The Barbecue Pit – Bronx, NY
At The Barbecue Pit in the Bronx, we bring the authentic taste of smoked perfection right to your plate. Our menu is packed with savory, slow-cooked barbecue classics, including fall-off-the-bone ribs, tender brisket, and juicy pulled pork, all seasoned with our signature house rubs and sauces. Whether you’re craving hearty comfort food or hosting a big event, we’ve got you covered with dine-in, takeout, and catering options.
We pride ourselves on using only the freshest ingredients and traditional cooking methods, ensuring every bite is packed with flavor and love. Stop by for a warm service, and a meal that will leave you coming back for more. The Barbecue Pit – where the Bronx meets Southern Soul!
Family-friendly spot with an in-ground pit serving up BBQ plus vegetarian & gluten-free options.
Trinity Schmidt
Hands down the best BBQ ribs I have ever had! They slide right off the bone and they offer bbq sauce on the side but it tastes so delicious you don’t need any sauce!
The atmosphere is very cozy and relaxing. They do not play loud music which I appreciate.
The owner Ronnie makes everything from scratch and is very warm and friendly.
My other favorites are the turkey meatloaf and the veggie burger which she also makes from scratch. The veggie samosa with the mango chutney is divine!
Ronnie also makes amazing pies! My favorites are the sweet potato, pumpkin, cranberry and apple. I never liked apple pie until I tried Ronnie’s apple pie.
I highly recommend trying the bbq pit! I have always been deliciously satisfied with the food and the service!
… moreMaria Peele
Wow! Ribs here fall off the bone; so tender and taste 10x better than any other I’ve had. Also love the turkey meatloaf. All the pies are out of this world.
This is a semi-eclectic place that also has samosas and some other various specialties from the chef, which you might not expect at a BBQ place but which go with it QUITE well !!
I come here about once a month whenever I’m in the area !
… moreVirginia Price
FOOD IS HORRIBLE!!!! If you like charcoal burnt ribs/chicken combo and thrown together food, Barbecue Pit restaurant is your spot. In all fairness the macaroni & cheese was decent. However, for $76 and only the macaroni cheese was edible is unacceptable. I do not recommend this restaurant.
… moreDominique Jones
Ordered on Uber eats. Fried chicken was tasteless but at least fried well. Hot sauce saved most of it. Potato salad just tasted like mayonnaise. Threw it away immediately. Collars had a terrible after taste and the macaroni and cheese tasted like it was made with Kraft singles. Waste of $38
… moreJay Mandel
I recently moved to the neighborhood and decided to try out Rani’s barbecue pit. It’s clear that Rani takes pride in her food and has been a dedicated member of the community for over 24 years. She makes everything from scratch, including the samosas and empanadas. The veggie burger with spinach, lentils, and rice was a standout, and the turkey chili and meatloaf were also delicious. Rani and her team put a lot of effort and care into their food, and it shows in the unique flavors and spices used in their dishes. It’s worth a trip from anywhere to try out Rani’s barbecue pit! And don’t forget about the ribs and chicken in the corn bread.
… moreDenise Blanco
We loved our meal! Everything tasted fresh and homemade, including the complimentary chips and salsa. Roni was incredibly friendly and attentive. My three year old and twelve year old ate everything and they’re incredibly picky. So grateful to have such amazing food in the neighborhood! Can recommend the turkey chili with cheese, corn bread, and fries! So yummy, we will definitely be back!
… moreRosalino Rodriguez
The place was cozy, the waitress was friendly and help us deciding what to try. I had the ribs and chicken which it was delicious and tender. Wifey had bbq pulled pork not a wow factor for her. It look like too much BBQ sauce. I believe the sides should be a little more for the price they charging. Mac n cheese was real small. Garlic mash needed a little kick to it. Overall I might give it another shot.
… moreMartin J Fournier
Every visit to the Barbecue Pit in Riverdale (Bronx, NY) is phenomenal. The best food, the extremely delicious pies, which we have now had several times, to the outstanding and welcoming service. Truly the best!
… morePriestly Canty
Very quiet, and not crowded at all, even for a Friday night. The staff is attentive, and very concerned on how you enjoy your food. They really want you to come back. The Mozzarella Sticks are a good choice for appetizer. The Catfish is a very good choice for entree. The Ribs I was told are very popular there. The BBQ sauce comes in a warm bottle, and left for you to pour it on yourself. It definately taste better with the sauce. The Collard Greens were very undercooked, almost raw. The Sweet Potatoes were not that sweet. The Mash Potatoes with gravy was pretty decent. Not the best BBQ I have had, but the place is okay.
… moreJonnyFromDeBloc
This place is the jewel of riverdale. The food quality Is beyond anything anywhere in the area. Heck, it’s better than anywhere else in the state! This place Is not your average barbecue joint. The food is homemade. The recipes are all from scratch. Everything from the feta cheese to the Greek salad to the chutney. For the simoses, he’s a taste of authentic and hi caliber quality.. You’re gonna spend $$$$ here. It’s not cheap, but you don’t get quality for cheap.
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