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Explore Sweet Fire Donna’s menu featuring slow-smoked brisket, pulled pork, Honey Jack Salmon, and bold BBQ flavors. Enjoy generous portions, house sauces, and savory sides like mac and cheese and collard greens at this top-rated Alexandria barbecue spot.
Sweet Fire Donna's serves up authentic barbecue in the heart of Alexandria, VA, blending tradition with bold flavors. Their menu highlights smoked meats like tender pulled pork, savory brisket sandwiches, and juicy turkey, each served on classic potato Kaiser rolls. For those craving variety, the Sweet Fire Sampler offers an indulgent mix of brisket, pulled pork, chicken, and pork spare ribs, paired with house-made sides and cornbread—perfect for sharing.
What truly sets Sweet Fire Donna's apart is its range of house-crafted sauces—from the smoky, honey-chipotle to the tangy Carolina Treet, a beloved signature. Diners can customize every bite, creating a dynamic tasting experience. Sides like creamy mac and cheese and flavorful collard greens complement the rich meats effortlessly.
Despite some dry brisket notes, the hearty portions, welcoming atmosphere, and consistent quality make Sweet Fire Donna's a must-visit for barbecue lovers seeking bold, comforting flavors with Southern soul.
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Smoked Salmon marinated in a honey jack sauce made with garlic, red onions, chipotle peppers, jalapeños and topped with scallions. Served with your choice of 1 side OR make it a salad
Traditional Beef Hot Dog Topped With Smoked Ground Beef Chili, Shredded Cheddar Cheese and Scallions ***Limited Supply**
4, fried and tossed tenders in your choice of sauce.
Pulled chicken, bbq sauce, scallions, citrus chipotle mayo.
Fried Tater Tots topped with our house made cheese sauce, pico de gallo, jalapenos, creamy coleslaw, sweet bbq sauce & choice of meat.
**CUSTOMER FAVE** SFD's Famous Nachos loaded with Fiery Cheese Sauce, Original BBQ Sauce, Pico de Gallo, Jalepenos and Creamy Coleslaw. Your choice of Protein.
Ten Jumbo Smoked Chicken Wings tossed in your choice of sauce.
Fried Pickle Chips served with Alabama BBQ Sauce
Our All in One Lunch. Includes any Sandwich, Choice of one Side, Chocolate Chip Cookie, and fountain drink or bottled water.
Our seasoned and slow smoked Pork on a Potato Kaiser roll. The Pork is pulled to order and you add the sauce.
1/4 lb Sliced Brisket on a Potato Kaiser Roll
1/4 lb Smoked Turkey on a Potato Kaiser Roll
1/4 lb Texas Beef Sausage on a Potato Kaiser Roll
1/4 lb Pulled Chicken on a Potato Kaiser Roll
**DONNA'S FAVE** 1/4 lb Chopped Pork, topped with Creamy Coleslaw on a Potato Kaiser Roll
1/4 lb Creamy Smoked Chicken Salad on a Potato Kaiser Roll
Choice of Pulled Pork or Pulled Chicken, Mixed Greens, Corn Salsa, Cheddar Cheese, Shredded Carrots, Tomatos, Hard-boiled Egg, Bacon. Choice of Dressing
Your Choice of protein, Mixed Greens, Shredded Carrots, Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Roasted Corn Salsa and Cheddar Cheese. Choice of dressing
**DONNA'S FAVE** Smoked Turkey Breast atop Mixed Greens, Shredded Carrots, Dried Cranberries, Goat Cheese and Candied Walnuts. Comes with Choice of Dressing on the side.
Mixed Greens, Shredded Carrots, Corn Salsa, Cheddar Cheese, Cucumbers & Tomatoes. Comes with Choice of Dressing on the side.
