Virgil's Real BBQ - NYC
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Virgil's Real BBQ opened in Times Square, New York City, in 1994. Renowned for its Southern-style barbecue, the restaurant serves up classic American comfort food, including ribs, catfish, and a variety of traditional sides. Virgil's is celebrated for its lively atmosphere and generous portions, making it a staple for locals and tourists seeking authentic BBQ in the heart of Manhattan.
The Visit
Dinner at Virgil's was a hearty, classic BBQ experience in the heart of New York. The reviewer and family sampled a range of Southern favorites, including ribs, fried catfish, and a medley of sides. The standout was the crispy, flavorful catfish, recommended by their server, while the ribs impressed with their fall-off-the-bone tenderness. Sides like potato salad, coleslaw, and mac and cheese rounded out the meal, though opinions on the mac and cheese were mixed.
What They Ate
Quotes
"Now we have come to a place called Virgil's. This place is famous for their barbecue."
"My dad and my sister were craving ribs. So both of them have ordered ribs."
"I ordered the catfish. I'm going to dig in and try that right now. I cannot wait."
"Our server recommended this to me. So I've got the fried catfish with whatever this is. I don't know what that is. I'm just going to dunk that in there. Amazing. Mm-hmm. That's really good."
"Now, the ribs look absolutely beautiful. I'm not a meat eater, so I'm absolutely useless. I'm the worst person in here. The ribs look like brontosaurus ribs from Fred Flintstone. They look really good. My sister was pulling them apart. They were falling off the bone. She looks really happy with them."
Our Reflection
Virgil's offered a true taste of Southern BBQ in the bustling heart of Manhattan, bringing together family and comfort food in generous portions. The reviewer’s enthusiasm for the catfish and the vivid description of the ribs evoke the spirit of communal dining and indulgence. Even with mixed feelings about the sides, the experience was about more than just the food—it was about sharing a classic New York moment with loved ones, savoring both the flavors and the memories created around the table.
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