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Smoked on High
German Village takeout window praised for consistent brisket, pulled pork, and a sauce flight that locals still argue over.
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Why Smoked on High why was this picked
We keep Smoked on High in the top tier for the consistency Reddit keeps citing: brisket with real bark, pulled pork that does not need a sauce crutch, and a sauce lineup that still sparks debates. The South High takeout-only cadence means you plan for pickup, then eat on a picnic table or at home. It suits German Village runs when you want craft smoke without a dining-room script.
- Consistent brisket locals still trust
- Sauce flight worth arguing about
- German Village takeout that holds up
Know before you go
We keep Smoked on High in the top tier for brisket with real bark and pulled pork that does not need a sauce crutch. The brick-and-mortar room at 755 S. High Street anchors German Village BBQ nights, with a food truck schedule when you want the mobile stop instead of the dining room. Meals for two usually stay in the $$ range if you arrive before popular cuts sell out on a regular weeknight visit.
Brick-and-mortar hours run Wednesday through Sunday 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. or until sold out; Monday and Tuesday are closed. There are no reservations, so come early for popular cuts. Park along S. High near German Village. Cross-check other finalists on our best BBQ in Columbus ranking.
- Parking
- Street and nearby lot parking along S. High Street at 755 S. High St by German Village.
- Reservations
- No reservations; walk in early for dine-in or order online before popular cuts sell out.
- Tip
- Arrive near open on Saturday if you want brisket before the sell-out window.