After Two Decades of Smoked Meats and Fiery Food Challenges, Johnston Barbecue Shuts Down

Metro barbecue restaurant closes its doors after over 20 years in business

JOHNSTON, Iowa -- A staple barbeque joint in the metro for the past 20 years has closed its doors. Where you can find Iowa State Fair food… away from the fair Cactus Bob's BBQ Corral located in the 5900 block of Merle Hay Road in Johnston announced on Facebook Wednesday that it has closed its doors after over 20 years serving the metro. The post reads, "it is with both sadness and great pride that after over 20 years in business, Cactus Bo…

After two decades of smoked meats and fiery food challenges, Johnston barbecue shuts down

A Johnston barbecue restaurant closes after 20 years of smoked meats, spicy sauces, and a legendary food challenge featured on “Man v. Food.”