First time today. Fabulous food and staff. Created by a local concierge physician and his Michelin experienced partner, this place is a must experience. All of the employees are friendly, efficient keep the restaurant spotless. read more

Excellent!! Cute BBQ joint in Sarasota. Staff was very nice. Brisket, ribs, smoked salmon dip and beef cheeks were all tried and all delicious! The owner Keenan was kind enough to fill us in on his culinary background and explain the dishes. Highly recommend. read more

This place is the BOMB! Best barbecue I've ever had, even beats the spots in Austin Texas. The Brisket melts in your mouth as does the Pulled Pork. We topped it off with K's Banana Dream. You put your order in at the counter and they bring it to your table. Service is great and the food is delivered to your table in minutes. There is indoor and outdoor seating in a plain Jane interior. This place has terrific food at reasonable prices! Do yourself a favor and give it a try! read more

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We went to Smoke & Fire for a Saturday lunch and the food was superb. The meat is the star of the show at this restaurant. My party was impressed with the pulled pork and the brisket. Our sides were also nice. The cornbread and the beans were tasty. The vibe of the restaurant is casual and cozy. You order from the counter but the feel is like a sit down restaurant. The staff are so polite and friendly. I highly recommend this BBQ joint. read more

Smoke & Fire BBQ - Pulled pork sandwich, potato salad, and Mac and cheese - Barbeque Near Me - Sarasota, Florida

The food was great, no doubt about it. We both got their Ribs and Pulled Pork Platter, meaty and flavorful ribs and a generous scoop of pulled pork, plus 2 sides. No BBQ sauce needed, especially with the ribs. I did eventually try a couple of their homemade sauces with the pulled pork and thought they were fine. I loved my side of slaw, cool, crunchy, and refreshing, not too sweet, with a hint of lemon. Very well done. The background for this locally owned and operated business is interesting and impressive. The passion for BBQ of an active medical doctor and his family led to this restaurant opening on weekends several months ago. It is still open only on Friday evenings, and for lunch on Saturday, and Sunday. You are encouraged to arrive early as they can run out of food. We visited on a Friday about a half hour after they opened, there was a line and finding a parking space and a table challenging. By the time we left they were out of ribs. This is an order at the counter style restaurant and they bring you your food, ours within a few minutes. They have seating inside and out. For us it was a great experience and the leftovers fed us for another meal. read more

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Hawaiian fusion meets Texas BBQ? Look at pic 1 and you will think so. Those are truly amazing pork burnt ends. The swirls of sauce add heat...not sure what the grass and flower petals are all about, but I ate it all! I downed a side of collard greens and they were tasty too...but having lived in NC for years they could use a bit more vinegar. My wife had potato salad, Cole slaw and a pulled pork sandwich...all three just excellent. Ambiance is that of a miniature Texas BBQ joint. Friendly, happy crew...place was very clean...limited beer and wine selection. Pricing was most reasonable. Place closes when it sells out...and it always does shortly after lunch and only open F,S,S. If you like real BBQ, ride on over and treat yourself to some mighty fine food BTW, you'll know it's going to be great even before you enter the place, the smell of BBQ smoke is mouthwatering! read more

Smoke & Fire BBQ - Menu.,they have daily specials too - Barbeque Near Me - Sarasota, Florida

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Holy $%*! this was good barbecue and on the way out I felt compelled to tell the guys in back that my meal was @!%€-ing amazing - literally the best brisket I've ever had. From the adorable staff taking our orders to bringing out the food and checking on us, it was a great experience. Can't wait to go back. read more

Smoke & Fire BBQ - One meat plate with ribs. Oh yes please. That Mac and cheese pretty excellent too. - Barbeque Near Me - Sarasota, Florida

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Update review... 2nd time visit for brisket! Amazing brisket, so so so good. Love this place and can't wait to go back. The brisket was blackened on the sides and so perfect. I love the secret bbq sauce with the brisket. We tried the bread pudding and Banana surprise for desert too. I'm more of a chocolate dessert person, so those wouldn't be my pick. read more

Smoke & Fire BBQ - Brisket, pulled pork and ribs - Barbeque Near Me - Sarasota, Florida

The staff was attentive and personable as soon as we'd walked through the door. The Brisket burger was the best burger I've ever had, and I'm old! Lol! We ate there three days in a row and enjoyed ribs, brisket and smoked salmon dip. Every morsel was amazing! The dining room was welcoming, comfortable and family friendly. Get there before the food runs out! read more

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I had some lunch at this spot Sunday for lunch and the overall experience was good. I ordered brisket and corn bread and my guest ordered pulled pork sandwich with potato salad. The time frame to get my food was normal and the ambiance was what one would expect for a small BBQ spot. My brisket was outstanding and one of the best I've had, the cornbread was flavorful and hit the spot. My guest enjoyed his pulled pork and said it was a winner for him, the potato salad was also a decent side. I look forward to going back to see about the consistency seeing that the food was on point and I'm happy to have another good experience. The service was friendly. Food 9.0 Ambiance 7.5 Service 9.0 read more

