Travel guide says this ‘humble’ Columbus restaurant ‘secretly serves the best BBQ ribs’ in Ohio

There’s a little secret in the Brewery District – some really good BBQ is supposedly being dished out of a historic home.

Smoked on High, located at 755 S. High St., could be mistaken for someone’s actual home. There’s a gorgeous patio out front with stringed lights, and even the interior still boasts gorgeous exposed brick walls and wooden floors. But make no mistake – this is a full-service BBQ restaurant, and the travel guide Family Destinations said they secretly serve the best BBQ ribs in all of Ohio.

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“These aren’t those shameful, overcooked specimens that disintegrate at the slightest touch, leaving you with sauce-covered fingers and disappointment. These pork ribs demonstrate textural mastery – tender enough to bite through with minimal effort but still maintaining enough structural integrity to satisfy,” says Family Destinations. “The meat separation from the bone occurs with just the right amount of gentle resistance – that sweet spot that barbecue devotees chase across countless joints. Each rack receives a carefully calibrated rub that enhances the pork’s natural flavor without masking what makes it special in the first place.”

Although the ribs might be the star of the show, the supporting cast members still deserve their spotlight. The travel guide says Smoked on High’s brisket, pulled pork, chicken, and even sides like coleslaw and cornbread are delicious, too.

Sounds like you have a new spot to try out this Memorial Day Weekend!

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