Rockwall?!? Where are you at? We have been walking past here for a couple months and finally…read moredecided to try. It's Friday night at 730 and there were 4 tables. I got nervous. Is this a sign??? No. It's no. Currently, they have beer and wine available. We ordered a beer and it was ice cold. For apps, we had half orders of the meteor bites and pickles. Both fantastic. Served with a yummy ranch and Chipotle ranch. Out fast and hot. Our server Cora was so pleasant and had such a strong desire to please. For dinner we both got the 205 plate. Two meats and two sides. For just over $20. It was a steal compared to most bbq joints. He got brisket and ribs. Both fantastic and I am not a rib girl. So tender. I got the pulled pork and chicken. Both good. But, I won't lie, his was better. Only complaint was wishing the food was just slightly warmer. For sides, creamy Mac n cheese (next time I am getting that topped with brisket), potatoe salad and Cole slaw. Zero complaints. Come on Rockwall. Show up and support a local business.

I agree with some of the reviewers that the food needs to be stepped up a notch and service was a…read morebit slow. Our server was extremely friendly and helpful with the menu. Boss lady and I came in after the lunch rush. Only three other tables had customers. I ordered the 205 Plate with (what was to be fatty, not. It was cold and dry) brisket and the spicy sausage, which was delicious! My sides were green beans (with bacon) and fried okra...both very tasty. Loved the bread roll. We asked for butter, and they brought out some real whipped butter...SCORE! She had their special flat iron steak, cooked medium rare (always!) with salad and and fries (which need to be done more). Her steak was so tender and cooked perfectly! Dessert was their sampler. With a double order of banana pudding, a bread pudding and a chocolate cake. The best thing was the bread pudding but it needs a warm sauce on it. The others were just Ok. Overall, a good meal and experience. We'll be back to try something different.

Amazing Karaoke! This place is awesome since it's on the harbor. But for the service and food. We…read moreordered wings for the app. They were pretty good. I ordered the pulled pork sandwich (I really liked) and the hatch Mac n cheese. (Was a bit thick) But good. You will need to order items a la cart. We ordered a dos Equis but pretty sure we got another beer. Because it did not taste like dos Equis. We mentioned this to the server and she was like "oh really, it may have happened bc everyone is just up there grabbing". So we go a drink we didn't order mmm ok... We just drank it. I would go back for the karaoke.

I visited Sideways while on a business trip. The brisket was alright but nothing special it was a…read morebit dry and wasn't that warm. Where this restaurant did shine was the jalapeño hot link and the chili hatch Mac & cheese. The service was a tad slow but it got the job done for dinner.

Very good chicken tenders and fries would recommend the ice cream was also very good and overall a…read morevery nice restaurant

I had a great experience the service was great , nice environment, and the food was great.read more

Driving around Texas eating BBQ on the Texas Monthly Top 50 list so we made a trip to visit Smoak…read moreTown BBQ. Smoak Town BBQ was stop #2 on our Dallas trip. I had sent a DM to the pit master about our visit and placing an order to pick up. Unfortunately they didn't have brisket at the time of our visit but everything else we got was wonderfully delicious. We picked up the Texas Trinity w/Ribs, sausage & pork belly burnt ends with 2 sides. Every thing was delicious but the ribs were the star of the plate. Thank you Smoak Town BBQ for cooking delicious food. They are currently located at a food park but will be moving into a brick and mortar.

Smoak Town BBQ I…read morestopped by Smoak Town BBQ after hearing great things -- and it definitely lived up to the hype! I ordered the one meat plate with brisket, mac & cheese, and beans. The brisket was tender, flavorful, and had that perfect smoke ring and bark you hope for in Texas barbecue. The beans were hearty and had shredded meat in them -- they were good, just a little spicier than my usual style. The mac & cheese was awesome -- creamy, cheesy, and the perfect comfort side. The barbecue sauce was spot-on too ~ rich, tangy, and full of flavor. The outdoor setup adds to the experience ~ picnic tables under a covered area, stacks of wood, and that unmistakable BBQ aroma in the air. It's got that laid-back, small-town Texas charm where everyone's just enjoying good food and good company. The lady who took our order was so sweet and welcoming -- a true example of Southern hospitality. She made the experience even better! The line wasn't long, and we didn't have to wait too long for our food -- a big plus on a busy day. They also have banana bread pudding, which I didn't get to try this time, but it's on my list for next visit. Overall, Smoak Town BBQ is a solid spot that earns its Texas Monthly Top 50 recognition. Great food, friendly service, and an authentic Texas BBQ vibe. I only give HONEST and TRUE Reviews from the Heart. Thank you for taking the time to read it & react to it.

