Smoke Monkey BBQ

11139 S State Hwy 205, Rockwall, TX 75032, United States

Smoke Monkey BBQ

About the Company

rating: 4.5

Categories

  • Barbecue restaurant
  • BBQ area
  • Caterer
  • Delivery service
  • Event venue
  • Family restaurant

Contact Information

Phone: +1 972-563-3723

Website: http://www.smokemonkeybbq.com/

Address: 11139 S State Hwy 205, Rockwall, TX 75032, United States

Working hours
  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: Closed
  • Wednesday: Closed
  • Thursday: 11 AM–9 PM
  • Friday: 11 AM–10 PM
  • Saturday: 11 AM–10 PM
  • Sunday: 11 AM–8 PM

Photos

Reviews

Review №1

Rating: 5

Fun place to eat.

Date: 5 days ago

Review №2

Rating: 5

Smoke Monkey BBQ - A Culinary Delight! From the moment you step into Smoke Monkey BBQ, we were greeted with the tantalizing aroma of slow-cooked meats and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. This place is a haven for BBQ lovers, and it did not disappoint! Every bite was a testament to the art of BBQ. Nicholas and the staff at Smokey Monkey BBQ were friendly and attentive, making sure we had everything we needed. I can t wait to return and indulge in more of their mouthwatering BBQ.

Date: a week ago

Review №3

Rating: 5

Date: a week ago

Review №4

Rating: 3

Good job smoke monkey. Change your hours on your website to match your hours you have posted at your store. You just missed $500 sale

Date: 3 weeks ago

Review №5

Rating: 5

Date: 3 weeks ago

Review №6

Rating: 5

The service here was really excellent for a BBQ joint. The buffet has a large selection of meats, veggies, sides, and even dessert. You can sit inside with the live band or eat outside if the weather is nice. Great place to visit!

Date: a month ago

Review №7

Rating: 5

Can t wait for the Texas Twinkies!

Date: a month ago

Review №8

Rating: 5

Great fun, music, food. Love the stuffed backed potato and the cat fish buffet and peach cobbler- I will be back

Date: a month ago

Review №9

Rating: 5

This place had mixed reviews on the quality of food, but we took the chance and gave it a try. It was 3 of us, so we tried a little of everything. Everything was good. I was with 2 bbq fans so I feel like they have high standards when it come to bbq. They were a fan. Items we got Brisket, ribs, catfish, pulled pork sandwich. Sides Salad bar was delicious, mac and cheese, corn, green beans, slaw, potato salad. There was plenty of seating, it was kind of dim/dark in the main dinning area and the radio they had kept cutting in and out which I absolutely cant stand. Still gave 5 stars because to me bbq restaurants are about the food. Parking: Gravel parking lot, not sure how it gets when its a busy day

Date: a month ago

Review №10

Rating: 4

It has been amazing here and it has been just not remarkable. Had great service and not so good. Hopefully you can hit it on the right night and have a great experience! Much more important ffuunn! Food is always good!!!

Date: a month ago

Review №11

Rating: 4

Date: a month ago

Review №12

Rating: 5

Date: a month ago

Review №13

Rating: 1

I agree with a previous review from Mr Suarez. The lady at the cash register seems to have a problem with other races. If you re not white she doesn t make you feel welcome.

Date: a month ago

Review №14

Rating: 5

Date: 2 months ago

Review №15

Rating: 5

Comfortable inside, very nice, down home people. Food is deliciously exceptional. We came from Louisiana!! Food

Date: 2 months ago

Review №16

Rating: 1

We live close by and this place had a lot of good reviews so we decided to give it a try. Boy were we in for a surprise. We waited in line for 2 families to order and they took some time to order . Didn t seem to be a problem with the lady working the cash register. When it was our turn she threw her hands in the air as if we were were taking a long time ordering food. Which we only ordered 2 plates. And she still proceeded to roll her hands in trying to hurry us up. We were the only Hispanics there and she was very comfortable doing those gestures and had a mean look. Funny enough as soon as we moved and sat down she started laughing and smiling to the next customers that were behind us. Good food . Racists cashiers.

