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My husband mentioned getting some barbecue randomly this week, and I thought, "Why not?" I hadn't had any in a long time! When we left the house with the kids, we actually didn't have a specific BBQ place in mind. After a quick search on Yelp, we decided on SMKD. Neither of us had been there and the ratings looked good! The restaurant itself is clean and inviting. My two-year-old loved the little animal pictures and art, although she had no idea we were going to be eating those animals. Oops. Service was fast and friendly! Food was delicious. We got the 4 meat, 4 sides combo (called "Some of This, Some of That" on the menu) and it was perfect for two adults and two kids (ages 2 and 5). For meats, we ordered the brisket, pastrami, pulled pork, and chicken. For the sides, we got Mac n cheese, baked beans, Brussel sprouts, and hush puppies. We also ordered the cornbread. My favorites were the brisket, pulled pork, and Brussel sprouts (they were balsamic glazed and so good!). I actually wasn't a huge fan of the baked beans even though that's usually one of my favorite sides; it leaned more salty seasoned rather than brown sugary, so that's probably why. You may like it more if that's your preference. I also enjoyed the cornbread with the honey butter! Some quick notes. You can order either at the counter or at the little digital kiosk at the front. Once your food is ready, they'll bring it out to you. The silverware is all at a self-serve station next to the drink machine. A roll of paper towels is at each table for you to use in lieu of napkins. Food plates are these spacious, metal rectangular platters with parchment paper. A few sauce selections and condiments are at each table. To-go boxes are at the bottom of the self-serve station. Enjoy!!
This was my first time at SMKD BBQ, and I can already tell you it will NOT be my last. I was seriously impressed with this spot. A little backstory: years ago, I spent a month in Dallas and had Texas BBQ, and ever since then I've been chasing those flavors. I've tried some of the most well-known BBQ spots in Vegas, and nothing ever quite hit the same. I was honestly starting to lose hope. Then I tried SMKD. The FLAVOR. Everything we ordered was so good. My palate was very happy, and I left genuinely wanting to come back and work my way through the rest of the menu. We ordered two orders of wings, a two-meat plate with brisket and ribs, three sides, two sodas, and two desserts -- and everything was under $100. For the amount of food we got and the quality, I really appreciated how affordable it was. For sides, we had the collard greens, creamy corn, and mac & cheese, and I would order all three again. The wings were another standout for me. We got ours sauced, and I loved the flavor AND the crispness. They weren't soggy at all, which is so important with sauced wings. You can get them dry spice, smoked, or sauced, and I would absolutely order the wings again. The brisket and ribs had me sold from the first bite. The meat was juicy, flavorful, and seasoned so well. And I HAVE to talk about their sauces. They're house-made, absolutely delicious, and complemented the meats perfectly without overpowering them. They had just enough of a little spicy kick too. I was going back and forth between them because I genuinely couldn't decide which one I liked more. Then dessert. The banana cream pie in a cup was a 10/10 for me. The flavor was completely on point -- I just need them to make it in a bigger cup because I could have kept going. The Snickers bar is also a MUST-try. The portions are great for sharing too. We were full halfway through our meal and still had plenty to take home, which I happily ate as leftovers. And just so you understand how much I enjoyed this place: I live in Centennial. SMKD is about a 31-minute drive for me WITHOUT traffic, and I will willingly make that drive again. That alone should tell you something. I also have to mention the service. Everyone was genuinely warm and friendly, and we received great service from beginning to end. You can tell the people here care about what they're doing, and that makes the experience even better. Great service can be hard to come by in Vegas lately, so I really appreciate it when I find it. SMKD is coming up on one year in Henderson, and I genuinely don't think this place gets enough credit yet. Please go try them. I enjoyed it THAT much, and I want more people to know about this spot.
We were excited to try SMKD since they took over the previous bbq spot we used to go to. We were eagerly greeted by the staff. It's still a casual space where you order at the register and grab an available table and they bring your food to you. We ordered the two meat plate with brisket and pulled pork and for sides we selected the baked beans and potato salad. We also ordered a kids meal with a cheeseburger and fries and the French dip sandwich with creamed corn and an additional side of Brussels sprouts with bacon and balsamic. We also ordered the burnt ends which was extremely fatty. Unfortunately, none of the entrees we ordered were good except for the cheeseburger. Everything lacked flavor. The sides were all bland and the sauces were all too sweet. They have good specials like a burger and beer or a sandwich, fries, and drink. The service is top notch here and it pains me to not write a glowing review for this restaurant but based on the food, it just wasn't good bbq. There are too many bbq restaurants in Vegas to compete with. I would come back for a burger.
