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Smoke & Donuts BBQ

Updated 2026-08-18 · 6,088 reviewed · 140 listed · Scored from 1,141 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.7(1141) 84 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified Publishes prices moderate
Traditional Smokehouse BBQBBQ CateringBBQ Food Truck / StandBBQ Buffet
Smoke & Donuts BBQ
Price
moderate
Services
Traditional Smokehouse BBQ, BBQ Catering, BBQ Food Truck / Stand
Reviews
1141

What recent reviews say

Smoke & Donuts has built a loyal following around its unexpected pairing of oak-smoked barbecue with fresh handmade donuts, consistently earning praise for the brisket, ribs, and pulled pork alongside warm desserts. Yet midday stockouts of donuts and brunch items, long waits, and occasional order management slip-ups frustrate repeat visitors who otherwise love the food.

Praised for
  • smoked meats quality
  • house-made donuts
  • casual, welcoming atmosphere
  • quality ingredients and flavors
Watch-outs
  • stockouts midday
  • slow service and wait times
  • order mix-ups and tracking errors
  • inconsistent quality and portions
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Best for: Families and barbecue lovers seeking casual dining with a fun, unfussy vibe.
Think twice if: Items (especially donuts and brunch) sell out within an hour of opening; service can be slow and orders have gone untracked.

Strengths

  • smoked meats with genuine slow-smoke flavor
  • handmade donuts as unexpected dessert
  • unpretentious, approachable atmosphere
  • unique barbecue and brunch concept

Worth knowing

  • Handmade donuts run out 30 minutes after brunch opening
  • Orders sometimes not logged in system
  • Turkey breast praised as standout protein
  • House-made sides carry oak-smoke flavor
  • Michelin-star recommended (per one reviewer)

What reviews say by service

Traditional Smokehouse BBQ
Brisket, ribs, pulled pork, and turkey praised for oak-smoke flavor; occasional recipe complaints about seasoning balance.
BBQ Catering
Catering menu offered but no specific catering reviews present.
BBQ Buffet
No buffet service evident in reviews or website.
BBQ Food Truck / Stand
No food truck operation evident in reviews or website.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.7 against a 4.55 average across the 70 bbq catering businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 71% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 80
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 61
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
993
4
63
3
25
2
27
1
33

Common questions

Do they run out of donuts?
Yes. Handmade donut dough runs out within 30 minutes of brunch opening, per multiple reviews.
What are the catering prices?
Their website lists three tiers: Pitmaster's Stack at $15.99 per person, Pitmaster's Spread at $19.99, and Pitmaster's Feast at $23.99.
How long is the wait?
Reviewers report 30-minute waits for small orders and general slowness, though quality of food is not blamed for delays.
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Last updated 2026-08-18