Fat Dan's Deli

★★★★☆ 4.2 (551) • $$

"Showed up trying to kill some time with a craving for a burger and a beer. Saw the menu and immediately changed my mind. There's a lot on the menu that sounded great but I ended up pulling the trigger on a house smoked reuben with fries. The fries are addicting. So addicting I considered ordering more to go but I couldn't muster up a way to reheat them without losing the magic. There's random sides of a potato mixed in with like what you'd see in waffle fries. Little treasures like finding an onion ring in your fries as a young kid. The reuben had the thickest cut corned beef I've seen. The beef is the star on this bad boy, not overwhelmed with sauce or kraut. I think the thick cut beef helps hold the sandwich together better since it isn't a mountain of piled up meat equating to a lopsided sandwich. The food came out quick. Fries were fresh af and piping hot. Definitely coming back. There is too much on the menu that caught my eye not to."

Montgomery Inn - The Boathouse

★★★☆☆ 3.3 (774) • $$

"Great food great service great view. Enjoyed my dinner here and to see all the memorabilia from rowing to football to boxing to car racing and baseball. A must go to when visiting Cincinnati . Don't miss out on the graters ice cream too. Nothing you have ever tasted. Parking is easy!! Make reservations. Trust!"

Barbecue And Bourbon

★★★★☆ 4.1 (383) • $$

"My friends and I met at this spot to grab some food and drinks prior to heading to our event for the evening. It was during the weekend Taylor Swift was in town so they had a special drink menu named after her songs. It was nice touch but I chose to order from the regular menu. Our table ordered mules and lemon drops and they were delicious. We all ordered food and I decided on catfish and rip tips with sides of green beans and fried cabbage. I previously looked online for the photos of mac and cheese and it didnt look appealing so I bypassed it. The rip tips were very good and tender. I loved that the sauce options were at the table so you can choose how much or how little you want. The catfish was just ok. I wasn't a fan of their breading. I would've been better off getting the brisket. Green beans were also good and I should've ordered some cornbread to go with the fried cabbage. Overall service was great. Our waitress was always checking in on us and offering suggestions. I would come back again."

Lucius Q

★★★★☆ 4 (382) • $$

"Fantastic food! The wings were great and there is a good selection of beers. Loved that there was live music going on when we went as well. Definitely a place to visit when in Cincinnati!"

Trax BBQ

★★★★★ 4.6 (287) • $$

"A++ bbq outside of Indy! Brisket and ribs are top notch. The nachos are top 3 in the surrounding areas in my opinion! Just the perfect amount of toppings. Don't skip the bread budding of the month either! Yum.Parking is either infront or across the road and you can seat inside or outside on the picnic tables."

Shigs In Pit

★★★★☆ 4 (359) • $$

"AMAZING food. Service was kinda slow but overall was delicious. I would highly recommend this place to others."

The Original Montgomery Inn

★★★☆☆ 3.3 (519) • $$$

"If you love BBQ, especially Baby Back Ribs, this is your local Cincy 'go-to' spot! A national award-winning (probably world famous) recipe for those who've traveled to/thru The Queen City; I grew up here so am biased, however Montgomery Inn (Original location or Boathouse downtown), will not disappoint, nor will you leave hungry - oh SO GOOD!! Overall 4.5 rated experience for excellent foods, dining ambience, friendly service and local memorabilia. If ordering Ribs, expect to pay ~$28-35pp for an entree, but their menu is extensive so plenty to choose from meats to seafood etc. Recommend reservations if coming on weekend nights or with a group.Started with a cold beverage, they have a local Ted's "red" craft brew that's on tap, or full bar options. Munch on their house-made Saratoga chips and/or Onion straws (get a combo) with famous BBQ sauce dip - fantastic and crispy! Other starters available as well.For dinner, I ordered the "full" slab of 12-13 Ribs (1/2 slab 6-7 ribs), slow cooked to perfection! My eyes were bigger than my stomach because I could only finish 1/2 my order ... amazing, flavorful, sweet and savory BBQ melts in your mouth. And yes, leftovers cold or re-warmed are great! My side dish was the loaded baked potato, which was tasty and filling as well, but other sides of a veggie, mac-n-cheese, fries, sweet potato also available. And ask for a bib to avoid spilling sauce on your shirt!If you make it to dessert, they have a couple flavors of Graeters Ice Cream, another local and nationally known favorite, oh yeah!!Don't miss Montgomery Inn if visiting Cincinnati, a must-go spot for BBQ foodies! ENJOY!!!"