Best fatty brisket in town! There aren't many places in Vegas that do BBQ well, but Smkd definitely has my approval! We checked this place out when it first opened, and Hubby and I fell in love. The staff is also super nice and attentive, which is always a plus. Today we tried the El Cubano sandwich, and let me tell you--the toast on that panini was PERFECTION! Here's the rundown: Fatty brisket: So good. Easily one of my favorites! El Cubano: That crispy, toasted panini bread though... chef's kiss. Smash burger: Juicy and packed with flavor, although I'm not sure I'd technically call it a smash burger. Ribs & burnt ends: Delicious! Brussels sprouts: INCREDIBLE. Definitely our favorite side! Mac & cheese + baked beans: Great flavor and both hit the spot. Corn: Meh... this one wasn't really for me. Greens: Good! Pickles: Love them! Dr. Brown's Cel-Ray soda: Surprisingly really enjoyed this! Overall, Smkd is definitely one of our go-to BBQ spots in Vegas. The brisket alone is worth the visit!
The smashburger was solid, patty was thick and juicy, super tender. And a good size, the fries were crispy and fluffy, the seasoning had something special that gave a unique flavor. The bbq sauce was very good! I recommend trying. Service was very friendly and ambience in the restaurant was nice. Loved the sit in areas, and was very clean.
I noticed this business has very manufactured 5 star reviews. Fake asf to put it bluntly. Onto a real review .. Service: The girls taking our order were awesome! I enjoyed how everyone working was happy to be there. Food: We ordered the 4 meat 4 side situation for $69.99. Selected two orders of ribs, links, and after finding out there weren't any burnt ends we opted for rib tips. Sides were Mac and cheese, greens, potato salad, and baked beans. Yes to the ribs but that's absolutely it. The ribs were AWESOME. Those two stars belong to them. Other meats: We got ONE link with that combo so keep that in mind. It was crisp on the outside but incredibly mushy on the inside. Pass. Rib tips were a hell no. Dry asf. Even with sauce. They weren't even the tips of the rib in my opinion but ehh. Trust me. Skip em. The potato salad was crazy lol red potatoes & mayo ONLY. nahhh I have never even seen potato salad of the sort. Crunchy baked beans. REALLY :/ there was no opportunity to soak the beans completely till tender? Eeeeeyuvkkkk NO. Now we knew we needed to not even taste the greens when they had pickled onions on them lol but we did. Zero flavor. Just greens. No meat essence. No seasoning. Just .. pickled onions. So ummm yeah. Unh unh smh Mac & Cheese. It was Mac & Cheese. Bland. But Mac & Cheese. "My people" don't order anything but ribs lol the rest.. it was not made for us lol Them ribs thooo YES YES YES! Extra tip. mix the sauce
Had lunch at SMMD BBQ by Chef Alex Reznik. Some of you may recognize him from Top Chef or from when he beat Bobby Flay. This is what we had: Burnt Ends Mojo Chicken - citrus garlic glaze St. Louis Ribs Brisket My Mommy's Kugel Not Boxed Mac n Cheesy Collard Greens Nana's Creamed Corn Ube Marbled Cornbread I Made a Snickers Bar Bro Fried Apple Pie Everything was great, but the standouts for me were the brisket, collard greens, and fried apple pie. This isn't some fancy pretentious restaurant masquerading as a BBQ joint. I think the best way to describe SMKD BBQ is a legit BBQ joint with elevated sides and desserts.
