BBQ Exchange

We got pork, chicken, ribs and brisket. The brisket may have been my favorite. The sauces were outstanding. The highlight of our meal was the fried green tomatoes. I could have eaten another whole order. Everything was very good, although I wasn't blown away by the pork. A must try if you're in the area, or even close by.

Being a huge fan of NC style bbq, I found this to be a little bland tasting. Having to mix and match sauces to make it flavorful just didn't work for me. But, for VA this was ok bbq. The hushpuppies and corn bread were very good as also the bbq bun. The cole slaw was decent. The place was very clean and they had a good system in place to handle the lunch time business. I probably would stop there again just to try to get a different mix on the sauce.

Unreal good. I have been to quite a few BBQ places in my time, but BBQ Exchange is one of the best I have ever been too.

All of there meats are so good and rich in flavor that you don't even need sauce. It is all so tender and smoky, that it literally melts in your mouth. But here is the kicker: they also have amazing sauces. Quality meat and quality sauce makes for an outstanding combo. (I personally recommend the pork belly - changed my life!)

There sides and bread options are out of this world as well. They really do think everything through and execute it all to perfection. Many options (both fried foods and salads) so you can always get something new.

The service is very friendly. This isn't your fancy bbq snob joint. They are friendly and are proud of what they put out. No table service. You order from the line and take your meal to your table. Most of the food is kept on the line, but special orders are shouted out to the kitchen "Waffle House" style.

The ambiance is what you want from a BBQ place - country style. As I said, there is no table service, so it's paper towels at the table and plastic fork and knife. It is family friendly and a "typical" bbq place.

Great food + great staff + great atmosphere = 5 stars. Check it out.