read more

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Super quick and friendly service! Our food came out hot and full of flavor. We were in and out in about 20 minutes, which was perfect. The place has a clean, family-friendly vibe--spotless dining area and bathrooms. Highly recommend the BBQ, hot dogs, and don't skip the peach cobbler! read more

Stamey's Barbecue - Chopped bbq plate - Barbeque Near Me - Greensboro, North Carolina

We went to Stamey's on Battleground for lunch. I got the BBQ chicken with slaw and fries. My wife got the BBQ plate with slaw and hushpuppies. Everything was good and service was great. We did not have room for Cobbler and Ice Cream! Clean refurbished location. read more

Stamey's Barbecue - Stameys - Barbeque Near Me - Greensboro, North Carolina

For NC bbq, Stamey's offers a solid take at great prices. People who aren't familiar with NC bbq may rate the pork lower but if you know how it differs from other styles of bbq, you can better appreciate it. Chopped pork is going to have a softer mushier texture than pulled pork. You won't get the heavy smoke flavor like other forms of bbq. The sauce is suppose to be watery and vinegar and not thick and bold. If you come in expecting Texas bbq then you'll be disappointed. If you understand these differences then you know Stameys keeps true to the style. Their red vinegar slaw is addicting. It's sweet unlike the typical white slaw you get. Their collards are packed with smokey flavor. The hush puppies have great texture though I found myself wanting something to dip them in. The Brunswick stew was some of the best I've had and worth a try. The peach cobbler with vanilla soft serve was the perfect way to end the meal and a must get. A regular plate at $10 is a steal. Large portion size loaded with meat and more than enough food for one person. Great friendly service and food came out fast. read more

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I use the drive thru usually and the service is so fast. Food is always good! I love crinkle fries and this is my favorite place to get them! I think the prices are really affordable. read more

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Update: Stamey's reached out to me and replaced my BBQ. Their BBQ is delicious, just as I remember it. Their customer service is also the best. I highly recommend Stamey's. read more

This review is probably going to surprise a lot of the people who know me well, but as per usual, I always try to keep an open mind whenever I go to a restaurant, regardless of any past experiences or memories I may have had over the many many years I have lived in the Triad. To that note, Stamey's was never one of my personal go-to BBQ places, even though it has been a staple haunt of my family at large for longer than I can remember. We had a family member who had moved far away come back to Greensboro to visit, and they were craving the nostalgia of a Stamey's trip with the family. The Battleground location is where we always went due to home proximity, and though that location burnt down and has since been rebuilt, it still has a pretty familiar feeling in there just with some more modern touches, all positive. If I said it has been 7 or 8 years since my last Stamey's trip, that would be true. I will say emphatically, that many things have improved since my last visit. Most notable, the customer service. Our server was energetic, patient, and exceptionally responsive even with a large group that was taking more time than usual. Service was always prompt before, but not always friendly. The restaurant was clean, and the prices remain very approachable for the average family. The food tastes the same, but has improved, if that makes sense. In all honesty, I have always wanted more smokey flavor in Stamey's Q and would really loved to see it pulled instead of chopped which would keep it more moist. What has gotten better, the basic chopped BBQ sandwich is nice and loaded with a generous amount of Q and the right amount of slaw to match. I am more of a "white slaw" person, and would love to see that on offer, but that is not their way here. New to the restaurant since my last visit is the "Hot" BBQ sauce at the table, which adds more pepper and I think tomato sauce to their classic vinegar sauce. THIS was a welcome addition for me, and I think makes a big difference in the ending taste of the sandwich. The sandwich combo came with some good hot fries, and a drink (great tea), none of which I can complain about. I also got a hot dog to go with it, and again, this is an area where white slaw would be appreciated. The flavor of the red slaw kind of dominates the whole thing, and after I took some off, it was better. I do like the frank they are using, and the chili is good enough. In general, I came away from this Stamey's experience much more pleased than I had expected to, and that is a big win for the restaurant. I like some of the small changes, and while I would love to see some big ones, I'll take the improvements where I can get them. Cheers to the staff at this location for making it a solid evening. read more

