I'm visiting from Los Angeles and wanted some Louisiana BBQ -- this was the spot that popped up on Yelp as number 1. It brisket, chicken and sides were delicious!!! Customer service was A-1 -- even the customers were kind! The ambiance was great! I will definitely comeback when I visit Monroe! read more

Ordered 2 barbecue quesadillas $65 got the quesadillas added jack it up to make them full of meat and did not get what ordered supposed to have been about 2 min think and supposed to have free chips and salsa with every mean our delivery driver called and said out of salsa but u can pay for chips I asked could we have extra fries or something to accommodate us and she said no I have to pay!!! read more

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I've finally found good barbecue in the Monroe area. Being from Texas, it's been a little disappointing. The brisket here is juicy and flavorful. Service is excellent thanks to Chandler and the atmosphere is great. read more

JAC's Craft Smokehouse - Brisket tacos - Smokehouse Near Me - West Monroe, Louisiana

The brisket was the tenderest and possibly the best I've had at any restaurant. The jalapeño and cheese sausage is quite tasty. The table sauces are really good. The sides don't do much for me. It's a personal preference for me, not a quality issue. The quality is solid. Service was simple, but on point. It's a great location with both indoor and outdoor dining. read more

Mm mm mm, boy do I recommend this place. All the meats and sides are a hit so I can't recommend anything over another. We ordered a variety of plates and sides and everyone enjoyed it. The large order was ready within 20 minutes of calling, pretty impressive! read more

Was visiting West Monroe for work and was suggested this place - near the center of town with plenty of Local places. The atmosphere is great for families with a large dining room. Ordered the brisket quesadilla and it was delicious! The crema on top was the best The staff were friendly and very helpful with any questions. A nice place to go for game day or family get-together read more

The food and service were outstanding! Truly enjoyed the two meat platter and the jalapeño sausage was excellent! The standout was the bread pudding! Will be back and worth the 8.5 hour drive!! read more

Jac's catered an event for us recently and they provided some absolutely delicious BBQ. We got a few of the Jac's boxes which had pulled pork, brisket, potato salad, rolls and baked beans. I do not say this lightly. It is the best BBQ I have had between here and Tallahassee, hands down. The pulled pork was tender and flavorful, the brisket was so tender it was hard to pick up and the taste was everything you could ask for in brisket. This is going to sound funny but the potato salad is one of my favorite things there. I am not sure what they do to it to give it that favor but please please please do not change it! I cannot recommend them enough. If you are in town visit this place! read more

I highly recommend JAC's Craft Smokehouse. I had a party at my house that feed about 50 people and they delivered the food with all the setups need. The food was fabulous and the service was impeccable. I would use them again for any occasion. I know that I will go to eat at their place. The brisket and barbecue chicken,rolls,potatoes salad,baked beans,string beans, barbecue sauce, and especially banana pudding was out of this world delicious. Service and delivery was amazing. Donnie L. read more

This was just the place we needed to find. We were on a 12-hour road trip back from vacation and wanted something new but also that all of the kids would eat. We stumbled across this place on Yelp, and I'm so glad we did! Not a single complaint from us or any of the kids, and we may as well have licked our plates clean! Service was friendly, the owners were so kind, and we were even blessed with some free banana pudding. Our daughters said it was the best they've ever had and asked if we could stop again when we pass through on our next vacation. We ate it so fast our pictures are only of the scraps and mid-pudding! Don't pass it up; it's amazing! read more

JAC's Craft Smokehouse - What was left of our dinner (not much) - Smokehouse Near Me - West Monroe, Louisiana

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First time here. Smells great when you walk in. Service was fast and great! The waitstaff easily accommodated our party of six oldsters. We had a variety of dishes. We were told that the ribs sell out fast and they did. Brisket nachos were wonderful. Chopped brisket and pulled pork were tender and flavorful. The ribs were excellent but on the spicy side. Raspberry glazed Brussels sprouts made a big hit. Great potato salad. The coleslaw is a vinegar based slaw - not a fan. The green beans had a great flavor but were a bit spicy for me because I don't really like much spice. New place for us to go. They have both indoor and outdoor seating. read more

Solid BBQ in Downtown Monroe. Jac's fed me on a dark and stormy night. Remember about a month ago when all those tornadoes came through? Well yours truly was in Monroe for work and the weather was awful. But it was time for dinner after a long day and I discovered Jac's on Yelp. By the time I arrived I was soaked and they were nearly out of food. They did have sausage and enough pulled pork to make some nachos on pork rinds. Both were great. I love nachos made with pork rinds even more than when chips are used. Something about the extra pork makes it even better. Service was very friendly and prompt. Will I be back? Absolutely. I hope they have brisket because I can't wait to try theirs. read more

JAC's Craft Smokehouse - Jalapeño and cheese sausage - Smokehouse Near Me - West Monroe, Louisiana

