Old Brick Pit Barbeque

Another great barbecue joint in a very crowded field. I had the rib plate with collards and potato salad, my wife had a pulled pork sandwich and coleslaw. Barbecue is great and the sides were outstanding, some of the best we have done. The sandwich seemed a little small. Staff is very friendly and the atmosphere is welcoming.

The Old Brick Pit Barbecue in Chamblee, GA is a long-time favorite. My favorite is the BBQ pork plate, which includes Brunswick stew and cole slaw. My wife prefers the 1/2 chicken plate or the bbq sandwich with cole slaw. Beef biscuit is available and it’s great! If you can’t go to Texas, eat it here. We like Old Brick Pit because the meat is clean and high quality. The sides (beans, potato salad, and slaw) are consistently good. Deserts are banana pudding and fruit cobbler. I recommend the pudding. Prices are reasonable and parking is free.

Excellent service in a well kept space. The economical price of a meal here makes it worth multiple visits. The pulled pork sandwich was good. The pork itself was very tender and seasoned nicely. The bun I feel could improve as it isn't up to the task of holding all of the juices and sauce. The barbecue sauce is nice and vinegar-y with flavors of paprika, onion and a bit of spiciness. The coleslaw is excellent. Overall I had a very pleasant experience.

I've never had a bad meal here. The ribs, pulled pork, and brisket are all outstanding. I like the plate lunches so I can get a couple of sides... the stew is great as are the collards and slaw. Highly recommended.

I loved this place! The first thing that hits you is the smell of the smoker out back. AMAZING. The next is the prices that you cannot beat. It’s probably the cheapest I’ve seen, best bang for your buck. The pulled pork sandwich and the vinegar based bbq sauce was INCREDIBLE. The macaroni and cheese was perfect, and the collard greens were so good I could have DRANK the juice. This is one of the best BBQ places I’ve been to and the closest to some of my favorites in Nashville. The atmosphere is low key and we chose to sit outside. It was hopping on a Monday at 12 pm, and service was so quick. I want to say that it took less than 5 minutes to get my tray of food from when I arrived. Good rock music from the speakers and great sweet tea. Looking forward to the next time I can go back!

Visited on a Saturday at lunch and they were quite busy but the service was fast. We tried a bbq chicken sandwich, a bbq pork sandwich, baked beans, potato salad, brunswick stew, mac and cheese and their sweet tea. The sandwiches were delicious. Smaller than we expected but they packed the meat on there. The sauce that comes on the sandwiches has a little tang to it. I really enjoyed it. The stew and baked beans were perfect. The other sides seemed a little bland. We will definitely be back to try the other options. Parking is easy. Glad to see it was woman owned.

Good, old school barbecue place. I had a pork plate with slaw and collards. The pork was pulled, very tender and tasty. The vinegar based sauce had a little too much of a sweet flavor for me. The collards and slaw were both very good.

Came to eat here for lunch last weekend. It's a really solid BBQ spot. The food was good, my order was prepared on time, and the employees were very courteous. One of the cashiers was very patient with an older man in front of me. Kindness doesn't go unnoticed, so I'm more inclined to trust the quality of this business. The Brunswick stew wasn't my favorite, but I didn't take away any stars because I see a lot of other people like it, so I figured it was just me. Fantastic location all around.

been dreaming of this place for 3 months! We go after Dr appts because we are close. Today we had the combo plates 2 ribs, pulled pork, slaw, stew, and 2 pcs of white bread for $14.50 plus a tea for $3.50. Worth every penny! First time getting the ribs and oh my goodness they are FANTASTIC! The stew and slaw are exceptional and of course the pulled pork is delicious. Service is always wonderful bc the people are happy! It has been there at least 45 years and still going strong bc at noon it was packed so we left to go vote and got back about 1:15 still hopping but we got a parking spot and served within 10 minutes! Took home leftovers for dinner and already thinking of what I'll get the next time!

This is one of my go to barbecue places! My family started bringing me here shortly after they opened and it's amazing that they are still around, but not surprising because of their delicious food! Tonight I had the chopped pork combination plate, which was plenty of food for a great price. I tried the collard greens this time which were really good and had a little bit of a sweet flavor as well and I had some of the pepper sauce to them which made them even better! The restaurant is always very clean and tidy and they had a big renovation several years ago. The staff is also friendly and inviting. There are a couple of boots that the vinyl has ripped and can use some attention, but other than that the place is in great shape. This is a great spot to come grab lunch, and when the weather is nice, they have a covered patio to sit outside as well.

