This place has the best pulled pork I've ever eaten, I've had BBQ across the US and this place is up there with any in texas or st.louis. On top of great food the service was fantastic! And if that isn't enough to pull you in yet, they serve cold beer to go with that delicious BBQ. read more

The service was excellent. First time going and definitely will not be the last. Ribs and chicken was so tender. I highly recommend trying the sampler. read more

The worst customer service and by the manager of all people. I place a fairly descent sized take out order to feed 6 adults and they completely shorted my order. We upgraded all our sides and added a pound of pulled pork. They gave us all small sides and completely left off the pulled pork. When we realized their mistake we called the manager so we could go back to pick it up and she accused us of lying about their mistake. We understand mistakes happen but to charge me the full amount and then fight with us about making it right is absurd. We had to take pictures of our dishes to attempt to make our order correct. NEVER AGAIN AT THIS LOCATION. read more

The meats at City BBQ are very average. The sides are a four out of five, and what is really worth going for.

Jennifer was very helpful in helping us decide what to get. We asked about the Sampler and she informed us it was enough for both of us with a variety of meats. WE ordered that and we were very pleased. She also guided us to the sauces, cutlery and drinks. Very helpful and kind with a smile. read more

I have read the reviews from folks in Columbus. I used to live there, but have moved to other parts of the country. City BBQ is good for Columbus. But there are much better BBQ places in other cities. Dickie's BBQ from Texas, and the chains featuring NC BBQ like Willards. Get a Dickie's BBQ and you will never go to City again. No, I do not work for Dickies. I just ate too many mediocre meals at City and was thrilled to find much better BBQ in other cities. read more

This is not about the food, but the attitude of the young woman who I interacted with tonight. I needed some BBQ sauce and thought that would be a good spot. AS I walked in the uncrowded restaurant I was standing behind a customer working out a future order . No problem. A brown haired woman with brown eyes and a stretch keycard holder came over and activated the other register. She did not greet me and when I asked if I could just buy some sauce she just pointed over my shoulder. "Oops I replied, right in front of my face." I picked a jar and held it out to her while she engaged the other two people in conversation. Clearly ignoring me. When she did turn to me she just said 4.99. I gave her a five and she stuck the bill in the drawer, looked at me and said "Do you need your penny?" Look, I round up for hunger in Kroger, I over- tip in most places because I have been a server but now, I need my freakin' penny. She makes a bog production out of getting from the next register and just drops it in my hand. She doesn't say a word to me. As I walk out I hear her sotto voce "Sorry about that, to her friend." Seriously? She needs some serious retraining or a new job. I'd hope corporate would take notice of such an unnecessary toxic experience, but whatever. She'll be easy to spot in the register. I jar of BBQ sauce at about 8:30 on a Thursday night. read more

I have eaten here many times and never been disappointed. They have a variety of items on the menu. The brisket slices could be thicker but their style is a bit more pulled and shaved style meats. For a Midwest BBQ place it is good. read more

The lunch menu was very affordable with reasonable portions. The employees were friend and provided fast lunch time service. I will definitely be returning. Try the HUGE chocolate cake! read more

Still the worst bbq in the world, you could probably barbeque better yourself with a propane torch.

As someone from North Carolina, I thought I would be disappointed. However, this place was a nice surprise. While it will never measure up to my North Carolina BBQ, it comes in a close second. Get the corn pudding, amazing! While there is no wait staff, they might treat you better than most restaurants I've been to. read more

The best BBQ i've ever had! Get the big sampler plate and goto town! one of my top 3 places to eat in the USA. This food is so good a vegan would through in the towel and be sad he missed this place his whole life! :) read more

A great place for BBQ. It seems like many order ahead for pick up, but there's a self-service style sitting area. You order, pick up the food, and find a place to enjoy it. The beef brisket was the best in our order. It was very good. The pulled pork, macaroni and cheese, potato salad, and 3 BBQ sauces were OK. I think we'll have the turkey and the chicken next time. They looked good... We're coming back! read more

This is some of the best BBQ you'll find anywhere. I have had friends and family that come to Ohio from all over (even Amarillo, Texas!) and this is the one place that they want to go. All the meat is smoked on site. They also sell bulk meat that you can take home and cook with. Their catering is also top notch and always a hit. read more

