Great service. They are still in soft opening so a very limited menu was available. We had the…read morespinach dip and meatball sliders. Both were excellent and came with a generous serving of tortilla chips. Our only complaint was that the heat wasn't working and it was unbearably cold, but they will get that worked out I'm sure. We will be back when they are fully open for sure.

While visiting my family I met up with friends at Jerk Riley's Irish Pub twice in one week. This…read morelocation used to be a teen club called the Neutral Zone in the late 80's. One of my friends I met up for dinner worked with me at the Neutral Zone and the other I met there more than 37 years ago. The spot brought back great memories even though it had been totally renovated. The outside still looked the same;) When you walk in you see the bar and several high top tables. There's a dart board at the end of the bar. On the other side are more high top tables a few lower tables and three pool tables. There were lots of tv's as well as a jukebox. On my first visit I ordered the fish and chips. The fish was fresh with light crispy breading. I wasn't a fan of the fries but loved the finely chopped coleslaw. On my second visit I had the reuben sandwhich which was tasty! I didn't want fries and even though a house salad was not on the menu I was served a lovely salad with a boiled egg as a fry substitute. Now that's service deserving of recognition! On both visits my servers were friendly and attentive. On my second visit I was offered a beer sample which I liked and ordered. When I'm in town visiting my family I will definitely be back to try more menu items.

Good: They are open late. Good: Big menu to choose from…read more Bad: their food is way too salty.

Honestly, just go to any fast food joint. It better than here and that's just awful to even say…read more Ready the reviews and was expecting so much more. Left hungry and disappointed. The burger was over cooked and way over seasoned. Sent the tater tots back twice because they were over fried, wound up not eating them. They did take that off my bill, only ate half the burger. Food was abysmal at best. Service was subpar. Not busy at all, there was my first red flaig and should have avoided. My waitress was busy doing anything else but waiting on my table, and I was her only table!! Do not recommend, do not pass go...go to sonic instead!!

Good food, better atmosphere . Go on a Wednesday, they have Open Mike listen to some local talentread more

Wings were cooked very well. Crispy but not at all dry. Still very flavorful. Nice music with a…read morewell cooked meal.

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.

Visiting my family in Ohio, they asked to take us to this BBQ joint for some lunch. I was…read moresurprised how big this place is on the proximity of the size of the town...but it looked to be doing great business on a Thursday afternoon. They got some fried pickles for the table and shared with us...these were pretty good. Hub and I decided to split a three meat plate for 20 dollars...a bargain with all that food...it came with two sides. We picked the Mac and cheese and the baked beans. All the meats were fabulous as were the baked beans and cornbread...the only thing that fell short was the Mac and cheese...but this is just a side and not the star. When we come back I will ask to come back here..I,was pretty impressed!

Food was amazing. Best cheese curds i've had. waitress, who was amazing, suggested getting some…read morehoney sriracha sauce (from the wings) to dip the curds in. BEST IDEA EVER. Burger was amazing. Wings and onion rings. great. Will be returning soon.

Came to try their stuffed mushrooms since stuffed mushrooms are a requirement when I'm in the…read moretri-state area, and they did not disappoint. We also tried their boneless wings with bourbon sriracha sauce. The wings were fine. I'm now spoiled by others, so these are just fine. Lots of crispy breading but the sauce was good.

First off the sensors wouldn't pick up anything I was literally drilling golf balls and baseballs…read morebut it wasn't picking anything up the only game that kinda worked was basketball but it still wasn't good anyway wouldn't recommend to anyone.

$20/hr/person. completely outdated uncallobrated software. The tap selection is absolutely…read morehorrible. What is this areas infatuation with country a$& brewery. Not 1 IPA worth wasting your money on. Hint to beer sellers... bells.

This location in Ashland KY. is pretty hit and miss. I have eaten here and had a good meal and I've…read moreeaten here and had a not so good meal. This particular time it was good and bad, their special right now is all you can eat Riblets, boneless wings or fried shrimp. I started with boneless wings in sweet Asian sauce and they were really good. I asked for a round of Riblets and they were so dried out and tough that I couldn't eat them. We had a great waitress, who even though she had two large groups other than us, checked on us frequently and was quick to get refills. It was a snowy evening so there weren't too many people dining but it still was pretty noisy for some reason. Applebee's are pretty much the same in my opinion, this location seems like every other one I've eaten at.

Amazing food and service late night crew deserves all the tips they're professional funny and kind…read moreregardless of the time they are hard workers! Me and my family love to come here. The ambiance was so nice the music was killer! You can request songs on an app and for five dollars you can pick three songs. All the workers definitely deserve a raise.

Service was fast and the employees were busy but pleasant. It was 10am ish and it was packed. We…read moregot the Tiramisu Latte and a double shot. The tiramisu was really yummy! The espresso was a little acidic so it just needs dialed in more.

While traveling to the Ashland area the Pour House was the closest local shop to us so we visited…read moremultiple times. The pastries and quiche were really good. The coffee was decent and did the job while the Red Bull sunrise was delicious. The sunrise has tons of flavor options and various juices that can be used but their menu doesn't share that info. My recommendation is to either ask them to read the extensive list or check out one of the delivery apps to see the options before heading to the drive thru.