Did you know there's a little piece of New Orleans hiding right here in Ohio? Most people don't. Charlie Staples BBQ in Youngstown is a hidden gem to visitors and a best kept secret for locals. With a New Orleans inspired dining room and menu, it's a fun place to dine when you want to try something a little different. Here's why this New Orleans themed restaurant in Ohio belongs on your dining bucket list:
Welcome to Charlie Staples BBQ, a one-of-a-kind restaurant that specializes in Southern-style barbecue.
It's been a Youngstown staple for more than 35 years and it's not hard to see why.
The colorful dining room with overlooking balconies makes you feel as if you’re in the French Quarter.
For a little while, you'll forget you're in Ohio.
Although the atmosphere is fun, it's the barbecue that people come for. You can't go wrong with the barbecue chicken, a slab of ribs, or pulled pork.
You can visit Charlie Staples BBQ on Monday - Thursday from 11 a.m. - 11 p.m. and on Friday - Saturday from 11 a.m. - 2 a.m.
The secret's in the sauce. Charlie Staples Real BBQ Sauce is a tried and true recipe that's more than 100 years old.
It's a southern recipe that came to Ohio in 1939—and it's never been altered.
The baked potatoes are a crowd pleaser and a mini meal on their own. Pictured is the Big Bertha, which is topped with sour cream, butter, bacon, cheese, chives and pork or beef.
To view a full menu in a separate tab or window, visit the Charlie Staples BBQ website.
Whether you're here for the food or the atmosphere, we're pretty sure you'll fall in love with Charlie Staples BBQ in Ohio.
Please note: The restaurant is closed on Sundays.
Have you ever dined at this New Orleans themed restaurant in Ohio? If so, we want to know what your experience was like! Share your thoughts with us in the comments below. And if you know another must-visit eatery in the Buckeye State, nominate it for a chance to be featured.
For more themed restaurants in Ohio, check out our previous article: 9 Themed Restaurants That Will Transform Your Ohio Dining Experience.
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