Flavor explosion! My husband and I randomly stumbled across this place while driving by, and WOW, what a find! We decided to stop in and ordered a bunch of different items, and every single thing was packed with flavor. The food was incredible and the service was just as great. My husband kept saying, "Finally!" you know that feeling when you find a spot that just gets it right. When you know, you know. This place is an absolute gem, and we're already looking forward to coming back to work our way through the rest of the menu. If you're driving by, do yourself a favor and stop in. You won't regret! read more

Idaho I would say 4 stars and give it a Texas 3 stars. Texas folk are picky with their barbecue so bear with me. Ribs not fall off the bone and a bit dry. Jalapeño sausage I wasn't really a big fan. Didn't really seem homemade, how we make it in Texas little different. Devil eggs need some seasoning don't be shy. Bread I would upgrade to Texas toast, maybe put it in the oven for a minute. Or go with homemade rolls. Brisket was overall pretty good. Pick up orders wouldn't recommend it unless you're a big party. They don't cut your meat until you get there, which is OK but 10 minutes should make my meat taste any different. Price: Ok, meat usually fluctuates with the market. read more

Smokin Iron BBQ is a true hidden gem, and hands down some of the best BBQ you'll find anywhere. From the moment you walk in, you're greeted with genuine Southern hospitality and charm that instantly makes you feel like family. The owners, Tonya and Larry, pour their heart and soul into this place, and it shows in every detail--from the warmth of the service to the unbelievable quality of the food. They don't just run a restaurant; they create an experience. And the Wagyu brisket... simply unreal. It is without question the best brisket I've ever had--perfectly smoked, insanely tender, rich, and flavorful without needing a thing added. This is next-level BBQ that stands out even among the best. If you're looking for authentic BBQ, incredible owners, and that rare combination of top-tier food and heartfelt hospitality, Smokin Iron BBQ is it. One visit and you'll understand why this place is special. We'll be back again and again. read more

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Updating review to include major kudos for Smoking Iron catered my Kentucky Derby Party of over 70 people and killed it. Everyone asked where did we get such good brisket, smoked turkey and sides? Highly recommend this business for great BBQ Texas style. They truly know how to cook brisket. read more

The taste was great, and the meat was cooked very well. Our order came out fast and we were in and out, and they provided great customer service! We were disappointed by the portion sizes though - we just felt like we got so little for how much we spent. Also wasn't impressed by the white bread that came with the food; with how much we paid, maybe there could have been some better bread. read more

Food is awesome! You can taste authentic Texas BBQ in every bite with high quality ingredients and big Texas size portions. I would know, I lived all over Texas for many years. Service was kind and knowledgeable, spot on! Give it a try and like me it will be your BBQ place from then on! Music made the perfect vibe, felt like I was back in Texas all over again. Keep up the great work ya'll! read more

Decent bbq in Meridian. Food: 4/5. We got the J.R. plate with ribs, pulled pork, and mixed brisket with a side of beans and Mac and cheese. I burned my mouth on the beans they were so hot and they tasted a little bland in my opinion (the burnt mouth may have made an impact). The mac and cheese was pretty good and probably my favorite part of the meal. The meats were all ok but nothing special. The bbq sauce is just ok as well. Service: 3/5. We stood in line for a while before anyone came to the counter to take our order. I felt we got our food pretty fast! Atmosphere: 3/5. Fairly generic strip mall bbq restaurant. Parking can be hard to find and the parking lot was packed although not many people in the restaurant itself. Kid friendly: 4/5. They have a couple highchairs which is nice and good food for kids. My kids loved the mac and cheese and bread. read more

Smokin Iron - JR plate - Barbeque Near Me - Meridian, Idaho

A little preface. I grew up in the South and travel to Texas for work a dozen times a year. I am a Texas BBQ fanatic and have tried many of the Top 50 spots across the state. TJ and her husband are from Houston and they bring their BBQ roots with them to Meridian. I can confidently say this is the closest thing to real Texas BBQ I have had in Idaho. The brisket is amazing, with the right smoke and tenderness. The turkey might be the biggest surprise. I am usually not a turkey person, but this is one of the best I have ever had. The sausage is good, but probably my least favorite of the meats. The pulled pork is insanely moist with great smoke flavor and is an easy standout. Then you get to the desserts. Just start with the staple Bananas Foster cheesecake and thank me later. Keep an eye out for her rotating specials too, because those are just as impressive. If you want true southern style BBQ in the Treasure Valley, stop in and enjoy Smokin Iron. You will not be disappointed. read more

