The best BBQ in Richmond
ZZQ Texas Craft Barbeque leads our ranking for BBQ in Richmond. Readers voted it first in Richmond Magazine Best & Worst in 2025 and 2026. Deep Run Roadhouse and Buz and Ned's Real Barbecue come next.
1ZZQ Texas Craft BarbequeReaders' choice, 2025, 2026- 2Deep Run RoadhouseReaders' runner-up, 2025, 2026
3Buz and Ned's Real BarbecueReaders' top three, 2025
50 barbecue spots are open in and around Richmond. The top 6 are ranked first; the rest follow. Omakase: Flyin' Pig.
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Photo: zzqrva.com 1ZZQ Texas Craft Barbeque
Barbecue · Richmond- Won Richmond Magazine Best & Worst 2025 and 2026 for BBQ, voted by readers [1]
- Richmond Magazine (2018): “ZZQ is all clean lines, varnished wood and studied intentions” [2]
“ZZQ Texas Style Barbeque”
- Where
- 3201 W Moore St, Richmond, VA 23230
- Today
- Closed for the day
- Has
- Catering
- Phone
- (804) 528-5648
All hours
Mon Closed Tue Closed Wed 11 AM to 6 PM Thu 11 AM to 6 PM Fri 11 AM to 6 PM Sat 11 AM to 6 PM Sun 11 AM to 5 PM Checked Oct 5 · Report a change
2Deep Run Roadhouse
Barbecue · Henrico- Runner-up in Richmond Magazine Best & Worst 2025 and 2026 for BBQ, voted by readers [1]
- Richmond Magazine (2018): “It doesn't quite nab a spot in the top tier, but Deep Run Roadhouse is still a solid contender” [2]
“Deep Run Roadhouse is breaking the mold of traditional BBQ restaurants in Richmond, VA, by offering more than just pulled pork and baked beans.”
- Where
- 12379 Gayton Rd, Henrico, VA 23238
- Today
- Closed for the day
- On the menu
- SMOKED FRIED WINGS 4 PC $7.50
- Has
- Catering · Takeout
- Phone
- (804) 740-6301
All hours
Mon 11 AM to 8 PM Tue 11 AM to 8 PM Wed 11 AM to 8 PM Thu 11 AM to 8 PM Fri 11 AM to 8 PM Sat 11 AM to 8 PM Sun 11 AM to 8 PM Checked Oct 5 · Report a change
4Q Barbeque
Barbecue · Glen Allen- Finalist in Richmond Magazine Best & Worst 2026 for BBQ, voted by readers [1]
- Richmond Magazine (2018): “there's nothing corporate or soulless about this place. This is conscientious, passionately prepared backwoods barbecue” [2]
“It's time for better barbeque and a better barbeque restaurant.”
- Where
- 1070 Virginia Center Pkwy, Glen Allen, VA 23059-4676
- Phone
- (804) 261-7227
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20 more · A to ZPhoto: backwoodzbbq.com Backwoodz BBQ Restaurant
Barbecue · Sandston“Good food, no compromises”
- Where
- 400 W Williamsburg Rd, Sandston, VA 23150
- Today
- Closed today
- On the menu
- Baked Beans $3
- Has
- Catering · Private dining · Reservations · Takeout · Live music · Full bar
- Phone
- (804) 286-3168
All hours
Mon Closed Tue 11 AM to 8 PM Wed 11 AM to 8 PM Thu 11 AM to 8 PM Fri 11 AM to 8 PM Sat 12 PM to 8 PM Sun Closed Checked Oct 5 · Report a change
Photo: birmiesfixins.com Birmie's Fixins
Barbecue · Richmond“Southern BBQ with a Northern Twist!”
- Where
- 9811 Swansea Rd, Richmond, VA 23236-4622
- Has
- Catering · Takeout
- Phone
- (804) 338-8041
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Photo: deeprunroadhouse.com Deep Run Roadhouse
Barbecue · Richmond“Deep Run Roadhouse is breaking the mold of traditional BBQ restaurants in Richmond, VA, by offering more than just pulled pork and baked beans.”
- Where
- 309 N Laurel St, Richmond, VA 23220
- Today
- Closed for the day
- Has
- Takeout · Catering · Vegan options
- Phone
- (804) 740-6301
All hours
Mon 11 AM to 8 PM Tue 11 AM to 8 PM Wed 11 AM to 8 PM Thu 11 AM to 8 PM Fri 11 AM to 8 PM Sat 11 AM to 8 PM Sun 11 AM to 8 PM Checked Oct 5 · Report a change
Photo: dickeys.com Dickey's Barbecue Pit
Barbecue · Richmond“Dickey's is the largest bbq restaurant brand in the world.”
