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The Combat Medic

Stories of Service

“I considered it an honor.”
The Black Plate Special, Shrimp on The BBQ.

BLACK PLATE SPECIAL

Shrimp on The BBQ

Tender, juicy, extra jumbo grilled shrimp, generously dusted with smoked seasonings.
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SEASONAL SIDE

Buttered Corn on The Cob

Fresh picked flavor, boiled up juicy with extra butter.
The Seasonal Sweet, Strawberry Shortcake.

SEASONAL SWEET

Strawberry Shortcake

Moist, fluffy shortcake, topped with sweet strawberry sauce, fresh strawberries, and homemade whipped cream.
The red 9/11 NEVER FORGET Hometown Heroes cups.

HOMETOWN HEROES CUP

9-11 Never Forget

Raise a cup to help support those who Protect, Serve, and Save.
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Surprise, AZ

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Arianna

Servant's Heart

Arianna has a true Servant’s Heart. We are proud to have her as Our Teammate in Orange, Connecticut.
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Port Charlotte, FL

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Stories of Service

If These Walls Could Talk

The treasured mementos on our walls were personally shared with us by America's finest and their families. They are forever proud of them. So are we.
The Super Seasonal Side, Potato Salad.

SUPER SEASONAL SIDE

Potato Salad

Creamy and tangy with a garden fresh crunch. It‘s the pick of your picnic!
Stories of Service | Jake Ruser | July 2025 | Web Slider

The Combat Medic

Stories of Service

“I considered it an honor.”
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Black Plate Special

Shrimp on The BBQ

Tender, juicy, extra jumbo grilled shrimp, generously dusted with smoked seasonings.
buttered corn on the cob

SEASONAL SIDE

Buttered Corn on The Cob

Fresh picked flavor, boiled up juicy with extra butter.
The Seasonal Sweet, Strawberry Cheesecake.

SEASONAL SWEET

Strawberry Shortcake

Moist, fluffy shortcake, topped with sweet strawberry sauce, fresh strawberries, and homemade whipped cream.
A row of red 9/11 NEVER FORGET Hometown Heroes Cups.

HOMETOWN HEROES CUP

9-11 Never Forget

Raise a cup to help support those who Protect, Serve, and Save.
Surprise, AZ | Ribbon Cutting Photo | Web Slider

Surprise, AZ

Now Open

We are proud to be open in Surprise, AZ!
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Arianna

Servant's Heart

Arianna has a true Servant’s Heart. We are proud to have her as Our Teammate in Orange, Connecticut.
Port Charlotte, FL | Ribbon Cutting | Web Slider

Port Charlotte, FL

Now Open

We are proud to be open in Port Charlotte, FL!
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Stories of Service

If These Walls Could Talk

The treasured mementos on our walls were personally shared with us by America's finest and their families. They are forever proud of them. So are we.
Potato salad

SUPER SEASONAL SIDE

Potato Salad

Creamy and tangy with a garden fresh crunch. It‘s the pick of your picnic!

Our Mission

After traveling our great country in search of the nation’s best BBQ, we felt inspired to bring this great food home. Especially for those who protect us all, the hard-workers who get it done every day, the home teams we cheer for, and of course, family and friends. Our mission is to serve you the most authentic, mouth-watering all-American food that’s done right.

Giving Back

Our young men and women in uniform. Veterans who served with honor. Our local Police, Firefighters and First Responders who make Our Community a better place to live. They’re the people we respect most of all, so MISSION BBQ tries to give back in return. From fundraisers to service projects, we have your back, donating over $25,000,000 supporting vital charities since opening our doors in 2011.

A Servant's Heart

From making a custom, coffee pot shaped birthday cake to attending Our Teammate’s graduation, Arianna is always putting people first. She is a bright light for the team in Orange, CT and makes everyone feel like they are her best friend at work. “It’s those little things she does, that time that she doesn’t mind putting in, to make you feel special, to make you feel like you mean something. That’s what she’s all about,” said Area Director Jake. “Her calling is to serve other people.”

Stories of Service

After being drafted in March of 1943, Jake Ruser arrived at US Army training and was surprised to learn that, rather than carrying a gun, he would be training as a Combat Medic. Jake served rescuing his fellow soldiers during some of the most historic and pivotal moments of World War II. His regiment landed on Utah Beach on D-Day and they were part of the liberation of Paris. He also served during the 88-day long Battle of Hürtgen Forest, running through the battlefield to rescue injured soldiers. Today, at 100-years old, he remembers his service with pride.

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