Papa Joe's Hometown BBQ

Awesome place ..the food was tender and delicious!

Heard about this place on the golf course this morning and decided to stop by. Small place located next to a Dairy Queen business, run out of a trailer. Arrived and walked up to the window and was greeted by Kate, one of the owners. Super personality and provided a lot of information on their business. Got a sample of the brisket which was super moist. You could taste the cherry and apple wood they are using in it, great taste to me. Ordered the pulled pork sandwich platter. $8 includes one side and a drink. Had Mac n cheese as a side, good taste with plenty of cheese. Also ordered the beans they were good but I would probably add maybe some onion and some of the BBQ sauce to them. Also had Cole slaw which was the creamy version, it wasn't bad at all.
Ordered a side of 3 wings, $1 a wing, great price, they were flapper's, the wings had a heavy breading to them but we're super moist on the inside.
They also give veterans a discount which is a major plus.

The business has been open since April and there is a great story behind it.

Good People, Great Food

Howdy folks! My name is Joel and my beautiful wife is Kate. We started this business with a couple hundred dollars from each paycheck and it has taken two years to get this business up and running! The reason for this adventure is because we have custody of our grandchildren and we want to teach them that anything is possible if you're willing to work for your dreams. The ultimate goal is to teach them the business from the group up so that someday they can continue on the tradition of Good People, Great Food. So if you're looking for some good old fashioned hometown southern BBQ, come see us at Papa Joe's Hometown BBQ!

All of our food is locally sourced and smoked daily.

Excellent food!! Excellent service!! The owner is a really nice guy. Try the Turkey Ribs or Meatloaf. Everything is good here.

Great food! We got the brisket and pulled pork and both were delicious, but I’m a bigger fan of the pulled pork. Sides are good too. Definitely coming back! Nice to have a BBQ place in Pataskala. :)

My favorite food is pulled pork and Mac n cheese so I'm not tough to impress. But I still think they knocked it outta the park! Food truck style, they grill right in front of you and food is served hot! BBQ is not too spicy, not too sweet. Definitely a good spot for a quick lunch. And since seating is outside, it's instantly dog friendly!