Honestly I used 2 really like this place 4 BBQ in NY but it kind of seems the Quality of the actual BBQ is slipping. The Brisket was really Dry & Slathered in Sauce so was the Pulled Pork. The Chicken was on Point still Moist & didn't need any sauce. All of the sides were pretty good except for me the collard greens were too sweet but I'm sure that's just preference. Maybe it was an off-day I will definitely be giving them another shot but I was not pleased

Virgil's reminds me of a Famous Dave's with an upstairs and a bar. The prices are very reasonable and they do offer family shared meals. For family eats and cute pop music this is the place. The patrons were friendly and staff waited on you hand and foot. I ate everything on my plate and used a mix of their BBQ sauces. Nice place in the City that is right off of the main roads in Time Square.

The service was friendly and accommodating but the food baaabbbyyyyy!! I asked the waiter about the wings and he confidently replied "they're the best in New York" and he ain't lie for a second. I fancy myself a wing connoisseur and I have NEVER had wings this good. My only error was getting the small order. I will not make that mistake again. My mom had the fried chicken and it was also delicious!!! The lemonade was on point too.

Had lunch here and sat outside. Ordered two wings with two ribs and Mac and cheese and roasted broccoli. The sides were awesome however the wings were very salty. I did enjoy the ribs and it was plenty of food. The service was terrific. I had a frozen lemonade without alcohol and it was very delciious. I enjoyed my meal however food was over salted and that made it harder to enjoy while overall it was good. Chicken was really the only issue. Nice to sit outside but homeless man a few feet away was awkward. Has good offers for happy hour weekdays

I had been eating in a few different BBQ restaurants in NYC. This was pretty close to the Time Square, I was lucky to get a table after having a pint of IPA at the bar table. They had a good list of IPAs and beers. As usual, I am a big fan of the BBQ beef brisket and pork ribs. The brisket was tender and the portion was reasonable. It had good marbling though. Sauce was not enough but they got three bottles of sauces on the table., The mild BBQ, BBQ with heat (I tried, but it was far away from spicy) and the mango one. Rib was good and tender....I ordered 1/2 lb and I got 6 bones. My friend found them too burnt, but I got used to it..it was a signature of having a nice barbie. Sides were all good and no complaints at all. Will definitely revisit again.

My sister's and I got together on Friday and it was all that and a bag of chips! The service was excellent. Our server (I forgot her name) beautiful young lady with cornbraids, almost Caramel complexion, about 25 years old was just the sweetest thing. And she had great suggestions for cocktails and food We all enjoyed our food and the frozen margaritas with the added flavor was delicious. We haven't been here in a couple of years but we will definitely return before the year is out.

A restaurant just off Time Square. We did not have reservations and were able to sit down at the table right away. The portions were adequate, but we did not like the food very much. The pulled chicken had quite a distinct and spicy taste.

Our waitress was amazing, very helpful and had knowledge of everything on the menu, the drinks were amazing and the burgers are to die for. Prices were great, atmosphere relaxed and our food came out in a timely manner, overall great experience dining there

Wonderful place, well located in New York, almost on the corner with Time Square, delicious food (I couldn't eat what I ordered because the sandwich that comes with pork belly was so big) excellent service at night! We went to celebrate my husband's birthday and we were treated very well. Not to mention the care and attention they gave me for being allergic to seafood! When we come back to New York we will definitely come back here! We loved!

Another great google find for “BBQ”. Staff super friendly and Atmosphere very nice. Tables were nice with big red napkins, more like wash clothes. The men’s restrooms as cool as it looked like beer kegs as urinals. I had the half chicken and brisket with side salad. I can’t have the sauce any any longer which I’m not happy about. The half chicken was super moist and delicious. The brisket needs sauce so not as enjoyable but no issue if you can have the sauce. I got a small sample of the moist pulled pork with Vinegar overtones. Over all, I highly suggest if you are in the area, Virgil’s Real BBQ shouldn’t disappoint you.

