Beloved Columbus barbecue restaurant closes, citing issues with Spiderweb intersection
After 10 years of service, a beloved barbecue restaurant in Columbus has closed.
Gernard Hatcher, owner of Neicy’s BBQ, 359 23rd Ave., has announced his restaurant is closing. Hatcher posted a closure notice on the restaurant’s front door and made a Facebook post about it Tuesday.
“With heavy hearts and after a great deal of hard work, Neicy’s BBQ has decided to close its doors after 10 years of service,” the notice read. “I want to thank my customers for their support.”
Hatcher attributed the closure to declining business due to construction at the Spiderweb intersection, a project designed to build a bridge over the train tracks at Buena Vista Road. The closure impacts Andrews Road, which is the main access road to Neicy’s BBQ.
Hatcher did not respond to the Ledger-Enquirer’s requests for comment.
The Neicy’s BBQ food truck still will operate, according to the closure notice. More information about its location will be posted on their Facebook page.
Also on their Facebook page, Neicy’s BBQ indicated the restaurant might reopen.
“This isn’t goodbye forever — just a pause,” the post says. “We hope to serve you again in the future once the smoke settles.”
This story was originally published October 21, 2025 at 2:34 PM.