Predictable barbecue, decent prices, horrible service. Both times that I patronized this location I put in a carry out order, and both times I was shorted what I payed for. My tip would be that if you put in a carry out order for more than one sandwich, triple check it before you leave, the staff is very, let's say short on attention to detail. Our order was simple enough-a kids meal and 2 adult meals. One would think that if anything was forgotten it would be a side, but no, they left out the most expensive item-the same thing they did to me last time I was there, unfortunately I didn't catch it and I lost out. Apparently this is the norm at this location, as I saw several other people with carry out orders in the same boat. Pretty sad to leave out a $10 sandwich :( I might go go back as this is the closest thing to real barbecue that we have in the burbs, just not this location- side note,the floors were greasy and weird too. read more

Their BBQ is so good! Not as good as Eastern Carolina, however, close enough to keep me coming back; I like my BBQ without all the sauce. They have it! Go to this place it is GREAT!!!! read more

This is the first time at this restaurant. We stopped in to get an order to go. They have a great menu and the smell of BBQ inside is great we ordered a large tray of chicken, pork and Beef. The food was well made and tasted fantastic. This is some of the best BBQ I have had in a long time. The food seems to melt in your mouth. read more

I was very excited to go to this place for dinner and I told myself that I had to try it all. I didn't know the size of the portions nor did I ask and let me tell they are more than you can hope far. I went with the City sampler $16.99 which included beef brisket, pulled pork, 3 slices of turkey and a sausage. It also came with two sides so I went with the Mac and Cheese and potato salad and two slices of Texas Toast. I also wanted to try their ribs and thankfully it was Rib Bone Tuesday. Each bone was only $1.15 so I added three of those to my order, a cornbread and a banana pudding and a root beer to wash it all down. Grand total was $27.79 and although it was only me the food could probably feed a family of 3 or four easily. The food was great and the casual environment was an added plus. They also have their sauces warm so look for that when you go. read more

Normally very good, just one snag today...dined in but my hush puppies never came. Had to take them as carryout and only after I went looking for them. The rest of the meal was great. read more

I have been living here 12 years and this was my first visit during restaurant week. I was pleasantly surprised! Where have I been living, under a rock?Loved the brisket sandwich and the sides stole the show...Potato salad, baked beans and collard greens were amazing. You got me in.. now I'm hooked. read more

Closest I've come to real southern BBQ in the North! Lolo's pulled Pork with their swine wine (add extra!) is about as NC BBQ in OH as yer gonna git. The beans had big enough pieces of pork in it, I thought some of my sandwich dropped in it. Home run! Oh, the banana pudding has vanilla wafers in it just like Mama's! Take me home Columbus roads! read more

I had another delicious meal at city barbecue yesterday their food is always the best but something extra happened while I was eating in the restaurant on Henderson Road I met the founder of the restaurant by talk to him a little bit what a great guy he stopped his business meeting just to chat with the crazy old lady I have to say city barbecue is the perfect party food and whatever you have city barbecue call me I will come to that party for Sharon anyway I had the city sampler I split it with my niece Colleen and we still had some leftover it looks expensive but it's a meal for 2+ one lunch the next day highly recommended all their food but that sampler plate you get a little bite of everything also I would be remiss if I didn't mention their sides they're all good but the potato salad is smack your granny good and the big beans are better than what I make and that saying a lot so if you're really hungry for something good city barbecue in even if you're on a diet you can get like brisket and maybe cucumbers or a salad so close all the other restaurants this is the only one we need read more

Jose' greeted us in an exceptionally friendly manner as we came in the door. It was our first time at City Barbeque, and we were completely lost. Jose' made us feel very comfortable. He treated us like family! He offered us many samples, explained the menu, endured endless questions. We decided to get the Mother Load at his suggestion, which was incredibly good and way beyond enough food for our party of 11 people. Jose' followed up with us several times and made sure we were satisfied with our meal. The food and restaurant were excellent, but what made our experience extraordinary and memorable was Jose'. I can't say enough about how well he treated us. Thanks Jose'! read more

Came here with my wife yesterday evening. There was a line out the door. that's when I knew, I had made a good decision. We shared the City Sampler, which is more than enough for 2 people and a large fountain drink. The city sampler came with brisket, pork, sausage, turkey, 2 sides (we chose french fries and green beans) and Texas toast. Brisket was awesome, fall apart, but with enough fat marbling to make each mouthful moist and yummy. The pork was also quite good although we ate that so fast, I don't remember much about it other than my stomach wanting more! The turkey was good, it was definitely a good thick slice and was moist as well, which was surprising, because i was expecting it to be really dry, kudos City BBQ! Fries are like the kind from Five Guys, so seems like the cut the potatoes do it all fresh on site, which makes me happy. The green beans were also awesome. We also got cheese and bacon on the side for the fries and that was fantastic since i wanted the fatty goodness while my wife refrained. overall, i'm a fan and will be back for more! read more