Date: 2 months ago

Review №17

Rating: 4

Date: 2 months ago

Review №18

Rating: 5

Great food Great atmosphere great service!!! Definitely a treat

Date: 2 months ago

Review №19

Rating: 4

First time trying but the smoked chicken sandwich delicious! It was really tender and seasoned well. And the soft buttery bun took it up a few more notches . The only reasons I give 4 out 5 was because I didnt really care for the fried okra. I think if it had a little salt and wasnt fried so hard it wouldve been top notch as well. A couple other things too. Theyre pretty expensive. I mean I know bbq tends to be, but I feel like the prices were well above average prices. And lastly, the lady at the front counter wasnt too warm. She was really dry and hardly smiled but smiled at the customers who she helped before me. Take it how you want to. Overall, would definitely go again. If those couple things are worked on(aside from pricing because we know that wont change), this would be a top tier bbq spot!

Date: 2 months ago

Review №20

Rating: 4

Date: 2 months ago

Review №21

Rating: 5

Date: 2 months ago

Review №22

Rating: 5

Very generous group of people! If my tummy could smile, it would have after having that meal. First timer and I was extremely satisfied! Highly recommended establishment.

Date: 3 months ago

Review №23

Rating: 5

Date: 3 months ago

Review №24

Rating: 5

Date: 3 months ago

Review №25

Rating: 4

Date: 3 months ago

Review №26

Rating: 5

The buffet has been consistently excellent for a long stretch now. Go when its busy. The food gets cold . They could have a better warming system.

Date: 3 months ago

Review №27

Rating: 5

Family loved it and the BBQ was very Good according to my husband, it was GREAT!! Parking: The Parking area needs to be IMPROVED, AND PAVED with more space. We had to find a place to park in Grass and Gravel. The inside and the staff make up for difficult parking, YES Kid-friendliness: Family oriented and kids are welcome there.

Date: 3 months ago

Review №28

Rating: 5

Cool rustic barbeque restaurant with live music on Friday and Saturday nights. They have indoor and outdoor dining areas. Outdoor seating with the stage as the focal point with a playground setup for the kids and corn hole setups for those that wish to play. There is a conveniently located outdoor bar. Oh, and the food is great too!

Date: 3 months ago

Review №29

Rating: 2

I wanna start by saying the staff is incredible! Super nice, friendly, and kind, I can see why this place is so loved! They are limited on gluten-free options. They do offer a military discount. The reason for the food rating was because we tried the brisket, pulled pork and ribs, and all three were dry and lacked flavor. Yes, there is bbq sauce, but the meat should have a smoked flavor or some kind of flavor, for that matter, it doesnt. Dickies or smoke sessions bbq meat is better tasting flavor wise. My husband and I love supporting mom and pop places so we try alot of new places, we have moved ALOT. The service here was the best we have had in YEARS the food was a disappointment.

Date: 3 months ago

Review №30

Rating: 5

Date: 3 months ago

Review №31

Rating: 5

Date: 4 months ago

Review №32

Rating: 5

Customer service here is spot on! Thank yall Food

Date: 4 months ago

Review №33

Rating: 3

Date: 4 months ago

Review №34

Rating: 5

Date: 4 months ago

Review №35

Rating: 5

Amazing BBQ in Rockwall!! The brisket and the sausage were delicious and tasty, highly recommended

Date: 4 months ago

Review №36

Rating: 3

Date: 4 months ago

Review №37

Rating: 5

Date: 4 months ago

Review №38

Rating: 5

Date: 4 months ago

Review №39

Rating: 2

I was told there was an all you can eat bbq buffet. There was no bbq on the buffet! The chicken enchiladas were decent but ya had to wait too long for more to come out! As for service, there was none. There was only one cashier, ugggh! Atmosphere, you can tell they tried. Its too far out for the price and experience.

Date: 4 months ago

Review №40

Rating: 5

Awesome food and service

Date: 4 months ago

Review №41

Rating: 5

Date: 5 months ago

Review №42

Rating: 4

The drive, while not far is absolutely beautiful. You get the opportunity to see sky & fields for days. Service was impeccable! So friendly & warm even with all of our questions since wed never been before. Atmosphere of SMB is fun & welcoming. Truly a place to kick back, socialize, listen to live music & eat some great food. We had a family style set up of Ribs, sausage, rolls, brisket, mac-n-cheese, pecan pie, dinner rolls, fries & tea. Pros: ribs are juicy & flavorful with little fat & more meat. Absolutely wonderful! Sausage had a hint of jalapeno, great snap, juicy & tender. Dinner rolls taste fresh & warm. (You have to ask for butter though.) Mac was creamy & flavorful just a bit in the cold dude in places though. We went before the dinner rush. Semi-cons: Brisket was tender but was a little dry & lacked the flavor other items had. The pecan pie also lacked the flavors Im used to, although the best pie crust in a Texas tart style pie Ive ever had. The tea was not great. It tasted like it was a day or two old. Finally the fries had great flavor but were a tad under cooked. We really enjoyed this place and will be back. Kid-friendliness: Playground & room to run

Date: 5 months ago

Review №43

Rating: 5

Unlike any place you have been

Date: 5 months ago

Review №44

Rating: 3

Date: 5 months ago

Review №45

Rating: 5

Date: 5 months ago

Review №46

Rating: 5

The food was good and clean place the people was nice.

