Nothing beats a hearty barbecue sandwich when you’re hungry for big flavor and smoked meat. Thankfully, Ohio is home to several delicious barbecue joints that serve up exceptional sandwiches. From sliced brisket sandwiches to smoked pulled pork, here are 10 of the best BBQ sandwiches in Ohio (listed in no particular order) and where to find them.

1. B & K Smoke House (Columbus)
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Paul F./Yelp
You can't go wrong with the brisket sandwich (pictured), pulled pork and even smoked turkey sandwich at B & K Smoke House. You'll find it at 1114 E Main St., Columbus, OH 43205. To learn more, visit the website for B & K Smoke House in Columbus.
2. Great Lakes Brewing Company (Cleveland)
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While this popular eatery features a wide variety of exceptional cuisine, you'll find a few barbecue options that are downright mouthwatering. We recommend the pulled pork sandwich with house-made tater tots (pictured.) Great Lakes Brewing Company is located at 2516 Market Ave., Cleveland, OH 44113. Visit the website for Great Lakes Brewing Company to learn more.
3. Seven Miles Smokehouse (Chillicothe)
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With slow, southern cooked meats and sides made from scratch every day, this family owned and operated smokehouse serves up some exceptional barbecue. Pictured is "The Mad Dog" with pulled smoked chicken, beef brisket and pulled pork, topped with grilled onions, sauce and creamy signature cole slaw. Seven Miles Smokehouse is located at 285 E 7th St., Chillicothe, OH 45601. For more information, check out the website for Seven Miles Smokehouse.
4. Shorty's True American Roadhouse (Toledo)
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If you enjoy an extra hearty barbecue sandwich, you'll want to try the Boss Hog (pictured.) It's deliciously piled high with barbecue pork, bacon and slaw. Come see why this is considered one of the best BBQ sandwiches in Ohio! Shorty's True American Roadhouse is located at 5111 Monroe St., Toledo, OH 43623. To learn more, visit the website for Shorty's True American Roadhouse in Toledo.
5. Deet’s BBQ (Maumee)
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Deet’s BBQ/Facebook
This family owned and operated barbecue joint also operates as a mobile catering company, based in Maumee. Some local favorite dishes include their sliced brisket sandwich (pictured) and slow smoked pulled pork. Dee's BBQ is located at 1385 Conant St., Suite D, Maumee, OH 43537. Visit the Deet’s BBQ website to learn more.

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6. Kennedy’s Bar-B-Que (Canton)
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For an exceptional pulled pork or ham sandwich, head over to Kennedy's Bar-B-Que, located inside Taggart's Ice Cream, at 1401 Fulton Road NW, Canton, OH 44703. Check out the website for Kennedy’s Bar-B-Que to learn more.
7. Grillin' Dave-Style (Zanesville)
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With a fall-apart brisket sandwich and mouthwatering pulled pork and chicken sandwiches, you basically can't go wrong with any sandwich you order from Grillin' Dave-Style. It's located at 1612 Linden Ave., Zanesville, OH 43701. To learn more, visit the website for Grillin' Dave-Style in Zanesville.
8. Eli’s BBQ (Cincinnati)
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Jonathan R./Yelp
In 2016, Business Insider ranked "The 50 best barbecue joints in America," and Cincinnati’s very own Eli’s BBQ ranked as #3 on that list. Brave the possibility of a long line at Eli's BBQ. It's located at 3313 Riverside Dr. Cincinnati, OH 45226. Check out the Eli’s BBQ website for more information.
9. Rudy's Smokehouse (Springfield)
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A popular go-to for Rudy's Smokehouse regulars, the pulled pork sandwich is out-of-this-world good at this barbecue joint. It's located at 2222 S Limestone St., Springfield, OH 45505. Visit the website for Rudy's Smokehouse to learn more.
10. Boathouse BBQ (Marietta)
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With picture perfect views of the Ohio River and amazing barbecue options, you'll love this southern Ohio eatery. The pulled pork sandwich and beans are a classic you have to try here. Boathouse BBQ is located at 218 Virginia St., Marietta, OH 45750. To learn more, visit the website for Boathouse BBQ in Marietta.

Have you been to any of these delicious restaurants? Who do you think makes the best BBQ sandwiches in Ohio? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below!

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B & K Smoke House, 1114 E Main St, Columbus, OH 43205, USA
Great Lakes Brewing Company, 2516 Market Ave, Cleveland, OH 44113, USA
7 Miles Smokehouse, 285 E 7th St, Chillicothe, OH 45601, USA
5111 Monroe St, Toledo, OH 43623, USA
Deet's BBQ, 1385 Conant St D, Maumee, OH 43537, USA
1401 Fulton Rd NW, Canton, OH 44703, USA
1612 Linden Ave, Zanesville, OH 43701, USA
Eli's BBQ - Riverside, 3313 Riverside Dr, Cincinnati, OH 45226, USA
Rudy's Smokehouse, 2222 S Limestone St, Springfield, OH 45505, USA
Boat House of Marietta (Boathouse BBQ), 218 Virginia St, Marietta, OH 45750, USA