Pick 2 Meats plus 2 House-Made Sides and 1 piece of Cornbread. *If you would like a half pound of just one meat, please leave a note in Special Instructions.*
Pick 3 Meats plus 2 House-Made Sides and 1 piece of Cornbread. *If you would like a half pound or three quarters of a pound of just one meat, please leave a note in Special Instructions.*
1/4 lb Sliced Brisket, 1/4 lb Pulled Pork, 1/4 lb Pulled Chicken & 2 Jumbo Pork Spare Ribs. Served with your Choice of Two House-Made Sides & Cornbread. Feeds 2
1.5 lb pulled pork or pulled chicken, 2 quarts choice of sides, 4 pieces of house-made cornbread, 1 bbq sauce squeeze bottle
1.5 lb pulled pork or pulled chicken, 2 quarts choice of sides and 1 bbq sauce squeeze bottle
1/2 LB Pulled Chicken, Alabama White BBQ Sauce, Creamy Coleslaw on a large Kaiser roll served with bread & butter pickles.
Three Flour Tortillas packed with Pulled Pork, Shredded Lettuce, Pico de Gallo and Pepper Jack Cheese
Three Flour Tortillas packed with Pulled Chicken, Shredded Lettuce, Pico de Gallo and Pepper Jack Cheese
Three Flour Tortillas stuffed with Shredded Brisket, Pico De Gallo, Fresh Lettuce and topped with Chucho's Jalapeno Cream Sauce!
Smoked Turkey & Maple Bacon topped with Shredded Lettuce, Fresh Tomato all drizzled with Chipotle Mayo. Served on a Brioche Bun.
1/2 lb Pulled Pork & Texas Beef Sausage smothered in Fiery Cheese Sauce, BBQ Sauce topped with Creamy Coleslaw, all nestled in a Brioche Bun
1/2 LB fried and breaded chicken thigh, bleu cheese crumbles, lettuce, tomato, buffalo sauce on an oversized roll.
Pulled Pork or Pulled chicken, Texas Toast, Pepperjack Cheese, Cheddar Cheese, BBQ Sauce, Jalapenos
Texas Toast, Pepperjack Cheese, Cheddar Cheese, BBQ Sauce, Jalapenos
Entrée-Sized Fiery Mac & Cheese, Pulled Pork, Jalapenos, Scallions, Original BBQ Sauce
We season and slow smoke our Brisket for up to 15 hours. Ordering over a pound? Please call the restaurant. It goes fast!
Pound of smoked pulled chicken.
Premium Pork , seasoned with our BBQ spices, slow cooked in our smoker, then pulled apart to order. 1 LB- makes 3-4 Sandwiches
Freshly Smoked Turkey Breast sliced to order.
Doused in our North Carolina Vinegar Sauce. Spicier than our pulled pork.
Gently Smoked blend of Brisket and Dry Rub in a Pork Casing. **Shout out to Logans Sausage in Alexandria**
Jumbo Pork Spare Ribs sold by the bone.
Four Jumbo Pork Spare Ribs, dry rubbed and smoked low & slow.
Six Jumbo Pork Spare Ribs, dry rubbed and smoked low & slow.
Half a Chicken Dry Rubbed and Smoked in Hickory & Oak for four hours. Includes Breast, Thigh, Wing & Leg
Jumbo Smoked Chicken Wings tossed in our tangy Carolina Treet Mustard Sauce. Available in packs of 20 & 30.
Cabbage, Red Onion, Red, Yellow & Green Peppers mixed in our House-Made Dressing.
Skin-On Red Potatoes, Roasted Red Peppers and Red Onion in a Creamy House-Made Dressing.
Cucumbers marinated in Vinegar, Sugar, Salt, Black Pepper & Celery Seed.
Cold Black-Eyed Pea Salad with Peppers, Onions, Jalapenos tossed in a Cumin Lime Vinaigrette
Roasted Corn, Red Bell Peppers & Cilantro
**CUSTOMER FAVE** Tender Pasta wrapped in a blanket of Fiery, Rich & Cheesy Sauce
Sweet, Tangy & Smoked to Perfection! *Contains Pulled Pork*
Named after Donna's Mom, (Joyce) This is her SECRET recipe. We promise you these Greens will transport you right down to South Carolina! *Contains Pulled Pork*
For those who can't handle the heat!
