Some of the most unsuspecting restaurants are the most delicious restaurants.
Ohio is home to several exceptional barbecue joints that look like your average hole-in-the-wall. When you step inside their modest exteriors, you'll find some of the most mouthwatering brisket, pulled pork, ribs and more. The following are 7 of the best BBQ restaurants in Ohio (listed in no particular order.) You can't judge a book by its cover with these local restaurants in Ohio. See how many you recognize:
1. Bill's Real Pit Bar-B-Q (Nashport)
This family owned and operated barbecue joint features all you can eat specials and family size combos in addition to regular size dinners, sandwiches and baskets. Address: 5945 Frazeysburg Road, Nashport, OH, 43830
2. Open Pitt Bar-B-Que (Cleveland)
Since 1988 this local favorite barbecue joint has served up delicious soul food and mouthwatering chicken wings. Address: 12335 St. Clair Avenue, Cleveland, OH, 44108
3. Oak Hill Barbecue (Sunbury)
This small, casual joint features delicious, authentic wood fired barbecue. Address: 60 N Columbus Street, Sunbury, OH, 43074
4. B & K Smoke House (Columbus)
You can't go wrong with the brisket sandwich (pictured), pulled pork and even smoked turkey sandwich at B & K Smoke House.Address: 1114 E Main Street, Columbus, OH, 43205
5. Kennedy’s Bar-B-Que (Canton)
Good for lunch, dinner, and even has carry-out -- you'll love the laid-back BBQ in this classic Canton joint.Address: 1420 7th St NW, Canton, Ohio, 44703
6. Route 62 BBQ (Johnstown)
You'll find some of central Ohio's best barbecue at Route 62 BBQ, where the meats are smoked to perfection. Address: 580 W Coshocton Street, Johnstown, OH, 43031
7. Hickory Bar-B Que (Dayton)
With crowd-pleasing ribs (and a surprisingly amazing house salad) this beloved barbecue joint does not disappoint. Order a shrimp cocktail and make it a 3-course meal. Address: 1082 Brown Street, Dayton, OH, 45409
Ohio may not be known for barbecue, but that doesn't mean we can't round up some of the best BBQ restaurants in Ohio. Have you ever been to any of these restaurants before? What is your favorite barbecue joint in Ohio? Share your thoughts and experiences with us!
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