we were meeting up with a relative who was in nyc for a school project. as he had traveled far (he lived in Southern California), we had wanted to take him to a restaurant that served more than enough food. One of the choices was BBQ and NYC has many of these places. We normally have one in mind but since we found out late that we were meeting up, it was no longer available. Anyway, we were able to make a reservation at another place were we also take out visiting guests and it in the heart of Times Square. We have been to Virgils Real BBQ more than a few times and there is a branch near where we live though it's only for take out and delivery. As we set out for the restaurant, the rainy weather continued and luckily, we were properly dressed with accompanying umbrellas. As we entered the restaurant, the reception quickly seated us even if we were still incomplete. I think that's a plus as most if not all restaurants require that everyone in your party is there. They seated us by the window and our guest arrived as we quickly looked at the menu. We had already decided that we would get a dish from the Pitmaster Platter. These meats are smoked in-house at a low temperature over indirect heat up to 10 hrs with a unique mix of hickory, oak and fruit woods that impart the most flavor. The Pig Out Platter consisted of Memphis style pork spare rib, Sliced Texan beef brisket, Carolina pulled pork and 1/4 BBQ chicken. For the free sides, we got coleslaw, fries and Mac & Cheese. Our guest was going to order though our waitress mentioned the meal was actually good for 3. So, we just ordered additional sodas. As we waited for our meal, we did notice that even the 2nd floor was filling up. Luckily, the place was pretty spacious so tables were far apart. Our meal then arrived and we hungrily started to eat. How was the meal? As mentioned, we had eaten here more than a few times and this was the first time we found the servings a bit dry. The ribs were not though they made up about 25% of the meal. Our guest though seemed to enjoy the food as he kept on eating. The fries and coleslaw was pretty good. For dessert, we initially ordered chocolate cake and banana pudding but they were out of the cake so our guest got a vanilla shake instead. The banana pudding was delicious. It was fresh banana caramel and pastry cream, layered with nilly wafers and fresh whipped cream. Was expecting it to be sweet but it was not. All in all, meal was just OK. Considering we have had this before, it was a disappointment that the meats were not as good as we remember. As mentioned, our guest did enjoy everything including his vanilla shake though I would guess he was just very hungry.

Listen, you don’t go to NYC for BBQ so it’s no surprise I was highly unimpressed with the food. The only thing I found somewhat appetizing were the trash fries, which I could get from anywhere. The hush puppies were ok. My daughter didn’t know eat her rib’s because they were dry and flavorless. The food was pricey and not worth the high cost imo. I did like how you have to show vaccinations before being seated

The food was awful not real barbeque, There was too much Barbeque sauce on the meat. The catfish fingers are not cooked enough. It was not what I expected for a barbeque restaurant. The coleslaw was not good the macaroni and cheese was fair and it was not homemade as the waiter said it was.

I came to Virgil’s for NYC Restaurant Week For their $30 lunch special which includes an appetizer, entrée, and dessert. I had Train wreck fries 5/5 I/4 Rack Memphis Style Pork Ribs (4/5) with two sides and cornbread(I chose the Mac and cheese 5/5 and collard greens 3.75) Cornbread 3/5 Banana Pudding (3.8/5) The Mac and cheese was cheesy and creamy. I can’t stop thinking about it. The train wreck fries were super yummy and filling. Couldn’t even finish my entree, let alone the dessert. I also had $5 frozen margarita which is part of their happy hour, which was strong and a nice size.This place is huge perfect for large parties escape silly since it’s two floors, and for sport game, and happy hour

Virgil's BBQ on 42 is an absolute must-visit, and here's why: their biscuit paired with their famous sweet butter is an unrivaled delight that keeps me coming back every time. The ambiance exudes a fantastic vibe, setting the perfect tone for a delightful dining experience. Moreover, the service is consistently outstanding, making each visit memorable. If you haven't tried their biscuit with sweet butter yet, you're missing out on a taste sensation that's second to none. A definite recommendation for anyone seeking exceptional food, great ambiance, and top-notch service!

Was disappointed by the overall experience. Personally my food was tasty the second time around after having to send all our party of 4’s food back initially. On return the other 3 did not enjoy their food, felt let down and disappointed after reading previous 5* glowing reviews. May have just been unlucky but would not return.

The staff was friendly and gave good service from the hosts to the servers. The food was good and flavorful. The beer battered onion rings were on point. The blackened chicken and steak was tasty. The burgers were juicy and delicious. Overall, it was a pleasant dining experience for our foray to NYC.

I don’t often visit the city but when I do, I’m ONLY eating here from now on!!! Probably the best Mac and cheese I’ve ever had, amazing BBQ sauce, amazing mashed potatoes and they gave me 2 pickles on the side that I didn’t know came with my meal and I LOVE pickles!! Hot towel after eating was awesome and we had THE best waitress I’ve ever had in my life. I told her that when I left, I only wish I had gotten her name! She was a shorter middle aged woman with glasses and a tattoo sleeve! Loved her! Try this place if you have the chance!!

Pretty darn good bbq. I’m a Texas native. The brisket was tasty. The service was kind. The slaw had the right amount of vinegar and the potato salad was perfect. Recommend highly

Our server Erin was fantastic. The food was delicious. The cornbread was so amazing and unique. BBQ nachos were out of this world. Atmosphere was very comfortable. Prices were very reasonable for the Manhattan location.

Busy bar, loud like a bar, lol ok if you are having fun with friends. crowded most times not great waiting areas before you are seated. Prices are reasonable, good portions. Nice menu options. Food tasty but not falling off the bone, Chicken over done and too chared for my taste. Hostesses need a raise they work hard running back and forth, need better bussers that keep up the pace. Overall it's a decent place to have barbecue. Drinks excellent

Excellent as always! Please try the catfish bites. I've been coming here for years, and never had a bad meal. Please keep up your greatness Virgil's! 🙏🏿🍷🎉🍺👍👍👏👏💯. Thank you Shannon and Alicia for a great dining experience.