Always great service and good food. Been twice and they are consistently excellent. Even during the…read morefreeze of January 2026 they were open while all other businesses were closed. The brisket was perfect and the sides are large. The rolls were good too.

Very friendly staff. Greeted on the way in & out. Food was…read morefairly priced for a lunch special. Nothing was over the top or fancy, just as BBQ restaurant should be. Definitely worth stopping in if you are in the area.

food is good service not so good Bar give it -1 try to order two Bloody Marry's what a disaster 1st…read moreattempted was like some kind of fruit punch ?2nd attempted was like 1/2 lemon juice and something 3rd attempted just ask for a jack & coke and wife order seven & seven waitress came back ask what in a seven & seven drink we had our drinks somewhere else

walked in on a what was going to be a busy Friday night for them. they had a table but only had it…read moreavailable for 1.5 hours, No Problem we will be out in 1 :-) . ordered the pigs in a blanket, they were just Ok. the shrimp tacos and fish and chips and both of those were amazing! our server brought over a sample of Strawberry Margarita to try and that was great too. you can tell its a quality restaurant and has a robust and lively clientele. Love it because its a good restaurant that is very close to where we live! Cheers!

Food is ok but always stale or dried out buns and prices steadily increasing with less food. Small…read morecontainers for thier sides. Ribs were dry and to salty. So many better barbecue restaurants than here, just have to drive little longer.

Fast friendly service. Great food and ambience. The manager owner was great and accommodating…read more Portions are large and it's worth the money.

I love their food but unfortunately they no longer operate the food truck. They have been blessed…read morewith opening a brick & mortar location but it's out of my way so it was great while it lasted.

Briscuit so dry it had calluses. Similar to beef jerky less flavor and not really any smoke. You…read moreNEED the bbq sauce to eat it. The ribs were a bit better, more flavorful on the spicy side. Hard pass on baked beans and potatoe salad. Definitely a place I wouldn't order on uber eats. You need to be present to make sure they are giving you quality food.

I LOVE me some Joe Willy's! It starts with the smile as soon as you walk in! Whoever is at the…read morecounter is always smiling and ready to help! I love their chicken tender meal with the home made fries!! Their burgers are always good as well. Their fix-ins bar reminds me of Fuddrucker's back in its prime. They have two different kinds of pickles!! They have home made gravy, Ranch & Hickory BBQ Sauce. everything from their cool ambiance they have going on. It's retro and community driven. They have the tub of a variety of flavored cane soda bottles In ice. I have yet to try dessert there but they have an ice cream bar and have retro candy that will take you back to the 80's. They have fundraisers and their walls are literally covered with pictures of their community throughout the years. And they might have a local team of some random in season sport helping learn how to serve. It's all just awesome and they're a true Rockwall gem!

The food was very delicious! I love that you can put your on toppings from a bar, a good amount of…read morevariety. It was under $40 for 2 of us. The joe Willy 1/3 lb burger was just right with bacon added. Reasonably busy for a Sunday after church, a good amount of seating & you're not cramped.

We had a great late lunch here on a Friday afternoon. Our server was super sweet and made great…read moresuggestions on beer and food options. The build-your-own burger I made (blt, mayo, and added avocado spread) was FANTASTIC!! The fries were a hit. Sweet potato and plain were both the most amazing addition to their burgers. Loved the spicy and regular ranch! Okay now to the margarita. Strong and tasted pretty good. My husband enjoyed the beer options (purple haze and dark matter). My only beef with the harbor is the parking. I don't feel the infrastructure here is set up for this much volume of stores and customers. Of course this isn't the restaurants' fault.

My wife and I don't eat burgers often, but when we do, we go straight to Rodeo Goat--any location,…read morereally, because they're all excellent. What makes the Rockwall spot stand out is its incredible outdoor patio, complete with swinging tables and chairs and a beautiful view of the lake. It's one of the best patios around. The burgers themselves are wonderfully creative, often featuring unexpected ingredients--like strawberry compote. On a burger? Absolutely. And it works. I can be a pretty picky eater, but at Rodeo Goat I've learned to trust the menu. Order it the way the chef intended, and you'll be glad you did. You can't go wrong with any Rodeo Goat, but the Rockwall location is especially worth the visit for the views and the outstanding burgers. You won't be disappointed.