Hands down, without a single doubt - THE. BEST. BANG. FOR. YOUR. BUCK. I've been to tons of BBQ places, I've never had anything that has met the value of this spot. From my understanding, this location isn't the OG. It doesn't matter. I went with 6 wings and 2 sides + cornbread for $14!!! Unheard of now a days. Crispy. Moist. Delicious. The Mac n cheese was spot on. Smoked potato salad was delightful. Very chill atmosphere with great staff and the food came out so quick, hot and ready to be devoured. 10/10 if in the area. Incredible and I can't wait for my next meal. read more

12 Bones Smokehouse SOUTH - Wings - Smokehouse Near Me - Arden, North Carolina

12 bones was recommended to us by lots of folks so we figured we had to give it a try! We went mostly for the food but the beer was just as good! We ended up getting a plate of pulled pork, which came with two sides - we picked Mac & Cheese and Mashed Sweet Potatoes. We also got a little taste of the blueberry habanero ribs. The pulled pork was AMAZING! The ribs were AMAZING! Sides were great but the meat was the real prize winner for us! The homemade BBQ sauces were also amazing, we were huge fans of the jalapeño bbq sauce! read more

12 Bones Smokehouse SOUTH - Pulled pork plate and 3 ribs - Smokehouse Near Me - Arden, North Carolina

Felt nice to come back after not being here for maybe 8 yrs or so. The food still hasn't changed much and ribs were as good as I remember. Glad to see despite all the damage the surrounding areas took, they're still doing good business wise. If you drop by the ribs are a must. The blueberry chipotle were great but I can't lie I do miss the cheer wine ribs those were my favorite. The collards are a must! I'm usually picky when it comes to greens but these were seasoned to perfection. However the mac and cheese lacked unfortunately. I wasn't too impressed with it personally. Between the Mac being runny and lacking flavor, I'd honestly suggest picking another side. Overall, great time and would drop back by whenever I'm in the area. read more

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Always try to make it to 12 bones when I'm in town. Their collards are my fav and I love so many of the meats on the menu. The blueberry chipotle ribs are an all time fav for me. read more

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Service and ambiance was successful, as it was relatively quick. I got half a rack of ribs with blueberry chipotle BBQ sauce alongside baked beans and smoked potato salad. The potato salad had an enjoyable amount of spice, and the unique thing about it is that there were a couple of large yet tender chunks of potato in there. The beans could have been a little more tender, but still had a good sweetness. The sauce on the ribs were highly sweet and the meat itself was super tender. Overall, this is one of the BBQ places to be. read more

12 Bones Smokehouse SOUTH - Smokehouse Near Me - Arden, North Carolina

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We had the best wedge salad with smoked turkey. Lettuce was fresh, plentiful (enough for 2) loved the spicy ranch dressing and crumbled bacon. My husband had the chopped barbecue plate, collards and the most wonderful pickled okra salad. Cornbread was so tasty and fresh. We will be back! read more

12 Bones Smokehouse SOUTH - Wedge salad with smoked turkey and chopped barbecue plate with collards and pickled okra salad. - Smokehouse Near Me - Arden, North Carolina

First time to their new location and everything was fantastic! We tried the chopped brisket w/ sides of (damn good) corn pudding, baked beans, and cornbread. Also the pork sandwich w/ Mac n cheese. Everything including the sauces was tasty! Service was great and it was nice to sit in the taproom and listen to live music which they do on Thursdays from 5:30-7:30pm. read more

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the meat was dry and the meat on the ribs was dry and didn't fall off the bones. You shouldn't have to pour bbq sauce to make it moist and edible. read more

Decent BBQ spot near the airport. You can get all the classic bbq dishes and sides. The chopped brisket was ok - it was more like a sloppy Joe set up where the meat had been sitting in sauce rather than separately chopped brisket with sauce on top. The cheese grits and cornbread were the real highlights for me. The green beans had a strong taste to them maybe lots of garlic which slowly grew on me but was a lot at first. The plates are decent proportions. The space is huge so plenty of seating for large groups and space for kids. The taproom is a nice bonus as well for beer lovers. read more

12 Bones Smokehouse SOUTH - Chopped brisket plate - Smokehouse Near Me - Arden, North Carolina

We are from TX . We expect meat differently I guess. The salt pepper ribs are so dry, like you are eating dry wood. Services are good. I will not come here again. read more

