I had been craving some BBQ for awhile. I unfortunately visited a different BBQ place where I ordered a half slab of ribs. When I got my food, I had exactly 3 bones of babyback ribs, with no aroma of smoke whatsoever! For $16!! Then I finally came to my senses and went to Jimmy G's. Thank goodness!! I got some ribs! Delicious, pull off the bone, smokey goodness! I also got the half chicken with a side of beans and cornbread. Th beans are so good with quite a portion of pulled pork in them. All of that for just over $35. I used the online ordering and pull up window. So easy! I could barely stand the drive home. I wanted to pull off the side of the road and just smash! I promise to never cheat on you again Jimmy G's!! read more

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Nice little barbecue shop downtown Fremont. Great flavors at a decent price. They were pretty busy, which is a great sign of a food establishment. read more

What great BBQ!! I've lived in Texas for 15 years and this place taste just like Texas bbq!! It's the best I've had in Ohio.

Found this spot on the way to Columbus. $3 beers and gut filling sandwiches. Someone should bottle the smell of smoky bbq. The new standard with fries should be hot malt vinegar as found at this spot! Lots of bbq sauces- sweet and spicy, Georgia mustard, and horseradish also. Loved the sweet and spicy on my smoked prime rib. My companion enjoyed the Mac daddy (cheese on Mac and cheese with pickled jalepenos) and sweet potato chips. They have a deal with a punch card if you eat all 15 sandwiches. They have a shirt, $25 gift card, and your name on the wall. My companion started his today. Looks like we'll read more

Jimmy G's BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - Fremont, Ohio

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Best BBQ around. Not overpriced or over smoked. The food is always hot and fresh. House made sauces that do not disappoint. The Savanah sweet is my go to. Unmatched specialty sandwiches that you can't find in a typical bbq spot. read more

I got the three meat combo Togo. Staff were very friendly and offered a free fountain drink. I got brisket, the ribs, and 1/2 chicken. My sides were coleslaw and a baked potato. The coleslaw was great, can't say anything about the baked potato, it was way overcooked and wet. The ribs were fall off the bone and amazing, the chicken was very chewy and not recommended I was not happy with the brisket because I was expecting slices and more fat and juicy and instead I got what more looked like burnt ends and very very dry. I can't say I will return anytime soon, I also got two slices of cornbread with butter and I was happy with that and the drink. I find it hard to mess up bbq but they did so sad. Oh well I'll keep my eye out for more bbq options. read more

I have heard from some family members that Jimmy G's BBQ is out of this world good. I took Dad out today, and he decided to have some BBQ for lunch. Dad wanted the brisket sandwich and opted for fries instead of chips, and I ordered the 2 meats plate - choosing brisket and ribs along with baked beans and mac & cheese. Last month, I was in Houston, TX, and had the good fortune of dining at a couple of pit BBQ establishments. Both of these places were off the charts busy during the middle of the day, and the smoked meats were butter knife tender. I was hoping for a similar experience locally in NW Ohio. Unfortunately, that didn't happen for me. The brisket was somewhat dry & tough. The ribs did pull away from the bone, but they also were somewhat tough, in my opinion. The mac & cheese was very good, and the baked beans were also good. I tasted Dad's fries because he couldn't eat them all, and those were very good. With that being said, Jimmy G's does a great job on their side dishes, but the smoked meats didn't have that melt in your mouth texture compared to other pit BBQ eateries I have been to. read more

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Debbie was wonderful to work with for catering our wedding! The food was great, we had more than enough food for everyone and the price was really fair, especially for the quality that Jimmy G's provides! We received a ton of compliments from our guests about how great the food was! read more

Ribs were 50/50 meat/fat. Pulled pork sandwich had to be cut on the plate due to the amount of fat that ran out of the sandwich if hand held. Mac's were excellent! Servers were excellent! read more

went in with my coworkers for a group lunch! Sad to say, everything we had was horrible:( my wings were wayyyy over cooked, coleslaw really didn't taste like coleslaw, the brisket sub was really dry and cold, the Mac and cheese was by far the WORST Mac and cheese weve ever tasted! low quality meat...the only thing good were the fries. will def never eat here again read more

