Virginia | Richmond | The BEST BBQ Here! 🍖

A real foodie’s hands-on review 🔥 As a BBQ enthusiast who’s tried nearly every joint in Richmond, I’m finally ready to drop my ultimate review of ZZQ Texas Craft Barbeque — hands down THE BEST BBQ in Richmond, VA, no cap! I’ve tried everything on the menu multiple times before daring to say this! 💯 🔍 Vibe: Texas-style smokehouse with rustic wood decor and a legit smokehouse vibe. You can even see their giant smokers working hard in the back — super Instagrammable! Be prepared to wait in line on weekends — yep, it’s that popular! 🥩 Must-Order Meats: · Brisket: The most perfect brisket I’ve ever had. Authentic Central Texas-style, smoked low and slow for 14–16 hours. Beautiful smoke ring, crispy bark, incredibly juicy, melt-in-your-mouth tender — truly master-level BBQ. · Beef Rib: Each rib weighs over 1 lb — dark, glossy, smoky outside, tender and pink with marbled goodness inside. One bite took me back to legendary spots in Lockhart, TX! · Pork Rib: Passes the "bite test" perfectly! Not falling off the bone (in a good way), not too tough — leaves a clean bite mark and full of flavor. 💡 Insider Knowledge: ZZQ uses cherry wood for smoking — not just any wood! Cherry burns clean and adds mild fruity sweetness without overpowering the meat. They stick to traditional hands-on methods — no digital thermometers, just years of experience and feel. That’s why their meat stands out! 🍴 Honestly… You Can Skip: · Chicken: Pretty basic, nothing special 🚫 · Cornbread: A bit dry, not my favorite 🚫 · Sides: Nothing memorable — go all-in on the meat! 💰 Price Point: We easily drop $200 every time… and it’s worth every penny! Pro tip: Take leftover brisket home and make beef noodles the next day — still crazy tender and flavorful. Way better than regular beef noodle soup! 💡 Fun Fact: ZZQ was founded by Texas native and self-taught pitmaster Chris Fultz (a former architect!) and his partner Alex Graf. Chris brought authentic Central Texas BBQ techniques and blended them with Virginia flavors. How cool is that? ✨ Final Verdict: Worth a trip to Richmond just for this! Don’t sleep on the brisket, beef ribs, and pork ribs. Lots of people drive from DC just for this… I personally come at least twice a month 🤤 #ChineseInAmerica #VirginiaEats #RVAFood #TexasBBQ #BBQKing #StudyAbroadLife #FoodReview #FoodieCheck