Just Q'in Restaurant

★★★★☆ 4.3 (247) • $$

"Came here on a Friday night as they were closing and they were unfortunately out of most of their meat, besides the chicken and pastrami. We opted to try both of the remaining meats and whatever sides they had left for our take out dinner to try to get a full taste for Just Q'in... the Pastrami was TO DIE FOR - so juicy and full of flavor. We wished we had gotten more of it! The sides were really great as well - we loved the coleslaw and collard greens the most, with the mac and cheese and cornbread following at close seconds. The place itself was very inviting and the people working there beyond welcoming and friendly. We were sad that we could not enjoy the space due to the timing we were there and how they were closing up - but we will definitely be back to try some of the other meats and get more pastrami!"

Rusted Silo Southern BBQ & Brew House

★★★★★ 4.5 (220) • $$

"Heard really good things about this place and the reviews don't lie. WOW!! The BBQ was so good and the sides. We tried the brisket, ribs beer mac n cheese, cooked cabbage and zucchini and vandalism onions. The platters are also served with Texas toast. You can see the meat cooking when you order and it smells delicious.They have a large selection of brews and ciders. I tried a strawberry cider yum. It was a little drive but totally worth it. I will warn you it is small with limited seating inside but several tables outside. Next time we will get some BBQ to go no leftovers this time."

Broadway Barrel House

★★★★☆ 4 (269) • $$

"Stopped in with the whole family (8 adults and 4 kids) the staff was very accommodating to our party and sat us down with no problems. It was Sunday and there were plenty of tvs for the NFL games, even in the back room where they sat us. Huge menu with lots of options from wings to burgers to salads to pizzas, didn't get pics of everyone's food but they all seemed to be satisfied. I had the western burger which was pretty tasty. I live closer to downtown so don't know if I would go out of my way to go here but if I'm in the area would definitely go back!"

Rackz BBQ

★★★★★ 4.5 (203) • $$

"I really love rackz. It's very close to my house and I've never had to wait for a table or long for my food. The staff is engaging and insightful with the menu. They've been kind to my children when I'm with them.And the center stage is the food. I always go with the chicken and it's never disappointed. Two thumbs way up!"

317 BBQ

★★★★☆ 4.2 (230) • $$

"317 bbqEnvironment: well clean, modern, quiet for lunch, great area and lots of room and games for the family, dog friendly, easy to order and quick service.Food: hands down amazing, the sides are incredible and you must get the biscuits and the Mac and cheese. The sandwiches and meat were great, well seasoned and big. Bbq sweet and savory. Would definitely come back and get the same order."

Jamaican Style Jerk

★★★★★ 4.6 (187) • $$

"Hole-in-the-wall but FULL of FLAVOR!!!! Visited for the first time on 04/15 for take out and it was delicious!!!!! Thanks Yelp for helping me find a great place with Jamaican food! For take out they only needed a 10 minute heads up for carryout (I was 55 minutes away). So called back I 10 minutes before needing to pick up and had very little wait. Friendly staff and good service. I will totally make the drive from Lafayette for this again!! This was my first time trying this cuisine and what I ordered did NOT disappoint!"

Bando Korean Restaurant

★★★★☆ 3.9 (258) • $$

"Brought my bro here to eat the night before his wedding and wow was he loving it!!! Food was amazing we had the all you can eat and it wasbsooooo much food ... my fav was bulgogi* (spell check)"

Johnsons BBQ Shack

★★★★☆ 4.3 (207) • $

"BBQ is pretty good.. but honestly, almost prefer their takeout over eating in the restaurant. We ended up coming for a late fathers day dinner and I was really hoping for an ice cold beer. Unfortunately, their liquor license didn't get renew, so no beer for dad and I. I ended up with a brisket sandwich and mac n cheese. Both were good, with great flavor. Wife had the pork nachos, full size. Good amount of food overall, we enjoyed them for lunch the next day too. Kids had a hot dog, drink and chips. They were fine, $8 for the kids meal possibly? Overall, a fine experience.. but this food travels well enough, take it home and enjoy your back patio, additional sides and own booze."

Harmon's Barbecue

★★★★☆ 4.3 (204) • $$

"Incredible BBq, one of the best I've had. I had brisket and turkey and they were both some of the best I've had. Slaw was on point and the single bbq sauce was just rite. Good job Harmon's!"

