By FRank

February 11, 2010 5:03 PM | Link to this

Sonnys?? Wow, not bad, but some of you folks need to check out the non-chains in the South. I’m looking forward to trying out Woodys. A friend said there were several in Melbourne, FL and at one point they were quite good. Apparently the quality went down at the remaining one, but Brevard county has hard times worse than Dayton. I’m hopeful the new one in B’creek will be just fine; they seem to have put mucho effort in fixing up the site. Good luck!

By Doug

February 10, 2010 7:02 PM | Link to this

used to live in the Daytona area -now in BVCK and Sonny’s was my favorite. Otherwise there was Dustin’s and Woody’s which are just as good. Glad to have some BBQ from the south… up north!

By loveBBQ

December 19, 2009 1:44 PM | Link to this

My husband and I travel quite a bit and get BBQ everywhere we go. I can’t believe that some of the best BBQ I have ever had is in dayton. Oinkadoodlemoo is really good. A small operation. Not a franchise that cuts corners to save a dime. Those guys love bbq and do it right. The meat is stand alone great, but the sauce is addictive. Be forewarned! One of my other faves is Sugars in Tenn. Super good. Don’t miss the grilled onions.

By MR.RIBS

December 15, 2009 11:48 AM | Link to this

I agree with Nebraska Buckeye and Lisa, Corky’s is the best of any of the chain bbq joints. And man I wish one would come up here..it would kill! City BBQ isn’t bad either, but the best BBQ I have ever tasted besides my own, was at the San Antonio State Fair, my God…they can do up some pork and beef like nobody’s business.

By REALLY Best BBQ

December 2, 2009 7:14 AM | Link to this

Hickory River City BBQ Hickory House Best anywhere: Spencers, Oklahoma City

By BBQ LOVER

December 1, 2009 12:54 PM | Link to this

Smokin’ at the entrance to the Oregon District has the best BBQ items I have tasted north of the Mason-Dixon line.

By Tim

November 27, 2009 2:52 PM | Link to this

The best BBQ I have ever had was at Bennetts in Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg.

By YourMommasBBQ

November 24, 2009 5:55 PM | Link to this

You BBQ eaters are the worst tippers in the world. I saw 3 millionaires sitting at a table together in Beavercreek and not a one left a dime for the poor waitress. I gave her $10 and told her I guess thats how they got their millions by being stingy and greedy.

By Michelle

November 24, 2009 3:24 PM | Link to this

Ok I have grew up here in Dayton and have lived in Florida and Cincinnati. And I would have to agree Sonny’s is probably one of the best I have ever tasted. I use to work right across the street and was there almost everyday. I have also had Famous Dave’s when it was in Springdale until the closed that location. And I agree if they bought Sonny’s BBQ to the north everyone else would pack up too.

By Tony

November 24, 2009 2:30 PM | Link to this

Piquasteve - That is too bad about Famous Dave’s. I love their bbq as well. I go to Minnesota twice a year and we always visit a Famous Dave’s while there. It is amazing. But the best bbq I have ever had is from Sonny’s in Corbin, KY. I cannot even put words to describe it. There is a new place in Englewood, Oinkadoodlemoo, as well. I have only been there once, but what I had was very good.

By Merriam Webster

November 24, 2009 9:50 AM | Link to this

For Kara Palente Blalock: If it’s “incorrect”, it’s NOT a fact. Conversely, “facts” are NOT “incorrect”. Got that?

By dublg

November 24, 2009 8:45 AM | Link to this

what about the mcrib? i love the mcrib. we need more mcdonalds and way more mcribs.

By Kara Parente-Blalock

November 24, 2009 7:46 AM | Link to this

The Dayton Daily is reporting incorrect facts. The Parente Family of Springboro owned a Woody’s franchise and had to call it Jack’s BBQ due to Woody’s market in West Carrollton. Woody Mills (BBQ) tried to work with the grocery store Woody and his attorneys on the naming issue with no luck so they let it be named “Jack’s” the only one in a ten mile radius of the grocery. I was the manager. Woody & Yolanda Mills the owner of Woody’s have this franchise information. It is not the first in the state of Ohio. Good Luck to the new owners.

