Allman's Bar-B-Que in Fredericksburg, VA, is a standout destination for Southern BBQ lovers. Nestled at 1299 Emancipation Hwy, this cozy joint has garnered enthusiastic reviews from patrons eager to sing its praises. Diners are welcomed with warm hospitality—a recurring theme noted by many, like Rennae, who described the staff as "jubilant and welcoming." The atmosphere is vibrant, adding to the overall experience, making guests feel right at home.
Signature dishes like the pulled chicken sandwich and smoky ribs capture the essence of authentic Southern barbecue. Reviews highlight the generous portions and mouthwatering flavors, with Dallas Tarkenton reminiscing about fond memories tied to the restaurant. Jeff N, a self-proclaimed BBQ aficionado, raves about the diverse menu, stating that, while the fries were merely "okay," everything else was exceptional.
Don't miss out on their famous desserts, particularly the bread pudding and banana pudding, that leave diners craving more. With quick service and a clean, retro vibe, Allman's Bar-B-Que isn’t just a meal; it's a nostalgic journey through Southern flavors that invites everyone to indulge and make lasting memories. This BBQ gem deserves a visit—just be prepared for the possibility of crowds, as word of its excellence continues to spread!
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Service options
Has outdoor seating
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
No delivery
Highlights
Has fast service
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves coffee
Serves comfort food
Quick bite
Serves vegetarian dishes
Dining options
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Has catering
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Historic
Crowd
Popular with tourists
Popular with university students
Planning
Doesn't accept reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs available
Has kids' menu
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking
Pets
Dogs allowed outside
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Reviews For Allman's Bar-B-Que
Rob Badger
May 17,2025
What a fantastic authentic southern BBQ joint! Portions are generous. They crank out the orders quickly and everyone has such a welcoming energy. I had the pulled chicken sandwich with coleslaw and it was just like I remember from my childhood. Love the nostalgia!
Rennae
May 13,2025
I cannot adequately describe how much we enjoyed eating at this bbq joint! At first glance and pulling up into the small lil parking area, we thought: "...ummm this may turn out to be a bust, there's only one couple inside and there are no other cars..." We went inside a we went inside and immediately immediately upon entrance the ladies at the counter that were at the cashier were told jubilant and welcoming and we apologize for being laid of which they just said applauded us and say well better late than never the energy Day show was so great we sat down they came they take out order they were so accommodating with suggestions and the favorites of the restaurant these ladies were vibrant they were very welcoming I may say they were like very very accommodating and welcoming the food came out the portion of the food was massive and the presentation was amazing and we started to eat with our eyes first which is always a good thing because you don't have to question what the plate is full of so then we will our mouths were watering and we tasted the food and we just looked at each other and we was speechless like OMG everything is good we ordered the three sides and a meat we ordered the ribs which were Smokey you can see the pink ring in it the Smoke Ring we ordered the coleslaw we ordered greens which were they were spicy green they were the pool they were the bomb they were on point and we ordered some string beans which we just kept eating we should play and we divide that food and we were stuffed and then we actually and the whole and as people were coming in the crowd was jubilant it was filling up she was those two girls there they were taking orders over the phone they were taking care of the dining people they were doing the to go and we were not waiting at all they were still like coming over asking us if everything was okay like a great waiters do this place was amazing by the time we left there we had ordered oh we had dessert we ordered the bread pudding which was amazing and we ordered the banana pudding which was off the charts good we had a wonderful time at this place if I can give it 10 10 stars for the hospitality the food and the service I will give it 10 whole stars please visit is the girls are amazing they're the hostess with the mostest and actually I took my mom back the next day for brunch and she loved it just as much as I did same Vibe same good food it was wonderful please visit this place please and the girls are amazing again it is the spot to be in I hope I'm not blowing it up too much because I don't want to have to wait in a long line after blowing this up thanks and please go there the people are amazing!
Taylor Sanico
May 2,2025
Great food! Attentive wait staff, food came out quickly. Clean, retro vibes. GET THE STEW!!
Dallas Tarkenton
May 2,2025
Over a decade ago I attended school at UMW. My father and I ate here all the time when he visited and as a true southern man he always called it “the last stop of good southern BBQ”. To this day it holds true. From the nostalgic interior, always friendly service, and plain and simple good pork BBQ, Allman’s not only deserves all the praise in the world but has a special spot in our family.
Jeff N
Apr 3,2025
Born and raised in KC, then lived in Texas for 20 years, so I’m a bit of a BBQ snob. Allmans BBQ is honestly a great place that has good everything. I say that because we tried just about everything being it was our first time here. Maybe the fries are just ok but literally everything else was amazing food wise. Staff? Oh yeah, top notch. Attentive, quick to get things and just overall an awesome experience. I am fully on board with this spot.
Eric S
Mar 29,2025
Just grabbed some ribs and sandwich to go. The ribs had some overcooked tips and silver skin... But they still tasted amazing! 5 stars because I ordered a full "rack" of ribs. I got a full rack. Surprisingly busy for a Wednesday, but the ladies working were Awesome! I will definitely stop by again!
Sharon Siepel
Mar 28,2025
Friendly prompt service. Generous portions. Delicious barbecue. Loved the coleslaw and onion rings. Tasty sauces. Fresh ice tea. Highly recommend. We will be repeat customers!
De Anne Vaughan
Mar 19,2025
Allman’s BBQ is always a must when I’m back in Virginia from Florida—it’s one of my favorite places to eat! This time I had the Allman’s Platter with brisket, baked beans, and coleslaw. The brisket was tender and smoky, the beans were hearty and full of flavor, and the slaw was fresh and crisp. Great food, great tradition. It just feels like home every time I visit.
Reviews For Allman's Bar-B-Que