I got the 2 big beef ribs from Randy today with 2 orders of Mac & cheese, Sweet potatoes, and salad. I couldn't reach the store by phone after I tasted the food once I got home, because his mailbox is full. The inbox is full because people are probably leaving messages saying how delicious his BBQ is --- try calling the number haha. Randy, thank you so much all the way from Astoria. We go to Long Island at least once a month. You'll be sure to see us again. read more

Village BBQ - 1 of 2 beef ribs we got. - Barbeque Near Me - North Merrick, New York

I came across this bbq spot from Yelp. It's a small takeout with two small tables to eat in. The service is a little slow, the owner works alone during slow hours as stated to me. The turkey wings were seasoned well, you get two wings with your meal. Other places I've eaten at give you one wing so, that's a plus for me. The candied yams were tasty. The rice and beans were ok along with the collards. The brisket was really good, tender, seasoned well and juicy. I will definitely return to try other items on the menu. Two dinners cost me $40, a lil pricey read more

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I had to come rave about this place! Village bbq has amazing barbecue and smoked meats. I've had the brisket which was amazing, the jerk barbecue chicken which is my favorite, the fried fish sandwich, the chicken cheesesteak (wow! best I've ever had) which I asked for with a side of bbq sauce and that bbq sauce was phenomenal!!!! Service takes a little while but it's always worth it and the owner/family that runs it is so pleasant and friendly. I'm always happy to support this business. I would say that I've had small issues like my cheesesteak order on DoorDash didn't come with fries when the sandwiches say that they should. Also I'm not big fan of the sides on the menu. But that doesn't take away from my review because the meat is just that great. read more

For my Leap Day review, I'm happy to mention the uniquely wonderful Village BBQ. To sum it up - they offer AMAZINGLY DELICIOUS BBQ! Since I love ribs, for my first visit I got both kinds - the pork baby backs and beef ribs - plus various sides including baked beans, mac n cheese, sweet potato fries and green beans. The huge beef rib was so flavorful and fall off the bone tender, I never knew beef ribs could be so moist and good. Oh my my. Baby backs were coated in yummy BBQ sauce, tasty and not overly sweet. Of the sides I liked the sweet potato fries and baked beans best. The owner/chef (Randy?) is a very nice person, and my order was ready on time. Can't wait to return for his jerk chicken and other items. Village BBQ - sinfully scrumptious, a must try!! read more

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Would give it 1 star but didn't even eat the food. We walked in tonight and literally stood there for 15 minutes with nobody asking us for help, our order, anything. Very small walk in only place. Seems like they need help. We just left. read more

excellent rib sandwich, quick service and price, chef discussed the selection how made

The food is amazing, the portions are large and fills you up with leftovers for the next day! Truly a hidden gem that will make you second guess about cooking meals. read more

Food was delicious. Ordered during off hours and there was no wait. Brisket and ribs were excellent. read more

So good! Best take out I've had in a really long time. Village BBQ was a random uber eats find while searching for local bbq chicken and we've ordered several times now. Bbq chicken, whiting sandwich, ribs, fried chicken, cheese steak, yams, collards, corn. Everything has been really amazing! Can't wait to try their oxtail and jerk chicken next. read more

I ordered delivery. 1 Turkey Wing, Mac 'n Cheese & Green Beans OMG!! Absolute PERFECTION! Everything was seasoned beautifully. The Turkey was extremley succulent, the Mac 'n Cheese was the BEST I've EVER tasted and the Green Beans were highly seasoned & OFF THE CHAIN. I just read about Village BBQ on FB the other day. I never knew they existed!! The GREAT part is...they are only 5 minutes from my home!! You better believe, I'll be spreading the word!! read more

Village BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - North Merrick, New York

A great addition to our area. I ordered the four piece chicken dinner and got four enormous drumsticks and thighs. The sides of macaroni and collard greens were A+ as well. We can't wait to move on to their wings and brisket. A fine first impression. read more

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Ok, this is subjective. Not a bad review, just informative. Went for BBQ sandwiches and ribs. If you like HEAVY smoke flavor on your BBQ, this is for you. I just wasn't a fan. Couldn't eat it. Wife had the ribs, wasn't as smokey, she couldn't eat it, but I did. But the yams were the best, the corn ,not so much. I will give them another chance and try the chicken and fried pork chops. read more

IF I COULD GIVE THIS PLACE 10 STARS I WOULD! this place is wonderful. Food was sooooo good!! Quickly in and out and the service was on point. We happen to be in the area visiting from Washington, D.C. for a tournament and found this GEM! The owner was so polite and mentioned they've been opened for a year, I hope they are open for many more!! If you are in the area and are looking for SOUL FOOD! This is a must try! read more

