The closure of Smokey Bones BBQ's Columbus location represents a loss for the local business community.

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A 25-year-old BBQ chain, Smokey Bones BBQ, has closed its sole location in Columbus proper, with the space now listed for lease. The closure marks the end of a local business that had been a part of the community for over two decades.

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Parent: Local BusinessEntity: Smokey Bones BBQImpact: negativeDate: Apr 28, 2026Target: Closure of Smokey Bones BBQ's Columbus location

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25 year-old BBQ chain shutters sole Columbus location 

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A longtime barbeque chain is no longer available in the city of Columbus proper. Smokey Bones BBQ, which was previously located at 3939 Morse Crossing, closed its doors for good in January, although the exact date is unclear. The space is now listed for lease by Global Command Real Estate Services. According to a Smokey…

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25 year-old BBQ chain shutters sole Columbus proper location
 
https://614now.com/2026/food-drink/25-year-old-bbq-chain-shutters-sole-columbus-proper-location 
 
#columbus #ohio
 
A longtime barbeque chain is no longer available in the city of Columbus proper. Smokey Bones BBQ, which was previously located at 3939 Morse Crossing, closed its doors for good in January, although the exact date is unclear. The space is now listed for sale by Global Command Real Estate Services. According to a

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#columbus#ohio