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D.B.A. Barbecue

D.B.A. Barbecue

BBQ Joint, Wings Joint, and Bar$$$$
Virginia Highland, Atlanta
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    This place is famous for their barbecue. It's one of the most popular in the city!
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    Erin G.
    "Archie bunker w/ chicken instead of pork & a side of collards"(10 Tips)
    Leah
    "Pulled pork, creamed corn and grilled asparagus are all amazing!"(12 Tips)
    Jesse
    "Whynatte + Catdaddy Moonshine = Delicious."(4 Tips)
    Justin H.
    "But definitely the best smoked wings I've ever had."(5 Tips)
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  • Briannaheart icon on user image
    BriannaSeptember 18, 2018
    Deeelish! Incredible meats. Super fresh & flavorful sides. Humane portions. Quick, friendly service. Excellent! We out-of-towners were treated to a view of the special BBQ smokehouse.
  • TJheart icon on user image
    TJAugust 5, 2015
    The smoked wings are really good. Plus there are a number of sauces you can choose from to apply to your wings. But what I like best, the wings taste good without any sauce added.
  • Justin H.heart icon on user image
    Justin HFebruary 10, 2017
    Some of the best BBQ in ATL. But definitely the best smoked wings I've ever had. The Habanero Mustard sauce is perfect. I'm also a huge fan of the pastrami Reuben. Great spot to watch the games too!
  • AJC
    AJCJune 5, 2015
    The beast of a sandwich is called the Archie Bunker. This delicious monster of a sandwich is smoked pulled pork on Texas Toast, topped with mac and cheese, sweet BBQ sauce and cheddar cheese. Read more
  • TJheart icon on user image
    TJAugust 26, 2015
    These roasted wings are great. Definitely giving anyone else a run for their money. Worth trying and testing out different sauces to see which ones you prefer.
  • Heather M.heart icon on user image
    Heather McDonaldJuly 12, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Pulled chicken salad is hearty & delish. It's not on the menu anymore, but you can request it. I use the sweet BBQ sauce as my dressing instead of the one it comes with :)
  • Christopher Y.
    Christopher YorkFebruary 9, 2013
    Foods good! Price can get away from you but hey Eat Local right? I personally didn't like the spiked root beer at all and I love root beer! :-( BUT over all a great place to eat!
  • Chris P.heart icon on user image
    Chris PolloneOctober 21, 2014
    Can't go wrong with deviled eggs & the St. Louis ribs, but if the smoked sausage is available, definitely get it.
  • AJC
    AJCJune 15, 2015
    Sure, you could buy bottled BBQ sauce, but making your own is so much better. Join Matt Coggin, owner and pit master, for a class on making your own special sauce. Read more
  • Ansley B.heart icon on user image
    Ansley BarfieldApril 3, 2014
    Boiled peanuts are kinda gnarly- but everything else is great! I recommend the Archie Bunker and the Jimbo Burger. Mac and cheese is also delicious!
  • Matt D.heart icon on user image
    Matt DermodyJune 15, 2016
    Been here 10+ times
    Tuesday Trivia. Format: Team Trivia. Time: 8:00. Notes: Get there 20+ minutes early to score a table. Host doesn't like raunchy names since its a "family establishment"
  • Alex B.heart icon on user image
    Alex BosworthNovember 8, 2021
    Service here is not good but the barbecue is great. Sauces aren’t anything too special but the brisket and smoked wings don’t even need it
    Upvoted Feb 17
  • AJC
    AJCJanuary 30, 2015
    Take your pick: how many wings can you score? 50,100 or 250? All wings are seasoned and smoked with your choice of plain, buffalo, Hotlanta, burnin’ Sherman, habanero-mustard, and a lot more! Read more
  • Michael H.heart icon on user image
    Michael HenryJuly 16, 2015
    Never had good brisket out side of Texas till I found D.B.A. And the ribs and pastrami are also first rate!
  • John K.heart icon on user image
    John KraftJanuary 25, 2018
    Got pork bbq sandwich w/ slaw top ($8.75) & iced tea. No sides since $3 ea! Total $12+tip, which I don’t call cheap lunch. Good, but not great. Real bbq will have some fat, but several blobs, was ugh.
  • Jamie G.
    Jamie GordonJanuary 13, 2012
    Been here 100+ times
    Get a Jammer Bomb and the Archie Bunker. Finish it off with The Bart for dessert. Also don't forget about Manly Monday! $1 PBR and all things manly.
  • Hey J.
    Hey JayJanuary 19, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Sundays smoked fried chicken dinner special is hands down the best around. 3pc meal for $15. And worth every penny!!
  • Alexis H.heart icon on user image
    Alexis HowellJune 20, 2013
    Awesome find! So much better and cheaper than Fox brothers!!!!! Will def come back again....
  • Annalise C.heart icon on user image
    Annalise CarmackDecember 28, 2016
    Boiled peanuts: not good; mush. Wings: pretty good; Hotlanta sauce had some good heat. Pulled pork sandwich: disappointing; meat was bland & dry. No amount of sauce could help. Onion rings: awesome!
  • SEGA
    SEGAJanuary 5, 2012
    Get the Archie Bunker - it's pulled pork, bbq sauce and macaroni and cheese on Texas toast (bacon optional)! - Kate, Assistant Community Manager
  • Patrick L.
