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D.B.A. Barbecue
BBQ Joint, Wings Joint, and Bar$$$$
Virginia Highland, Atlanta
This place is famous for their barbecue. It's one of the most popular in the city!
"Archie bunker w/ chicken instead of pork & a side of collards"(10 Tips)
"Pulled pork, creamed corn and grilled asparagus are all amazing!"(12 Tips)
"Whynatte + Catdaddy Moonshine = Delicious."(4 Tips)
"But definitely the best smoked wings I've ever had."(5 Tips)
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BriannaSeptember 18, 2018Deeelish! 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.
- Justin HFebruary 10, 2017Some 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!
TJAugust 5, 2015The 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.
- TJAugust 26, 2015These 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.
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 :)
Chris PolloneOctober 21, 2014Can't go wrong with deviled eggs & the St. Louis ribs, but if the smoked sausage is available, definitely get it.
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"
Christopher YorkFebruary 9, 2013Foods 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!
Alex BosworthNovember 8, 2021Service 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
Ansley BarfieldApril 3, 2014Boiled peanuts are kinda gnarly- but everything else is great! I recommend the Archie Bunker and the Jimbo Burger. Mac and cheese is also delicious!
Michael HenryJuly 16, 2015Never had good brisket out side of Texas till I found D.B.A. And the ribs and pastrami are also first rate!
Alexis HowellJune 20, 2013Awesome find! So much better and cheaper than Fox brothers!!!!! Will def come back again....
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.
Sundays smoked fried chicken dinner special is hands down the best around. 3pc meal for $15. And worth every penny!!
John KraftJanuary 25, 2018Got 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.
SEGAJanuary 5, 2012Get the Archie Bunker - it's pulled pork, bbq sauce and macaroni and cheese on Texas toast (bacon optional)! - Kate, Assistant Community Manager
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.- The Archie bunker never lets me down. The house cocktails are pretty solid but they aren't that strong.
Video_BeanJanuary 10, 2012#ManlyMonday Smok-n-fried chicken, smoked Turkey Legs, $1 PBR, #BCS game, and $3 @PBR_USA http://t.co/0sIiDAkD
Chris FullerMay 16, 2013Try the Fried Pickles And Bacon With Ranch - A piece of the deep field bacon - good god. Stunning.- Burger - where have you been? Present surprise to get a fresh not frozen burger cooked to perfection.
Matt TrippJuly 24, 2011Try 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.
Annalise CarmackDecember 28, 2016Boiled 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!
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 WarawaMay 25, 2012Highly recommend the whole house platter with the cream corn - it's the best ever and my new favorite side!
Get the grilled creamed corn or sweet potater tots as one of your sides, they're yummy.- Best fried chicken in Atlanta. Sadly it's only Sunday night. Worth the trip. Perfect smoked fried chicken!!!!
- Get the Archie bunker w/ chicken instead of pork & a side of collards, thank me later.
Holly CliftonAugust 30, 2013The brisket is amazing with Bryan's tangy bbq sauce and a Jailhouse Breakout Stout!
Dennis MurrayAugust 15, 2014Great pulled pork. Juicy and tender, good bark and flavor without sauces.
Gotta taste the Atlanta style wings. So good! And if you're bold enough you should order an illegalATLien.
The Archie Bunker is amazing (who doesn't love mac & cheese on a pork sandwich on Texas toast? Mmmm)!
Occupy My Family AtlantaDecember 18, 2012No matter the meat, the 'cue is always juicy! We also recommend the Texas creamed corn!
Wesley BrackettJuly 20, 2011The free check-in Gumbo is great. A bit expensive, but very good quality. The mac-n-cheese is unbelievable.
Diana BaldwinOctober 22, 2011The Moonshine that is sweet is more like a a sweet liquer. Go for Smokier ones, like a fine Scotch with some smokiness to it.
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Rick CrawfordJanuary 24, 2014Always good. But seem to be out of an item every time we go there. But will return over and over
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