Good was great!! My server was so nice and very good at what she does. I'm pretty sure I caught the…read morename Mariah. She offered a dinner and a concert:)

The last time I had come here I wanted to try this place; however, it was not a national chain like…read moreWings and Rings or Buffalo Wild Wings and so I was kind of wary (I still had it at the back of my mind to try it at some point). This time around, I tried it yesterday and it was not bad. Their wings are basically different from others because it seems like they make sure the naked wing (which may defeat the purpose of it being called naked depending on how someone terms it) is extra crispy. Then they seem to take the wing and douse it in sauce (which I love). Cost: So I ended up getting two- 6 piece wings, one with the Wango sauce and one with Mahalo Que. It was a Monday and so 6 wings for $4.74. The cost, even with the discount, is still priced on average with other wing places. I feel so bad that the $0.50 wings may be a thing of the past (although, Papa Johns did have an offer a few months ago where this was the case). Rivals like Wingstop and Pizza Hut have wings for either $1.00 a wing (which is outrageous) and around $0.80+, respectively. Online ordering: What I did not like about the actual online ordering was that none of the flavors were scaled on spiciness (mild to hot or hot to mild), they were just listed in some order (at least from the ordering page I had seen). The Wango was pretty spicy, could have used a forewarning for that. Nevertheless, the wings were good. Chain as a whole: Continued ranting about the chain as a whole; they, like Wingstop, also charge for everything. Some wing places give dipping sauces for free (at least one) and they include celery and carrots or celery all for around $10 (Wings and Rings, I think Buffalo Wild Wings used to). I did see that there is actually a separate combo that one could get this addition. It will be extra though. If one wants a specific type of wing, they charge that per wing (drums and flats). Wings and Rings was the first wing place that I was shocked to find that one could choose either or and not be charged extra (I like drums more than I do flats). I cannot state that the wings from here were better than Wings and Rings, Wingstop, or even Papa Johns (which one could find insulting since Papa Johns to some may not even be a place that should specialize in wings, they are a pizza place). Customer service: Now addressing the customer service, it seemed like it has gotten better. Or maybe not? When I went in, it was around 4-5 p.m. and so people were probably still at work and so one table was being served when I was there for my pick up order. I did have one server ask if I would like a cup of water, that was a nice gesture. Then I had another ask if I was being assisted. That was nice. I guess if the place is not crowded, it would make a difference if a server blatantly missed serving someone. Haha. For people looking at reviews, this is how I grade: 3 star does not necessarily mean the place I reviewed is bad, it is just average. 4 star means that there was something different, maybe the price is what I would consider affordable or one could customize without extra fees. This place would have been given a four if the wings were like $0.50. Additionally, they would have been given a four if they allowed one to select a type of wing like drums or flats for free (it is so subjective to grade on this, however, I thought I would never see the day that this would have been a possibility, Wings and Rings definitely addressed this aspect). 5 star is rare. The wings would have to be something that I would have never had before and pretty much the chain would have had to have the items listed under 4 star. It kind of stinks though that when I came on here to review this place, that the business already had a 3 star rating and even with that rating, the reviews for that rating were not really good.

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!

Had a great experience at Slim Chickens thanks to Zac. His customer service was top tiervery…read morefriendly, attentive, and made sure everything was right with my order. It's rare to see that level of care these days, and it definitely stood out. Give that man a raise!

Love slim chickens always get order to go very nice drive thru service. Food is super!read more

I'm giving 4 stars because the food is delicious! The environment is decent!…read more Me and my grandmother have came in twice for indoor dining and the servers (both male) didn't show up to get us drinks for about 30 minutes and then we waited another 30 minutes before they took the orders and after that we waited over an hour for 2 sandwiches and fries! We had to box the food and leave because we didn't have time to eat it there.. When me and my boyfriend visit we get extremely fast service, don't have to wait long for food and everything is always right. I don't really know what's going on when it's 2 women coming in compared to Me and my boyfriend. We're all extremely nice and understanding people so idk why we'd be treated differently!

Stopped in for lunch. First time there. Service was good. Food was great! And even got to meet…read moreRed!! Will definitely come back.

i picked up my pizza and it wasn't even barely cut into there was only one piece and rest wasn't…read moreeven cut and I called and they wouldn't even do anything about it

this place has always been my favorite spot for delicious pizza, as always papa johns pizza…read moredelivers the goods with there wonderfully delicious ingredients, always fresh and also there delivery is super fast

Literally the worst Pizza Hut I've ever been to. Gave them the benefit of the doubt the first time,…read moretried a second and it was even worse. Slow, rude and incapable of making an order correctly, don't waste your time or money on this place! Management needs replaced.

Last time I eat at Grayson Pizza Hut .....normally their dine in is a pleasant experience ....NOT…read moreTODAY !!!!.....I see why now their parking lot is always empty ....took forever for them to seat me , then took a family in front of me, they were out of several drinks, took forever to get my drink , waitress had a major attitude with me, ordered garlic bread, got bread sticks , after taking them back got told by waitress that they were out of garlic bread ....once again with an attitude asking if I wanted them taken off the bill....like who pays for crap service like this .....the place seems a bit hostile as the waitress. Also acted like it was a chore for her to do her job the last time they messed up and told me they were out of garlic bread they gave the whole meal to me and even gave me a drink for the road ....not this time !!!!.....awful experience !!!!

I can't find enough good things to say about this place! The ambience is amazing for starters! I've…read morealways had amazing service. The food is to die for! I love the Thai peanut sauce burger! The lobster Mac is good too! The fries are out of this world!!

The food is great. I had the cheeseburger Mac and cheese and spouse had the Bruce Wayne hamburger…read more The cold brew martini was the bomb. Will visit this place again. I had the Happy Hunty beer as well, delicious! The service was slow. Waiter got tied up and delayed due to the bartender, so we got free waters :( Could not eat all the Mac n cheese.

Good burgers and chicken tenders. Good service. Everyone enjoyed their lunch. My mom, nephew in…read morelaw, niece and great nephew all enjoyed their tenders and fries. My husband and I enjoyed our hamburgers

Giant wings. Amazing cauliflower appetizer. Caesar salad had way too much dressing on it, couldn't…read moreeat it. But the highlight of my visit was my server Abby. She was so beyond sweet, treating me with such kindness even though I was there by myself. Would come back just to be served by her again. Thank you Abby!!

Great place to grub at! Only downside is all the lot lizards out and about!…read more M

Awesome wings! Love this place. They'll forever be the best wings in the area!…read more Only reason I don't give it five stars is that the bathrooms are incredibly tight and outside the place can be very sketchy.

Excellent service. Amazing brisket. turkey was the moist juicy i have eaten in my life. We got it…read morefor the dogs while we ate but we ended up splitting it with them. And the honey mustard top notch. Fried green tomatoes weren't beautiful looking but flavor was 5*.

This is the closest place to get something to eat to the Twin Knobs campground so my review is…read moreslightly slanted in their favor. There is shaded and sunny seating areas outside and table service once you have made up your mind. They brought out water for the pups which was nice. We shared a 3 meat platter for the very reasonable price of $18. The brisket was tasty but cut strangely. The pulled pork was good and a huge portion, and the baby backs were the best thing I tried. They had a sweet sticky sauce and came off the bone nicely. The rest of the sides were also good. Nothing spectacular but I have nothing negative to say. We came here after the summer boating season was over so the ice cream pickings were limited. Our server was Lexie and she was sweet. Another employee also tended to us a bit and he was very helpful. So if you are in the area and need a sturdy meal, stop in.