3 Best Barbecue Restaurants in Cleveland, OH

Expert-recommended Top 3 BBQ Restaurants in Cleveland, Ohio. All of our barbecue restaurants actually face a rigorous 50-Point Inspection, which includes customer reviews, history, complaints, ratings, satisfaction, trust, cost and general excellence. You deserve only the best!

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MABEL'S BBQ

2050 East 4th Street,
Cleveland, OH 44115 Directions

Since 2016

Specialities:

✓Beef Brisket ✓Pulled Pork ✓Turkey Breast ✓Kielbasa ✓Pork Belly ✓Pork Spare Ribs ✓Giant Beef Rib ✓Cracklin ✓This Is Cleveland ✓Polish Girl ✓Mr. Beef ✓Big Pig ✓Thebc ✓Boss Hog ✓Smash Burger ✓Loaded Fried Potatoes ✓Fried Potatoes ✓Poppyseed Coleslaw ✓Baked Beans ✓Hot Greens ✓Potato Salad ✓Mabel's Chili ✓Cucumber Salad ✓Smoked Brisket Pierogies ✓Mabel's Leafy Greens ✓Chocolate Mousse ✓Banana Pudding ✓Key Lime Pudding ✓Scoop of Vanilla Ice Cream ✓Big Pig Sandwich Kit ✓Pork Spare Rib Kit

" Mabel's BBQ has a cozy, rustic feel with arched ceilings, industrial lights, and brick walls. They serve smoked meats made from animals that are humanely raised, without antibiotics or added hormones. They slow-smoke their meats overnight using a mix of fruit and oak wood, giving them a deep, rich flavor you’ll love. They also offer 24 beers on tap and the largest whiskey and bourbon selection in the city. Their popular menu items include the Pulled Pork Sandwich Kit, Pork Spare Rib Kit, Beef Brisket, Pulled Pork, Turkey Breast, Kielbasa, and Giant Beef Ribs. Don’t miss out on their tasty desserts like Pecan Pie and Strawberry Rhubarb Pie. They offer gift cards, which you can buy online, by phone, or in person. Mabel's BBQ also has another location in Ohio and provides catering services. There are three family-style catering packages to choose.

2026 Highlights: Mabel's BBQ also serves sides with Eastern European influences, along with Cleveland-made sauerkraut and pickles. Gift cards are available for purchase online, by phone, or in person."

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Menu:

Meats By The 12 Lb:
Beef Brisket $20
Pulled Pork $18
Turkey Breast $19
Kielbasa $16
Pork Belly $19
RIBS:
Pork Spare Ribs $19
Giant Beef Rib $58
PIG PARTS:
Cracklin $11
THIS IS CLEVELAND:
This Is Cleveland $24
SANDWICHES:
Polish Girl $19
Mr. Beef $20
Big Pig $18
The Bct $19
Boss Hog $19
Smash Burger $19
SIDES:
Loaded Fried Potatoes $16
Fried Potatoes $7.50
Poppyseed Coleslaw $7.50
Baked Beans $7.50
Hot Greens $7.50
Potato Salad $7.50
Mabel's Chili $9.50
Cucumber Salad $9.50
Smoked Brisket Pierogies $12.50
SALAD:
Mabel's Leafy Greens $14
DESSERT:
Chocolate Mousse $9
Banana Pudding $9
Key Lime Pudding $9
Scoop Of Vanilla Ice Cream $3
HEAT AT HOME FAMILY PACKS:
Big Pig Sandwich Kit $55
Pork Spare Rib Kit $65

Contact:

(216) 417-8823

Tue-Thu & Sun: 11:30am - 9pm
Fri & Sat: 11:30am - 10pm
Mon: Closed

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REAL SMOQ'ED BBQ, INC.

3829 Lorain Avenue,
Cleveland, OH 44113 Directions

Since 2017

Specialities:

✓Southern Bbq Rib and Chicken Platter ✓Rib Tip and Chicken Platter Smoq'ed Sausage ✓Pork and Brisket ✓Beef Brisket ✓Fries Topped With Pulled Chicken ✓Fries Topped With Pulled Pork ✓Fries Topped With Smoked Sausage ✓Fries Topped With Turkey Sausage ✓Fries Topped With Po Boy ✓Fries Topped With Fried Chicken ✓Quarter Slab ✓Wing and Side Combo ✓Mac Topped With Pulled Pork ✓Mac Topped With Turkey Sausage ✓Mac Topped With Po Boy ✓Mac Topped With Fried Chicken ✓Mac Topped With Brisket ✓Tenders With Fries ✓Baked Beans ✓Slaw ✓Potato Salad ✓Cornbread ✓Fries ✓Hushpuppies ✓Chicken Wing Dinner ✓Quarter Chicken Dinner ✓Bbq Rib Dinner ✓Bbq Rib Tip Dinner

" Real Smoq'ed BBQ, Inc. teams up with award-winning rib-cooking champions. This smokehouse is decorated with 1960s rock ’n’ roll items and serves tasty, saucy Smoq’ed BBQ meats like ribs, brisket, pork, chicken, and sausage. All meats are slow-cooked in a revolving wood smoker that burns hickory, oak, cherry, and apple, keeping a steady, gentle heat for deep flavor. Their motto is that great BBQ is made special by the people who cook it and the people who enjoy it. Order at the counter for dine-in or curbside pickup. Wi-Fi and a private dining room are also available for your convenience. You can surprise your loved ones with their gift cards.

