Best BBQ Restaurants in Virginia

3 hand-picked BBQ restaurants in Virginia — ratings, price ranges, addresses, and directions for each.

Our directory features 3 hand-picked BBQ restaurants across Virginia. You'll find them in neighborhoods like Woodbridge, Arlington, in the $ range. The highest-rated BBQ pick in our directory right now is Dixie Bones BBQ in Woodbridge, at 4.3 out of 5. Every listing below links to a full detail page with the address, phone number, price range, and directions, so you can compare options and pick the right spot for your night out. We keep this list curated rather than exhaustive — each restaurant here was added to the directory on its merits, and the ratings shown come from our listings data.

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Dixie Bones BBQ

Dixie Bones BBQ

VA

Roadhouse-style BBQ joint serving slow-smoked ribs, brisket, and pulled pork with homemade sides. The laid-back vibe and generous portions make it a Northern Virginia BBQ favorite.

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Smokecraft Modern Barbecue

VA

Arlington modern-barbecue restaurant that competes on the competition circuit, serving classic smoked meats alongside dishes like cedar plank salmon.

Ruthie's All-Day

Ruthie's All-Day

VA

Arlington all-day spot for 100% wood-smoked barbecue, meat-and-three plates, and a dedicated breakfast counter.