    Patrick LesterAugust 18, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    The Cheese and Corn Muffins are a must before, during or after your meal. I like to take them home for a late night snack or breakfast.
  • Jennifer W.
    Jennifer WarawaMay 25, 2012
    Highly recommend the whole house platter with the cream corn - it's the best ever and my new favorite side!
  • Jeremy P.
    Jeremy PorterJuly 5, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Get the grilled creamed corn or sweet potater tots as one of your sides, they're yummy.
  • Dennis M.
    Dennis MurrayAugust 15, 2014
    Great pulled pork. Juicy and tender, good bark and flavor without sauces.
  • Erin G.heart icon on user image
    Erin G.January 2, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Get the Archie bunker w/ chicken instead of pork & a side of collards, thank me later.
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    365Atlanta.comMay 18, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    As a previous guest bartender here, I can tell you the DBA cocktails are amazing. I recommend the Georgia Mule...or really anything with moonshine.
  • Chris F.
    Chris FullerMay 16, 2013
    Try the Fried Pickles And Bacon With Ranch - A piece of the deep field bacon - good god. Stunning.
  • Matt D.heart icon on user image
    Matt DermodyJanuary 2, 2015
    Been here 10+ times
    The Archie bunker never lets me down. The house cocktails are pretty solid but they aren't that strong.
  • Marcelo E.heart icon on user image
    Marcelo EstradaMarch 22, 2015
    Cozy and friendly... The BBQ is superior and beer selection excellent!
  • Christina H.heart icon on user image
    Christina HomerJune 21, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    The Archie Bunker is amazing (who doesn't love mac & cheese on a pork sandwich on Texas toast? Mmmm)!
  • Holly C.heart icon on user image
    Holly CliftonAugust 30, 2013
    The brisket is amazing with Bryan's tangy bbq sauce and a Jailhouse Breakout Stout!
  • Video_Bean
    Video_BeanJanuary 10, 2012
    #ManlyMonday Smok-n-fried chicken, smoked Turkey Legs, $1 PBR, #BCS game, and $3 @PBR_USA http://t.co/0sIiDAkD
  • Matt T.
    Matt TrippJuly 24, 2011
    Try the off-menu Apple Pie moonshine. It's like drinking a liquid apple pie. If you're a fan of F/X's Justified, it's what Mags' recipe probably tastes like.
  • Jeff H.heart icon on user image
    Jeff HielsbergMarch 8, 2012
    Been here 100+ times
    Best fried chicken in Atlanta. Sadly it's only Sunday night. Worth the trip. Perfect smoked fried chicken!!!!
  • Rick C.
    Rick CrawfordJanuary 24, 2014
    Always good. But seem to be out of an item every time we go there. But will return over and over
  • Marcelo E.heart icon on user image
    Marcelo EstradaJuly 4, 2017
    Food is good, but unfortunately the service is less than attentive and slow. 2nd timein a mo. that I have been here where this case. It's a pity. The sever staff does the restaurant a disservice.
  • Michael H.heart icon on user image
    Michael HenryMay 10, 2016
    The great brisket and pastrami will melt in your mouth.
  • Diana B.
    Diana BaldwinOctober 22, 2011
    The Moonshine that is sweet is more like a a sweet liquer. Go for Smokier ones, like a fine Scotch with some smokiness to it.
  • Wesley B.
    Wesley BrackettJuly 20, 2011
    The free check-in Gumbo is great. A bit expensive, but very good quality. The mac-n-cheese is unbelievable.
  • Rhea
    RheaMay 5, 2013
    Great Mac and cheese and Texas margs but the brisket was mostly fat.
  • Tilsit M.heart icon on user image
    Tilsit MONovember 1, 2015
    Pulled pork and pimento cheese are great!
  • Occupy My Family A.heart icon on user image
    Occupy My Family AtlantaDecember 18, 2012
    No matter the meat, the 'cue is always juicy! We also recommend the Texas creamed corn!
  • Matt M.
    Matt MurdockMay 14, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Best sides are collards and creamed corn.
  • Candace H.
    Candace HJanuary 2, 2011
    Pork chop, blackeye pea & collard greens New Years Day special was fantastic. Top it off with a Whippit.
  • Jeff H.heart icon on user image
    Jeff HielsbergJune 13, 2014
    Been here 100+ times
    Burger - where have you been? Present surprise to get a fresh not frozen burger cooked to perfection.
  • Danielle H.
    Danielle HegedusJanuary 26, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    liked the fried picked better when they were spears instead of chips. that said, check out the pimento cheese fingers appetizer :)
  • Scott D.
    Scott DeVoeOctober 13, 2012
    Great place to watch the Gators play if you're a Gator fan and great BBQ
  • Alex R.heart icon on user image
    Alex RavenelOctober 23, 2015
    Archie bunker good. Brisket good, not great. Onion rings forgettable.
  • James D.
    James DavisMarch 9, 2013
    Try the smoked lemon pepper wings! 2 words: LIFE CHANGING!
  • Julie J.
    Julie JEWELeSJune 8, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Try the Hot Boiled Peanuts & Fried Jalepenos - Don't touch your eyes!
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