Ohio has a barbecue scene that lives off the beaten path, often in food trucks and little shacks parked right along the highway. Some of the best smoked meat in the state comes from stands you might drive past without a second glance.
From brisket that falls apart to ribs that slip off the bone, these spots prove you do not need a fancy dining room to serve great food. Here are eight roadside barbecue stops across Ohio worth pointing your car toward the next time hunger hits on the road.
1. BBQ on 172, Hanoverton, OH
Park along State Route 172 in Hanoverton and you will find a friendly food truck where the meat gets cooked right in front of you. That open-air setup is half the fun here.
Brisket is the star, showing up in sandwiches and served alongside pulled pork and ribs that come off the bone with almost no effort. The baked beans get a little kick from spice and pulled pork mixed right in…