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Bar-Q (Bark) | BBQ is a barbecue restaurant in Norfolk, VA.

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Mary-Ann L.
Mary-Ann L. -Google user
2 years ago
So this was my first time. After reading the reviews I still had slightly tough time finding the place but yes, as soon as I saw the HUGE bbq pit outside, it was undeniable that I found it. It was early Friday afternoon and the seats...Read More
Take outLunch$20–30
Adrian Knights
Adrian Knights -Google user
2 years ago
After nine months deployed I needed some good bbq. This place did not disappoint. Brisket, spareribs, and link were perfectly cooked and the flavors were amazing. Side bbq was absolutely delicious. Mac and cheese exactly how I like it. Slaw...Read More
Take outOther$30–50Atmosphere: 5Spare Ribs, Bacon LinkFree parking lot
Eddie Hui
Eddie Hui -Google user
3 years ago
Friendly staff and great food. The portions are generous and we had left overs. They are so busy during the day that they may be out of items later in the day but they are very nice and substituted however they can on the platters.
Dine inDinner$30–50Atmosphere: 5
MC (WhereTo?)
MC (WhereTo?) -Google user
a year ago
If I could give this place a 20/10 I would. I would love to give a special shout out to Andrew and MaeMae (if I'm wrong, charge it to my heart) but those two went out of there way to properly serve my brisket since...Read More
Dine inDinner$10–20Atmosphere: 5Pound of Brisket, Peanut Butter Brownies with Oreos the Second One Is a Blonde Brownie They Are Decadent
J D
J D -Google user
4 years ago
Having a bad day? Go to Bar-Q. Having a great day? Go to Bar-Q. I don’t know what to say just go to Bar-Q. The only reason you really need is wanting some good Bbq and great people. Great atmosphere. It’s a family Sunday spot...Read More
Philip Ahye
Philip Ahye -Google user
2 years ago
If you’re looking for some good BBQ this is it. Everything was good. The service, the sides and the meat. You get your food immediately after you order. Just check out the pictures of the food. Will be back soon that’s for sure.
Dine inLunch$10–20Atmosphere: 5Smack & Beef, Cornbread, Pulled Pork Sandwich w Mac and Cheese
Charles Wade
Charles Wade -Google user
a year ago
Stopped in for lunch. Despite the elegance of the exterior, the inside is more played back. Clearly you can go to the beach and stop in for lunch without having to get into street clothes. We had the brisket by the pound, green beans and...Read More
Atmosphere: 5
Brandon Bueno
Brandon Bueno -Google user
a year ago
Located in Bold Mariner Brewing Co. Best BBQ in Norfolk!! Real Texas style BBQ! Better than most TX places I’ve had. And I’m from TX!! Get the brisket, Mac n cheese, Christmas beans, “Peggy’s corn”. Of course get some great beers from Bold Mariner while...Read More
Dine inDinnerAtmosphere: 5Macaroni Cheese, Peggy's Corn, Pound of Brisket
T jW
T jW -Google user
2 years ago
Holy Smokes!! This place is off the hook great. Visiting from out of town and this place had the best looking BBQ. Boy did the pictures not disappoint. Was admittedly bummed when we arrived on a Wednesday evening to hear the only...Read More
Atmosphere: 4
Tiffiney Launhardt
Tiffiney Launhardt -Google user
3 years ago
Wow!!! Just wow!!! I have tried many other bbq spots around here, with a handful being the ones others always suggest as being the best, but this is by far the BEST brisket in the 757. The Smack and cheese...Read More
Grant Palmer
Grant Palmer -Google user
a year ago
Just steps away from. The shore this BBQ joint leaves me beggin for more like a BARKin dawg. The bark on this bbq speaks for itself and the meats here are loaded with flavor and the sides leave you satisfied but wanting more!
Atmosphere: 4
Karl Hebert
Karl Hebert -Google user
Edited a year ago
You must go to this place if you're in the area... I'm almost three hours away and I'm thinking about going back just for the BBQ. We had the two meat (brisket and pulled pork) with three sides (smack and cheese, beans, and corn bread),...Read More
Take outLunch$20–30Atmosphere: 5Cornbread, Cheese Cake, Pulled Pork and Sliced Brisket Plate
Nicole Hancock
Nicole Hancock -Google user
a year ago
Great BBQ and only steps from the beach. The meat is so tender and full of flavor, the sides and sauces are made just right. The cornbread is not too sweet which I appreciated. I enjoyed the brisket platter and felt it was plenty of...Read More
Dine inDinner$20–30Atmosphere: 5Cornbread, Pulled Pork and Sliced Brisket Plate
Lucas
Lucas -Google user
a year ago
First time visiting and I was happy with the food and service. From the moment I pulled up parking was horrible. I had to park around the corner but not to far from the restaurant. Once inside the sitting area looked like...Read More
Dine in$30–50Atmosphere: 4Macaroni Cheese, Pound of BrisketDifficult to find parkingFree parking lot, Free street parkingIf the lot is full you can park across the street at 7/11 or around the corner.
Kasey Milby Molloy
Kasey Milby Molloy -Google user
3 years ago
Bar-Q created our cake for our wedding and it was AMAZING!! First, the aesthetics. I sent them a few images of ideas that I liked and they made the cake look even better than any image I had sent. It was so beautiful and classy -...Read More
Roger Gaffey
Roger Gaffey -Google user
Edited 3 years ago
Located inside the Bolder Mariner brewery, this BBQ joint is pumping out great food. The brisket had a nice smoke ring, bark and was moist throughout. The pulled pork was tender and tasty. The best thing was someone in our party had a food...Read More
Koya V
Koya V -Google user
5 years ago
Everything was great! From the food to the service. My husband and I have found our new BBQ spot. We tried the Ribs, Brisket, Pork and a couple of the sides. OH WAIT the sweet potato pie too! All amazing! We recommend this spot for sure!
Brandy
Brandy -Google user
6 months ago
Bar-Q handled the catering for our wedding in October. It was simply amazing. We had Brisket and BBQ chicken along with their amazing corn and mac n' cheese. All the guests loved the food and were raving about it days later. Staff was so friendly...Read More
Atmosphere: 5
CJ
CJ -Google user
6 months ago
We stumbled across this spot during our visit and absolutely loved it! Like every other Maime I have ever met, Maime does her thing in the kitchen! She and Jeff served us the best southern cooking I've ever had from a restaurant and I'm a...Read More
Dine inAtmosphere: 5
Tno Aries
Tno Aries -Google user
6 months ago
Absolutely fabulous ribs, pulled pork, brisket and Christmas beans. Plus a unique pile of pickles, peppers, onions, jalapenos in a vinegary sauce. Wonderful service and very comfortable atmosphere. Great place!
Dine inLunchAtmosphere: 5Slaw, Brisket Burger with Cole Slaw and Potato Salad, Spare Ribs, Pulled Pork Sandwich w Mac and Cheese

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