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Good decent BBQ joint, not too Smokey and not overcooked meats: but they do offer so much more too like fried catfish and burgers. Give them a try. Staff are super friendly and the current space is attractive. read more

My boyfriend and I stopped by Smokey John's for dinner during our trip to Dallas and can confidently say this was the best BBQ we've had during all our trips to Texas. The brisket melted in our mouth and the ribs were so tender and tasty. I loved the flavor of the chicken. And from the BBQ sauces to choose from, the spicy was my favorite. This restaurant is pretty casual, with a window to order at and plenty of seating to choose from inside. We watched part of the hockey game they had on the tvs while we ate. The employees were really nice and made sure we had all we needed to enjoy our dinner. We will be back for more BBQ soon! read more

Smokey John's Bar-B-Que - Big Smoke Plate (3 Meats) Ribs Chicken Brisket Mac n cheese Cornbread - Barbeque Near Me - Dallas, Texas

The best brisket goes to Smokey John ! The brisket plate I had was so good, very tender and juicy. The meat was just falling apart and I enjoyed every bite of it. The Mac and cheese didn't stand a chance. I ate it up in four bites. It was cheesy, creamy and seasoned well. The collard greens were just right and juicy. My favorite was the banana pudding, because it taste just like my grandma made it. read more

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If Smokey John's ain't the best bbq in Dallas, please direct me to somewhere better. This plate slapped! I ordered for delivery fresh off my flight. 2 meat plate, the ribs were excellent but that brisket is like no other! Juicy, tender, and flavorful. Barely needed the bbq sauce on the side, but obvi I still dipped that morsel of goodness. 10/10 Reccomended! read more

Smokey John's Bar-B-Que - The Smoke Plate - Barbeque Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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The BBQ here is amazing! The combination plate are tasty, and the sides are so good, you want a full order as your meal. It's close to Dallas Love Field, and it's a good place to pick up some food to take on a trip. Much better than airplane food! read more

SMOKEY JOHNS @smokeyjohnsbbq -- a Black family-owned restaurant right by Dallas Love Field Airport!! OMG... what an EXPERIENCE. The food is so good you can literally taste the love in every bite. Every dish feels intentional, perfected, and made with pride. SO. DELICIOUS. But what really stood out? The EXCEPTIONAL service. Every single staff member looked happy to be part of the @smokeyjohnsbbq family ..and that energy is contagious. Co-owner Brent personally came by every table to make sure guests were enjoying their visit... and honestly, you don't see that kind of care often anymore. I'm still trying to figure out why @guyfieri hasn't pulled up yet WHERE YOU AT?! Y'all tag @guyfieri in the comments to support @smokeyjohnsbbq!! Tag @keith_lee125 too!! Shoot... tag everybody!! We LOVE seeing #blackownedrestaurants THRIVING 10/10 experience. No notes. Tell them @foodiesonthemove_ sent you!! read more

On our flight the flight attendant recommend this place. Its a few minutes from the airport. When we got there, it wasn't busy, there were a few people waiting for to go orders. I ordered a brisket sandwich with 2 sides and peach cobbler to go(no picture). The brisket was great. The Mac and cheese was good. The greens were decent, they didnt have a lot of flavor. I drank the sweet tea and I mean sweet!( oh so good) read more

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This was second trip to old Smokey John's... First time in long time. I didn't dine in this time since I was in my lunch break, so I opted to try their online ordering. I got the big smoke plate which consists of it choice of three meats, two sides, and cornbread. The cornbread might've been extra but it was worth it!! Friendly people, always welcoming. Great atmosphere and the food is just delicious!! read more

Smokey John's Bar-B-Que - Barbeque Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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Coming to Texas from California, one of the things I enjoy most, is being able to try all the different bbq locations Dallas has to offer. I was excited trying Smokey John's BBQ especially given how high the reviews are. The staff behind the cafeteria-style line were friendly, which I appreciated. Unfortunately, the food didn't live up to the hype during my visit on 1/2/2026. I arrived around 11:30 a.m., so I'm not sure if I was served older food, but the ribs were thin, dry, and burnt. The brisket was tough and lacked flavor. The yams were decent (6/10), and the mac and cheese was average (5/10). I'm hoping this was just an off day, because the reputation suggests better. I'm willing to give it another try, but this visit was disappointing. read more