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Busy times at lunch today for this Stamey's location, but I was still able to find a seat without waiting too long. The restaurant is a seat-yourself arrangement with a rustic feel, simple and maybe a bit noisy due to the crowds, but comfortable all the same. The waitstaff was quick to welcome me and to take my order, and service remained timely and accurate throughout my stay. Brunswick stew seems particularly appropriate this time of year, and so I ordered a cup. Plenty of veggies in there, but I couldn't find much meat among them. The flavor was pretty good but not amazing. My pulled pork sandwich was more impressive than the stew, especially in the amount of barbecue and slaw aboard it. Stamey's pork is a bit drier than I prefer, but the slaw helps out with that. I added a hot dog as well to round out my meal, adorned with slaw as well as mustard, onions, and chili. The frankfurter gets lost a bit beneath all that, especially overwhelmed by the slaw. In short, Stamey's doesn't win any awards for me, but if I'm in the area and in the mood for a quick meal (and prompt service) it's a place I'll return to. 3.25 stars. Maybe 3.5. read more

Stamey's Barbecue - Hot dog, pulled pork sandwich, and a cup of Brunswick stew. - Barbeque Near Me - Greensboro, North Carolina

This was a trial for someone who never had BQ and they loved it! We got the quart chicken and hush puppies with dinner rolls along with the cobbler. The service was quick and their BBQ sauce deliciously sweet and spicy. The hush puppies were crispy and chicken juicy! The sad part was the cobbler as it tasted raw and hence 4 stars. We only had take out so can not comment on the ambience, but it looked like a nice restaurant for the few minutes i was there for. read more

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Came here while visiting family in Greensboro,NC. The Brunswick Stew was very good and just how it's supposed to be. Seated promptly. Drinks and food came in a timely manner. The chopped pork bbq but not as juicy on its own as some I've had, however, adding the vinegar sauce mixes well with it and creates a great flavor.My bbq had some bark in it and will try to request "no bark" next time. Hushpuppies were average but good. I was not impressed by the French fries. Plates are priced reasonable and is a good portion. Sweet tea was perfect. Our server was nice, friendly and attentive - checking on us and coming by to refill our sweet tea. Ambiance - Place was clean, well-lit and not loud. Lots of parking. The place has a drive-thru which I think is a plus. I will definitely return when I come back to visit Greensboro,NC. read more

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Just had this for dinner - this a is typical takeout dinner "go-to" for my family - it's quick, easy, and has something for everyone! The star rating and some of the reviews baffle me - so, I felt compelled to add my "2 cents." OK - it's not the most amazing dinner you will ever have... BUT it's a really good - and tasty - Greensboro/NC staple! Because it's a staple, soooo many have their own biased opinions - admittedly, including mine. Stamey's is the answer to that horrible and almost too late night question: "Wth are we doing for dinner? What's quick, not a typical fast food chain, and pretty good with something on the menu to satisfy everyone?" I find everything good - from the bbq to the hotdogs to the bbq chicken to the hush puppies to the red slaw (love this!) to the collards... and I LOVE the Brunswick stew! Also, I've never had a single stale cracker from here ... and if I did, I still wouldn't care - because I'm not coming here for a frickin' cracker (what kind of silly review did I read!!?!!!!)! The salads are basic, but the ranch dressing is drinkable (if you're a ranch person) and don't miss the sauce for the bbq - the vinegar one (if you're a vinegar person)! They sell it by the bottle for us fan gals and pals! The food is good! It's a bbq joint with delicious southern staples! 5 stars for consistency and a safe bet on lunch/dinner, EVERY time! PS - the milkshakes and cobblers deserve more than 5 stars! read more

Disclaimer: I realise I'm not a big barbecue person. My mum was in town, and we wanted her to have a taste of southern barbecue. Now fair warning, we all don't eat beef and she doesn't eat pork either, so we only had the chicken options available for us. We ordered a take away of chopped Chicken-Q, hush puppies, Mac and Cheese, and a peach cobbler. We paired our chicken with bread, which tasted nice, but my favourite were the Mac and cheese and the cobbler. I think their Mac and Cheese were one of the best I'd had (I've not had many, but still!). And their cobbler was so warm and sweet - it hit the right spot! The quantity of their hush puppies is insane, so if you get that for a side, you're set. I would recommend it to someone trying BBQ for the first time at least. It's a nice meal. read more