It's a small place at a strip mall and you order at the counter. The food was great, service was great and so was dessert. Did not disappoint! My husband and I shared the pork belly spud and slice of Texas rum cake and left full and happy. read more

Blown away. I've been to Terry Blacks, Stubbs, and others from KC to California. Smokin Iron is my hands down favorite for smoke, flavor, price, friendliness, and satisfaction. I tell everyone who loves great BBQ to come here and thank me later. The brisket and the jalapeño cheese sausage are my two favorites. See you here! read more

Smokin Iron - Brisket, jalapeño sausage...after I ate some I remembered to take a picture lol - Barbeque Near Me - Meridian, Idaho

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My wife and I ordered baked potatoes, one with brisket and one pork butt. The potatoes were cooked perfectly which can be hard to find but the meat was just ok. If you are into just smoked meat you will love this place. There was also a ton of meat compared to potatoes. The BBQ sauce came in very small dipping containers and just wasn't adequate if you like your meat lathered in sauce. The cost was around $42 for two potatoes and two drinks. Service was top notch. The cashier was super friendly and helpful when ordering. The tables are large inside so it feels like you are a long ways away from the person across from you. All in all a good place to eat but probably not somewhere I would choose again. Definitely worth trying once and see if it is your jam! read more

Had the brisket chili today and it was really good. Wouldn't mind beans with but the taste was right on. They give you a couple cornbread waffles which I thought was a good touch. Love to mix it in with chili. They always ask me if I like what I had which I appreciate too. Usually have the jalapeño sausage sandwich which is one of a kind. read more

I called on a busy Saturday evening for a last minute bulk pick up order.. From the time I ordered over the phone, to the time of pick up, The service and food quality were above ordinary expectations. I walked into a full restaurant to pick up my order and felt that "small town" Bbq joint vibe. Definitely would order from them again! read more

Great little gem of a barbecue joint. Fun staff great smells great food! Texas style barbecue at its best. read more

Smokin Iron - Barbecue tray! - Barbeque Near Me - Meridian, Idaho

Had heard about this place at meridian speedway. Meat was good but potato salad had raw potatoes and bbq baked beans tasted like chili. Zero "bbq". Both were nasty!! And smallest portion of potato salad. Board says $5 extra for brisket. But they charged $5 more for burnt ends. Charged be $3 for a water cup and $.90 for two tiny bbq sauce cups. Nowhere worth even half the price read more

Smokin Iron - I thought it was high priced but damn - Barbeque Near Me - Meridian, Idaho

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Always great barbecue! We've been a few times and each time has been great! The meats are always flavorful and juicy!

We went about 1PM so it wasn't real crowded, I can see how it could get crowded tho, as it isn't a real big place. Not sure where they do the smoking, as I didn't smell it outside. The aroma hit me when I walked in though. The main squeeze and I split the Angus Brisket sandwich with the mix of lean and moist meat. We added tater salad and beans, plus a drink. It all came to about $32 with a tip. That seems high, but is probably comparable to other BBQ joints. The sandwich was good with plenty of meat. Don't mind the bun in the pic, I held it down to cut it in half. I didn't think about asking them to cut it in the kitchen, it would have been better. We opted for the BBQ sauce on the side since I don't use very much. There were 3 pickles in the tray, could have used a few more. The onion slices could have been thinner, we really couldn't put them on the sandwich. The BBQ baked beans are excellent, not real sweet with a nice touch of heat from what I guess is jalapeno. Tater salad was good as well, firm pieces and little salt. I had to tell them that the soda was flat. They quickly changed the CO2 bottle to fix that right up, very good service. Very good, but a few more pickle slices and thinner onion slices would have been 5 stars. read more

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From the moment we walked in and caught that incredible smoky aroma -- and spotted an autographed Earl Campbell Houston Oilers helmet -- we knew we were in for real Texas BBQ. Larry and Tonya couldn't have been nicer or more attentive. We ordered the three-meat plate with brisket, ribs, and smoked turkey, plus sides of coleslaw and beans. Larry even tossed in a sample of his potato salad, just because he could. This summer we waited over 90 minutes in line at Michelin-rated Corkscrew BBQ in Spring, Texas -- and honestly, Smokin' Iron blew it away. The brisket was tender, juicy, and packed with flavor. The ribs were fall-off-the-bone perfection, and the sauce? Easily the best I've ever tasted anywhere. The sides were just as impressive: fresh, perfectly balanced coleslaw (not too sweet, not too tangy), and beans that hit every note -- smoky, peppery, and meaty. Larry's homemade pecan cheesecake was the perfect finish. To top it off, he even sent us home with a bag of brisket trimmings for our dachshund. So happy to have found authentic, high-quality Texas BBQ right here in Idaho. The food, the warmth, and the hospitality made us feel right at home. Keep up the amazing work, Larry and Tonya -- you've earned customers for life! read more

