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Smoked On High BBQ in Columbus, Ohio

First visit or fiftieth, my move here starts the same way. Brisket sandwich, a scoop of Max N Cheese, and a cup of spicy brisket chili to chase the smoke with heat. The board also tends to feature pulled pork, ribs, chicken, and house sausage, so you can mix a tray that fits exactly how hungry you are.

This spot runs a straightforward playbook. The brick‑and‑mortar on South High Street handles lunch and early dinner, with online ordering available for quick pickup. Ribs are offered by the quarter, half, or full slab, which makes it easy to add just enough to a sandwich-and-sides order. Portions lean hearty without getting fussy, and sides like collard greens with pork, cornbread, and slaw keep the focus on smoke and seasoning.

Prices fall in an easygoing range for counter-style barbecue. Sandwiches typically land in the low teens, and you can build up from there with extra meat or a bigger rib portion. If you are feeding a group, they cater, and there is a Smoked On High food truck circulating around town on a rotating schedule. The shop keeps posted hours and also closes when the pits run dry, so earlier is wiser if you have your heart set on brisket.

What keeps me coming back is the balance. The brisket has that peppery bark and tender center, the pork is tangy and clean, and the chili layers in smoked brisket without turning into a heavy stew. It is a simple ordering rhythm that works as well for a solo lunch as it does for a family tray on a weekend afternoon.

  • Address: 755 S High St, Columbus, OH 43206
  • Phone: (614) 754-9711
  • Hours: Wed–Sun 11 AM–8 PM; Mon–Tue closed. Note: may close early if sold out.
  • Ordering: Takeout and catering available; food truck schedule varies.
  • Price signal: Sandwiches commonly in the low teens; ribs by quarter, half, or full slab.
  • Known for: smoked brisket, pulled pork, ribs, Max N Cheese, and spicy brisket chili.

If you want straightforward smoked meats with sides that pull their weight, this South High Street barbecue shop fits the bill.

Published: September 9, 2026 · Reviewed by the Whats Up Columbus editorial team