Excellent old school barbecue joint. Reminds me of the place I worked in as a teen. I've eaten there before, but today was the first time to try the brisket. Nicely done, tender wikthout being mushy. One of my main complaints with many places is that the slaw or stew tends to be cloyingly sweet. Not here. Just a hint of sweet, just right. Good food, fair pricing, no pretense. Love it.

I came here light dinner.Counter service was fast but not too friendly.millennial attitude? Food was good pork well prepared as was the stew. Ambiance a casual theme with outside seating. Recommended except for the hot sauce.In Braves country you need Louisiana hot sauce!

Excellence in value. Great employees and food. Collards are the best! Try the chopped chicken too!

Must have been a not so good day at Old Brick Pit BBQ cause the ribs were over cooked and extremely dry. The cole slaw had no flavor... Overall a pretty negative experience.

I came here for lunch on a whim and LOVED every single thing I ate. The staff was super friendly and help and the facility was clean and inviting I ordered the pulled pork plate with Mac n cheese and collard greens. The portion size was great and I left feeling satisfied. The food was so tasty that I was unfortunately not able to take a picture. There's plenty of parking on site and they have indoor and outdoor seating for patrons

Love it. This has become my "go to" BBQ place. I have eaten here several times now and tried a few other bbq spots in the area and this is the best easily. This is a classic Georgia bbq spot with indoor and outdoor seating and a fairly limited menu. Don't come here if you don't want bbq. They have pork, ribs, and chicken. Don't expect vegan options. The sauce is a peppery vinegar South Georgia style sauce, no molasses or brown sugar in this sauce. The meat comes nicely smoked and pulled with just a splash of sauce and more sauce on the side. My first couple trips here I stuck with pulled pork and it was good. But now that I have tried the ribs there will be no going back. The ribs are excellent and what put them over the top to 5 stars for me. Alone I would give the pulled pork a solid 4 stars. The stew is good, not perfect, but again a solid 4 out of 5. But those ribs are 5+ all day long. The combination plate is the most expensive thing on the menu at $13.50 and worth every penny. The portions are large. They have sandwiches if you don't want a plate and they are only $3.25. They do serve some adult beverages, but this is no micro brewery pretending to serve bbq, this is real barbecue in the best of Georgia tradition. The only suggestion I could add for the owners is that many bbq places I have visited in south and central Georgia offer a house salad that often comes with a pile of pulled pork on it honestly I would probably never order this, I will stick with the ribs. But I do know people who might. I highly recommend the Old Brick Pit. Enjoy!

Me and my boyfriend went to Old Brick Pit Barbeque. It was his first time there and he loved the two pulled pork sandwiches he got! He said that it was the fastest bbq sandwiches he's ever seen! I had a brisket plate and it was RICH with flavor. This place is a diamond in the rough. Simply put, best BBQ in North Atlanta.

This barbecue is as close to being barbecue from North Carolina as any in the Atlanta metro area. All of their food is delicious. This barbecue restaurant has been open for many years. Old Brick Pit Barbecue has a drive thru window, door actually, that is open until 6:00 pm even though the restaurant is open later.

I have reviewed them before and absolutely loved them. We eat there a lot and I have sent I don't know how many people there to try it. I can say the service has always been lacking, but the food made up for it. Until yesterday. Yesterday I ordered for my husband, me and our two-year-old daughter. It was almost $60 with tip, which is what I was expecting. But they gave us my husband's food and my daughter's food And when we went back inside to tell them that we didn't have my food we were asked what we did with it. We took our stuff out to eat on the patio. I ordered a pork plate and the Brunswick stew didn't have a lid so it's not like I was just gonna go hide it in my car And try to get more food. I was then asked to show my receipt which I had tapped no receipt when paying because I didn't feel like I needed it. She told my husband more than once that she really didn't feel like she needed to give us another pork plate. I didn't get it to begin with! I told him to forget it and they could eat and we would go. She ended up giving me my food and then stood there calling me a liar to the other people there. We won't be back.

After highly disappointing (non) sevice at Fox Bros BBQ in Brookhaven, I drove down the road to Old Brick Pit BBQ and got excellent service and absolutely delicious ribs. Don't know what they marinated them in but they were fantastic even without sauce. Brunswick Stew was good - I'm not the biggest fan of Brunswick Stew so will try a different side next time I come. I came for the ribs and was more than happy with my choice. Don't go to Fox Bros. Come here where the prices are reasonable, food is fabulous and service is excellent!