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Food and atmosphere were both excellent. Prices were also very reasonable. Would definitely eat here again. read more

JAC's Craft Smokehouse - Ribs fell off the bone - Smokehouse Near Me - West Monroe, Louisiana

Food was authentic bbq. Staff was great and easy to deal with. Atmosphere and feel of the restaurant was awesome. Everything you want in a bbq joint. I was unsure when I pulled up, because you can usually smell the smokers as soon as you are near a bbq spot. They had the rustic look and feel, so I went for it. I'm glad I did. Everything I tried was very tasty. The brisket had good bark, moisture, and flavor. The pork did as well. The beans had a unique taste, and were well done. The macaroni was tasty. Everything about the experience was super, and I would have no problem coming back again. If you are in the Monroe area, stop in and check them out. read more

JAC's Craft Smokehouse - Fried sprouts - Smokehouse Near Me - West Monroe, Louisiana

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Incredible food. Very sweet staff. Cool vibe in the restaurant too, plenty of inside and outside seating. Got the ribs, street corn, and mac & cheese. Some of the most amazing BBQ I've ever had. Sweet tea was so good too. read more

JAC's Craft Smokehouse - Ribs, street corn, mac and cheese - Smokehouse Near Me - West Monroe, Louisiana

Service is fast and friendly, ambiance is modern industrial. The food was expensive, your common plate would cost you around $30 for one person. read more

JAC's has some awesome BBQ! My husband loves the ribs! Says they are very tender and meaty. I try something different every time we go there. Everything has been very good! They are very friendly and the customer service is great! Very casual and laidback with indoor and outdoor dining. read more

Brisket quesadilla was amazing. The smoked chicken was tender and the pulled pork was great.

Great BBQ; zero complaints about the food, staff, atmosphere, or anything else about the restaurant. The biggest gripes are the prices. I know BBQ is naturally high, and this is good quality food. But I feel like having to pay extra for a drink when the most basic plates are already $15-$20 bare minimum is a little unreasonable; something as little as that would greatly boost my experience here (and the frequency of my visits). Portions aren't generous either, but it's par for the course for craft BBQ. read more

Service was okay kids to busy talking about who knows what. Food was tasty for the 4 star but my husband's portion of Brisket was big enough for a small child. Do better for the $$$ read more

Love the atmosphere. You can eat on the patio. Near Antique Alley. Food tastes great and service is friendly. read more

JAC's Craft Smokehouse - Half BBQ Nachos with pulled pork - Smokehouse Near Me - West Monroe, Louisiana

After searching Yelp for food options, we decided on JAC's. The aroma of BBQ greets you upon entry. After looking over the menu, I decided to try the brisket sandwich with Brussels sprouts. I must say that I was not disappointed. Good food, friendly service. If you're in the area, definitely add JAC to your list. read more

JAC's Craft Smokehouse - Brisket sandwich w/Brussels sprouts - Smokehouse Near Me - West Monroe, Louisiana

Top notch smoked BBQ, love the specials they have from month to month. Service is quick and friendly.

Got a 3 meat with two sides and drink, and a 1 meat with 2 sides and drink for 50 bucks. Price was fair based on the following review: Score card: (A+) Brisket was tender with great bark (A-) Beans was a hybrid recipe, meaning baked beans with ranch style flavoring (A) Potato salad : A - made with red potatoes with skins left in, heavy mustard. (B) Tasted great, dry rub, tender, and would have graded better had they been a little more fresh (A) Mac 'n Cheese: Was great with big dose of pimento B+ Rolls would have graded A+ with heat and butter. A+ Jalapeño Cheese Sausage was perfect with a great presentation. Large serving size. Tea & atmosphere: A+ read more

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I'm not from West Monroe so I'd order a bottled drink because the water there leaves a lot to be desired. Otherwise, the food is absolutely delicious, and the service is stellar. I'll definitely be returning to try something different on the menu. read more

Great smoked brisket. Mac n cheese is Legit. Everyone loved their food. Nice people, wonderful service! read more

JAC's Craft Smokehouse - a sign for jac's craft smokehouse - Smokehouse Near Me - West Monroe, Louisiana

Heck yeah go get cha a beef brisket sandwich and fries with some either sweet or spicy bbq sauce. Both sauces are delicious. read more

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Excellent bbq joint. The chopped sandwich was awesome and the atmosphere was kind and chill.

