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Hours
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 11 AM–7 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM–7 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–7 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM–7 PM |
| Monday | Closed |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 46230 Cranston St, Sterling, VA 20165
Phone: (571) 926-8199
Website: https://www.thepitstopva.com/
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Reviews
Stephanie Jarquin
Me and my boyfriend have been searching for a good bbq place in the northern DMV area. This is truly our new favorite spot. The food amazing. The sauces amazing. The staff so friendly and welcoming. Definitely will be coming back and with friends so they can get a taste of this amazing food! I give it truly a 9.5 out of 10 and only because we haven’t tried everything
… moreTerrell Summers
My wife and I are from South Carolina, so finding truly good BBQ in Virginia has been a journey. Today, we finally found our spot. The food was incredibly flavorful without being overly salty, and every dish had that authentic, soulful taste we’ve been missing. On top of that, all of their BBQ sauces are superb, each one adds its own layer of flavor without overpowering the meat.
Tristan delivered exceptional customer service. He patiently answered all of my questions, picked up on my hesitation, and gave honest recommendations that turned out to be exactly right. Every worker we interacted with had a great vibe and was genuinely friendly, which made the experience even better.
The food was so good we ordered extra to take home. This is officially our #1 BBQ spot in the VA area.
… moreTristan delivered exceptional customer service. He patiently answered all of my questions, picked up on my hesitation, and gave honest recommendations that turned out to be exactly right. Every worker we interacted with had a great vibe and was genuinely friendly, which made the experience even better.
The food was so good we ordered extra to take home. This is officially our #1 BBQ spot in the VA area.
cynthia jenise
My parents were visiting and since they love BBQ, we decided to try out The Pit Shop BBQ in Sterling. I was pleasantly surprised to find a Black-owned BBQ spot here—and even more surprised at how good it was!
The wings were fried to perfection (I’m a “fried hard” girl and they nailed it). Their sauces are amazing, and the mac n’ cheese was one of the best I’ve had from a restaurant. The “old-fashioned kale” was such a cool twist—like collard greens but with kale, and it really worked! The catfish was tasty, though my mom wasn’t a fan of the rib tips.
Overall, our family rated high and I’d definitely bring others here. The vibe is spot on—especially with Kool-Aid and sweet tea served in a jug. That alone tells you you’re in the right place for real BBQ. The customer service was top tier, they were friendly and even let us try samples to help us decide on what to get. I would recommend trying this place out.
… moreThe wings were fried to perfection (I’m a “fried hard” girl and they nailed it). Their sauces are amazing, and the mac n’ cheese was one of the best I’ve had from a restaurant. The “old-fashioned kale” was such a cool twist—like collard greens but with kale, and it really worked! The catfish was tasty, though my mom wasn’t a fan of the rib tips.
Overall, our family rated high and I’d definitely bring others here. The vibe is spot on—especially with Kool-Aid and sweet tea served in a jug. That alone tells you you’re in the right place for real BBQ. The customer service was top tier, they were friendly and even let us try samples to help us decide on what to get. I would recommend trying this place out.
Maryanne Schulz
The absolute BEST ribs in town! I’ve been enjoying the ribs for several years. Even tho it’s a far drive for me I still go to get them. Nothing beats their food! The collard greens and the Mac n cheese are excellent. A must try and I promise you’ll be hooked!!!
When I go I always get at least 3 to 4 full racks bc everyone in my family loves them.
These guys are amazing!
… moreWhen I go I always get at least 3 to 4 full racks bc everyone in my family loves them.
These guys are amazing!
jason hope
I travel a lot and I always try bbq in any state that I am in. With that being said in my 56 years of living this is if not the best bbq at least top 2 I have ever had. I knew it was going to be good when I got out of my truck and all I smelled was the smoke from the pit. The rib tips and brisket was seasoned and smoked perfectly. Brisket was ridiculously tender!!!!. Granddads kool aid was awesome and not to sweet but flavorful. I’m definitely going back to try out Grandmas Tea……
… moreJessica Anderton
Absolutely the best BBQ I’ve had in NOVA (I’m a southern transplant). The brisket was just perfection. Tender, smokey, fabulous. And the right mix of fatty and lean, which is hard to achieve! Coleslaw was great too, as were the baked beans. And delicious mustard based sauce. So very happy we tried this place! Can’t wait to go back and try more!