- Where
- 9202 Stony Point Pkwy, Richmond, VA 23235
- Has
- Catering
- Phone
- (804) 323-6053
Checked Oct 5 · Report a change
Photo: theflyinpigrestaurant.com Flyin' Pig
Barbecue · Midlothian“Your Neighborhood Backyard Bar & Grill”
- Where
- 13560 Waterford Pl, Midlothian, VA 23112-3928
- Today
- Closed for the day
- On the menu
- Half rack of ribs $13.98
- Phone
- (804) 447-4592
All hours
Mon 11 AM to 10 PM Tue 11 AM to 10 PM Wed 11 AM to 10 PM Thu 11 AM to 10 PM Fri 11 AM to 1:45 AM Sat 11 AM to 1:45 AM Sun 11 AM to 10 PM Checked Oct 5 · Report a change
Photo: thehogsheadcafe.com HogsHead Cafe
Barbecue · Henrico“Our specialty, slow-smoked, hand-pulled pork or chicken & stacked high with coleslaw on the side”
- Where
- 8902 W Broad St, Henrico, VA 23294
- On the menu
- Hog Nachos $16.99 · Hogshead Pulled Pork Sandwich $14.99 · Fresh Squeezed Limeade $5.99 · Cream Puff Bites $20
- Has
- Catering · Takeout · Private dining · Full bar · Reservations
- Phone
- (804) 308-0281
Checked Oct 5 · Report a change
Photo: lunchorsupper.com Lunch Supper
Barbecue · Richmond“A Classic Southern Smokehouse tucked away in RVA's latest up and coming neighborhood, surrounded by local breweries, local produce, and local farms.”
- Where
- 3023 W Marshall St, Richmond, VA 23230
- Today
- Closed for the day
- Has
- Catering · Reservations
- Phone
- (804) 210-3464
All hours
Mon 11 AM to 9 PM Tue 11 AM to 9 PM Wed 11 AM to 9 PM Thu 11 AM to 9 PM Fri 11 AM to 10 PM Sat 10 AM to 10 PM Sun 10 AM to 9 PM Checked Oct 5 · Report a change
Photo: lyrasnaturalkitchen.com Lyra's Natural Kitchen
Barbecue · Richmond“We prepare our meals with the best intentions and the best ingredients possible.”
- Where
- 9200 Stony Point Pkwy #146, Richmond, VA 23235
- Has
- Takeout · Catering · Delivery · Vegan options
- Phone
- (804) 869-9915
Checked Oct 5 · Report a change
Oak & Apple
Barbecue · Richmond“We love to meet people who want to share their love for food and craft cider like we do.”
- Where
- 1814 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23223
- Today
- Closed for the day
- On the menu
- VA Angus Beef Brisket sandwich $13 · Sweet Corn Fritters $10 · Float $7 · Banana Pudding Pie $7
- Has
- Delivery · Dog friendly · Catering · Gluten-free options
- Phone
- (804) 477-3055
All hours
Mon 11 AM to 11 PM Tue 11 AM to 11 PM Wed 11 AM to 11 PM Thu 11 AM to 11 PM Fri 11 AM to 11 PM Sat 11 AM to 11 PM Sun 11 AM to 11 PM Checked Oct 5 · Report a change
Photo: oldetownesmokehouse.com Olde Towne Smokehouse
Barbecue · Mechanicsville- Where
- 8011 Cold Harbor Rd, Mechanicsville, VA 23111
- Today
- Closed today
- Phone
- (804) 979-8895
All hours
Mon Closed Tue 11 AM to 8 PM Wed 11 AM to 8 PM Thu 11 AM to 8 PM Fri 11 AM to 8 PM Sat 11 AM to 8 PM Sun Closed Checked Oct 5 · Report a change
Photo: qpothotpot.com QPot HotPot & BBQ
Restaurant · Henrico“Q Pot Hot Pot & BBQ restaurant offers a unique dining experience by combining traditional hot pot cuisine with Korean barbecue options.”