Must try when in town! This is the second time we' ve been and it was just as delicious as we remember. When you first walk in there's a little store front area that has awesome merch and some of their sauces. You order your food counter service style and there's a front and back spot to order from. We went with the smoked turkey sandwich and it is AMAZING! Idk what they do but the savory and sweet balance plus the texture from the slaw,, turkey, bacon and Brie is delicious. We also tried their ribs with the blackberry chipotle sauce and they are hands down some of the best ribs we've tried. Crispy outside layer but falls right off the bone. They also have a great selection of beer. We will be back asap! read more

12 Bones Smokehouse SOUTH - Smoked turkey sandwich - Smokehouse Near Me - Arden, North Carolina

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Brown Sugar Ribs (5/5): Exactly the kind of ribs I love. Smoky, meaty, just a little sweet, and you have to work to fully clean off the bone. Good bark with a perfect dry rub that doesn't require any sauce at all. Top tier ribs! Blueberry Chipotle Ribs (5/5): Saucy ribs with a hint of blueberry and chipotle. Wished this was a little spicier. Great ribs, but the brown sugar ones are on another level. Jalapeno Cheese Grits (5/5): Love the texture of grits, but they're usually too flavorless. These are packed with flavor though! I only wish it was a little spicier. Smoked Wings (4/5): Not very smoky, but the rub had a nice sweetness to it. The chicken was also pretty juicy. Came with a chipotle mayo type dipping sauce that I thought was just ok. Smoked Potato Salad (4/5): Smoky and tangy with a lot of paprika flavor. Damn Good Corn Puddin' (4/5): Sweet corn pudding with a lot of juicy corn kernels. Smoked Turkey Sandwich (4/5): LOTS of turkey meat, tasty bacon, and perfect Texas toast. I wanted a more smokiness from this though. (To be fair I'm also just not a big fan of turkey in general). Corn Bread (2/5): Dry and not sweet enough. RATING SYSTEM 5 - Great (Need to get this again) 4 - Good (Would get this again) 3 - Ok (Might give this another shot) 2 - Not Good (Won't get this again) 1 - Bad (Telling people to avoid this) read more

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My fiancé had pulled pork sandwich which has potential. Had a lot of pork on the sandwich so worth the price but flavor lacked. Felt like it was missing something to improve overall. Ribs with blueberry chipotle sauce were a little tough in spots. Flavor was decent but didn't get much expected sweet, spiciness from the sauce. Overall okay ribs. Mac and cheese was fine, sauce was a little loose so didn't stick together but overall decent flavor. Green beans well seasoned with the garlic. I ate the smoked turkey which was flavorful and would get again. My mac and cheese was too loose and not enough flavor to me. Cornbread decent. We did a to go order so can't speak to anything outside of food. read more

First time at this sister, location of 12 bones always visited the one in Asheville, but unfortunately, the floods close that one down We ordered the 12 bones which of course is a full rack of ribs with the sugar glaze, which of course was wonderful. We also had the coleslaw and corn pudding. Apparently we purchased another 12 phones six of the sugar glaze and six of the blueberry flavoring unfortunately they had run out of brisket so we weren't able to try that at this location. From the time we ordered to the time we received, our food was so much shorter than we had even expected, and even a lot faster than their other location was as far as ambience Restaurant is inside an old factory that has been converted over so it's very industrial at times can be a little loud but has a little bit of everything as well as a lot of sitting outdoors as well I honestly can't say anything bad about this restaurant other than they ran out of brisket, but that's good for the restaurant and not as good for me but again the ribs were wonderful and we're in town. We will certainly go back. read more

Good BBQ restaurant. Through the front door is a pick up area. You order the food at the next room for eat in. Then they have another area in the back, more like a brewery. But good area to sit and eat. The food is really good, large portions. The drinks and sauce bar are all self service. One of my favorite places to eat. read more

12 Bones Smokehouse SOUTH - Meat Sampler April 2024 - Smokehouse Near Me - Arden, North Carolina

Great ribs! Yum! I had the brown sugar ribs, my friend had the habanero ribs. Excellent! Looking forward to returning.

This is a must try if you are in the area! This was our first stop on our trip to Asheville. It is a must try if you are in the area! The food was absolutely delicious! The customer service was great! They have a lot of options and everyone in our group found something they loved! Our kids loved the food too so that is a plus in our book! We tried the smoked chicken, pork, ribs, salad, and almost all the sides on the menu and it was all so delicious and great quality. Definitely try the blueberry habanero wings, and smoked potato salad! read more

After driving past - only took about 15 mins to get done - ordered pulled pork and chicken - Mac n cheese w beans - very good would definitely stop here *** read more

