Famous Dave's Bar-B-Que Alexandria

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Checking... 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM See Hours

6630 Richmond Hwy, Alexandria, VA 22306, United States

+1 703-660-8541

Famous Dave's Bar-B-Que Alexandria, located at 6630 Richmond Hwy, is a beloved barbecue haven that truly stands out in the local dining scene. Diners rave about the exceptional service, with many highlighting the attentiveness and warmth of staff members like Marissa, who consistently enhance the dining experience. The atmosphere is inviting, clean, and fun, making it an ideal spot for casual gatherings.

Patrons are particularly enthusiastic about the menu, which offers delicious options at great prices, especially during weekday lunches. The all-you-can-eat ribs on Thursdays have garnered attention, and it's easy to see why. Guests appreciate the balance of flavors, emphasizing that the smoky seasonings shine through without being overpowered by barbecue sauces. Signature dishes, such as the renowned sausage and tender burnt ends, are frequently mentioned as favorites.

While the banana pudding dessert may have been a disappointment for some, other delights, like pickled onions, add a refreshing contrast to the richness of barbecue. The enthusiasm for “comfort” and “fulfillment” in every bite solidifies Famous Dave's as a staple for barbecue lovers in Alexandria. Overall, it’s a perfect destination for those craving authentic, mouth-watering barbecue served with a smile.

Accessibility
- Has wheelchair-accessible car park
- Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Has wheelchair-accessible seating
- Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
- Has outdoor seating
- Offers kerbside pickup
- Has no-contact delivery
- Offers delivery
- Offers takeaway
- Serves dine-in
Highlights
- Has fast service
- Has fireplace
- Has great beer selection
- Serves great cocktails
- Serves great dessert
- Good for watching sport
Popular for
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for dinner
- Good for solo dining
Offerings
- Serves alcohol
- Serves beer
- Serves cocktails
- Serves coffee
- Serves comfort food
- Serves happy-hour drinks
- Serves happy-hour food
- Serves late-night food
- Quick bite
- Serves small plates
- Serves spirits
- Serves vegetarian dishes
- Serves wine
Dining options
- Serves lunch
- Serves dinner
- Has catering
- Serves dessert
- Has seating
Amenities
- Has bar on site
- Has toilet
- Has Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cosy
- Trendy
Crowd
- Family friendly
- Good for groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Popular with tourists
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Accepts credit cards
- Accepts debit cards
- Accepts NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs available
- Has kids' menu
Parking
- Free of charge street parking
- Free parking lot
- Plenty of parking

Patricia Gibbs

Jun 26,2025

Great Service, Tasty Food and Amazing service. My waitress was Marissa. She was kind, friendly, eager to serve and consistently attentive. I’ve experienced her service several times and she is always the same. Great job Marissa! Thank you! Patricia - Alexandria,VA

Zee Nichols

Jun 23,2025

Have not been to Famous Dave's in over 3 years- and they did not disappoint! Definitely recommended their food..for comfort, for fulfillment- for FUN!!! Enjoy..

Alan Boehm

Jun 18,2025

Our local in the chain and we like it. Great prices at lunch during weekdays. Same portions but almost half price. Their sausage is the best. My spouse likes the burnt ends and ribs. The folks working there are friendly and the place is clean and comfortable. A disclosure is that I did some work with Dave Anderson when he was at the Department of the Interior but that was years ago.

Nerissa Maria Ward

May 23,2025

All you can eat Ribs is on Thursdays! Was not expecting that, but definitely enjoyed them very much. The food has always been very consistent here. I like that you can taste the seasonings, and add your own BBQ Sauces, not a fan when all you taste is Sauce. I loved the pickled onions, perfect to offset the sweetness of the BBQ. The Banana Pudding dessert was not happening... Our server was amazing, she was attentive, kept bringing drinks and checking on us.

Dianna Kay

Apr 17,2025

DELICIOUS FOOD! Very friendly staff. Clean and fun. Lots of people enjoying the wonderful food.

Trey Martin

Mar 16,2025

I came to this location for some take out today. The restaurant was clean and the young lady that helped me was super sweet. I almost forgot how good the food here is since it's been a few years since my last visit. I got rib tips, catfish nuggets, fries, baked beans and some new smoked brisket egg rolls. AMAZING! I should have ordered way more of them. It's good to know that there are some restaurants that can maintain their high quality and consistency in their food. I'm as full as a tick

Astrid Vár

Mar 8,2025

Good food and the waiter was very nice. The placed opened at 11am and we had plenty of seats.

TheMia315

Mar 6,2025

It would be ridiculous for me to give less than 5 stars here because we've been coming here for past 15 years. We've never had issues with food or service. The food always tastes good and hot. Service was great. It would be nice if they veterans' discount was for the entire check though, instead of just the entree. We were group of 5 and plenty of leftovers to take home. The dining room has been renovated since I last went here. It has a nice holiday/Christmas vibe with the wood, red decor, and fireplace going on.

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