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    Burning Tree Smokehouse

    4.5 (139 reviews)
    ModerateTacos, Burgers, Barbeque
    Closed 10:30 am - 8:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Hipster
    Casual
    Good for groups

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    Chicken wings
    Dominique D.

    Sooooo delicious!! We visit Birmingham and found this spot based off reviews and they didn't disappoint. All of the food was flavorful and tasted fresh. The service was actually really good as well and everyone there was super friendly and welcoming. The restaurant is very chill and little noisey but not in a bad way. All of the sides were good (Mac and cheese , baked beans), the meat was tender (brisket, chicken and turkey), and the banana pudding was fire too

    Smoked Wings
    Tony J.

    Good smoked wings, that's all I've had. Wings were flavored nicely and very well cooked. Very very very pricey but I'd probably give them another go! I've been on a wing kick and someone recommended. 5 stars other than pricing! I would recommend a try to anyone who enjoys wings.

    Tacos and Mac....mac was ok.  Hoped it would have been better.
    Chris Y.

    What a cool spot. Great menu felt like a creative twist to BBQ. Service was fast and efficient and it was a total team approach. Tried a few things and all were great. The Fries/BBQ/Gravy did not look great but OMG was soooo good. Will be back to try some other items!

    BBQ turkey sandwich with fries, Alabama white sauce and bbq on the side.
    Shelly F.

    Great service, great service, great dine in experience! I am first timer for the Alabama white sauce and it did not disappoint. I used it to enhance the flavor of my scrumptious sandwich. The regular bbq sause was very good as well, used it for my fries. I am very satisfied with my experience. Highly suggest a visit here to Burning Tree Smokehouse.

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    Gina H.

    Great food and good service! We had brisket tacos and smoked wings. The restaurant is casual and a great vibe. There is outdoor seating available.

    Wings
    Camille F.

    Some of the BEST barbeque I've had in a (queue the Linda Ronstadt) long, long time. Burning Tree Smokehouse does great lunch business. Every time I come in here for weekday lunch, it's nearly full. The wings are fantastic, my dad got them with buffalo sauce. They have a great fry on them. I'm not a big fry person, but these came out so fresh, hot, crisp, with that perfect Lawry's flavor. I am a major fan of the brisket and pulled pork tacos. These are a must-try for people looking for Not Your Mama's BBQ. The tortillas are perfectly season, warmed, and retain their integrity as you eat the taco. They could sell ten kinds of tacos and I would try them all... just saying. Fast-casual. Order at the front, sit down with a number, and they bring it out to you. I love it here. Street parking is generally really easy, although I imagine a handicap spot might be hard to find.

    Russell G.

    This place has been on my radar for a long time. I was coming from Wildwood area and thought it was about time to stop by. The place was nice inside but I got my order to go. I decided to get a rib sandwich with collards. Glad I did. It was tasty. The ribs were tender and the collards were on point. I had several people recommend BurningTree and they were right. So glad I stopped by and my order came fast. Need to return for the tacos since I am a big taco fan.

    Brisket Burger and Baked Beans
    David E.

    After taking in a little high culture at the Birmingham Museum of Art, I decided it was time to balance things out with some real Southern fine art--barbecue. So I pointed the truck toward Burning Tree Smokehouse, and let me tell you, this was my first visit, but it sure won't be my last. The moment I cracked the door, it looked like an ant farm had exploded--in the best way possible. People everywhere. The order line backed up to the door, an overflow line just as packed, folks weaving through the crowd holding drinks like they were carrying newborn babies. Wall-to-wall humans. That kind of chaos only means one thing in the South: this place is the real deal. Customer-to-employee ratio was about ten-to-one, and the joint was buzzing with life. Even on a cool February day, folks were camped outside just to get their BBQ fix. What I loved most was the mix of people--men in full suits standing right next to folks dressed like they just came in from cutting firewood. Burning Tree makes everybody feel at home, whether you're headed to a board meeting or just hungry on a Saturday afternoon. I snagged a seat in the back, and despite the crowd, my food hit the table in about 5-8 minutes flat. The staff was friendly from start to finish, and when they slapped that brisket down, I knew I was in good hands. Birmingham already punches above its weight when it comes to food, and this city will absolutely throw the grub at you and make you wanna slap yo momma. I ordered the Brisket Burger with baked beans, and mercy. Whoever's back there tending that brisket is a bona fide pitmaster. Juicy, smoky, downright righteous. The beans? Sweet, savory, and cooked like somebody's grandma had a say in the recipe. As if that wasn't enough, Steve Perry was on the speakers singing "Don't Stop Believin'," which felt like a spiritual confirmation that I'd made the right life choices that day. Burning Tree Smokehouse isn't just a meal--it's a Birmingham experience.

    Benjamin C.

    Hadn't heard about this place, so decided to try it after finding it on a google maps search. Pretty good pulled pork plate with collard greens and fries. The plate came out first without fries, but that was because they were currently frying them. The pulled pork was a decent portion, and it had good texture and flavor. The pork temperature was a bit on the cold side, though. The collards were decent. The fries were great, as they came at hot and fresh and in a good portion (I hate when places skimp on fries). One thing that needs to change is not running out of brisket on a Friday night! I was planning to order the brisket because as a Memphian, I have not really found pulled pork shoulder and pork ribs in Birmingham that can compete with what I've grown up on. Overall, I had a good experience, quite comparable to a Rodney Scott's BBQ or Martin's BBQ.

    Lathan B.

    I tried this place for the first time since the brisket tacos came highly recommended, but I have to say they were just average. The brisket didn't taste very seasoned and was a bit dry, in my opinion. It seemed like there might have been some seasoning on the shell, but it wasn't very noticeable. The sauce on the taco was good, though I wasn't sure why it also came with extra taco sauce on the side in a cup. The service was great, and there's plenty of seating both inside and outside on the patio. The patio especially has a great vibe for watching sports

    This was called chicken on bread. The Mac and cheese was an add-on.
    Keshia C.

    The place is nice and the service was very pleasant. The chicken and the wings were good. The tacos were my favorite and the Mac has a processed taste with adding salt and pepper.

    Chips
    Gabe P.

    I'm pretty sure that my first burning tree review should have been 3 stars. I was being nice since it was new at the time. Anyway , I came here recently to try their burger, since a friend of mine loves it. I arrived after 2ish and was able to find a parking spot easily. For whatever reason- it takes forever to place your order here. I'm not sure what the issue is and seems to be constant problem. So annoying to me. I got the burger (no mayo) extra pickles and I enjoyed. It wasn't the best burger I've ever had. I really like the bun it's served on. The fries were outstanding! My dine in experience was cool. The owner went all out to get the Bama men's basketball game on, at my request. Definitely worth an extra star. I'll continue to support this establishment , as the food is solid. I can't wait to try their burger ribs next!

    Pork plate
    Sydney G.

    Stopped here at the recommendation of a friend. I got a pulled pork plate with a side of fries and collards. The collards were ok but I love the fries. We also tried the wings and the Mac and cheese and the birria taco. Everything was very tasty. I'm not a huge fan of the Alabama white bbq sauce but that's bc I'm used to sc mustard lol. It was a bit off putting to eat pork while surrounded by a bunch of pictures of cute piggies looking at me

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    Awesome Barbecue for my 60th Birthday Party. Everyone stayed the food was delicious! A must have for your bucket list!

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    Best bbq in BHM and yes the brisket tacos are the absolute bomb. Everything was great though, ribs, wings, beans.

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