By Gator

November 24, 2009 12:57 AM | Link to this

The Melbourne Woody’s may be gone, but there is still a Woody’s in Palm Bay and in Sebastian. And, I’m surprised that they are still in business. Most of us in the Melbourne area like Sonny’s.

By t

November 24, 2009 12:49 AM | Link to this

old hickory on n.main best bbq ever!

By jamie

November 23, 2009 11:48 PM | Link to this

Last time I visted Melbourne, Florida, I was sad to find out their Woody’s had closed. I always stopped for ribs, great baked beans and a bottle of their BBQ sauce to bring home to Dayton. Now I’ll have to ship to relatives in Florida. I can’t wait. It’s delicious.

By Ben

November 23, 2009 9:10 PM | Link to this

City BBQ is not overpriced and has one of the best briskets I’ve ever eaten. Support an Ohio company and eat at City BBQ.

By Mike McDermott

November 23, 2009 7:54 PM | Link to this

Hickory River in Tipp City, just 15 minutes north of Dayton has barbecue that won first place in the State Fair. It is really good. Remember to ask for it “hot and wet”. You won’t regret it!

By Alice

November 23, 2009 6:46 PM | Link to this

I wonder why so many of you even live here in Ohio since few can even name a decent restaurant in the state.

By Beaver

November 23, 2009 6:32 PM | Link to this

The owner may have looked downtown, but came to the realization (as many others have) that Beavercreek is a much better place to locate….less crime, more money, more spending, more evening traffic.

By null

November 23, 2009 4:22 PM | Link to this

Great more food coming to the Dayton area as if people aren’t big enough around here now .

By Carl

November 23, 2009 3:57 PM | Link to this

Downtown Dayton!!!! You got to be kidding. Nothing is going to happen in downtown Dayton except killings and drug dealing.

By Married to Texan

November 23, 2009 3:30 PM | Link to this

Piquasteve - Your experience at Famous Dave’s must have been much better than mine. Brisket was dry, tough, and lacked any smoke flavor at all. The only way I can get good brisket it to make it myself in my pit (or the family in TX), or at Rudy’s at any of their TX locations. I have yet to see any BBQ place that can do all types of BBQ well in one location. Too bad. I enjoy all of it. Maybe I should take a BBQ road trip some day. Carolinas, Georgia, Memphis, St. Louis, KC, San Antonio…

By null

November 23, 2009 2:50 PM | Link to this

Without the suburbs, Sandy, the city of Dayton wouldn’t evebn exit, let alone the downtown area you so cheerfully embelish. Shame on you, Sandy, for continuing to lie about others areas at the expense of the empty buildings downtown.

By Biff

November 23, 2009 2:30 PM | Link to this

There’ already a BBQ joint downtown, Sandy. On Fifth St in the Oregon. I believe (BTW that’s I before E…) I think a business owner would want to locate where the money is. That’s NOT downtown Dayton on a Weds. nite.

By null

November 23, 2009 1:33 PM | Link to this

Pappy’s Smoke House in St Louis blows them all away.

By smoke and poke

November 23, 2009 1:02 PM | Link to this

The best BBQ is Jim Dandy in Evendale.

By Rachelle

November 23, 2009 12:40 PM | Link to this

I wish Woody’s the best of luck in their new restaurant.

By nyc

November 23, 2009 12:20 PM | Link to this

just keep adding another link in chain city usa…the chain is getting so heavy..its gonna sink this one-horse town….

By Nebraska Buckeye

November 23, 2009 12:17 PM | Link to this

Never heard of them. Best BBQ restarant is Corky’s in Memphis. Interstate BBQ is a close second and is in Memphis. All others are pretenders including Dreamland BBQ in Alabama.

By piquasteve

November 23, 2009 12:12 PM | Link to this

If you’re ever traveling in Michigan, try Famous Dave’s BBQ. They also have a restaurant in Toledo and the Cedar Point area. The best Brisket I’ve ever tasted and I lived in Texas (the brisket experts) for 5 years. I e-mailed Famous Dave’s to urge them to open a restaurant in the Dayton area but got a reply that they are not planning on expanding to the Dayton area. I have been to Hickory River in Tipp City and it is very good and reasonably priced.

