I am from the South, and sometimes, I miss authentic barbeque. I actually dream about the hush puppies. All of the southern goodies that I love, done just the way I like them: hush puppies, collard greens with a kick, grits, sweet tea and, oh yeah... BBQ!!! This is a great place to meet friends and sit outside by one of the firepits, too.

I visited Wilson Country BBQ on a busy Friday night, and despite the crowd, the food arrived quickly. You order at the counter and receive a text when your meal is ready. The tables were all pretty sticky and dirty, as there didn't seem to be any staff cleaning up after guests. The food itself was tasty. The fried chicken sandwich with coleslaw was excellent, crispy and flavorful. The fries were outstanding. The mac and cheese felt a bit too plain for a BBQ spot and could use some improvement.

My review might start off sounding negative but it does turn out positive in other ways. This is a more unique place with excellent food! This place is not your standard sit-down, waited on restaurant. Essentially, you walk in to place your order, hopefully know what you want (not to hold up the line), then hope to find a place to sit. Very different concept that wasn't my style but I can understand if others enjoy it. The lady that took our order did mention that it can be 'cutthroat' to find a place to sit, whether a group of 2 or a large party. I was there shortly after opening on a Sunday in January & it was already busy. Must be a hot spot! I can tell by other reviews. Few things to note, to prepare NEW CUSTOMERS: - If you've never been here before, it feels pressured to order. - Be prepared to pay at the ordering stage. There are laminated menus that you can take to a table then go back to order if you need more time. - You fetch your own drinks & meals when ready (status provided via text). - Silverware is already on the table, along with bottles of sauces & brown paper towels on a roll. - There are clearly marked places to clear your food, leave the tray(s), silverware, etc. when done eating. SERVICE & FOOD: My husband's full rack of ribs was going to take 5 minutes longer to cook vs. my order of a chicken sandwich. The lady that took our order brought out an appetizer plate of ribs to hold him over until it was completed so he wasn't sitting there empty handed. They were right back out with his full rack of ribs. Which, by the way, was sooooo good! The side of smoked beans & mac & cheese were great. BATHROOMS: Easy to find, super clean, smell nice. Women's bathroom has 5 or 6 stalls. Option to use paper to dry hands or air. SUGGESTIONS: - Wet naps at the tables for people to clean up from ribs / hand-held food. - Silverware that is wrapped. - A way for a customer to wipe their own table to 'assist' with the turnover of tables as people wait for a place to eat. SO much food that we took it home. I'd love to say more but my review would get too long. We won't likely be back, but know that the food is up to par. Super chill staff & some of the nicest we've encountered.

Happy hour was fun here. Half price appetizers and some beer and wine also. The parking was a huge issue but I expect that for the area. Plenty of tables available and the appetizers we ordered were all very good. The pimento dip with the saltines was my favorite. Im not a beer drinker but was happy to see wine specials on their happy hour menu.

The food is absolutely unreal, the best BBQ in Portland in my opinion. We tried both the Baby Back ribs plate and BBQ chicken plate, both of which were 10/10. The mashed potatoes were a surprise hit, better than the mac and baked beans. The space is huge, great for big groups. PS: Take a key lime pie to go!

Food is good--home cooking should be so tasty. The greens are actually my favorite part of the meal--and it is a nice sized portion that they give. The barbecue is outstanding--I crave it. The North Carolina style is just fantastic, smoky and saucy. Service is sort of hit or miss if you aren't having cocktails. If you are, they are on point. Would I recommend? Heck yes.

Delicious FCS! And great beer selection! This place will be a staple of Portland for years to come!

We continue to be big fans of Wilson County Barbecue. We visit here at least 4 times of year, and bringing friends and family to try. We love brunch and we love lunch/dinner, so we tend to come when brunch menu and lunch menu overlap. Must haves for us... Egg, bacon and cheese biscuit sandwiches Fried Chicken Sandwich Ribs Hush Puppies Mashed potatoes Love their food so much!!! Love their service!!! There's always plenty of seating. And I love the fact they have a roll of papertowels on the table, because I'm messy and need all the help I can get. LOL There are sauces on the tables, however, the food for me, never needed any sauce. They have a full bar with many beverage options. For non alcoholic options, there are few options, however the main feature of this restaurant is the food. I don't like the parking situation in the neighborhood, as most of it is parallel parking and limited time allowed. You can order food to go, if you can't stay. It's worth it. One item I might say is a pass for me is the chicken and waffles.

My boyfriend and I enjoy going to Wilson County BBQ. A little pricey but good BBQ. My boyfriend loooves the fries but I do not a lot of people like them but they definitely have a very specific taste and very specific seasoning. That is my opinion on them, but you may love them. Dining room is all seat yourself and you walk up to order food and pick up your food at a Pick Up area. Water is serve yourself as well.