Creamy & Dreamy! Our house made mashed potatoes are a perfect BBQ pairing
Fried to Order
Served Warm and Made with Love. Don't forget the Butter & Honey!
Fresh Baked. Shout Out to Gold Crust Bakery in Maryland!
CREAMY & DREAMY Housemade Mashed Potatoes
** CUSTOMER FAVE** Tender Pasta wrapped in a blanket of Fiery, Rich & Cheesy Sauce. 3-5 Servings
Sweet, Tangy & Smoked to Perfection! *Contains Pulled Pork* 3-5 Servings
**DONNA"S FAVE** A Family Recipe from Donna's Momma, these Greens will transport you right down to South Carolina! *Contains Pulled Pork* 3-5 Servings
Cold Corn Salsa thats fire roasted, with red bell pepper and Cilantro
Cabbage, Red Onion, Red, Yellow & Green Peppers mixed in our House-Made Dressing. 3-5 Servings
Cucumbers marinated in Vinegar, Sugar, Salt, Black Pepper & Celery Seed. QUART Feeds 3-4
Skin-On Red Potatoes, Roasted Red Peppers and Red Onion in a Creamy House Made Dressing. 3-4 Servings Quart Size
**STAFF FAVE** Cold Black-Eye Pea Salad with Peppers, Onions, Jalepenos tossed in a Cumin Lime Vinaigrette. 3-5 Servings
Spicy Smoked Chicken & Texas Beef Sausage Gumbo - Loaded with Tomatoes & Corn
Spicy Smoked Chicken & Texas Beef Sausage Gumbo - Loaded with Tomatoes & Corn
Smoked Chicken, Green Chilis, Heavy Cream, Pepper Jack Cheese & lots of Goodness!
Smoked Chicken, Green Chilis, Heavy Cream, Pepper Jack Cheese & lots of Goodness!
Spicy Smoked Chicken & Texas Beef Sausage Gumbo - Loaded with Tomatoes & Corn
Smoked Chicken, Green Chilis, Heavy Cream, Pepper Jack Cheese & lots of Goodness!
Kids Mac & Cheese served with your choice of: Apple Sauce or Mandarin Oranges Organic Milk or Apple Juice
Two Pulled Chicken Sliders served with your choice of: Apple Sauce or Mandarin Oranges Organic Milk or Apple Juice
Two Pulled Pork Sliders served with your choice of: Apple Sauce or Mandarin Oranges Organic Milk or Apple Juice
2, fried chicken tenders with your choice of sauce.
**CUSTOMER FAVE** Heavenly Bread Pudding made with Love and drizzled in Bourbon Crème Anglaise. (No nuts or fruit)
Tart & Sweet, topped with Whipped Cream
Dreamy Layers of Chocolate Cake, Pudding, Frosting & Ganache. Drizzed with Raspberry Sauce
Choice of retro bottled soda with vanilla ice cream.
Oversized & Freshly Baked right here at SFD
Oversized & Freshly Baked right here at SFD
Sweet honey and smoky chipotle peppers combine for a complex and tasty sauce.
*DONNA"S FAVE*- With its perfect blend of vinegar and spices that BBQ from Eastern Carolina is famous for, our Carolina Treet Cooking and Barbecue Sauce has been a mainstay of southern cooking since 1953.
Rotating homemade hot sauce - made with locally grown hot peppers. ** VERY SPICY**
Creamy White Alabama BBQ sauce in a Squeeze Bottle.
Smoked Salmon marinated in a honey jack sauce made with garlic, red onions, chipotle peppers, jalapeños and topped with scallions. Served with your choice of 1 side OR make it a salad
Traditional Beef Hot Dog Topped With Smoked Ground Beef Chili, Shredded Cheddar Cheese and Scallions ***Limited Supply**
4, fried and tossed tenders in your choice of sauce.
