Virgil's Barbecue

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152 W 44th St (at nr. Broadway)
New York, NY 10036

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(212) 921-9494
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Virgil's Barbecue - New York, NY
Virgil's Barbecue - New York, NY
Virgil's Barbecue - New York, NY
Virgil's Barbecue - New York, NY
Virgil's Barbecue - New York, NY
Virgil's Barbecue - New York, NY
Virgil's Barbecue - New York, NY
Virgil's Barbecue - New York, NY
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The best and most authentic southern quisine I have ever had north of the Mason Dixon line. I recomend the biscuits and gravy appetizer and pulled carolina pork sandwich. You'll t...

Worst

I usually give restaurants with a rating over 8 a chance, but found Virgil's to be a big disappointment. The crab cakes still had shell in it, cocktails were way too sweet, the si...

Best WINGS on Earth! 2/1/2003

I live in North Carolina were BBQ IS the best in the world EXCEPT for this place...VIRGILS BBQ! I was very impressed with the entire menu and the great beer selection. If you are in Time Square don't miss it. If you are anywhere in Manhatten, it's worth going out of your way. Enjoy! Pros: BBQ, Wings, Beer more
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Gotta go when in NYC 1/29/2003

Wide beer selection, incredible wings and hush puppies. Even the spicy popcorn at the bar makes waiting not bad. Cons: Loud more
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B-B-Q in Times Square 1/22/2003

I've never had a bad meal at Virgil's. On weekend evenings you have to wait a while for a table, but it's well worth it. If you get a seat at the bar, the time goes by quickly. You can even order snacks at the bar while you wait for your table. The pulled pork is awesome, as are the mashed potatoes. You've got to have the warm chocolate chess pie for dessert. Watch out for the coffee though--it's VERY bitter! Pros: Great B-B-Q, Good Service, Large portions Cons: Long wait for table, Noisy more
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Love it, Love it & Love it 1/17/2003

There isnt much to say but LOVE IT! They have to best BBQ sauce! The Chicken Wings are the best also! The RIbs are great! Everything is great! Ive been there several times! Great apple martinis, with brown sugar frosted apples! YUM! I want to go right now! Great Service as well! Nice warm (HOT)towels at the end of your meal! Great Bar area as well! JUST GO! ENJOY! Pros: Food, Liquor, Service more
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Really good 1/13/2003

This restaurant has great food in a fun, clean environment. Make reservations, especially for dinner, or you might be waiting by the bar for a while. The hush puppies are enough of a reason to go there. Pros: good food, great service, big bar more
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Delicious 1/9/2003

Virgil's It's The best. I go there every time I'm in New York City. Pros: great food Cons: expensive more
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yum, yum, yum 1/9/2003

The food here is always ready for you, especially if you are in a hurry. The drinks keep you smiling and you can't get enough. Pros: great service, great food, good prices Cons: over crowded, over crowded, over crowded more
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Love that place.... 1/8/2003

Good food & quick service... The price is very reasonable as well. more
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Best BBQ in NY 1/8/2003

I tried Virgil's once, and now I go every time I visit NYC. The food is always hot and fresh, and the service is fabulous. My advice is to go with another person, the two of you can share the same plate and still have some to take home. more
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Pulled Pork Heaven!!! 1/8/2003

I cannot visit NYC without a trip to Virgil's for the best pulled pork sandwich in the Northeast! Do not miss it! Match it with an ice-cold Rolling Rock, and you're in pig heaven!! Yum! Pros: plenty of seating, good variety on menu, right off broadway more
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Good BBQ 1/3/2003

This was the first BBQ restaurant I've ever been to so I don't have much to comapre it to. The food was great, the service fast and friendly and the atmoshere upbeat and fun. more
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NEVER AGAIN! 12/21/2002

My wife and I go to this place once a year (past 3 years) after going to a show. On 12/17/02 @ 5:00 pm, I ordered a bottle of soda, the waiter brought me a glass with no ice! The po pig out was served warm to cold. The ribs were very dry and salty. However, the french fries with brown gravy and apple pie was very good. My quess is that they don't like it if you share the meal with two people. (They give you a lot of food). On our next visit to NYC, we will go to Dallas BBQ around the corner. Pros: French Fries w/brn gr Cons: dry & Salty Ribs more
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A BBQ lovers dream. 12/16/2002

