A variety of foods are offered without being overwhelming. Many items are made by the owner and are…read moreexcellent choices! Mushrooms, buffalo chicken dip, and the sauces for the wings to name a few. Coldest beer in town with a frosted mug to boot! Nice atmosphere for either a family dinner or watching sports at the bar. Also has an outdoor deck for summertime!

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

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.

This place looks and "feels" like a franchise bbq place. Doesn't taste like one though. First off…read moreambiance, the place looks nice. Plenty of big screens, and decor is solid. The food unfortunately, was forgettable. I ordered the Juicy J sandwich, $16. The best part was the bun, very good bun which held up on the generous portion of meat. Only problem is, the meat had no flavor, no smokiness to it at all. It came drenched in bbq sauce. It tasted like one of those little buckets of prepacked meat you can buy at the grocery store, think the brand is called Lloyds. Yeah it tasted like that. My fiancé got the brisket tacos and they were inedible. No flavor. Also her food was served lukewarm, so on top of the lack of flavor, they couldn't even serve it hot. French fries are tasty, their ranch is actually really good. Overall, $34 for 2 entrees neither of which passed the taste test. Would we return? Unlikely. Hey, the guy who served us was nice though.

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.

Two words: Truffle Fries!…read more We were in town for a comic con and wanted to try the Peddler since it was walking distance from our hotel. I think everyone else had the same idea because it was packed but luckily we did not have a long wait. We could not tell if this was a restaurant or a brewery because it was set up restaurant style but they made their own drinks in house. I ordered the truffle fries and they were amazing! They also gave you a lot of sauce to dip them in which I can appreciate. They were some of the best fries I've had.

My daughter and I were passing through Grayson when we saw this place knew we liked it before and…read moredecided it was time for lunch. My daughter had the brisket sandwich with baked beans and I had the pulled pork sandwich with coleslaw. The atmosphere was interesting, the service was great and the food was fantastic. Highly recommend recommended when in the area.

One of the only sit down places in town. The smoked wings are good but the deep fried ones had a…read moretough,chewy skin to them. The deep fried banana peppers were delicious and the deep fried stuffed mushrooms were something genre and very tasty. The place is large and can handle large parties. Staff was so so but it looked like we hit there at the end of a long shift so I understand that.

Everything was nice, servers were kind, but my mozzarella sticks were despicable. I have one…read moremozzarella stick with no cheese inside them. I also had another where the cheese is not melted at all so it does not stick to the side of the mozzarella breading like it should. this was an overall 50-50 experience for me.

I know, you're probably rolling your eyes because here I am reviewing bar food. I get it, but…read moresometimes you just need a good wholesome, greasy, deep fried fix. If this is one of those times for you, you're in luck! Buffalo Wild Wings is doing a summer special that includes bottomless appetizers for $9.99! Four people can eat from a variety of appetizers, brought out two at a time, until your bellies can't fill any fuller. Throw a basket of wings in front of you, and it's a weeknight dinner favorite! B - dubs as we like to call it, has a few new waiters who were really on point! And who doesn't love watching 15 screens with sports, trivia, and news in real time! It can be loud, but it can also be a lot of fun, especially with bottomless apps!!

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!!

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

Let me start with the service because our server was a jewel. I wish I had gotten her name. She was…read morefriendly, fast, attentive and made great suggestions. There was a problem with my margarita, she had it corrected quickly. There was a second problem, she corrected it and comped it without asking. My husband had the chicken quesadilla. He said it was delicious and loved the flaky tortilla. He also had the charro beans which were Smokey but still enjoyed them. I thought they were amazing. I had barria tacos. They were yummy and so filling. I think they were better with a shot of lime. I also had the corn on the cob. So spicy and good! The chips and guac were amazing. They give you so many chips we had to order another guac. But know, hands down, one of the best guacamoles Ive ever had

The food was delicious. Service was excellent. However, it was obvious that one of the employees…read morewas the world's BIGGEST Bruno Mars fan so we had to listen to one Bruno Mars song after another nearly the entire time... As a paying customer it would be nice to hear a variety of songs, not just what the employees think is "fire"!

Decent spot in Huntington. There were 5 of us on a lazy cold Saturday. A couple of drinks and lunch…read moreof Fish Sandwich and chips, Raginn Cajun chicken sandwich, a Salmon dinner and a burger. Everyone was happy and the server kept tabs on us. This was a nice spot, but you can tell the main event was evening and beer and music. We'd return if in the area again.

Very good food ! Amazing service every time we visit!!! We are from out of town. Most definitely…read morewould recommend this restaurant to anyone that likes filet steaks!!

A diamond in the rough!!…read more Not your typical Bar and Grill! The food is great! The burgers are big. The wings fried just right. Best Philly Steak sandwich in town. Did I forget the Soups? Chili every day plus a different soup daily. If you like to throw darts, this is the place!

Finally got to try this place and let me say it did not disappoint. Burger was a 10/10. Pretzels…read moreand beer cheese were so good. Best beer cheese I've had in the area. Great service. Cool environment. Will def be back to try more of that yummy looking food.

10 out of 10! Food was delicious! The service was great, our waitress took great care of us. The…read moreAmbiance of the place was very pub like. It is perfect for a night out while visiting the Red River Gorge.

The food was delicious. The service was outstanding. The prices were fair. The best meal we had in…read morethe Red River Gorge area. We kept driving further out and this was less than a half mile from where we stayed. Drinks were delicious as well. I would recommend this establishment to anyone.