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    Outdoor seating
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    Brisket, Turkey, Beans, Creamed Corn

    Had the brisket and turkey plate, with beans and creamed corn. The brisket was good, but nothing remarkable -- I prefer a smokier flavor. The turkey was excellent, very juicy and melt-in-your-mouth tender. Beans were also very good, and the creamed corn was excellent. Overall it was a great meal, and the service was top shelf.

    Brisket meal w/ collard greens and green beans
    Eljay C.

    Everything I have ordered here were above my expectations. I have tried one bbq spot here in Cincinatti and this place here blew it out the water. I came here on one day and had to come back the next just to make sure if it was that good. I ordered the brisket meal with a 6 piece smoked chicken wings. The next day was 2 meat combo (brisket & pulled pork) and there special rib tips. The sides I got were collard greens, green beans, spicy baked beans, and coleslaw and EVERYTHING had me salivating for more. Each piece of barbecue was super tender but also held its place so it didn't just fall apart right away and that's the way I like it. Ya'll better come try this!!! The service was great. You ordered and they brang your food out. The waitresses would come out another time and asked how everything was and asked if you needed anything. Everyone was very welcoming and polite. The ambiance was very chill and I loved everything about it.

    Brian from take the trip
    Brian K.

    Take the Trip: Pickles and Bones BBQ -- A Flavor-Filled Welcome in Milford, Ohio Every now and then, you find a place that doesn't just serve great food -- it serves good vibes, too. That was exactly our experience today at Pickles and Bones BBQ in Milford, Ohio. With its bright exterior, welcoming charm, and the irresistible scent of slow-smoked meats drifting out the door, this little BBQ joint made a big impression. From the moment we walked in, we were greeted like old friends. Renee, who runs the front of house with a warm smile and an even warmer heart, shared the story of how Pickles and Bones got started. It began as a humble food truck -- just a dream on wheels -- and grew into the cheerful brick-and-mortar spot it is today. At first, it served breakfast and lunch, but since breakfast crowds mostly came on weekends, the team decided to go all in on what they truly excel at: BBQ. And thank goodness they did. You can taste the passion in every bite. And you can hear it in Renee's voice when she talks -- with unmistakable pride -- about how far they've come. This isn't just a business; it's a labor of love. Now, let's talk food. I ordered the Brisket Reuben, minus the sauerkraut (I know -- a German who doesn't like sauerkraut... I'm a walking contradiction). Instead, I added a side of their creamy coleslaw, which brought just the right crunch and tang. That brisket? Unreal. Smoky, tender, and melt-in-your-mouth good. Layered on marble rye, it hit every note of comfort, flavor, and satisfaction. Each sandwich comes with two sides, and I didn't hold back. I picked the hoe cakes -- think cornbread and pancake had a delicious baby -- served with sweet, rich sorghum butter that melted in all the right ways. My second side, the cheesy potato casserole, was everything you dream of in comfort food: gooey, golden, and outrageously good. Now here's where it gets funny -- my wife pulled a classic move and copied my order... well, most of it. She duplicated the Brisket Reuben minus the kraut and the cheesy potatoes without hesitation. But she took her own path with the second side and went for the macaroni salad -- creamy, cool, and perfectly seasoned. So technically not a total copycat... but let's just say inspiration was heavily borrowed. Imitation may be the sincerest form of flattery, but in this case, it was also the smartest lunchtime decision of the day. Another standout? The house-brined pickles that come with every meal. But these aren't your average deli pickles. Pickles and Bones adds jalapeños to the mix, giving them a bright vinegar kick that's slightly sweet but not spicy -- just a perfect, tangy crunch that balances out the richness of the BBQ. We both had iced tea with our meals -- mine was a half-and-half with lemonade, which hit the spot and paired perfectly with the smoky, savory flavors of the meal. Just when we thought our experience couldn't get any better, the staff surprised us with a complimentary dessert to welcome us on our first visit -- a cup of banana pudding. Light, creamy, and packed with nostalgic flavor, it was the perfect exclamation point to end a fantastic meal. But what truly makes Pickles and Bones special is the people. The staff greeted customers by name, checked in often with genuine smiles, and made everyone feel like family coming over for Sunday dinner. That kind of warmth isn't something you can fake -- it's the real secret ingredient that makes this place shine. We left full, happy, and beyond satisfied with our pick for lunch -- and already talking about making a return visit. So if you're ever in the Milford area -- or even if you're not -- make the effort. And get to Pickles and Bones BBQ. Your taste buds (and your heart) will be glad you did. Until the next time, don't forget to take the trip, See you soon! Brian

    Lauren J.