When I was living in NYC, my friends and I liked nothing more than dining at Virgils. At peak dining hours you'll spend sometime waiting for a table in the crowded bar area, but once seated, the service is always friendly and prompt. For the price you pay, Virgils offers an outstanding value. They pile on the meat and don't skimp on your side dishes. A great place to go with a group, it's fun to share their wonderul starter dishes like Hush Puppies, BBQ Wings or BBQ Nachos. Entrees are huge, hot and delicious (And there are plenty of things for non-meat or non-BBQ lovers to sample). If you manage to save room for dessert, you won't be dissapointed either. The menu is complimented by a huge beer selection and a full bar. Your dinner is always topped off with a nice hot towel and a very full stomach. Pros: Delicious food, resaonable, friendly service Cons: gets crowded fast more
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Booooo take out... 12/16/2002

First experience was take out, probably the wrong move... You could tell the food had probably been tasty, unfortunately it arrived cold and soggy. I guess if you are going to try it, go to the joint in person. more
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Very good BBQ 12/15/2002

This is a cool place, food is real good, service is decent (good at times). Tables are alittle small and close together so not much privacy but good if you like to listen in on other peoples conversations like my wife does. :) The smoked stuff is great and very good side orders from down south, cheese grits and hush puppies, etc are very good too. Being in the heart of Time Square this place is expensive!!!!!! Alot of tourists too, if that kinda thing bothers you. Pros: good food, nice place Cons: expensive more
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fantastic bbq in ny 12/2/2002

I haven't been to any of the other top BBQ places in nyc, but that's fine with me. This place is really good! Every time i've been to Virgil's, it's been at an off hour either in the afternoon or late evening -- so i've never had difficulty getting a table. I'd imagine it's a lot more difficult during lunch/dinner hours. Although none of the menu prices are expensive considering the quantity and quality, i'd say that the best value can probably be had in getting one of their sandwiches -- i.e. the ham or pulled pork. You'll get at least a half a pound (probably more) of their amazing bbq'd meats for about 9 bucks. Definitely highly recommended. Pros: quantity, quality, taste more
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Better BBQ Then Down South 11/29/2002

Love this place great beer and BBQ what else can you ask for? The Pig Out is a must but its HUGE!!! and the Hushpuppies are better than i had in Tennesee more
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NY BBQ 11/27/2002

There were so many items that looked good on the menu that we each ordered something different in order to share all of the excellent BBQ. more
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Only in N.Y. 11/26/2002

Very New York experience with a down home flare. Lot's of seating for small and large groups. Terrific location. A must for anyone visiting NY Pros: Lots of seating, Good with kids, easy to find Cons: crowded more
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FILLED TO THE BRIM 11/6/2002

I WENT TO VIRGIL'S ON NOV.6,2002 AND FOUND THE PLACE AMAZING. CONTRARY TO OTHERS THE SERVICE WAS GREAT, THE FOOD EXCELLENT, THE CHILLI IS LIKE EATING STEW!!! VIRGIL'S PIG OUT FOR $22.00 WAS WELL WORTH THE MONEY, THE BRISKET WAS SO TENDER IT FELL APART, AND THE BEER LIST IS OUTRAGEOUS!!! DINNER FOR FOUR WITH 4 BEERS,2 SODAS WAS $94.00-WELL WOTRTH THE VISIT!!!! Pros: TOO MUCH FOOD, BEER SELECTION, PRICES Cons: COULDN'T EAT MORE, WISH I COULD STAY, NEED A JOB THERE more
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Editorial

  • The Scene
    At Virgil's, carnivores of every shape and color abandon all caution and happily shovel in as much pungent barbecued meat, pork and chicken as they can stomach. The two-level...

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  • Hours: Mon-Sat, 11:30am-10:30pm, Sun, 11am-10:30pm
  • Payments: Master Card, Visa, American Express, Discover, Diner's Club
  • Neighborhoods: Midtown, Theater District - Times Square
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