Fantastic! Tonya has a passion, and it shows! Best BBQ I have had in Idaho. Brisket and pork butt had the perfect amount of moisture and fat. It's great to have BBQ that you can eat straight, and use of sauce is optional, and not required to enjoy you BBQ. Perfect cook on both meats. Brisket hangs on a fork, and will pull per spec. Couldn't ask for anything more. Friendly service that has pride in their product. I will be back to try that brisket chili! read more

I heard about this spot through a family friend and had to check it out! It's a simple establshment without much decour but a MEAT word on the wall. It is clean and can fit a group comfortably but if you're lookin for that bbq restaurant feel, it's def lacking. Their service from when I walked in till I left was immaculate. At first glance, the food prices shocked me a bit, $17.99 for a brisket sandwich without any sides or drink? $2.99 to add a side? $2.99 to add a drink? I was literally in downtown Nashville three weeks ago and had an epic brisket sandwich with a side at Martin's BBQ for $15.29. So with that, I'm like well, maybe their brisket is really that amazing?! I also got their Banana Pudding Cheesecake for $6.99. So my total cost was around $34 after tax for 1 person. Now if you're gonna claim Smokin in your name, it had better have smoke flavor. And your bbq brisket had better have bark and a good smoke ring. This brisket had neither and zero smoke ring. I was actually shocked lol. I tasted a hint of smoke and I'm not sure if it's liquid smoke or actual smoke at this point. I also only got maybe 4-5oz of meat on the sandwich. With that said, it was cooked well and had a good bounce. The mac and cheese I had was ok but something I could easily make at home. Now, what did save them from a 2 star was they did make an awesome dessert! The Banana Pudding Cheesecake is worth coming back here for every single time. I may try other things in the future, but for now, unless their pricing comes down or their food becomes better, the value is not there. read more

Smokin Iron - Banana Pudding Cheesecake - Barbeque Near Me - Meridian, Idaho

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Food was horrible, dry, kid portions. Look at the picture. Even the Mac, was a joke . No flavor, undercooked. read more

Smokin Iron - Barbeque Near Me - Meridian, Idaho

Finally had an opportunity to try this place. My expectations, after reading through Yelp reviews, were lofty. Have to say that Smokin' Iron more than met those expectations. Located within a small business block among several other restaurants, stores, and services, the facility was neat, clean, and efficient. Counter ordering can be accomplished via a touch-screen or via the helpful counter staff. -- I was fortunate to be here on a Saturday - it is the day when burnt ends are available. I settled on the burnt ends sandwich, a side of potato salad, and a fountain drink (Coke products). Wanting to keep things at a base level, I opted to have the house bbq sauce on the side (did not really need it per se, but wanted to sample it). There also is a large cooler that holds other various in house products for purchase. All very tempting. -- My plate was built and delivered promptly. I appreciate decent portions and do not mind paying what might seem a little elevated cost to see good food in a generous serving. That was indeed the case today. The burnt ends sandwich was loaded with large chunks of burnt goodness (the size of gigantic dice). The potato salad was not served in one of those miniscule plastic bowls - no, it came in one of those larger fry-boat containers. There were freshly-sliced onions and tart dill pickle chips to use as wished on the sandwich. I used my requested house bbq sauce on a few bites of the burnt ends as well as the sandwich bun "castoffs". The sauce was a nice meld of sweet & savory and would play well with the other meats here (another visit!). -- Side note to my visit: While I had started to enjoy my lunch, the owner of Smokin' Iron came over to see if my meal was good. We talked a bit about smoking different meats, etc., then she went back to their kitchen and brought out a little sampler of a few products. She brought me a slice of smoked turkey, some actual brisket - the core source of today's burnt ends, and a large piece of one of their house made sausages (it was delightful). -- There are other places offering bbq/smoked meats on their menues, and I really do enjoy a couple of them quite a bit. In all honesty, I feel like Smokin' Iron is a great representation of true Texas bbq. Will be returning here soon to try more items on their extensive menu. read more

