08/13/2026
Local Restaurant Spotlight: If you haven’t driven past 4605 Chester Square Rd and caught the smell of hickory smoke in the air, you’re missing out on one of Chester’s best-kept secrets. Allman’s BBQ cooks their pit right out front of the store, so you can watch the slow smoking before it ever hits your plate.
This isn’t a chain BBQ joint — it’s a small locally owned family tradition, with the King family bringing decades of pit-cooking know-how to every order. Expect fall-apart brisket, smoked BBQ, homemade sides, desserts, and milkshakes to wash it all down.
A word to the wise: Allman’s keeps a limited schedule (open Wednesday through Saturday) and once the day’s BBQ is gone, it’s gone. Get there early for the best selection!
📍 4605 Chester Square Rd, Chester, VA 23831
📞 (804) 318-1927
Photo and Food Credit: Allman’s BBQ