Hand-crafted barbecue favorites to tantalize your tastebuds and completely satisfy your hunger are what we’re all about at Bob’s Backyard Barbeque. When nothing but smoky barbecue goodness can fulfill your insatiable cravings, make a quick trip to our family-owned and -operated barbecue restaurant in Lancaster, OH. We’ve perfected the delicate art of smoking succulent meats to perfection. And our brisket is freakin’ amazing! You can count on nothing less than superior food quality and exceptional customer service with each dish and every visit. Stop by today and be sure to ask about our catering options for your wedding, office, or event.
Copious Chiropractic
If you’re in Lancaster and love BBQ, you have to check out Bob’s Backyard BBQ! As a chiropractor at Copious Chiropractic, I’m always looking for great local spots that not only taste amazing but also help hit my daily protein goals—Bob’s does exactly that.
The brisket is next-level—tender, smoky, and packed with flavor. They also have a great variety of sauces, so whether you like sweet, spicy, or tangy, there’s something for everyone. And if you’re looking for clean, protein-packed meals, their meats make it easy to stay on track.
Best part? It’s walking distance from our office, so whether you’re stopping by for lunch or refueling after an adjustment, it’s a super convenient spot. Highly recommend giving them a try—you won’t be disappointed!
… moreKeenan
Authentic BBQ done right! Bob’s boasts an impressive array of expertly prepared meats, accompanied by a choice of delicious sauces. Although the majority of the sauces lean towards the sweeter end of the BBQ flavor profile, they complement the menu items perfectly. With reasonable prices and a welcoming atmosphere, Bob’s BBQ promises an enjoyable feast for the senses.
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This place is a hidden gem! Absolutely amazing food, customer service was wonderful. We’ve been wanting to try it since we live out of town and we will most definitely be returning! The chicken tendors were to die for! Everything made in house. 10 out of 10
… moreanonymous
MAN BOBS… I can’t say enough good things about Bobs. I met Bob on the road when I had got out of the hospital after going homeless… Bob gave me the hat off his head and the jacket off his back…not only did he give me the tools to get warm he took me to the restaurant to get warm and let me charge my phone. Bobs let me eat here whenever I’ve been down on food Free. Its really tasty food and everyone he has working there are warm and inviting. They do catering as well. Bob always asks me how I’m doing whenever he sees me…Thanksgiving he saw me walking down the road and stopped to ask me! I’m very thankful to Bob and his team Mike one of the cooks is also very inviting and conversational. The prices seem to be good. Like I said I could NOT recommended eating here more…I need to stop writing now God Bless you! Check this place out!
… moreEmily Johnston
My husband and I have been going to Bob’s Backyard BBQ for Friday night dates for a few years and when we had our wedding in May 2025 we decided to book their catering for our reception and it received so many
compliments and many guests went back for more. Their signature Lancaster sauce is our favorite to put on the brisket, pulled pork, or chicken and the service and atmosphere there always makes our day or night feel perfect.
… moreJames Kurtz
We were randomly in Lancaster and needed a place to eat with our family. Glad we stumbled into Bob’s. The food was great, but even better was the extremely gracious staff. They welcomed our family and you could really tell that they were happy we were there and valued our business. All of the food was great and everyone was pleased.
… moreKarla
Today was my first time eating at Bob’s, and I was not disappointed! I ordered the Ultimate Brisket Sundae, and it was packed full of flavor! It consists of a layer of sweet corn casserole topped with slow-roasted, smoked beef brisket, sautéed onions, diced tomatoes, Lancaster Smoky-Chili BBQ sauce and BBQ remoulade. Run and get yourself some now!!!
… moreAloha E
This is not traditional BBQ. They do have a spin on bbq that isn’t bad. The sauces have a good flavor. I had the brisket. It was tender, but there was only a hint of smoke and no smoke ring as you would get in NC, Memphis, Texas, or KC. The mac n cheese was just ok and the hash browns were typical of central Ohio. The sides were generous portions. The Mac n moo was good and the pork sundae was filling. It’s a lot of stuff layered, it was ok but filling. The sliders were shredded mest on a small bun as expected. I most likely will not return. I prefer traditional BBQ with a smoke ring resulting from meats cooked low and slow.
… moreCori W
New for us! Hubby brought us here for lunch today. We were greeted with a welcome as we entered. Pete walked us through the menu. He described the food and answered our questions about the food. We both ordered the Bob’s BBQ Monte Cristo, which is a pulled chicken, garlic aioli, sweet barbecue, sauteed onions, and swiss cheese. My sides were the Mac and Cheese and corn casserole while he got the slaw and fries. The sandwich was pretty OMG on the flavor. So many layers hit your palate sequentially, the smokey, tang, sweet and garlic. Chicken very tender. The mac&chz and corn casserole had an underlying hint of sour cream which was good. The slaw was not very sweet but a subtle tang. Overall, definitely tasty, delicious food. This is a must when in Lancaster! We will Definitely be back!!!
… moreMacyn Fisher
I needed 4lbs of pulled pork on very short notice and Bob’s was able to have it ready for me within an hour. Life saver and it tastes great!
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