Stopped by today for the umpteenth time. Another triumph of bbq. I came in on a Wednesday at 1130 and it was already busy. Ample parking and seating made the crowd manageable. The ambiance is "bbq joint ". The smell of smoked meat and burning hardwood permeates the restaurant inside and out. This is a must have in the bbq business. If I don't see a pile of wood and smell smoke, I'm deducting one star right there. I opted for the half chicken with slaw and I added stew just because I can. The stew is real Brunswick stew and not the vegetable soup that some call stew. No peas potatoes or Lima beans here. The chicken was cooked perfectly. A nice sized 1/2 chicken that was juicy and tender with a nice smoke flavor . The slaw is mayo based and is not too sweet or too creamy. The cabbage is grated to a nice consistency. Overall this is a hard act to follow in the bbq world. Solid choice that will not disappoint whether to opt for ribs , pulled pick or chicken.

Good and service was excellent! I first had this place during the pandemic and they had their drive thru open with a limited menu. I went today and it was just as good!

One of my favorite places to eat in Atlanta. Not to exclude the ladies but a helluva place to get a good guy lunch with some work people!

This is the last entrant on Southern Living's 2019 roster of the top 50 BBQ restaurants in the South, and well worth a visit. At lunch, $19.60 purchased a 3 rib plate with sides of mac 'n cheese and Brunswick stew, a large banana pudding, and a can of Diet Coke. The stew combined a soupy texture with the classic, slightly peppery flavor profile. Yum! Alas, the mac 'n cheese offered no surprise, except that it was barely warm. Ah, but the ribs are beautifully prepared, with a slightly sweet rub that seals the moisture into meat that separates cleanly at the bite. The pudding features wafers, pudding and bananas, but no whipped cream. Still, it's not overly sweet, so it does make for a nice finish to a pretty good lunch.

Very good bbq, can't give 5 stars because it is not the best I have ever had but I easily put in the top 5 of Atlanta. If you like Carolina style bbq without being overpowered with vinegar this is a spot for you. Cool old school vibe aswell Definitely recommend

Very cool place. But the BBQ wasn't very good. The pulled pork's texture seemed like it had been sitting out for a while. The stew didn't have much flavor. But it did have pretty good sweet tea and the slaw was pretty good.

Got take out. Great Smokey brisket, chicken and pulled pork. Highly recommend, great sides too, had the Mac and cheese, greens and coleslaw, all were very good

This place needs a new barbecuer or chef because the lack of spice in this food and the fact that they put sugar in their collard greens is a just a pure southern cardinal sin. This place needs a makeover. I was really hoping for better. This place is an insult to people who are actually devoted to barbecuing.

The food is always consistent and great. When I think of old school, fast, economic... feed the people... this is it. They have the Best Brunswick stew and never fatty bbq pork. The Cole slaw is #1, too. If you want fancy, $$$$ this ain't it.

The perfect no-frills bbq joint!! This place has a nice little covered patio and when we came for lunch it was packed! The prices for this place were super cheap and super tasty as well. This is definitely the place to come for some good bbq without the frills and it's reflected in the pricing as well. I got the bbq pork sandwich and brunswick stew and my partner got the bbq pork sandwich and baked beans. The bbq pork sandwich comes with the bbq sauce on the side, so you can add as you like or opt out. I enjoyed the bbq sauce and doused it on the sandwich. The pork was so tender and packed with flavor. The bun is really about as generic as you can get . The sandwich is on the smaller side, but with the pricing you can easily get two. We had a lighter lunch so one was fine for me. The brunswick stew was loaded with meat and some corn and was so good! My partner enjoyed his beans as well, but said they were a little sweet. (We opted not to get the combination plate as we aren't the biggest fans of cole slaw, but the bread on the combination plate is your standard white bread untoasted.) We will most definitely be back as the pricing for this food was unbeatable! (~$15 for food and tip for 2)

BBQ was acceptable but not good. They charge 97cents for a stack of 4 pickles( which are sweet pickles ) and had nothing for kids!

There is more advanced BBQ out there, but you'll have a hard time finding a better cheap eats version. Pulled pork and tea are reliable, but the fall apart ribs are the best grub. The half bird is a great option as well. The house sauce hints at the Carolinas, and the sweet sauce is good. The only thing lacking is a fryer and a toaster, but I can see how that would impact the upkeep costs. Keep it simple.

Food was delicious. Pork, beans, slaw, Mac n cheese. Banana pudding was great! Very laid back. Focus is on food. Friendly.

Today was my first time visiting this restaurant. the food was so well prepared. I ordered a little of everything that chicken sandwich was amazing, the collard green, Mac & cheese, bake beans & coleslaw was really tasty I'm so impressed I'm going to eat there again tomorrow.

