Vandy's -b-q (downtown) - Statesboro

This restaurant offers authentic southern barbecue just as it should be. The Brunswick stew is outstanding. Service is quick, and while the atmosphere is quite simple, we were there for the food and it did not disappoint.

Fantastic barbecue! Definitely try the brisket. I wasn't a fan of the BBQ sandwiches on plain white bread, as they tended to fall apart.

I ordered the large BBQ sandwich on white bread, and it arrived quickly. It was just as delicious as I remembered. My server, Gin, was friendly, efficient, and very helpful.

The BBQ is great, sauce is solid, and potato salad satisfying. However, the best part to me is the Brunswick stew. Great deal for a small plate. Recommend coming to the original over the mall location.

My Great-Grandma, Grandma, Mother, and myself and all of my South Georgia family and beyond have been patrons of Vandy's since they began. I have shared a table with many friends and family members for a variety of holidays, family reunions, or just a weekday lunch. Since moving away from the area in 2001, I have made a point to visit every chance I can. I have moved from South GA to Augusta to Florida all the way up to Western NC and traveled near and far around this country trying to find that Vandy's flavor again, but NOTHING compares to the original. Each time I make my BBQ pilgrimage to Statesboro, I take (at least) a couple pounds of BBQ and a gallon of Brunswick Stew (the best in the world) home, to not only feed my hunger but to feed my soul. My wish for this South Georgia Icon is to never go out of business, because to me; Vandy's BBQ is more than just a restaurant. The old screen door creaking open to the building on Vine holds special memories of family members since passed. The smells of the pit and sounds of chopping BBQ reminds me of conversations, laughter, and even tears shared over a cold cup of Sweet Tea and slices of Sunbeam bread. I believe this is a perfect example of what sets Southern cooking apart from any other region, because without the feelings of nostalgia attached to each delicious bite....it's just food.