★ Slow-Smoked ★

Low. Slow. Lucius. - Cincinnati BBQ, no shortcuts -

Brisket rubbed in salt and pepper, smoked over oak and cherry right on our Pendleton patio. Cincinnati BBQ with no shortcuts!

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Chapter One ~

Smoke Has a Zip Code.

Lucius Q lives at the corner of Broadway and barbecue obsession. We're a Cincinnati pit-house where the smoker runs long before the doors open and the wood pile out back is taller than most of our regulars. Brisket gets a rub of salt and pepper - that's it - then rides the heat of oak and cherry until the bark is black and the inside is the color of a sunset. Pulled pork, burnt ends, smoked turkey, dry-rub wings, five-cheese mac, collard greens with smoked turkey, and that brisket chili folks keep talking about - it's all built the same way. Hand-rubbed. Patient. Honest.
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Overheard on the sidewalk ~

Word on Broadway.

4.5 based on 3,846 ratings

We loved everything we had at Lucius Q. Two orders of the Pitmaster including brisket, pulled pork and sausage — all superb. The brisket chili fries were so good I didn't want to share.

- Jennifer M.

You gotta stop in here if you're in Cincinnati! Excellent BBQ & cheap beers! There is always sports on & live music on the weekends! The pork belly melts in your mouth!

- Dave R.

I've never written a review so fast! Just finished the best brisket sandwich with the best BBQ sauce I've ever had. Brisket melted in my mouth!

- Sarah K.
Find the smoke ~

Two Pits, One City.

PIT No. 01

Lucius Q

~ Pendleton ~
1131 Broadway StreetCincinnati, OH 45202
(513) 421-4227
  • Sunday12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
  • Monday11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
  • Tuesday11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
  • Wednesday11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
  • Thursday11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
  • Friday11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
  • Saturday11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
PIT No. 02

Lucius Q - At Factory 52

~ Park Avenue ~
2750 Park AveCincinnati, OH 45206
(513) 421-4227
  • Sunday11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
  • Monday11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
  • Tuesday11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
  • Wednesday11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
  • Thursday11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
  • Friday11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
  • Saturday11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Around the smoker ~

Pit Talk.

  • What meals do you serve?
    Lucius Q serves bold American BBQ cuisine perfect for casual dining, family meals, and group gatherings in Cincinnati. Start with crowd-pleasing BBQ Nachos loaded with pulled pork or chicken, queso, diced tomatoes, sour cream, scallions, and mild Lucius BBQ sauce. Comfort food favorites like Chili Cheese Fries smothered in brisket chili and cheese sauce are a must-try. For a hearty BBQ feast, explore the Pitmaster Platter or Chef's Sampler, both featuring your choice of proteins and sides. Classic BBQ sandwich lovers will enjoy the Sandwich & Side, a satisfying American BBQ staple.
  • Do you offer delivery or takeout?
    Yes, Lucius Q offers both delivery and pickup. Order conveniently online or by phone.
  • Where are you located?
    Lucius Q is located at 1131 Broadway St, Cincinnati, OH 45202.
  • What areas do you serve?
    Lucius Q proudly serves Downtown Cincinnati, Over-the-Rhine, East End, Pendleton, Walnut Hills, Mount Auburn, Queensgate, West End, Covington, and Newport. Whether you're nearby or across the city, enjoy authentic American BBQ delivered fresh to your door.
Pull up a chair ~

Holler at Us.

1131 Broadway Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202

(513) 421-4227

Open 7 days · Lunch & Dinner

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~ Low. Slow. Lucius. ~
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