So. Many. Flies. Food is okay. $10 to anyone that can go without a fly landing on them during their stay. read more

This is one of the best BBQ restaurants at which I've ever eaten. The staff are really friendly, the restaurant makes everything fresh (one can tell) and the food is excellent. The decor is rustic BBQ pit style restaurant, which is both suitable and tastefully done without being overdone. They also have a food truck, which helped support GOBA in 2025. And, the restrooms are very clean and well kept. Highly recommended; you likely won't find better BBQ in Kansas City. read more

We did not care for the food, it wasn't bad or anything like that, I just don't care for a heavy smoky flavor. Staff very friendly and helpful. Restaurant nice and clean read more

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Modern BBQ joint that feeds the whole family. They've got basic BBQ and sides. Also have a long list of gourmet sandwiches built from BBQ, sides, sauces (e.g., pesto aioli), and assorted rolls. Also a kids menu and chicken bite, i.e., nuggets. Diet Mt Dew on the fountain, happy dance. Variety of BBQ sauces in a fridge so you can make your BBQ/sandwich as wet as you want it. Sandwiches come with complementary seasoned chips which are tasty. Only bad I can say is that they have too many choices and things to try, it would take dozens of visits to figure out my favorites, and the driveway/parking lot is a bit squirrelly but once you in back easy enough. read more

Awesome homemade BBQ. PERFECT combination of technique and love makes this happening spot well worth your time

I was very disappointed in our carry out dinner last night. The ribs & baked beans were delicious, but everything else was not good. The brisket was overcooked & dry cubes of meat. The smoked wings were pretty much inedible. The skin was so tough we had to peel it off and the chicken was very dry. We were also unhappy with the Mac n cheese. It had barely any cheese (half of the noodles were completely plain) and there was no seasoning. We were really looking forward to a delicious dinner but we ended up not eating most of it. I feel like I wasted almost $40. read more

The food is very good service is very excellent. The ambience is really cool. They have these hardwood tables that are clearcoated with designs on them. Driveways really easy to get into wheelchair accessible walk up to the counter order your food. Go sit down and bring it to you through your trash away in the trashcan, pretty simple read more

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Some of the best barbecue in Northwest Ohio. Excellent quality, great customer service, and just the right size of menu where you feel you are able to get what you *really* want, but without being overwhelmed by the number of options. read more

Absolutely terrible the burnt ends were tough as hell I honestly won't be coming back

Found Jimmy G's on Yelp as we came through Freemont - great choice! Simple menu with all the right BBQ offerings - great sandwich options - wish we could have tried them all but we settled for the Reuben and the smoked prime rib - delicious fries and homemade chips - tasty coleslaw with vinegar based sauce instead of mayo - highly recommend Jimmy G's!! read more

Jimmy G's BBQ - Prime rib sandwich - Barbeque Near Me - Fremont, Ohio

We heard about the ridiculous owner and were quite disappointed. All we found were great staff and delicious food. The atmosphere was perfect for a casual meal. There was absolutely nothing ridiculous about the experience. read more

Holy Molly, what a cow! Can't believe my son has been working in Fremont for 3 years now and just introduced me to this place today. We came in for lunch on a Friday afternoon and both ordered the Philly cheese steak. The sandwich was huge. Unbelievably cheesy. The best part was the meat, very well done with a nice smoke taste. It also came with their house chips which were very good. Had a cup of the corn chowder as well, which was hot and tasty, fantastic. Can't wait to come back and try more on the menu. read more

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The owner thinks he controls everything in Fremont. He is a ridiculous fool. This town owes you nothing clown. The food is good. Staff is great. Owner sucks read more

Driving through and found a killer burger. Lots of BBQ places around but I can't imagine a better combo of mac n cheese and awesome burger goodness. Good job! read more

Wow!!! Excellent BBQ! Fun staff---great service!!! Also the desserts are AWESOME!!!! Worth the drive! read more

Wow, everything was awesome. I had to open my windows for 6 hrs to remove the smoke. I will be back.