I wanted something small, simple, and basic. I was driving down the street and made a quick turn into this place. For a simple bite of bbq. Just a small disclaimer, The sauce here is not the best vinegar base sauce I had so I'm glad it was on the side. I think everything had too much vinegar in it. Maybe it's to cut the natural saltiness of the pork, in not sure, but it's not my cup of tea. My order: I got the 3 rib plate with Brunswick stew, coleslaw and bread. The ribs were tender and they are cooked in with some of the sauce product. The coleslaw was too vinegary for my liking. Brunswick stew also had too much vinegar for my liking. Overall, not the best bbq I had but wasn't that bad. I just think it maybe an overuse of vinegar. I would suggest ordering the ribs only no sauce or seeing how the chicken goes.

Great food and service at a decent price. Would have liked to have more bbq sauce in the to go bag though

I have been eating at this place ever since moving to Atlanta in 1990. The last several times I have been have been very disappointing. Today, the bread was the cheapest on the planet and was stale. The slaw was not fresh. The Barbeque was horrible. I have noticed when passing by at rush hour for dining that the crowd has drastically reduced in size. I do not know what is going on but after today, I will not return. I am being very honest.

Amazing BBQ. Love the pork sandwich, cole slaw, and Brunswick stew. VERY fast service!

Great quality at a good price. Owner is a super nice lady who runs a tight ship. Service is super fast. Get the combo plate with ribs, chopped pork and stew!!

I have been holding off on writing this review for a few weeks. I was really conflicted about my trip here. the food was excellent, the ribs had the light bark in the surface followed by a well defined smoke ring ending with succulent and tender meat. The pulled pork wasn't dried and had a nice taste to it. The slaw was a vinegar base and was tasty. the Mac and cheese fantastic. Then why conflicted you ask? Well the only complaint I had with the food was the provided sauce. It wasn't to my taste. A vinegar based sauce with lots o tomato base. No much more taste than that. Even that didn't dampen the meal because I usually eat good barbecue with sauce. The service was counter service and everyone was friendly so no gigs there. What slowed me down in writing this has more to do with the times we live in and the rapid inflation we have been going through. I just felt for the price I should have gotten more than 3 ribs and a scoop of pork. Especially since the slaw serving was so small. Maybe I'm stuck in another time where inflation wasn't king. The food and staff were great. I will probably be feeling this one over and over in the coming months but the price for what you got was uncomfortable. Sorry if I am penalizing the restaurant for the times we live.

Absolutely satisfying BBQ place. There are other BBQ restaurants that serve higher quality but they tend to cost little extra. But this place is affordable and the plate is worth every penny. Definitely love it and always in my lunch option!

Received horrible customer service. Served cold and stale hamburger buns. No effort to resolve the problem, just a shrug of the shoulders as if to say "oh well".

Amazing food I'm from Oklahoma City was down here for a week and it was absolutely phenomenal

Brand new to this place, I tried it because it is convenient to Costco where I had an errand. It's a good thing I didn't read the restaurant description, because I didn't think I liked vinegar-based barbecue, but this was delicious! I got the half rack of ribs and it was falling off the bone! That is what I'm always looking for when I get ribs. These were so falling off the bone it seemed they were never attached! They had a great seasoning and mild smoky flavor. I like that I could just order the ribs, and not bother with any of the sides. I'm all about the meat. Even though I requested sauce on the side, I could tell that they were basted with some sauce during cooking, which is fine. Just a few extra carbs for this keto girl, but totally worth it! I will definitely be back for the ribs at this place, and may try some pulled pork or the chicken sometime soon.

Brunswick stew is delicious!!! First time going there was take out and after eating the brunswick stew I immediately called them to ask the ingredients!!!!! it was soooooo good!

I like the pork combination with pork, ribs, Brunswick stew and slaw. They serve good sized portions of delicious food. Dining is inside or outside under their covered porch. They use additional heat lamps for warmth during the winter. Friendly staff and good food is a winning combination!

This place is..odd. Ribs: average but tender Coleslaw: very decent Brunswick stew: tomato-heavy but tasty Pulled pork: tasted really odd. Couldn't eat it. Bbq sauce: also odd, like it was made by someone who had heard about vinegar based sauces but never tasted one. I don't think I'll be back.

