Smokey J BBQ Reviews (189)

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Overall Total Score

3.7 out of 5

Very good | 189 reviews

What P I likes about Smokey J BBQ:
Now closed, the short life span of this place is a cautionary tale for anyone wanting to open a food business. Apparently, the initial first had all rave reviews, but as time went on, (Or so I am told) reviews plummeted, and business suffered, culminating with the loss of their lease on that prime Emerson and Shattuck location where 'The Omnivore ' once operated. (The following was written when they were still open a... View all feedback.

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Jay

19.08.2023 - 15:14

pretty good Q! Burnt ends are on point! And you cant find burnt ends at most places. I recommend for the overall taste of the meat and greens. Also the brisket...

Evan

19.08.2023 - 15:14

So bomb. Can't believe I've never been here. Great staff and incredible bbq. The hot links are a treat.

19.08.2023 - 15:14

Now closed, the short life span of this place is a cautionary tale for anyone wanting to open a food business. Apparently, the initial first had all rave review...

19.08.2023 - 15:14

Pretty good. The spicy sauce was not that spicy... but that might be me. I got a ribs which were delicious. A few sides. The so-so side were potatoes because th...

Karen

19.08.2023 - 15:14

I got the 1/2 slab dinner with collards and potato salad plus a drumstick and medium BBQ sauce. All were excellent: good quality meat and other ingredients(prod...

Last update : 19.08.2023

Torrey

26.11.2017 - 10:31

J- "help me write this yelp review." L-"just write 'Five stars. BOOM.' Don't overthink it" FIVE STARS. BOOM.

Conner

26.11.2017 - 10:31

Don't waste your money. We've ordered delivery from Smokey J's twice.

Assunta

26.11.2017 - 10:31

Wish I could give zero starsThe staff was unfriendly, the place was dirty, and the food was straight up gnarly.

Last update : 26.11.2017

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