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DCITY SMOKEHOUSE

(5.0 Score)
203 Florida Avenue NorthWest,
Washington, DC 20001 Directions

Since 2013

Specialities:

✓Smoked Wings Combo ✓Brisket ✓Turkey Breast ✓Pulled Pork ✓Pork Belly ✓Half Smoke ✓Rib Tips ✓Spare Ribs ✓DCity Pit Smoked Wings ✓Meaty Palmer ✓Brisket Champ ✓Original Pulled Pork ✓Smokehouse Melt ✓Tommy Gun ✓DCity Half Smoke ✓Big Snoop

" DCity Smokehouse serves sandwiches, combo platters, vegetarian sides, beer, wine, and bourbon in a spacious dining area. This black-owned business has been serving BBQ in DC for nearly 12 years. DCity Smokehouse has been recognized as one of the top 15 BBQ joints in America. DCity Smokehouse focuses on affordable, high-quality meals with Southern soul food influences. They prioritize freshness, sustainability, and supporting local vendors. Their award-winning brisket and ribs are smoked for 8-10 hours, and their famous wings and coleslaw are made fresh daily. They also offer full-service catering and large party packages. Their event planner handles everything, including table and chair rentals, tents, décor, menu planning, and providing chefs, servers, and bartenders

2026 Highlights: , and they provide event space rental at both locations. They also offer mobile food truck service available throughout Washington, Maryland, and Northern Virginia. "

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License #98368

Menu:

Sandwiches & Half Smokes
Meaty Palmer $17
Brisket Champ $18
Brisket Steak & Cheese Champ $16
Original Pulled Pork $13
Big Snoop $15
Tommy Gun $16
Smokehouse Melt $16
Dcity Half Smoke $14
Dcity Classic Chicken Champ $16
Individual Platters
Smoked Wings Combo (12 Dozen + 1 Small Side) $17
Smoked Wings Combo (1 Dozen + 1 Small Side) $25
Smokehouse Meat Platter $25
Smoked Wings (12 Dozen) $14
Smoked Wings (1 Dozen) $24
BBQ Sampler Platter $35
Ribs and Wings Combo $25
Family Platters
Dcity Showstopper $76
Dcity All In Feast $142

Contact:

(202) 733-1919

Sun-Thu: 11am - 11pm
Fri & Sat: 11am - 12am

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FEDERALIST PIG

(4.8 Score)
1654 Columbia Road NorthWest,
Washington, DC 20009 Directions

Since 2016

Specialities:

✓Brisket ✓Turkey Breast ✓Pork Shoulder ✓Pork Belly ✓Chicken Wings ✓Chicken ✓Pork Spare Ribs ✓Pork Rib Tips ✓Logan's Jalapeño Cheddar Sausage ✓Smoked Cheddar Mac and Cheese ✓Chipotle Garlic Green Beans ✓Classic Slaw ✓Red Bliss Potato Salad ✓Crispy Chicken Breast ✓Mac and Cheese ✓Blue Cheese Dressing ✓Texas Toast ✓Sides & Crispy Brussel Sprouts

" Federalist Pig is a traditional barbeque restaurant situated in the heart of the city. Their team serves the best barbecue flavors and also produces high quality meats and the friendliest service to every customer. Federalist Pig's menu has a globally inspired American craft barbecue, with experiments to offer new recipes regularly, and it is suitable for every taste of BBQ. Their chef makes fresh barbecue daily, and their grills are sold out on a magical night. They offer exclusive catering menus that can be available from Tuesday to Sunday.

2026 Highlights: They provide vegetarian and vegan menu options, and have a reward program where customers can earn and redeem points across participating restaurant brands. "

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Washingtonian Magazine Winner of "Best Barbecue" in 2018
Good Morning America's Ultimate Pitmaster National Champion in 2022

Menu:

Monthly Chef's Special
Loaded Fries $17.25
Smoked Oxtail Empanadas (3pc) $13.74
Brisket Nachos $20.13
Traditional Sandwiches
Traditional Brisket Sliced $17.25
Traditional Brisket Chopped $13.80
Traditional Turkey Sliced $13.80
Traditional Pork Shoulder Chopped $11.50
Signature Sandwiches
The Fedrib Sandwich $19.55
Carolina On My Mind $14.95
The Big Cheese $17.25
The Club $18.40
The Jive Turkey $17.25
The KC Mushroom Piece $12.65
The Music City $13.80
The Texas Flood $18.40
The Texas Ranger $18.40
The Tofu Banh Mi $14.95
The Jimmy Muscles $16.68
Combos
Two Step $26.45
Chicken & Rib $25.30
Sampler Platter $35.65
Pitmaster Special For 2 $50.60
6oz Cup Of Sauce $5.18
Feed The Fam $69.00

Contact:

(202) 827-4400

Mon-Sun: 11am - 9pm

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2FIFTY TEXAS BBQ

(4.8 Score)
414 K Street NorthWest,
Washington, DC 20001 Directions

Since 2018

Specialities:

