Food was amazing. Best cheese curds i've had. waitress, who was amazing, suggested getting some…read morehoney sriracha sauce (from the wings) to dip the curds in. BEST IDEA EVER. Burger was amazing. Wings and onion rings. great. Will be returning soon.

Came to try their stuffed mushrooms since stuffed mushrooms are a requirement when I'm in the…read moretri-state area, and they did not disappoint. We also tried their boneless wings with bourbon sriracha sauce. The wings were fine. I'm now spoiled by others, so these are just fine. Lots of crispy breading but the sauce was good.

Found myself visiting Ashland Ky and the hotel desk clerk suggested Fat Patty's for a good…read morehamburger. Walked across the street and was seated fairly quickly near a TV. The server was super friendly and quickly took my drink order. After looking at the menu, I decided on the Lasso Patty. The burger and fries arrived hot and fresh off the grill. It's was more than I could eat but the ham, bacon, BBQ, and burger combo was much better than expected. The fries were hot and crispy and tasted just right without any salt. Overall, the service and food were great. The price was unbeatable! I will visit again for sure.

Good: They are open late. Good: Big menu to choose from…read more Bad: their food is way too salty.

Dishonest, incompetent staff. Upcharge for items that aren't listed on the menu and then argue with…read moreme about their *choice. Food is hilariously inconsistent and portions vary wildly. When the mill opened it was wonderful. The place could improve if the management actually held the staff to a higher standard, but as it's about to be closing I genuinely doubt it. When you ask why did the mill close? Come reference this. -inconsistency. -unhelpful, rude staff that act like I broke into their house and am asking them to serve me food from their own fridge. -food ranges from terrible to okay. -you will wait an hour on average for the simplest food. It's always sad to see a locallly owned restaurant shut down. Unfortunately something being "local" doesn't justify inferior food and service. Wish things could be different!

ambiance of this restaurant was reminiscent of a cozy bookstore with a delightful restaurant tucked…read moreinside. The shelves were adorned with an extensive collection of books, while other charming items lined the walls. Their menu offered a diverse range of dishes, catering to various tastes. As an avid Eggs Benedict enthusiast, my choice was an easy one. My companion opted for the breakfast bowl with bacon, and both dishes were exceptionally tasty, with well-balanced seasoning. I couldn't help but notice a steak sizzling on a lava rock, promising a delectable culinary experience. However, the service was slightly slow due to the restaurant's popularity. Despite the crowd, our waitress was incredibly kind and even offered an apology for any inconvenience caused. Overall, I would highly recommend this restaurant for breakfast or brunch when visiting the area.

We absolutely love Sonora! The staff are so friendly and the food is always packed full of flavor…read moreand delicious! I highly recommend visiting!

What I ordered: San Carlos tacos Price: $16.99 for 3…read more Overall thoughts: good New Mexican restaurant in the area, good vibes and food. PRESENTATION & CREATIVITY- I believe all food is art. This meal was presented well. We noticed they also make table side guacamole in front of you. QUALITY & TASTE- Everyone has their own opinion of preferences of taste. The tacos were so good. The fried ice cream was also delicious. Their salsa isn't too spicy. SERVICE & HOSPITALITY- One aspect of a great experience at an establishment is the service of the staff. Everyone at Sonoras was friendly. VARIETY OF OPTIONS- Some establishments offer very diverse menu. At this establishment, they has so many options. I wish they had a website with the menu. BANG FOR YOUR BUCK? Is this too expensive for the quality of food? No it's well priced. EXTRA NOTES: they have parking, table side guacamole, and order margs in a pitcher

From the moment you step inside, the aroma hits first: a deep, hickory-laced perfume that signals…read morehours of slow devotion rather than shortcuts. This is barbecue that announces itself honestly. No gimmicks, no pretension--just meat treated with respect. We started off with the Texas Sausage Sampler which includes 3 Sausages. Jalapeno Cheddar, Hickory Smoke and Original Old Fashioned. Served with Carolina Gold Sauce, Mustard and Horseradish. The sauce is outstanding. Smoking J's Rib House in Ashland, Kentucky, is the kind of place that reminds you why barbecue isn't just food--it's culture, patience, and pride rendered in smoke and fire. The ribs are the undisputed star. Thick-cut, generously portioned, and lacquered with a bark that balances sweetness, smoke, and spice, they arrive with that elusive perfection every pitmaster chases. The meat pulls cleanly from the bone without collapsing into mush, proof of disciplined temperature control and timing. Each bite delivers layers: smoke up front, pork richness at the core, and a restrained tang from the sauce that enhances rather than smothers. Brisket lovers will find plenty to admire. The slices boast a pronounced smoke ring and a pepper-forward crust, with fat rendered to a buttery softness that melts on the tongue. It's assertive, confident barbecue--unapologetically Southern, yet precise enough to impress even seasoned purists. The sides refuse to play second fiddle. Mac and cheese was amazing, creamy with a baked top that adds texture, while the baked beans carry a subtle smokiness that echoes the pit rather than competing with it. Coleslaw provides a crisp, cooling contrast, cutting through the richness exactly as it should. What truly elevates Smoking J's, though, is its sense of place. This isn't barbecue chasing trends or Instagram aesthetics. It's barbecue rooted in community--food that feels earned, familiar, and deeply satisfying. The atmosphere is unpretentious and welcoming, the kind where regulars are greeted like family and newcomers are quickly converted. Smoking J's Rib House doesn't just serve great barbecue--it reinforces why Ashland deserves a seat at the table in Kentucky's smokehouse conversation. It's a destination for locals, a worthy stop for travelers, and a reminder that when barbecue is done right, it doesn't need to shout. The smoke speaks for itself.