Smokey John's Bar-B-Que - Two meat plate ribs and brisket with Mac and yams - Barbeque Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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This is a solid, family-owned and operated BBQ spot if you're looking to dodge the more popularized places in DFW. There's ample parking, a decent amount of seating, and you can tell the staff really prioritizes customer service -- which is rare, but definitely noticed and deeply appreciated. They offer a wide variety of sides, which I enjoy, especially as someone who doesn't eat pork. There were lots of pork-free dishes, which is a rare and welcome find. That said, the BBQ itself wasn't smoked or marinated the way I'm used to, and I wasn't a fan of having to ask for each condiment one by one (onions, jalapeños, BBQ sauce, etc.). Still, I'd come again if I was on this side of town. read more

Smokey John's Bar-B-Que - Barbeque Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Wanted to love it, but a few things were just not giving great experience. The big posted menu by where you order has no prices - so you have to look at the printed and laminated menu - and if you are going to have 2 menus - make them match so you can figure out what's what. Like did the 1st combo plate let you have brisket on it? I'l never know. The lady serving the sides, she just was NOT into it, she was slow and grumpy and difficult to understand. The brisket sandwich gets points for a well grilled roll, but the meat itself was dry. The highpoint were the pork ribs and the mac and cheese. The green beans were not great. Cornbread was okay. read more

We went to Smokey John 3x during our vacation in Dallas and it did not disappoint! Food was DELICIOUS!!!!!! I had the fried catfish, collard greens and Mac and cheese each time. My husband had a Po'boy sandwich and fries. Absolutely delicious!! I was tempted to go back one more time with my Tupperware to take food back home, but my husband thought i was going too far (smh) Separate from the food, the entire staff was so pleasant and kind when we were there. This place is DEFINITELY bookmarked and we will be returning! read more

Smokey John's Bar-B-Que - Outside of establishment - Barbeque Near Me - Dallas, Texas

After flying to Dallas, my fiancé and I knew we needed to try some good Texas bbq. Smokey John's was a 5 min drive to our hotel and it did not disappoint. I ordered the Smoke on the Bone and my fiancé ordered the Catfish Basket. Everything was delicious as we had hoped it would be. Service was wonderful. We got to try a sample of the ribs (which solidified my choice for the Smoke on the Bone plate) and someone checked up on us to make sure we were okay. And prices were not too bad. Definitely give this place a try if you're in the area and are craving for some good bbq. read more

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You did it again Smokey John. Paid another visit to you guys and almost made a spectacle of myself again. The food was so good all there was left for me to do is to immediately take a nap right there at the table. To call it comfort food is an understatement. Still the reigning bbq champion of Dallas hands down. This is not a paid review, I'm just speaking from my stomach. read more

Smokey John's Bar-B-Que - Sausage, turkey in bbq sauce with Mac and cheese, candied yams, cornbread, strawberry cake. - Barbeque Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Customer service was wonderful food was fresh but the potatoe was burned at the bottom and was delicious will return

First time here and I'm already impressed. The brisket was tender, smoky, and full of flavor--exactly how real BBQ should be. The greens were perfectly seasoned, and the mac & cheese was rich, creamy, and straight comfort food. Every bite hit. On top of that, Drew's customer service was awesome--welcoming, attentive, and made the whole experience even better. You can tell they care about both the food and the people. If this was my first visit, it definitely won't be my last. Highly recommend. read more

Great experience! Food and service was outstanding! Visited w a large group and they were very accommodating and served everyone with such great care! Will definitely revisit if in the area again. It's been way too long since I have visited a location of theirs. read more

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My husband loves BBQ, so we support this business on the regular!! The food is good, so that explains the prices!

This place is off the chain . Drove by here the past 5 years and never stopped. We stopped in today and was not what I thought. Better than a lot of bbq I have had . Best brisket I have had . Breezy hooked me up with all the good stuff . read more

The best smoky barbecue in the Midwest #IMeanAmerica . Where else would you go and get a free brisket? Sandwich burger #AreYouKiddingMeNowhere #OnlyHereAtSmokeyJohn'sInDallasTexas #IfYouWantGreatTexasOriginalSmokyBarbecueYouKnowWhereToGo #AndIfYouDon'tKnowThenYouCan'tUnderstandThisPostAndYouDon'tDeserveTheFood #AllTheWayFromNanakuliHawaii stay blessed oha read more

The staff and place is friendly and clean. It's easy to navigate the menu. The hardest part is deciding what you want! I was hungry so I got the 2 meat combo with a side and Mac and Cheese and beans. Both excellent. The meat choices were Brisket and ribs. Both flavorful and tender. read more

