40 Best Barbeque Restaurants near Riverdale

“I just got a delivery from smokehouse. This food is 100% the HIP. I ordered the rib dinner and I ate every drop. I actually want some more“

“We celebrated my Grandma's 90th Birthday today here and she LOVED the food!“

“I had to try them out after following on Social Media the food was so tempting that I had to make a detour through Riverdale on my way back from South Carolina to Alabama. Man they didn’t disappoint at all! The best Turkey I ever had in my life!!! I had the turkey knuckles and rice bowl. I will be coming back very soon. Food is 10 of 10!!!“

“Great place, good vibes and drinks!“

“Love the food but I don’t understand why I’m force to by a soda with every meal for $3 why can’t I order just the food I don’t need the drink! This problem is on Uber Eats app if the owner sees my comment“

“My husband and I went in This is it for dessert only today. We ended up getting meals mine was the smothered Pork chops over rice, cabbages, and Mac and cheese. My husband was meatloaf, Mac and cheese, and mashed potatoes with a banana pudding and strawberry cake. The food did not disappoint. Whomever cook the food did a wonderful job. The peach drink as well was a great refreshment. The staff was very kind and nice. I would give this place a 10/10 for the food, the atmosphere, the staff, and cleanliness. I will return.“

“All Of Greedyman's Food Is Excellent. Customer Service Gets Over 5 Stars. But That Fish Philly Sandwich Is Awesome. It's a stroke of genius. No other fish sandwich compares. It's more than delicious. Try It as Well as all of his food. You will be happy and prosperous.“

“Wow!!! Bomb food and amazing service. Had to wait a little bit but it was worth it. I came from Knoxville, Tn and all I gotta say is we need one of y’all’s spots over here!! God bless your business and continue to put the Lord first in all you do and it will prosper forever! Thank you for a great experience! 💕Katherine“

“Ate at the Fayetteville location on the week of opening. We were excited to have them so close by, however, we did not have a great experience on opening week. I got 1/4 chicken plate. The chicken was much more bone than meat. Beans were bland. Variety of sauces is disappointing. Most southern BBQ restaurants have brunswick stew, which is a big reason for going there. I live only about a mile from the restaurant, however, I will not likely be going again.“

“Gina is a great server. i walked in an hour before close with three folks from Australia for some BBQ. We had a feast! Gina told us about her faves, gave us a little Pit Boss history, and served us some fantastic ‘cue. I had sliced brisket, some fantastic Brunswick (aka “camp”) stew, and tried several of my friend’s’ sides. Don’t sleep on the collards. I’m really picky about barbecue, but they’re hot barbecue sauce was great. Also, the owner has his own recipe for pepper sauce for the collars, and it was outstanding. I was even impressed with the potato salad and coleslaw, both really good. One friend had some cheesy, creamy mashed potatoes that were fantastic. The baked beans were good, but quite sweet, and frankly, much improved with a dash of the pepper sauce. Portions were ample. Beer selection was really good! I went home with food, and ate it again, another day very happily.
Note: they have moved from their much smaller digs across the street, and I believe the owner now owns this building. It is much improved and really a nice space. I loved it. I would definitely recommend it.“

“Customer service is great and the food is fresh and deliciously seasoned You get a taste of New Orleans food as well as Atlanta Georgia food 😋 But the combination together will put you to sleep😋😋“

“I love eating here however to many young folk work there . That’s all they do is play and use curse words to explain themselves. This not the place for that. When you have a business people comes in to enjoy themselves not to see a circle.“

“Ribs, Pork Chops ,Wings,Turkey wings. I've tried everything on the menu. There's nothing I don't like. The peach cobbler cake is a unique treat. .......oh yeah the jalapeño cornbread is the secret gift.“

“Me and the Hubby always like to give reviews on our food cause were very picky when it comes to soulfood. We tried it today I had the pulled pork,and greens and my husband had the smoked wings,potato salad, greens and we loved it! the greens were exactly how we like them.👌🏽 Everything was good, price was reasonable we will definitely be back.“

“I don’t get up this way often but when I do I always eat here. Great meat and three, great cornbread and biscuits, friendly service and the price is right. Can’t beat it. I know why they have been here so long.“

