Combs BBQ Central

I love when you walk into a place and you just know it's going to be good. This was the feeling immediately got opening up the doors at Combs BBQ Central. Tucked away in a neighborhood that "time forgot" Combs BBQ Central is a hidden gem. Between the simple menu, to the kind, helpful young woman behind the register and the eclectic decor- I was smitten.I ordered a brisket sandwich with two sides and an extra "Bo e" to try their ribs. They did not disappoint.The brisket was exceptional. Lean, tender and flavorful and cut semi thick. I think it shows you're in an honest house when the meat is of quality and not too fatty. The bun was tasty but almost superfluous. As expected being in Ohio, the Midwest style molasses-based barbecue sauce was tangy and flavorful. The beans were pretty standard, but the vinegar based coleslaw was very nice. I'm sorry they didn't have collard greens, that would really have been a treat.I'm always looking for hidden gems while touring and will definitely come back here!

The exterior and interior of Combs blew me away. I loved it! Parking was easy and free off street.,Service was at the counter and if you want a brew you can walk to their sister business beside. The cashier was very friendly and assisted with selections since it was my first time. I decided on a full rack of ribs with sides of Mac & baked beans. A fountain Mountain Dew to wash it down. I settled in a booth and admired all of the cool music memorabilia. Food delivery was in like 10 minutes. My rack looked ok, but underwhelming with bbq just poured on top. The taste would prove to be extremely disappointing. A cheap quality product imo was used. The bbq sauce saved it. The beans & Mac were average. Not a place I would return to, but would not discourage either. A flat 3 seems to fit my experience the best.

My friend won a $75 gift card and we are from out of town so we tried to to spend all of it and had a hard time doing so. So #1, totally affordable. The restaurant is joined by a breezeway to a full bar with lots of dart boards, a couple other games and a digital jukebox. The food was really good. We all agree the nachos were out of control and the best deal by volume. There was a ton of meat and tasty, tangy bbq sauce. Sides are good. Some bbq places skimp on sides - this is not the place. We liked all sides (esp beans and slaw for me). We had a lot of fun, service was fast and pleasant. Def would stop by if I am driving through another time.

They arent as careful sorting the pulled pork. I got several bites with fatvand yucky in it so it throughly grossed me out. I will chose another place ... theres a goid onevin springboro and they even give free ice cream. Plus they dont have much selection in sides. Thry used to offer 3 choices in bbq sauce niw they only have 1 out. Cute place but doubt will be back.

When they say they have meat. They don't. When they say they have a nice place to experience life. Well maybe but without meat who would go. We went there on a weekend when people eat out and they were out of all pork. The lady was like qee were open but we gots nothing. Soooo wall decor be ignored as we left.

The BBQ is the best the SW Ohio, no competition. The portion size is amazing, you won't leave hungry. The staff was friendly and the food came out quickly for something that was prepared ahead of time. Atmosphere was definitely unique. We'll definitely be back again.

Spent a weekend in Middletown and wanted to try out these BBQ places that were being hyped up. First glance here not impressed due to the small building and seating. Ended up having to eat on the patio and was disapointed until they brought out the food. WOW. The ribs and sauce were amazing and fell right off the bone! The BBQ nachos were very good and so much food we couldnt finish it. Dont love the location but the food was just great all around. Will def come back!

In town for the WGI percussion championships and I was wanting something outside of the chains. Found this place on Yelp. It was delicious! I got the smoked brisket sandwich and Mac-n-cheese and jalapeño cornbread. There was so much meat on the sandwich. I highly recommend this place. It's well worth the drive from Dayton. The atmosphere was really cool in this little place.

Really cool place, but gets a lower review from me. They didn't have brisket and som other main items. Be sure to call ahead to see what they "don't" have that day. I would definitely go back.

Quaint interior Good foodReasonable pricesService with a smileThis establishment adjoins the Central House of Brews. You can take your BBQ/meal through the enclosed walkway to the brew house to enjoy a beer or other alcohol beverage. Great idea!