- Where
- 11740 W Broad St, Henrico, VA 23233-1190
- Today
- Closed for the day
- On the menu
- Hot Pot + Korean BBQ + Buffet (Dinner) $39.99 · Buffet Only Lunch (Adults) $15.99 · Hot Pot + Korean BBQ + Buffet (Lunch) $23.99
- Has
- Happy hour · Private dining · Takeout
- Phone
- (804) 206-7777
All hours
Mon 11:30 AM to 10 PM Tue 11:30 AM to 10 PM Wed 11:30 AM to 10 PM Thu 11:30 AM to 10 PM Fri 11:30 AM to 10:30 PM Sat 11:30 AM to 10:30 PM Sun 11:30 AM to 10 PM Checked Oct 5 · Report a change
Photo: rivercity-bbq.com River City BBQ
Barbecue · North Chesterfield“We're Smoking Authentic Meats & Sides 2 Keep U Craving!”
- Where
- 7409 Iron Bridge Rd, North Chesterfield, VA 23237
- Today
- Closed today
- On the menu
- Smoked Prime Beef Brisket - Texas Style (per lb) $32.95 · Smoked Jumbo Pretty Wings (Small 6 wings) $11.95 · Bottled Soda 16.9 oz $2.50
- Has
- Catering · Takeout
- Phone
- (804) 821-1545
All hours
Mon Closed Tue Closed Wed Closed Thu Closed Fri Closed Sat 11 AM to 12 AM Sun Closed Checked Oct 5 · Report a change
Photo: sibleysbbq.com Sibley's Bar-B-Q
Barbecue · Chester- Where
- 12000 Winfree St, Chester, VA 23831
- Today
- Closed for the day
- Phone
- (804) 748-3299
All hours
Mon 12 AM to 12 AM Tue 11 AM to 8 PM Wed 11 AM to 8 PM Thu 11 AM to 8 PM Fri 11 AM to 8 PM Sat 11 AM to 8 PM Sun 12 AM to 12 AM Checked Oct 5 · Report a change
Photo: smohkrvabbq.com Smohk RVA BBQ
Barbecue · Richmond“We refuse to compromise quality in our restaurant, serving all-natural, made from scratch meals.”
- Where
- 3112 W Leigh St, Richmond, VA 23230
- Today
- Closed today
- Has
- Catering · Takeout
- Phone
- (804) 278-6326
All hours
Mon 11 AM to 7 PM Tue 11 AM to 7 PM Wed Closed Thu 11 AM to 7 PM Fri 11 AM to 8 PM Sat 11 AM to 8 PM Sun Closed Checked Oct 5 · Report a change
Mission BBQ3 locations: Midlothian and Henrico
- 13439 Hull Street Rd13439 Hull Street Rd, Midlothian
- 12630 Stone Village Way12630 Stone Village Way, Midlothian
- 5440 Glenside Dr5440 Glenside Dr, Henrico
Q Barbeque3 locations: Richmond and Midlothian
- 11871 W Broad St11871 W Broad St, Richmond
- 13800 Fribble Way13800 Fribble Way, Midlothian
- 2077 Walmart Way2077 Walmart Way, Midlothian
Worth the drive
Within about half an hour of Richmond.
Wildwood Bar-B-Que
Barbecue · Powhatan“Serve great food. Take care of people. Be a good neighbor.”
- Where
- 2470 Anderson Hwy, Powhatan, VA 23139-7525
- Today
- Closed for the day
- Has
- Catering · Takeout
- Phone
- (804) 372-9574
All hours
Mon 11 AM to 8 PM Tue 11 AM to 8 PM Wed 11 AM to 8 PM Thu 11 AM to 8 PM Fri 11 AM to 8 PM Sat 11 AM to 8 PM Sun 11 AM to 8 PM Checked Oct 5 · Report a change
- Mission BBQ1020 Temple Ave, Colonial Heights
No longer open
- Alexander's BBQ, 1126 Westbriar Dr has closed.
- Benny's BBQ, 3044 Stony Point Rd has closed.
- Big Daddy's Barbecue & Ribs, 6359 Jahnke Rd has closed.
- Boni Roni BBQ To-Go, 3016 Mountain Rd Ste A has closed.
- Dean's BBQ and Grill, 3716 Mechanicsville Tpke has closed.
- Double T's Real Smoked BBQ, 2907 W Cary St has closed.
- Dunn's Bar-b-que, 3716 Mechanicsville Tpke has closed.
- Extra Billy's, 5205 W Broad St has closed.
- Grandpa Eddie's Alabama Ribs and BBQ, 12859 Broad Street Rd has closed.
