34 Best Barbeque Restaurants near Riverview

“I had such an amazing experience at Mission BBQ! This was my second time coming, and I can honestly say it was even better than the first.

The first time I visited was already a great experience, but this second visit right before closing was absolutely outstanding. My food came out piping hot, full of flavor, and everything tasted incredible. You would never think they were close to closing with how fresh everything was.

What really stood out to me was the service. The staff was so kind and welcoming, and they didn’t seem annoyed or rushed at all. My very first visit, there was a sweet older lady who took the time to help me choose my barbecue, and that level of care clearly carries throughout the team.

You really don’t find service like this anymore. Between the amazing food and genuinely kind staff, I will definitely keep coming back!“

“AWESOME! So delicious! Great food and great folks! I'm starring this location as a permanent favorite and we Will be back!
Only bad thing to say is I'm glad I found it online, I would have driven right past it otherwise.
Yes it's in the gas station.
Yes there is somewhere to sit and enjoy their delicious food.
Yes their prices are great.
Yes you should definitely eat here.“

“I was shocked that my lunch, a sandwich, fries and a drink cost 💲 18.29, and then dissappointed when the meal actually came. The board you order from barely has any pricing on it. If you’re going the charge dinner pricing for lunch, the food should at least be freaking amazing. It was my first and definitely my last time.“

“Best bbq I ever tasted! Brisket, Gator bites, Chicken wings, Ribs all cooked to perfection. I even stopped by for breafast the next morning and had my 1st better than hardees biscuits and gravy along with, "What!" smoked corned beef with poatatoes. It made our day! I heard about this place up north and can say if anyone is remotely in the Tampa area.....They should stop by!!! Thank You Jimmy Jo's!!“

“Dickeys catered our lunch this afternoon for 75 people, food was AMAZING and DELICIOUS! Great flavor and great price. We highly recommend them. 5🌟“

“My son and I stopped by while traveling and it was a great choice for an early Saturday dinner at 5. Service was excellent and food was out less than 10 minutes from ordering and was a perfect medium rare on our ribeye's. I've had to wait longer for fast food before. The only suggestion I have is a little less seasoning on the steaks as it overshadowed the flavor of the steak a tad too much, but was still delicious! Thanks LongHorn Team!“

“Ordered 2 steaks so much grissle you could not cut or eat they prepared two more steaks these were even worse. This was Easter Sunday and I spent $127.00 never again“

“First Class all the way! Had them cater our event for over 250 people, the ‘Topping Off’ party for the new hospital being built in Riverview on 301. From Set -up, the servers and take down- 1st class!!! The food was wonderful!!! Highly recommend.“

“The ribs are so good !! I could eat there ribs everyday“

“Bubbaques catered our graduation party, and everything was outstanding. You couldn’t ask for better people, better service, or better food. I recommend to everyone. 10 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“Best BBQ in the Bay!!! You have to try the Sliced Brisket on Sundays!!“

“The food is absolutely delicious it's just like my grandma old school cooking back in the days when i tell you it's well worth it and I MEAN EVERY BIT OF IT YOU JUST CAN'T MAKE THIS UP ........................“

“Sometimes, a change of plans turns into the best surprise. We originally intended to visit a different BBQ spot, but due to unforeseen circumstances, it didn't work out. My son was shipping out for the Navy the very next day, and all he wanted for his send-off meal was good BBQ. He stumbled across Kojak’s, and I am so glad we landed here!

Knowing they’ve been family-owned since the 70s sets the stage, but the staff—who are the family themselves—truly made the experience. They were incredibly kind and welcoming, making us feel right at home like we were part of their own family.

The food was absolutely phenomenal. I had the pulled pork dinner with mac 'n' cheese and parsley potatoes, and every single bite was incredible. In fact, everything was so good that we actually kept going back to order more! We finished the meal with their fresh apple cake for dessert, which was the perfect sweet ending.

