Brent’s Smokin’ Butts and Grill
640 N University Blvd, Middletown
(513) 464-9199
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My nachos were delicious & worth the price.. The atmosphere is nice & the staff are friendly.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Nachos - Brisket
Visited this place for the 1st time on Tuesday March 11, 2025. Plenty of room inside. Icecream counter off to the side is a plus if you want deserts. I was not impressed with some of the sides however. The cornbread pudding was bland and dry. The order of cornbread that i got however was moist...that was a plus. It was plenty of pepper on the mac & cheese BUT it wasn't hot....more like lukewarm. The pork and beans were decent...on the menu it said pork n beans with sausage....I saw no pieces of sausage in it at all. My daughter liked the mac n cheese bites. She said it reminded her of Sheetz gas station mac n cheese bites. All in all I don't think I will return for anymore of their food. But the cashier was polite. It's just not my cup of tea.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 3
The food is great whether delivered, take out or dine in. I love their taco chicken salad and potato salad. The staff are great and prices are fair with size of meals. Definitely try Mac and cheese the best ever.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sandwich, Sausage, Brisket Sandwich, Potato Salad
If Miller High Life is the Champaigne of beers, then Brent’s Smokin’ Butts is the Armand de Brignac of BBQ!
Rember the 80’s when you could smoke on an airplane? That’s the sense of freedom you get when you’re eating some wings from Brent’s.
The Moon Landing, the fall of the Berlin Wall, Nolan Ryan’s seventh no-hitter, Michael Jordan’s double nickel in Madison Square Garden…these events pale in comparison to a lunch date with Brent’s!
Had Brent’s been at the Super Bowl, no one would have known Taylor Swift was there.
A half rack of ribs and six wings could stop an oil embargo in its tracks!
10 out of 10 doctors recommend the brisket.
Hey Vice President Vance, lets get some Brent’s in the White House!
Seriously though…Brent and his crew NEVER disappoint!
The yummiest barbecue I have ever had! The whole family loved it! This will be a regular favorite for us!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pork Belly Burnt Ends, Meat Sampler, Sandwich
Great food!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Sandwich
Accidentally just found this place and wow it’s so good! Best chicken wings ever! Ribs are great too!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
brent's smokin' butts and grill has some hits and misses. The brisket burger was a letdown—too dry and lacking juiciness. However, their sauces are excellent, adding great flavor to everything. The wings are top-notch—, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. The fries are just okay, nothing special. Overall, it’s worth a visit for the wings and sauces, but I’d skip the brisket burger.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Wings
Ordered to go, first time there. Oh my, food was delish. We had the loaded boat, chicken, onion rings, and baked beans. Kudos!!
Kid-friendliness: yes
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sandwich, Applewood Smoked Pulled Pork, Cookies, Chicken Sandwich
The ribs were excellent. We got carry out so can't commit on the atmosphere. However, the employee on the phone taking my order was courteous and friendly. They had it ready for my spouse to pick up on his way home. Update 2/26/25 is the owner on vacation? Ordered a full slab of ribs that were so dried out and tough they were inedible. The brisket was good but dang I just wasted a pretty penny on those horrible ribs. Not happy
Food: 3
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Foods delicious, service is great & always a clean restaurant. A must try
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Excellent great food. We loved it
Everything is delicious! The best green beans I've ever had!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sandwich, Chicken, Wings, Potato Salad
Seen this restaurant pop up on Instagram an live fairly close an gave it a try , ordered a ribeye off menu that is now on my top list of best steaks I've had, definitely will be back
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
After going back to replace a botched meal, Brent’s nailed what matters most in BBQ: heart, skill, and ownership that cares.
The Experience:
The staff is genuinely friendly, and the rustic vibe pairs well with the smoky aroma you want in a BBQ joint. After a rare hiccup (due to an equipment issue the owner later explained openly), Brent personally ensured a redo—no excuses, just solutions.
The Food (Second Try):
Brisket Sandwich: Bold salt profile balanced perfectly on a soft bun. Moist, tender-but-not-mushy texture.
Pork Ribs: No dry jerky here—this time, they had a clean pull-off-the-bone feel. Fat rendered smoothly, and the sauce added a smoky tang without overpowering the meat.
Why It Matters:
Everyone has off days, but Brent’s transparency and commitment to quality turned a misstep into a showcase of their true capabilities.
For BBQ that respects the craft and the customer, this spot’s worth your time.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Meat Sampler, Back Ribs, Applewood Smoked Pulled Pork
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