Proof, 2258 Professor Ave., Cleveland, 216-583-0551 A sturdy Southern Pride smoker planted on the rear patio turns out meats like brisket, pulled pork, pork belly and chicken, all slow-smoked over fruit wood. In true smokehouse fashion, those items are sold by the pound and half-pound and paired with pickles, onions, cornbread and a choice of sides. But those foods also arrive in the form of nachos, steamed buns, tacos and sandwiches. And there’s no better place to enjoy some BBQ than on a patio, which Proof has out back. Photo via Proof Credit: Courtesy Photo

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This article appears in Mar 13-26, 2024.

Vince Grzegorek has been with Scene since 2007 and editor-in-chief since 2012. He previously worked at Discount Drug Mart and Texas Roadhouse.