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

Great southern barbecue the way it's supposed to be. The Brunswick stew is excellent. Quick service. Pretty basic atmosphere, but we were there for the food and not disappointed.

Great bbq. Order the brisket. BBQ sandwich’s on plain white bread I didn’t like because they fall apart.

I had the large BBQ sandwich on light bread (sandwich bread) It was served quickly and was as good as I remembered. Gin was the server and was friendly, efficient and 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.