This is my BBQ to go place when I'm in town....they have fantastic brisket and very good pulled pork....they have regular BBQ sauces as well as warmed up sauces which are by the way great. Enjoy your time there...it is fun. read more

Sorry City BBQ. Everyone I know loves you, but you make me sick. I try to love you, your food is VERY good, but maybe just too rich. Every time I've tried to visit, I leave feeling like death. Your food is tasty, but not worth it. read more

I am out of love with City BBQ. Their food is still fine . . . but I'm spoiled now on Ray Ray's. City BBQ's meat just doesn't compare. Plus, they're kind of far away. read more

Consistently great BBQ. The hush puppies are fantastic. The beef brisket 90% of the time is purely smoked divinity. They carry Texas Pete hot sauce and have fast great service at reasonable prices. I wish CT where I live now had great BBQ like City BBQ! read more

Good bbq for Columbus! Their baked beans (with pieces of brisket) and collards are great choices for sides!

Really good bbq. Ribs a little on the burnt side. But still juicy with excellent flavor. Everything else was good. Between me and the 4 other people I went with, we got every meat and side on the menu and everything was solid. I wish they had a location in NY read more

This place is great BBQ. And not just midwest/Ohio BBQ, it is pretty good overall. I lived in Texas, I've traveled to St Louis, NC and Memphis multiple times and "the City" always provides good eats. I'm a pork fan and theirs is great but my wife loves brisket and she constantly craves their food. Ribs are hit and miss. Sometimes they are fall off the bone amazing and sometimes they are way too fatty. Banana pudding is a great desert and their fries are a all-time favorite of mine. Sweet tea along with your typical BBQ sides are present and mostly wonderful. read more

Love this place, being from NC I have high expectations, and City Barbeque doesn't disappoint. The barbeque is the best, love the sweet sauce. I'd have to say my only gripe is that the macaroni can be a bit bland- but with all the flavor in your sandwich this isn't necessarily a bad thing! Would definitely recommend this place to anyone with a big appetite in need of a cozy atmosphere. (To-Go orders are exceptionally fast!) read more

Best BBQ that I've had in Columbus. Although the line sometime stretches out the door, it is worth the wait-time. The meat is smoked almost perfectly and the wide choice of sauces is an added plus. The only downside? I've found that their side-dishes are woefully inconsistent in terms of their prep and taste. In other words, your gluttonous order of bacon cheese fries might represent the perfect balance of crisp or tang, or be a soggy mess. read more

This is my preferred location of a quasi-chain around columbus. It's not great bbq. I don't think it pretends to be, but it's actually pretty good and authentic. There is a lot to choose from and honestly I've maybe had one thing that I've said I'll never try again. It's quick, it's cheap and it's a lot of food. Can definitely satisfy bbq craving. They also do a ton of catering and seriously could they be any better at customer service? Great concept and great brand. read more

Visiting from out of town and found this on Yelp. So glad that we did. We got the judges sampler and loved it. We got a lot of food for the price and the meat was outstanding. Tender brisket and chicken, fall off the bone ribs and great baked beans with brisket and green beans with bacon. Can't wait to eat here again. read more

Can't imagine a better food option than BBQ on the 4th of July. By some miracle, City BBQ was open on the 4th. Enjoyed the pulled pork and the brisket, and a side of mac & cheese. Both meats were tender, and the smoking process was obvious in the appearance and taste of the meat. The mac & cheese was okay, nothing special. The BBQ sauce served (on the side) with the meat was mild and smoky. Wish there was a City BBQ in Cleveland... read more

Don't do an online order here. They put everyone else first. They even told me that when I called inside to see what was taking so long We sent one person n to pick the order up while we waited for them in the car with children and grandparents. I noticed that people who went in and stood in line were coming out first. Why order ahead if they don't get your order ready? We ordered an hour ahead but have so far waited 30 minutes after our scheduled pickup time. Of course it was already paid for - what's with tia poor service? read more

This place was yummy! I'd give the BBQ 5 stars and the sides 4 stars. We tried pulled pork and beef brisket and both were phenomenal! They have 6 different BBQ sauces on the tables & 3 different heated sauces in warmers at a sauce bar. My favorite was the mustard sauce & sweet sauce. Fries, green beans & baked beans were all tasty. Mac & cheese was just okay. Friendly staff & decent prices! read more

So here's the deal: The food is amazing. It may also be the unhealthiest food I've ever seen. Definitely do NOT go here if you are on a diet. Otherwise, it is definitely worth a visit. read more

I had a three month gig in Columbus and ate here every chance I could once I discovered it. The ribs are awesome, generous sides and the sauces round it all out. Always took takeout as the picnic style seating didn't appeal to me. read more