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Order at the counter; menus available to look at in your hand or in the chalkboard behind the counter. These people know their ribs, with at least four different sauces/rub choices. Our table loved the blueberry habernero. I chose the hogzilla sandwich - smoked bacon, pulled pork, a brat and cheddar jack YAAASSSSS I took leftovers home and I'll be eating them for days this sandwich was so large. Our fav sides were all that we tried: slaw, corn pudding, cornbread. Of note: they also have for sale potted plants, Koozies hats and Tshirts, and a number of other fun items. Beer on tap is their own! read more

12 Bones Smokehouse SOUTH - Mural in dining area - Smokehouse Near Me - Arden, North Carolina

This place is a must go if you're in the Asheville area. The blueberry chipotle ribs are amazing and all of their sides are great. They now have a brewery which is great and the wait staff is friendly and prompt. The atmosphere is really a neat concept . read more

A handful of Coloradans went seeking great NC barbecue and found it at 12 Bones. The ribs were meaty and delicious and the portion enormous. The chicken & pulled pork were moist and flavorful. A good variety of sides accompanied the main course and there were drinks to satisfy every thirst. Service was quick and the ambience casual. It's not a place for a quiet meal, just great food. read more

Enjoyed our evening here. I'm not normally a fan of BBQ but I loved my platter. I had the traditional rub on the ribs with buttered green beans, cornbread and corn pudding. The ribs and corn pudding were exceptional. Service was quick and friendly, ambiance was conducive to a big group and it was yummy. read more

12 Bones Smokehouse SOUTH - Smokehouse Near Me - Arden, North Carolina

I moved back to Asheville in 2017, and always said I was going to try 12 Bones. No idea why it took me this long, but I'm mad at myself for waiting! I ordered the family pack with 2lbs of pork, collards, cornbread, smoked potato salad, an extra order of cornbread, pint of Mac & cheese, a rack of ribs, and 1 lb of pulled chicken. Incredible is the only word. My dad, who is BBQ snob was in Heaven. He loved it all, especially the smoked Potato Salad. I want to personally apologize for waiting 8 years to finally come here, but I promise, I'll be back enough times to make up for it! read more

This is an extremely casual eatery. You order and then they bring your food to your table. The barbecue was delicious. It was a great rub and they had additional sauces if you needed. The ribs were amazing and fell right off the bone. The sides were excellent too. It is definitely a good place for barbecue. read more

Smoky, tender BBQ was perfect after a long hike at Pisgah national forest. As a KC person I was curious to try NC BBQ. The sauce & meat didn't disappoint! I ordered the pulled pork plate with jalapeño cheddar grits- something I can't get in KC. It complimented the pork so well and were nice and spicy! I also had the coleslaw. I sampled all of the sauces & really enjoyed the vinegar based sauce. Our food was served quickly and the busboy promptly cleared our table when we were finished. The restaurant is very chill- tables with rolls of paper towels for sticky fingers. Self serve drinks, outdoor seating. Brewery is next door and you can order beer there. read more

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Unbelievably nice people. Very cool build out. The ribs and brisket taste is good. But not soft and dry. It's not so hard to make ribs "fall off the bone". Brisket is tough. But it's your job to make it right. I liked the mashed sweet potato and corn bread. Mac and cheese was ok. read more

12 Bones Smokehouse SOUTH - Smokehouse Near Me - Arden, North Carolina

Best ribs I've had in a while! Brisket was also very good. Tender, juicy, right amount of fat. I also like the addition of the pickled white onions to balance it all out. I got the pulled pork as a sample but I would definitely get that as a main. It was so juicy and flavorful, wish I had a brioche to slap it on there. Service was friendly and quick and I like the seat yourself and help yourself stations. Cuts down on a lot of fuss! Very clean and industrial but not harsh esthetic. Bring a friend like I did to share and tell! read more

12 Bones Smokehouse SOUTH - Brisket plate with damn good corn pudding and baked beans - Smokehouse Near Me - Arden, North Carolina

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Always good. Very cordial and friendly service at the take out counter. Also always on time as promised for pick up. I always go to the Hendersonville Road location and am never disappointed. read more

First time trying BBQ. So good I came two days in a row. I totally see the hype and think this place is amazing. I came since they have unique rib flavors like the famous, Blueberry Chipotle or intriguing Pineapple Habanero. Thankfully, they allow you to try 3 or 6 bones of different flavors to mix and match. I did 3 bones of Blueberry Chipotle and 3 bones of Pineapple Habanero. For sides, I recommend the smoked potato salad and the sweet vinegar slaw. The sweet potatoes were tasty, but basic while the corn pudding although popular, I found not needed since I got cornbread with my meal. I didn't find the corn pudding all that. The Blueberry Chipotle was my favorite. You can taste the subtle sweetness of the blueberries while still enjoying a smokey flavor. The pineapple habanero had a slight but nice kick to it which I enjoyed. As someone who is predominantly vegetarian and who only eats meat occasionally, this place was the bomb. So much so, my partner and I came the next day to get more. My partner has multiple food allergies (peanuts, eggs, walnuts, shellfish) and the staff were able to check and ensure no risk of cross contamination. I was ecstatic to find an opportunity and place for them that is a local staple to eat at! Overall, the interior is very spacious and the staff are all incredibly kind and helpful. The service itself was quick and easy. But honestly, the staff made the place and it was great especially to see how much they care about their customers and their safety. Hats off to the lovely food and customer service of this place. Definitely worth the hype, check it out. read more