SmokeWorks

★★★★☆ 3.8 (260) • $$

"We were there on 05/25/24. They have a small area where you could have a private dinner for maybe 10 or so. The rest of the place is filled with booths and tables with a long bar in the back. Rustic decor and fun signs. We all thought the light up "occupied" signs outside the single stall restrooms were fun.Our party of four was happy with our drinks and meals. The drinks were delicious. We had the Peanut Butter Old Fashioned, the Bourbon Peach Tea, the Manhattan, and a shot/beer combo. We were all pleased with the drinks. I also have to say that their prices for drinks were really good. Maybe because it is a college town. The cocktails were $7-$9. That is way cheaper than our area. We ordered the Stadium Burger, Brisket Tacos, and two trays. One tray was brisket, ribs, fries, and cole slaw. The other was brisket, pulled pork, fries, and loaded mashed potatoes. The server brought us trays with small cups of each of the sauces they had. This was a nice touch and allowed us to compare them. I prefer bbq that has a rub and I can use my own sauce, so I was happy with my food. The fries were crispy and sprinkled with their rub. Our server was attentive and pleasant. We would definitely go back. In fact, I wish they weren't four hours away so I could go more often."

The Firehouse BBQ & Blues

★★★★☆ 4 (222) • $$

"Visiting Richmond and IU East for a few days and this local gem was highly recommended and totally delivered!Three house sauces: mild, sweet, and hot . They are in the table and ready for your brisket, pulled pork and more! Brisket was tender and delicious.Casual environment and friendly staff. We heard there is music often. Would go back to check it out!"

Shigs In Pit

★★★★☆ 3.9 (200) • $$

"If you are in the mood for a great BBQ dinner or meal this is one of the best places in town. We have been several times and we have never been disappointed. Name it a half rack dinner with 2 sides, brisket, pulled pork nachos or fries, everything is simply delicious. We never have to wait long to get our food in our table. Servers are always cleaning up or asking if we need anything. And if you want to watch a game or have a cold beer. This is your place as well. Enjoy!"

Lucky Dog Grille

★★★★☆ 3.6 (221) • $$

"Overall our experience was great! The food was tasty, service was quick and the prices were pretty average for local restaurant in the area. We will definitely be back in the future! The food was really good. The French fries were crispy, the black bean burger a little spicy and my husband enjoyed his sandwich. The only thing that threw us both off was the coleslaw. My husband had been on the search for a good slaw for a few years and still hasn't found the place. It's named "Spicy Coleslaw" but there was nothing spicy about it. It tasted pretty plain. They need to add salt and make it savory or add some sugar and make it sweet. The service was impeccable. Our server Kaitlin was amazing and we didn't have to ask for refills because she just brought them!"

Mt. Adams Bar and Grill

★★★★☆ 3.6 (209) • $$

"I had dinner here on Saturday evening before seeing a play with my daughter-in-law. It wasn't super busy when we arrived and we were seated quickly. We ordered cocktails - the Prohibition Manhattan - and it was perfect! The food was ok. Nothing great but we picked this place because of its proximity to the Playhouse. I had the Cheeseburger and my daughter-in-law had the Chicken Sandwich. The service was friendly and quick. The parking around this place is a nightmare, though. We drove around the blocks several times and it's difficult to find any street parking. We finally found a garage nearby for $5 - so, if you're eating dinner before a play you'd want to factor in the extra time to find parking."

Checkered Flag Tavern

★★★★☆ 4.2 (153) • $

"Went to the Checkered Flag Tavern for lunch and Bloody Mary's. There was a dart tournament going on. The build your own Bloody Mary's were good. All different kinds of mixes mild to super spicy. Different olives, peppers, meats, cheeses, vegetables to put in your drink. They smoke their own meat and the Chicken wings are very good. We also like their loaded tots they're huge. Just a neighborhood bar with great service."

Alabama Que

★★★★☆ 3.7 (188) • $

"Recommended. This is a must-visit near UC campus for several reasons. First, the turkey tips were terrific. If you're like me, you probably go to a BBQ place to order brisket or pork. They've got it and I imagine it's good. But I hadn't had turkey tips, the healthier option, before. When I met the owner, he recommended them as a top seller. I see why. And the sauce has heat options; I found the MEDIUM sauce had the right heat for me. The Mac&Cheese was great, too. The icing on the cake was talking with the owner and staff; thoughtful people that I liked doing business with. I felt respected -- and full of delicious BBQ. I'll be back."

