Classic American BBQ with generous portions & Southern sides. Reliably delicious, even for a BBQ snob. A solid Times Square option.
This Times Square establishment is a go-to for hearty, classic American BBQ that can satisfy any craving. Known for its generous portions and a wide array of Southern-inspired sides, it's a reliable spot for both locals and tourists. Despite being in a busy area, the food quality, especially the barbecue meats and comforting sides, often exceeds expectations, making it a solid choice for a flavorful and filling meal.
The restaurant offers classic American BBQ with a focus on generous portions and a variety of Southern-inspired sides. Dishes like the 'Trainwreck fries' with multiple toppings and 'hushpuppies' are mentioned positively. While some reviews suggest it's a dependable choice, one detailed review found the chicken wings to be the best item, with sandwiches being merely adequate.
"The Sweet Chili Smoked Chicken Wings are highlighted as a standout dish. Hushpuppies and 'Trainwreck fries' are also mentioned positively."
Customers generally find the BBQ to be good and the sides to be excellent, with some considering it an underrated gem. It's often recommended as a reliable and kid-friendly option, especially in the tourist-heavy Times Square area.
Important Note
While generally well-regarded, one detailed review suggested that while certain items like chicken wings are good, sandwiches might only be adequate.
"Virgil's was visited for lunch and considered not fantastic but acceptable. The Sweet Chili Smoked Chicken Wings were the best item, rated 7.2. The Big Boss Bird sandwich received a 5.0, deemed adequate, and the Texas Dip Sandwich was rated 6.2, considered just okay."
Neutral"This user suggested Virgil's BBQ as a suitable option for handling a large group."
Positive"Virgil's in Times Square was suggested as a large venue that likely offers group menus, noting its good barbecue."
Neutral"Virgils BBQ was suggested as a dining option for a child's birthday."
Positive"Virgil's is mentioned as an option for surprisingly good BBQ in the Times Square area, noting that many places might be closed on a Sunday."
Positive"The commenter, a former Hell's Kitchen resident, highly recommends Virgil's BBQ, stating it's underrated and impressive enough to bring to other BBQs. They specifically mentioned the BBQ salad as delicious."
Positive"This is a large restaurant near the tree that is tourist-oriented but serves good BBQ and excellent sides, even impressing a BBQ snob."
Positive"This user agrees with the recommendation for Virgil's, calling it the 'best plan'."
Positive"Virgil's BBQ is recommended for actual decent food that has a good kids' menu and is extremely tourist-friendly."
Positive"Virgil's (BBQ) is listed as a kid-friendly option near Times Square."
Positive"Virgil's Trainwreck fries, featuring cheddar, pepper jack, bacon, jalape tildeos, and scallions with ranch, are mentioned."
Positive"Suggests Virgil's Barbecue as a potential option."
Neutral"This commenter recommended Virgil's."
Positive"This commenter recommended Virgil's."
Positive"The commenter mentioned that Virgil's Real Barbecue in Times Square still has hushpuppies on their menu, although they haven't visited in a long time."
Positive"Williams Bar-b-que is recommended for rotisserie chicken."
Positive"Virgil's BBQ was recommended as an option for the pre-Broadway lunch if the sister enjoys BBQ."
Positive"User compares Virgil's (Times Square) to Hill Country, finding it difficult to prefer one over the other, suggesting both might be mediocre Manhattan BBQ options."
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