All was well! Personally the pulled pork was salty. The service was great. Still left not knowing where the Salmon came from? Will return to taste the ribs. Nice place and very clean! read more

Amazing. Everything about it - the food, the service, the people, the atmosphere. Best bbq in SRQ

I am simply a bbq snob. Being from Texas i just gave up on Florida bbq. My wife researched Smoke and Fire because it was just down in Clark Rd in Sarasota. We just left and,as I told the Chef, the smoked rib eye special was not only the best thing I have ever eaten at a bbq restaurant but the best meal ever ate. I have had the privilege of eating at some of the finest restaurants in my life and the smoked rib eye was simply the the meal I have ever had. I am not paid to say this! I don't want you going because I don't want the line to be longer to get in! But, you need to go. read more

Smoke & Fire BBQ - This smoked rib eye is indeed fine e dining you will not see even at Hide Park. - Barbeque Near Me - Sarasota, Florida

Amazing food and service! We enjoyed the pulled pork sandwich, burnt ends in crema sauce, and multiple meat platter with brisket, ribs, and smoked chicken. read more

Smoke & Fire BBQ - Amazing food and service! We enjoyed the pulled pork sandwich, burnt ends in crema sauce, and multiple meat platter. - Barbeque Near Me - Sarasota, Florida

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Absolutely blown away by Smoke & Fire BBQ! We ordered the 2-meat platter with ribs and pulled pork, along with sides of coleslaw and BBQ beans--and every bite was phenomenal. The ribs and pork were packed with delicious smoky flavor, perfectly cooked, and tasted like they came straight from a backyard pit. You can tell everything is made with care and feels authentically homemade. The baked beans were a standout--sweet, meaty, and rich, while the coleslaw added the perfect acidity to balance out the bold BBQ flavors. We also had the brisket sandwich, which was absolutely loaded with tender, moist brisket that practically melted in your mouth. This spot has a welcoming, family-run vibe--it honestly felt like sitting at a friend's house, sharing a great BBQ meal. The owner, and 2 other people came out to ask how our food was an made sure everything was top notch. I love when that happens because you can truly share your thoughts about the experience - and in this case everything was perfect. The sauces are fantastic, and if you like heat, the XX Hot is a must-try. Inside, it's got a cozy bar-style atmosphere. It's easy to miss on Clark Road (tucked next to a cigar lounge), but there's convenient parking right out front. We will DEFINITELY be back--next time, we're going for the full brisket platter. Do yourself a favor and check this place out! read more

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The service was superb. The overall staff was attentive and respectful. Now the food ; fantastic . The ribs were delicious and my friends brisket was as good as any he ate in Texas. read more

We got the pulled pork sandwich and pulled pork platter. The pulled pork was very good and they had many different sauces that they make in house that was really good. There was 3 people working in there at the time we went and they were very nice and helpful while trying to figure out what we wanted. It was great to have outdoor seating on a beautiful day like today. I will have to say tho, I wish yall had baked potatoes because I love loaded baked potatoes! Haha! Anyways... Great place to go for some good pork! We will be back for sure! :) read more

Smoke & Fire BBQ - Pulled pork sandwich and coleslaw and pulled pork platter with baked beans. - Barbeque Near Me - Sarasota, Florida

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Fantastic. Best barbecue in Sarasota as well as the region. I ordered the Four meat platter with coleslaw and beans. I was very impressed! The servers was also amazing. Extremely friendly and very attentive. We will be back soon! read more

My husband and I love bold flavors and spice, and this place absolutely delivered! Every dish was packed with flavor, and the meat was tender and perfectly seasoned. We had the curry lamb shank special, and it completely blew my mind -- not your typical BBQ at all. It felt like a five-star dining experience with incredible BBQ! They have different specials every week, each one unique and delicious, which keeps things exciting. We took dessert home, and it was just as amazing! If you love spicy, flavorful food, this place is a must-try. We can't wait to come back! read more

Smoke & Fire BBQ - Curry Lamb shank special - Barbeque Near Me - Sarasota, Florida

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Absolutely amazing experience! From the moment we walked in, the service was outstanding and we felt so genuinely welcomed. The staff was friendly, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed. The ambience was fantastic -- warm, inviting, and the perfect setting to enjoy a great meal. It really added to the overall experience. The barbecue was phenomenal -- the meat was incredibly tender, juicy, and packed with flavor. You can truly taste the quality and care that goes into the food. Every bite was delicious. If you're looking for great service, a great atmosphere, and mouthwatering barbecue, this is the spot. Highly recommend and can't wait to come back! read more