Date: 5 months ago

Review №47

Rating: 4

We love coming to Smoke Monkey. They have a great buffet and the staff is awesome. We love coming here when the Velvet Kings are here too! Always a blast and they have a playground for the kids too!!

Date: 5 months ago

Review №48

Rating: 4

Date: 5 months ago

Review №49

Rating: 4

Date: 5 months ago

Review №50

Rating: 5

Love this place. The food variety is crazy. Buffets are always so good. Crawfish and shrimp are true cajun authentic. Super fun atmosphere. Good place for friends to meet up, especially with kids. Live music is also great Parking: Its hard to park during large events.

Date: 5 months ago

Review №51

Rating: 5

Food is WONDERFUL and Chris is the most amazing cashier

Date: 5 months ago

Review №52

Rating: 5

Date: 5 months ago

Review №53

Rating: 5

Great vibes with the radio on perfect for an afternoon on their shaded deck or out on the lawn. Of course the food is excellent and everything on the hot bar was tasty. Loved the sweet jam pork, gumbo, and the fish was dusted with cornmeal for a light crisp. So good.

Date: 5 months ago

Review №54

Rating: 5

Date: 5 months ago

Review №55

Rating: 4

The lady that took our order was really sweet and helpful. Her and her daughter have matching tattoos which is how I can describe her. The food was good I give it 8/10. This place actually owns up to its photos because the sandwiches are HUGE!! The kids meals are perfect size and those sliders are dull of meat. I love the play area for the kids. We enjoyed this place and will be back.

Date: 5 months ago

Review №56

Rating: 5

Delicious! Everything Ive tried has been great. My personal favorite is the beans with brisket in them! Parking: Plenty of parking. Its also wheelchair accessible by a wooden ramp.

Date: 5 months ago

Review №57

Rating: 5

Good food and kid friendly

Date: 5 months ago

Review №58

Rating: 5

My dad and I stopped in for lunch. He had the catfish basket. He has some health problems that make eating difficult. The way the catfish was cooked made it very easy for him to eat. The mashed potatoes and country gravy were very good. The bread was very good. The employees were very kind and helpful. It was a great place to eat!

Date: 6 months ago

Review №59

Rating: 4

Date: 6 months ago

Review №60

Rating: 5

Great family place, very big area

Date: 6 months ago

Review №61

Rating: 5

Date: 6 months ago

Review №62

Rating: 5

Date: 6 months ago

Review №63

Rating: 5

There was a hiccup with the ticket not printing in the back and so it took a little longer to get our food, but the wonderful people there took care of us!! The food was fantastic! My boyfriend was raving about the shrimp gumbo!! The BBQ was fantastic!! We had no idea this place was there but will definitely go back!!

Date: 6 months ago

Review №64

Rating: 5

Date: 6 months ago

Review №65

Rating: 5

Door dash here. Smells great Service

Date: 6 months ago

Review №66

Rating: 4

Good bbq sammich

Date: 6 months ago

Review №67

Rating: 5

Fried fish and pork ribs were very good this visit. My daughter enjoyed the sausage, chicken and penne pasta dish. The weather was perfect. I enjoy the dining options here: indoor, outdoor, patio, and the indoor room can be opened to the outside. They have a nice area for kids to play. I have never interacted with the staff much, but they are polite and responsive in my limited experience.

Date: 6 months ago

Review №68

Rating: 4

We went last Friday night. We both got the buffet. The food was good but expensive if you re not able to eat 2-3 plates of it. The vegetables on the buffet were bell peppers with minimal zucchini and yellow squash - an overwhelming amount of peppers. Corn, pasta, mac& cheese, boiled cabbage ( my husband said this was very good) and a few other items. The catfish was good and the shrimp was also good. We didn t care for the peach dessert on the buffet. We felt lucky to find somewhere to sit inside but the band was so loud, we couldn t have any conversation. I thought the band was okay but I didn t know any of the songs they played. My husband knew some of the songs and said they were terrible. We sat upstairs and it accommodated our large group (20). There was even a pool table up there. They ve added a newer outdoor area since I visited last which looks really nice. There are tables and chairs on artificial turf and a nice play areas for the kids. Parking: They have what looks like a newly established area for parking. There was an earthquake mover there when we arrived. Previously, this establishment was lacking enough parking so hopefully this will help everyone get in.