By Jennifer

November 23, 2009 12:07 PM | Link to this

The Original Woody’s Bar-B-Q is in Jacksonville, FL. That is where Woody’s got their startin 1980. There has not been a Woody’s Bar-B-Q in Ohio before so everyone should give it a try! They have the best food quality for the price and the Baby Back Ribs are to die for!

By Lisa

November 23, 2009 12:01 PM | Link to this

A Corky’s BBQ would be great!!! They have the best BBQ ever!

By jonbuoy186

November 23, 2009 11:56 AM | Link to this

Now if they would open a Sonny’s BBQ,Then the rest might as well pack up and leave.There the Best in the south for great food and really fair prices.

By misjenn

November 23, 2009 11:46 AM | Link to this

This is no connection to the old Woodys or the grocery store. Its a chain from Florida…GREAT FOOD and a new variety to the area

By Art B

November 23, 2009 11:42 AM | Link to this

They were here once before, but couldn’t make it work. They had to change their name because Woody’s market was still open at the time. The food was nothing special.

By Mark

November 23, 2009 11:19 AM | Link to this

If the food is good they could put a hurting on City Barbeque. City Barbeque is way overpriced and the food’s just not that great.

By tbill

November 23, 2009 11:16 AM | Link to this

Why can’t we get a Corky’s? The closest one is in Lexington, KY. They’re award-winning and the ribs are excellent.

By jimmy

November 23, 2009 10:19 AM | Link to this

Oinkadoodlemoo’s ROCKS!

By Roger

November 23, 2009 10:13 AM | Link to this

Oinkadoodlemoo is really good. The guys that run it had their BBQ at several event locations this summer, before opening at the current location. I’m glad to see DDN covering the BBQ!

By Jackl

November 23, 2009 10:11 AM | Link to this

I’m a retired Daytonian now living in central Florida. This is not the same Woody’s that has been around the area in the past. This is a regional chain from here in Florida. Guess they are moving North. Good food, reasonable price. The key to success will be the staff - not the food or price.

By null

November 23, 2009 10:04 AM | Link to this

January? Looking forward to trying it as well as Oinkadoodlemoo. I have been to Hickory rivers in Tipp. If you’re north of Dayton you shouldn’t complain about not having chains. Tipp City has many great independents.

By Cat

November 23, 2009 9:51 AM | Link to this

I wish them luck, but they might want to consider bringing in someone to “cleanse” that site. It’s jinxed and has been for years. Let’s hope they can make a go of it; the Creek isn’t known for keeping anything going in that space. Especially with City BBQ right down the road Creekers don’t like change.

By Bonnie Bernet

November 23, 2009 9:40 AM | Link to this

Oinkadoodlemoos bargeque is now open in Englewood. It is award winning barbeque and should not be missed. I’ve had it several times and highly recommend it!

By @ MR

November 23, 2009 8:40 AM | Link to this

MR: Oinkadoodlemoo just opened in the JD’s Custard building on Union in Englewood. It’s good smoked BBQ and the guy who runs it seemed genuinely interested in my opinion… I recommend it.

By Tipper

November 23, 2009 8:19 AM | Link to this

North of Dayton, try HIckory River BBQ in Tipp City. Great food, reasonably priced.

By MR

November 23, 2009 7:53 AM | Link to this

When will some of these places come to the north of Dayton area,Vandalia&Englewood instead of always by the malls.

By mmmmBBQ

November 23, 2009 7:45 AM | Link to this

If the ribs are anywhere close to what the now closed “Big Lou’s” in Beavercreek used to serve it will be worth the trip. Boy, do I miss Big Lou’s.

By David

November 23, 2009 7:38 AM | Link to this

I didn’t know Jack’s BBQ was Woody’s. I ate at Jack’s once and I thought it was good. Great baked sweet potatoes and BBQ Corn. I don’t know if I’d make it to Beavercreek but I would like to see another come back to around the Dayton Mall

By Jay

November 23, 2009 7:25 AM | Link to this

The original Woody’s BBQ was located in Yellow Springs back in the late ‘60’s early ‘70’s. I used to work there as a college student.

By Clem

November 23, 2009 7:18 AM | Link to this

There was a Woody’s BBQ that opereated at Mad River Station across from Dayton Mall in the early 90’s. It was called Jack’s BBQ because they couldn’t use the Woody’s name because of Woody’s in West Carrollton. I think it was open for less than 2 years.