Love the beef brisket! They've got a bunch of amazing sauces. The only downside is that they don't have multiples that you can pull from the sauce area to bring to your table... I don't think it would cost much to make this happen and they'd probably save a lot on sauce cost because when I came here with my B-friend's family, for Father's Day. Everybody poured ketchup, bbq & Worcestershire and that spicy white stuff & probably some sauces I'm forgetting about, that all ended up in the trash, mostly. I think it would behoove them to get the little squeeze bottles so that people can squeeze as they go and not just fill up little buckets of sauce and throw them right into the trash after dipping once. I don't think he would even need to have enough sauces for every table... Just a handful. People are pretty levelheaded, and I believe this would not be hard to save a lot of wasted sauce and product cost loss. Leaving five stars because the meats are phenomenal. I'm not gonna do a star just because the sauce situation is awkward. Had a great time! I used to love coming here when Gwen worked here... The drink selections are great! Atmosphere is phenomenal. Great seating outside with a big stage. Plenty of space for children to run around and play. I will definitely continue to come back. I have high hopes for the sauce situation to be slightly altered to avoid loss/waste. Hopefully someday soon. read more

Smokesmith Bar-B-Que - Outdoor dining - Barbeque Near Me - Sandpoint, Idaho

Absurd 45 min prior to closing on a Wednesday claim sold out! Wasted 25 minutes of my time driving there! read more

Smokesmith Bar-B-Que - Absurd 45 min prior to closing on a Wednesday - Barbeque Near Me - Sandpoint, Idaho

Amazing bbq and side dishes. All the meats were flavorful, juicy, and tender and the sides were top tier. We ate on their patio which was great, dog friendly too. Service was excellent! read more

Smokesmith Bar-B-Que - Barbeque Near Me - Sandpoint, Idaho

I am writing this to warn other diners about a major health and safety issue at this restaurant. I ordered the bbq beans and mac-and-cheese, which is universally expected to be a mild, cheesy comfort food. However, this place serves it covered in crushed Hot Cheetos with an extreme, unadvertised level of spice. There was absolutely no warning on the menu, and the staff did not mention that this dish carries severe heat. Hiding intense spice under a standard menu name is incredibly irresponsible. For anyone with a low spice tolerance, a gastrointestinal condition, an allergy, asthma or even a heart condition, these side dishes is downright dangerous. The restaurant needs to change its menu description immediately to protect its customers. If you cannot handle intense, unexpected heat, avoid these side dishes at all costs. read more

When your Hubby goes straight for the Jalapeno Cheddar sausage, and yammered about getting it the whole drive on the way to Sandpoint, you better know a place is this good. They are the best BBQ anywhere around our area, and I think we have some really great BBQ places where we live. I find it hard to not do smoked turkey, but this time I had amazing brisket and pulled pork that just had me shaking my head. I love their sides! And isn't that important to have, right? This place does it all so delicious. Not our first or last time here! read more

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We visited sandpoint on a day trip looking for some furnishings for our home. Before we left I looked for a good place for us to stop and have lunch. We decided we wanted to have bbq. Smokesmith caught our eye. So glad, it was a perfect choice. It smelled so good walking in. Nice and clean inside and the choices were numerous. We ordered the platter #1 to share. Added a couple burnt ends and ribs so we had a sampling of everything (except the chicken). Mouthwatering every bite. We chose the potato salad, corn and macc and cheese for sides and hubby had some beans. Each one had an original twist on the classic. We sat by the fireplace and really dug in. Took half of it home for another meal. That will be tonight with buns and our own sides. Definitely a must stop when in Sandpoint. Thanks for a great pre-valentines day lunch date! read more

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Great food and environment with kind and efficient staff. My wife and i will definitely be back! read more

Smokesmith Bar-B-Que - Brisket, pulled pork, mac and meat with burnt ends - Barbeque Near Me - Sandpoint, Idaho

Smokesmith has the BEST smoked meats in Sandpoint. Lots of tvs as well for Sunday football and PBR just the way I like it...cold and cheap! Friendly staff and good mix of spicy and regular bbq sauce. read more

