Food is all so wonderful, corn bread tender and just the right flavor, pulled pork is tender and delicious along with the Turkey, sausage, ribs, chicken, brisket, my all time Favorite. The kids tried broccoli salad had a nice flavor but I had mostly the hard parts and not much the flurets. Mac and cheese was good, salt potatoes are assume. My husband liked the slaw, thou he likes it with pineapple. He was not overly thrilled with mac salad. Drinks I tried were the blueberry smash. Very tasty. Not that thrilled with the peach drink that was 25 dollars. But I drank it. Tastes more like a Ice tea drink. Service is good. They take your order at the bar with a designated area to wait in line. Give you a buzzer to pick it up at the window. They have a condiment area to get soda, utensils, sauce sides and so on. They have seating inside and out side. You can play with games they have set up. Inside it decorated with old and new signage. They have a book of bourbon selection. Bar stools chairs and tables,booths and high top tables. People clean up after themselves. Kid friendly. People are friendly. Most of the times we went they were busy or at least a steady flow of customers. If you get a chance to stop here to eat you will not ve disappointed!! read more

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Smokin' Pete's is the perfect lunch stop on the wine tour along Seneca Lake. But we weren't the only ones who thought so -- the place was busy. They have plenty of seating both inside and outside, with a cozy bar feeling. Still, we didn't have a long wait to place our order. Not a huge selection for non-meat eaters, admittedly -- but just ask for a grilled cheese, they'll make it, and the side salads are delicious. Be better a Bills fan - Go Bills. read more

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pete's place is the stop for delicious bbq brisket, pork or chicken -- whichever you try will be delicious, i know because we ordered every kind and do not regret it. birria brisket tacos were absolutely incredible. cornbread was so good. 10/10 for seasoning, flavor, tenderness. all the sides were bomb. quick and easy service with all kinds of seating -- we chose outside to enjoy the sunshine but there was plenty of shade. indoor and outdoor restrooms and sinks. 100% recommend. only got a pic of the tacos and mac cause that's all i had time for before tearing everything absolutely tf up!! read more

Smokin Petes - brisket birria tacos - Barbeque Near Me - Geneva, New York

Service was excellent,she was so pretty and pleasant, very helpful with my questions. Food was way more tasty than I even expected, that broccoli salad omg yummo! 4 adults had..Pulled pork, brisket sausage and BBQ chicken with many different sides Amazing Bravo Chefs, you blew me away I have no complaint what so ever. The line wait was worth that kinda food, this area sure needed. Cant wait to try more items! read more

We visited Smokin Pete's for the first time on 4th of July. We arrived around 12:30 and only had a few people in front of us in line. You order first then sit. There is a large chalkboard menu, laminated menus, and their website seemed up to date. We ate outside but they had a lot of indoor seating as well. The food was delicious. My only critiques are the mac n cheese was subpar and the wings very small especially for the price. But regardless we nearly ate it all and ate our leftovers immediately the next day. The mild bbq and honey mustard bbq were delicious, the hot was HOT! We would definitely return read more

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Now here's where you go for bbq! Delicious bbq in a quaint clean bbq joint. Great vibe. Order and your buzzer goes off to get your self serve food. Large portions. Turkey breast so moist. Ribs are amazing...some of the best we've had. We are looking forward to many return trips to Smokin Petes. Plenty of off street parking. read more

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Went on a Thursday night and the line was out the door. They ran out of the specials so decided to order the portobello mushroom with no cheese and the corn. The mushroom came smothered in cheese and the corn was cold and chewy. The ribs were very fatty and not as much meat as I would have expected. The elderberry spritzer was very good. Unfortunately the outdoor area had stein odors of garbage and the wind was carrying the Porto potty smells out way. Inside was dark, crowded, and loud. First experience not great, I will it another shot. read more

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Omg the food was amazing. The brisket is to die for...so was the corn bread with honey butter...I bravely ate this before the Ella Langley concert and had no regrets. I'm eating my leftovers as I type. Can't wait to go back!!! read more

Smokin Petes - Cajun corn, Mac and cheese, brisket, jalepeno sausage, ribs and corn bread. - Barbeque Near Me - Geneva, New York

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It was a fun lil stop my friends and i went to after a big art tour day. There was decently good food, smokey wings, cold beer, big burgers and sandos. Nothing to complain about but nothing really memorable either. Classic dive bar vibes. read more

The best bbq I've ever had, and I've had a lot of bbq. I got the 2 meat combo, which comes with 2 sides and cornbread. The cornbread was a giant slice, moist with delicious honey butter slathered on top. Ribs were very meaty with a great char, not too much fat. Pulled pork was delicious and not much fat. Mac salad was super creamy and the perfect texture. Tator tots were super crispy with a tasty dry rub dust. Help yourself station with 3 choices of sauce and little cups. All were tasty. I also ordered a side of white Alabama sauce, it was so delicious. Plenty of seating inside and a ton of varied seating outside with a lot of shade from sun. We almost left when we saw the long line out the door, so glad we stuck it out. We waited about 30 minutes just to order. Then the sign said "45 minutes to get your food after you order". Thankfully ours came in 20 minutes. Worth the wait if it took longer though. I would go back frequently if it wasn't a full hour from my house, but I'm already dreaming of going back. Leftovers heated up perfectly the next day. (Full disclosure, I ordered some pork hash rice and it was so gross. It reminded me of dog food. My husband ate it though, and liked it, so I can't judge.) I love you, Smokin' Pete's. read more