Date: 6 months ago

Review №69

Rating: 5

Understaffed that evening but owner was taking care of everyones concerns.

Date: 7 months ago

Review №70

Rating: 3

Date: 7 months ago

Review №71

Rating: 5

Great food, great place, awesome staff.

Date: 7 months ago

Review №72

Rating: 4

Great food along with great entertainment!

Date: 7 months ago

Review №73

Rating: 5

Date: 7 months ago

Review №74

Rating: 4

Date: 7 months ago

Review №75

Rating: 5

Delicious!

Date: 7 months ago

Review №76

Rating: 4

Date: 7 months ago

Review №77

Rating: 5

Date: 7 months ago

Review №78

Rating: 5

Such a cool place! Great for families!

Date: 7 months ago

Review №79

Rating: 5

A great food/entertainment/ cruise for an evening Texas venue. The buffet is a quality blend of Cajun, Southern, and Texas delights. The bar has ample beers and does a good pour on mixed beverages. Stayed all evening as the entertainment was top-notch.

Date: 7 months ago

Review №80

Rating: 4

Delicious food. I was hoping itd be more of a sit down, wait service type place but to go is more ideal.

Date: 7 months ago

Review №81

Rating: 5

Food was great

Date: 7 months ago

Review №82

Rating: 5

Date: 8 months ago

Review №83

Rating: 5

Had our annual Old School Backhalf Banquet there. As always they treated us awesome. Great environment and great food. Thank you all for everything.

Date: 8 months ago

Review №84

Rating: 5

Best place ever!! One of our favorite places to eat catfish!! Kid-friendliness: Kid friendly place!!! Food : 5/5 |

Date: 8 months ago

Review №85

Rating: 5

Celebrating a friends birthday party! Great food and atmosphere! Kid-friendliness: Our granddaughter loved the self serve ice cream! Food : 5/5 |

Date: 8 months ago

Review №86

Rating: 4

Date: 8 months ago

Review №87

Rating: 5

Date: 8 months ago

Review №88

Rating: 5

Date: 8 months ago

Review №89

Rating: 5

Great food and place

Date: 8 months ago

Review №90

Rating: 5

First time there to celebrate a special friends birthday! The buffet was great and the catfish superb! Enjoyed the band and the atmosphere, family friendly as well!

Date: 8 months ago

Review №91

Rating: 4

Very clean and friendly. A little pricey but good BBQ.

Date: 9 months ago

Review №92

Rating: 5

Date: 9 months ago

Review №93

Rating: 5

This place is fantastic food, atmosphere and staff are all remarkable! I can not say enough good things about this place. EVERYTHING on the buffet is delicious especially the fried catfish! And the staff is the friendliest and most attentive staff I have ever met at a bbq restaurant! I highly recommend this place for lunch/dinner or even an event. They have live music indoors and out, big screen tv to watch a game and even a playground for the kids! A great place the whole family!

Date: 9 months ago

Review №94

Rating: 4

An unpretentious and earnest country BBQ place in an area quickly losing all such qualities. Straddles the line between kitschy and comfort perfectly, and delivers great portion sizes and a killer Texas red sauce.

Date: 9 months ago

Review №95

Rating: 5

Tracy is great.

Date: 9 months ago

Review №96

Rating: 5

Most BBQ places Ive been to skimp on the meat. Not Smoke Monkey. I had to pull out some of the meat so I could eat my sandwich.

Date: 9 months ago

Review №97

Rating: 5

Date: 9 months ago

Review №98

Rating: 5

Date: 10 months ago

Review №99

Rating: 2

Finally stopped in to eat lunch with my son. Optioned for the BBQ brisket sandwich. No choice in cut was given - as is at other establishments (like smoke sessions in Royse City) - so the BBQ brisket came on the choice bun - was more fat than actual meat. I can appreciate the flavor - and the crusty ends mixed in - but it would have been so much more appealing to have more meat than fat. Son had the Pulled pork - and his was much leaner than my brisket (typically - not the case when it comes to pulled pork) By the end of the day - the constant churning of fatty greasy brisket sandwich got the best of me. Really regret eating here now.