Friendly welcoming staff greeted us at the door! We stopped in for a happy hour "cocktail" at the bar, so glad we did. We tried the "Fall off the porch" cocktail along with a few others. And then decided to try a few happy hour appetizers - Cajun fries, pork quesadilla and BBQ chicken sliders. Highly recommend the pork quesadilla and Cajun fries! The fries have great flavor and are paired with a cilantro crema. They were so good we devoured before we could even get a picture. The pork quesadilla are paired with pica de gallo and sourc cream. The atmosphere is low key BBQ memorabilia.

The same flavor is used between the dry rub, so having different cuts of meat all taste the same. While no dish feels particularly heavy, the portions can be big, so I recommend picking one cut and a side for sharing

War richtig gut, tolles Ambiente für Menschen die gerne Sport schauen und sehr leckeres Essen. Die Portionen waren echt üppig. Unseren Kellner muss ich besonderst hervorheben. Er war super nett und war wirklich ein Meister seines Fachs. Andrew 🥰

Service was great, food was average and beer was really sad. Our waitress was really friendly, but visibly doing more work than she should. Food wasn’t anything special. Everything that had sauce looked a little artificial. And, for last, beer was VERY sad — without any foam and looking like soda. This would be unacceptable in most parts of the world (and even New York!), but apparently it was normal and every other table had similarly sad beers. The ambiance was cheerful and this place has a nice history. Unfortunately I may have visited in a bad day, but until next visit it was a 3 star experience.

The place had an amazing midwestern theme atmosphere. Really great bar and lots of seating! The food was pretty good, except for the hushpuppies. They tasted bland and didn't have enough flavor. Staff was friendly and constantly checking on you. The pricing is higher for the amount of food they do serve.

The food in this restaurant is delicious, I think it's been many years since I've eaten such good food. I went with my friends and we ordered smoked meat, it was wonderfully delicious, the service at the restaurant is great, the atmosphere is extremely pleasant, the staff are very attentive, very well located, good drinks, all the foods on the menu are delicious. I think everyone should go to this restaurant at least once. this gastronomic experience in New York is really worth living. I highly recommend 10/10.

Very delicious food and amazing service. I had BBQ pork ribs. They were nice but a bit dry, but using spicy bbq sauce made it so much nicer. I loved the roasted Brussels sprouts! They were amazing. Fries were nice, too. I also loved the freshly squeeze lemonade.

Wow ! This restaurant and the service was the absolute best! When you come please ask for David he is attentive and give the best recommendations. We came before going to watch a show and shared the pick 2 combo with BBQ ribs and pulled pork and it did not disappoint. Also tried the Berry Smash drink and it was DELICIOUS!! We will definitely be back! Thank you David for the great recommendations and service you were the best!

One of the best bbq I have had in a long time. It was so good that I had to go back and have it again for the second time. They also have the best bbq hot sauce. The staff was very helpful and friendly. I had the chicken sandwich the first time and the chicken plate second round and they both was very flavorful and yummy. Definitely you must try if you are in nyc. Also the brisket out of this world.

We stopped in to enjoy happy hour. The food was delicious. My husband ordered the brisket melt and I had the pork tacos. Order fries, they’re delicious.The drink was just okay. The vibes of the place is nice. Multiple TVs.

The dining experience was absolutely delicious 😋. The service was great. I really enjoyed my drink the most! "Falling Off The Porch" Sorry the picture doesn't have all the food...lol we started eating and then remembered to take the pic. Let me say, I don't know the chef that made the Collard Greens, but they were awesome!! And I don't eat collards just anywhere. That's how good the food was.

Service was good here and food was quick to come, great presentation but overall taste was much more bland than I expected. Definitely not the best BBQ in New York.

Let me tell you something baby. These people can throw down! I was a little afraid because it was southern cooking by some northerners but they held their own. Drinks are strong and you get a great amount. Customer service is superb, some of the sweetest servers EVER. Very attentive. They WILL try to offer you someone for every course though so don't fall into the trap if you dont wanna spend, but if you do, it'll be worth it.

The best bbq ever. I come here Everytime I'm in New York.

Cute little spot in time square but in order to eat there you must be vaccinated and show proof of vaccination to enter which blows because not everyone in my party was vaccinated. Don’t waste your time you have other options in time square.

Virgil’s Barbecue in NYC is our new favorite go-to Barbecue Place. Flavorful & Fantastic Food! Yordy is such a great waiter! Patiently explaining items I would not ordinarily try. So glad I did. We Loved Everything!!! You will too.

Awesome chow! Ribs to die for! Waitress was outstanding and friendly

Absolutely awesome experience! Quick service, great service, and incredible food. Do the Pig Out if you have 2 with an appetite. You will not regret coming here.