Smokey John's Bar-B-Que - Killed it! - Barbeque Near Me - Dallas, Texas

It was more like 4 1/2 because it wasn't mind blowing but everything we tried was so good! We specifically chose this place due to its proximity to Lovefield airport (only 5min down the street). We had the brisket, turkey, ribs, hot links (my favorite), mac & cheese, slaw, beans, potato salad, Texas toast and cornbread. We also got a side of sauce but the meats were good seasoned as-is. It did have some rush and slow periods of people but we were able to push some tables together for our group. Staff were friendly and welcoming. The only negatives were the time it takes to get thru the line and get fried fish. I appreciate how everything is freshly cut and prepared but I kept wondering if the wait time was normal since it's set up like a Chipotle counter line? My cousin ordered the fish and started to get a little antsy but it came out within the stated timeframe. You are warned that it can take 15-20min for fried fish, however, the poor girl next to us waited over 30min, checked with the front a few times, but was ultimately told her ticket got lost. I hope that's just a one off but my family enjoyed it and we all agreed we would be back! read more

We thought the jalapeño sausage was the best thing here! This was a different kind of bbq that was more vinegar based? Not 100% sure. It was MUCH different than pecan lodge for instance though. You go up to a counter to order and you can see the meat right there. They let us try a small piece of sausage to make sure it wasn't going to be too hot for us. read more

Smokey John's Bar-B-Que - The Smoke Plate - Barbeque Near Me - Dallas, Texas

First time trying Dallas BBQ and I hit the jackpot! Rib meat was fall off the bone with just the right amount of smoke and char. The brisket was juicy and tender without being fatty. And the chicken was perfectly cooked and not dry. The sauce was perfect, as was the cole slaw. Mac & cheese, sweet potatoes and corn bread weren't the best I've had but complimented the meat nicely. The service was friendly. Crystal was like a long lost friend greeting you. It was busy during lunch but the line went quick. read more

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I can now remove Smokey John's from my bookmarks. I came here straight from Love Field airport because I was starving. The inside was nice, clean, and roomy on the inside with a wonder smokey smell. The ordering is cafeteria style so I went down the line and got a brisket plate with 2 sides (mac and cheese, greens). I was given a choice of cornbread or Texas toast and I opted for the toast which none was ready. I was told that I would have a piece brought to my table and I proceeded to sit down and eat hard. I hate to say I didn't enjoy my food. There was nothing spectacular about the brisket flavor wise. I can at least say it was tender. The greens were tender but salty. The mac and cheese was probably the best out of everything but not great. I never saw that piece of Texas toast that was promised to me and I was not happy about that. It wasn't busy and I walked straight in and ordered when I got there so go figure. Being from Texas I expect a barbecue spot to deliver and Smokey Johns dropped the ball through poor food and service. I wouldn't come back nor could I recommend this place to anyone. There are too many great barbecue places to eat at in the great state of Texas and the competition is fierce. read more

Smokey John's Bar-B-Que - BBQ plate with brisket, Mac and Cheese, and Collard Greens. Don't know what was going on that day but food wasn't good. - Barbeque Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Welcoming! Bright and clean! Friendly and polite servers. Taste before you buy available by asking. Expert cutting and preparation of foods. Community ambiance and decor. Food delicious! Attentive staff. Did I mention food delicious! read more

First time here. Awesome food, friendly staff. Close to our hotel and well worth the $$. Don't miss it if you are in Dallas. Nice music, not loud and we could actually hear ourselves talking! read more

I placed a take out order here on November 4, 2024 after competing in a Jiu Jitsu Tournament in Dallas. I was craving BBQ -- thanks to Yelp, I stumbled upon Smokey John's. It was about an hour to closing so the place was almost empty. But the staff here were still very attentive, professional and friendly. Popular menu items include: slow-cooked brisket, juicy ribs, house-made sausages, fried catfish, blackened tilapia, collard greens, candied sweet potatoes, and mac and cheese. I ordered " The Smoke Plate" brisket with collard greens and Mac n cheese. And they did NOT disappoint! When in Dallas, you have to stop by Smokey John's for some BBQ, you won't regret it!! read more

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Excellent barbecue, of course. Among the very best I've had. We tried the brisket, ribs and hot links. Sides included coleslaw, mashed taters and coleslaw. All were spot-on tasty and fresh. The friendliest staff treats you like nothing is more important than making you happy! We would eat here at least weekly if we lived locally! read more

