Myself and two friends enjoyed us some Smokestack Express today, and I have to say we were…read moreimpressed. I stopped in and picked up lunch for all of us, and everything was perfect. The brisket sandwich, ribs, chicken sandwich, mac and cheese, and baked beans were all perfectly seasoned and full of flavor. What really stood out, though, was the customer service. Justine helped me over the phone while I was trying to figure out lunch plans. I was actually headed to another restaurant when I found out halfway there that they were closed on Mondays. I had to switch gears quickly, and that's when I found Smokestack Express. Justine was extremely helpful, friendly, and patient. She made the ordering process easy and was genuinely pleasant to talk to. The food would have been enough to bring me back, but her attitude and professionalism made the experience even better. I can see why this business is successful. Great food combined with great people is a winning combination. Thanks, Smokestack Express, for saving my butt today. You've definitely gained a new customer.

Overall, good flavors but felt it was more on the dry side. Price point and quantity is a good…read moreprice point. Will back back again.

Had the pulled pork sandwich and the two-meat meal with brisket and pulled pork--everything was…read moredelicious. A wonderfully friendly lady helped me place my order, and when I mentioned that my wife needed gluten-free options, the cook (who I assume is also the owner) came out and was incredibly helpful. Good people making good food--what more can you ask for? If you need anything gluten-free, be sure to mention it when ordering. They were very accommodating. Just note that the hamburger buns are not gluten-free.

We got it to go on Friday around dinner time. Everything was great! Wife had the pulled pork…read moresandwich and not only was delicious, they were smart with the packing by putting a meat in a tub and bun separate so you didn't end up with a soggy mess (good thinking). I had smoked chicken wings and jalepeno cheese sausage and both were very very good. We both got mac and cheese and fries, which we liked. We have lived in Eagan for a long time and always wanted to try and I am glad we have tried it now. Wife picked it up and said the place was nice and clean inside and she was able to pack up our own sauces. Cost was great for how much food you get too. We will definitely be coming back!

Yum-o! I've been wanting to go here for years and saddened I've missed out on this deliciousness…read morethe whole time - the whole time! I tried the Firebox Fries with extra meat. Somehow the fries weren't mushy. This isn't something I'd normally get, but I was surprised at how good it was. I went with a group and was also able to try the coleslaw, sticky rice, and pulled pork. The meat was juicy and amazing. I love the coleslaw and even compared it to other coveted coleslaw - this is my favorite. I'm picky with bbq sauce, but their bbq sauce hit hard. They have a small parking lot - maybe 3 or 4 spots, but there is plenty of street parking. Also worth mentioning you order up front and get a number. They will bring out your food, but you will need to grab your beverage, plates/napkins, and utensils. Hands down better than any other famous and/or Dave you may know.

