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Mr. Barbecue - Steakhouse in Winston-Salem, North Carolina

Mr. Barbecue

4.3 (1253 reviews)

1381 Peters Creek Pkwy, Winston-Salem, NC 27103

Barbecue restaurant
Restaurant

About Mr. Barbecue - steak house in Winston-Salem, North Carolina

Casual Southern BBQ joint since 1962, serving smoked-meat platters, classic sides & sandwiches.

Customer Review Summary

Mr. Barbecue has received mixed reviews from customers. Some diners experienced long waits and poor service, with unwelcoming staff and cold, subpar food, notably the old banana pudding. On the other hand, many praised the quality of the barbecue, particularly the tender pork and flavorful sides like slaw and hush puppies. Portion sizes are generally considered generous and reasonably priced, with a good dining atmosphere. The catering services were highlighted positively, with successful events and professional handling. Overall, while the food quality is appreciated, consistency is an issue, and service needs improvement.

Key Features

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Delivery
  • Drive-through
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Great dessert
  • Great tea selection

Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates

Dining options

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Catering
  • Counter service
  • Dessert
  • Seating

Amenities

  • Restroom

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Historic

Crowd

  • Family-friendly
  • Groups
  • Tourists

Payments

  • Checks
  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Children

  • Good for kids
  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu

Parking

  • Free parking lot
  • Free street parking

Customer Reviews

Rating Distribution

4.3 out of 5
5
790
4
251
3
89
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43
1
80
Based on 1253 reviews

mark key

When I went in there were 3 girls behind the counter just talking. After standing there for a considerable time I had to ask one of them if I could order. When my food was brought out a lot of the fries fell out of the tray and not replaced. The BBQ on the sandwich was large chunks and not very well chopped. The slaw and the hushpuppies were great. Needless to say I was disappointed. Not the usual great food that I have always had in the past

D B

5 months ago

Got the chopped plate and sliced plate with collard greens coleslaw potato salad and fried okra. Greens and okra we're good. Tater salad and slaw we're average. Pork was EXCELLENT! So common to get dryish pork and then it's compensated by slaw and sauce but this was not the case pork was perfectly tender and juicy. Line at the drive-thru was not super fast (~10-15 mins w/ 5-7 cars) but what do you expect when their food is this good and would you want to wait less time for lesser quality food LOL And each of those plates was $10.70 for two sides plus hush puppies!!! (Enough for 2 people IMO) Will definitely be swinging by next time I'm in town and definitely recommend!

T D

10 months ago

UPDATE! ARE you more concerned with the score or the quality of food? I gave what I gave. Your front ladies were not friendly and they didn't give me a receipt nor did they thank me for my order. Again I say this was a first!!!! This is the first time I was given old banana pudding. It was dark and tasted very old. I've never eaten anything like that before from them. Very disappointed. Also the food was cold.

Adam H

10 months ago

They did a fantastic job catering a wedding welcome party at Incendiary Brewery. The coordinator, James, handled everything, and we were able to meet in person to discuss our needs. The staff was professional, and everything went off without a hitch. Our entire guest list of almost 90 had a great time, and mentioned throughout the night how they liked the food. I’d recommend them for catering in the future.

Chuck F

I used to work on Peter's Creek Parkway back in the 90s and would come here for lunch 3 to 4 times a week. I have since moved away but come every time I come back to Winston-Salem. After all these years, the food taste exactly the same delicious! So nice to see a local business stay in business this long. This is truly an iconic Winston Salem restaurant.

Laura Lovato

Lots of food - portions are good. Had the brisket, mashed potatoes, and cole slaw. Cole slaw and the hush puppies were good. Brisket just wasn't that great. Not sure maybe we just got an off batch so will try again, but just seemed undercooked for brisket - really chewy - not the fall apart texture i like for brisket. I don't eat meat often (though my husband does), so if I'm getting something I'd like it to be really good. Will try one more time and update! Service was great - people were really nice, and it's a comfortable place to hang out and have a meal

Nina Thomas

All time favorite delicious fried flounder, juicy BBQ chicken, scrumptious brisket, love all the sides then best banana pudding ooooo and coconut pie. Amazing customer hospitality. Fast service, love the atmosphere. We dine in and drive thru. I highly recommend!

Kaley Elliott

Mr. Barbecue on Peters Creek Parkway in Winston-Salem offers a delightful taste of classic Southern barbecue. The smoky flavor of their pulled pork is exceptional, and the ribs are tender and fall-off-the-bone good. The sides, especially the coleslaw and baked beans, complement the meal perfectly. The casual, no-frills atmosphere is inviting, and the staff is friendly and attentive. While it can get busy during peak hours, the food is well worth the wait. Overall, a great spot for barbecue lovers looking for hearty, flavorful dishes!

Location

Contact Information

Hours of Operation

Friday 10:30 AM–8 PM
Monday 10:30 AM–8 PM
Saturday 10:30 AM–8 PM
Sunday Closed
Thursday 10:30 AM–8 PM
Tuesday 10:30 AM–8 PM
Wednesday 10:30 AM–8 PM

Price Range

$10–20