My husband and I went here to meet a friend we hadn't seen in a long time. I ordered the pick three meats (brisket, ribs, and sausage) with two sides (macaroni and cheese and fries). My husband ordered the pulled chicken sandwich and housemade chips and my friend ordered the Philly cheesesteak with macaroni and cheese. At this restaurant, you order at the cash register and they bring you your food. You get your own silverware, refills, and sauces. Everything looked amazing and my husband and our friend loved everything they had. I was happy with what I had, but I felt it wasn't good enough to give a 5-star to. The sausage was great with nice flavor and seasoning. The ribs were a little tough and had a lot of cartilage. They also felt under seasoned. The brisket was good but also felt under seasoned. Same with the macaroni and cheese. The fries and chips were on point. We were here for a while so I got the coconut cream pie which was lovely. If you live in the area, I'd recommend going here. read more

Stopped in here for dinner since it was around the corner from the hotel where we were staying. Its a mom & pop place with a variety of smoked meats and sides. The employees were very friendly and there were plenty of room to eat inside. Highly recommended! read more

The staff are so very friendly and helpful. The food is amazing! The brisket can't be beat! I'm a big fan of their sauce selection. Jimmy G's is definitely a family favorite! read more

This is some really good BBQ! I sampled the bacon, smoked ham, pulled pork, and smoked sausage and it was all very good on its own, but the gourmet sandwiches are where it's it! I've had BBQ all over the South and the sandwiches at Jimmy G's are of that same caliber. I was just passing through Fremont & found Jimmy G's on Yelp and it didn't disappoint. When I mentioned it was my first visit, both the employees and customers started making recommendations and answering my questions which I loved. I ordered the Three Little Pigs sandwich with a side of Mac n Cheese and I was so happy with my meal that I ordered a second meal for my lunch the next day and I called my family to see if they wanted some BBQ, too. The sandwich had great flavor and a very generous portion of meat, but I really loved the macaroni and cheese. I'm not sure what the seasoning was, but I enjoyed it. I'll definitely visit Jimmy G's whenever I'm in Fremont! read more

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Great food. Love the chicken chunks and the BBQ. The mac and cheese is good too. The pies are the best! They are homemade by Momma G. Unfortunately the pies aren't always available so get them when you can. They are amazing. The staff is always nice and friendly too. read more

The parking lot is kind of odd and irritating, but the food was very good, and there are plenty of options to choose from. I do plan on eating from here again in the future. I ordered the Mac daddy sandwich and it was pretty good. I would like to taste a bit more of the smokiness you typically taste in barbecue though. read more

Food is great, and the staff is pleasant. I really enjoyed the ribs. My daughter and wife enjoyed the pulled pork.

Really good restaurant. Grilled ribs are delicious. Baked potatoes are special, but only available at 4pm. The staff in the store are very nice read more

