Highest-rated barbecue restaurants in Alexandria, according to Yelp

Barbecue, also known as BBQ for short, has captivated the taste buds of millions of people across the world; its smell, a quintessential part of backyard parties and long, lazy holiday weekends. This cooking method involves slow cooking and smoking meat over an open flame or heat source. Beyond the slab of baby back ribs and brisket that we're probably familiar with, barbecue has a long history dating back centuries and is rooted in various cultures.

The earliest origins of barbecue can be , who were Indigenous to the Caribbean. By the 19th century, the technique in the American South, primarily using pork. Taino people didn't use the word barbecue. Instead, this method of cooking food over a raised wooden grate was .

As time passed, techniques and flavors evolved as a result of colonization, globalization, and advancements in technology. Today, barbecue has become a beloved food all over the world. In the United States, there are four distinct styles: Memphis, North Carolina, Kansas City, and Texas BBQ. Memphis is renowned for pulled pork; North Carolina for smoked pork infused in vinegar sauce; Kansas City for dry-rubbed meats, and Texas for grilled brisket.

No matter the style, however, barbecue can be enjoyed anywhere, but if you're specifically looking for the best places to enjoy the savory and mouthwatering delights, compiled a list of the highest-rated barbecue restaurants in Alexandria using data from . Rankings factor in the average rating and number of reviews. Keep reading to see if your favorite spot made the list.

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#13. Dickey's Barbecue Pit

- Rating: 2.5/5 (164 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 6451 Old Beulah St Alexandria, VA 22315
- Categories: Barbecue, American (Traditional), Chicken Wings
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#12. Famous Dave's Bar-B-Que

- Rating: 3.5/5 (310 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 6630 Richmond Hwy Alexandria, VA 22306
- Categories: Barbecue, American (Traditional), Comfort Food
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#11. Pork Barrel BBQ

- Rating: 3.5/5 (556 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2312 Mt Vernon Ave Alexandria, VA 22301
- Categories: Barbecue
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#10. Johnny Mac's Rib Shack

- Rating: 3.5/5 (96 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 8526 Richmond Hwy Alexandria, VA 22309
- Categories: Barbecue, Burgers, Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt
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#9. Rocklands Barbeque and Grilling Company - Alexandria

- Rating: 4.0/5 (420 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 25 S Quaker Ln Alexandria, VA 22314
- Categories: Barbecue, Salad, Sandwiches
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#8. Gogi Friends

- Rating: 4.0/5 (157 reviews)
- Price level: $$$
- Address: 6231 Little River Turnpike Alexandria, VA 22312
- Categories: Korean, Cocktail Bars, Barbecue
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#7. Myron Mixon's Pitmaster Barbecue

- Rating: 4.0/5 (1071 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 220 N Lee St Alexandria, VA 22314
- Categories: Barbecue, Breakfast & Brunch
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#6. Sweet Fire Donna's

- Rating: 4.0/5 (849 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 510 John Carlyle St Alexandria, VA 22314
- Categories: Barbecue, American (New), Salad
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#5. Mission BBQ

- Rating: 4.0/5 (274 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 6482 Landsdowne Centre Dr Alexandria, VA 22315
- Categories: Barbecue
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#4. Chalkboard Wings & BBQ

- Rating: 4.0/5 (40 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 8723 Cooper Rd Alexandria, VA 22309
- Categories: Chicken Wings, Barbecue, Burgers
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#3. Smoking Kow BBQ - Alexandria

- Rating: 4.5/5 (438 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 3250 Duke St Alexandria, VA 22314
- Categories: Barbecue
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#2. Puzukan Korean BBQ

- Rating: 4.5/5 (73 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 6464 Landsdowne Centre Dr Alexandria, VA 22315
- Categories: Korean, Barbecue, Chicken Shop
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#1. Old Blue BBQ

- Rating: 4.5/5 (78 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 4580 Eisenhower Ave Alexandria, VA 22304
- Categories: Caterers, Barbecue, Food Delivery Services
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