Revolution Barbeque

★★★★☆ 4.3 (139) • $$

"I can't walk into this place and not be hungry. The smell hits you at the door and my mouth waters. I know that whatever I order, it's going to be good, and not just good, excellent. Tonight I chose my cocktail first and went for the Elusive Dreams, a pineapple forward cocktail that was sweet and delicious. Paired with the Pulled Pork Tacos (American Style) it was superb. The staff was friendly as always and accommodating to the fact that my dining partner and I stayed a bit after close (we were lost in conversation, but eventually picked up on the clues). I love coming here and I hope you do too."

King Ribs BBQ

★★★★☆ 3.7 (183) • $$

"From out of town, and things in the downtown were crazy as far as trying to find parking, so we decided to put some $$ into the local economy, rather than go to a chain place. SO glad we did!! An easy drive from the University across the river - then followed the delicious smelling smoke to the parking lot (no kidding). Drive thru line was long, so we decided to eat in. Inside is simple & straightforward, with plenty of seating. A few tvs showing nothing special, and the menu behind the counter. No brisket on the menu, but my girl ordered the rib dinner with mild sauce, baked beans & potato salad, and I had the chicken & rib combo with the mixed sauce, Mac & cheese and greens. Because I ordered greens as a side I also got cornbread, and rolls come with all dinners. Initially, she got a coleslaw (which she hates), so I went to the counter to exchange it - and they told me to keep it & gave her a potato salad with no problem. The ribs were BIG & meaty! Fall off the bone deliciousness... just so tender. We polished them all off! The mix sauce was served on the side, so I just dipped my ribs and the amazing 1/2 chicken, which I absolutely devoured. The sauce was delicious, with a little (but not too much) kick. Greens had a nice crispness to bite into - not overcooked, like some places. The Mac & cheese was gooey and wonderful. I did eat the coleslaw, which was fine. The cornbread was good, too. My girl liked the potato salad & baked beans. The rolls were good to sop up barbecue sauce. Also, plenty of wet wipes & toothpicks... much appreciated & very needed.The staff were all great to everyone who walked in the door to eat there (not many), or get take-out (quite a few), and the drive thru never stopped for even a moment! I feel like their eat-in customers may have dropped off during the pandemic, but the drive thru is kicking. Constant sound of chopping in the back kitchen, so the food is made pretty fresh from just the sheer volume of customers. Definitely recommended to our friends who were also visiting that weekend. All the stars - would definitely eat there again!"

Hickory Hillz BBQ

★★★★☆ 4.2 (131) • $

"Wow. This place has good bbq! Not to mention great sides. I smoke my own meat and make my own pulled pork so I'm very picky. Their pulled pork was just okay but my husband really enjoyed.I had the burnt end sandwich and it was a 5 out of 5. I just did not expect it to come saucy but very good. We called at 11:30 AM on a Saturday and they were already sold out of brisket. We arrived about 12 noon and had to wait a good 15 minutes just to order. This place is busy! And for good reason. My favorite part might be the smoked barbecue beans and spicy coleslaw. Will be back a lot!"

Backroads BBQ

★★★★☆ 4.2 (124) • $$

"This is the best barbecue that I've have in Indianapolis! Unbelievably delicious and I'm kicking myself for passing by this place for so long. It is not surprising that they won the County's People's Choice 2023 award for best food.Don't let the appearance of the place fool you. The parking lot is a little muddy. The building is a little unwelcoming and the dining room is a little dark. But the aroma of the barbecue is intoxicating. They have lunch specials and daily drink specials on the menu. There is a full bar. The barbecue is prepared fresh daily. I ordered the Lunch Pulled Chicken sandwich with coleslaw side on the lunch menu. The chicken was moist and tender and so good. The slaw was fantastic...creamy. It was the best slaw I've had in Indiana. There were three barbecue sauces on the table and the Bourbon burnout sauce was incredible with a hint of bourbon and a little heat and not too sweet. Wow! So good. My husband had the Lunch Southern Pulled Pork sandwich with fries. The sandwich was filled so much pork that it was falling out of the sandwich. The tender, flavorful pork was covered with creamy Cole slaw. The fries were excellent, crispy and fresh. Lunches came with complementary biscuits and apple butter. The biscuits were hot and flaky. Very good. The hostess apologized for slow service because they were a little short staffed. We did not notice anything slow. Drinks and food came out quickly. The hostess was sweet and attentive. There is a portion of the dining room for large groups. Kids eat free on Wednesday with adult purchase. They have a nice kids menu. They are located just two blocks off 65 on SR 32. I'll be back and bringing friends."

