
When you’re in the mood for BBQ, you’ll find some amazing local spots in the Sterling area. Start your search with this list of our four go-to picks for everything from juicy ribs to sweet cornbread.
4 Best BBQ Places Near Sterling, VA
1. The Pit Stop
The Pit Stop in Sterling served smoked meats by the pound including ribs, rib tips, pork, chicken, and brisket. You can also get any of those options on a sandwich. Fried fish, fried wings, side dishes, and desserts are also sold at this local mainstay.
The Pit Stop is located at 46230 Cranston St. It’s open Thursday through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. or until everything sells out. If you’re interested in takeout, you can call ahead to preorder your favorites.
2. Carolina Brothers Pit Barbecue
Hop in your Chevy and take the 5-minute drive to Ashburn to dine at Carolina Brothers. This casual restaurant offers Eastern Carolina-style barbecue with covered patio seating. Carolina Brothers is a family business that’s been in the area for more than a decade. Choose between ribs, pork, beef, chicken, or brisket, then decide if you want a sandwich or the classic platter with two sides.
Party packs and catering are also available. Carolina Brothers is located at 20702 Ashburn Rd. It’s open from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and until 8 p.m on Friday and Saturday.
3. Mookie’s
This barbecue spot is a popular choice less than 10 miles from Sterling in Great Falls. Mookie’s serves both sandwiches and platters with a variety of signature sauces. You’ll find smoked sausage, smoked turkey, burnt ends, pulled chicken, and much more. Don’t miss the sampler, which lets you try several menu items at an affordable price.
Mookie’s is located at 1141 Walker Rd. It’s open Tuesday through Sunday from 11 a.m .to 8 p.m.
4. Odd Barbecue
Also about 10 miles from Sterling, Odd Barbecue is located in nearby Chantilly. The menu features barbecue sandwiches with smoked pork belly, beef chuck, chopped pork, and other meats. You can order chili bowls, rice bowls, platters, sides, and snacks. This is also one of the few barbecue restaurants with plant-based sausage on the menu.
Odd Barbecue is open Monday through Thursday from 11:30 a.m. to 8 p.m, Friday and Saturday until 9 p.m., and Sunday until 7 p.m. It’s located at 4520 Daly Dr. Plan a party or invite friends to watch the game and order their meats by weight for an easy, delicious meal.
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