I've been eying SMKD BBQ for a while. My church is near by but I'm always out of there too early for lunch. Had come to this spot once before when it was a different brand. I like SMKD better having now tried it too. I stopped in for lunch today. I was in the area visiting another business a few doors down. I knew this was a good opportunity to try SMKD. Besides, the smell of the smoker out front is too powerful to ignore. So I walked in, looked at the hand written chalk board menu which seemed incomplete, the turned to the self serve kiosk. I found a more complete menu there. I looked through it but ultimately ordered a brisket sandwich with a side of beans. My receipt was printed at the counter where I was also given a drink cup for the drink I orderded. My food would be brought out to me several minutes later. As the kitchen staff were prepping my tray, the lady working the front grabbed a fork for me and said I was going to need it. She wasn't kidding. This sandwich was S T A C K E D The brisket was thick sliced and piled high. Pre-sauced and topped with pickles and pickled onions. All on a sesame seed bun. My eyes were as wide as my mouth would have to be to pythkn this thing down. I made such a mess. My hands and face were sticky and painted with sauce. It was awesome. My only complaint was the level of fat cap left on the meat. Its a double edge sword really. On one side, the fat provides flavor and moisture to the meat. On the other side, I'm not a fan of a gelatinous blob of fat. Just not by thing. So I pulled off the bigger blobs and went about my business. It wasn't so much fat to ruin the sandwich. It was still excellent. I just had to do a little trimming. Now for the beans. Good flavor. Good chunks of meat mixed in. I am going to assume these are fresh beans and not canned as they were still a bit firm. Not mushy. Not hard. Just a bit of an al dente chew to them. A little bit of mother sauce and spicy sauce brought them up that extra notch. Good stuff. Yes, I much prefer SMKD over the last spot that was here. Good service. Good food. And the perfect representation of a saying I had as a kid - When its good its messy. And when its messy its good.
Found this new BBQ spot and it was SO good!! The customer service was amazing, and the restaurant was very clean. We got 1 lb of brisket with side of mac & cheese, Brussels sprouts, and beans. The brisket was super tender and flavorful, but the BRUSSELS SPROUTS my husband could not stop talking about how bomb they were lol. The mac & cheese and beans were really good too. Everything tasted fresh and the portions were solid. Definitely a new BBQ spot for us, we'll 1000000% be back!
Our first time. Great food. Got the fires, pork candy and the burnt ends. Loved the white mama sauce. Can't wait to come back.
This review is based on a first-time visit on 5/6/26. I arrived for lunch at 1:30 with a party of 6 and asked if I could stake out some space for us at one of their large communal tables. We all placed our orders once everyone arrived, and proceeded to chow down. I was really happy to see that the menu had a section for "Green Stuff" and proceeded to order the Kale Caesar with Brisket (I can't go to a BBQ place without getting their brisket), along with an order of their Marble Cornbread. The Kale Caesar had a lovely dressing - bright and perfect for the kale. The brisket was a teeny bit dry, but had a lovely smoky flavor, which rounded out the salad nicely. The order cornbread was generous... so much so that I had to ask if that was one or two orders. It was buttery and dessert-adjacent without being overly sweet. Yum! Others in my party raved about their food too. The chicken in particular got a nice shout out, and we all left full and happy, AND with leftovers in to-go boxes. Loved SMKD, would definitely eat here again!
This joint is hands down the best barbecue we've had in the henderson area, and definitely could be included in a conversation for best in vegas. Our expectations were absolutely shattered. We had tried to come to this place once before for a dessert we saw online, however they were sold out. We made a mental note to visit again if we were in the area, and I am sure glad we did. The experience started off great, when walking in we were greeted by a very friendly woman and the pit master himself who made some conversation and gave us some of his recommendations as first timers. I ordered the 2 meat 2 side combo, brisket and the pig candy with mac n cheese and creamed corn. She ordered the 1/4 chicken and potato salad. Immediately upon receiving the food I was impressed and knew we were in for a good meal. The brisket was tender and delicious, the chicken was cooked to a smoky and moist perfection, but for me the pig candy was the star of the show, I can confidently say no barbecue place we've been to is doing anything like that, do yourself a favor and order it. The sides were equally excellent, I find a-lot of times bbq places excel on one side, either the meat or the sides, this place makes an exception and cracked the code on both. The mac n cheese was excellent, the creamed corn was exactly what I wanted, and if you like pickles or dill flavor 100% order the potato salad. One aspect I especially think this place shines in, is that they aren't afraid to make the food how they think it should be done, every one of the meats had a little extra flavor either from an additional seasoning, or from a sauce. Most places stick to the traditional way things are made and that is fine but its very safe, when you add something to classic barbecued meats like these that shows confidence in your skill and the product you put out as a chef and as a business. I wish more places would throw their own flair on stuff and make it exciting and exclusive to themselves like this place does. The restaurant itself was very clean, comfortable, well kept and very organized, everything is right where you want and expect it to be. I wanted to make a section of this review just for the woman who came around to the tables, she was one of the most friendly restaurant staff members we've ever come across. Whatever you are paying her, pay her more because she deserves it. This place isn't just a if you are in the area, this place is worth a trip from anywhere in the vegas valley. Well done smkd, well done.