My husband is a huge barbecue fan and he does his own barbecue at home so he's very particular and this by far. We have tried bbq it a lot of other states because we both travel and this was the by far the best barbecue we've ever had. You don't even have to get in the building before you smell how good their food is. The staff was so friendly and accommodating. We brought our three kids (4,3,1)and they were so sweet to us. Come early because they will sell out. Sooo good! read more

Food was amazing. Ribs were falling off the bone tender... probably best brisket in the area

Serious Texas BBQ vibes! We've been to some of the best in Lockhart, Austin, Houston, Dallas, etc. Go early on the weekends, line was long and they sold out of brisket by 12:45! The meats were legit. So far, our favorite BBQ restaurant in the area, and we've been to I think all of them. When this place opened, we of course had to try. We had the 4 meats and all were delicious! Sides were mostly ok (didn't like the mac n cheese), but the meats were the stars and made up for the sides. Wish we took pix of the food but we were too busy eating! Their BBQ sauces were tasty too. The ribs had great rub, a little kick at the end. I loved how they constantly asked for feedback and the friendliness of the staff. read more

So, I'll start by apologizing for not posting any pictures. Honestly, I started tasting and couldn't stop. Before I realized no pics, there was nothing left to photograph! Earlier this year, we drove out to Texas and did a BBQ crawl through Louisiana, Alabama, Houston, Austin, Lockhart and San Antonio. We ordered the same thing at every spot and tried them all. Some great spots out there on another level. Today we gave Smoke & Fire a try and I can tell you, they are on fire legit. As long as they keep doing whatever they did today, I would say they are right there with some of the best. Brisket was super flavorful, moist with nice seasoning. We got a mixture from the point and flat without even asking which was awesome. Cooked to just the right temp and rested properly before slicing. Served at proper temp and not cold. Not oily. If I could change one thing, a little more crust on the bark maybe. When you wrap, it's normal for the bark to soften and I think the benefit outweighs the softer bark. Pulled pork awesome flavor. Nice bark and flavorful throughout. Well seasoned. Tastes like they add tallow to the pork after pulled to enhance the flavor and they don't over do it. Chicken was good. Skin could have been a little crispier but well seasoned and meat was moist and flavorful. Ribs were the star of the show I think. And I'm normally not a big rib guy. These were barked up nice! Great flavor. Fantastic dry rub. Nice bite with a little kick at the end. Really, really good. I would bet these would place in any Texas rib competition. Sides pretty good. Beans maybe a little heavy on the bourbon, but nice change from the overly sweet beans you normally get. Potato salad was well done. Collards I really enjoyed. I like them a little undercooked and flavorful so these were spot on. Mac and cheese looked good but I didn't have any due to allergens. Place is large and the covered outdoor porch is nice. Parking great. I saw last week the owner was out in Austin exploring. Que out there is on another level and I'll say you guys are very close. Whatever you did today, just keep doing that. If you have to make any adjustments, keep them minor and don't ruin a great thing. I'm definitely headed back. Hands down, THE best BBQ in the Sarasota area, I think. read more

The food was fantastic. You can really taste the Smokey flavor which I personally love- no need to over do BBQ with crazy amounts of seasonings IMO 3 sauces to choose from,all of which are a bit on the sweeter side, but each had its own unique flavor. Staff is super friendly and attentive which really helps the close quarters atmosphere. read more

Saw this spot while driving on Clark road. I have been looking for a bbq spot in Sarasota since Nancy's closed. This will be my go to bbq spot from here on out. Pulled pork is amazing and ribs were fall off the bone awesome. Looking forward to trying their brisket which as of now is only served on Fridays and Saturdays. They have a smaller sit down set up so you sit and eat if you want to. But I just want amazing bbq that I can grab and go. Will probably be back monthly for my bbq fix. Good luck guys! read more

Looking for authentic food prepared by hands that dedicate love to what they do? This place is the combination of great flavor and warmth! We just had lunch here today and we'll definitely be back! Thank you chef! read more

Best brisket that melts in your mouth! I also had the chicken which was just as fantastic. Side of the pickles and pickled red onions are just enough. Cornbread and side of collard greens and baked beans were amazing! Great job! Nice open restaurant with alluring ambiance and indoor/outdoor seating. read more

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Best bbq in town! Quality meats cooked to perfection and delicious side dishes. The line is out the door until the food sells out, so you will want to come early. read more

