Absolute BBQ

Absolute BBQ is an authentic barbecue restaurant that features whole hog cooked over live coals, as well as spare ribs, beef brisket, sliced chicken and more. Recognized by publications such as the Washington Post and Washington Magazine, Absolute BBQ features wood-burning ovens and offers patrons a group-friendly dining experience.

For old-timers in the DC area, a hint: this address once functioned as Ben’s Whole Hog Barbecue, a top barbecue destination. Fortunately, the same owners reopened the funky little place, and quite appropriately call it “Absolute” --- maybe as in this is absolutely the only place to get your barbecue fix. With country-cottage looks and casual décor, Absolute operates via a cafeteria line, but...

Absolute BBQ is an locally owned and ran business in Northern Virginia. Formally know as Ben's Whole Hog BBQ, Absolute BBQ has new fire and is burning HOT!

Absolute BBQ brings southern living and classic BBQ to an urban area. With its rustic feel inside the restaurant and its delicious "soul food" eats, you will feel like you jumped back in time. The food portions will more than cover anyone's...

BBQ caterer and restaurant. Smoked pulled pork, ribs, chicken, more. Catering for groups up to 2000. Beer, Wine. Just ask!

Friendly BBQ restaurant and barbecue caterer featuring whole hog barbecue cooked over live coals. Pulled pork, spare ribs, chicken, pulled beef, beef brisket, and turkey. Fresh sides including cole slaw, potato salad, seasonal salads, pork & beans, cornbread and more. Serving bottled beer, beer on tap and wine. Washington Post referred to Absolute BBQ’s pit master as “one of the Deep South’s...