Award-winning pit BBQ on the banks of the Ohio River. Real smoke. Real flavor. River town pride.
We don't just say we make the best BBQ in Ohio. We've proven it twelve times over on the competition circuit across Ohio, West Virginia, and Kentucky.
Boathouse BBQ was born from a love of two things: the Ohio River and real barbecue. We planted our roots in Belpre because this town — tucked along the river, neighborly to its core — deserved a BBQ joint that matched its character: honest, proud, and damn good.
What started as a passion project became a full-fledged institution. With over two dozen outdoor competitions entered and 12 trophies on the shelf, the quality you taste in every bite isn't just pride — it's proven. Our custom pit smoker runs from 3am every morning so the brisket is exactly right by 11.
The waterfront setting isn't just scenery. It's part of who we are. On a good evening, you can watch the river barges drift past while you work through a rack of ribs. That's Boathouse BBQ — and there's nowhere else quite like it.
From 20 guests to 500 — corporate events, weddings, reunions, graduations — Boathouse BBQ brings the pit to you. Award-winning BBQ, full setup and service, and enough food to make people talk.
Pulled pork, smoked chicken, 3 sides, cornbread. Buffet style. Per person pricing.
From $22/person (min. 25)Brisket, ribs, pulled pork, 4 sides, sauce bar, full service staff.
From $36/person (min. 50)Full service, carving stations, custom menu, rehearsal tasting included.
Custom quotedBoxed lunches, drop-off, or full on-site service. Any number of guests.
From $15/personWe often sell out — arrive early or call ahead on weekends.
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There's a reason the Ohio Valley has been talking about Boathouse BBQ for years. Come find out for yourself.