Nothing says summer in Virginia quite like a front porch and a healthy dose of barbecue. Luckily, you can find both at the BBQ Exchange, a gem of a restaurant in Gordonsville, Virginia. While this restaurant is open year-round, there’s something about being able to dine out on the front porch that makes the experience extra-special. Here’s more on what you can look forward to from your visit to the BBQ Exchange.

Attention, barbecue fans! Virginia is home to an impressive array of smokehouses, but perhaps none is more alluring than BBQ Exchange. For one, the front porch is perfect for enjoying a meal out with friends and family.

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Secondly, the meats are smoked daily just outside the restaurant using time-honed methods. Photographed below is a batch of mouthwatering brisket.

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Of course, just about everything on the menu is worth sampling. Diners can choose from countless homemade sides, such as hush puppies, collard greens, mac and cheese, and more.

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One of the most popular orders is the Pork Belly BBQ Sandwich, served with sautéed onions and peppers and topped with bacon mustard sauce.

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There are lots of other sandwiches to sample, too, and some of them are specials. This apple and sparerib combo is a must-try. Diners frequently report that the barbecue here is so delectable that it’s worth driving more than two hours to try some!

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Plus, there’s a variety of homemade sweets to finish off your meal. How incredible do these miniature gourmet cupcakes look?

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Have you sampled the barbecue from BBQ Exchange or enjoyed a meal on their front porch? If so, we’d love to hear all about it! For more information, be sure to follow along on Facebook.

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Looking for more fabulous barbecue to enjoy locally? Check out some of these must-try barbecue restaurants in Virginia.

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Address: Barbeque Exchange, 102 Martinsburg Ave, Gordonsville, VA 22942, USA