Visiting my family in Ohio, they asked to take us to this BBQ joint for some lunch. I was…read moresurprised how big this place is on the proximity of the size of the town...but it looked to be doing great business on a Thursday afternoon. They got some fried pickles for the table and shared with us...these were pretty good. Hub and I decided to split a three meat plate for 20 dollars...a bargain with all that food...it came with two sides. We picked the Mac and cheese and the baked beans. All the meats were fabulous as were the baked beans and cornbread...the only thing that fell short was the Mac and cheese...but this is just a side and not the star. When we come back I will ask to come back here..I,was pretty impressed!

Food is pretty good but the restaurant is dirty Our waitress was slow. 3 if the staff went…read moreoutside on break together. I wouldn't let them break unless the place was clean but I guess you can't make people work anymore. I wouldn't recommend it.

The only reason this place got a 1 star review is because of the server. The food was terrible, we…read morewaited, last I looked, 25 minutes if not longer for our milkshakes. I can understand if they're busy, but they weren't. We were one of 5 tables in the entire place. Would not recommend.

While visiting my sister in Ironton I decided to take my niece for food & ice cream at The Shakery…read more When I come into town I always see a line of people and after having stopped in and ate I now know why. The Shakery is a cool "Mom & Pops" eater with a plethora of sweet treats. There is a place to stand and order outside, a drive thru, outside seating and indoor seating. You will see people of all ages. It's really nostalgic. The environment is nice & clean. Staff is friendly and I must say they did an excellent job for as busy as they were. There sweet treats vary from classic shakes to "blizzard-like" shakes, sundaes, specialty shakes, banana splits & slushies. I chose a peanut butter shake which was so creamy and full of peanut butter flavor. SO GOOD!!!!!! Perfect consistency for dipping my French fries in. Yea...I'm one of those lol. Scarlett chose a cherry slushie. You will get your sweet treats before your food. I ordered a hamburger and she got a kids grilled cheese and fries. The kids portion is a full size cheese sandwich btw. We enjoyed our time at the Shakery. The food is made to Order so don't expect drive-thru mentality. It's worth the wait I promise.

Was there today and got a footlong, onion rings and fries....the footlong was cold and the onion…read morerings and fries were hot....the fries had way to much salt on them....next time I hope the footlong is warm

Onion rings are still on point! We had a great experience at the bar. Good food, generous portions,…read moreand friendly service.

Food was not as great as when they first opened. Onion rings were a bit bland and spasagna was…read moregreasy, but nostalgic. Service was excellent, even after the wrong entree was delivered to the table, the waitress caught the error and corrected quickly. The atmosphere was as always. Restaurant was clean.

Enjoyed our meal. Felt like a hometown diner. Friendly staff and the food was nice and hot. Will be…read moreback.

Great food great people great service been multi times and have never been let down one time the…read moreowner was in I set across from him the whole time never even knew till we almost was ready to leave they care about you and the service they provide such an amazing place to eat and to be I'd definitely recommend it to everyone and anyone!

Rude bartenders. Did not even offer a drink menu, which they do have. Would have ordered more if I…read morehad known the price and it didn't feel like they were being put out by serving me. 3 people at bar with two Bartenders. Had reservations for tomorrow night to eat but will be canceling those. The AC clearly needs attention. Set to 68 but it was 76 inside, at 9:30 PM. Has great potential but the food and staff just did not look the part ***UPDATE: Did actually go for dinner. If I could give 0 stars I would. At least we got a menu this time. The shrimp were not deveined. I DID NOT ORDER SHRIMP POOP. The "loaded" potato had no butter or sour cream. Green beans steamed in bag from grocery if I could guess. Our food died at the pass.

I don't get to see my fiancé often because he travels for work, so I came from Michigan to Ashland,…read moreKentucky to spend some time with him. We were really looking forward to a nice dinner out together, but unfortunately, our experience here was very disappointing. We were at the restaurant for two hours and still hadn't been able to order dinner. We started in the dining area, but our server, Amanda, wasn't very friendly or attentive, so we decided to move to the bar. The bartender was incredibly kind and doing her best, but she seemed overwhelmed by how busy it was. With some extra support--like a barback--she could have provided an even better experience. At that point, though, after waiting so long, we were just ready to grab something quick and head out. Sadly, we won't be returning, and I wouldn't recommend this spot to others based on our visit.