WOW. Was craving some good southern barbecue and man did this do just the trick. Ordered the sampler plate with four sides for me and my dad. My favorites were the fried okra, beans, mac, BRISKET, and KOOL AID. The sauce was the classic Kansas sweet and spicy barbecue sauce. read more

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Visitors to town, we tried this place based on the Yelp reviews. It didn't disappoint. We were greeted by the owner/pit master who steered us well. We ordered for take out to eat later at our AirBNB. The food was great!! Recommend... read more

Oh, man, great BBQ. Great sides. My daughter and I shared the sample meat platter, which at $27 for four meats, four sides, and two drinks, is a good deal. We choose tri-tip. Tri-tip! Hardly anyone outside of California, and Central California especially, doesn't know about tri-tip. We also had chicken, ribs, and hot links. All were very tasty. (We agreed, however, that we liked the amazing chicken at another establishment.) They were already out of the brisket. Sad face. For sides, we got collared greens, some of the best I've had anywhere, the cole slaw, baked beans, and mac & cheese--all excellent. I also splurged and had the sweet potato pie. That was OK, didn't knock my socks off, though. For drinks, they have Kool-aid there! That was a treat for our drinks. I think they are one of the better BBQ places in town, and although really four plus stars for me, I would definitely recommend that you go and give them a try. 5* = A top favorite. Mind-blowing good. I will definitely return and I will go out of my way to go here. Worth every dime of my money. 4* = Outstanding. Tucson-top-tier. Some elements not quite as good as it gets, but it still is worthy of my regular business. 3* = Good experience. I might do repeat business if it is convenient, the only option, the only one in its category, or on a whim, but would not be among the first thing to come to mind. Would definitely recommend you trying it to get your own take on it. 2* = Not so good. Would not recommend at all. Waste of money. 1* = How are they still in business? Stay away at all costs! read more

Smokey Mo - 4 meat 4 side 2 drink combo! Hot links, tri tip, ribs, chicken. - Barbeque Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

This is hands down the best BBQ in Tucson. We have been searching for good BBQ for a year since moving here from Florida. Today we finally found it! Its not just good, its above anything we have had in years and better than anything the Carolinas have to offer. The pulled pork is soft and moist and flavorful. The chicken was lightly smoked and falling off the bone. The sauce was bursting with spices and slightly tangy, a little heat and robust. We loved that is wasn't sweet but was savory in taste. The collard greens were phenomenal, and the slaw was perfect, again, not sweet but flavorful. Service was excellent. We ask before we left about the origin of the BBQ and its a family owned business that originates from Kansas style BBQ. It was quiet when we went, but I would imagine soon this place will have a huge following. For the win, Smokey Mos!!!!! You have to try it! read more

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Unfortunately the food was very unsavory, the brisket did not taste smoked, the greens were taste less, it was nothing that was expected, The barbecue sauce was sour, acidic. I wouldn't recommend it and I wouldn't come back. So sorry Service was great, just lacking in the food and taste experience and you expect a lot more for $65 read more

I had a hankering for some BBQ and I knew I didn't want to go to a chain. This is a no frills joint with some authentic KC BBQ, which I've only had once at Arthur Bryant's years ago. I went with my go-to, a pulled pork sandwich, with a side of mac n cheese. I'm a bigger fan of messy, saucy barbecue over dry rubs, but this was a nice balance and emphasizes the smokiness of the meats (obviously) with the help of mesquite. Not overpowering and just the right amount of richness from the smoke that works well with the juicy pork. I was expecting something more like shredded pork but this was closer to strips like brisket, and never had peppers and onions on pulled pork before. Glad they threw in pickles and pickled onions. Overall, a very good/different pulled pork experience. I might ask for an extra side of sauce next time. The mac and cheese was super cheesy and a nice accompaniment. Definitely going to try other meats and other sides but this was a solid meal. The staff are friendly and it's super casual and fairly small inside (the old Shari's burger spot). At the moment, it's all takeout but it's well worth it without a dine-in atmosphere. It's all about the food. Support local/black-owned business and try this place out! (And hey, this gets my 100th review!) read more

Smokey Mo - Pulled pork sandwich with mac and cheese - Barbeque Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

The woman who took our orders was very rude and unprofessional from beginning to end, and the food would have been horrible without that fact. 16 dollars for a side of glorified dry turkey sandwich meat, the burnt ends "special" was rubbery and devoid of flavor except for the poorly seasoned extra vinegary ketchup they call bbq sauce, and perhaps the worst cornbread i've had: doughy and stuck to the foil. I'm not sure how they managed to get this many positive reviews. Tucson is not known for good bbq very often, so perhaps standards are low for this cuisine, but at least a little professionalism while I order $40 worth of "food" would have been nice. read more

Every time I come here the food is great quality and made with love and always consistent. The environment and music are always on point and add to the experience. The people working always are happy to serve you and give you the best recommendations whenever you want to try something new. read more

Smokey Mo - Dry rub wings - Barbeque Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

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Great food and people. The smoked meats are awesome and the side are incredible. The ribs are the bomb.