Date: 10 months ago

Review №100

Rating: 5

Great place and options. Truly recommend it. Classic texan bbq

Date: 10 months ago

Review №101

Rating: 5

Friendly people, cool environment, highly recommend smoke monkey

Date: 10 months ago

Review №102

Rating: 5

Date: 10 months ago

Review №103

Rating: 5

Date: 10 months ago

Review №104

Rating: 5

A friend took me to this place and what a pleasant surprise! The music was a little loud, but the atmosphere was lively. The food was off the charts on the buffet. Great variety and well made. The catfish was especially tasty.

Date: 10 months ago

Review №105

Rating: 5

Date: 10 months ago

Review №106

Rating: 1

Sorry. I dont eat in dangerous places. They have a sign on the door that tells maniacs they are safe to do evil. Those who know, know.

Date: 10 months ago

Review №107

Rating: 5

Great bbq. Im not a fan of the sauce, but my kids like it. The great thing is that the bbq doesnt really need sauce. It is good on its own. The buffet is great with a solid selection when we go on Sundays. We havent been during the week, but we will soon. Try and save room for the cobbler if you can!

Date: 10 months ago

Review №108

Rating: 5

Date: 10 months ago

Review №109

Rating: 5

Great atmosphere and good food. A live band was playing while we were there. Definitely awesome band. Food can be made to order or there is a buffet. Enjoyed the experience! Wheelchair accessibility: Definitely wheelchair accessible

Date: 10 months ago

Review №110

Rating: 2

First time coming here. I was honestly very disappointed, especially for the price... was told it had super good food, and maybe we just came at a bad time. But the buffet food was super cold and didnt taste the greatest. The atmosphere is nice though. I Will have to try it again and hope I have a better experience.

Date: 10 months ago

Review №111

Rating: 5

The only regret I have is not trying this place earlier. The bbq is so delicious! Sides, bbq sauce, desserts and live music all great as well. Tracy treated us so kind and everyone seemed to be enjoying themselves. We will definitely be regulars going forward. Thank you

Date: 10 months ago

Review №112

Rating: 4

We found this little hidden gem through an online search. While close enough to our house to be one of our new go-to places, it doesnt require having to get out and fight traffic in either Rockwall or Forney. It doesnt look like much fun the outside, but the people who work there (I think may be the owners, based upon our experience) were pleasant, friendly and welcoming. Texas hospitality shows up here. The food was tasty, hot and fresh. We will be back.

Date: 10 months ago

Review №113

Rating: 4

Date: 10 months ago

Review №114

Rating: 5

Date: 11 months ago

Review №115

Rating: 5

Date: 11 months ago

Review №116

Rating: 5

Great people.

Date: 11 months ago

Review №117

Rating: 5

Date: 11 months ago

Review №118

Rating: 3

Great atmosphere and a very cool venue. However, I cannot excuse the food it came to me cold and dry like it had just been taken out of the fridge with no seasoning or flavor. It s a very cool place but the food has got to get better before I come back and spend $25 on a plate

Date: 11 months ago

Review №119

Rating: 2

We attended as a group of neighbors on 10/22/23 after 6pm. Food: they were out of ribs, brisket and chicken - one of my neighbors is Jewish, so think about that for a second. Pulled pork was salty, maybe it was the remaining amounts for the night. Although, 4 other families arrived after we did and ended up leaving, going elsewhere. Service: nothing to boast about. The cashier could have done a better job of informing us of the additional foods. We saw wings on the menu, but it didnt sound like the chef was up to the task. Atmosphere: probably a good strength due to the location and availability for space. We are down the road and first went 8 years ago and never returned as the food was not impressive. We went last night as it was previously suggested by the other neighbors. Honestly, you make your own assumptions, but for the amount of money we paid, it really isnt worth the time to go there. Dont know if they ever had a change in ownership. BTW - an employee or chef was smelling the food or sauces (I couldnt see clearly), and that gesture put a bad sense of feeling for what I was about to eat. Man, if youre gonna do that, do it where customers cant see you!!! Im all about supporting local businesses, but this type of business ethics will ruin your clientele.

Date: 11 months ago

Review №120

Rating: 5

Great food, amazing and friendly staff, welcoming atmosphere. Our first time here and Monroe showed us around and made us feel right at home. I love the fenced in outdoor space and the playground. The live music was a lovely bonus as well and made for a relaxing and fun environment. We will absolutely be back. Vegetarian options: Salad bar and other veggies available Parking: Plenty of space Kid-friendliness: Playground and fenced in Wheelchair accessibility: Ramps and accessibility is not a problem

Date: 11 months ago

Review №121

Rating: 5

The buffet is alright. Barbeque looks great but I havent sampled yet. The service is . . . well its a buffet. The real deal is they arent trying to be a five star gourmet experience. They have a huge playground for kids and its a family oriented affair with outdoor seating and a big stage. Or its great indoors too. Its a comfortable, down home place, very unpretentious. They have mostly good bands. OneHeartTown is really good.