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Friendly service. Cool laid back atmosphere in and old industrial building. The food tastes awesome and all the sauces are on point. A hot jalapeño, tangy mustard, spicy vinegar and a sweet tomato. One of the best pulled pork I've eaten at a BBQ place. I'll be back to try some more on the menu. As a bonus it's attached to their brewery. Good beer too. read more

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Good food...nice atmosphere. The ribs (blueberry chipotle) and chicken along with the sides; sweet mash potatoes and smoked potato salad. I got the corn pudding and that was not corn pudding more like stuffing or dressing. That was the only side that could have stayed in the store. The peanut butter pie was pretty good read more

12 Bones Smokehouse SOUTH - Peanut butter pie - Smokehouse Near Me - Arden, North Carolina

I loved the pulled smoked chicken platter. The chicken was amazingly tender with just the right amount of smoke. The jalapeno cheese grits were excellent. The mac and cheese had a nice smooth cheesiness, but was probably the least interesting things about the dish -- it was good, not great. But the cornbread more than made up for it. A large chunk of the best cornbread I've ever had. I'm not sure what exactly they do to it -- maybe sage and a few other herbs, but it is truly damn good. I had a beer that they describe as being like a typical British pub beer, and indeed it was. Medium color, but tasted like a dark beer without being nearly as heavy. Homey, comfortable place with a friendly staff. Take me home, country road! Definitely on the comeback rotation. read more

12 Bones Smokehouse SOUTH - Pulled chicken platter with cornbread, mac and cheese and jalapeno cheese grits. - Smokehouse Near Me - Arden, North Carolina

Ate it so fast I did not take pictures. Yes this place is worth all the hype. The jalepeno grits, the smoked potato salad, the greens, the ribs, the pork. My god well worth it read more

I really liked the vibe of the restaurant - cozy seating areas for whatever your hear desires, outdoor seating, traditional seating - had it all. Service was quick and able to get what we wanted in a reasonable amount of time. I got the turkey sandwich and the collard greens - chefs kiss. But, that mac-n-cheese was beyond disappointing. I really felt like I was eating buttered noodles covered in milk. read more

A group of us recently returned to Asheville for the first time since before Covid. We used to visit as couples and this place was always a favorite spot for us. We were pleasantly surprised to see how much it has grown since our last visit. The addition is fantastic! The food is still just as delicious as we remember. The service was friendly and super fast!!! read more

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The ribs were so dry. Pulled pork was a bit dry as well. Maybe it was an off day.. not sure because the other reviews are so good. The sides, however were very very good. Loved the corn pudding. Collard greens and grits were good as well as the slaw. Staff was nice. read more

Thank goodness we found this local gem! After a day of hiking, we wanted 3 things--delicious food, local brews and dog friendly and 12 Bones really checked all the boxes and more. The food was delicious and very filling - a few of us had left overs. The wings were seasoned well and didn't even need the dipping sauce. The pulled pork was moist and the ribs were juicy and tender. The sides were yummy co-stars to the meat--we wish we ordered 1 of each just to try. Dont sleep on the baked beans. corn pudding and slaw. We would re order these meals in a heartbeat. read more

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Huge disappointment. After googling best bbq in Asheville, they popped up so figured I'd give it a shot. Waste of money. The Mac was absolutely horrific. Watery. Tasteless. Couldn't even see one speck of pepper. Terrible just terrible. Ribs were tough, not fall off the bone like I had hoped for and I didn't taste much flavor on them either. I got the brown sugar and barely tasted much. Only thing I did enjoy was the cucumber salad. It was crunchy and fresh. But everything else was a no go for me. With all the 5 star reviews I can only assume people got other stuff than what I had or they like bland food. read more

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The barbecue turkey was delicious with their delicious sauce. My friend had the baby back ribs which were so meaty she couldn't finish them. My side of mashed sweet potatoes were great read more

The most consistent BBQ in town. Quick cafeteria-esque service. Down side is that they aren't open very late, so it's easy to miss your window. read more