If I walk into your establishment on a Friday afternoon, 2pmish and the first thing you say to me and the other 2 customers standing there waiting is "slim pickings", I know I'm at the wrong place. Saw this place on IG, an "influencer" posted them, wanted to give them a try since I'm always looking for new soul food/bbq spots. What a waste of my time and gas. read more

brisket sandwich - the best ever: Soft, succulent Smokey taste with just the right amount of sauce prepared with lots of love. The whiting fish sandwich was juicy and tasty with the right amount of tartar and hot sauce. Ribs and pulled pork smoked right and tasty. Not to mention the best sides of collard greens, Mac and cheese and yams. All too delish to describe. The owner is friendly and welcoming and lets the food talk for itself - very modest. Been back 4 times never disappointed and highly recommend. read more

So I came here with high hopes. Ordered the 1/4 jerk chicken with Mac and cheese with sweet potato fries. As I was waiting by the door, the very nice gentleman there was retrieving trays from the fridge and packing my box with leftover Mac and cheese, and jerk chicken. To say I was completely disappointed is an understatement! Although I appreciate that they don't waste, perhaps they can participate in Too Good to Go app so they can finish what is left over. The food was tasty but was not freshly made and portions were generous. The reheated left over was highly disappointing and the only thing "freshly made" was the frozen sweet potato fries that was deep fried at that moment, although it could have used a little bit more time. Needless to say, I don't think I will be returning read more

Village BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - North Merrick, New York

This is basically home soulfood / Southern cooking in a small restaurant setting. In fact the stove and refrigerator are right behind the front counter. The food is mostly very good. I grew up eating this kind of food, so I tend to be very picky. The ribs passed muster, even though they were not super tender but they were flavorful. The sauce was serviceable. The fried whiting fish sandwich could have used a little more fish and less bread and a few more pickles, but wasn't bad. The baked beans, and the beans and the rice side dishes were good and flavorful. The mac and cheese was good but not great. Still better than 90% of that I have tried at other places in this area. The cornbread was disappointing to me, in that it was more like a cake, too soft and too sweet. I guess that is why it is listed under desserts on the menu. Overall, worth coming to and returning to, once you sort out the best dishes. read more

Village BBQ - Menu, May 2024 - Barbeque Near Me - North Merrick, New York

Small take out location. 1 worker doesn't speak much English. I went about 2pm-ish. No yams available. I ordered small 3 meats combo. I didn't like how the applicable options aren't listed. The owner? taking my order said no, the beef rib is sold per ounce. He then proceeds to measure it on the food scale and explain 1 beef rib is 10oz, so for 1 piece was $15+. I ordered mac n cheese as 1 of my sides and there was an upcharged not listed nor stated when I placed the order. It was average. The shrimp were over seasoned/salty. Fried chicken had no taste. Pork ribs were standard. Corn muffin was good. As you can see, plantains/chicken/sweet potatoe fries all cooked in old oil. read more

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The meat was falling off the bones!! Found this place by chance and it didn't disappoint. Got the smoked ribs that were delicious I was licking my fingers!! Please support this business read more

Very small restaurant serving delicious variety of barbecued meats including beef brisket, beef and st. Louis ribs, chicken, and turkey. Recommended more so for take out orders. read more

Best BBQ in Long Island!! I had the pleasure of visiting here for the 1st time and the food was delicious! I had the brisket, ribs, green beans, sweet potato fries, and a whiting fish sandwich!! I would definitely recommend this place to my friends and family! It's a must!! read more

Village BBQ - BBQ!!!! - Barbeque Near Me - North Merrick, New York

This place is Amazing. I ordered half rack of ribs. I was told by the boss himself he makes the best ribs! He was not kidding! Fall off the bone! Great flavor! I'm soo excited to go back to try more things!! read more

Village BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - North Merrick, New York

I'm a tougher critic when it comes to seasonings but this place did not disappoint. Everything was delicious read more

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The food is delicious!!!! But be ready to wait awhile during peak hours. It's a small place with small staff. Some tables, but really a takeout only place. Food is a little pricey but worth it. read more

What a great place! Call ahead or walk- in and take twenty minutes to decide! It's all soooo good! From the ribs to ox tail- they have it all! read more

I don't write many reviews, but holy sh*t. My fav BBQ place, BBQ and Biscuits, closed down last year. I found this place on Yelp but I'm sometimes wary of positive reviews as I know some are "paid" for. Just got my first brisket sandwich. Loads of brisket. Great BBQ sauce. Amazing sandwich and really nice owner. Patronize this place. We need to make sure they stay around for another 10 years or more! read more

Great place, I loved the food here ! I ordered it to go, delicious Philly cheese Steak, great ribs