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Was in town visiting and about to leave when I looked upon Yelp and discovered this BBQ place close by so of course I had to swing over and grab food to eat later! Staff was friendly and patient while I decided what goods to grab up for a tasting later. The menu is a little overwhelming with all of the options so I decided to go with the basics instead of the sandwiches. (Tip: if you check in through Yelp you get a free small fry with your sandwich). *1/2 Slab of Sauced Ribs $11 - Good. Not dry but not juicy. Actually enjoyed this the best reheated in the oven the next day and dipped in more sauce. *Pick Two Combo: Pulled Pork, Brisket, Mac & Cheese, and Baked Beans $16 - Disappointed that they serve the brisket all chopped up instead of in slices, but whateves. Meat was okay, no real opinion, but sauce did kick the taste up a notch. Mac & cheese was okay, a hearty side. The baked beans contained meat and a lovely smokey flavor, they were really good! *Side of Coleslaw $2.50 - made with a slightly sweet vinegar sauce, went perfectly with the BBQ. *Cornbread 50¢ - Soft and tasty. They let me get this instead of a drink with the combo. *Homemade BBQ Potato Chips $1 - I don't normally eat chips, but I devoured this on the ride home! Ask for a side of their pesto aioli to dip them in, sooo good! They also have a nice assortment of various sauces, I personally enjoyed the Savannah Sweet and the Cowboy BBQ the best. Portions I think were good sized; I know I got three large "I'm gonna have to take a nap after this" meals out of my order. While Fremont is a good hour fifteen from me, I could see myself eventually making my way out here again for one more taste of that BBQ! read more

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Now as BBQ places goes this is one of my favorites. There is not anything I would avoid here as everything is a masterpiece of art and love. My favorite is defiantly the Three Little Pigs. This has a perfect blend of ham, brisket and bacon along with Swiss cheese and BBQ. The homemade fries are perfectly seasoned and always warm. The friendliness of Jimmy G's is also a huge blessing. From the staff to the owner this family business without question places value in their patrons. As you leave you feel like you are leaving a family and know to return will encounter the same welcome. read more

Great spot for some great BBQ!!! Discovered this spot by chance while in Fremont, on my way home (suburban Chicago) from Akron. I had a taste for a good burger, and beer, and saw this place on Google Maps. I was two blocks away, and BBQ sounded really great! Had the Brisket Sub, with baked beans, and a bottle of Miller Lite. I will definitely return, next time I am in Ohio. read more

The ribs and the sauces were super. The Texas Longhorn which was a burnt ends sandwich was delicious. The fries were also great. Need to try this place. read more

The lovin is definitely added into each step of business!! Clean shop and clean atmosphere with delicious BBQ! read more

Headed back to the Burgh from the Toledo area during the early evening, I knew I wanted to pick up a quick dinner. As usual when unfamiliar with the area, I consulted my trusty Yelp app to see what was popular in the Fremont vicinity, given that I had to pass through on my way back to the Ohio Turnpike. When Jimmy G's was listed as the top suggestion, I knew I needed to check it out, given that I'm a diehard BBQ aficionado. I stopped by around 5 and ordered the three little pigs sandwich ($8.35 w/ tax), and took advantage of the Yelp deal to receive a free small fry with sandwich purchase. As the name suggests, the sandwich consists of three kinds of pork: the pulled variety, the sliced variety (ham), and the smoked variety (bacon). While the serving of meat is generous, it wasn't as flavorful as I was expecting, esp. for BBQ, where the flavors of the smoked meats should stand alone without sauce. The sandwich is served on an onion bun with Savannah sweet sauce on the top half. Given that I enjoy vinegar sauce on pulled pork, I decided to douse some of it on my sandwich to give it some flavor. While the vinegar sauce improved the flavor of the sandwich, the amount that I ended up applying to add sufficient flavor moistened the bottom bun to the point that it started to fall apart. The fries were of the fresh-cut variety, which was nice. I don't know if this was just my order, but most of the fries I received were quite short (2-3"), which was annoying. They were nicely salted, but application of the mustard and vinegar sauces improved them. I also ordered a slice of peanut butter pie ($3), which I enjoyed later upon returning home. While it wasn't quite what I was expecting--it was lighter and fluffier than most peanut butter pies I've had before, and had an Oreo crust--it was pretty good. Given the varying quality of the food, I'm torn between 3.5 and 4 stars, but I'll err on the generous side and go with 4. This is definitely better than the proliferation of chains that you'll find in the area, so it's worth checking out, if not a drive out of the way. read more

Jimmy G's BBQ - Three little pigs sandwich and fries - Barbeque Near Me - Fremont, Ohio