Barbecue restaurant in Washington, DC
DCity Smokehouse is a proudly Black-owned barbecue restaurant that has been serving smokehouse classics in Washington, DC since 2013. The business started in a small space on Florida Avenue and North Capitol Street in the Bloomingdale neighborhood and has since grown to a second location in Historic Anacostia at 1301 Marion Barry Ave SE. At the heart of the operation is a custom smokehouse where signature items like brisket and ribs are smoked for 8 to 10 hours to develop deep, slow-cooked flavor. The menu features award-winning brisket and ribs, pit-smoked wings, half smokes, and a daily-made Mac & Jack cheese, along with fresh wings and coleslaw prepared each day. A standout BBQ sampler platter brings together dry-rubbed pork ribs, brisket, green chile cheese grits, and hush puppies. DCity Smokehouse emphasizes freshness, sustainability, and support for local vendors as core values, aiming to strengthen its ties to the DC community with every plate served. The restaurant's reputation has drawn recognition from outlets including the Washington Post and Thrillist, which have named it among the best barbecue spots in the country. Now with more than a decade in business, DCity Smokehouse continues to serve both longtime DC locals and visitors seeking authentic, slow-smoked barbecue.