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Smokin' Iron BBQ is next-level! Smokin' Iron BBQ instantly became one of my favorite spots the moment I tried their Wagyu brisket. It's unreal -- perfectly smoked, melt-in-your-mouth tender, and packed with flavor in every bite. You can taste the quality and the time they put into it. Their homemade sauces take everything over the top. Each one has its own personality, from sweet and tangy to bold and smoky, and they pair perfectly with the brisket. You can tell these sauces weren't thrown together; they're crafted. The staff is friendly, the portions are generous, and the food is consistently outstanding. If you're a true BBQ fan, this place needs to be at the top of your list. Highly recommend the Wagyu brisket -- it's worth the trip by itself! read more

This place is amazing. The food is outstanding. Don't sleep on dessert. The banana cheesecake and key lime pie are to die for. The staff is very nice and helpful. They were very patient and helped us pick out the best option for my family. read more

We have found our new BBQ Joint!!! Hubby went to get some "to go" food and we ordered..... (1) Pork Potato ( 1/2 Rack) Ribs ( 1/2 a thingy of) Brisket (1) Coleslaw, Potato Salad, Fried Okra (1) Pecan Pie Cheesecake Delicious, just plain delicious. The meat on the ribs literally fell off the bone when hubby picked it up to put it on his plate. The brisket was as moist as I've ever seen a brisket and the pork on the perfectly cooked HUGE baked potato was tender and melted in your mouth. Hubby brought a sampling of all their sauces, lol and I actually found I needed no sauce at all on this BBQ. Mom and hubby liked a honey type sauce. Coleslaw was good and went well with the pork potato. I didn't have the potato salad but hubby said it was good but it was more of a vinegar type base to it. I do not like okra and mom made me try this fried okra and it was SO incredibly good. I can't say what the pecan pie cheesecake tastes like because I was too full to try it but it sure looked like it's going to taste scrumptious. This food fed three adults (one being an 87 yr old lady) but we have enough left overs for lunch tomorrow. YeeHaw!!!! Highly recommend this establishment. read more

In town and saw this place... brisket spud was amazing! Very polite and attentive team...

Great place and got the family deal. A lot of food and the owner carved us some of her homemade sausage read more

Smokin Iron - Got the family deal. And the owner carved us some of her home made sausage. - Barbeque Near Me - Meridian, Idaho

Don't miss out on this amazing bbq establishment. It looks pretty unassuming from the outside (in a little strip mall). A couple in our party were hesitant to go inside, but I pushed to try it due to the many 5 reviews. We're all so glad we gave it a try. We have had bbq all over the nation and this is one of the absolute best places we've found! Tanya and her husband create the most delicious food! We ordered the burnt ends, ribs, smoked turkey with the coleslaw and deviled eggs. Let's not forget the YUMMM banana cream cheesecake with brûléed top!! The rib meat was so moist and fell off the bone! Burnt ends!! And, the bbq sauce is legit too! We tried all three and all excellent. Staff was super helpful and kind. It's also clean and has great AC as well. We will DEFINITELY be back!! Thanks again ya'll!! Well done! read more

Got here around 7 on a Thursday night, wasn't busy at all and food came out quick. Brisket was amazing, the only bbq joint in the treasure valley I have found that does Texas brisket right. Highly recommend if you're looking for some tasty brisket, the sausage link and potato salad were great as well read more

I travel a lot for work, and occasionally I find a restaurant that is heads and shoulders above the rest. Tonya's BBQ joint, Smokin Iron, is not just head and shoulders above every other BBQ place in Idaho- its hips, knees, and ankles too. Everyone is left to bow - ALL HAIL THE QUEEN! Having crawled through dozens of BBQ joints from KC to Memphis to the Dallas and Hill Country, I have had GREAT BBQ. Tonya's Brisket/Sausage/Turkey meets or exceeds them all: Hard 8, Pecan Lodge, Hutchins, Terry Black's. I tried for years to find great BBQ in Idaho, and finally - Tonya brought it to us. Don't let the strip mall location fool you. As soon as you step inside, the hickory smoked goodness and Tonya's Texas Charm take you straight to the lone star state. Her smoked meats are simply second to none, and the side I did try (potato salad) was awesome as well. Coke products flow from the fountain, which is music to this diet soda's fiend's ears. Texas BBQ is all about Brisket, and Smokin Iron carves up brisket as good as any you'll find in Texas, and better than any you'll find in Idaho. The sausage a turkey are amazing as well. There is a new BBQ royalty in Idaho. Long Live The Queen! read more