Pulled chicken, bbq sauce, scallions, citrus chipotle mayo.
Fried Tater Tots topped with our house made cheese sauce, pico de gallo, jalapenos, creamy coleslaw, sweet bbq sauce & choice of meat.
**CUSTOMER FAVE** SFD's Famous Nachos loaded with Fiery Cheese Sauce, Original BBQ Sauce, Pico de Gallo, Jalepenos and Creamy Coleslaw. Your choice of Protein.
Ten Jumbo Smoked Chicken Wings tossed in your choice of sauce.
Fried Pickle Chips served with Alabama BBQ Sauce
Our All in One Lunch. Includes any Sandwich, Choice of one Side, Chocolate Chip Cookie, and fountain drink or bottled water.
Our seasoned and slow smoked Pork on a Potato Kaiser roll. The Pork is pulled to order and you add the sauce.
1/4 lb Sliced Brisket on a Potato Kaiser Roll
1/4 lb Smoked Turkey on a Potato Kaiser Roll
1/4 lb Texas Beef Sausage on a Potato Kaiser Roll
1/4 lb Pulled Chicken on a Potato Kaiser Roll
**DONNA'S FAVE** 1/4 lb Chopped Pork, topped with Creamy Coleslaw on a Potato Kaiser Roll
1/4 lb Creamy Smoked Chicken Salad on a Potato Kaiser Roll
Choice of Pulled Pork or Pulled Chicken, Mixed Greens, Corn Salsa, Cheddar Cheese, Shredded Carrots, Tomatos, Hard-boiled Egg, Bacon. Choice of Dressing
Your Choice of protein, Mixed Greens, Shredded Carrots, Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Roasted Corn Salsa and Cheddar Cheese. Choice of dressing
**DONNA'S FAVE** Smoked Turkey Breast atop Mixed Greens, Shredded Carrots, Dried Cranberries, Goat Cheese and Candied Walnuts. Comes with Choice of Dressing on the side.
Mixed Greens, Shredded Carrots, Corn Salsa, Cheddar Cheese, Cucumbers & Tomatoes. Comes with Choice of Dressing on the side.
Pick 2 Meats plus 2 House-Made Sides and 1 piece of Cornbread. *If you would like a half pound of just one meat, please leave a note in Special Instructions.*
Pick 3 Meats plus 2 House-Made Sides and 1 piece of Cornbread. *If you would like a half pound or three quarters of a pound of just one meat, please leave a note in Special Instructions.*
1/4 lb Sliced Brisket, 1/4 lb Pulled Pork, 1/4 lb Pulled Chicken & 2 Jumbo Pork Spare Ribs. Served with your Choice of Two House-Made Sides & Cornbread. Feeds 2
1.5 lb pulled pork or pulled chicken, 2 quarts choice of sides, 4 pieces of house-made cornbread, 1 bbq sauce squeeze bottle
1.5 lb pulled pork or pulled chicken, 2 quarts choice of sides and 1 bbq sauce squeeze bottle
1/2 LB Pulled Chicken, Alabama White BBQ Sauce, Creamy Coleslaw on a large Kaiser roll served with bread & butter pickles.
Three Flour Tortillas packed with Pulled Pork, Shredded Lettuce, Pico de Gallo and Pepper Jack Cheese
Three Flour Tortillas packed with Pulled Chicken, Shredded Lettuce, Pico de Gallo and Pepper Jack Cheese
Three Flour Tortillas stuffed with Shredded Brisket, Pico De Gallo, Fresh Lettuce and topped with Chucho's Jalapeno Cream Sauce!
Smoked Turkey & Maple Bacon topped with Shredded Lettuce, Fresh Tomato all drizzled with Chipotle Mayo. Served on a Brioche Bun.
1/2 lb Pulled Pork & Texas Beef Sausage smothered in Fiery Cheese Sauce, BBQ Sauce topped with Creamy Coleslaw, all nestled in a Brioche Bun
1/2 LB fried and breaded chicken thigh, bleu cheese crumbles, lettuce, tomato, buffalo sauce on an oversized roll.
