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.

My wife and I had the avocado bacon cheeseburger, my wife ordered tater tots, and I had the fries…read more My wife found a hair in the tots and couldn't eat them. The burger patties did not taste or look like hamburger, I immediately thought the patties were something other than beef. The food was not good, the service was poor and the restaurant was dirty. My wife's meal was removed from the bill, that was good. Every element of the restaurant was a failure. Mark and Maria Baker from Waco, Texas

Hubby and I visited this place since we had a gift certificate. It was a Tuesday night so we were…read moreseated right away. Cameron was our server and he did an excellent job. I ordered the brisket tacos and hubby got the 3 meat platter with ribs, brisket and chopped pork. The brisket was very good, but I suspect we received brisket from 2 different batches because one of my tacos was salty and the other two were fine. Hubby said ribs were a bit overcooked and a tad dry. My tacos came with one side so I chose broccoli salad. However it arrived with coleslaw instead. Upon mentioning it to Cameron he apologized and brought the correct side. Was planning to order bread pudding for dessert but was completely stuffed after our meals. Considering it was a Tuesday, the place was hopping. Servers were moving around at a brisk pace. We will return again!

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.

Such a fun experience! My husband and I came for an hour and played golf, basketball, soccer,…read morebowling, and went duck hunting! The service was great and the vibe was great. The wall of drinks was so fun to try. They were out of a lot of the cocktails but still had a lot of beer options. Great music and college football on all the tvs. We will be returning.

First off the sensors wouldn't pick up anything I was literally drilling golf balls and baseballs…read morebut it wasn't picking anything up the only game that kinda worked was basketball but it still wasn't good anyway wouldn't recommend to anyone.

What we ordered: 7 Piece Wild Wings and pretzel bites and beer cheese…read more10 piece hot wings Friend shrimp Grilled chicken salad 1 beer Sweet tea Diet Coke Price: $62 for all Overall thoughts: comfortable atmosphere, great food for a good price, and friendly staff! Would return again if I'm in town. PRESENTATION & CREATIVITY- I believe all food is art. This meal was presented nicely on trays. QUALITY & TASTE- Everyone has their own opinion of preferences of taste. This meal was tasty and not too spicy. The beer cheese and pretzels were so good!! SERVICE & HOSPITALITY- One aspect of a great experience at an establishment is the service of the staff. At this location, the staff was very friendly. We told them it was our first time there and they explained their menu and gave us recommendations. VARIETY OF OPTIONS- Some establishments offer very diverse menu. At this establishment, they had a huge menu! However, if you are trying to eat healthier you may only find a few options. BANG FOR YOUR BUCK? Is this too expensive for the quality of food? It was worth it! I'd return again if I am back in town. EXTRA NOTES: Good parking lot Near Lowes Lots of TVs High bar tables and booths available.

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.

This location in Ashland KY. is pretty hit and miss. I have eaten here and had a good meal and I've…read moreeaten here and had a not so good meal. This particular time it was good and bad, their special right now is all you can eat Riblets, boneless wings or fried shrimp. I started with boneless wings in sweet Asian sauce and they were really good. I asked for a round of Riblets and they were so dried out and tough that I couldn't eat them. We had a great waitress, who even though she had two large groups other than us, checked on us frequently and was quick to get refills. It was a snowy evening so there weren't too many people dining but it still was pretty noisy for some reason. Applebee's are pretty much the same in my opinion, this location seems like every other one I've eaten at.

Ben was our server. He excels at his job. We were sat immediately which is to be expected on a…read moreTuesday evening. Our appetizer (pretzels and beer cheese) was amazing! The pretzels were hot and crispy on the outside, yet soft and doughy on the inside! The cheese was delicious also. Our entres came out before we finished our pretzels and I couldn't be happier. Overall the food was great and the service was even better.

For part of my order I ordered 6 traditional wings. I wanted and paid for all flats, and I also…read moreasked for the sauce to be on the side. I got 6 traditional all drums with the sauce on the wings. When I said something to the runner she refused to have it fixed for me because they were too busy. I wasn't a happy camper.

We went to Buffalo Wild Wings yesterday with our two boys and arrived near the end of the Bengals…read moregame. We expected it to be busy but figured the crowd would clear out soon. Thankfully, there was no wait for a table, and we ordered right away. Pretzel knots, two kids' meals, the appetizer sampler, and six traditional wings. Unfortunately, after sitting there for over an hour, we still hadn't received our appetizer. The table next to us even asked for their check before getting the rest of their food because they had already been waiting so long. At that point, we decided to leave since it had been over an hour and nothing had come out yet. We still left our waiter a good tip because it clearly wasn't his fault since he was losing money too. Really disappointing overall, especially since we were looking forward to a simple family dinner out.

Since moving to ky we have been looking for a good Cuban. Happen upon here and was pleasantly…read moresurprised. The cuban was delicious the pork had a great smokey flavor. My husband i both gor a cuban. All the flavors were there. The loaded waffle fries and cheese curds was good too. Our server was friendly and although they were very busy she was quick to come to our table to take our order. We didnt mind the atmosphere either.

Worst hot dog I ever had! The staff was excellent…read moreThe hot dog could not be picked up by hand . It was a mess to try to eat . Ask for fork and knife to eat it, wasn't worth it!

Wings were cooked very well. Crispy but not at all dry. Still very flavorful. Nice music with a…read morewell cooked meal.

Great food! Excellent service and fabulous music Great place…read moreto meet friends, have a drink and hear good music!