12 Bones Smokehouse River - Asheville

I finally had the chance to check out some local BBQ. I was second in line and had the opportunity to sample the brisket. I ordered a plate meal that came with two sides. The collard greens were good, but not exceptional. The smoked potato salad was just average. The brisket was alright, and the cornbread was similarly average. However, the sauces were excellent, and the atmosphere of the restaurant was a lot of fun. I really wish they offered a sampler plate so I could try a bit of everything. I wonder if they had one, but I just overlooked it.

The restaurant offers great food with generous portions. The wings were undoubtedly the highlight of the meal, although the ribs were also quite good. I would definitely order them again without hesitation. The peanut butter pie for dessert was a delightful touch.

This is truly the best BBQ place! We loved every dish and every type of meat we tried. We may have ordered too much, but the leftovers were fantastic! The staff was incredibly friendly, and the atmosphere was fun, with a wide variety of delicious food options. We thoroughly enjoyed our entire experience and will definitely return, bringing friends and family along!

We went right when they first opened it, and there was already a line out the door. I expected fantastic barbecue based on the smell in the air, the line out the door, and the online reviews about Obama coming twice. We were not super impressed. They onlyhad chopped brisket (not sliced), which pretty much tasted like sloppy Joe?s with no smoky flavor because it was smothered insauce. The pulled pork was kind of bland and dry. The beans tasted like they were canned. The corn pudding and cornbread werethe only things we really liked. Everyone was Nice, and the food came out super fast, but overall I?m not sure that I would callthis one of the top barbecue joints. Our chain bbq restaurants in Ga are better. There is a lot of indoor and outdoor seating

Located in the art district. Ordered a half rack of ribs and wanted to try their pulled pork. Ribs fell off the bone. Tons of meat, brown sugar seasoning was what I wanted. They have dipping sauces to use their. Pulled pork was spot on, Mac and cheesewas tasty. Collard greens, not my thing so I can?t judge those. Washed it all down with some urban cider. Will be back again