Pulled Pork or Pulled chicken, Texas Toast, Pepperjack Cheese, Cheddar Cheese, BBQ Sauce, Jalapenos
Texas Toast, Pepperjack Cheese, Cheddar Cheese, BBQ Sauce, Jalapenos
Entrée-Sized Fiery Mac & Cheese, Pulled Pork, Jalapenos, Scallions, Original BBQ Sauce
We season and slow smoke our Brisket for up to 15 hours. Ordering over a pound? Please call the restaurant. It goes fast!
Pound of smoked pulled chicken.
Premium Pork , seasoned with our BBQ spices, slow cooked in our smoker, then pulled apart to order. 1 LB- makes 3-4 Sandwiches
Freshly Smoked Turkey Breast sliced to order.
Doused in our North Carolina Vinegar Sauce. Spicier than our pulled pork.
Gently Smoked blend of Brisket and Dry Rub in a Pork Casing. **Shout out to Logans Sausage in Alexandria**
Jumbo Pork Spare Ribs sold by the bone.
Four Jumbo Pork Spare Ribs, dry rubbed and smoked low & slow.
Six Jumbo Pork Spare Ribs, dry rubbed and smoked low & slow.
Half a Chicken Dry Rubbed and Smoked in Hickory & Oak for four hours. Includes Breast, Thigh, Wing & Leg
Jumbo Smoked Chicken Wings tossed in our tangy Carolina Treet Mustard Sauce. Available in packs of 20 & 30.
Cabbage, Red Onion, Red, Yellow & Green Peppers mixed in our House-Made Dressing.
Skin-On Red Potatoes, Roasted Red Peppers and Red Onion in a Creamy House-Made Dressing.
Cucumbers marinated in Vinegar, Sugar, Salt, Black Pepper & Celery Seed.
Cold Black-Eyed Pea Salad with Peppers, Onions, Jalapenos tossed in a Cumin Lime Vinaigrette
Roasted Corn, Red Bell Peppers & Cilantro
**CUSTOMER FAVE** Tender Pasta wrapped in a blanket of Fiery, Rich & Cheesy Sauce
Sweet, Tangy & Smoked to Perfection! *Contains Pulled Pork*
Named after Donna's Mom, (Joyce) This is her SECRET recipe. We promise you these Greens will transport you right down to South Carolina! *Contains Pulled Pork*
For those who can't handle the heat!
Creamy & Dreamy! Our house made mashed potatoes are a perfect BBQ pairing
Fried to Order
Served Warm and Made with Love. Don't forget the Butter & Honey!
Fresh Baked. Shout Out to Gold Crust Bakery in Maryland!
CREAMY & DREAMY Housemade Mashed Potatoes
** CUSTOMER FAVE** Tender Pasta wrapped in a blanket of Fiery, Rich & Cheesy Sauce. 3-5 Servings
Sweet, Tangy & Smoked to Perfection! *Contains Pulled Pork* 3-5 Servings
**DONNA"S FAVE** A Family Recipe from Donna's Momma, these Greens will transport you right down to South Carolina! *Contains Pulled Pork* 3-5 Servings
Cold Corn Salsa thats fire roasted, with red bell pepper and Cilantro
Cabbage, Red Onion, Red, Yellow & Green Peppers mixed in our House-Made Dressing. 3-5 Servings
Cucumbers marinated in Vinegar, Sugar, Salt, Black Pepper & Celery Seed. QUART Feeds 3-4
Skin-On Red Potatoes, Roasted Red Peppers and Red Onion in a Creamy House Made Dressing. 3-4 Servings Quart Size
**STAFF FAVE** Cold Black-Eye Pea Salad with Peppers, Onions, Jalepenos tossed in a Cumin Lime Vinaigrette. 3-5 Servings
Spicy Smoked Chicken & Texas Beef Sausage Gumbo - Loaded with Tomatoes & Corn
Spicy Smoked Chicken & Texas Beef Sausage Gumbo - Loaded with Tomatoes & Corn
Smoked Chicken, Green Chilis, Heavy Cream, Pepper Jack Cheese & lots of Goodness!