Holy smokes! This place was INCREDIBLE! The service was great, the place was clean and the food was on point. We were doing a food safari a couple months ago and this was our first stop. I know, I'm a little behind, but this place sticks out. It was early in the day, so we got there as they were opening. We lucked out as Saturday's they have Burnt Ends and we got them topped over their Mac and Cheese. Wow, just wow! Let's start with the Mac and Cheese. The noodles were perfectly cooked so they weren't mushy but still had texture. The cheese sauce was creamy and dreamy and had a hint of spice as it was speckled with pimentos. Now for the Burnt Ends. First off, you get a generous portion of this delectably juicy, smoked, seasoned brisket. The flavor permeated the meat, and every piece was tender. On the side of the table there are a couple of barbecue sauces that you can choose from. All of them were delicious, but the meat by itself was incredible. Please stop in and give this place a try!! DELICIOUS! Disclaimer, great barbecue takes patience, skill, and a great product. This translates to higher prices, but you are getting a better experience. Barbecue is not fast food, so you get what you pay for, and I'm willing to pay for a great product. Great job Smokesmith! read more

Smokesmith Bar-B-Que - Barbeque Near Me - Sandpoint, Idaho

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Incredible food with great service. Everyone was friendly at the counter and was more than willing to keep food warm for a friend while my wife and I ate. The plater was definitely the move for 2 to share. All the meat is amazing by itself but since their house-made sauce is right there, might as well give you some recommended combinations: Jalapeño Cheddar Sausage with the sweet BBQ sauce and Brisket with the spicy sauces were the highlights. I live out of town, but we're already planning on making a trip back asap to hopefully catch some of their live music scene! read more

Smokesmith Bar-B-Que - The plater with Jalapeño Cheddar Sausage, Brisket, and Pulled Pork with Corn Bread, and 3 sides. - Barbeque Near Me - Sandpoint, Idaho

This place is legit. Allow me to unpack that a little bit: The menu offerings are everything you would expect from a solid barbecue joint: Brisket, pulled pork, ribs, chicken, and a solid variety of very tasty sausages. We went with a family style sampler tray that had 1/2 to a full pound of everything and no one went home hungry. Indeed, I used some of the leftovers later that evening to make some pulled pork grilled cheese sandwiches. I'm no expert when it comes to barbecue, but the brisket was cut-with-your-fork tender and dissolves in your mouth like a snowflake made of delicious smoke and meat. They provide cardboard trays and containers for takeout, but their plates are just precut pieces of parchment paper, which rhymes perfectly with the relaxed, roadhouse atmosphere they furnish. My son was a little overwhelmed by the smoky smell within, but if you arrive hungry, that smell is gonna push you over the edge to straight up famished. They also have a good range of sauces for dipping or dousing, and cornbread as sweet as cake. If I've a complaint it's that the sauces are a bit on the thin side, but no less tasty for the consistency. We came at a time when they weren't very busy so parking wasn't an issue, but the lot is largely fenced in if you're cruising in from Boyer, and I imagine it could get a little hairy if there's a dinner or lunch hour in/out flux of traffic. There are ample sidewalks near abouts, however, so if you'd prefer to park off site and walk in, there's plenty of that as well. Overall, great place and a very unique and tasty dining experience. read more

Smokesmith Bar-B-Que - My kids absorbing the atmosphere at Smokesmith. - Barbeque Near Me - Sandpoint, Idaho

Brisket oh my. The big 'ol smokers out back are a dead giveaway this place can serve up some B B Q. Great quality meats, but have you tried that coleslaw? Seriously, all I need is that brisket. What time do they open? Hot tip, you can order online, grab it to head out on the boat or chill on your own deck with. They have great outdoor tables/lawn at Smokesmith also. read more

Some of the best BBQ in the area, coming from someone who grew up in KC! We loved the pulled pork and smoked turkey. We were in near close and they were out of brisket. You can tell each side is made with attention to detail. The mac and cheese and banana pudding were amazing. Counter service was quick and courteous. Several NA beer options. read more

This was our first time at Smokesmith. Having been recommended by a friend, I had pretty high expectations and was not disappointed! We ordered a little of just about everything on the menu and it all came through perfectly! Definitely will return soon! read more

Smokesmith Bar-B-Que - #2 platter with a side of ribs - Barbeque Near Me - Sandpoint, Idaho