… moreS&G R
What a great treat!! You know it’s gonna be good when the smokey pit smell draws you in. Delicious brisket, pulled pork and variety of sides. I didn’t even know I liked kale until I had it here. Chocolate cake is next level too. Great if not the best barbecue in the area!! Thank you Glynis for great hospitality.
… moreRoderick Torrrence
The staff and food was Excellent . I had the brisket, ribs, baked beans, macaroni and cheese. Ohh couldn’t forget the banana pudding for dessert. My friends raved about the corn bread.
… moreMarie O
I’ve eaten a lot of BBQ in my lifetime, and let me tell you… this was the all-around best BBQ restaurant I’ve ever been to. Hands down.
The Food: We got the combo, with the ribs and smoked chicken. We arrived after the lunch rush, so the brisket was sold out. Rightfully so- because I heard it was delicious. We also got a chicken wing in the combo. The ribs were so juicy and just fell off the bone. The seasonings were mind-blowing. The chicken was cooked to perfection. *chef’s kiss* You don’t need BBQ sauce, but they had a variety- I chose the spicy one, which was delicious.
Let me tell you about the sides. THE SIDES! The sides are to die for. The old-fashioned kale is A MUST. The coleslaw has the perfect balance of flavors- the best I’ve had. The cornbread- out of this world. It seems like I’m saying everything is over-the-top delicious, but it is. As I mentioned to the owners, I will dream about this meal tonight!
The Atmosphere: This cute spot looks like an old Jiffy Lube turned into an aesthetic BBQ establishment. As we sat down, we noticed that the front of the building had two all-glass garage doors. Genius! They also had outdoor seating, and we were so tempted to sit next to the cherry blossoms, but there was a chance of showers, so we opted to dine in. Their menu board is always up-to-date. When we walked in, we knew they would be out of their brisket because the menu board said, “Brisket available after 4 pm.” They also explained that there was a lunch rush and the brisket sold out.
The Service: Nicest human beings ever. I felt like I was talking to my next-door neighbors. Not only were they helpful when we were trying to figure out what to order, but they made everyone feel like family… like you just stepped into your auntie and uncle’s restaurant.
Parking: Plenty of parking!
I promise you that you won’t regret eating here, so go try them out!
… moreThe Food: We got the combo, with the ribs and smoked chicken. We arrived after the lunch rush, so the brisket was sold out. Rightfully so- because I heard it was delicious. We also got a chicken wing in the combo. The ribs were so juicy and just fell off the bone. The seasonings were mind-blowing. The chicken was cooked to perfection. *chef’s kiss* You don’t need BBQ sauce, but they had a variety- I chose the spicy one, which was delicious.
Let me tell you about the sides. THE SIDES! The sides are to die for. The old-fashioned kale is A MUST. The coleslaw has the perfect balance of flavors- the best I’ve had. The cornbread- out of this world. It seems like I’m saying everything is over-the-top delicious, but it is. As I mentioned to the owners, I will dream about this meal tonight!
The Atmosphere: This cute spot looks like an old Jiffy Lube turned into an aesthetic BBQ establishment. As we sat down, we noticed that the front of the building had two all-glass garage doors. Genius! They also had outdoor seating, and we were so tempted to sit next to the cherry blossoms, but there was a chance of showers, so we opted to dine in. Their menu board is always up-to-date. When we walked in, we knew they would be out of their brisket because the menu board said, “Brisket available after 4 pm.” They also explained that there was a lunch rush and the brisket sold out.
The Service: Nicest human beings ever. I felt like I was talking to my next-door neighbors. Not only were they helpful when we were trying to figure out what to order, but they made everyone feel like family… like you just stepped into your auntie and uncle’s restaurant.
Parking: Plenty of parking!
I promise you that you won’t regret eating here, so go try them out!
Tyrone Paige
Name a better chopped pork sandwich…. I’ll wait. Look at the picture of this behemoth. You can get that, side and drink for $13.99. I also got some rib tips (a fave of mine) but I couldn’t even get to those because the sandwich is so big. I’ve been going to this family spot since the days of their stand at Gilbert’s corner before they opened this spot! It’s worth every penny. They KNOW BBQ. Highly recommend.
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