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I usually utilize the drive through and am always impressed with how fast it is. The staff is always friendly and the food is great. Great value. This is one restaurant that I don't feel the prices have increased much. It's been a while since I've ate inside but service is always good. read more

Stamey's Barbecue - Barbeque Near Me - Greensboro, North Carolina

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They have been making bbq since 1930. It's a historic and local establishment. I ordered the sliced sandwich combo with hushpuppies and a cheerwine to wash it down. Here's a food hack. Ask for the chicken sauce to dip your hushpuppies in. So goood! The food was hot and quick!!! There's two locations. One right in the coliseum on West gate city Blvd and the other one is off battleground Ave! So if you're near, stop by and give it a try!!!!!! The waitress was a old lady, but she was fast and gave great service. I think she has been there since the 1930s. Just kidding. But it's a family vibe. read more

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The food was okay. The drive-through service was fast. I got pulled pork with hush puppies.

Stamey's is a Greensboro BBQ staple. I will be honest, it is not my usual choice stop, but many in my family love it. When it was decided to be the gathering spot with some out of towners, I went in with an open mind. When I walked in I immediately noticed how clean and spacious it was. Lots of booth and table seating. Simple decor but fit the vibe of the place well. We were a larger party and our waitress was top notch. Some of my family is a bit difficult, and perhaps embarrassing, and she handled every interaction and request with absolute grace. You could just tell that level of customer service is the general expectation here which made for a lovely experience. Our food came out hot and very fast. I got a two meat plate with the barbecue chicken and chopped pork. The sauce on the chicken was tasty, but a bit too sweet and I felt a bit in excess for my liking. I like sauce typically, but I went through so many napkins trying to eat it as it was quite messy. But beneath all that sauce that chicken was very moist which is key for good chicken. The chopped bbq was fine enough, I just feel it lacks much flavor on its own. I was very happy to see that they had like four side sauces you could add as you wish. I used the smokehouse hot sauce and mild dip a lot as they both vinegar based, my preferred. They helped to enhance the flavor. For the two sides I got collard greens and hush puppies. The greens were good but nothing special, but the hush puppies for sure the standout. I love hush puppies and these fluffy on the inside and crispy on the outside babies were delicious. Also must say that the plate of food is huge for the price. So you do get a lot for your money. I couldn't eat it all as I was just absolutely stuffed. read more

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We used to love their fries...it seems they have changed brands. They are dry tasting and a dry feel while chewing. There seems to be more of the smaller fries...I know when purchasing frozen fries for restaurant clients, you can select the ratio of larger or smaller fries. read more

Food is always delicious & super fast service! They provide all Allergen Information: Dairy Free, Egg Free, Soy Free, Gluten Free, Tree nut free, Peanut Free, Wheat Free. It's on their website & provided below! Super helpful as i am dairy free & most restaurants don't know if there is dairy in each food item they serve, but Stamey's does!! Very Allergy/Intolerant friendly:) read more

Chopped BBQ made right. Dine in for a casual experience. Or order it for take out in their drive thru, or inside at the counter. They have full meals, or family packs that are great deals. A family of 4, can eat BBQ, and slaw, with hush puppies, and fries for about $21.50. You can't come close to that at a fast food burger place. read more

What can you say about Stamey's that hasn't been said before? Stamey's BBQ is renowned in Greensboro and has worked hard to earn its reputation for delicious barbeque pork. Its location on Battleground Ave is very convenient to quickly blow through the drive-thru and pick up lunch for a hungry household. I can't say enough about the macaroni and cheese served at Stamey's. It reminds me of the southern-style comfort food I grew up eating and it evokes many good memories. The mild BBQ sauce is really good when poured over the BBQ sandwich, I can't recommend it enough. I really like the crinkle fries available with sandwiches. My only complaint is that the hush puppies, normally one of my favorite sides with BBQ, have absolutely zero flavor. It would be nice if they were looked over to see how they could be imbued with more depth and taste. With all that said, you would be remiss if you didn't stop by Stamey's while in Greensboro. There are two locations, one on Battleground Ave and the other on Gate City Blvd, near the coliseum. See you there! read more