TLDR: This establishment has backyard bbq potluck vibes and would eat again. Huge portions. Quick…read moreand efficient customer service. Overall experience would be 4/5. Parking: The place has an onsite parking lot. However, it is very smalls prepare to park on nearby streets for free.99. Customer service: Immediately greeted. You seat yourself and then order when you're ready at the front/bar area. I had a beer and there was an issue with the tap or maybe they were out but they were swift to get it handled within minutes. It's more of a lax environment but they're quite fast to provide good customer service. To-go boxes, cutlery, water, etc is all self served at designated stations. They even offered bags as we were leaving. Very polite. Dining area: Spacious. There were not a lot of people there. Went on a Wednesday night. (Lots of people did pick up orders though) They have high top seating areas, bar seating, and regular seating. Tables were set with ketchup, salt, and their signature bbq sauce. Food: Pulled pork: Tender but dry possible due to leaness. I'm a fat lover myself but it seemed healthy compared to other pulled porks I've had or made. May have benefit from a sauce for moisture. However, I do like that it leaves you with the option of dressing it however you wish. Wonderful smoke ring. Decent amount of smoke flavor. Fries: Nothing to write home about. They're just fries. Rib tips: Fatty, tender, and possibly best meat there. Tasted like hmong pulled pork (iykyk) but smoky. Would get again. Brisket: I'm not a fan of brisket in general because it's too lean and dry. Not a lot of marbling. I tried it anyway. This brisket was on the dryer side most likely due to lack of marbling of fat. The smoke was very subtle. The bark and fat cap were great though. Very crusty, peppery bark. Fat was rendered to perfection. I don't have much reference to smoked briskets so I don't know what to compare it to unfortunately. Ribs: Had decent smoke flavor. Excellent smoke ring. A little tough texture wise for some people's preference. I prefer fall off the bone but also okay with something to chew on as well due to personal preference/ food I grew up with. It has same issue with other meats. Tender but dry. I was able to reheat it two days later and rip off the meat from the bone effortlessly. Potato salad: Standard. Backyard bbq vibes. I'm used to more acidic ones with relish or something but I wasn't mad at it. Potato cookery was on point. Even two days later, potatoes were still tender and not hard as hell like store bought ones. Mac and cheese: I do not like mac and cheese in generally but gave it a try. Specifically because I've only ever had one life changing one and maybe I'm just chasing that flavor. This one honestly tasted like Kraft Mac and cheese. However, the noodle cookery was on point. Perfectly al dente noodles. Not mushy or dry. Collard greens: This is your no frills collards. Gets the job done. Still had a bite and not complete mush. Toast: Buttery and huge. Would get again. Condiments: Pepper/chili: This surprised me the most. I make all kinds of pepper and have eaten many different store/restaurant kinds as well. This was the first one where I didn't feel duped. Usually, places will dull things down with water and skimp out on ingredients and use weird alternatives. However, this pepper actually was mostly actual chilis. I also loved that this is the only place I've tried that puts prickly ash berries into the pepper. Not too spicy. A lot of honest work went into this. I actually brought my own homemade pepper but if I didn't, I would be perfectly fine with what was served. Bbq sauce: No frills. I didn't eat it with my food. I tried it on its own and could taste and name ingredients which were listed on the back. Might taste like regular sweet baby rays but I hardly eat that flavor. Just reminded me of it. Overall, combining the food/customer service/ambiance, I'd give it a solid 4. Everyone has their own preferences on what good bbq "should" be whether it's the type of wood or texture etc etc. I prefer hickory wood and didn't taste that but at the end of the day, I still enjoyed my meal. Try it out for yourself and see.

They cook over wood. Funky spot welded box smoker, though the friendly folks there said they've got…read morea new one coming in soon. Doesn't matter; they know what they're doing. Had a pork sandwich and a brisket sandwich, took about 10 minutes. Both properly made, hints of thin blue smoke (cooks should know what this means), lightly seasoned. Pork in chunks, not shredded, which is unusual but the shoulder was rendered so well it didn't make it tough or chewy. Brisket not as peppery as I like but I can't complain about the tenderness of the product and it matches great with the spicy sauce. Really nice collards with green liquor in the cup like it should be. Fries are okay, about what you expect of curly fries. But did I mention they cook over wood? I don't understand how many "barbecue" places I've been to with gas grills and crock pots with a little smoke tube if you're lucky, or worse. Best que joint I've been to in the area since Big Daddy's cooked in barrels. I'm going back for the ribs soon. Please note most of the time I get barbecue I don't go back, and if I'm mad enough I go out and get a brisket to cook and wipe my memory clean. Right now I'm not mad at all, and that's about the best endorsement of a barbecue place I can think of.

I root for this place to succeed because it's close to my house and, when everything is on point,…read moreit's really good. But so far in my experience things are routinely kind of rough. This is a small neighborhood barbeque joint with a few small tables inside, but is basically a takeout place. (As I write this, in February 2021, all eateries are still basically takeout places. For me at least.) I think they opened last fall, and their menu and operating hours seem to be in flux. One time they seemed to be closed on a day they were supposed to be open; recently I had trouble just getting them on the phone. This last time I waited for my order for 40 minutes, and they were out of lots of things. So I think they just don't have the staff to keep up at the moment. And that might be because their meat and sauces are super tasty and people have figured that out! I've gotten pulled pork and beef briscuit dishes from them, and they are consistently super tender and flavorful, plus the prices are pretty fair. It's why I'm going to keep coming here, hopeful that the experience will settle into something more reliable. If they had more people working, they could solve some of these problems.