    Our lunch at Pickles and Bones was so good! We stopped in on a Saturday and split the pulled pork sandwich meal. A good sized portion of pulled pork, along side the two side of our choice, macaroni and cheese along with tater tots. OMG, it was all SO GOOD! The pulled pork had great flavor and not dry at all. The macaroni and cheese was ooey gooey, just like I like it. The tater tots had the perfect crispness to them. We will definitely be back here!

    Jalapeno hush puppies
    Josh W.

    I have recently discovered one of my new favorite barbecue restaurants and this is the place. The food was excellent, the service was awesome, and the atmosphere definitely laid back. I'll admit to being a little picky on barbecue places after growing up with so many in North Carolina but this place did everything right. My boss and new coworker were interested in going after I found it right here on Yelp. Plus it wasn't far away from pur office which made it even better. We went on a Thursday for lunch and it was just starting to get a little busy ar 12:30pm. Their menu is right on the wall as you enter the place and it's full of tasty options like wings, quesadillas, sandwiches, salads, and the classic barbecue meats and sides as well as desserts. They also have a nice little beer list with great prices. Brisket is always my litmus test for a good barbecue place, because I've found that if a place can do brisket right, they can do everything right. I was curious about the brisket Reuben, but I decided to get brisket plain for my first trip. I ordered that with collard greens and cole slaw. My boss got brisket too along with a spicy cheddar mett and collard greens and spicy baked beans. My new coworker got pulled pork with mac and cheese and collard greens. We also decided to try some jalapeno hush puppies and the pimento cheese. Even though the place was busy, service was very quick. The hush puppies and pimento cheese came first. The hush puppies were very moist and the pimento cheese had a nice little spicy kick. It was hard to stop eating both. Then our mains came out and everything looked just as good as it tasted. The brisket was so tender that you could cut it with a plastic fork and super tasty. The collard greens tasted almost as good as my grandmother's did years ago, which is a first, because I've never praised ANYONE'S collards that highly EVER. My boss and coworker couldn't stop raving about their food too. This is definitely a new favorite barbecue spot. They know their stuff and how to make it right. I'll certainly be bringing my lady along with me next time.

    Cuban Special
    Jesse S.

    This place is a BBQ gem. We stopped by for lunch the other day to try the special and loved it. It was the Cuban. Plenty of flavor! We also got the Brisqette Quesedilla, my favorite. The staff is always friendly and the seating is both inside and out. Delicious! You'll get the meat sweats after this place

    Brisket quesadilla
    Alyssa L.

    The meat at this restaurant is delicious. My favorite item was the brisket quesadilla - great flavor and loved the dip it came with. Also really liked the pulled pork sandwich as well, but the bun was really the star of the show there. The side dishes were just ok - not a lot of flavor. You did get to pick two when you ordered a sandwich, which was nice. My partner didn't love the coleslaw on its own, but did like it when he added it to his sandwich. Service was great. Wait staff was very friendly and attentive. We got our food pretty quickly which was great. Would come back and get another quesadilla!

    Pulled pork
    Ashley O.

    Food was good! It was a little pricey, my husband got the brisket and only got two slices so he felt that that was a little extreme- but he said it was good! The potatoes were really crunchy, they were not my favorite. I got the pulled pork and that was pretty tasty and I tried their sweet sauce. My husband reheated the leftovers the next day, and he said they actually tasted better heated up in the potato softened up a lot. It was a great experience, but definitely only maybe every once in a while due to budget. The brisket was $18 with two sides and then pulled pork was $16. The inside was cute and service was good.

    Erin Q.

    We were quickly greeted and advised that we order and then pick a seat. I chose the turkey with cheesy potatoes and green beans. My husband ordered the hush puppies to start and they were really good! The turkey was great! I tried all three sauces and ended up liking the spicy vinegar with the sweet sauce as they kind of merged in my tray anyway. The green beans were so tasty and the cheesy potatoes were good too, but I was so full. My hubby also ordered the banana pudding and I had a bite of that. So good!! Also-ago doesn't live a bright pink bathroom with a pic of Dolly?!

