This local BBQ spot is a great place regardless of the occasion. We've had them cater retirements…read moreand provide breakfast burritos for our crew. The owner is so responsive to his customers, and we are all so satisfied with the quality of food he provides that it's poured over into my personal life with (at least) twice monthly trips out to Orchard Mesa to pick up dinner and feast at home. We can't get enough of Snooks and highly recommend to anyone in the area!

If you weren't looking for this place, you'd miss it and that would be a shame! It is in a shipping…read morecontainer style structure behind a car wash. The staff were so friendly and pleasant to talk to. We had brisket (lean) that was delicious, pulled pork (also delicious), cheddar jalapeño sausage, ribs-not fall off the bone but tender and with good flavor. For sides we had mac and cheese -just okay, and potato salad that was good. If you are wanting BBQ in Grand Junction, this is your spot!!

having lived in two of the USA's premium food markets (San Francisco - Chicago) I hesitantly…read moreapproached ordering BBQ ribs from a strip mall location with a 4+ star rating. Either this is a really fine depository of rib excellence or the owner has a large family who can post positive reviews. As I pulled into the parking lot - wafts of odorous bbq essense permiented the surroundings. Exiting the car I was greeted by a nondescript entry to the restaurant. On first glance about half of the booths were filled with patrons enjoying large portions of bbq. The place was clean and simply appointed lending to the notion that this was a serious place for eating - not some overly ornate palace that boistered the ego of the owner. After a short wait for the two meals my wife and I were to enjoy at home - I received my meals tightly bundled in a plastic bag - no need to check on the contents - these folks definitely had it going on! Upon arriving home I opened the foam container to what I had hoped for - two nicely portions of baby back ribs and 1/4 chicken .. along with a baked potato and corn on the cob. After securing the necessary beverage accompaniment - I dived right in. Fifteen minutes later - wiping my mouth and hands with a wet paper towel - I knew I had found a BBQ Mecca - here among the Western Slope of Colorado - who would have "thunk it?" ...

I ordered 7lbs of sliced brisket for Easter dinner, we picked it up just before serving nine…read moreguests. The brisket came in two separate pans . I opened the 5lb pan first and some of the meat was sliced but a lot of it was all different sizes of chunks and pieces. I was surprised, as the menu specifically stated "sliced unless otherwise specified" I noticed the meat wasn't as moist and tender as I have had from Rib City before. I opened the second pan of brisket and it was in beautiful sliced rows, the meat was tender and moist as I expected. I called the next day and spoke to the manager, Tyler, he took down thorough report/form which the GM instructed him to do and told Tyler told me the General Manager Nick, said he would call me back. I never heard from him, very disappointed as I spent $198. Poor customer service. L. Thompson

Absolutely amazing!! A last minute phone call to HCWT and 100 friends/associates left smiling with…read morehappy tummies! The service by Trish was A++; what a doll. One of our friends kept saying that the brisket tasted like prime rib. Reasonable, delicious and prompt/incredible service. What more could anyone ask for? Thank you Lee & family.

I'm picky about bbq as I grew up in KC and lived in the south. I prefer more of a vinegar/mustard…read morebase, which they have the sweeter molasses type. However, it is VERY good! I order it without sauce, and the meat doesn't even need it really. The portions are very generous. The coleslaw is excellent with dill, and the potato salad is as well! We will 100% be back to this food truck! Thank you for being so awesome.

You will never eat brisket this good. Not only is there a well defined smoke ring - a real hallmark…read moreof great barbeque - it is still tender and juicy. I rarely order brisket, fearing choking on dry meat. But - this is a whole different thing. The flavor is there and it is fine by the slice or on a sandwich. The Santa Maria tri-tip is also tender and juicy and tastes so beefy. This feels like eating a steak. I never expected to like turkey legs - but I do love these. Good smoke flavor. It need no sauce (though if you are going to use sauce - try the wasabi!). This is a great food when you don't have a table or want to use a fork. The chicken thighs are also good, though I do take off the skin - it isn't crisp and I don't actually like poultry skin even if it is crisp. Ribs are also fall-off-the-bone tender and gently sweet and tangy from th glaze. I love the coleslaw here - it isn't too thinly cut so it stays crisp. This is in a lightly creamy sauce and is just the type of slaw that makes pulled pork sing! Tamales are really nice - filled with plenty of meat. These have just the right amount of masa. They aren't always available, so get them when you see them!

After a recommendation from a friend, my sister and I tried the family rib pack on one occasion and…read morethe brisket family pack on another. We still cannot decide which we liked best. There was plenty of food in both and both the ribs and brisket were cooked to perfection. The prices are very good for what you get. We look forward to trying more of their extensive barbecue menu. We also went out to the store in Fruita and picked up the rub that is used on the ribs. Can't wait to try the ourselves, but we will still be back to the truck for more as well.

The best everything! Service was amazing especially Maile:)…read moreEveryone was super nice! Great food!

