Boathouse Barbecue is Marietta's premier barbecue restaurant, boasting over 12 awards for ribs, wings and chili. Our daily specials and happy hour are favorites for locals and out-of-town guests. Our diverse restaurant menu offers seafood, steak, burgers and more. We have one of the area's best beer selections, as well as a family-friendly menu for our younger guests.
Come by land or river! We are the only restaurant in Marietta, Ohio with a dock for boats during boating season. Dock your boat and enter our restaurant to be seated. Our large parking lot is ideal for all of our guests. We are just a few blocks away from Downtown Marietta, and conveniently located off Ohio State Route 7.
Come by land or river! We are the only restaurant in Marietta, Ohio with a dock for boats during boating season. Dock your boat and enter our restaurant to be seated. Our large parking lot is ideal for all of our guests. We are just a few blocks away from Downtown Marietta, and conveniently located off Ohio State Route 7.
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Joey Linton
Jan 21, 2022
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To start with, it's a great view while eating. The staff was very child friendly with my daughter. Not many places are like that anymore. We all enjoyed our food, but my fiance ordered the loaded wood chips, and they were hands down the best loaded fries I've ever tried. You definitely get a full stomach of delicious food and the prices are more than fair. 10/10 would recommend!
Thelonetravelercarl
Jan 16, 2022
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Robert Cleveland
Jan 03, 2022
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Christina D.
Dec 12, 2021
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Service was a bit slow, but the food was amazing. I make a meal out of the pulled pork bbq nachos. They are loaded down with pork, creamy cheese sauce, ranch and house bbq. I like to add their blueberry bourbon bbq sauce to them. It's sweet and you can taste the blueberries. I asked what all comes on them and they didn't mention the lettuce. I would minus the lettuce in future. We also ordered the Buffalo Mac n Cheese. The cheese sauce they use for the nachos is the same and the Buffalo sauce was good with bleu cheese crumbles on top. Both dishes were generous portions. This is a great
Nunya Biznes
Nov 26, 2021
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Linda H.
Oct 27, 2021
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Bruce C.
Oct 13, 2021
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I don't usually leave posts but felt the experience today was worth it. We stopped late afternoon while out riding. I have heard a lot about this restaurant from fellow bikers but wanted to check it out myself. The food was amazing and our waiter Willie (sp?) was spot on with the "Pick 3". Ribs, chicken and the amazing pulled pork, which will ensure we will be back. My wife's fish sandwich was also a hit. As you can see from the pic, it has a pretty nice view as well!.
Kevin B.
Oct 06, 2021
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We were looking for a nice restaurant on the river in Marietta and found this gem! We were immediately greeted and seated by friendly staff. Our server got us our drinks quickly and helped us decide our lunch order. My wife wanted ribs and pulled pork, while I was hungry for brisket and chicken. Our server suggested a combo pick 4 platter and an extra plate for a couple dollars saving. We also got the sweet potato fries and mac and cheese sides. When the food arrived we were amazed at the huge portions. There were 6 bones, 1/4 chicken, 3 slices of brisket and a huge portion of pulled pork. All
Constance L.
Sep 24, 2021
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Collin B.
Sep 19, 2021
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Visiting Marietta for the first time and wanted to find somewhere on the rive to eat. Not only is the view great but so is the food. We got the wood chips appetizer, pulled pork Mac and cheese and the ribs. Everything we had was great. We're only here for two days and we will be visiting again before we leave
Libby H.
Sep 13, 2021
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Sommer C.
Sep 04, 2021
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Lewis Hill
Aug 18, 2021
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Delicious and they were busy on a Friday at noon...busier when we left at 1. Waitress was very friendly and checked on us numerous times. Pulled pork dinner was great. Wife had the mac-cheese with pulled pork...that was a plate full. We will be back. Even the hostess was a sweet lil lady. Gave us a good shady spot outside.
Deb F.
Aug 18, 2021
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We had my grandsons 16th birthday at the Boathouse last night. The server (Allison) was terrific. We were a large party of 16 and she was the only waitress assigned to us! Food was phenomenal! Try the crab cakes. Lots of crab without all the filler. One downside: a glass of iced tea was $2.60! It's a little pricey but the food is great! Will eat there again.
Shannon L.
