- pit favorite -
Trio Platter
Choose any three meats! With a choice of two sides & cornbread.
★ Get in here and eat! ★
Willard's Real Pit BBQ
Since the smoker first lit, Willard's has been chasing one thing - honest BBQ done the long way. North Carolina pulled pork, St. Louis ribs, Texas sliced brisket, served in the greater Northern Virginia area.
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We bring the smoke to you
FEED THE
FEED THE
WHOLE CREW
Whether it's a backyard bash, corporate lunch, holiday party, or family reunion, Willard's catering brings the cue to you with generous portions of meat and sides that will steal the show.
Call 703-488-9971 to place your order.
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Know someone who loves great BBQ? Send them straight to the pit. Willard's gift cards are the perfect gift for any occasion — birthdays, holidays, or just because.
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Low & slow, every day
The Pit Tells the Truth
Real pit BBQ isn't fancy. It's patient. It's a 12-hour conversation between hardwood smoke and a serious cut of meat - pork shoulder pulled by hand, St. Louis spareribs dry-rubbed and glazed late, brisket worked until that bark turns mahogany.
We're a Northern Virginia BBQ joint with deep North Carolina roots. Vinegar-based pulled pork, mac & cheese cooked in real cream, greens that aren't from a can, and cornbread that'll make snobs out of regular folks. Big portions. Honest prices. No shortcuts.
Whether you're feeding two or feeding the whole crew with a Supper for 6, you're getting the same pit, the same recipes, the same attention. That's the only way we know how.
- smoked daily, no microwaves harmed.
SMOKED
LOW &
SLOW
LOW &
SLOW
- two of a kind -
Duo Platter
Choose any two meats! With a choice of two sides & cornbread.
- the classic -
NC Pulled Pork Sandwich
When folks say "Gimme a BBQ sandwich," this is what they mean. North Carolina style, vinegar-based pulled pork, smoked low & slow. With choice of two sides.
- ribs done right -
1/2 Slab St. Louis Cut Rib Platter
St. Louis cut pork spareribs (about 6), dry-rubbed, smoked, and glazed to finish. With two sides and cornbread.
- a little of everything -
Triple Play Sliders
Three sliders - one pulled pork, one pulled chicken, and one chopped beef. With choice of two sides.
- bring the whole crew -
Supper for 6
1.5 slabs of ribs, 2 half chickens, 2 pints of BBQ meat, 4 pints of sides, 6 cornbread & 6 rolls. BBQ sauces & pickles included.
From folks who showed up hungry
Word from the Picnic Table
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This store is dangerous good!!! Everything is so amazing, ribs OMG!!!! Brisket is amazing!!! The way food is packed is the best, taken care of, and wrapped nicely! The amount of food you're getting is more than enough.- Misha D.
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Best BBQ I've had outside of Texas. The brisket is perfectly smoked — tender, juicy, with a beautiful bark. Portions are huge and the sides are just as good as the meat. Will be back every week.- James T.
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We ordered catering for our company event and everyone was blown away. The pulled pork and ribs disappeared in minutes. Willard's made us look like heroes. Highly recommend for any big gathering!- Sarah K.
Where the smoke rises
Chantilly, VA 20151 (703) 488-9970
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Find the Smoke
Chantilly
4300 Chantilly Shopping Center DrChantilly, VA 20151 (703) 488-9970
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When We're Firing
Chantilly
- Sunday10:30 AM – 8:00 PM
- Monday10:30 AM – 8:30 PM
- Tuesday10:30 AM – 8:30 PM
- Wednesday10:30 AM – 8:30 PM
- Thursday10:30 AM – 8:30 PM
- Friday10:30 AM – 9:00 PM
- Saturday10:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Reston
- Sunday10:30 AM – 8:00 PM
- Monday10:30 AM – 8:00 PM
- Tuesday10:30 AM – 8:00 PM
- Wednesday10:30 AM – 8:00 PM
- Thursday10:30 AM – 8:00 PM
- Friday10:30 AM – 8:30 PM
- Saturday10:30 AM – 8:30 PM
Pit fires up early, runs 'til close.
The stuff folks always wanna know
Pit Questions
What meals do you serve?
Willard's Real Pit BBQ serves authentic American BBQ, perfect for casual dining and family gatherings in Reston, VA. Our menu features slow-smoked favorites like the NC Pulled Pork Sandwich, St. Louis Cut Rib Platter, and Triple Play Sliders. Build your own feast with the Duo or Trio Platter, choosing your meats, two sides, and cornbread. Every dish is crafted with real pit BBQ techniques, delivering bold, smoky flavors. Whether you're craving ribs, pulled pork, or chopped beef, Willard's has something for every BBQ lover.
Do you offer delivery or takeout?
Yes, we offer both delivery and pickup. Order your favorite BBQ conveniently online or by phone.
Where are you located?
Willard's Real Pit BBQ is located at 4300 Chantilly Shopping Center Dr, Chantilly, VA 20151. We also have a second pit at 11790 Baron Cameron Ave, Reston, VA 20190.
What areas do you serve?
Willard's Real Pit BBQ proudly serves Reston, Herndon, Sterling, Ashburn, Dulles, Great Falls, McLean, Vienna, Oakton, Centerville, Chantilly, and more! We bring authentic pit BBQ to Northern Virginia's finest neighborhoods and communities.