Reviews


To date you have access to 1280 reviews from 5 website(s). The median rating for Smoking Jay’s BBQ is 3.5, signifying that the vast majority of its guests was satisfied with its service. Smoking Jay's is a restaurant that has received mixed reviews from customers. While some have found the food disappointing, with complaints about cold pulled pork, flavorless brisket, and bland mac and cheese, others have praised the restaurant for its good food and friendly service. The owner is commended for taking feedback to heart and striving to improve. Some diners have enjoyed the old-school atmosphere and positive attitude of Smoking Jay himself. The BBQ sauce has been singled out as a highlight, while the cornbread has received mixed reviews. Overall, it seems that Smoking Jay's is a place where you might either have an amazing meal or be left wanting more.

Overall Total Score
3.5 out of 5
Very good | 1280 reviews

Reviews from various websites

Menulist
3.6 ★ from 5 reviews
Lloyd
25.12.2017 - 11:26

Holy cowSo we're close to Kansas City, but dang!! The ribs, the ribs, the ribs.

Desiree
09.07.2022 - 08:38

I feel bad giving two stars when I previously gave 4.

Gayle
05.10.2018 - 14:43

The rating for Smoking Jay needs to come down to earthTo start, what I ate - the brisket - was not BBQMore like pot roast.

Lucas
30.03.2022 - 16:51

rib were in their mouths tasty, potato salad was creamy and tasty, sweeter tee was perfect. highly recommended to stop, service was great, made me feel like hom...

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Caroline
03.02.2023 - 13:08

it was more of 3.5 or so. the food was good. it wasn't all to write at home, but better than chain options like thickys. the brisket on the sandwich was somethi...

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Google
4.2 ★ from 1185 reviews
Che
24.03.2024 - 04:03

Was looking for she good BBQ and found Smoking Jay's. The service was excellent. The food was amazing. Pork ribs tender and falling off the bone. The sauce was...

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Nic
24.03.2024 - 04:03

The service was incredible. The gentleman who took my order and the gentleman cooking. The fried potatoes were delicious and after spending 22 years in Omaha (h...

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J
24.03.2024 - 04:03

Great food and great service from Longar. I go every where and I ll definitely be back for more.

Elijah
24.03.2024 - 04:03

Smoking Jay is the man! Good food, decent prices, fun atmosphere, has that old school feel to the place. I've eaten here, and done work for Jay as a contractor,...

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Dakota
24.03.2024 - 04:03

Amazing food I've been esting here for the last 5 years when i want some good barbecue and whennim around. Jay's brisket, potato salad and beans are amazing. An...

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Sirved
4.2 ★ from 554 reviews
Aive
29.04.2024 - 15:22

Ribs were melt in your mouth delicious, potato salad was creamy and tasty, sweet tea was perfect. Highly recommend stopping in, service was great, made me feel...

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Joshua
29.04.2024 - 15:22

It was more of a 3.5 or so. The food was good. It wasn't anything to write home about, but better than chain options like Dickeys. The brisket on the sandwich w...

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Brenda
29.04.2024 - 15:22

This place is a hit or miss. The first time we ordered food from here the bbq was delicious and moist. However the second time the bbq was more on the dry side....

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Lia
29.04.2024 - 15:22

The meat was tender and flavorful, the potatoes were on point. My only thing was the cornbread was dry, crumbly and cold. We will definitely go back when we are...

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Joe
29.04.2024 - 15:22

Food was pretty disappointing. Pulled pork was cold by the time I got it, mac and cheese was just buttered shells with shredded cheese that wasn't even melted o...

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Tripadvisor
4.1 ★ from 80 reviews
Gastroranking-US
3.0 ★ from 726 reviews

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