A "must-stop" place when in Ripon! We love ordering take-out from J's everytime we're in Ripon. We joke that it's the reason we make the drive from the Twin Cities. We like their Classic Loaded "bowls". You select a base of fries, corn, chips, or mac n cheese. Next you select a protein and top it with any of their sides. Mac n cheese, bbq pork, and baked beans is my go-to order. We've only ever ordered out so can't speak to the interior of the restaurant. Check out their Sauce shop too!

Price for the quantity and quality was spot on! J's BBQ did not disappoint. While the entrance to the restaurant was a tad confusing to locate, the industrial/rustic vibe, was to be expected for a Texas inspired BBQ. Greeted by staff immediately upon entry, our host/server explained the specials on the chalkboard and showed us the full menus on the wall. You order at the counter right when you walk in and seat yourself in a larger than expected seating area. J's has a decent canned beverage selection for adults and kids alike. Free self serve water and utensils were a plus. The wait was relatively short and the food was perfectly hot. Pictures is my variation of the Classic Loaded Options. Hand cut fries, brisket, topped with fried okra, and the BEST cheese sauce. Portions were large enough that I had some left over for dinner. I'll be stopping again soon!

Award Winning Brisket! I just wanted to leave that there...unadorned by other words. Like the brisket, that statement needs no sauce or words around it. I lived in KC for awhile, know a number of entrants in the American Royal, the Premier Barbecue Competition in the US, and Jen and Susan's brisket stands shoulder to shoulder with the best I've tasted. What sets their brisket apart, for me, is the crispy, crackly sweetness of a caramelized brown sugar bark touched with a bit of cayenne spiciness. It is so damn good, I told Jen I need to amend my own cooks to try to replicate this food porn at home! As for the chefs, the BBQ Professionals, Jen and Susan, what wonderful people! Admittedly, I only met Jen in person, but I'm certain her kindness and love of BBQ is only complimented by Susan's! I've been coming to Ripon for work for a year, and was waiting for them to reopen the storefront. Now that it's back open, I'm sure to stop every time I am in town. Last thing - the sides are pretty awesome too. Beans have great bits of brisket, slaw is spicy good, Mac N Cheese is dripping with heart clogging goodness! But, for me, it is all about the Brisket, the Bark, and the BBQ Pitmasters running the show. Susan and Jen - you really have to take this stuff to a competition!

Food is so delicious, brisket is perfect I will be back my family and I love this spot. Yummy yummy the brisket is the Best will be back.

Good food and comfy Downtown Ripon? Cooler than you think. Ripon is a cool little town with a lot of choices. Try it on a date night.

Best sweet potato fries and brisket around! Love it here!

Setup: I grew up in pork BBQ heaven in NC, lived in Texas for a couple years, and have lived in Nashville for 18 years. This is the best brisket I've ever eaten in my life. Just perfect. The sides are great, the taco I tried was fantastic, and the service is awesome. The fish was also good. All of us were super satisfied with our food and we will be back if we ever return to this area. Five stars+. Don't miss this place if you're within driving distance.

Was driving through Ripon and didn't want the normal drive-through garbage. A quick drive down "downtown" Ripon ended with finding J's BBQ. J's is a great sized joint with a few different dining rooms available. Ordering is at a counter in the middle section of seating. They have a pretty nice selection of BBQ brisket or pork. I decided to change things up and get some Wings! They were absolutely fantastic with the Jerk sauce. I had a nice side of Mac & Cheese too and a can of Coke. Everything was great. If you're in Ripon and looking for a great place to eat, give J's BBQ a try.

Can't say enough about AJ's BBQ! The food is off the charts delicious, the staff is friendly and helpful and the owners AMAZING! We stopped in for dinner before a concert in the park across the street. Our party of three had never been here before. We were directed where to wait in line to place our order. The menus are on large boards on the walls. They are easy to see and read. The line moved quickly as people placed their orders and found seating. We held our place in line while one of our party visited the bar for drinks. We ordered the sampler platter which easily fed two hungry guys and me. We had chicken wings, ribs, pulled chicken, shrimp and brisket. Brisket! The best brisket I've ever eaten, and I love brisket!! The smoke was perfect but the real winner was the crust. It had a brown sugar pepper crust which was phenomenal! As we sat outside enjoying our meal and listening to the concert across the street the owner came to check on us. She was kind, friendly and just so nice. We didn't even know she was the owner until much later. I recommend everyone come and check out J's BBQ. It will be well worth it.