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VISION BBQ

4.3 (22)
$30 and under
Barbecue
249 Ridge McIntire Rd, Charlottesville, VA 22902

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VISION BBQ

4.3
$30 and under
Barbecue
Charlottesville

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for groups
  • Great for happy hour
Since opening in early 2021, Vision BBQ & Catering has been serving Charlottesville, VA, with exceptional Southern-style craft barbecue. Indulge in mouthwatering pulled pork, brisket, house-made sausages, and delectable smoked chicken, and a wide verity of sides all prepared by actual chefs from scratch. Beyond being a beloved barbecue, wing and hamburger destination, we're also a vibrant sports bar and a versatile mobile caterer, perfect for any event. Enjoy our lively atmosphere with ample outdoor seating, whether you're grabbing a quick lunch or settling in for the evening. Discover why we're more than just a restaurant; we're a community hub.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Barbecue, Southern, Sports Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Neighborhood
    Charlottesville
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • $12 Tuesdays!

    1 - 8 people

    Multiple dates available
    $12 Tuesdays! 5pm-9pm Smash Burger+Fries Pork Sandwich+Fries Pork Plate Fries & Slaw - Dine in only
    $12 Tuesdays! Photo
  • Wing Wednesday!

    1 - 8 people

    Multiple dates available
    Wing Wednesday! 3pm-7pm Try the Facemelter Hot Sauce $2 Off 6 Wings $4 PBR
    Wing Wednesday! Photo
  • Trivia Night!

    1 - 8 people

    Multiple dates available
    Trivia Night - Thursday at 7pm Grab your friends, build your team, test your general knowledge and join us at Vision BBQ for a night of fun! General Trivia Questions with TelAplay Entertainment Win a $50 Gift Certificate
    Trivia Night! Photo

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at VISION BBQ.

4.3

4.3
(22)
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 4.2Value

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22 Reviews
  1. Mike Gold

    Washington DC201 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 24, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My wife, college age son, and I had a phenomenal time at Vision BBQ. The boy and I ordered Burnt End Plates, which were tremendous. I'm not a huge Mac and Cheese fan, but it was delicious. My wife ordered a Smoked Chicken Plate, and she really enjoyed it. Her cornbread was fantastic. The Hand Cut Fries were also tremendous. We had the best time! The Menu is wonderful, but I'm going to have a hard time ordering anything other than Burnt Ends next time. Thanks to all who made it a wonderful evening with our son.

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  2. Celeste

    Greater Boston2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 18, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Barbecue was the best I have ever eaten! The staff were welcoming. I would highly recommend Vision Barbecue.

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  3. Charles

    Washington DC1 review

    2.0

    Dined on September 1, 2026

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    If you must go, the Mac and cheese is the star of the show. I went at 7:30 so who knows how long the ribs and brisket had been sitting but they had seen better days; hopefully. Brisket was not trimmed (2/3” fat cap) but it did its best to render. Ribs were dry and one of the two was the end (all those tiny bones that shouldn’t be served to customers). The ambiance had the makings to be a good restaurant (low rent in a strip mall; little/tired decor) but nope. 2 meat plater with a beer was $38 plus tip. Finally, website said comedy open mic started at 7:30; it actually started at 8:30. This spot might hit well for lunch when the bbq might be a little fresher, but don’t expect value or bbq above the mission bbq level.

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  4. Michael

    Richmond6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on August 2, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great meal and a great time, the cheesesteak was amazing

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  5. Sarah Gold

    Richmond30 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on July 20, 2026

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Love bbq but this was truly horrible. My ribs were cold and dry. The greens had huge stalks in them and were basically inedible. My wife’s brisket was dry. Had to ask 4 times for the beer I ordered. Will not go back.

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  6. Amanda

    Richmond1 review

    1.0

    Dined on June 22, 2026

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Poor food. Bland bbq. Abysmal nachos. Small portions. Distracted staff.

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  7. Ronee

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 16, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Everything was delicious! Definitely recommend to anyone who likes good BBQ. The Mac and cheese was some of the best ever.

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  8. Alex

    Richmond1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 6, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We really enjoyed the food and our server! Such an awesome local business

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  9. Jessica Gold

    Washington DC1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 2, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and friendly staff. We did trivia night, which was fun to do in addition to a family dinner with friends.

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  10. Donna

    New York City10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 30, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server was sweet and the food was great. Got there too late for brisket, so we will have to come back.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Barbecue, Southern, Sports Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Neighborhood
    Charlottesville
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Yes, the menu includes a named Vegetarian Option, the Fried Chicken Sandwich is marked “Chicken is GF, ” and a Gluten Free Bun is offered; guests also note plenty of gluten-free choices.

Yes, VISION BBQ offers ample outdoor seating, and guests report being seated outside when requested.

VISION BBQ feels like a casual, lively sports‑bar smokehouse, open layout, big booths and bar seating, with the huge smokers out front adding to the energetic, family‑friendly vibe.

Casual dress, comfortable, everyday clothing is appropriate; nothing formal is expected.

For a quieter visit, VISION BBQ often runs slow on Sunday evenings (guests reported arriving around 5–5:30 pm with very few other tables); Saturday afternoons/lunches also get praise for quick service.

VISION BBQ features an open dining room with large booths, a full bar, and ample outdoor seating, a casual, sports-bar layout with plenty of tables and parking out front.

Yes, VISION BBQ is family-friendly: guests describe a spacious layout with large booths, a welcoming vibe for families, and kid-friendly touches like games (Chick-Tac-Toe).

Yes, VISION BBQ has a bar and serves alcoholic drinks; guests mention ordering beers at the bar and enjoying beers on tap.

VISION BBQ lists explicit meat quantities, plates are offered in 6–9 oz options, The Feed Pail is a full pound, and guests report generous portions on the 6–8 oz selections.

Yes, guests report VISION BBQ participates in Restaurant Week (the restaurant-week menu was called a fantastic deal) and also hosts in-house events like trivia night.

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VISION BBQ

4.3
$30 and under
Barbecue
Charlottesville

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Experiences are available.
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