The food is consitantly amazing and fall off theh bone good. Drafts are cold and plentiful. The staff is are amazing and exelent in their knowedge. The restaraunt is super chill and laid back. Grab a bit, an drink and a seat and enjoy! read more

Fabulous bbq- sold the traditional way by weight of the meat. Not fancy- served on paper covered trays- but what amazing flavor. The Cole slaw side was my favorite followed by the Mac and cheese! Beers on tap were local and great with the meat. If you are looking for a casual spot and great bbq this is the one read more

I was recommended this place by a pit master in San Antonio, TX (2M Smokehouse) and it did not disappoint. All the sides were flavorful and the pork belly burnt ends were amazing. The pork rib meat fell off the bone and was delicious. The service was great and they were more than willing to give us a sample of meats to taste them first. The setup was cute and friendly and reminded me of a Texas BBQ spot. I highly recommend stopping in and getting some flavor and spice at this amazing smokehouse. read more

Smokesmith Bar-B-Que - Pork ribs, pork belly burnt ends, macaroni and cheese, corn, baked beans and potato salad - Barbeque Near Me - Sandpoint, Idaho

The family and I recently had a meal here and event. The restaurant is nice and had a good vibe with all they had dome to make it a bbq spot in sandpoint. The staff was nice and professional. We got our food in a timely manner and it looked good. For me, the price was way to high for the amount we received. The price point felt it should have been around $75 to $90 dollars. Not the $130 we spent. The burnt ends, sausage, and pulled pork was pretty tasty and great texture. The brisket was good but could have been smoked a bit longer for that deeper flavor and bigger smoke ring. The corn bread was delicious and the sides were a delight. read more

I was raised in Georgia and ate a lot of BBQ during those 37 years. Smokesmith Bar-B-Que is some of the best I have ever tasted! Their pulled pork sandwhich was piled high with meat. The person who took my order was the owner! When she found out I was sharing with my daughter, she offered to cut our sandwhich in half. The restaurant was clean and tidy. The owner came out to check on us once we were seated. She was friendly and humble when I gushed about their amazing BBQ. I will definitely be back with my husband and son in tow! read more

As someone who eats Kansas City BBQ frequently I thought this place was terrific. Brisket was excellent, Coleslaw yummy and bean were great. The best food in the area. Beats anything in CDA and surrounding cities by far!! Keep up the great work. We will be back!!! read more

literally perfect, the brisket is AMAZING. the only one around that comes close to texas style brisket. the rub is perfectly flavored and they smoke the wood low and slow with real wood so it has an amazing smoke ring. the smoked wings are perfection, the ribs are always fall apart, and the burnt ends are soooo good. the mac and cheese is great too. literally love this place! the service is also really prompt and great. you can't call in orders but it's worth it even if you want take out, go place the order. the building and ambiance is really cool too, industrial and chill. one of my favorite places around read more

Great food, very friendly service. Nice ambiance. Only draw back is awkward entrance.

I am so glad we decided to try this place. I've eaten at plenty of great BBQ places in the south and all over Texas but have had less than optimal experiences in Idaho, so expectations were somewhat reserved. We were greeted with smiling faces the second we walked in and the place was clean with a nice vibe. We ordered the combo plate with pulled pork, brisket, and sausage with three sides. The brisket was perfect. Great bark and pull apart tender. The pork was moist and full of flavor. Both were perfectly smoked where the flavor of the meat wasn't masked by excessive smokiness. The German and jalapeño cheese sausages were delicious. The sides were fantastic. Cornbread that was moist and served with butter and honey. Mac and cheese that was creamy and gooey with a nice crumble of what I guess to be flaming hot Cheetos on top. The coleslaw was nice with a hint of sweetness and the Mexican corn was the star of all three. Delicious. I also like that they have a condiment station where I can get pickles, onions, jalapenos, etc. There were two sauces on the table and more at the condiments station. I tasted them and they were good, but I didn't use them because the meats were so good on their own. If you want some authentic Texas Q, this is the place. I thought the price for the amount and quality of the food was spot on. read more