I cannot recommend Kojak’s highly enough, and I already can't wait to come back. Don't sleep on this place—they will not disappoint. My only regret is that we didn't discover it sooner!“

“they have the best ribs I have had in a VERY long time! The woman that works there is also super sweet & very friendly!“

“OMG! Mr. Ice Cream did not come to play not one game! We got 2 dinners one turkey leg dinner with potato salad and beans and he even put the bean juice on my potato salad like i asked ? then one rib dinner with potato salad and beans. We ate right in the next parking lot we couldn't even wait. It was so delicious. EVERYTHING!!! This man is a true gem, thank you for your service and we will be back!“

“Hands down best BBQ !!!!!“

“My last visit to Tampa was a home run with my brothers in the chap world. Simms killed it with the smoked mullet and turkey rice. The owners are great people and the food is off the chain. Thanks so much for doing food so right!“

“Best BBQ I've had in a long time!!! Everything was amazing!“

“Just got more food from him talk about the most amazing thing I put in my mouth just melts the taste of the barbecue is amazing and on top of all that he is such a nice guy great to talk to I have eaten at 15 to 20 different barbecue places and this one wins hands-down if I was you I would recommend going to this place otherwise you’re just missing out on the most wonderful thing in your mouth!!!!!!!!“

“I love all of their food. My husband drives by there everyday after work, He brings me different meals all the time. I just can't wait for them to open for customers to go inside.“

“Always delicious. Apple cake is amazing.“

“okay the food was great here is my problem I gave her my card then she pointed out the charge to use a card I said well no thanks so I gave her a cash and still she charged my card not happy with be going to bank Thursday“

“thank you for braving hurricane Ian! food was fast, good and Hott!!!!!!“

“The food was delicious. The kids ate everything that we got. The prices were great also. They have a few options for family meals. We have a family of 6 so that was a big plus. Will definitely come back. Could tell it was a community spot with lots of regulars.“

“This place was a whole vibe! I stopped by one day when I was hungry from work and it slapped! I came back to bring my husband who is a BBQ fanatic and we had a fabulous time! The food is SO good and I dream about the banana cream pudding for real. They were so nice and I highly recommend!“

“Ronnies food is the BEST! His ribs are so tender and yummy and the pulled pork is so good and juicy too! Different than what im used to. Im so happy we finally got to try his food. We will try his chicken today! Im always looking for the best lemonades (im a tea and lemonade snob) and his lemonades are SO good, our house were fighting for the last drops! Very addicting! My new favorite, thank youuuuuu 💜“

“The place is clean. The staff is awesome. The food is amazing. If you have not tried this place you need to“

“I have been to the Anchor Bar three or four times with my friends for lunch. Jeona has always been our server and she is attentive and polite. Refills, no problem. She is the only one serving and she has always managed to keep track of everyone. The food is good--the servings are substantial. The French Fries are the best! Although our group doesn't drink, I would suggest it for lunch whether you have a drink or not.“

“Hit this place again today, been here several times. Always very friendly, helpful service. (I'm handicap so he's helped me to the car with the soups several times.) Just finished a few months of cancer treatments, so what better way to rebuilt your health than fresh homemade chicken soup and a matzoh ball! Such great comfort food too! Today I had a potato knish with spicy mustard! Sooo good! This place is currently a brick and mortar, but will soon be going to the Florida cottage type place. ❤️“

“First choice was my favorite, this is the same just different name. Will let people know first choice fans to come here now.“

“Absolutely LOVE their jerky! The 'OG' is my favorite but would like to see more/different flava-flaves too! This is how jerky's meant to be: thin, drier like it was in the 'original' old days, was tougher back then, which I kinda like too, chew/gnaw on it for awhile! Great job here though!! Wish you were national as I'm in Charlotte, NC!“

“Burnin Barber-Que catered my daughter’s graduation party and to say that the food was spectacular is an understatement!! Their BBQ and sides were/ are the best that I have had in YEARS!!!!! I highly recommend this establishment and will definitely be returning when I come back to Tampa!!“

“Burnin Barber-Que catered my daughter’s graduation party and to say that the food was spectacular is an understatement!! Their BBQ and sides were/ are the best that I have had in YEARS!!!!! I highly recommend this establishment and will definitely be returning when I come back to Tampa!!“

“just got home from having a wonderful meal at roadhouse. the meal was fantastic at an incredible price. the place was so busy. sunday at 5.30. but the service was exceptional. the server treated us like we were the only table there. there were 6 of us. we all took food home. we can not say enough about our positive experience. will def be back.👍“