El Buen Taco
El Buen Taco: From Food Truck Favorite to Local Staple đźđđ„ Some of the best Mexican food in the Miami Valley comes straight from a food truckâand El Buen Taco…
El Buen Taco: From Food Truck Favorite to Local Staple đźđđ„ Some of the best Mexican food in the Miami Valley comes straight from a food truckâand El Buen Taco…
Brentâs Smokinâ Butts & Grill Middletown OH Brentâs Smokinâ Butts and Grill in Middletown sits on a spot that means a lot to me personally. Growing up just a few blocks away, I spent many summer mornings at the little yellow building that once stood thereâthe Sunshine CafĂ©. When I was around ten, my best friend Amy and I would walk over with coins and small bills in hand and order eggs and toast like we were two little adults. Iâm sure the waitresses thought we were adorable, and looking back, those simple breakfasts became some of my favorite childhood memories. Sadly, the Sunshine CafĂ© was lost to a fire. A new building took its place, and while I canât remember what opened there at first, I recently returned to the spotânow home to Brentâs Smokinâ Butts and Grill. The moment I pulled into the parking lot, all of those memories came rushing back. It felt full circle in the best way, and the food? Just as comforting. A Local Favorite with Big Flavor Located at 640 N University Blvd in Middletown, OH, Brentâs is family-owned and full of personality. What started as a small food truck has grown into a full-service restaurant that still feels friendly and down-to-earth. You donât just get food hereâyou get hospitality, community, and a whole lot of smoky, saucy goodness. Whatâs Cooking at Brentâs? Brentâs menu is all about comfort and crave-worthy flavor. They slow-smoke everything fresh and prep their sides in-house, so every bite feels homemade. Hereâs what stood out during our visit: Pulled Pork Sandwich â Piled high, tender, and smoky. A classic done right. Beef Brisket â Juicy and full of that rich bark BBQ lovers dream about. Jalapeño Cheddar Sausage â Spicy, cheesy, and packed with bold flavor. Corn Pudding + Mac & Cheese â The sides arenât afterthoughts hereâtheyâre stars in their own right. Fried Red Potatoes â Crispy outside, fluffy inside. The perfect BBQ companion. They also do Pork Belly Burnt Ends on weekendsâand let me tell you, theyâre worth the drive alone. Friendly Faces, Real Hospitality What I love most about Brentâs (besides the food) is the atmosphere. Itâs casual, but you can feel how much the team cares about what theyâre doing. Itâs the kind of place where you can walk in once and feel like a regular. Youâll likely be greeted by name on your second visit. Perfect for Families, Events, and Takeout Brentâs isnât just for dine-in. Their catering menu makes them a go-to for weddings, graduation parties, corporate events, and tailgates. Whether you need a small tray of pulled pork or enough food to feed a football team, theyâve got you covered. And yes, they still run their food truck, so keep an eye out at events around the Miami Valley! Plan Your Visit Brentâs Smokinâ Butts & Grill is a must-visit in Middletown. Whether youâre a longtime local like me or just passing through, this spot brings together great food, welcoming people, and a little slice of history. For me, it brought back memories of childhood breakfastsâand added a whole new layer of appreciation with every bite. đ Address: 640 N University Blvd, Middletown, OH 45042đ Phone: (513) 464-9199â° Hours: MondayâSaturday:…