Date: 11 months ago

Review №122

Rating: 5

Catfish is always outstanding. Its always a great time.

Date: 11 months ago

Review №123

Rating: 5

Great place for dining and have fun.

Date: 11 months ago

Review №124

Rating: 5

Absolutely Divine! The best BBQ I ve ever had, hands down. When my friend and I visited Terrell, we were determined to find Texas BBQ! We hit the jackpot at Smoke Monkey. We went back the two days we stayed in Terrell and would most certainly go back if we are ever in the area again. The meat on the ribs falls right off the bone! The brisket, pulled pork and chicken are so flavorful and it all melts in your mouth. The sides are to die for!!! We tried the coleslaw, potato salad, Mac n cheese, and waffle fries. The bread that comes with the meats was fresh and fluffy! Every bite was perfectly seasoned and every item of our meal felt homemade and crafted with the utmost care. The BBQ sauce they had on the side was tangy and sweet. I ve had Carolina style BBQ and I thought it was great but it pales in comparison to the Texas BBQ at Smoke Monkey. Not only was the meal a wonderful experience, the staff working there were welcoming and friendly! The ambiance outside the restaurant was rustic and charming! Truly an awesome experience all around! Only regret was that I didn t have any room in my belly for dessert or the fish fry buffet! There s always next time! Can t wait to go back!!

Date: 11 months ago

Review №125

Rating: 5

Date: 11 months ago

Review №126

Rating: 5

Great atmosphere!!!!! The catfish on the buffet is out of this world! Price is a little steep for the buffetbut worth it for the atmosphere. Live bands on the weekend never seem to disappoint. Kid-friendliness: There are games and a playground outside for children

Date: a year ago

Review №127

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №128

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №129

Rating: 2

The buffet is 20 nothing but the cheapest of foods on the buffet. And dont restock food in a timely manner. Have to wait forever to get more food out.

Date: a year ago

Review №130

Rating: 5

This place is a gem for being a complete hole-in-the-wall dive. Great food, excellent service, and just an overall great time along with live music!

Date: a year ago

Review №131

Rating: 5

Best bbq around here

Date: a year ago

Review №132

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №133

Rating: 5

First time there and the food was awesome

Date: a year ago

Review №134

Rating: 5

From beginning to end this was a fantastic meal, atmosphere, and venue. The management was very helpful and answered all my questions; especially since I am a non-meat eater at a meat heavy restaurant. Walking in, not only are there plenty of pic ops, but it also smells great! There is a 2nd floor that offers more privacy or a great place for a party. There is also an outdoor event center where bands come to entertain! You will undoubtedly notice the open bars of food. They have plenty of sides that do not have meat, so a non-meat eater will not starve here, that is for sure. They also have just a salad bar if you are vegan. Which is a total plus! I was with a party of four, everyone else ate meat, and loved it! I had mac n cheese, beans, mashed potatoes, mixed peppers & squash, and corn along with a salad! Yes, my eyes were much bigger than my stomach! Everything was fresh and phenomenal. There is a piano in the eatery hall, and I did confirm they offer FREE piano lessons on Thursdays at 7pm! Lastly, the staff! Every single person I met, from the management to the waitstaff and in between were SUPER NICE! It was refreshing to be able to talk to people and not feel as though you were putting them out with your questions. They were all super helpful with identifying what foods used meat and what ones did not so I could avoid a tummy issue later! Now as far as the bill...are you ready?! For my husband and I to eat it was less than $35 - for both of us! All In All; I would totally recommend this place for singles, couples, friends, and families to go enjoy food and music! Until Next Time! #KristinaWrites Vegetarian options: There are multiple meat-free options here.

Date: a year ago

Review №135

Rating: 5

Such a cool place! Loved that they had a tejano/latin rock band tonight. It was truly a great time. Had something for everyone. Buffet, beer, playground, music, and a cozy atmosphere. We will be back!

Date: a year ago

Review №136

Rating: 5

It is genuine BBQ place. Food is really good and fresh. The price is very good considering that you pay for Buffett. They have lived music Friday and Saturday nights. I have three little picky eaters and they said they would come back. That says it all!!