Greensboro staple... can't beat Stameys! If you like barbecue sauce, order the quarter chicken and chopped combo and ask for the sauce ON the chicken. You will get messy but you will be happy in the middle of the mess! Great for large families because it also CHEAP!!! Support local and eat at Stameys! read more

It was good but not great. Definitely lacking and a little dry. Price was fair and it was quick to come out

I really enjoyed my experience at Stamey's! The employees were so kind and seemed to genuinely enjoy their jobs! This is my first time trying NC BBQ and I thoroughly enjoyed it! The chopped pork was very rich but the vinegary sauce and vinegar based coleslaw paired well with it and cut through the richness. They also have delicious hush puppies and hot sauce! The restaurant was packed, but we had great service. Very happy to have been recommended this place! read more

I knew this Stamey's location existed but I'm so used to the one by the Greensboro coliseum that I don't ever come to this one. This experience changed my mind! I'm loving this location. From the natural lighting to the spacious dining room -- it's a hit. The food was fresh as always, especially right around lunch time! The pulled pork was just right, paired with coast slaw and fries. Not to mention -- washing it down with sweet tea! The prices are affordable for the quality and quantity. The large BBQ plate was so big that I couldn't finish it. I think I'll go with a regular next time. Best of all is the vinegar base BBQ sauce. You must be that on your bbq! Overall, the management is fantastic here. The hospitality from the servers made it feel like eating in my own home. I look forward to visiting this location again in the near future. read more

I love coming to visit family in North Carolina because it always guarantees some Stamey's BBQ. This time we took it to go and got chopped pork barbecue, coleslaw and collard greens. I love their vinegar based bbq sauce and put it on my barbecue and collard greens. Both are chopped up a lot which I like. The coleslaw is good on its own but is a little spicy. read more

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Bbq is subjective thru out the country but if you are now a fan of vinegar this is not the place to be

Stamey's is a culinary disappointment that truly deserves to be forgotten. The food lacks any semblance of flavor, leaving you wondering if the chef even bothered to season anything. It's astonishing that a place like this is still open; it feels like it should have been shut down when the Great Depression ended. If you're looking for a dining experience that excites your taste buds, do yourself a favor and steer clear of this flavorless establishment. Last but not least this is not BBQ! It's a food pantry food line....or maybe on par with your local jail cafeteria. Sweat tea and hush puppies were decent I guess. read more

Honestly, if I could give it 0 stars, I would! Stamey's is a total disaster. It's ironic that the owner's name is Craver because if you're craving flavor, this is the last place you should go. The food is bland and tasteless, making you wonder if they even know what seasoning is. Seriously, save your time and money--there's no flavor to be found here! read more

We love good barbecue and Staley's is consistently good. Our waitress was very sweet and provided great service. I didn't get a picture of the fresh blueberry cobbler because my husband gobbled it down before I could get the camera out. I love their peach cobbler but I think all of the cobblers are good. The only reason for not giving 5 stars is because the bun was not hot and soft as usual. Next time we will just remind the waitress to make sure we get a steamed bun as I think it makes all the difference. The restaurant is always very clean both inside and outside. read more

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We were in Greensboro and decided to get takeout from Stamey's Barbecue, based on seeing one of the locations on the TV show "My Big Fat Fabulous Life." We really like BBQ and this place did not disappoint. We had shredded pork BBQ, coleslaw and baked beans. Everything was very good. I can't wait to try the chicken. Next time we are in Greensboro, we are going to back to Stamey's. read more