After attending a local wine fest, we were hungry. BBQ sounded good so we stopped on our way home. There was a bit if a line as everything is made to order. The bartender approached us and asked us for our drink orders. They have several beers on tap and plenty of non-alcoholic and unique beverages in their coolers. There are handheld menus and a large menu on the wall. The line moved fairly well even though they were having issues with the meat scale. The special was a Pastrami Reuben. He had half a sandwich and a side of cole slaw. The meat was tender, slightly crispy, and full of great flavor. It came on marble rye bread. I got the Mac Daddy which is shell pasta, which is not overly cheesed, and topped with lulled pork. Again the meat was tender and juicy. None of their meats are over smoked and you can actually taste the meat. I got a side of their beans. They have 4 different sizes of sides. There is a nice condiment bar with several sauce from sweet to spicy. There are also pickled onions, jalapeños, and a frw other items. We sat outside as the weather was nice and there was a live band playing. There is a grass area for kids to play and corn hole boards to use. read more

We tried their brisket (5/5 stars) and pulled pork (5/5 stars) and thought that both were about as the best BBQ in Seattle, WA!! The macaroni and cheese (4/5 stars) has some Velveeta energy, but we still liked it. The beans (3/5 stars) we'd probably pass on next time and try a different side dish. We'd try this restaurant again next time we're in Sandpoint, ID! read more

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Melt in your mouth delicious!! We were driving by and smelled the aroma from our car and HAD to stop for lunch instead of the place we were headed to lol. The staff is nice and welcoming. The meats are smoked to perfection. All the sides we chose were epic but that smoked Mac and cheese was to die for! Corn bread was perfectly soft and moist! All of their sauces were tasty as well! Would recommend to any BBQ lover!! read more

Yay, North Idaho Panhandle. Oh boy, these pitmasters are great. Easily the most enjoyable BBQ experience I've had in years, and the Inland NW has come a loooong way since the early 2000s for good 'cue. For me, moistness in the smoked protein is everything. Pork is a natural, and easy to do, but brisket is not. Their brisket was....butter. Tender, beefy, nice crust, and not over smoked. Lordy lord, I do this at home and cannot duplicate their expertise. I will pay a premium for meat like this. And don't get me started on their smoked Jalapeno Cheddar Sausage. Dream worthy. A lot of care and monitoring goes with creating food like this. Sides were fresh and savory as well, with cornbread that had a slight pudding quality to it, yet was not overly sweet. That closed the circle for me. My highest rating for these guys, for sure. Yeah, buddy... read more

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This restaurant does it all and does it right. The meat is very tender and flavorful.They have a good selection of sauces. The portions are massive. Probably most impressive were the sides. They were all a step above what you would get at any restaurant. Our favorites were the mac n cheese and potato salad. The tater tot casserole was also a welcome suprise. They have a nice bar and a really nice outdoor seating area with grass that makes it a nice place to take kids. I didn't take pics because I was with my toddlers but it was all delicious. read more

We finally made the trek to Smokesmith Bar-B-Que in Sandpoint ID. The food is beyond delectable. My favorite is a close race between the brisket and ribs. It's perfectly smoked, moist and unbelievably tender. The sides they offer are unique and also delicious. Great slaw, Mac and cheese, and do not miss the tater tot casserole! Corn bread is moist and just sweet enough. Whatever you do, do not miss slathering your choice of meats with Sean's Spicy Carolina sauce. He makes it in house and if it's not on store shelves soon I'll be shocked. The building is super cool, with local and family deco. It has an outside stage with local music and tables to eat at. Great local beer and wine selections and fantastic employees. Sean and Katie Smith have a great thing going. Support this young couple and come hungry to Smokesmith! read more

Smokesmith Bar-B-Que - All the meats! All the sides! - Barbeque Near Me - Sandpoint, Idaho

I'm giving this 2 stars because they are very friendly and the restaurant is nice but the food is not good at all. The meat was average but not really smoked. The potato salad was really really bad hard potatoes not sure they had been cooked and completely loaded with black pepper my husband likes black pepper and couldn't choke them down. The Mac n cheese was pretty good. The BBQ sauce is not good taste a lot like ketchup. Definitely expensive. read more

Food is good. Been here a couple times. They sell out often so keep that in mind. Yo me the beans are too got damn spicy. Overall tasty but like most BBQ places, you will drop $40 for lunch. Just saying. Service is usually very good. The vibe to me, is somewhat of an issue. Good but some of the men working there, can not be from Idaho. Almost like entitled little shits from LA area. So with this said, meh I'll stop in a couple times a year. Place can get busy and again they do sell out often. Large ass families stop in and eat it all up. I wish the spice would come down a bit on the beans but the pull my pork, ribs and brisket are pretty good. Texas of course smokes their asses but hey it's north idaho, can't expect Texas BBQ levels here. Period. read more