Date: a year ago

Review №137

Rating: 2

So much potential. If this place actually had a real bar with craft drafts it could definitely be something. Seems to be catering more towards just a buffet and a walk up bar with super expensive plastic cup drinks to go. Waste of space if you ask me.

Date: a year ago

Review №138

Rating: 4

The ribs are fantastic!!!!!

Date: a year ago

Review №139

Rating: 5

Lost for words , check it out for yourself !

Date: a year ago

Review №140

Rating: 5

Food was on point and I will definitely return

Date: a year ago

Review №141

Rating: 5

Great food, great service, great atmosphere, and top notch entertainment on weekends! I had a great time here and look forward to coming back!

Date: a year ago

Review №142

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №143

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №144

Rating: 2

New remodel is a joke and the Sunday Mexican buffet went way down hill. Not worth the new price in my opinion.

Date: a year ago

Review №145

Rating: 5

Exceptional

Date: a year ago

Review №146

Rating: 5

WOW, I LOVE IT HERE. Live music Friday and Saturday. Parking: They are currently building a huge lot out back Kid-friendliness: Fenced in Playground

Date: a year ago

Review №147

Rating: 5

The customer service was outstanding, and the product was exactly what I was looking for. I was so pleased with the service I received from this business. They went above and beyond to make my time there enjoyable. I was very impressed with the hospitality and the quality of the food I received. There food is definitely worth it price. If you haven t been here I recommend you go. The atmosphere was very laid back and comfortable. Kid-friendliness: They treated my children like their own, my four year old was asking questions and they were so patient and kind to him.

Date: a year ago

Review №148

Rating: 4

Kid-friendliness: They have a playground for kids, and kids meals come with ice cream for dessert Food

Date: a year ago

Review №149

Rating: 5

My husband and I love to have our date in smoke BBQ, best place delicious food, great music, and amazing for our great kids. Great service friendly people Kid-friendliness: Our grandkids love to go smoke monkey

Date: a year ago

Review №150

Rating: 5

We had a delicious lunch of brisket and ribs!

Date: a year ago

Review №151

Rating: 5

We had a good dinner. The BBQ was good & the buffet was very good as well. The atmosphere was nice. We ate late on the outside so the kids could play on the playground. Its a good time!

Date: a year ago

Review №152

Rating: 2

We went on a Saturday evening around 7:45pm. They had all you can eat fish buffet. The serving line had been hit hard and looked it. The line could have been cleared up and serviced. But we stayed and got fried catfish, fried shrimp and fixings. The catfish was good, picked over but good. The shrimp was cold. The sides were also hit hard, they had a large variety but everything had been hit hard and was nearly empty. It seemed like they had staff to tend to the service line but all were elsewhere. Food was subpar. When we left the line had been replenished but you could tell they had dumped hot food on top of the old instead of changing out the pans. Probably my fault for going for the special fish buffett instead of ordering BBQ, which is what they are know for. Will I go back probably not just based on how they serviced the buffet line. Kid-friendliness: They have a large outdoor play area for kids.

Date: a year ago

Review №153

Rating: 5

Very cool place. Great buffet too.

Date: a year ago

Review №154

Rating: 5

Amazing service and one of the best breads Ive ever tasted. Will be back.

Date: a year ago

Review №155

Rating: 1

Over priced bland food.

Date: a year ago

Review №156

Rating: 5

Everything is fantastic & the staff is friendly!

Date: a year ago

Review №157

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №158

Rating: 4

The shed experience is not that comfortable. Staff not visible and engaged

Date: a year ago

Review №159

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №160

Rating: 5

Excellent!

Date: a year ago

Review №161

Rating: 5

We had Smoke Monkey cater our wedding in 2020, and they were the most accommodating! Our taste test was the best experience, and their setup and professionalism at the wedding was more than we couldve ever dreamed of. Not to mention how amazing the food is! We look forward to going back every year around our anniversary!

Date: a year ago

Review №162

Rating: 2

Must have gotten a bad batch. Ordered takeout with family, multiple split orders. Our brisket was mostly all fat, with no texture or flavor. Only juicy because of all the fat. However, the one my family got looked and tasted like brisket should, but was relatively dry. Buns were also disappointing. Bad experience.

Date: a year ago

Review №163

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №164

Rating: 4

Friday all you can eat catfish was fresh, crispy and hot! Fried shrimp and all the basic veggies. (Beans,Mac n cheese, mashed potatoes,okra) Save room for the bread pudding, peach cobbler or ice cream. Try the watermelon tea! Its refreshing and delicious. We were so excited to get that hot fish, I only have one photo Friday special $18.99 ayce

Date: a year ago

Review №165

Rating: 5

This place is awesome, great food, awesome staff.... this is a home run for Eddie Dean

Date: a year ago

Review №166

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №167

Rating: 5

We were very happy with the food, atmosphere, live music, play set, and indoor and outdoor seating options. The BBQ is perfectly seasoned. We had the brisket and the sausage. Delicious. Its a gem.