Smoked Chicken, Green Chilis, Heavy Cream, Pepper Jack Cheese & lots of Goodness!
Spicy Smoked Chicken & Texas Beef Sausage Gumbo - Loaded with Tomatoes & Corn
Smoked Chicken, Green Chilis, Heavy Cream, Pepper Jack Cheese & lots of Goodness!
Kids Mac & Cheese served with your choice of: Apple Sauce or Mandarin Oranges Organic Milk or Apple Juice
Two Pulled Chicken Sliders served with your choice of: Apple Sauce or Mandarin Oranges Organic Milk or Apple Juice
Two Pulled Pork Sliders served with your choice of: Apple Sauce or Mandarin Oranges Organic Milk or Apple Juice
2, fried chicken tenders with your choice of sauce.
**CUSTOMER FAVE** Heavenly Bread Pudding made with Love and drizzled in Bourbon Crème Anglaise. (No nuts or fruit)
Tart & Sweet, topped with Whipped Cream
Dreamy Layers of Chocolate Cake, Pudding, Frosting & Ganache. Drizzed with Raspberry Sauce
Choice of retro bottled soda with vanilla ice cream.
Oversized & Freshly Baked right here at SFD
Oversized & Freshly Baked right here at SFD
Sweet honey and smoky chipotle peppers combine for a complex and tasty sauce.
*DONNA"S FAVE*- With its perfect blend of vinegar and spices that BBQ from Eastern Carolina is famous for, our Carolina Treet Cooking and Barbecue Sauce has been a mainstay of southern cooking since 1953.
Rotating homemade hot sauce - made with locally grown hot peppers. ** VERY SPICY**
Creamy White Alabama BBQ sauce in a Squeeze Bottle.
Fresh Brewed Sweet and Unsweet Tea, Lemonade, and a variety of Puck's Cane Sugar Sodas! A refillable cup will be delivered with your food.
Take a Diet Coke break with this refreshing, no-calorie soft drink
Coca-Cola Original Taste — the crisp, refreshing taste you know and love
Hints of vanilla extract, coffee, and chocolate result in a uniquely refreshing take on a classic creme soda.**Caffeine Free
Pure Leaf Unsweet Tea Bottle
Pure Leaf Sweet Tea Bottle
North Carolina's famous Cherry Soda in a bottle
Topo Chico has always been known for the legend surrounding its origins. Whether you believe in the legend or not, you'll still be able to enjoy the crisp, no-calorie taste of Topo Chico.
Fresh Brewed Sweet and Unsweet Tea, Lemonade, and a variety of Puck's Cane Sugar Sodas! A refillable cup will be delivered with your food.
Take a Diet Coke break with this refreshing, no-calorie soft drink
Coca-Cola Original Taste — the crisp, refreshing taste you know and love
Hints of vanilla extract, coffee, and chocolate result in a uniquely refreshing take on a classic creme soda.**Caffeine Free
Pure Leaf Unsweet Tea Bottle
Pure Leaf Sweet Tea Bottle
North Carolina's famous Cherry Soda in a bottle
Topo Chico has always been known for the legend surrounding its origins. Whether you believe in the legend or not, you'll still be able to enjoy the crisp, no-calorie taste of Topo Chico.
The mac and cheese was cheesy and creamy! The burnt ends, St. Lois ribs, and the corn bread were flavorful and tender. The sausage link was not my favorite along with the beans but this place was still worth making a stop and trying it out. I was not disappointed and if I ever visited this area again I will definitely be making another stop. The brisket sandwich was a little dry in my opinion but adding a little sauce will do the trick. Overall it was a great eating experience and I would definitely go back.
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