This spot is legit. My family and I were visiting the Cincinnati area for the first time and came…read moreacross Pendleton Lucius Q as a good BBQ spot recommended by DDD. It was so good the first time, we hit it again this afternoon. Cool, relaxed feel inside, great service and great food. Jameela served us on both visits and she was awesome. Everything we tried was good, but my favorite was the Pendleton Porker and the banana pudding for dessert. If we're ever back in town, Lucius Q is on the top of our list!

I usually love a casual counter-service meal, but the hostile and condescending staff at Lucius Q…read morein Pendleton completely ruined my visit. The disrespect started the second we walked up to the counter to place our order. When we asked a simple question about the daily specials, the employee at the register scoffed, rolled their eyes, and patronizingly told us, "The sign is right in front of your face." We were stunned by the immediate attitude. Every basic interaction after that asking for extra napkins, checking on a missing side of five-cheese mac was met with palpable annoyance, as if our presence was a massive inconvenience to their shift. To top it off, when we politely pointed out that we were given the wrong sides with our sandwich combo, the worker argued with us rather than fixing it. Food is only half the experience, and no amount of smoked brisket or pulled pork can make up for being treated like garbage. Save your money and go somewhere else in Cincinnati that values basic customer service.

Bee's bbq is a quaint little place. The second you walk in the door you are met with the light…read morearoma of the bbq smoke, It smells wonderful! The bar is to the left and a few booths are to the right. A few more booths are in the back beyond the bar. You go to the bar to place your orders. The food was simple and delicious. We tried the bee sting (specialty pulled pork sandwich) and the sliced brisket sandwich, as well as the fresh bbq beans, light and flaky cornbread muffins, and the crisp sidewinder fries. Everything was wonderful and the beer was ice cold! Additional sauces are on table, enjoy!

Hmmm. First...great location and great bartenders and staff... some of the nicest people I have…read moreever met. They were attentive and all had great energy. The decor and energy in the room was great! The food was slightly above average. My sis had two different types of ribs. My niece had the jack fruit sandwich. I had the brisket Philly. My Philly was okay. There was nothing crazy good about it. I would not go back for it. The ribs were meaty and tasty but, again, not anything to write home about. My niece did not like her sandwich. All in all, I would g g I back to the bar because of the wonderful bartender. But I would order something other than what we ordered. The portions were ample. So that's positive....but I have had better. They get three stars, largely driven by how fun it is and because of the bartenders - not the food.

Today: Epic BBQ ribs... cheesy Jalapeño grits.. & cole slaw…read more I enjoy my time coming here. Everyone is super cool, and are intent on feeding you well. Vinyl playing on the Turntable... Art... Reds memorabilia...

It was incredibly disappointing given the other reviews. I ordered a 2-rib lunch, and the ribs were…read morejust tough and dry and had almost no meat on them. They gave me three instead of two, maybe because they could see the quality just wasn't there. I just really was expecting GREAT ribs, and what I got was probably the worst I've eaten. I feel like the answer to, "Hey, these ribs have no meat on them and are dried out" shouldn't be "so let's give her an extra one." The answer should be "Let's not serve these." Given that other reviews are so positive, I'll probably give it another try, but I'm afraid I'm not in a major hurry to get there again.

So Beard and Bellies moved from its previous location in Wooden Cask-…read more I think they left the flava in the old location I was one of the first customers when they opened for the day and thought I would be treated to only the freshest pulled pork- The pork was so dry I could hardly chew it. I wish I would have tried something else The house pickles and onions are a nice accompaniment- The deviled egg potato salad and broccoli salad were "meh" and the portions are very small. The best part of the meal was the buttered bread- Did like the location change- it was an upgrade from the previous one- I will go back EVENTUALLY- but it's gonna take some time to forget this meal -

Stopped at Beards & Bellies BBQ (inside of the well bar in Covington) and tried what they called a…read moretasting platter -- it was like a full-on smorgasbord of deliciousness! A little bit of everything, and every bite was packed with flavor. It was perfect for sharing and definitely kept us fueled for the day. The variety was awesome, from the smoked meats to the sides -- you really can't go wrong. If you're hungry and want to try it all, the tasting platter is the way to go!

My husband and I were in Cincy for the day and I had heard good things about Smoke Justis so we…read moredecided to try it out. We were seated quickly but had to wait a bit for service but everything was fine after we finally got our beers and waters. We took our waitress' recommendation and started with the fried pickles and peppers. They were good, if unremarkable. Fried well and a large portion. My husband and I each went with the two meat plate. I had the smoked turkey and jalapeno cheddar sausage with a side salad and mac and cheese. I fully expected to like the sausage more because I adore jalapenos but I was actually blown away by the turkey! It was so tender and flavorful without being insanely smokey. The mac and cheese was really creamy and flavorful and even their side salad was really great-simple but with a good spring mix and yummy toppings. The only thing I didn't enjoy was the cornbread as it was served cold and didn't have much flavor. My husband really enjoyed his brisket and chicken, as well. I would definitely come back here the next time I'm in the area!