90 years of bbq- YES PLEASE! Voted #1 best bbq in North Carolina! Seriously- yum! They also offer catering. This was our post science center lunch break & it was good! Big dining area- both sides of the building- seat yourself. Our server was at our table taking drink orders & we figured out of food order while she was there- small menu but mighty bbq options! Paul & I opted for the copied pork sandwiches w/fries & hubby & sis went for the dinner platters w/2 sides. Coleslaw, fries, hushpuppies & baked beans were their sides. I'm so serious- food was out in 5 minutes. I was stunned. I'm not a vinegar girl- so I skipped sauce with no regrets- hard wood coals flavor perfect- meat was juicy & moist & gone quickly! Each of us got the chopped pork & Hubby & sis enjoyed the vinegar based bbq sauce while Paul & I enjoyed the meat naked. The hushpuppies were more crescent moon shaped & yummy! I stuffed myself further by ordering the blueberry cobbler (cobbler of the day) with soft serve vanilla ice cream and Oh My Yes! I didn't finish it- but it was worth finishing the meal with an amazing dessert! This placeis all the way give stars from fast service to delicious bbq! read more

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My coworkers and I visited here. We had a huge party of 12 and was seated within minutes...2 separate tables but side by side. We arrived around 11:45a and the lunch crowd was starting to hustle on in. Our waitress was Amazing and very patient with me(I have a difficult time ordering). Our food was on our table within 6 minutes of us ordering. Waitress kept our drinks / water full and confined to check on us throughout our meal. I ordered the chopped bbq sandwich with coleslaw and baked beans. Very Delicious!!! No complaints... Totally forgot to snap a pic of my dessert. I ordered the Peach Cobbler, in a to-go container. Let's just say I finished half of it while we were sitting. Being extra cautious with the rapid COVID-19 I washed my hands for 20 seconds using soap and water in the restroom and what do I see before I exit... A door with a Foot Handle!!! How Awesome Is This? I was so impressed I snapped a pic. Great way of keeping our hands clean when leaving the restroom. Signed... A Satisfied Customer. read more

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Stamey's is a good barbecue place. I reserve the adjective "great" for Country BBQ, but that doesn't mean I would pass up the opportunity to eat at this location again. The sides are fresher than Country's, but the portions are lesser and the sauces aren't as flavorful (think vinegar). You'll get all the standard BBQ fare here, for sure, and the chopped chicken BBQ is great. I think it's worth a return trip to sample their pork BBQ, which appears to be the centerpiece here. read more

Stamey's Barbecue - Chicken chopped BBQ with collards and beans. - Barbeque Near Me - Greensboro, North Carolina

I think the food,service and atmosphere were great. I would recommend the chopped pork sandwich combo .

My gf and I have done 13 of the 20 NC Historic BBQ trail spots in the state. We were very excited to try out Greensboro's best shot at BBQ. We found it to land right in the middle of the trail offerings. We enjoyed the meal, and would definitely call it above average bbq, but wouldn't put it in our top 5 compared to the rest of the trail we have tried out. The bbq was chopped nicely, and the price is great. Just nothing very memorable we can keep with us. It was just basic bbq done right, which I can appreciate. If we lived in Greensboro, this would be a regular stop. So I definitely recommend stopping in, but if you're looking for best bbq in a 50 mile radius, Winston Salem is very close by with a few stops on the trail. read more

Stamey's Barbecue - Chopped Pork Barbecue, Hushpuppies, Collard Greens - Barbeque Near Me - Greensboro, North Carolina

Awful pulled pork. Zero flavor and seemed like it was warmed over from the day before. But...their hush puppies are FANTASTIC, as is the sweet tea. I could make a meal out of just that. The place really needs a reno though. Old, dark, and dreary. read more

A standard in Greensboro. My son was in town and wanted some local favor. Stamey's is an example in Western NC which means it is only from the shoulder (not whole hog) and the sauce has a bit of ketchup in it. I find that I enjoy the sliced more than the pulled. The meat seems to have a richer flavor and I like the mouth feel. I also enjoy the Brunswick strew and my go to lunch is a sliced sandwich, stew and iced tea. Service is very quick and always friendly. If you find yourself in the area, you ought to stop in. read more

Stamey's Barbecue - Sliced sandwich with Brunswick stew. - Barbeque Near Me - Greensboro, North Carolina

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