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Virgil's Upper West Side
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American·Upper West Side, New York

Virgil's Upper West Side

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Staff is knowledgeable and menu items are clearly marked gluten-free, with several meats and sides available; no dedicated fryer, but recent reviews are strongly positive about safe handling.

Gluten-Free Offerings

0GF Score
Cross-Contamination
Medium

Shared prep surfaces or fryer. Confirm practices on arrival.

Staff Knowledge
High

Staff are knowledgeable and can guide GF diners confidently.

Illness Reports
None

No GF-related illness reports found in recent data.

GF Labeling
Clearly labeled
GF Options
12 items identified
GF Sentiment
Mostly positive

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About

Virgil's on the Upper West Side is a go-to spot for take-out barbecue, known for its smoked meats and Southern comfort food. It's a neighborhood staple for those craving hearty meals like Texas brisket and Carolina pulled pork. This location is all about convenience, offering quick bites and catering options. The restaurant is part of the Alicart Restaurant Group, which…

GF Menu
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12 items
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STARTERS
BBQ Chicken Wings
Virgil's Hickory-Smoked Jumbo Chicken Wings — 3 whole wings slow-smoked and tossed in your choice of classic wing sauce, tangy Carolina Gold or bold chili garlic sauce, served with blue cheese dip and carrots.
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VIRGIL'S FAVORITES PLATES
Memphis Style Pork Spare Rib Plate
Dry rubbed and hickory smoked; served with choice of two small homemade sides and cornbread.
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Texas Beef Brisket
Slow smoked, sliced to order, BBQ sauce smoked; served with choice of two small homemade sides and cornbread.
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Barbecued 1/2 Chicken
Seasoned with Virgil's dry rub, slow smoked, finished on the grill with BBQ sauce; served with choice of two small homemade sides and cornbread.
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Carolina Pulled Pork
Seasoned pork butts, slow smoked for 12–14 hours, with BBQ sauce and dry rub; served with choice of two small homemade sides and cornbread.
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PITMASTER PLATTERS OUR SPECIALTY
The Pig Out!
Feeds two. Memphis style pork spare ribs, barbecued chicken, sliced Texas beef brisket and Carolina pulled pork, served with cornbread and choice of 2 sides.
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BBQ Combo (Pick Two Items)
Feeds one. Pick two of Memphis style pork spare ribs, barbecued chicken, or sliced Texas beef brisket; served with cornbread and choice of 2 sides.
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Family Pig Out
Feeds four. Full rack of Memphis style pork spare ribs, whole barbecued chicken, 1 lb sliced Texas beef brisket, 1 lb Carolina pulled pork, two large sides and 6 pieces cornbread.
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FOR THE TABLE
Collard Greens With Ham Hock
Slow cooked collard greens with smoked bacon.
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Hickory Pit Baked Beans
Pinto beans smoked with beef brisket, bacon, brown sugar and molasses.
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Cole Slaw
Creamy coleslaw with mayo, mustard, and bread & butter pickles.
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Cowboy Caviar
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Logistics
Address
2452 Broadway, New York, NY 10024, USA
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