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Rocky Mount Bar-B-Q House

10113 Jefferson Ave, Newport News, VA 23605-1046
757-596-0243
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Ranked #44 of 272 restaurants in Newport News
Cuisines: Barbecue
Good for: Child-friendly
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner
Restaurant details
Good for: Child-friendly
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner
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Yorktown, Virginia
Top Contributor
88 reviews 88 reviews
70 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 38 cities Reviews in 38 cities
36 helpful votes 36 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2013

This is kind of a tough review for me since I really like Rocky Mount Bar-B-Q which has been around for sixty plus years, but truthfully, the food and service and sort of what you would expect - nothing exceptional. Don't get me wrong, I like the place and will stop there again, but it is simply not that amazing.... More

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Newport News, Virginia
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15 reviews 15 reviews
12 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 August 2012

Ate here with the Hubby and a friend. The waitress was very nice and funny, had all of us laughing a few times. Service was quick and the food came out steaming. I had a few side dishes, all of which were delicious and tasted homemade. Hubby and our friend had BBQ, both said it was very good. Will be... More

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rockymount1, Owner at Rocky Mount Bar-B-Q House, responded to this review
13 August 2012

Thank you for the great review. The staff works really hard to remain consistent with the traditions of great food and friendly service since we began in 1953. Thank you for acknowledging your experience with us! I really appreciate your time and thanks again for choosing and enjoying Rocky Mount BBQ! More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 June 2012

This place has something for everyone . I eat here often I Love the fact that you have many side dishes to choose from . I often eat light but , it never fails that I end up getting a dessert. The sweet tea is very good. Overall is a great place to eat . That's why I keep coming... More

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Allegany, New York
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31 reviews 31 reviews
14 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 May 2012

Pleasant staff, good food, great prices. What more could you ask for?

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See 8 more reviews by armydadof2 for Newport News
Newport News
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6 reviews 6 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 April 2012

this place and Don's are bye far the best places in Newport news for BBQ

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Allegany, New York
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31 reviews 31 reviews
14 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2012

The staff was the friendliest I've seen anywhere in a very long time. They must have a lot of regulars as they were calling some of the customers by name. Made the visit feels very down-home. Food was good, although I prefer Famous Dave's Bar-B-Que sauces but everyone has their own tastes. Would stop again when in the area.

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Williamsburg, Virginia
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65 reviews 65 reviews
60 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 February 2012

I don't order anything else from this establishment besides the BBQ ribs. The ribs here are extra juicy and they just seem to fall off the bone. I also like their BBQ vinegar sauce. I use this as a dipping sauce for my ribs. My mouth is watering as i type this review.

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Yorktown, VA
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5 reviews 5 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 September 2011

I have been to this restaurant twice now and plan to make it a habit! I have had the chopped BBQ--tasty--w/ the vinegar-based sauce, and I've had the fried chicken livers. The chicken livers weren't as good as my grandma's, but I don't suppose everyone cooks in bacon fat. I love having so many sides to choose from and especially... More

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Virginia Beach, Virginia
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11 reviews 11 reviews
7 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 September 2011

i was completely unimpressed. I didn't like the food and the service left more to be desired.

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Edmond, OK
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136 reviews 136 reviews
82 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 49 cities Reviews in 49 cities
61 helpful votes 61 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 June 2011 via mobile

On vacation my family and went here based on the reviews and the fact they had won a Best in the Area award. The food was not worth the money. The chopped beef was bland, stringy and unapealing. I was expecting Carolina style pulled pork but this lacked flavor all around. Ribs were fatty, hardly any meat on them and... More

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