Delicious meat and sides. Everything is homemade and tastes great. Brisket and sides are amazing!
9 months ago
Omg! If you like bbq you have to try this place! The food was amazing. I ordered the ribs, ranch fries, and mac and cheese and wow... super delicious. I was literally licking my fingers!! Lol I loved all sauces, especially this white sauce made with apple cider vinegar which I was hesitant to try at first but I was so happy once I did! Everything was hit for me, the ribs were tender, the ranch fries were packed with flavor, and the mac and cheese was extra cheesy just the way I like them! The service was exceptional! Super kind and constantly checking in to make sure everything was perfect. The atmosphere was clean, welcoming, and the whole setup is such a vibe. Even outside, the lights and the huge smoker really add to the ambience. This place is 100% a must-try in Vegas!!! read more
16 days ago
Went around 8:30 pm on a Saturday night. We were the only customers. They were out of about 5 options, including the ribs, brisket, cornbread, forgot what else. Smoked wings were very dry. Hush puppies lacked flavor. Kale Caesar salad was the best of what we got. Burnt ends were second. read more
Stopped at SMKD to pick up some takeout today I tried the piggy candy and mac & cheese. I loved the mac & cheese. I guess I wasn't clear on what the piggy candy was, but I'll tell you, it was all fat. Next time I'll definitely be ordering a brisket or a pulled pork.. I will come back and try this place again. When you walk in from the parking lot, you smell the smoked flavors coming through and your mouth begins to water. The staff there is very nice and the atmosphere is very cozy. Next time I'll bring my husband back and we can eat inside the restaurant. read more
9 months ago
Excuse my language but holy f**k is this place good. Wendy greeted us with such warm eyes and answered all of our questions! We ordered the Pig Candy and Marble corn bread for appetizers and combo plates for our main dishes. The pig candy was 4 slices of pork belly that was so sweet and fatty, and the marble cornbread was buttery and laced with ube. We ordered ribs and brisket and they were the most delicious things I've ever had. The homey environment, good company and even great food? Count me in! read more
I literally have tried a number of dishes at SMKD and have yet to find something I don't like or said I'll never try again! Everything I've ordered has been flavorful, savory, juicy, and down right delicious! The photos I've shared are from my various visits (no I didn't order it all at once). The team did an amazing job redoing the inside after closing down Bell's BBQ. You get a gourmet meal with a fast casual yet homely welcoming vibe every time. From the moment you walk in and all the way through your entire dining experience you just feel like you're at home having great food with family. Gene is absolute character and really drives the over all feel in the joint. All in all 10/10 I'm a huge fan and can't wait to go back and try something else that's new! read more
4 months ago
Our first visit to SMKD BBQ was so amazing!We had the pastrami sandwich, which was so tender it melts in your mouth. We decided to try the coleslaw and that too was impressive. Delightful little neighborhood spot, we'll definitely be back soon! read more
10 months ago
I was blessed with a chance to try food from Smkd recently. I don't know what was ordered but I tried a little of everything. I can't speak on service but I heard it was good. Brisket was tender and yummy. Smoked wings were amazing. Smoked chicken was also amazing. The small ribs were amazing. The smoke sausage were amazing. The pulled pork was good with sauce. Mac n cheese had truffle oil or seasoning. It was good and cheesy. Coleslaw and potato salad were good I will have to try inside soon. I loved every bite and I was in a food coma. Thank you Smkd and to my sponsor for catering lunch. read more
SMKD BBQ is a very good BBQ restaurant located in Henderson. This restaurant is brought to you by Bravo Top Chef Alex Resnick (who was actually working there on a Sunday Holiday Weekend). I noticed that they have lots of outside tables and inside are a variety of traditional tables and a few booths. We were warmly greeted by someone who might be the manager. He also took our order but the whole team sort of served us. We shared a four meat plate that came with four sides. We shared Brisket, Chicken, Salmon, Pastrami, and our sides were Macaroni and Cheese, Sweet Potato Hush Puppies, Red Beets and Carrots, and Kugel. The platter arrived quickly and was garnished with a very nice salad with sweet tomatoes, pickle slices, and hot pepper slices. I'm am pleased to say that everything was good and for my taste some things were PHENOMENAL. The Mojo BBQ Chicken was so amazing and so darn delicious. It also just melted in my mouth. The flavors were OFF THE CHARTS. It might be the best or was one of the best chicken dishes that I've tasted anywhere. The Smoked Salmon was SUPURB. It was smoked to perfection and had that melt