It was a drive by I tell ya! A total assault on my senses when I drove down from Florence to check this place out. I gotta say that the brisket sandwich was awesome! Some of the best brisket I have had in a while. Tender and moist with a tangy bbq sauce that was ladled on in just the right amount. The sandwich was huge, and the rings were lightly battered and oh so sweet. It's not a big place on the inside, and they had no wait when I was there but five minutes later the line was out the door. Plenty of patio seating is available but in the middle of summer will be tough to enjoy. The employees were super nice and I'm going to have to go back this weekend with the wife so she can try it. read more

Smokey Mo - Great brisket sandwich. - Barbeque Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

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Great BBQ -- been looking for a bbq place that I liked for the last five years. The food was just down home bbq, plentiful, tasty and they had friendly service. My husband and I had pulled pork, bbq chicken, tri-tip, with potato salad, greens and cornbread. Loved it all. Check them out, you won't be disappointed. read more

I'd rate Smokey Mo a 10 if I could. Outstanding flavor, tender meat- collard green were excellent. The peach cobbler ice cream was the only way to top off this outstanding meal. We will be regulars read more

I had no idea that place was there. I wish they'd advertise more. Everyone I've asked had never heard of it. I had a combo of brisket and ribs. Bother were delicious and the sauce is amazing. The collards were definitely undercooked for me. Other than that. I'd go back Where else will you get Kool aid that good. read more

Y'all this place is a hidden gem but deserves all the praise! Food is fantastic! Meat is very moist and delicious! The owner and staff are very cool! The atmosphere is laid back and friendly. I will definitely be back! read more

This is a cool place, that is out of the way. Could be considered a hole in the wall. Friendly staff helped this first timer order, as I want 1 of everything. Settled on the 4 meat and 4 sides. Great choice as I sampled a wide variety. Ribs/Brisket/Chicken/Sausage Mac n Cheese/Collard Greens/Beans/Cornbread Food was outstanding. The Brisket was out of this world. Oh, they had RC Cola there. Old School. read more

We went a Wednesday at 6pm, and the 3 of us ordered the plates with 2 kinds of meat each, along with sides. There were just a few people in the restaurant at that hour (though some coming/going with take out), and service was within 5 minutes. The meats were outstanding ! ... very tender, very tasty, and lots of it (we ended up taking some home). The sides (collard greens, okra, beans and coleslaw) were good. This place exceeded our expectations, and we'd recommend it highly to anyone wanting tender, tasty meats and sides. (of course, my guess is that if you go late Saturday night after lots of customers before you, you might not get the service nor quality we did -- but that's only a guess; otherwise, I can't explain what the 1 star people were complaining about). read more

Smokey Mo's is a hit for good old fashioned mesquite smoked BBQ. The wings with the house habanero sauce, yummmm. Tri tip has a nice Smokey flavor. The brisket is great. And the house BBQ sauce is BOMB. The Mac and cheese is peppery. And the pickles are crisp and cool. The service is friendly. And the patio is comfy. And the best part about it is it's not over-priced. Tucson is lucky to have a really good BBQ joint. read more

Smokey Mo - Tri tip, brisket, habanero wings, potato salad, Mac and cheese, pickles. Yummmm. - Barbeque Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

Friendly, fast & enjoyable I went to lunch with my lady on a Saturday afternoon for the first time and was pleased by the service and food read more

Smokey Mo - Rib Tips Mac and Cheese Pulled Pork Sandwich - Barbeque Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

Can't believe I haven't wrote a review for this place yet. I came here Mayne about 6months ago with my mom and friend and we all loved it. Had a pulled pork sandwich and the 3 meat sampler. Everything was great for sides we did onion rings, okra and cornbread. This last time was I got the daily special, brisket fries, OMG, and my friend had the brisket sandwich with fries. Then I ordered 1 taco to try which was also really good. I highly recommend this place and the staff always seems friendly. read more

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We came and tried the 2 people combo, 4 meats and 4 sides. What a hidden gem. Did not expect to find good bbq in Tucson. It's as good as many places in Austin, although I think it's not Texas style bbq. For 2 people it was more than enough. Great option for take out, limited space for dining in but they have a large outdoor section that could work when it's cooler. read more