The barbeque food is amazing and you can order different strengths of sauces. I love the grilled…read morechicken sandwich and the rack of ribs. They are a 2 person family business, so call ahead or wait in their charming shop with amazing Minnesota memorabilia. This place is a gem!

I absolutely love Scott Ja-Mamas. I've been going here for over 10 years and every time I go I get…read moretheir pulled sandwiches with their twice baked potato. The amount of pulled pork they give you is enough for 2 sandwiches. Don't even get me started on their twice baked potato. I dream of them sometimes. Given that I live over 30 minutes away they go out of the way to separate everything so once I'm home I don't have a soggy mess. The staff is incredibly nice. Every time I go they accommodate my request for buns on the side. I'm always offered a soda while I wait for my food. Their spicy bbq sauce is delicious and has a bit of heat to it.

Our server was amazing! Great suggestions from Jeff. We had the smoked turkey with beans, and the…read morepork grilled cheese. Best bbq we have had in a long time. We will absolutely be back

I do like bbq and ordered three bone ribs. Ample parking. Big liquor menu. They have zero sugar…read morecocktails "Carbliss" vodka cocktail good for keto. You get 1 side and corn muffin and can order many varieties from greens, Mac and cheese, and many more. Had reservation got seated early in four top with view out window. They do have booths. They were giving free beer samples from a company. I took . Very good. Had coleslaw,, greens and generous portions Wide variety of menu items . They gave chicken too! I like my ribs crispier but they tasted good and fall off the bone. They bring sauces and a great variety. Service very good and good came fast. Dark moody atmosphere very nice. Host was on the phone when we arrived and we had to wait a few minutes for her to get off. The seater just stood there waiting for her direction so cross training would be good so the guest does not wait. The booth opposite our table full of supplies And promo stuff and their mail. Tacky. Prices reasonable extra dudes alacarte Al in all ok meal but not on my have to go there again. Big cloth napkins nice.

The ribs here are delicious and the service was excellent! I will definitely be back one day when…read morein the area. Always nice to find these great hole in the wall places tucked away from the malls!

Another success in my culinary hot spots book! Hard core BBQ decorations line the walls while chefs…read morejust keep chopping brisket, pulling pork and grilling chicken. Yum. Staff super friendly as I picked up an order for 20! Scott's guidance for amounts was spot on. Everyone enjoyed the brisket, pulled pork and chicken on buns. Caesar salad was the favorite side, well, maybe the baked beans won! Cole slaw was also happily piled on plates. Didn't take pics, but "the next best thing to Texas BBQ!" Take my word for it; great way to feed a crowd!

Well--I've known about this place for a long while (first saw them on a film "short" on TPT) and…read morekept saying "we should stop by", so tonight was the night, and boy, all I could think was what took us so long? We shared a full rack of baby backs plus a side of smoked mac and cheese and some of the best greens and pork I've ever had. If you enjoy collards and pot likker this is your place. It's BYOB (including adult beverages) and no one cares if you bring some extra sides from home. When the weather is good there is also great live music. To make sure you get what you want, it is best to order ahead on their website which takes credit at time of order or you can pay when you get there. Another specialty that is only available for "in person" sales is the delectable candied bacon on a stick. Super yum. I've paid a lot more money in this town for food I enjoyed half as much. This is going to be our new summertime Friday night spot, and if the weather doesn't cooperate, you can always take your food "to go".

A okay bbq. Bacon on a stick is stellar. Ribs are a bit dry, as is the pork shoulder. Mac and…read morecheese is good. Overall a hit and a miss.