Date: a year ago

Review №168

Rating: 5

First time. The food was good, not soggy. The atmosphere was very family oriented. Ill go there again. Try it.

Date: a year ago

Review №169

Rating: 2

Checked out, and found lunch wasnt it, maybe dinner?

Date: a year ago

Review №170

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №171

Rating: 5

Down home country cookin ! Did NOT disappoint!!! This is real Merica!!!

Date: a year ago

Review №172

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №173

Rating: 2

Date: a year ago

Review №174

Rating: 3

While the service is always great we re sad y all switched flavors on the crawfish usually we could put away 15lbs or more today 6/2 it s just not the same anymore which is unfortunate

Date: a year ago

Review №175

Rating: 3

Date: a year ago

Review №176

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №177

Rating: 2

The service was good. However, this is the second time I have been here, and the food was not good, and the side portions being religated to two tiny cups is not acceptable.

Date: a year ago

Review №178

Rating: 5

This place is Awesome! The service and food quality was efficient and delectable. We had our daughters graduation party and initially we were going to have it outdoors but then the catering staff/coordinator suggested to check the inside area and there was a private area on the top loft upstairs and it was perfect! Tracy was a delight and always came to check on our dishes and always asked if we needed anything, she was so sweet! Everyone loved the food and the environment. I would recommend this place anytime anyone would want to host a party! Thank you again Smoke Monkey BBQ for letting us have a memorable evening with our family. - Juliana Contreras Mejia and Nicholas Mejia Parking: There is plenty all around the restaurant Kid-friendliness: There is playgroud area for the kiddos

Date: a year ago

Review №179

Rating: 5

Their brisket is amazing with a bit of barbecue sauce. The atmosphere is perfect and the staff are friendly. Best barbecue Ive had in a long time. Kid-friendliness: Theres a big outdoor seating area with a fenced-in yard for kids to go wild in.

Date: a year ago

Review №180

Rating: 5

Mexican buffet was delicious! Employees were all helpful and friendly. Loved the music outside!

Date: a year ago

Review №181

Rating: 5

Really great place for the entire family. Foodand service are great. Playground on site for the kids. Live music for the adults. Go to place on the weekends!

Date: a year ago

Review №182

Rating: 5

Great atmosphere crawfish was perfect staff was friendly highly recommend

Date: a year ago

Review №183

Rating: 5

Fun atmosphere and great music

Date: a year ago

Review №184

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №185

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №186

Rating: 4

good food

Date: a year ago

Review №187

Rating: 4

Date: a year ago

Review №188

Rating: 3

Nice venue for music. Little bit run down but works. Brisket was a little bland compared to others but doable.

Date: a year ago

Review №189

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №190

Rating: 1

Worst BBQ Ive ever had. No flavor, everything was very bland. They were out of BBQ sauce, bread, pulled pork, and potatoes at 6pm on a Saturday night. Music was alright, playground for kids was a nice touch.

Date: a year ago

Review №191

Rating: 5

First time trying this place. I ordered a lot of food online and ended up buying butterfinger pie when I went to pick it up. The service was great and so was the food. Can t wait to come back on a Saturday night when they have live music with husband for a date night. My daughter now wants a butterfinger pie instead of a cake for her birthday!

Date: a year ago

Review №192

Rating: 4

Date: a year ago

Review №193

Rating: 4

The Mary Sue was amazing. Highly recommended

Date: a year ago

Review №194

Rating: 5

Great place to get together with friends and family. Loved being able to let the kiddos run around.

Date: a year ago

Review №195

Rating: 5

Their service was good the food was excellent

Date: a year ago

Review №196

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №197

Rating: 4

The ribs were really soft and werent chewy. Kid-friendliness: They had a whole playground for the kids to play in. Food : 4/5 |

Date: a year ago

Review №198

Rating: 5

Service was Awesome! Thank you! Staff was extremely friendly and helpful for our party of 10. Will definitely be back.

Date: a year ago

Review №199

Rating: 5

Pricey but worth it.

Date: a year ago

Review №200

Rating: 5

Went tonight and crawfish was amazing! Great vibes and lots of room for the kids to play.

Date: a year ago