Smokey Mo - 4 meats 4 sides and 2 drink combo for 2 people - Barbeque Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

Smell of sweet mesquite right when walking in. Cozy but limited indoor seating. Outdoor seating in the blistering heat not a good idea in summer. Daily specials are available. Ordered the 2 meats 2 sides combo with a drink. Tri tip and brisket were smoky and tender. Bbq sauce is tangy and sharp with a vinegar, worcestershire kick. Cornbread is crumbly, but tad too dry for my liking. Collard greens hot in a savory broth added some welcome bitterness. Assorted pickles added some nice acidity to cleanse the palate. Would come back again. read more

Smokey Mo - 2 meat 2 side combo: brisket, tri tip, corn bread, and collard greens - Barbeque Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

Saw a lot of good reviews so I decided to go and try it. First of, the lady taking the orders was rude. It did not feel warming, she was on her phone while taking my order, meaning she was distracted from doing her job. I also asked her for help reading the menu, she told me to just look at it better. Bad customer service and forced tip. I overlooked this and still went ahead and got a drink and sat down. Place was small, hot, but acceptable. Food was out quick. The mac and cheese, toast and cornbread were pretty good. All of the meats were meh, nothing too impressive, I tried the pull pork, pork ribs, and brisket. The fourth meat I tried was chicken. This one was bad. It was undercooked. Seeing this it made me not want to continue eating and leave the place. Overall it was bad and never will return. Wish refund was possible, at least the unworthy tip. read more

Smokey Mo - Bad uncooked 1/2 Chicken a side - Barbeque Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

Wooooo weeeeee! This place doesn't let off the gas. Usually I get at least one inconsistency at a restaurant but no here! Great homey feel inside and if you're a chiefs fan the ambiance is for you! Service is impeccable the owner greats everyone and the front register women are outstanding and not afraid to recommend their faves! Today I once again got the cat fish with a side of Mac n cheese. Ratings as follows. Cat fish 9.2/10 cornmealed golden perfection. Fries 10/10 crispy and seasoned to perfection. Coleslaw 9.4/10 creamy goodness that you just have. Mac n cheese. I cannot say it enough. This is better than your mommas grandmamas grandmas Mac n cheese. Creamy cheesy perfection. Noodles perfect cook. 11/10. Come try it! Locally owned and they are fantastic. read more

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Genuine BBQ - Smokey Mo is a great stop. Sampled both a pulled pork sandwich and the tri-tip. Cool vibe, two seats in the window. Restaurant very clean, friendly staff - welcoming. Everything was quite tasty and I certainly would return / recommend. I really wish a 4.5 was an option, I feel the need to explain the absence of a 5 rating - but take this with a splash of sauce - tri tip a little tough. Again, I will be back - I suspect this one plate was an aberration. read more

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The meat is AMAZING! falls apart just like it should. Our cornbread was soggy on the bottom (probably just the way its packed up but the top of it was good!), and they don't give you a ton of sauce. But they give you a ton of meat...we will be eating tips for two days . Service is awesomr...the place is tiny and parking is a challenge if you drive a big truck but we will totally be back (in my car ha!) read more

After a tough day, I went here for some comfort food and oh it hit right on the spot. The place looks a bit dingy, however the pulled pork and mac n cheese was to die for. Will come back read more

I stop by this joint every couple weeks because I'm seriously addicted. I've checked off most all of the menu and have not once been disappointed. My go to is a pulled pork or a brisket sandwich. To be completely honest I just sit on the patio and read sometimes for a couple hours after I've finished my food just because it smells so incredibly good. I come home from Smokey Mo's and my dog always gives me a thorough sniff down before she pouts, she knows there's no way I'm letting anyone touch my Smokey Mo meat! read more

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Customer services was not welcoming at at all very nonchalant. The food is not good , you can smell the BBQ but that's about it. When I pulled in and there were no cars we should have known better. Rib tip were tender but no real seasoning, sauce mediocre, greens had so much liquid smoke in them ,and macaroni and cheese was soupy and bland . No southern goodness here. Stayed a minimum of 20 minutes and left. read more

Smokey Mo - Barbeque Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

I wish I would have seen the lack of cleanliness in the kitchen before I paid and tipped. Smokey Mo served me a sorry excuse for BBQ. Sides were also weak. Gross and will never return - not sure why so many good reviews. read more

Amazing! Loved the burnt-end nachos! Salad was super fresh and the ribs were sublime. My family and I are visiting from California and this feels like we were in Texas! Service was top-notch too! read more

Smokey Mo - Our family dinner! - Barbeque Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