Smokey John's Bar-B-Que - Inside - Barbeque Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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I had the beef tips and rice with cabbage and yams, and it was delicious, every one was courteous and nice, made my day! Please check them out, bbq delicious! read more

The brisket was salty and they didn't have prices on the menu. We tried the chopped brisket sandwiches at the State Fair and those were up to par, but not this place. Before you reach the restaurant in the parking lot, these damn people from Texas drive like maniacs. Have always been a careful/cautious driver and was turned off when parking my car in the parking lot. When it was time to leave this place, l looked to the left/right while starting my car and there was no one. Lo and behold, some broad comes driving around the corner in a damn hurry that she almost ended up hitting someone else. That was enough for me, and l hightailed it out of there. Don't come here unless you want to be disappointed, have money to throw away, or be around aggressive drivers. read more

From the moment we stepped foot in the door we felt like part of the family. The staff is warm and welcoming. No fake greetings here! The food... well, it was incredible! Being from Austin, we know BBQ and this is hands down better than most of the BBQ we've experienced at home. Meeting Brent and hearing him reminisce with stories about his parents starting out was the highlight of our visit. You can't go wrong with good food and good people! These folks have both! read more

I had some family come from Alabama and they know great BBQ. Took a chance on taking them somewhere I've never been. The food was delicious. Would've been perfect if they didn't tell they ran out of rib tips in the middle of the day. Otherwise, I was impressed with my first experience there. read more

The half pastrami sandwich is to die for! We tried it at the fair however it is now being offered on weekends at their Dallas location, check socials. read more

Smokey John's Bar-B-Que - Pastrami Sandwich Plate - Barbeque Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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My wife loves the new state fair foods. She saw the local fox channel featuring Smokey John's smoked pastrami. Since pastrami is made from brisket I was intrigued. We live about 90 minutes north of John's but a trip to love field seemed like the perfect opportunity to try them. I will say this sandwich is only available Friday and Saturdays for a limited time. This was an amazing sandwich I mean the most delicious moist meat I've had. Service on rye bread with a slice of Swiss. I've had the famous Katz deli pastrami I think this is better. Just when I thought it could not be better, I bought their Friday only turkey dinner to go. Holly cow I got home a few our later and had I Fork full of the dressing, maybe the best I have had. And the yams OMG. Brothers Brent and Juan are doing their dad John proud. The brother were working augmenting staff and just interacting with customers. I had a good guess they were the owners by the way the carried themselves. I had to look them up to be sure. I cannot wait to come back next week for some BBQ. If you don't come try this food you are doing yourself a disservice. Five stars are not enough read more

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The food is phenomenal! I had to drive a long way to get home with my catfish basket, but the food is so good. I didn't even have to heat the fries up. They were still good cold! The fish is excellent and fried to perfection. The sides are absolutely delicious. I heard some coworkers discussing this place and decided to try it and I was definitely not disappointed. I will be back for sure! read more

I didn't know Texas BBQ ribs could be this good! It was the right balance of tangy, sweet and savory! The servers were considerate and helpful, and they gave recommendations for what to order. I had the plate with rib, meat and 2 sides. The brisket was good too but the ribs were the stand-out. Don't forget the peach cobbler with extra crust! It's on the sweeter side but still enjoyable nonetheless! read more

Smokey John's Bar-B-Que - Ribs, brisket, collard greens, coleslaw and corn bread. - Barbeque Near Me - Dallas, Texas

My go to bbq spot in the DFW area. The food is always outstanding, and being able to order a plate with sides works better than ordering meats by weight for me. read more

Smokey John's Bar-B-Que - Ribs - Barbeque Near Me - Dallas, Texas

I was visiting in town and had a craving for hot links. So I looked up this place and had my brother take me there for the first time. Well let me say the atmosphere was chilled and not over crowded. But the staff was super amazing! They greeted us when we arrived and explained how to order food. We both ordered the fried fish basket, it came with five pieces and fries. I got small greens and Mac&Cheese. Greens were good and same with Mac&Cheese. Also, I got the hot link basket with fries, to go, ordered with no salt. We had to wait about 15-20 on the fish basket and it was worth it. They came hot and seasoned very well. My brother was full and enjoyed it. I had sweet tea and peach cobbler for dessert, which I brought back to the motel for later. And to top it off, the Sons owner stopped over to thank us for coming and had a wonderful demeanor. I would definitely come back again, because the staff was constantly asking if we needed anything. read more

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