Stamey's Barbecue

Just had this for dinner - this a is typical takeout dinner "go-to" for my family - it's quick, easy, and has something for everyone! The star rating and some of the reviews baffle me - so, I felt compelled to add my "2 cents." OK - it's not the most amazing dinner you will ever have... BUT it's a really good - and tasty - Greensboro/NC staple! Because it's a staple, soooo many have their own biased opinions - admittedly, including mine. Stamey's is the answer to that horrible and almost too late night question: "Wth are we doing for dinner? What's quick, not a typical fast food chain, and pretty good with something on the menu to satisfy everyone?" I find everything good - from the bbq to the hotdogs to the bbq chicken to the hush puppies to the red slaw (love this!) to the collards... and I LOVE the Brunswick stew! Also, I've never had a single stale cracker from here ... and if I did, I still wouldn't care - because I'm not coming here for a frickin' cracker (what kind of silly review did I read!!?!!!!)! The salads are basic, but the ranch dressing is drinkable (if you're a ranch person) and don't miss the sauce for the bbq - the vinegar one (if you're a vinegar person)! They sell it by the bottle for us fan gals and pals! The food is good! It's a bbq joint with delicious southern staples! 5 stars for consistency and a safe bet on lunch/dinner, EVERY time! PS - the milkshakes and cobblers deserve more than 5 stars!

For NC bbq, Stamey's offers a solid take at great prices. People who aren't familiar with NC bbq may rate the pork lower but if you know how it differs from other styles of bbq, you can better appreciate it. Chopped pork is going to have a softer mushier texture than pulled pork. You won't get the heavy smoke flavor like other forms of bbq. The sauce is suppose to be watery and vinegar and not thick and bold. If you come in expecting Texas bbq then you'll be disappointed. If you understand these differences then you know Stameys keeps true to the style. Their red vinegar slaw is addicting. It's sweet unlike the typical white slaw you get. Their collards are packed with smokey flavor. The hush puppies have great texture though I found myself wanting something to dip them in. The Brunswick stew was some of the best I've had and worth a try. The peach cobbler with vanilla soft serve was the perfect way to end the meal and a must get. A regular plate at $10 is a steal. Large portion size loaded with meat and more than enough food for one person. Great friendly service and food came out fast.

I use the drive thru usually and the service is so fast. Food is always good! I love crinkle fries and this is my favorite place to get them! I think the prices are really affordable.

I really enjoyed my experience at Stamey's! The employees were so kind and seemed to genuinely enjoy their jobs! This is my first time trying NC BBQ and I thoroughly enjoyed it! The chopped pork was very rich but the vinegary sauce and vinegar based coleslaw paired well with it and cut through the richness. They also have delicious hush puppies and hot sauce! The restaurant was packed, but we had great service. Very happy to have been recommended this place!

It was good but not great. Definitely lacking and a little dry. Price was fair and it was quick to come out

This review is probably going to surprise a lot of the people who know me well, but as per usual, I always try to keep an open mind whenever I go to a restaurant, regardless of any past experiences or memories I may have had over the many many years I have lived in the Triad. To that note, Stamey's was never one of my personal go-to BBQ places, even though it has been a staple haunt of my family at large for longer than I can remember.We had a family member who had moved far away come back to Greensboro to visit, and they were craving the nostalgia of a Stamey's trip with the family. The Battleground location is where we always went due to home proximity, and though that location burnt down and has since been rebuilt, it still has a pretty familiar feeling in there just with some more modern touches, all positive.If I said it has been 7 or 8 years since my last Stamey's trip, that would be true. I will say emphatically, that many things have improved since my last visit. Most notable, the customer service. Our server was energetic, patient, and exceptionally responsive even with a large group that was taking more time than usual. Service was always prompt before, but not always friendly. The restaurant was clean, and the prices remain very approachable for the average family. The food tastes the same, but has improved, if that makes sense. In all honesty, I have always wanted more smokey flavor in Stamey's Q and would really loved to see it pulled instead of chopped which would keep it more moist. What has gotten better, the basic chopped BBQ sandwich is nice and loaded with a generous amount of Q and the right amount of slaw to match. I am more of a "white slaw" person, and would love to see that on offer, but that is not their way here. New to the restaurant since my last visit is the "Hot" BBQ sauce at the table, which adds more pepper and I think tomato sauce to their classic vinegar sauce. THIS was a welcome addition for me, and I think makes a big difference in the ending taste of the sandwich. The sandwich combo came with some good hot fries, and a drink (great tea), none of which I can complain about.I also got a hot dog to go with it, and again, this is an area where white slaw would be appreciated. The flavor of the red slaw kind of dominates the whole thing, and after I took some off, it was better. I do like the frank they are using, and the chili is good enough.In general, I came away from this Stamey's experience much more pleased than I had expected to, and that is a big win for the restaurant. I like some of the small changes, and while I would love to see some big ones, I'll take the improvements where I can get them. Cheers to the staff at this location for making it a solid evening.

Busy times at lunch today for this Stamey's location, but I was still able to find a seat without waiting too long. The restaurant is a seat-yourself arrangement with a rustic feel, simple and maybe a bit noisy due to the crowds, but comfortable all the same. The waitstaff was quick to welcome me and to take my order, and service remained timely and accurate throughout my stay. Brunswick stew seems particularly appropriate this time of year, and so I ordered a cup. Plenty of veggies in there, but I couldn't find much meat among them. The flavor was pretty good but not amazing. My pulled pork sandwich was more impressive than the stew, especially in the amount of barbecue and slaw aboard it. Stamey's pork is a bit drier than I prefer, but the slaw helps out with that. I added a hot dog as well to round out my meal, adorned with slaw as well as mustard, onions, and chili. The frankfurter gets lost a bit beneath all that, especially overwhelmed by the slaw. In short, Stamey's doesn't win any awards for me, but if I'm in the area and in the mood for a quick meal (and prompt service) it's a place I'll return to. 3.25 stars. Maybe 3.5.

I usually utilize the drive through and am always impressed with how fast it is. The staff is always friendly and the food is great. Great value. This is one restaurant that I don't feel the prices have increased much. It's been a while since I've ate inside but service is always good.

This was a trial for someone who never had BQ and they loved it! We got the quart chicken and hush puppies with dinner rolls along with the cobbler.The service was quick and their BBQ sauce deliciously sweet and spicy. The hush puppies were crispy and chicken juicy! The sad part was the cobbler as it tasted raw and hence 4 stars.We only had take out so can not comment on the ambience, but it looked like a nice restaurant for the few minutes i was there for.

Came here while visiting family in Greensboro,NC. The Brunswick Stew was very good and just how it's supposed to be. Seated promptly. Drinks and food came in a timely manner. The chopped pork bbq but not as juicy on its own as some I've had, however, adding the vinegar sauce mixes well with it and creates a great flavor.My bbq had some bark in it and will try to request "no bark" next time. Hushpuppies were average but good. I was not impressed by the French fries. Plates are priced reasonable and is a good portion. Sweet tea was perfect. Our server was nice, friendly and attentive - checking on us and coming by to refill our sweet tea. Ambiance - Place was clean, well-lit and not loud. Lots of parking. The place has a drive-thru which I think is a plus. I will definitely return when I come back to visit Greensboro,NC.