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    Noble Smoke

    4.2 (818 reviews)
    ModerateBarbeque
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Pineapple cider
    Mark S.

    We went to Noble Smoke and had some incredible Carolina style bbq! We sat at the bar and the place was packed at lunch time! We heard a lot of great things about Noble Smoke so we grabbed a litte of everything. The brisket was so juicy, the chicken was delicious, the pulled pork was a little on the dry side but still tasty, and the mac n cheese was homestyle but not too cheesy. Only thing I would change is the sauce is a little on the watery side for our liking but the meat was high quality and delicious

    Primrose hill cocktail
    Jazz A.

    If you are looking for some souther barbecue in Charlotte look no further this is the place to be ! Noble smoke on freedom drive has plenty of seating indoor and outside ! With an outdoor bar area too ! We ordered a few different food options to try a little of everything ! First I ordered the primrose hill cocktail which contained gin, Prosecco, lavender, lemon and st Germain . And it was amazing the perfect blend of all flavours no to strong not to lavendery and not to lemony which is very important and difficult to do so huge shout out to the bartender !! Their service was great ! everyone was so nice and friendly , service with a smile ! Next we ordered 1/4 of the smoked chicken , pulled pork , brisket , homemade sausage , with a side of Mac and cheese and Brussels sprouts ! I must say the Mac and cheese and Brussels sprouts were the perfect sides to go with the food ! Both were amazing and highly recommend !! And the Brussels sprouts were roasted and served with a chipotle type aioli which was amazing ! The brisket and the homemade sausage was my top favourites ! The brisket was sooo tender ( easily sliced with a fork ) absolutely amazing and didn't need any extra sauce. Same with the sausage and chicken both cooked perfectly ! The pulled pork was a little too dry for me .. but paired well with the sauces. The barbecue sauces are vinegar based ( makes them thinner . I do personally prefer a thicker base ... but regardless good flavours) Overall highly recommend ! Good drinks ! Good food ! Good service and good atmosphere! Overall 4.5 /5 Will definitely be back

    The Pit!
    Richard C.

    Great fusion of NC pork and TX brisket with three kinds of sauces to suit your tastes. I came at the end of the lunch rush and service was fast, which was good because I was starving. Plenty of seating inside and outside. Nice big, modern, upscale BBQ joint!

    Melissa W.

    If you are in Charlotte and love or for some reason haven't tried Carolina-style pork or Texas-style brisket, you are in for a treat! The biggest issue you will have is trying to figure out what to order because it is all delicious! Noble Smoke was a perfect spot for a surprise party. Their spacious event space is down a side hallway that conveniently hides your 50+ guests until you walk through the door. This open and airy restaurant is in an old building that was once a garage for tractor-trailers used by A&P supermarkets. While we were waiting on the food to be served, we tried their delicious pimento cheese served with toasted rye. The bread was crunchy but had a bit of a stale after taste. Thankfully, the bread was just a vessel for more pimento cheese. We also their had housemade sausage that had a tiny bit of heat (maybe jalapeños?) and deviled eggs. All tasty finger foods to keep us occupied while we were waiting on the rest of dinner to arrive. When the food arrived, everything was served in white dutch ovens which looked very nice. We were fortunate that this party was our introduction to their menu because we had a chance to try just about every smoked meat on the menu from the super tender Creekstone Prime beef brisket, Cheshire pork ribs where the meat just falls right off the bone, chopped Cheshire pork, and pulled BBQ chicken. Every meat was flavorful and tender. The brisket was definitely my favorite. They had 3 BBQ sauces: Lex Sauce (vinegar based), Smoke Sauce (sweet and tangy), and Sauce 19 (ground mustard, citrus, sweet heat). I liked them all but Sauce 19 is at the top of my list. Of all the sides, I went back for seconds on the Miss Mary's tangy, sweet, and tender collards and their baked macaroni and cheese. Good news if you are not sure if you like the Eastern style, creamy mayo based white slaw or the Western style tangy, vinegar based red slaw? They have both and both were very good! We also tried the Margaux's succotash which had a nice flavor and the Anson Mills hushpuppies. I think I would have liked the pups better if I had dipped them in their sauces but honestly, with having the option to try all of these delicious dishes at once, I would not have enough room to eat more than one! The next time we are in the area, we definitely plan to try their pickled shrimp and fried orka! Overall, Nobles was an awesome choice to host a big party. Everyone loved the food and the venue.

    Brisket, smoked chicken wings, collard greens, smoked turkey, field peas, macaroni and cheese, pickled beets, fried okra.
    Roicia B.

    No! This is not thanksgiving although we ate like it was! We couldn't decide what to get so we ordered it all! There are so many great things to say about this place but the main thing is we love that it's consistent! We love that we can bring people here who come to visit and it's a great experience just like our last one! The food did not disappoint and my favorite is-- all of it! Each protein really has its own unique flavors and I can't say that I'd prefer the tender brisket over the smoked turkey! The sides were amazing and I don't know what y'all do to them field peas but keep doing it! If you're looking for BBQ that feels and tastes like home look no further! The customer service is always exceptional as well!

    Cheshire pork sandwich
    Abel R.