in your mouth thing that only the best salmon dishes give you. This was up there with Bouchon. The Kugel was also amazing! The textures, the creamy, the taste. I never had a kugel like that before. This one was the best a kugel can be. Liked the beets and carrots. Also enjoyed the macaroni and cheese, and the sweet potato hush puppies. They are where much better than the sides you get at most BBQ places. Brisket was good but also was the delicate style. (light on the smoke) Pastrami also was light with the smoke and I could tell by looking at it needed one more day to cure but still was good. The house made Snickers Inspired Dessert was also delicious. This BBQ Restaurant is unique and different. Also the sides here are very good and much better than from most BBQ restaurants. I would honestly give 4.5 Stars but Yelp won't let me do that. So I am rounding up to 5 Stars because of the warm welcoming service from the staff and some of the off the charts dishes. read more
11 months ago
We had dinner at the newly opened SMKD BBQ. The food was amazing. We had the French Dip sandwich and a 2 meat, 2 side combo. The meat was so tender and delicious as I knew it would be. What was a surprise was the friendly service. Every single employee made us feel welcome and special. We will definitely be back and will keep them mind for catering needs. read more
BBQ here is tasty. Service was friendly and efficient despite being packed on a Friday night. Next time I'd like to try their St. Louis Ribs. Their burnt ends might have been some of the last batches for the night and weren't the great this time around... read more
11 months ago
Basically drooling as I write this... Checked out SMKD because all of the neighborhood and foodie FB groups in the area were popping up with rave reviews about this place. After trying it out, I can confidently say that the hype is real. My fiancé's from Kansas and is extremely picky about bbq. He was obsessed with everything we got, including the mac n cheese, which he's normally not keen on. For me, these were my favorite ribs I've had in a long time--they were fall off the bone tender and extremely flavorful. Everything was a hit, from the app (onion dip) to the dessert (banana pudding). The service was also top notch. This spot has the friendliest staff ever. I was extremely impressed and have already recommended SMKD to family and friends! read more
2 months ago
First time visiting SMKD Henderson tonight and loved it! The vibe is relaxed and welcoming, and the service was incredible--the staff was so friendly and genuinely bright. The brisket and ribs were both fantastic, and the table sauces are dangerously good (I drenched my meat in them). Don't skip dessert, either! Will definitely be back. read more
5 months ago
On our way to Zion National Park from LA, we made a stop in Henderson to grab gas and food. Yelp recommended SMKD BBQ, and after seeing the reviews and photos, we decided to give it a shot. We arrived around 1:33 PM on a Sunday. It wasn't too busy, but there was a steady flow of people coming in and out. The service and ambiance were amazing. Everyone looked happy and seemed to be enjoying their meals. Holy crap -- the food was GOOD Definitely recommend this place if you're in the area and looking for some great BBQ. Our first order: * Sliced Brisket * Mojo Chicken * Brussels Sprouts * Cole Slaw * Marble Cornbread Second order: * Pig Candy * Sausage * Banana Pudding They've only been open for several months now, and I wish them all the luck in the world. So far, they're doing amazing read more
11 months ago
Rounded my 3.5 to a 4 rating. This place seems like a small family own business? But the service was amazing. We were constantly checked up upon by the workers. There's ample seating when we came. We ordered at the kiosk and the food was dropped off to us at our table. We ordered the 4+4 combo which came with 4 meats, 4 sides, 2 drinks for about 70 dollars which was not too bad. Our favorite cuts were probably the brisket and pastrami. The burnt ends were also good but we were given 3 blobs of fat. So ended up only getting maybe 5 pieces of burnt ends. The chopped pork was kinda dry sadly. Their sauces were good but a bit water for my preference. Our favorite side was prob the Mac but it did lack some flavor. I ended up putting some bbq sauce in it to get that flavor in. The potato salad also lacked the flavor I was looking for. It kinda just tasted like dill and mayo. Overall the food wasn't bad but some meats were dry and there was no standouts for the sides. But service was very accommodating and friendly! read more
I'm not usually a bbq person, but there quite a few go-to items that I will definitely be returning for. The ribs, pastrami, chopped pork, and brisket were all sensational, but if I had to choose 2 for the combo, I'd say ribs ands pastrami were my favorite. If you decide to go with brisket, I definitely recommend the fatty brisket over the lean. The hush puppies, kale caesar salad, mac & cheese, and fries with the spices were excellent complements to the protein. Finished it off with the snickers bar and the fried apple pie. Both delicious in their own way-- I prefer the snickers bar between the two. -staff are all extremely welcoming and helpful read more
