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Doc's BBQ Smoke Shack

3.6 (47 reviews)
InexpensiveBarbeque, Bars
Open • 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Casual
Good for groups
Good for kids

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Pulled pork sliders
L S.

BBQ shack, expected a bit better. Pork was luke warm, concerning but ate it. Felt and know when sent back it just gets flaming hot with a 60 second nuke in microwave. Macaroni salad was good with lots of celery, the fries were iffy. Sweet tea was blah and that should never happen. Been several times, each time due to the other spot in the plaza was lined out the door. We were only one of their two tables this night. Hang in there and get better! Not sure about the country fried steak, they are asking 19.99 for it. Dang! Hard pass. Service was quick.

Money spent last time for 5 more years.

We haven't been back since 2020 besides last week because of cold food and poor service. Last week the food was very good and fresh, and the service was good. My wife is pregnant so she did not feel like eating inside a restaurant so today June 28, 2025 we decided to do a carry out. Spent about $85 And I asked for a little bit extra barbecue sauce because let's face it, I t's a barbecue place and because it was a carry out had to charge me $.75 a cup, and I said so if I would've eaten in it would be free right she said yes you could have all the barbecue you wanted, just remember back in 2020 we had poor service and poor food and wasn't back for five years once again the food was good, but the service wasn't just because we were carrying out. Do better thanks.

The meats meal. Look at that smoke layer!
Bridget W.

Always delicious! Great service and family friendly atmosphere! Can't wait to go back!

Meat loaf platter
John K E.

We were seated around 11:30, just beating the lunchtime crowd that quickly filled the large dining area. We opted for the smoked meatloaf with sides of mashed potatoes and okra, and the Burgoo stew with pan fried cornbread. One refillable soft drink (Coke products) completed the order. The restaurant was clearly short staffed, but the service was still terrific, so the bill came to a very reasonable $28.39 + tip. Both the Burgoo and the bacon wrapped meat loaf were outstanding, with great smoky flavor and just enough heat to make both dishes distinctive. The mashed potatoes cleaned the palate nicely between bites of the meat loaf, and the cornbread complemented the Burgoo equally well. The fried okra was also a nice bite heck, even the dinner rolls were good and fresh! In short, you are going to eat well here. Highly, highly recommended.

Netra A.

I had no idea what to expect of this place. I had never been to eat in Brandenburg, but one of the nurses I know recommended this place. The gemtleman they call pops was so sweet and helpful. I had a big order and he graciously allowed us to make separate calls to place the order. He also made sure everyone's names were in their meals. We ordered ribs, chicken, burgers, fries, pulled pork and salad. Everything was great. The pulled pork was cooked well, however I thought the sauce tasted off. That's the only reason for the 4 rating. They even had this bun/biscuit rolls with cinnamon butter that I could've eaten a dozen of. It was so good. The atmosphere is chill. There's a bar and 2 tv's as well as standard seating. Everyone I encountered in the restaurant was nice and seemed like they enjoyed their jobs. I'd def go back again if in the area and need grub.

That beer tho
Bradley A.

Really, I would say I struggled with this rating for a bit. Of all the BBQ restaurants I have eaten, this is a 3 star all day long. That being said, for the Fort Knox area here in KY, it was a solid experience. Not spectacular but solid. The nachos weren't great but the fried pickles and Jalepeno peppers were pretty dang good. For dinner, I had the brisket plate and it was pretty decent. Add in the server who was nice and I say it's great for this area. Dont be afraid of their "spicey" BBQ because tbh, it wasn't spicey at all but it was good. If you're on Fort Knox, it is worth the 15 or so minute drive to have BBQ in my opinion.

Joseph E.

Really confused as to why this place only had three stars... After a stretch of not very good BBQ, I was nervous to try a place that wasn't highly rated. All do respect to those that rated this place low, but you are wrong. My colleague and I started with the smoked wings. They were excellent. (Especially with the hot bbq sauce). He got the brisket and I got the ribs. Both were fantastic. The ribs were meaty and fell off the bone pretty easily. Great with any of the sauces. The brisket was so juicy and flavorful, you didn't need sauce. Absolutely amazing. The sides were good, not great. I had the beans and the bugaloo (sp). Beans were good and I would get them again. I'd pass on the other stuff and get the sweet potato casserole. It was great. 100% recommend this place.

Docs Smokin sampler disappointing. Sides are smaller than you get on an individual meal. Not worth the price

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