Cincinnati Black-owned BBQ eateries, food trucks, and caterers!
Discover Cincinnati Black-owned BBQ restaurants, where every bite narrates a tale of tradition and community. From savory ribs to tangy sauces, these spots offer outstanding cuisine that is a must-try for BBQ lovers. Dive into the best places in the city that blend flavor, heritage, and community spirit!
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Cincinnati Black-Owned BBQ Restaurants
Just Q’in
Dine-in, Takeout, Delivery
Barbecue chicken, beef, ribs, pastrami, and sides for lunch or dinner.
5903 Hamilton Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45224 (College Hill)
513-477-6322
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Order with Toast
Alabama Que
Dine-in, Takeout, Delivery
Hickory smoked chicken, pork, turkey, spicy sausage, beef, and salmon for lunch and dinner.
2733 Vine Street, Cincinnati, OH 45219 (Clifton/Corryville)
513-376-8781
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Order with DoorDash, GrubHub, or UberEats
Best Thing Smokin’
Food Truck
Traditional BBQ like ribs and pulled pork, seafood, soul food, homemade sides, and desserts for lunch and dinner.
513-638-9990
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Dada Smokes
Catering
Brisket, pork, chicken, steak, salmon, shrimp, and sides for lunch and dinner.
859-363-6133
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Eddie’s Southern-Style BBQ
Catering
Chicken, beef, turkey, pork, pasta, breakfast, desserts, sliced brisket, combo trays, and meat by the pound for lunch or dinner.
859-380-8224
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Goodie’s Southern-Style BBQ
Dine-in, Takeout, Delivery
Southern BBQ staples like ribs, fried catfish, and okra for lunch or dinner.
7440 Hamilton Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45231 (Mt. Healthy)
513-264-1631
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J&W Bar-B-Que Restaurant
Dine-in, Takeout, Delivery
Chicken dinners, pork, ribs, fish, steak, desserts, and sides for lunch or dinner.
3001 Gilbert Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45206 (Walnut Hills)
513-578-9870
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Just Cookin
Dine-in, Takeout
Mouthwatering BBQ and soul food classics and sides for lunch or dinner.
1144 California Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45237 (Bond Hill)
513-641-3663
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Order online
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Midwest Best BBQ and Creamery
Dine-in, Takeout, Delivery
Wings, sliders, brisket, and pork for lunch or dinner.
669 Justice Court, Loveland, OH 45140 (Loveland)
513-965-9000
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The Bangin’ Grille
Food truck
Ribs, chicken, salmon, burgers for lunch or dinner.
513-888-1318
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Turkeys “R” Us
Food truck
Turkey legs and wings, chicken, ribs, burgers, and sides for lunch or dinner.
513-402-4004
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We Do BBQ
Food Truck
Rib tips, pulled pork, turkey leg, jerk chicken, sandwiches, desserts, and sides.
8070 Hamilton Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45231 (Mt. Healthy)
513-709-9314
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Concluding the exploration of Cincinnati’s dynamic Black-owned BBQ scene, supporting these establishments is more than savoring the best BBQ but more about uplifting local entrepreneurs. When craving mouthwatering ribs or a smoky pulled pork sandwich, consider visiting one of the fantastic Black-owned BBQ restaurants highlighted.
All restaurants are subject to an Ohio health inspection. Health inspections are periodic check-ins to ensure restaurants are running safely and clean for guests. Food safety certifications are given to restaurants that meet the current food safety standards.
The businesses featured in this article are listed in The Voice of Black Cincinnati’s database and meet all submission criteria. Business owners interested in being considered for this or future articles must submit to the database. The Voice of Black Cincinnati is excited to highlight more Black-owned eateries.
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