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Smokey Jay's BBQ

Updated 2026-08-26 · 5,770 reviewed · 176 listed · Scored from 413 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.9(413) 91 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified moderate
Traditional Smokehouse BBQCarolina-Style BBQ
Smokey Jay's BBQ
Location
Orlando
Price
moderate
Services
Traditional Smokehouse BBQ, Carolina-Style BBQ
Reviews
413
Best for
Families and regulars seeking authentic Carolina-style BBQ from a local, hands-on owner.

Core details are sourced from this business's Google Business Profile (checked 2026-08-26). Website-sourced details were fetched 2026-08-18.

What do customers say?

Smokey Jay's earned trust across 400+ reviews by delivering slow-smoked ribs that live up to the hype, brisket and pulled pork seasoned and portioned generously, and sides (greens, mac and cheese, beans) made in-house. Jay runs it hands-on, surprises diners with extras, and prices fairly for the quality and portion size.

Regulars drive from across Central Florida for the experience. The mustard-based Carolina sauce gets named specifically; the homemade pound cake closes meals well. Staff stays friendly during the rush, and the space feels genuinely family-run rather than corporate.

Praised for
  • tender, fall-off-the-bone ribs
  • juicy, flavorful brisket and pulled pork
  • authentic sides and homemade sauces
  • generous portions at fair prices
  • owner Jay is welcoming and personal
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Best for: Families and regulars seeking authentic Carolina-style BBQ from a local, hands-on owner.

What stands out?

  • Ribs fall off the bone, brisket juicy and tender
  • Carolina mustard sauce homemade and locally praised
  • Owner Jay involved, surprises diners with extras
  • Generous portions, fair pricing

Worth knowing

  • Owner Jay personally greets customers and brings complimentary sides
  • Ribs arrive so tender they fall off the bone
  • Carolina mustard-based sauce made in-house
  • Homemade pound cake for dessert
  • Smokehouse fries and loaded fries available
  • Collard greens and beans praised for quality

How it compares

  • Rated 4.9 against a 4.48 average across the 139 traditional smokehouse bbq businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 50% of the businesses in this directory.

How the score was calculated

How We Score
Star rating 92
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 75
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Contact

Address
9318 E Colonial Dr Ste A9, Orlando, FL 32817
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Last verified 2026-08-26

Opening hours

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
11:30-18:30
Thursday
11:30-18:30
Friday
11:30-18:30
Saturday
11:30-18:30
Sunday
Closed

As listed on Google.

From their website

Services listed
Slow-smoked ribsPulled pork sandwichBBQ chickenSmoked brisketSmoked sausageDine-inTakeoutCatering

As published by the business on its own website; not independently verified.

Frequently asked questions

Does Smokey Jay's do catering for events?
Yes. Their website lists event catering services. Contact them directly for menu options, party size, and pricing.
Are there vegetarian or non-meat sides?
Reviews mention collard greens, beans, mac and cheese, coleslaw, and loaded fries. Call ahead to confirm current availability and ingredients.

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Last updated 2026-08-26