Ok here I go again. I almost hate doing these kind of reviews, because the next time I visit, the place will be packed. l've lived all over the US and been to 44 states and many countries. I'm very surprised to find a hole in the wall 2 miles from my home with some of the best BBQ I've ever had outside of Texas. I went there last Saturday and had the brisket, Ribs and pulled pork. Brisket was moist and seasoned to perfection, soft, everything you would expect for a competition brisket. But this place is a family restaurant in Sarasota. Expectations were low when I walked in but they were blown away once I tasted the brisket. The ribs were also tender and well seasoned. But I believe there's a little trick to the ribs. I feel like there's a fusion of tastes happening. I can taste the seasoning for spare ribs from a Chinese restaurant. That mix makes them delicious. The pulled pork was Ok. We can't all be perfect. . The sides were also ok. (Probably the only thing that needs improvement) Yet notice I still gave them a 5 star rating. Why because I went back today and now they had a Dino Rib. If the brisket is competition quality, the Dino rib was out of this world. I can't remember how much it was but it is worth every penny of whatever it was I paid. Great service and great atmosphere of people who love BBQ. I just hope I don't have to wait an hour to get in next week after I post this review. read more

Smoke & Fire BBQ - Dino Bone. - Barbeque Near Me - Sarasota, Florida

Run don't walk! We needed this here! Right in our neighborhood. We were so excited to try this place out and it did not disappoint. Friendly service. The barbecue was really good. The ribs and brisket have a nice smoke ring and are very tender. Easy to chew and come off of the bone. The ribs have an even balance of savory and sweet. I loved the brisket, it's not overly seasoned just right but more dusting of it or longer marinade time won't hurt. It's a very good seasoning blend on that brisket. The pull from the meat and fat is good. Not too fatty and not too lean. We liked the spicy BBQ sauce the best. Bourbon BBQ beans have a nice strong hit of bourbon and not overly sweet had to stir to mix. Recommend to go early at lunch time. read more

Smoke & Fire BBQ - 1 slab of ribs, 1/2 pound brisket, homemade pickles. - Barbeque Near Me - Sarasota, Florida

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Fabulous taste, great quality. No other BBQ place in the area is in the same league. You would have to go to Texas, the Carolinas, or Tennessee. read more

Chef "cooked in Boston for 14 years" has to learn to manage his anger issues and not threaten customers. Food is fine, but avoid interacting with the loud guy in the kitchen. Rating is purely on him read more

Great vibes, great food, great service. This place is amazing. I cannot say enough about this place. A little piece of bbq heaven.

Tried for the first time. The meats: pork ribs were out of this world - amazing flavor and so moist. Brisket - wonderfully seasoned and nice and soft. Pulled pork - always hesitate to get this because my experience has never been great, but they've changed my mind. Delicious! This restaurant has definitely upped the BBQ game in Sarasota! read more

Hands down some great BBQ very tender bark was fantastic and don't get me started on sauce. Owners are very friendly.

We stopped here on the way into town and the food was FANTASTIC!!!!!!! We will definitely be back and are telling everyone we know about their delicious pulled pork sandwich and bread pudding. What a treat. Best barbecue restaurant in Sarasota Florida!!! The owner came out and talked to us as did the staff. Very very attentive and friendly. They have indoor and outdoor seating with a charming feel. Don't miss this jewel of a dining experience. read more

After reading the reviews and looking for something other than seafood for lunch. My family (wife and son) and I chose Smoke and Fire BBQ. It was a definite winner. We had the 4 meat platter with 2 sides and ordered and extra side. We chose the ribs twice (only 2 ribs per rib order), pulled pork and brisket. We also split a beef cheek taco. Our sides were: Mac and cheese, potato salad, and Bourbon beans. The ribs and the pulled pork were delicious. So tender. The pulled pork was the winner of the trio. The brisket unfortunately was dry. Still eatable but dry. The beef cheek taco was phenomenal. The chef came out with the taco and walked us through the preparation of cooking it to putting it all together. Melt in your mouth deliciousness. The sides were alright. The Mac and cheese was good. The potato salad IMO had too much vinegar but that's a personal opinion. The beans were just alright. I can't put a finger on it but it was just alright. The staff was so friendly and attentive. The restaurant was very clean. They even have a corn hole setup outside for you to use. I come to Sarasota every few months and will stop by again. Just a note. Smoke and fire BBQ is open only on weekends, starting Friday afternoon through Sunday. Give them a try and I'm sure you'll be happy. read more

Absolutely phenomenal BBQ and the prices are amazing! Staff is so warm and friendly- you feel like a regular even when you walk in for the first time. My only complaint is that they aren't open 7 days a week so we can eat there whenever we want! read more

Second time here, was sitting down at our table inside and saw a cockroach. Told an employee on the side to not bring attention to it since I really enjoyed this place. As I was leaving, told the executive chef the same thing as I would want to know if I were in his shoes. His response was "welcome to Florida". I don't know about anyone else, but I've lived in FL for five years and haven't seen a cockroach in a restaurant yet. read more