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About

Sweets & Meats BBQ

Discover authentic BBQ at this Black and women-owned establishment in Avondale. Savor slow-smoked meats and homestyle sides in a casual, trendy atmosphere. Perfect for couples seeking comfort food with a side of local charm.

Food quality
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9.20
Service
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8.80
Ambience
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8.40
Value for money
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8.90
Accessibility & Amenities
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8.60
8.88
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Our weighted 10-point scoring system for the best date night dining prioritizes culinary innovation, service excellence, and overall ambience.

We consider factors like ingredient quality, menu creativity, and dining experience sophistication. Our assessment combines expert critiques, diner feedback, and firsthand evaluations.
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Public Review Sentiment

68
Google reviews
Sweets & Meats BBQ earns praise for their exceptional smoked meats, particularly the pulled pork and brisket. Their mac and cheese and baked beans are standout sides. Service is consistently positive, though some note limited seating during peak hours.
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Best Times to Visit

Sweets & Meats BBQ

For the best date night experience, visit Wednesday through Sunday between 2-4 PM to avoid peak lunch and dinner rushes. Weekday visits tend to be more intimate with shorter wait times.
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Buzzing
Weekends 12PM - 2PM
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Relaxed
Weekdays 2PM - 4PM
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Category
Casual Dining
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Cuisine
Barbecue
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Dishes
BBQ Ribs
Pulled Pork Sandwich
Mac & Cheese
Smoked Brisket
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Price
US $10-20
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Features
Locally Owned
Casual Dining
Takeout Available
Family-Friendly
Lunch Specials
Wheelchair Accessible
Parking Availability
Trendy/Modern
Local Brews
Group Dining
Delivery Available
Locally Sourced Ingredients
Kid-Friendly
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Sweets & Meats BBQ
Opening hours
Monday
Closed
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Closed
Tuesday
Closed
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Closed
Wednesday
11:00 AM
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7:00 PM
Thursday
11:00 AM
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7:00 PM
Friday
11:00 AM
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7:00 PM
Saturday
11:00 AM
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7:00 PM
Sunday
11:00 AM
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7:00 PM

How to get there

By Car Located in The Cincinnati Herald Building on Burnet Avenue. Free parking available on the street and in the CCHMC Visitors Lot.

By Public Transit Multiple bus routes service Burnet Avenue with stops within walking distance of the restaurant.

By Rideshare Easily accessible via Uber and Lyft. Use "The Cincinnati Herald Building" or "3440 Burnet Avenue" as your destination.

Location

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