Great food choices, food was great along with great service easy in and out location alsoread more

The order is the Brisket Sandwich!…read more My husband (a born and raised Texan) was craving BBQ on our way home from Moab. After a quick Yelp search, I found Smokey Bonez BBQ food truck. After a quick visit to their Instagram, I found their location. Next thing you know, two croc wearing travelers are walking into a Cattle Auction! The truck was easy to spot: bright orange! They had a menu of classic items, although a local told us they change it up. My eyes went for the Burnt Ends, while my husband ordered the Brisket Sandwich. I hate to say there was a winner of the two, but there was. The Brisket Sandwich was piled high with the perfect combination of lean and fatty brisket. It just melted in your mouth! There may have been a battle over who got the last bite haha. :D Luckily, we got the same side of Potato Salad. Although, I should have challenged my husband for the last bite of his, as well. It was absolutely delicious! Beyond the great BBQ, the owner of the truck and his family were ultra friendly and kind. It made us feel like we were back in TX for a moment. Everything you want in a BBQ experience. If you ever randomly spot the bright orange Smokey Bonez BBQ truck, GO!

We found this place parked at Restoration Winery in Palisade and we were so pleasantly surprised!…read more Food: Pulled pork nachos - so so good! The cheese was delicious and so was the pulled pork. The chips were just Tostitos like but honestly amazing all around Brisket sandwich - some of the best bbq I've had in Colorado, for sure. The bbq sauce was so so good. The brisket was tender and flavorful Cowboy Beans - omg the beans were the best beans I've had in quite a while! We all ate them so quickly. Service: Very friendly! Ambiance: This is a food truck so hard to describe this one

Absolutely perfect. The food, service, ambiance are all top. This is our go-to place to celebrate -…read morethis time for my mother's birthday. The hush puppies are binge-worthy - just go ahead and put the second order in with the first -'you won't regret it. I didn't realize guajillo infused honey was missing in my life but now I know better. I'm vegetarian and love mushrooms so plenty for me to enjoy, and my carnivorous family was delighted - they all agree the Jo Jo Burger is worth the early reservation (limited quantities!) and my son loves loves loves lamb. Again - cannot go wrong with this place.

This place is fantastic from the ambiance, food, drinks, to the service…read more We went here with another couple and all got different things that we all enjoyed. We did get mussels as an appetizer & they were humongous, none of us cared for the flavor of them, just not a fan. They were also really great when it came to gluten free options. And I can't forget, the drinks are really creative and delicious. We'll definitely be back when we're in town.

Holly Pint! A must stop! Don't miss a great opportunity to…read morestop here and get a stout and some road kill!(The food dish to die for!!) 11% beer! (Who knew) I had to share with my wife. It packs a punch. We ordered the road kill and Ruben sandwich and split them between us. This beef has a flavor I have never had before,,OMG,, SOOOOO good! And the road kill dish with green chilies,,, incredible! Thanks Ryan, (what a great server) I will crave these meals from now on

Visiting on 12/11/25 Read Yelp reviews and sounded good…read moreWalked in no hostess - sat @ bar made eye contact with female bartender. She proceeded to make drinks walked by numerous times - didn't say a word I went to unattended hostess stand and grabbed my own menu and sat back at bar. Bartender again saw me ignored me for another few minutes and I left Don't bother with this place not welcoming at all !!

Locals and everyone else DO NOT EAT HERE!!! The food is TERRIBLE! Loco moco patties were still…read morefrozen inside, the gravy is from a can and the egg was cooked all the way through. The short ribs are smothered in sauce that is NOT HOMEMADE. The gal at the front, Jennifer, is super sweet and actually cares, but the owner would NOT refund our money for the food we couldn't even touch. The rice is NOT fresh! Steer clear of this place at all costs!

Holy shit this place fell off. I bought a loco moco and two bites and no can. This food is…read morehorrible, smelt weird from jump, but tastes horrible. Somehow even the rice is weird. You can tell the owners just don't care. This spot makes l & l look gourmet. I grew up in Makaha so I know hunger and we never waste food but this one no can. Maybe the shittiest food I've ever had. For those that don't know Loco Moco is two scoops rice, hamburger patty, gravy with fried egg on top, side Mac salad on side. This is an incredibly simple dish. To screw this up takes an incredible amount of indifference. I've seen this before where owners just don't care. Sell your spot cause your on borrowed time. At the very least take "Hawaiian" out your title because this shit is not Hawaii.

Big Mike's is the best BBQ food truck in the county. Seriously. There is nothing on the menu that…read moreyou will regret ordering! I usually just order the pulled pork but I have tried the Hot Mess, the wings and the fried PB & J They are all amazing. Other family members have tried their sandwiches and burgers and rave about them. Besides seriously good food, the owners are seriously great people. You can find them at Tractor Supply in GJ most Thursday, Friday and Saturday afternoons. Stop in and give them a try...you won't regret it!

Big Mikes has been around Fruita for a while. I try to visit the truck whenever I see it, which is…read morevery random, since they have no set schedule. In all this time, I've been able to get ribs exactly once. They are often out before 6, if they even have them. They talk about running out as it's a good thing. Might be for them, but it's not for their customers. After dozens of attempts to eat their ribs (which are pretty good) and failing, I've decided to not even bother to try. Visit at your peril, as you can't depend on any part of the menu being available.