This is such a hidden gem- I considered "gate keeping"-…read more We went on a Thursday evening and despite a small crowd it took a "hot honey minute" to get a cold drink. - They had live entertainment, but we left before the music- This place is very skillfully designed. The decor is dark and rich. Perfect for a "bourbon bar." They have curated the most comprehensive bourbon collection I've seen in a long time- Debbie recommended the Nashville Outlaw Hot honey Sandwich- it was smoking and paired well w/pepper jack cheese- I consider myself a coleslaw aficionado and theirs was some of the creamiest-I could tell it was made fresh daily- Fries were lukewarm-but still okay-

The good? The brisket is better in flavor than City Bbq brisket and the folks manning the stand are…read morenice. The bad? The price. It was $18 for a small sandwich! Little bit of sides and that's it Yes, it gets a 4 stars because I'm ranking food taste but a it would be a 3 because its not a lot of food in the end

great ambiance, its like a nice version of a mall food court. plenty of outdoor/indoor seating…read more everything was clean and comfortable, great lighting and food options. its wing week and i had to get a 12 piece for lunch, they are meaty and heavy and i was able to share with a few co workers and they all agreed, the wings are cooked perfectly and juicy and meaty, they were seasoned very well (i got the dry rub) with a trio of sauces on the side. the carolina gold is definitely my favorite but the regular bbq was great as well, service was fast and friendly. there was only one woman working but she took my order and prepared it quickly, i was in and out in just a few moments and even ordered a pulled pork nacho for a co workers so i was definitely impressed with how quickly it came out.

Was in town for a conference and me and the fellas were hungry. Just Q'in was just what we were…read morelooking for. My favorite BBQ is Texas Burnt tips. Just Q'in stacks up with the best Texas Tips I've had. The sides, usually afterthoughts at BBQ spots, were great too. The greens were flavorful. And the peach cobbler was legit. Also, the service was top-notch. The owners clearly care about their clientele. It was clean, and they cut the brisket right out in front. We had an Argentinian with us (they have some of the best beef in the world) and he also gave his hearty thumbs up. If you want good bbq from a local, not a chain, Just Q'in is just right.

We came on a Sunday to grab some BBQ before the football games. We ordered ribs and wings,…read moreunfortunately they were already out of brisket. The wings itself were very small. The ribs were a little dried out and tough to eat. I have been here more than once and had a better experience our first time. I do love to eat local and hope the next time we come we get a better experience. The dry rub flavor on the wings were sweeter than I thought it would be and tasted like Grippos seasoning. Hopefully I will be back soon to try again.

We were in town for a concert and decided to give Harmon's a try. We were not disappointed. We did…read morecarry-out and both ordered sandwiches. I had the El Jefe and my companion had the pulled pork with coleslaw. First off, calling the El Jefe a sandwich is selling that bad boy short. This is a meat sampler platter on a bun; pulled pork, brisket, sausage and 2 ribs (actually got 3!). Honestly, this could easily be a meal for 2 people. All meats were juicy and not slathered in sauce; not a sauce guy so this was ideal! It did come with a side of sauce if you need to cover up well smoked, tasty meats. I really liked the buns too. They had a nice sweetness to them. My companion, loved her pulled pork w/slaw sammie too! We shared a pint of green beans. I thought they were very good, she thought they were too peppery but she always says that as she's not fond of pepper. Oh well, what are you gonna do... at least she has good taste in men. All in all, an outstanding meal at a fair price. If you're in the mood for some bbq done right and in the area, give Harmon's a try. You will not be disappointed.

Wow what a gem!! Perfect brisket melts in your mouth and pulled pork very good I had sweet…read morepotato and coleslaw a delicious meal My sister had loaded baked potato cornbread and smoked wings She loved the wings Service was quick and dependable A great place for a family dinner

Can we take a moment to appreciate the masterpiece that is the g funk wings? Phenomenal. The Mac…read moreand cheese is also fantastic, and has massive globs melty cheese. Service is fast and friendly. We love this place.

I got 6 wings of their dillonator & 6 of their g-funk wings. They know exactly what they are doing…read morehere with their BBQ. I also got some baked beans and a corn muffin. I wish I ordered 5 instead of 1. I can eat those all day long. Never have I ever had cornbread that bomb in my life. Come get you some! The lovely lady upfront with the red curly hair was nice and helpful. The other cashier which was a young boy also seemed pretty nice! If you're craving BBQ, ya'll gotta come try this spot out. It's right off the freeway. Nice building with a good amount of seating.

Have you ever been away from someone or some place for a while and when you return you can pick up…read morewhere you left off? Well, the Montgomery in Boathouse is that place and always a must stop when I'm in town because the ribs are always cooked to perfection and the staff is always on point. On this night, I ordered a slab of ribs, Saratoga chips, and a salad. No surprises there. Not much has changed in almost 40 years of coming to The Boathouse, just the hours and maybe the bibs. Ties are not as common nowadays. I also like the distance between the new stadium and the Boathouse. I was able to park under the stadium walk to the Montgomery Inn and back to the stadium for a matchup against the Royals. Great parking, great seats, great ribs, great walk, great night and for under $150 with generous tip, which spectacular deal. $52 Reds, $30 parking, $66 meal and tip. :) I admit I have only tried their ribs and they're always amazing!! Fun fact, I also had 30 slabs shipped back to Denver for a party and they cooked up perfectly and the sauce was delectable! Everyone loved them! People still ask me about the epic rib party I held! If you are in Cincinnati and looking for an amazing night out with an after dinner walk, concert, ballgame, or even to enjoy the view be sure to stop by The Boathouse and make it a night to remember.

830pm Saturday arrival for restaurant week, so excited to try montgomery inns pri fixe menu items,…read moreordered Gulf Shrimp Cantonese, Rib & Chicken Dinner that included a side of my choice which i picked fries, and Profiterole which was a pastry filled with graeters ice cream and topped with hot fudge. shrimp came with a hot mustard that i stirred until well mixed, first bite was unbelievably spicy and i almost died but it was tasty still and warmed me up. chicken and ribs were good but nothing really to write about, both could've used more seasoning as without the bbq sauce they wouldve been bland. fries were nothing special either. the dessert was my favorite part of the 3 course. so delicious, the vibes are great. river views, quiet ambiance, nice lighting it was overall solid evening. i just wish the food was a bit better.