130 reviews, open since 1976. Then, I see places open since 1990 that boil ribs and have 1855 reviews (all as of the time I wrote this updated review). It absolutely baffles me. To me, (I know, I can't believe I am about to say it, I am welcome to any feedback so bring it) that tells me that people don't know what solid, pit cooked BBQ really is. I am writing a 5 star update (as my first review was also 5 stars), because it had been a few years between visits. And, it warmed my heart to know, that the only thing that changed about this place was the exterior (it got a face lift, and it looks nice!) and new furniture to sit on! About 10 months ago, I brought my mom here after we went to go to the pet crematory (that is literally down the street) to pick out an urn for our last pup who passed. It was hopping at lunch time, and rightfully so. I got the combo plate (3 rib, pork, stew, slaw, shite bread, crackers). It came out quickly, and damn was it good. Then, a few months later, I knew it was time to go back and let a good friend know about the place. I thought it would be a gamble if it would be the style of BBQ she would like (as here, they praise the pig). But, I figured for an $11 combo plate that leaves you satisfied, it wouldn't go wrong. Thankfully, she enjoyed it. And for me, I did to. Everytime I come here it has been the same- consistently delicious, with the same flavors. It also has some of my favorite stew around too- with a nice peppery kick to it. Hell, thanks to this place, I now actually eat cole slaw with the pork (it is a nice combo to the palette). The ribs fall off the bone, and have this amazing pink ring on it from the smoke. These are some of my favorite ribs in the southeast (and the meat falls off the bone, not because they are steam blasted either!)- I would like to know your thoughts! I don't usually drink it, but the sweet tea is awesome here too. If you don't feel like dealing with crowds, it is usually less crowded for dinner, but I am not sure why. If I lived closer I would probably come here 3-4X a week. This is also one of the (if not the only) place in Metro Atlanta with an indoor pit cooker like they have- it is pretty impressive, and what I would do to have one in my house... The BBQ craft is true here, it is humble here (the big sign out front that says BAR-B-Q) serving on styrofoam and lunch trays. I would say that environmentalists would have a fit here, but whatever. Look at this way, would you rather drive a '68 Mustang GT500 Fastback or a 2005 Toyota Prius? I would take the Mustang, anyday. This place is legendary, like the Mustang, and it should not be missed. I will say it again, this is probably my favorite BBQ joints in the entire state, and easily top 5 in the country!

I came in a Sat. Afternoon and ordered the combo. The Brunswick stew was excellent. The ribs were O.K. Truth be told, I bought BBQ at a gas station hookup yesterday and it was better than this. Will I drive out of my way to return???

My only complaint is that when I get takeout, I always have to ask for more bbq sauce! Yes, the vinegary bbq sauce, SO good! I have been eating here since I was a kid. I just recently moved back to Brookhaven, which is very close, and I am addicted again!!! I always order the pulled pork, a side of slaw, 2 pieces of bread, and brunswick stew. I will say that I always ask for extra bbq sauce, and the single serving of coleslaw is too small, so I order a bigger portion. The baked beans are also delicious. I can't say I have been to a better BBQ place! I am in love! I will be ordering a bunch for new years football games, yum!!!!!

The food is good, but tonight I was a bit disappointed with the service. I ordered a Peach Cobbler only there were only 2 peaches and nothing but crust and peach sauce. When I spoke to the lead cashier and showed her the cobbler, all she could say was I'm sorry there is nothing that I can do. This obviously looked like the last section from the pan. I saw another patron who got a cobbler after me and it looked like a normal serving. This was not my first time eating there and probably won't be my last, but very disappointed with this experience. (11/18/23)

The food is by far the best in Atlanta and absolutely amazing. However, the two women at the front that take your order were very rude and made me feel very uncomfortable. They were just awful. My family knew the original owner and we've been coming there for years and I've never been treated that way at any restaurant that I've ever been to. I am very disappointed in the service

I love the renovations they made to this place - it's so much fresher and has a cute retro look from outside now. The food is very good, and everything is consistent except for the ribs, which can occasionally be sinewy and disappointing. Great new outdoor covered space.

I've been eating at this place since I was a little kid. I've always loved the pork sandwiches. All of the sides are good. Excellent cole slaw and sweet tea. They have the best ice in Atlanta.

I ordered to-go combo. The portion size is so small you can consider it a kids meal. I can't attest to the tasty right now, as I haven't tried it. I was so upset about the portions, that I ordered 2 more combos from a restaurant. Literally this is a thigh portion and a thimble of potato salad (literally a sauce side size) for $15.00. Don't order to go. Maybe eating in is worth it.

Popped in here for a quick bite and good BBQ. I got my food almost immediately after I ordered. I tried the barbecue sandwich and Mac n cheese. The were both great! I also got the peach cobbler for desert. Great way to finish your meal.

This place is great. The food and service was outstanding. Will definitely eat here again