Smokin' Iron is the best barbecue you will find in Boise, and maybe even Idaho. The brisket was melt-in-your-mouth good, tender, smoky, with just the right bark. We ordered the Jr. plates thinking they'd be modest, but these portions came out stacked. Easily could've passed for full-size meals anywhere else. The smoked turkey? Unreal. Moist, flavorful, and packed with that deep, smoky richness that most places miss. And don't even get me started on the barbecue sauce--it was tangy, perfectly balanced, and made everything it touched even better. The staff? Just as good as the food. Tonya is an absolute legend--warm, hilarious, and made us feel like we were part of the family from the second we walked in. And if you don't save room for dessert, you'll regret it. The banana pudding cheesecake was FIRE. I usually don't even like cheesecake, but this one had me scraping the plate and eyeing my friend's fork. Everything was perfect and smoked to perfection. Smokin' Iron isn't just a meal, it's a whole experience. The restaurant vibe was on point, and everything just hit as it should. Definitely will be coming back! read more

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Hands down, the best BBQ I've had in a long time! The brisket was insanely tender, the ribs fell right off the bone, and the pulled pork was packed with flavor. Even the sides were top-notch--don't skip the mac & cheese! Great food, great service--The owner stopped by to talk to us and gave us a few extra pieces to try things out. The customer service was amazing. I'll definitely be back. read more

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The most delicious and satisfying BBQ meats of moist brisket, pork, burnt ends on Saturdays, I had the Big Houston with baked potato. I was able to share it with my two friends and still have enough to take home. One friend had a Big Houston sandwich that came with 3 devil eggs bites, and it was there on his plate, and it seemed the next minute his plate and the eggs were gone. His wife had a tall brisket sandwich and baked beans. They also have home made sausage on their menu and they sell along with other items they market. We'll be going back. We had a great time eating and a great time catching up. The staff are super accommodating. The place is intimate, but can seat a lot of people. read more

A small venue with big juicy bbq ribs and sausages. Burnt ends are a Saturday must stop buy some. A cooler stocked with delicious canned goods and sausages. A baked potato smothered in shredded pork topped off with sausage. Wow. Big rib sandwich my my read more

The bbq was pretty good. I had a small issue with the ribs (a little dry and burnt in some areas) and the brisket (too fatty for my liking but tasty). Service was good. Had a high school cafeteria vibe for seating. read more

Visited on Nov 29, 2025 around 5:45pm. HOLEE COW. That is THE BEST flavored BBQ I've ever had and I'm from Texas, so that's saying a lot. In addition, it was more than fork tender. I had the stuffed spud with burnt ends brisket. Outstanding food, service, warmth, dessert and THEY ARE VERY, VERY CLEAN. Not just the managers were polite and friendly, the young men working in the kitchen prep area provided help when the others were away from the counter. They cater. Who knew? You can get a whole cheesecake for a birthday or other celebration, if you give them a few days notice and they have outrageously delicious flavors. Their banana pudding is scrumptious. Can't say enough good about this place. read more

A great BBQ place to enjoy some quality smoked meats. Best smoked meat in meridian. They sell in cooked meats as well with custom flor blends. read more

Awesome barbecue the brisket was so tender and juicy. The deviled eggs the potato salad the smoked turkey and the baby back ribs were perfection. Best barbecue I've had here in the valley by far. read more

This place is so good! My husband and I split the JR plate, and the amount of food was insane! We got the sausage, brisket, and ribs. The meat fell off the bone, it was delicious! And the bbq sauce might be my absolute favorite that I've ever had. No complaints about coleslaw and potato salad either. Big portions, we couldn't even finish! But we tried! The gentleman at the front helped us order since this was our first time. He was so helpful and nice! As someone from the south always craving bbq, I was so impressed. read more

Mothers day take out- wanted BBQ! We wanted the brisket but they were out if ordering on line. We had ribs and sausage. I am used to gettin Bbq that one can eat with or without sauce. This needed the sauce. Not very flavorful. I will say the ribs had so much meat on them and the meat cane right off the bones! The sausage also was meh. Need some mustard and sauce. Typical choice of sides. Beans had little flavor and the coleslaw was a mayo dressing without much flavor. If you are ordering takeout this is not the place. We were charged extra for a takeout meal. The price was high for what we got. read more