    This was an excellent BBQ spot with a great selection of local beers on tap. Our waiter was fast and attentive. The food was absolutely delicious. I ordered the chopped Cheshire pork sandwich. Easily some of the best BBQ I've had in a while. The baked mac and cheese was especially creamy, rich, and full of flavor. To top it off, I had the Heath banana pudding for dessert. It was the perfect sweet finish to an already great meal. Overall, this place is hands down one of the best BBQ spots I've been to. I would definitely come back and highly recommend it.

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    Raymond C.

    Delicious BBQ spot with good local beers on tap and fast service. Went here with coworkers and we tried all the meats. Really enjoyed the brisket, sausage and turkey -- all three were exceptional! Onion rings were exceptional too. Also notable was how fast the food arrived. Restaurant is beautiful and lots of space. I would go back here and take friends.

    Shay N.

    Noble Smokehouse absolutely delivered and is hands down some of the best BBQ we have had. From the moment we sat down our server made the experience even better. They were personable, attentive, and clearly knew the menu well. The atmosphere is perfect for a casual night out with TVs everywhere for football, plenty of space so you are not packed in, and a great outdoor area if you want to enjoy the fresh air. We ordered a spread to share family style with mac and cheese, fries, brisket, wings, and a burger. Everything comes a la carte which makes it easy to mix and match. Every single dish hit the mark. The brisket was melt in your mouth, the wings had great flavor, the burger was juicy, and the mac and cheese was pure comfort food done right. If you are looking for top notch BBQ in a fun and relaxed setting Noble Smokehouse should be on your list. We will definitely be back.

    Pan-fried Corn
    Ian N.

    Beef Rib (5/5): On special. Very juicy and beefy but a little too fatty and a little too salty. Pan-fried Corn (4/5): Tasted like canned sweet corn doused in butter which is exactly what I was hoping for. Pimento Cheese (4/5): The toast was fantastic. The pimento cheese was just ok. Not creamy enough or tangy enough. Brussel Sprouts (3/5): Not much seasoning on the brussels and the sauce wasn't anything special. Fried Okra (3/5): Nicely fried with not too much batter. I'm just not a huge fan of okra. RATING SYSTEM 5 - Great (Need to get this again) 4 - Good (Would get this again) 3 - Ok (Might give this another shot) 2 - Not Good (Won't get this again) 1 - Bad (Telling people to avoid this)

    Brisket, sausage, green beans
    Don L.

    I start all my BBQ reviews by stating I live just down the road from the Center of the BBQ Universe, Lockhart, TX. I believe this gives me insight into what good Que can taste like. I only got the brisket and spicy sausage, because I couldn't finish a 3rd meat. The sausage was tasty, but simply too tough. The outer casing was very robust (to put it mildly). the brisket started off tasty, but was just a little dry and not as tender as I am accustomed to. I noticed the bar had many pictures from the owner's travel to various BBQ sites around the area including some from Texas. I have eaten at Blacks and Smitty's, both from Lockhart, TX, and those are some of the best tasting samples I have every tried. I'll try the ribs next time or I may try Midwood, they were good last time I was in town.

    Brussel sprouts
    Amanda K.

    Ample parking. Tons of seating inside. Location in Freemore West is great for an uptown / Southend lunch break or date night. Our server was okay, not great but okay. Food was good.

    Beed Brisket
    Darius M.

    These were hands down the best fried okra I've ever had. They were not overly breaded and had great flavor. The brisket was tender and very juicy. The crust was decent but I normally like a bit more salt peppery tasting crust. The spare ribs were good as well. Decent flavor and not too tender which is what I love. The fried corn and slaw were also good. I'd definitely come back to this place. The service was friendly and very helpful. The atmosphere was interesting. The space has high ceilings and a nice bar. I saw an outside seating.

    Rib special
    Rose S.

    This space is huge. It is dog friendly outside tables. There is plenty of room and never have had any type of wait time. The shrimp appetizer is a no-no. It starts with lemon and ends with licorice or anise. Ate it cause well who lets shrimp go to waste but no no no. The rib special was not worth the $43. There wasn't as much meat as expected. The flavors were there, the meat wasn't. The creamed corn seemed like standard pan fried corn. The onion rings always hitting can never get enough. Loved the hush puppies and only place we get collards. Always solid offerings at Noble.

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    Does Smoke serve beer or ciders?

    I know they have beer but not sure about cider.

    Do they allow dogs, either inside, outside, or both?

    Outside, dogs ok.

    Do they take reservations?

    Yes. Reservations are highly recommended

    I was in NC a couple of weeks ago and I ate at Noble for the first time. i ate my very first brussel sprout while there. Lord Have Mercy! I want more. I live in South Florida so i'm asking if anyone knows how they cook them? Specifically the sauce

    Not sure if this is exact but in this area most brussel sprouts are tossed in salt and pepper and olive oil in a 400 oven. Toss them around until they are beautifully charred. Remove from oven and toss a balsamic reduction/glaze on them.

    In the heat ( very hot) condition meaning weather how safe are they these places that serve?

    If I understand your question, I would say that the food is quite safe, as are customers. While there is outside seating, most tables are inside in the air conditioning.

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