24 days ago
3 months ago
The food is absolutely amazing. The burnt ends had a nice mesquite flavor and the fixings, hush puppies and the dirty beans 10/10. Now that banana pudding!!!! Lemme tell you absolutely delicious. Service as always above and beyond! We order online and everything was packaged so nice and organized. Will definitely be having SMKD again! Amaze balls!! read more
SMKD BBQ is the bomb! I was recently working in the Las Vegas area and staying in Henderson. I tried four different highly rated BBQ places in the area. SMKD won hands down! They have great sides, I tried the dirty beans and Mac and cheese, so good! I had the chopped pork and it was delicious to the last mouthful! Service was excellent, including fist bumps. Everyone there was very nice and had a very inviting feel to it. I'm going back soon to try the brisket! If you haven't tried them what are you waiting for? read more
2 months ago
I enjoyed the food here and the service was a little funny. One person said they had ribs and another said not until 2 but it was already after 2. Anyways, we had the burnt ends which are worth ordering. So tender and tasty. We also had the brisket which I think didn't even need sauce. I went with the 50/50 fatty/lean. The chicken was a little dry but not bad. The ribs were moist and fell off the bone. I really liked the variety of pickled veggies. The dirty beans were bland. Enjoy the pictures, we're definitely going back. Hard to be a vegetarian or vegan with meat that tastes this good. read more
6 months ago
Food: 4/5 Dessert (bonus!): 4/5 Service: 5/5 Ambiance: 5/5 Ok, we had the family feast at a whole $118, worth every penny. This came with all meats minus the ribs, I think we did get some baby back ribs though. All the sides and dessert! Did I mention there was 5 of us and we couldn't finish it? The meats: Brisket, burnt ends, pastrami, mojo chicken, pulled pork and rib tips. The sides: coleslaw, Mac and cheese, baked beans, hush puppies, creamed corn, a singular Kugel, collard greens, potato salad and fries. They got the brisket right, juicy and tender with a decent smoke flavor, so well done on that. I enjoyed the pastrami the best, thick cut, really good flavor. While the others like the burnt ends and the pulled pork. The only negative there were the rib tips (I think) were rather burnt and inedible. All the sides were REALLY good. Mac and cheese was creamy and cheesy, hush puppies were sweet potato hush puppies, frickin amazing. All the sides, chef's kiss! Kid 1 is making me mention the kugel was amazing, she could have eaten 10 more. For the desserts, banana pudding, cookie w/ice cream and key lime pie. The kids enjoyed the key lime pie tangy without being overwhelming, husband liked the cookie (which was an everything cookie) and I liked the pudding. So those were a hit as well. We will be back again! read more
3 months ago
Finding genuinely good BBQ in Las Vegas can be a challenge, with many places struggling to hit the mark. SMKD BBQ is a welcome addition. The location is incredibly convenient with easy parking, and you are immediately greeted by the smell of the smoker and the sight of the Pitmaster at work; a perfect way to set expectations. The line moved efficiently, and the staff was exceptionally friendly, which is always a standout quality in this city. The menu is lively and packed with solid offerings, covering all the bases from brisket and links to wings and ribs. I decided to take my order to go. Now, onto the food: **Brisket:** Standard practice at many joints is to offer a choice between lean, fatty, or a mix. I was given the lean cut by default, so I can only speak to that, but it was executed well. It carried a nice smoke flavor and managed to avoid the dryness that often ruins a lean cut. **Ribs:** A very solid cook. They had great smoke flavor and were perfectly tender, pulling cleanly without falling completely off the bone. The rub gave me distinct Rendezvous in Memphis vibes, which was an unexpectedly pleasant surprise. **Greens:** The texture was nicely tender, but they unfortunately lacked any real seasoning or depth of flavor. **Dirty Dirty Beans:** The beans themselves were cooked perfectly with a great texture, but the flavor profile missed the mark. It carried a harsh, "dirty" smoke taste that was ultimately off-putting. I really wanted to like these, but the flavor just wasn't there. All in all, the vibe, the staff, the ambiance, and the meats make this a solid choice. I can easily see this being a great spot to grab some BBQ, watch a game, or just catch up over good conversation. read more
3 months ago
Pretty decent bbq in Henderson. Did the Some of This and That and all the meats were tender and flavorful. Loved that there's a lot of sides and desserts to choose from. Definitely recommend and will be read more
6 months ago