Eating Fresh

★★★★☆ 4.2 (116) • $$

"The most important thing I can tell you is that there is free parking behind the building. Also, everything is delicious... don't sleep on the pork and egg dish though my porkchop was also delicious. They were also very accommodating about my allergies which is great given that a lot of Vietnamese cuisine has nuts and shellfish."

Gomez BBQ

★★★★★ 4.6 (88) • $$

"Giudbess, what a lovely treasure and addition to the near Eastside neighborhood (and conveniently less than ten minutes from home). I was so excited to hear of Gomez BBQ expanding beyond their City Market location and better yet, brightening up a spot on the near Eastside. The space boasts a charming black historic tin ceiling, floor to ceiling windows, cozy vibes and a mural along the side of the building. Rumor has it there are plans of adding a side patio for expanded outdoor seating. One of the things I love most about this location is that they offer a breakfast menu and variety of coffee drinks using Bee Coffee Roasters beans. I ended up ordering an oat milk based cinnamon beverage and it was delightful. I also ordered a pulled pork sandwich and smoked tofu for the road. The pork was amazing---and I'm all about the pickle combo to balance the flavors. I also appreciate that Mike supports other local businesses like Broad Ripple Chips and Four Birds Bakery. I was able to buy the tofu vacuum sealed to take home and prepare with other ingredients. Promise you won't regret a breakfast/lunch or dinner at Gomez BBQ. Cherry on top? Order a beer flight while you're there. Enjoy!"

Smokin' Jack's Rib Shack

★★★★☆ 3.6 (142) • $

"Great food, and dining atmosphere. The ribs were to die for. Service was fantastic, very helpful and knowledgeable. Would recommend highly."

Jefferson Street BBQ

★★★★☆ 4.1 (104) • $$

"We came here to eat on a Saturday afternoon for a work event. We called ahead and made reservations. I think calling ahead of time helped out a lot because our server was only helping our tables. The service was TOP NOTCH! Again, I say that because I think it helped that we told them how many people would be coming so they were able to staff appropriately for the day. My husband and I split the Mississinewa which comes with 4 meats and 4 sides. We chose the brisket, wings, pulled pork, ribs, double the mac n' cheese, baked beans, and the jalapeno cornbread. My favorite out of the meal was definitely the baked beans and the wings! Wow they were so good! My only complaint with the meal was the mac n' cheese. It was VERY watery (almost like a soup).If I was in the area again, I would come back but would order something different next time. They had a great menu with lots of variety!"

Big Dog's Smokehouse BBQ

★★★★☆ 4.1 (100) • $

"I stopped in on a weekday with coworkers and loved the interior! So many cool decorations and sitting arrangements to choose from! Note: You order your food before finding your seat and drinks are a separate cost. I ordered the pulled chicken platter with potato salad and green beans. The chicken did not taste like barbecue, more like boiled maybe?, but the sauces they have on the table made up for the lack of flavor on the chicken itself. The potato salad was DELICIOUS, I would absolutely order a larger portion of this for a family picnic or get together, and the green beans were pretty flavorful as well. Customer service was good too, you can tell it's a small family owned business as Christian music played in the background while we ordered our food and staff were very attentive. It was a nice change from your typical barbecue joint."

King Ribs Bar-B-Q

★★★★☆ 3.7 (116) • $$

"Great food that's always delicious. I don't live close but am always happy to make the trip. Reasonably priced and always great service."

Mama's Restaurant

★★★★☆ 3.9 (103) • $$

"This place was good.It was after our hike nearby and we all had a craving for korean food and yes it did hit the spot Being Korean I have pretty high standards for Korean food. It is authentic and has a great taste.For one of my friends it was her first time trying Korean food and she really enjoyed it along with a green grape juice with chunks in them that was definitely part of my childhood We got the bibimbap, seafood soft tofu soup & stir fry squid (which I love).All of the dishes were good which is why I'm not surprised they have 2 locations! I might not come back to this location unless I'm camping out here again as I live over an hour away but I will probably go back to their other location which is closer to home"

Goodies

★★★☆☆ 3.3 (141) • $$

"I love goodies. Rib tips are always nice and juicy. It was my first time trying the Mac and cheese and it was delicious nothing extra needed to make it better.They also have a rewards system through phone number and when you reorder from them your name pops up which makes the interaction more personable for customer and cashier."