What a great place. Jerk bbq tips, fried plantains and Mac & cheese. All absolutely delicious! Support small local businesses. read more

Village BBQ - meat and macaroni and cheese - Barbeque Near Me - North Merrick, New York

We visited the restaurant on a recommendation of a food blogger on FB, we ordered the St Louis ribs with a side of Mac & cheese and collard green. Unfortunately, I wasted $30.00 dollars the food was disgusting the barbecue sauce left an overwhelming bad smell on our fingers the macaroni and cheese looked and tasted nasty and the collard greens was also disgusting. We also ordered a side of banana pudding also disgusting not worth the trip. Then the owner had the audacity to offer us a sample of oxtail, he stated and I quote " if the barbecue don't bring you back the oxtail will" end quote. The oxtail also had a bad oil taste we immediately threw them in the garbage. I will never go back the sad thing the owner thinks he is making good food don't know who told him this was good but I'm sorry please close this place before someone gets sick with food poisoning. I would not recommend this place. read more

Best BBQ around! Have followed Village BBQ to all 3 locations, it's always worth the trip. Plus the meats freeze beautifully. Ribs are flavorful, moist, so tender my 101 year old Mother even eats the bones. The brisket has so much flavor, cooked to perfection you'll find your mouth doing a HAPPY DANCE. In the 5 years I've been going to Village BBQ my family and my friends have always been very happy with the food be it the assorted meats or any of the wonderful side dishes. The deserts are all great but my favorite is the Banana pudding. It's made the old fashion way, real ingredients, baked in the oven. My mother's 100th birthday party was catered by Village BBQ and every guest was delighted by the quality and variety of food. Great food be it for just yourself or a big gathering. Always consistent always satisfying always delicious. read more

Had the brisket with Mac and cheese and collard greens. Really good portion size and everything was delicious. Do not sleep on the corn bread either, amazing. read more

So my review is based upon the brisket sandwich. It was excellent. If you're looking for a great brisket, sandwich go to Village BBQ, you will not be disappointed. read more

Food was great along with the service. The brisket literally melts in your mouth. Amazing highly recommend the brisket .

Food is excellent, best barbecue ive had in awhile. Repeat customer, orders always ready

We ate here the last two nights and it is really good. Ribs were especially tasty, with a nice sauce with some heat.

I really want this place to do well but they keep disappointing. The food is delicious but the service needs improvement.

Four years ago when they were at another location I was impressed. Cooked on the open pit. But fast forward...Very unorganized and very unprepared. Each of the 2 workers (one was the owner) were multitasking. I mean doing some of everything. Definitely need more workers even though the place is small. I ordered 2 rib meals and a woman came in 30 minutes after I did and ordered a rib dinner and at the 50 minute mark of me waiting they were making her rib meal while they were making mine. I was there almost an hour. A couple of people came in well after I did and they had short waits but they were taken care of and out before I was. Maybe I came on the wrong day but it didn't seem like a BBQ spot to me. A soul food restaurant yes....but a BBQ spot...no. No smell of BBQing, no smell of wood or charcoal burning (although they show a video of getting a big wood delivery on their website) No brisket, no chopped BBQ.....I guess I have an expectation of being well stocked before you open for business....especially BBQ is their specialty. read more

Everything we ordered was delicious! Highly recommend you try it. Cannot wait to try it again

I wish I can give it a higher review but I have to be honest. Came here in a weekend. There was only 1 person working and sadly the person was not moving fast enough to handle the amount of orders coming their way. I ordered my food and took well over an hour for it to be given. Sadly, they were out of alot of things that had angered one of the customers before me. I had very high expectations for this placed based on the reviews and It didn't meet the expectations I had sadly. But it's also not a disappointment. Let me start with the fact that the gentleman who was working there wasnt the nicest or hospitable person there., responses were short and he did seem annoyed while taking orders. Eventually his mood did change as time progressed. I ordered the ribs with Mac and Cheese sweet plantains. They didn't have pulled pork but had something similar so I ordered that as well with the same sides. The plantains are not fresh. They come in a bag frozen which they deep fry but honestly YOU would not BE ABLE TO TELL. plantains we very sweet and delicious. Ribs were Luke warm but fell off the bone with just the right amount of BBQ sauce. The mac and cheese was the least of my favorite items. Lacking in flavor in my opinion. The corn bread was similar to the box brands we get at local super market but tasty none the less. The prices were average for BBQ spot. Had it not been for the 1 hour and change wait for my food, I would have given a 4 star review. Not sure I would return myself but I do think people should come out and give them a try. They do have a big selection, its just that some items run out pretty quickly. read more

I found Village barbecue food to be extremely well seasoned and thoroughly enjoyed it