The food is good and the service is ok. The main problem is the parking. It's located at the intersection of several small streets with a weird and unhelpful one-way system. Parking at the restaurant appears to be limited to 4 or 5 narrow spaces. It used to be possible to park on the other side of the lot, but this has now been taken over by a Garden center, with new signs prohibiting parking for non-customers (though they didn't appear to have any customers at the time). Parking on Pine Street close by appears to be prohibited also. Get the parking situation fixed and this will rate four stars! read more

The foods super good. Top 10 BBQ I've had. The service is always horrid. Every time the waitresses/bartenders are rude. The one time someone was nice it was a man and I'm not sure who he was. read more

We've been hoping something great would open on this location here in Sandpoint and are pleased to report that a delicious BBQ meal can now be enjoyed daily in a casual indoor and outdoor setting. They're adding umbrellas outside for summer and I would love to see a return of outdoor movies but we shall see. We ordered and shared the Mac & meat with tri tip and it was mouth watering, flavorful, and tender, the Mac & cheese was delicious and a great combo with the meat, the potato salad was unique and delicious. Nice addition is the sauce varieties, pickled onions, pickles, jalapeños and various BBQ sauces provided with fresh cold water at a self service bar in the restaurant. We will definitely be back ! read more

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Our first time and tried a lot of things. We loved the pork ribs, Cole slaw, cornbread with honey, sausages, smoked turkey and beer choices which led to good beer. The servers were friendly and helpful. Price was good. We will not get the brisket again because it was too dry. The pulled pork mixed into the beans improved both the pork and the beans. We liked the condiments, sauces, loved the pickles and onions. The potato salad is delicious if you love mustard which my spouse does and I do not. The outdoor dining is perfect on an October Sandpoint afternoon. They also have two ultra spicy hot sauces which are great for the lovers of hot and spicy. And the staff was wonderful. We will go back to try Platter #4 This is a good place for BBQ read more

Outstanding tasting food at a reasonable prices. Definitely worth the drive north from Athol. read more

Authentic Texas bbq - brisket, ribs and chicken as good as it gets! I sincerely believe the best bbq in Idaho. Multiple compliments from our guests. It rates right up there with our two favorite bbq restaurants in Dallas - Hutchins and Pecan Lodge. read more

Having been stationed in Texas for over 15 years during my time in the Army then staying there for another 6 years after retirement I enjoyed Texas style Bar-B-Q many times. Since moving back to the INW almost 12 years ago I have searched for that same experience far and wide. I hadn't found it until yesterday when my wife and I visited Smokesmith Bar-B-Que in Sandpoint Idaho. The atmosphere matched Texas shops but with a North Idaho flare. The service was phenomenal with the servers being very attentive and courteous. Even one of the owners came out to get our opinion and she seemed genuinely interested in what we had to say. The food was awesome with plenty of items to choose from. There's saying that there is no such thing as great and cheap Bar B Q. You can only have one of the two, but even with the food being so great it was reasonably priced for the amount and quality of it. Even the sides had plenty of variety with 1 in particular of special note, they have banana pudding. There is no such thing as Texas Bar B Q without banana pudding, and so far this is the only place in the INW I have found that serves it. With all this being said they are missing 2 things I was looking for to lock it in as Texas style. Ribs ( I may have just missed these), and jugs of home brew iced tea. But with the quality and attention to detail of the rest I can make a concession for these, and I will definitely be coming back!!! read more

Nice BBQ restaurant in Sandpoint. When you have a craving for BBQ, this place will satisfy your needs. The sides are a bit spicy but good, and the meats are delicious. Not sure if they even have ribs, because they have not had them the three times I've been there, but I wish they had them. They have a good selection of beer on tap for all to enjoy. This is an order at the counter place, so if you're ok with that, this is the place. They had some good live music on the Friday night we were there, but I'm not sure how often they have it. read more

Seriously good smoked meats, delicious sides, amazing sauces. Highly recommend. Parking is lacking though.