Amazing food and service! As soon as you park, you can see the barbecue grill right out front--such a unique and inviting touch. Inside, you simply walk up, place your order, and seat yourself, which keeps things relaxed and easy. I have gluten allergies, so I really appreciated how knowledgeable and reassuring the staff was. They confirmed that their fryer, meats, and sauces are all gluten-free, which was a huge plus for me. We ordered half a pound of rack ribs and half a pound of pastrami, and everything was incredible. The flavors were rich, the meat was tender, and every bite was delicious. We also tried the ranch fries, potato salad, and greens--each side was just as impressive. The management was attentive and even stopped by our table to chat for a bit, which added a personal touch. They mentioned they've only been open for about seven months, and they're already doing a fantastic job. The only downside for me was the lack of gluten-free dessert options. However, my husband ordered the apple pie and absolutely loved it--he was very impressed. Overall, the food was excellent, the atmosphere was warm and homey, and the service was outstanding. I'll definitely be back! read more
3 months ago
3 months ago
Just had an outstanding meal at SMKD BBQ on Eastern Ave in Henderson and I'm still thinking about it. I ordered the Brisket and Baby Back Ribs combo with Beets & Carrots and Mac & Cheese, and everything was excellent. The brisket was perfectly smoked with a great bark, and the rub on the meat was fantastic -- flavorful without being overpowering. The baby back ribs were very tender and meaty, with that ideal pull-off-the-bone texture. Both sides were solid too; the beets and carrots were a nice, slightly sweet contrast and the mac & cheese was rich and creamy. Portions are seriously generous. I couldn't even finish it all and ended up taking half home for later. On top of the great food, the service was friendly and attentive the whole time. Definitely one of the better BBQ experiences I've had in the area. I'll be back. read more
4 months ago
Great bbq! Great attentive service! The meats had great flavor and smoke. The baby rack ribs were awesome! The sides were great too. Overall a great experience. It's a must try! read more
4 months ago
While BBQ can be subjective - and Vegas of course has a lot of BBQ options that are very good - this place in particular is my wife and my new favorite. Truthfully, it's almost not even close to 2nd. I've tried the chicken, sausage, bacon, burnt ends, and cauliflower. All incredible. The sides I've tried are their homemade cream corn, which is about as good as corn gets. Anywhere. On earth. The coleslaw, collard greens and Mac n cheese are also out of this world. Highly recommended. They are in the same building as Belles BBQ used to be, and Belles was very good. SMKD however, is BBQ on another level. read more
2 months ago
Best spot for bbq in Vegas we have tried multiple different spots. The brisket is a 10/10 I always get the Mac n cheese on the side. The service is the best and they are always so nice and make sure I have everything! Amazing portion and price always go with the combo. I keep coming back I'm addicted! read more
8 months ago
When you see the smoker , you know it's real. Got the brisket, it was really tender and juicy. By itself , flavor was bland however they have really great sauces and using those gave it a kick. Staff were very friendly , and the space was relaxed. Looking forward to going back and trying something different. I know different bbq has different focus. I think , the focus is preparation and sauce here. read more
I ordered the chicken. It came with a thigh and I don't really eat thigh meat so I asked for a chicken breast and they were kind enough to replace it. I've also tried dip pastrami and it was great the Customer Service special from Wendy and the tall gentleman, I think he may be the owner I didn't get his name was super great very helpful and very accommodating. Greatly appreciated it. The ambience was nice and casual. The place is clean, which is important to me. Take the time to go check it out. read more
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Had a fantastic experience at SMKQ in Henderson. I took several of my work colleagues out for lunch, and the staff made the evening really special for us. The food was excellent that it was BBQ that wasn't overly heavy and fatty, compared to other places. It felt very clean and good quality. Service was friendly and attentive, and the atmosphere was welcoming and relaxed. It's always nice to find a place that delivers both great food and genuine hospitality. We'll definitely be back. Highly recommend. read more
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4 months ago
The service was just as good as the food. Very accommodating quick clean a place will be coming back soon read more
5 months ago
Amazing food, amazing service! Love this place! Highly recommend! The ribs just a chief's kiss! read more
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10895 S Eastern Ave
Henderson, NV 89052
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