We got off the road and dropped off our bags at The Hamilton House for overnight stay. Finding ourselves famished and hearing some music just across the street we walked to JAC's. They had a local band playing under the shade of awning, cranking out a collection of oldies and newer tunes. We followed our noses and walked inside. My man-food indicater was pegged on all the smoked choices. Knowing I may never be back since road trip we ordered the whole menu (sort of). We ordered the sliced brisket, pulled pork and I was able to snag the last order of ribs! Add the fried Brussel sprouts, baked beans, Mac and Cheese with toast. Yes two people- too much food. The ribs were tasty and the dry-rub was delicious. Same for the brisket and pork. Frankly we could only eat a portion of each but took the remainder with us for later. We relaxed a bit and took in the live music then departed. I recommend JAC's when in West Monroe, LA! read more

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Found this place on here when searching for a lunch option to please multiple picky palettes of out of state visitors in town for the day. It had something everyone was excited about, and the portions were enough to carry a little bit home with us for a road trip snack later. read more

Where to begin. First time here and last. Immediately upon walking in no one greeted us or told us how things worked here. We were under the impression we would be waited on. The entire staff seemed as if the life was sucked out of them. And from someone who has worked several years in restaurants and bar (even manager) that seems to come from overbearing superiors. The food was merely edible if you have a serious appetite. For what the cost is I expected more flavor. Not to mention our draft beer tasted off. I mean they had been open for several hours and the stoppers weren't even removed from the draft dispensers. Just all around a huge let down and price tag that doesn't fit the experience or quality of food. Needless to say, we mis 2 dudes brew and Q. read more

This BBQ restaurant is located at the edge of antique alley in West Monroe. The food is outstanding, and everything we tried thus far has been wonderful. I believe the show-stopper is the chicken. The chicken is very moist and tender with an unbelievably crispy skin that crunches with every bite. All I can say is try it you'll like it. read more

JAC's Craft Smokehouse - Chicken and cheese burger - Smokehouse Near Me - West Monroe, Louisiana

Finally, a new shining star of BBQ heaven in West Monroe! Visited here for the first time today, and was thoroughly pleased. For starters, the customer service here feels very personal, but also still extremely professional. We were never left wanting for service at any time, and were always checked on to make sure that we had everything we needed. The interior of this place is beautiful! Seriously, just look at the pics. The decor pays homage to "old" Monroe/West Monroe/Cottonport, with a touch of modern flair. It gives the impression of those old time country stores but with an industrial coffee house kind of vibe. In regards to the food....well if I had eaten anymore, I would have probably had to have my wife call Plunk's to come tow me out of here. We are no strangers to smoked meats / BBQ and actually have multiple smokers (including a UDS) and use them quite often. It's very nice to find a place here locally that actually impresses us, and this restaurant does just that. The brisket served here has a great smoke ring, perfect bark, and is absolutely juicy. The brisket nachos are also a must-try, and if you are super hungry, brave, or need a LARGE app to share with the family, be sure to get the FULL order. It's a biggun'. You can also customize the nachos with a selection of meat (brisket or pulled pork) as well as sweet (or spicy) BBQ sauce drizzle, and cheese. For sides, I believe the shining star on this trip would be the Mac n' Cheese. It has a milder bite to it than others I have tried which have typically used sharp cheddar and gouda with a Bechamel sauce, but it does have a nice bit of smokiness to it. Overall, we very much look forward to coming back and trying other items on the menu! read more

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The service was great and the atmosphere was very cool. However, the bbq was fair at best. The Mac and cheese was the best item on my plate. I was really disappointed...especially with portion size. read more

JAC's Craft Smokehouse - 3-meat plate: ribs, brisket, and pulled pork - Smokehouse Near Me - West Monroe, Louisiana

Jac's catered a party for my son in law this weekend and the food was awesome! Some of the best brisket I have ever had, the chicken was moist and juicy, and they have the best ribs in town. Highly recommend them for your next gathering. read more

I had the Cuban sandwich and potato salad for lunch and it was tasty. My family seemed to enjoy as well. Food 9, Service 5, Ambiance 7 When I paid for our food, I added 15% for a tip at checkout. The cashier said add if you feel like it, or something like that. The person who brought our food was at our table for a few seconds, dropped food off and that was it. Jac's doesn't offer table service, and next time I will tip cash. Server wasn't rude, just that she didn't seem to care. If I could direct my tip, I would go to the kitchen staff! read more

Best brisket in town! Not sure how long it's smoked or what it's prepared with but it's delicious

So I have to say; from our first visit, to each and every time we come here, this place has the best of the best food!! I'm very picky about how I like my food and what I eat, and jac's has it just right!! From the ribs, to the brisket, to the chicken, all the way down to the baked beans, and even the bread! Top​ notch! The tlc put into each and every plate is superb! I will say it's a little pricy, but when you buy quality, that's what you get, is quality! The customer service is phenomenal, the catering, the environment! I only give five stars when I personalty feel it's deserved, but if I had the choice, I'd give them ten! read more

Nothing bad to say. Food was good service was ok. Definitely with the try if you're new in town or a local looking for some bbq.

Excellent!!! Wings were very tasty, crispy and not dried out! Brussel sprouts were in point ! Fries.... Everything was great! Don't forget the desserts. Banana pudding and lemon cello cake..... mmmmm read more