Ordered 1/2 slab ribs & fries. Both are very delicious. Customer service at counter when I picked the order up was absolutely horrible though. read more

I had high expectations for this restaurant, as it had very high reviews. My hubby and I have high standards for bbq, as he makes a mean smoked meat. Well as usual we were disappointed! The meat had no seasoning and was so bland. Hardly a smoke ring to be found. The texture of all the meats were good and the ribs were fall off the bone, so that was good, but just no flavor. We ordered a platter with pork, brisket, turkey and ribs. Also, who puts celery seed in bbq sauce? Smokey Mo does.... So overall, just meh, so take a good look around because we won't be back. Service was good. read more

Service was fast and friendly. Nice little place. Small eating area but I believe they have some tables outside too. We split a 2 meat plate. Pulled pork and beef brisket with fries and coleslaw. read more

I stopped in yesterday for takeout and wow, I'm so glad I did! We used to frequent Shari's Drive In in this spot and have been watching for years to see what was next for this space. I was so excited to see it's BBQ, and great BBQ at that. I ordered a two meat combo with brisket, ribs, collard greens and mac and cheese. It was all delicious! Brisket is my favorite and this one was so tender and flavorful, with just the right amount of sauce and don't even get me started on the collard greens. Yum! I still have leftovers in the fridge and cannot wait to polish off the rest for lunch today! read more

Smokey Mo - Menu - Barbeque Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

Excellent service! Now let's talk about the ribs... excellent flavor but the quality of the pork left a bit to be desired - on the fatty side. Maybe we dined at the wrong time. Sides were excellent! Best greens I've had in Tucson. As for the fatty meat, Id much rather pay a few bucks more at the start for better overall food. Burnt ends definitely had potential but not "burnt" or crispy enough for our liking. Will I return - sure! read more

Haven't been here in a little while, but we were wanting barbecue and this is always the obvious choice. Their 4 meats, 4 sides, and 2 drinks combo is plenty for 3 adults, very reasonably priced, and it's so tasty! read more

Smokey Mo - 4 meat, 4 sides, 2 drinks combo (not pictured: the huge portion of the fries still in the bag) - Barbeque Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

My husband is a Texan, & he approved. From the service, to the quality of meats, to the blues music. Amazing quality & great service. So happy they were open this Labor Day, won't be our last time here! read more

Smokey Mo - Barbeque Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

Went here for lunch the other day. Great little place and seemed clean. Staff was super friendly and helpful, prices seem reasonable. Being our first time, I asked what they recommended. The lady at the register said, hands down the brisket was the best followed by the pulled pork.. Being a fan of both, I got the combo plate. Food was ready very quickly, hardly had time to sit down at our table . The brisket was pretty good, just wish there was a little less fat. Pulled pork was also pretty good. Combo plate comes with two sides, so I got the collard greens and potato salad. My only complaint was the chicken tacos my wife got. They were pretty bad actually. Super dry and no real flavor. Would go back, but wouldn't order the chicken. read more

Smokey Mo - Chicken and brisket tacos with side of collard greens. - Barbeque Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

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Oh. So so disappointing. Ordered tip and brisket. Brisket came a little dry with not too much flavor and covered in sauce. What. Covered in sauce. Since when does a smoked meet come covered in any sauce. I had one bite and did not eat the rest. Ok, maybe I could not tell if the meat had not much flavor or dry because of the sauce. They did not ask if I preferred fatty brisket or not. I should have said something. I'm bad. I sent it back. That was it. Before I sent it back someone came by to see if we liked it. I had not tried it so I had no comment. After I sent it back I did not hear a peep. No one came by and said what can we do? Etc. nothing at all! Poor customer service and who puts sauce on smoked meat. Please put the sauce on the side! French fries were very good. Place was clean. Parking was good. read more

Smokey Mo - Brisket. - Barbeque Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

My husband and I drove from Marana to have lunch here today. It was worth the drive! We got the 4 meat/4 side meal to share. For meats we got the brisket, chicken, pulled pork and ribs. I didn't try the chicken and I personally didn't like the ribs but the brisket and pulled pork were delish. I'm glad I read reviews beforehand and got the bbq sauce on the side. It has somewhat of a different flavor. For sides we got collards, Mac n cheese, fried okra and coleslaw. The sides were so good! One of the guys working there said the fried okra and onion rings are the only items that aren't homemade. We thought $30 for all that food plus 2 drinks was a great deal. We even had leftovers! This is the best bbq place we've found in Tucson. read more

Smokey Mo - 4 meat and 4 sides - Barbeque Near Me - Tucson, Arizona