“The services was great and the food was on point“

“I love the business the food is tasty and delicious. Professional atmosphere and the customer service is always so nice. The owner and her cooks put their tender loving care in all the meals“

“Try it yo self!! Try the ribs!! Tell them Yolanda sent cha!!“

“I stopped by for a rib sandwich, but they were out of ribs. I ended up getting the rib tips, fries, and a tropical punch instead, and I'm glad I did. Everything was delicious. The rib tips were flavorful, the fries were great, and the tropical punch was the perfect addition to the meal. I'll definitely be back again.“

“They know how to toss fries in sauce.
Costs about 1 and a half dollars extra to request for them to toss the fries, but is worth it if you love your fries tossed due to the cheaper prices(it's below 10 dollars, but tossing fires raises the price) compared to elsewhere to get a 6 piece wings combo.
(Btw tossed fries are fries coated in sauce)
Also costs extra to get extra blue cheese, but that's not an issue.
They don't have tea, but they have a menu variety and an atmosphere, so I would recommend this place to the rest of my family members.
The main reason why I put 10-20 dollars as the cost is that the average and anything but the 6 wing combo by itself costs more than 10 dollars but mostly stays below 20.“

“I’m so happy this place finally opened up!! When I tell you the staff is great and the food is phenomenal!! Great experience for anyone who enjoys Korean BBQ. The added bonus is the hot pot: a pot of your choice of steamy broth in which you add your choice of vegetables, noodles, meats and seafood. Ok that’s enough..come try it yourself 💞“

“🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 A Five Star Experience That You Must Try“

“They are always on point but you gotta know how to order….if you don’t like the BIG wings you gotta tell them you want the small wings…then if you don’t like them rubbery..you gotta tell them to fry them hard but not too hard…..

Thank me later….btw…the wings are ALWAYS done in 10 min….😁😁“

“Let me start by saying, I have one word and that is SUPERB!!!!!! After a day of errands, Shauni and I were ready to eat. After executing a search on Yelp, I came across GQ BBQ and we decided to pull up. Y’all know I love me some BBQ. Upon arrival, the location was super to find as it sits on the main road. When pulling into the parking lot there is parking on both sides as well as parking in the back. The outside was clean and vibrant. We knew we were in for a treat as we were able to smell the bbq before even getting to the restaurant. Yes, the power of a good aroma to captivate the sense of smell. 😜 Heading inside, the location kept with the vibrant color on the walls as to draw your eyes to the menu. There are ample seating options as well so if you desire to eat in as we did, there is indoor and outdoor seating. Taking some time to review the menu, I decided on the Rib Dinner with Baked Beans, Collards, and I ordered two orders of cornbread as well and decided to not get the white bread that comes with the meal. To note, the cornbread is an extra charge. Once our order was placed, we took a seat and enjoyed the games that were playing on the televisions. As we were engrossed in conversation, before we knew it, our food was ready. I retrieved my plate and headed to my seat. The moment I opened that plate, my entire life smiled. After being enticed by the aromas, I was now overtaken by the visual presentation of this meal. As I opted for the sauce on the side, I was able to see the ribs in their naked state and capture the full fragrance of seasoned pork without the coverings of sauce. Babeeeeeeeeeee, GQ BBQ showed off with this meal. Let’s talk the food: Ribs: well seasoned, tender, meaty, minimal gristle, the right amount of fat for a nice chew, great portion size as the dish comes with ribs and rib tips. The sauce was an added layer of joy. I opted to mix their Gresham blend with the Sweet and my mouth had a full mouthgasm of robust flavors, joy, and excitement. These ribs were the absolute bomb with or without the sauce. Baked Beans: perfectly cooked, well seasoned, fresh. Collards: well doctored, tender,perfect pairing for the ribs. Cornbread: absolute gold status, perfectly sweet, cakey with a light crumble, buttery, golden baked, worth the extra cost. The cornbread is slightly small, so I would suggest getting three. LoL. Overall, GQ BBQ was an amazing experience. The ribs dominate the meal as they should, however, the sides compliment the ribs very well. The entire meal is a 10/10 and I will be back very soon for another order. Though I live nowhere near GQ BBQ, I will make sure to make my am way back a few times a year to have my soul fed and taste buds tantalized.“