Aug 16, 2021
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This was my first time visiting this place and what a gem! The views of the Ohio River are amazing! When I got there I was told it would be a 15 minute wait, but was promptly seated before the given time.
My server Willie was the absolute best! And the food was great as well.
If you're in or around Marietta, OH you have to stop in for some of that delicious BBQ and ask for Willie
My server Willie was the absolute best! And the food was great as well.
If you're in or around Marietta, OH you have to stop in for some of that delicious BBQ and ask for Willie
Jonah V.
Aug 07, 2021
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Chip Edwards
Aug 03, 2021
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Isaac A.
Jul 20, 2021
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Boat House BBQ from Marrietta,OH and it is really good, the WoodChip fries are so good that I can't get enough of them. The cheese was so creamy, the toppings came with a flavor Combination that is out of this world.
The wingz had such flavor that blew my mind as well, you could taste the chicken and how tender it is, the mild sauce was perfect and not to much. And the blue cheese was amazing as well.
Now, I'm now a big fan or pork I more if a Chicken and Fish guy. That's why when I say this I mean it, the smoked pork was good I worldnet say the best cause I like my meat tender
The wingz had such flavor that blew my mind as well, you could taste the chicken and how tender it is, the mild sauce was perfect and not to much. And the blue cheese was amazing as well.
Now, I'm now a big fan or pork I more if a Chicken and Fish guy. That's why when I say this I mean it, the smoked pork was good I worldnet say the best cause I like my meat tender
Landon C.
Jul 13, 2021
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Boathouse bbq is good but could be great with some minor improvements. If you stick with the bbq meals, it is very good. If you order other meals, it almost feels like bar food. The view on the back patio is great on a nice summer or fall evening. If the weather is great, expect to wait. We went on a nice evening and walked up to the hostess table and the hostess talked with her coworker for more than 3 minutes before turning and asking if she could help us. Once they had a table ready, a few of the hostesses didn't know who was taking us to our table so it took another minute for them to
Kevin K.
Jun 23, 2021
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Fourth time I have ordered the wedge salad. It has been different every time. This time it is lettuce, blue cheese crumbles, half a red onion and 4 tomato cubes. The lettuce is edible,
better than last time. I miss the bacon, croutons and dressing.
Not sure what flavor the salmon add on is supposed to be. The balsamic dressing added wetness and sugar.
No one checked on us after the soda and beer; so no seconds.
No idea what this visit is going to cost. Way more than what is worth.
better than last time. I miss the bacon, croutons and dressing.
Not sure what flavor the salmon add on is supposed to be. The balsamic dressing added wetness and sugar.
No one checked on us after the soda and beer; so no seconds.
No idea what this visit is going to cost. Way more than what is worth.
Renee H.
Jun 03, 2021
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Margaret L.
May 16, 2021
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We've eaten there a few times and the ribs were pretty good but just got takeout and whoa SALTY. I think someone accidentally doubled the salt in the brine marinade. I also ordered a Cobb salad which was a disgrace. Iceberg chunks with a few tiny pieces of tomato, even tinier pieces of bacon, a dusting of bleu cheese, one boiled egg, and no avocado. Deeply unsatisfying.
We'll give it another try and eat in since it's the only bbq place in town (!?) but not beyond that.
We'll give it another try and eat in since it's the only bbq place in town (!?) but not beyond that.
Kristin S.
Jan 23, 2021
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Stopped in on way home from Ohio University. Covid precautions in place. Spacing, numbers, and plexiglass dividers all present. Staff all wore masks properly. (Many patrons were not masked in common areas.)
Food was great: Ribs, brisket, and fish and chips really good. Refills were plentiful. Server Deana was wonderful - definitely 5 stars for her! Three wait staff made sure tables were all taken care of. Only issue and why 4 not 5 stars - kerosene heaters were iffy. Had to move because one by our table wasn't working. No problem in reseating us. Bathrooms were pretty clean. It was
Food was great: Ribs, brisket, and fish and chips really good. Refills were plentiful. Server Deana was wonderful - definitely 5 stars for her! Three wait staff made sure tables were all taken care of. Only issue and why 4 not 5 stars - kerosene heaters were iffy. Had to move because one by our table wasn't working. No problem in reseating us. Bathrooms were pretty clean. It was
Ina R.
Aug 09, 2020
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