- Hanover Smokehouse, 8100 Creighton Pkwy has closed.
- Hillbilly Red's Barbeque, 353 E Williamsburg Rd has closed.
- Salty Pig at Sleepy Fox Distillery, 9502 Chamberlayne Rd has closed.
- TD's Smokehouse BBQ, 8919 Patterson Ave has closed.
How we rank
Nobody at Guide2 scores the food. The ranking adds up what Richmond’s own judges have said in public: readers’ polls count most, then critics’ standing lists, then local press and food writers. Every point is numbered and listed under Sources below. The full method.
What changed
- TD's Smokehouse BBQ closed
- Grandpa Eddie's Alabama Ribs and BBQ closed
- Extra Billy's closed
- Dunn's Bar-b-que closed
- Double T's Real Smoked BBQ closed
- Dean's BBQ and Grill closed
- Big Daddy's Barbecue & Ribs closed
- Benny's BBQ closed
Questions
- What is the best BBQ in Richmond?
- ZZQ Texas Craft Barbeque. Won Richmond Magazine Best & Worst 2025 and 2026 for BBQ, voted by readers; Richmond Magazine (2018). Deep Run Roadhouse and Buz and Ned's Real Barbecue come next.
- How many barbecue spots are in Richmond?
- 50 are open in and around Richmond as of October 2026, including Alamo Bbq, Allman's BBQ of Chester, Backwoodz BBQ Restaurant, Bailey's, Bill's Barbecue and 45 more. Within a half-hour drive there are 13 more, in Petersburg, Ashland, Hopewell, Colonial Heights, Powhatan and New Kent.
- Where can you get omakase in Richmond?
- Flyin' Pig offers omakase, according to its own menus.
- Where can I order BBQ online in Richmond?
- 23 have online ordering on their own websites: Backwoodz BBQ Restaurant, Birmie's Fixins, Deep Run Roadhouse, Deep Run Roadhouse, Dickey's Barbecue Pit, Flyin' Pig, HogsHead Cafe, Lunch Supper and 15 more.
- Is Alexander's BBQ in Richmond still open?
- No. Alexander's BBQ has closed. For BBQ nearby, see the list above.
- Is Benny's BBQ in Richmond still open?
- No. Benny's BBQ has closed. For BBQ nearby, see the list above.
- Is Big Daddy's Barbecue & Ribs in Richmond still open?
- No. Big Daddy's Barbecue & Ribs has closed. For BBQ nearby, see the list above.
- Is Boni Roni BBQ To-Go in Richmond still open?
- No. Boni Roni BBQ To-Go has closed. For BBQ nearby, see the list above.
- Is Dean's BBQ and Grill in Richmond still open?
- No. Dean's BBQ and Grill has closed. For BBQ nearby, see the list above.
- Is Double T's Real Smoked BBQ in Richmond still open?
- No. Double T's Real Smoked BBQ has closed. For BBQ nearby, see the list above.
- Is Dunn's Bar-b-que in Richmond still open?
- No. Dunn's Bar-b-que has closed. For BBQ nearby, see the list above.
- Is Extra Billy's in Richmond still open?
- No. Extra Billy's has closed. For BBQ nearby, see the list above.
- Is Grandpa Eddie's Alabama Ribs and BBQ in Richmond still open?
- No. Grandpa Eddie's Alabama Ribs and BBQ has closed. For BBQ nearby, see the list above.
- Is Hanover Smokehouse in Richmond still open?
- No. Hanover Smokehouse has closed. For BBQ nearby, see the list above.
- Is Hillbilly Red's Barbeque in Richmond still open?
- No. Hillbilly Red's Barbeque has closed. For BBQ nearby, see the list above.
- Is Salty Pig at Sleepy Fox Distillery in Richmond still open?
- No. Salty Pig at Sleepy Fox Distillery has closed. For BBQ nearby, see the list above.
- Is TD's Smokehouse BBQ in Richmond still open?
- No. TD's Smokehouse BBQ has closed. For BBQ nearby, see the list above.
Sources
- 1Richmond Magazine Best & Worst, Best & Worst 2026: Food & Drink, 2026. Checked Oct 5, 2026. Archived copy.
- 2Richmond Magazine, A Baker’s Dozen of Smoke, Fat and Flavor, July 2018. Checked Oct 5, 2026. Archived copy.
- 3Richmond Magazine Best & Worst, Best & Worst 2025: Food & Drink, 2025. Checked Oct 5, 2026. Archived copy.
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