“I come here at LEAST 3x a week. The wings are ALWAYS FRESH & FIRE ? ALWAYS!! I will say that I personally never order anything besides the wings only. I may someday try the fried rice. The reason for the 4stars is because my very very very 1st x coming here I tried a gyro ? & wings. The gyro was DISGUSTING & COLD!! However, the wings were GOODT. Which is why i continued to come back for the wings. Now, every time i go i get wings only & they are literally ALWAYS fresh & fire !!! I can’t recommend variety from them at the time but i DO recommend the wings & i recommend u give them a try ??“

“We drive all the way from Dallas, Ga just for this dressing. Food Impeccable!!! Service Outstanding!!!! Clean and friendly environment!!! The staff is so welcoming and everyone always does their best to ensure the food is just the way you would eat it at Big Momma house!! All I need is a pillow for a nap cause I’m fulllll! Lol This location is home away from home.“

“met the the man today and became a fan of his chicken an hour later“

“I had the pleasure of having Doneshia as my server. She was very attentive and took care of my every request in a timely manner. I was very appreciative of her service. I had asked for unseasoned fries, they came out seasoned, She corrected it right away. Sadly the fries that came out were not that great. It actually looked and tasted like they took seasoned fries and put them back in the fryer to remove the seasoning.
It was quite obvious to me that she was there to do a great job and she did. She can’t control how the food comes out. Also, she was not part of the group of servers who made it look they were there for social hour which was incredibly annoying. This group hung out at the hostess station (I sat right in front of it) and made guests in line wait until their conversation was completed before they were acknowledged or they were out in the concourse talking with friends. Doneshia did not engage in that behavior. She was quite professional and did a great job. She definitely deserved the almost 50% tip that I left. I highly recommend Doneshia and will ask for her when I’m back at the Atlanta Airport again.“

“Everything I had was a 10+ with a large portion. I recommend this food truck for any event. You won’t be disappointed.“

“great food good prices for service with a smile 🙂“

“The ribs and rib tips are meaty, juicy, and well seasoned! The mac and cheese is creamy and decadent! The greens are smoky and delicious, and the baked beans are sweet and tangy! The chicken is also moist and flavorful! I will be going back on Fridays and Saturdays when the restaurant is open. I also plan on placing a catering order for the Holidays!“

“What are you looking for in BBQ? This spot was it for me. A little shack with the best smoked meats I've had in some time. The BBQ sauce hit perfectly with the seasoning used on the chicken, ribs and chopped pork. The sides complimented the meats just right. Then there is the Peach Cobbler....made me an instant fan, and I usually don't do peach anything, but while in GA I couldn't say no!“

“Good tasting food! 🥘 will try again.“

“I have been a customer here for over 15 years and this is the first time I have waited over 4 hours to get my food. I usually have to wait about an hour but this is a little crazy and now I need to rethink if I will ever do that again.
The food is good but that wait time was totally ridiculous.“

“I get takeout from This Is It at least twice a week. The food selections are varied & outstanding but we especially love the collards. The waitstaff is exceptional; always greeting me with a smile and even remembering what I usually order. I highly recommend This is It if one desires food that tastes like home cooked and service that is beyond compare.“

“Lunch was great!! Loved the location, service was awesome and the food was fresh and hot!! I will definitely return without any hesitation.“

“Absolutely a great meal. Fabulous service.“

“Correction: My original review was for American Deli, about half a mile away in the Kroger plaza. This place must have mistakingly been tagged when I clicked on Google Maps, I apologize. JR Wings reviews are generally excellent. I have adjusted my review to reflect that.“

“Other than the slow kitchen, this place is great. It IS located in the hotel entrance. We didn't realize that's where it was when we got there. Food was great! Grits were outstanding according to my friends that ate there with me. Brisket was excellent and mashed reds and asparagus were done perfectly. Great spot!“

“I had the best service ever in the particular restaurant, I enjoyed the server. I wish I could remember her name, I had left my card there. With a hour there was a call from Brittany. She put my card up and kept it safe until I got there. Thank you to the hostess that was so kind to me. This staff was so kind, even the staff walking past me asked if they could help me. I will return to this one and tell everyone how great this restaurant is.“