    Catering
    Colleen A.

    I have to start by saying that Pickles and Bones makes some of the best chocolate chip cookies I have EVER had. I tried them right before Christmas and because they were so good, I didn't really want Christmas cookies because ai knew they wouldn't compare! My husband's company ordered Pickles and Bones catering for their Christmas party. Were were all truly blown AWAY by the food. We had cheesy potatoes, cheddar brats, pulled pork, coleslaw, salad, smoked turkey, baked beans, cornbread with sorghum butter, house made sauces, and chocolate chip cookies. The cheesy potatoes were definitely good, but not the star of the show. I did not try the baked beans as I don't eat beef and was unsure if they were made with brisket. The pulled pork had insane flavor. It was cooked perfectly and melted in your mouth. The sauces were SO good. My favorites were the spicy vinegar and Carolina gold. We actually made salad dressing with the spicy vinegar the next day, and it was great. The smoked turkey was moist and had good flavor. The cornbread was next level and the sorghum butter took it up 3 notches beyond that. The cheddar brats were not part of the package, but the owner loves them so much, we added them and they were by far the crowd fave. I agree they were delicious. The coleslaw was one of the best things we ate as it was truly the best coleslaw we have ever had (literally only complaint was that they brought a little too much and we had to toss more than we would've liked even after taking it home to eat for several days.) It paired perfectly with the pulled pork. The side salad was simple, but the Italian dressing and ranch that came with it were both good. I appreciated the salad as a light and fresh addition to the meal. I was not there when the food arrived, but my husband's coworker raved about the service and how kind and efficient the team was. They even brought little cards to label each item. I'm really excited to stop into their restaurant to eat there sometime, and am SO hoping we order from here again for next year's Christmas party!

    Andy M.

    Delicious beef brisket and pulled pork combo with collards and baked beans. Bright, clean locale with great service. Love the new location.

    Not your kids drinks
    Tanya P.

    Excellent food, service, ambiance! Is there a place for 10 STARS people!!! They're ease of the ordering process is perfect! Plating is beautiful! They're great for children! The kids meal for breakfast can include baked apples, yum. The ordering system seems like it will get even easier, order with QRcode. The utensils are plastic and the bowls and plates are durable hard plastic. Good on the servers not a lot of cleanup, unless dinners are messy.. They have unique eats and a new beautiful dine in location. Breakfast is not a daily option, but what a tasty treat it is when it is available!!! Thank you Pkcles and Bones!

    Hillbilly charcuterie
    Ann S.

    Take out review. A-mazing! It was a weekend night and we didn't want to cook. Hubs and daughter said "let's have BBQ take out" - I was not ecstatic (I find it can be dry and I just wasn't feeling it), but the draw of not turning on a cooking appliance was overwhelming. So, we ordered from Pickles and Bones. I'm so glad we did! So delicious! Their menu had some creative takes on the standards that appealed to my jaded tastes this day. We ordered the Hillbilly Charcuterie , the Pulled Pork Fried Rice and an order of pulled chicken. We loved every bit of all three dishes, from the savory bites of the charcuterie, to the tangy zing of the fried rice and the slightly sweet and perfectly moist chicken. Their menu has all the standards, but these 3 dishes hit the spot for us! The only thing missing were some delicious biscuits (you know what I'm talking about, P&B proprietors). Location on Rt 28 is easy to get to (I know, 28 is ugly and...ugly) but fortunately this is located at the beginning. We ordered online and picked up easily.

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    1 month ago

    Food was delicious. Dad passed this place all the time at work and we decided to check it out. Worth it. Will definitely be back.

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    Food was good. Coleslaw done right. Brisket very tender. Pulled pork was awesome. It is someplace we would come back to.

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    Amazing food and service. My favourite are the pulled pork nachos. Delicious!! All sorts of awesome BBQ

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    Wonderful. Just wonderful. I brought my grandson for the first time and he was very impressed.

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    The food is just like a big ol' hug. The service is amazing, and you feel like you're stepping into a world of nostalgia.

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    Food is always delicious and service is superb!! Staff is always friendly and they make you feel welcome!

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