New River Barbecue

Popped in for a pound of the pulled pork, tried the house gold and sweet bbq sauces…fantastic! Meat was moist with a hint of smoke! Definitely be back!

Picked this place off the net due to all 5 star reviews: the reviews are right.

Easy access on and off the interstate; the place is clean, bright and welcoming. The owners are super personable and friendly... and the brisket sandwiches were DELICIOUS. I used the sweet BBQ sauce, my wife mixed it with the spicy. Both ways are great. (Don't drown the brisket in sauce or you'll miss the great taste of the meat itself!)

We stopped on our way from Vermont to NC, and we're going to remember this place for the return trip AND for the next time we're driving down I-81 in these parts.

Fantastic brisket! I tried the pulled pork, chicken, and beef brisket, and they were all winners. As I was leaving with my takeout order and toddler in my arms, the guy running the place came from behind the counter to get the door for me. He is a class act.

We stopped for lunch at New River Barbecue during their first week of operation. Their lunch special (pulled pork sandwich, chips and drink) was a good deal. There was a generous helping of meat on the sandwich, and the meat was clean, moist and had nice flavor. Four sauces were available (sweet, vinegar-based, mustard-based, and spicy). The dining area was small but clean, and there was a small outdoor eating area. The menu has limited options but I look forward to trying their beef brisket and chicken!

Got 2 pounds of brisket for a birthday party. DAMN!!! That’s the best brisket I ever tasted. And everyone at the party agreed. NRV has a new BBQ master.