Ohio's Lively Hocking Hills Restaurant And Bar Has Spacious Outdoor Eating And 'Cheeseburger In Paradise' Vibes

You know a burger joint is worth the hype when it gets rave reviews without even having an official website. JimBo's Burgers and Beer in Hocking Hills, Ohio, is a roadside gem travelers are thrilled to discover, and it's earned above a four-star average on Google. OhioTraveler.com says that JimBo's is where you can have a "cheeseburger in paradise," especially if you're cruising through on your motorcycle. It's an hour's drive south of Columbus, and the trick is to spot the large sign before driving past it.

The area is known for its scenic trails in the enchanting Hocking Hills State Park, and park-goers can fuel up at JimBo's just minutes away from the entrance. Then, they can experience the incredible waterfalls along Grandma Gatewood Trail, walking by dramatic caves, such as Old Man's Cave and Ash Cave, before exploring other local spots such as the enchanting city of Logan full of Midwest charm.

The joint attracts hikers and motorcyclists alike. With a spacious patio to line up a team of Harleys, the eatery's traditional, grungy sports bar aesthetic charms riders in search of an ice-cold beer. They can kick back on plush, black leather barstools at this off-the-beaten path watering hole and blow off steam with their fellow motorcycle club. The spot has an all-wood interior and neon beer-brand signs to decorate the walls, giving a traditional biker vibe that rivals its outdoor patio space. Outside, you can sit at picnic tables under an awning in the shade, rock out to live music, and laugh with friends while digging into a juicy cheeseburger. It's the kind of place where hikers and bikers come together over flavor-packed food in a welcoming spot that feels like home.

JimBo's Burgers and Beer's exterior has a family cookout vibe with a picket fence, hanging lights, and an American flag blowing in the wind. Guests can slide onto picnic table benches and get to know each other over a simple yet diverse menu. Customers clink cold beers over creamy potato salad, onion rings, and 10-ounce smash burgers, which one Google reviewer called "huge." If beef isn't your jam, the establishment also has sandwiches with grilled chicken, pulled pork, and bologna. Besides its tender sandwiches, you can select oversized pizza pies topped with peppers, sausage, and pepperoni, making JimBo's more than just a burger joint.

Beyond the menu, guests praise the wait staff's friendliness, the clean environment, and the air-conditioned interior — even the patio has fans to cool off during Ohio's summer heat. Among Hocking Hills' stunning scenery, JimBo's serves as a communal respite for adventurers and motorcyclists before they hit the trails and the roads of South Bloomingville.

Want to discover more of Ohio's famous secret treasures? Check out our feature on Camp Washington Chili, the Buckeye State's mouth-watering hole-in-the-wall restaurant that was featured on "Man v. Food."