Tucked along East Rochambeau Drive in Williamsburg, Virginia, Pierce’s Pitt Bar-B-Que has been serving smoky, slow-cooked goodness since 1961. What started as a humble roadside smokehouse has grown into one of the most beloved barbecue landmarks on the East Coast.
With over 7,000 glowing reviews and a reputation built on decades of dedication, this place is much more than just a meal stop. If you have ever wondered what keeps people coming back year after year, the answer just might be in the sauce.
A Legacy That Started in 1961
More than six decades ago, a small barbecue counter opened its doors in Williamsburg, Virginia, and nothing in the local food scene was ever quite the same. Pierce’s Pitt Bar-B-Que launched in 1961, making it one of the oldest continuously operating barbecue spots in the entire Commonwealth of Virginia.
Back then, the concept was simple: slow-cook the meat, keep the quality high, and let the flavors do the talking. That philosophy has never changed…