2026 Highlights: Real Smoq'ed BBQ, Inc. provides catering for business luncheons, private parties, and other events, with full-service options."

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License #4844480

Menu:

Smoq'Ed BBQ Ribs:
Quarter Slab $15.00
Half Slab $20.00
Full Slab $33.00
Smoq'Ed Platters:
Ultimate Platter $34.00
Ohio City Platter $32.00
Southern BBQ Rib & Chicken Platter $30.00
Rib Tip & Chicken Platter $30.00
Chicken & Wing Platter $30.00
Chicken Tender Platter $30.00
Smoq'Ed Sandwiches:
Pulled Pork $13.50
Pulled Chicken $13.50
Smoq'Ed Sausage $13.50
Classic Fried Chicken Sandwich $13.50
Nashville Hot Fried Chicken $13.50
12 Pork & 12 Brisket $15.50
Beef Brisket $16.50
DAILY DINNER SPECIALS:
Chicken Wing Dinner $14.50
Quarter Chicken Dinner $14.50
BBQ Rib Dinner $17.50
BBQ Rib Tip Dinner $14.50
SIDES:
Baked Beans $5.00
Slaw $5.50
Potato Salad $5.50
Cornbread (2 Pieces) $5.50
Fries $7.00
Mac & Cheese $7.00
Collard Greens $7.00
Hushpuppies $7.00

Discount:

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Contact:

(216) 417-5987

Mon-Thu: 11am - 9pm
Fri: 11am - 11:30pm
Sat: 11am - 11pm
Sun: 12pm - 9pm

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MISSION BBQ

8225 West Ridgewood Drive,
Cleveland, OH 44129 Directions

Since 2011

Specialities:

✓Brisket ✓Pulled Pork ✓Turkey ✓Pulled Chicken ✓Sausage ✓Meat Sampler ✓Baby Back Ribs ✓Chicken ✓Salmon ✓Smoked Cheeseburger ✓Chopped Brisket ✓Xl Combo ✓Xxl Combo ✓Garden Greens ✓Maggie's Mac-n-cheese ✓Fresh Cut Fries ✓Baked Beans ✓Kickin' Collard Greens ✓Green Beans ✓Cold Slaw ✓Super Seasonal Potato Salad ✓Bottle Classics ✓Fountain Soda ✓Kettle Brewed Iced Tea ✓Summertime Lemonade ✓Ice ✓American Heroes Cup ✓Kid-mac ✓Pulled Pork Slider ✓Pulled Chicken Slider ✓Turkey Slider ✓Brisket Slider ✓Jr. Ribs ✓Pick Up Pack ✓Extra Large Pick Up Pack

" Mission BBQ serves BBQ and classic side dishes in a casual chain restaurant. This restaurant is located 16 minutes from Cleveland. Mission BBQ is decorated with items honoring soldiers and first responders. They work every day to bring you real BBQ made from fresh, tasty ingredients. The dining room has a patriotic feel, making you feel at home while surrounded by tributes to heroes. Every day at noon, they play a salute to the National Anthem that you can join in. They also cater to your events. Gift cards are available for your loved ones. Wi-Fi, outdoor seating, and takeout are also available.

2026 Highlights: Mission BBQ provides a catering menu."

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Menu:

BBQ:
Brisket $14.99
Pulled Pork $9.89
Turkey $10.04
Pulled Chicken $9.74
Sausage $9.99
Meat Sampler $14.99
RIBS:
Baby Back Ribs $3.29
Chicken $11.59
Salmon $17.99
KIDS MENU:
Kid-Mac $9.49
Pulled Pork Slider $8.99
Pulled Chicken Slider $8.99
Turkey Slider $8.99
Brisket Slider $10.74
Jr. Ribs $11.74
SIDES:
Maggie's Mac-N-Cheese $3.59
Fresh Cut Fries $3.49
Baked Beans $3.39
Kickin' Collard Greens $3.44
Green Beans $3.54
Cold Slaw $3.34
SANDWICHES:
Brisket $14.49
Chopped Brisket $13.99
Pulled Pork $9.39
Turkey $9.54
Pulled Chicken $9.24
COMBOS:
Xl Combo $6.00
Xxl Combo $8.75
PICK UP PACKS:
Pick Up Pack $17.04
Extra Large Pick Up Pack $23.54

Contact:

(216) 487-6274

Mon-Sat: 11am - 9pm
Sun: 11:30am - 8pm

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