✓Beef Ribs ✓Poblano Sausage ✓Cheddar Sausage ✓Prime Brisket ✓Wagyu Brisket ✓Chicken Leg Quarters ✓Chopped Beef ✓Whole Hog ✓Turkey ✓Texas Chili ✓Brisket Tamales ✓Pork Belly with Green Spaghetti ✓Banana Pudding ✓Chocolate Chip Cookie

“ 2026 Highlights: 2fifty Texas BBQ started as a small farmers' market stand and grew into a nationally recognized barbecue brand. They use 100% wood smoke with no gas or electric assistance, and they follow a low-and-slow smoking method where they cook the meat for 6 to 14 hours. They source the meat from Creekstone Farm and Snake River Farm, serving premium meat including brisket, pork ribs and sausage.2fifty Texas BBQ offers dine-in, walk-in ordering, pre-orders, catering, fundraising programs, and gift cards, with a welcoming atmosphere and dog friendly seating also available. They accommodate dietary needs with allergen labelling and menu guidance. They provide catering services for parties, corporate events, and large gatherings. ”

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Menu:

Meats
Beef Ribs $36.00
Poblano Sausage Link $7.00
Spicy Cheddar Sausage Link $7.00
Whole Prime Brisket (Warm) $215.00
Whole Wagyu Brisket (Warm) $295.00
Chicken Leg Quarters $8.00
Sandwiches
Chopped Beef Sandwich $13.00
Whole Hog Sandwich $15.00
Turkey Sandwich $15.00
Wagyu Brisket Sandwich $23.00
Daily Specials
Texas Chili $7.00
2 Brisket Tamales $9.00
Pork Belly On Green Spaghetti $17.00
Desserts
Banana Pudding $7.50
Chocolate Chip Cookie $3.50

Contact:

(202) 961-1738

Wed-Mon: 11am - 7pm
Tue: Closed

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DCITY SMOKEHOUSE REVIEWS

100% approved from a Florida Tourist!! The service was awesome. Staff appeared to be effectively making sure that the atmosphere was maintained and prepared as customers arrived and departed. My strawberry margarita was completely devine after a long day of sightseeing. I came out for a to go order for my son and I, but I did not want to leave. So I ordered our food to go and was invited to sit and have a drink. Everything was brought to my table so I sat enjoyed the atmosphere and music. I'm an extreme people watcher so I watched everyone enjoying themselves, while other people were getting orders to go through Food delivery apps. The food was already prepared and the food deliveriers were coming in fast and leaving out faster..The entire system to watch as an entrepreneur was truly satisfying. Not to mention all the while, I'm supporting a black owned business as myself. This place did not disappoint. I will return with all of my future planned visit in Washington DC. Go here!! You won't regret it.. with friends or alone!! You won't regret it!!.

Probably our favorite barbecue place in DC. It is everything you would want-amazing food, good value for money, great staff who know their meats. Particularly recommend the dry rub chicken wings, the brisket, and the brussels sprouts.

Wings are my top 5 Fav. +Brussels sprouts is the perfect combo. Fresh and hot! :) service top notch and nice.

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FEDERALIST PIG REVIEWS

Ordered a sample platter and everything was good. I'll have to come back for the ribs because they were already sold out. But the brisket, wings, turkey DELICIOUS! The staff is also very kind and have a great vibe.

Best barbecue I've had in this area. Even their toast is good! Go early and go with a small group, or get takeout. Staff is super helpful, even when it comes to finding seating.

The flavors and seasonings are some of the best I've tasted. Period. Great service. I very much enjoyed the experience and look forward to going back soon.

2FIFTY TEXAS BBQ REVIEWS

Oh My God the BEST BBQ in DC y’all… I’m from the south and was just complaining that DC BBQ is trash.. I was immediately humbled by the universe on this one. Please if you make one stop in DC for BBQ make is be this spot!! You can thank me later. When you go, say hi to my guy Marcus- he walked me through my ordering process and the man did not miss a thing.. everything down to the sauces he suggested were perfection.

What a wonderful experience! The staff is attentive and friendly with great recommendations! We had the juicy and flavorful brisket, the pulled lamb with corn chips (my favorite), and some perfectly smoked ribs. Favorite sides were the Zesty Salad, Potato Salad, and Mac and Cheese!.

The brisket was good, but not as moist as I had hoped. The pulled lamb was delicious. Also loved the mac & cheese.

TBR® Inspection Score Report

DCITY SMOKEHOUSE Total Inspection Points: 119/120
Experience: 9
Business Hours: 10
Menu Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Private Events: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Pricing: 10
Reviews Accuracy of : 10
Video: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

FEDERALIST PIG Total Inspection Points: 116/120
Experience: 9
Legitimate Ratings: 9
Reviews Accuracy of : 9
Social Media: 9
Business Hours: 10
Menu Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Pricing: 10
Video: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

2FIFTY TEXAS BBQ Total Inspection Points: 115/120
Experience: 8
Business Hours: 9
Legitimate Ratings: 9
Reviews Accuracy of : 9
Menu Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Online Order: 10
Pricing: 10
Video: 10