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JP's BBQ
West side barbecue near Bolton Field serving ribs, wings and party trays for over 60 years.
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Why JP's BBQ why was this picked
JP's Barbecue at 2000 Norton Rd near Bolton Field says it has been creating appetizing memories in central Ohio for over 60 years, which makes it the oldest name on this list. The pitch is old-school: ribs, wings and party trays, with a standing invitation to call 614-878-7422 and ask for Carol about dietary concerns or an upcoming event. Its site lists daytime hours of 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., so plan it as a lunch or early pickup stop on the west side.
- Over 60 years in central Ohio
- Ribs, wings and party trays
- Call and ask for Carol on events
Know before you go
We keep JP's BBQ at Bolton Field on the board for long-running ribs, wings, and party trays without trend-chasing. The Norton Road room is classic Columbus airport-adjacent barbecue after Legacy Smokehouse closed, and it still fits family trays and weekday lunch runs. Meals for two usually stay in the $$ range when you catch the day's posted window on a regular weeknight visit on a regular weeknight visit.
Hours shift by day and are best confirmed by phone; the site posts the day's window rather than a fixed weekly grid. Call for catering and special requests. Park in the Bolton Field lot. Start with our Bolton Field page. Then weigh it against other pits on our best BBQ in Columbus list.
- Parking
- Free lot at Bolton Field near 2000 Norton Road.
- Reservations
- No standard reservations; call Carol at (614) 878-7422 for party trays and special requests.
- Tip
- Call ahead for ribs and wings if you are feeding a group; party trays are a core part of the business.