Smokin Petes - Huge lawn area. We waited in comfy Adirondack chairs with a beeper to alert us when our food was ready. - Barbeque Near Me - Geneva, New York

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In my Texas pitmaster husband's words: legit. Note- this is not a Texas bbq joint in New York. This a New York bbq joint that cooks their meat Texas style. For example, you won't be getting a slab of white bread and sliced white onions here and the jalapeños are sweet. The pulled pork tots were recommended to me and did not disappoint! The line was not long on a Sunday evening. The staff were friendly and the food was great. Ribs, brisket, pulled pork, coleslaw, beans, drinks, all solid. read more

After a day of business in Geneva, I decided to stop at Smokin Pete's Barbecue before heading back to Rochester, and I'm genuinely glad I did. I ordered the 3-meat special, which included 1/2 chicken, sliced brisket, and ribs, along with potato salad and macaroni & cheese. Simply put, everything on the tray was delicious. The brisket was tender with a beautiful smoke ring and just the right balance of bark and moisture. The ribs were flavorful and cooked perfectly, not falling apart but clearly smoked with care. The chicken was juicy, well-seasoned, and held its own alongside the other meats. Both sides complemented the meal nicely, the potato salad was creamy and comforting, and the mac and cheese was rich and satisfying. Beyond the food, the space itself is large, open, and welcoming, with a relaxed atmosphere that makes you want to stay awhile. A special shout-out to our waitress, who is a teacher during the day, she was warm, attentive, and genuinely welcoming, making me feel like a regular even though it was my first visit. From the quality of the food to the friendliness of the service, the entire experience was consistently positive. Smokin Pete's is the kind of place you're happy you discovered, and one you look forward to returning to. I'll absolutely be back the next time I'm in the area. Smokin Pete's Barbecue 5286 NY-14, Geneva, NY 14456 (315) 412-9542 www.smokinpetes.com read more

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Great place to stop at if you're driving down the finger lakes or wine tasting in the area. A plate comes with a substantial amount of food, we shared amongst five of us for three meats and two sides. The sweet tea is absolutely delicious. While this isn't KC BBQ, the food is still worth the try and well worth the price read more

Smokin Petes - Inside - Barbeque Near Me - Geneva, New York

I have eaten KC, Memphis, St. Louis and Carolina BBQ. My Great Uncle and My Grandfather had a BBQ stand in Tennessee. This is by far the BEST BBQ I have eaten. The line is long to get to order, but it is worth the wait. It is a perfect decor for quality BBQ restaurants, it is what you think of when you want the best BBQ. You want fancy, go elsewhere and let people who know quality get this deliciousness. I will travel back to the finger lakes just to eat here again. read more

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You order your food through the bar & receive a buzzer to tell you when your food is ready. Food is excellent - brisket sandwich with their bbq sauce was amazing & bbq chicken. Big selection. Being able to sit outside (first come first serve situation) was nice, plenty of sitting. Will be back when in the area. read more

The food was amazing!! My corn was kinda cold but flavorful. The mac and cheese was some of the best I have had of course the meat was fantastic. I had a combo with ribs, brisket and sausage. The service was great. We had never been here before the bar tender took the time to explain everything and all the options with acting like it was an inconvenience. This is more a bar with some tables but was very clean and comfortable. read more

Smokin Petes - Street corn, mac and cheese, brisket, ribs and sausage - Barbeque Near Me - Geneva, New York

Smoked wings were excellent, my partner had the pulled pork and said it was one of the best she has had. High praise as we lived in Texas for 5 years. The ambiance was a bbq shack theme and was great. Had indoor seating and outdoor seating as well. The wait to order as you order in one place was the only downside, but well worth that wait. read more

I finally got to try Smokin Pete's! Delicious BBQ with a wide variety of sauces. Clean and comfortable inside with fun decorations. Versatile and expansive outdoor area. The service was very friendly and fast (around 2pm on a weekday), although I have heard there can be a wait if you go at a busy time. Brisket and ribs were falling apart, the beans were pretty good, the broccoli salad was perfect to lighten up the meal. We also got tots on the side and the bartender recommended Alabama white bbq sauce to go with them - the combo did not disappoint! I had a bourbon drink as well which was delicious and, in my opinion, similarly priced to other alcoholic beverages in the area. I hope to go back very soon! read more

Smokin Petes - Tater tots w Alabama white BBQ sauce - Barbeque Near Me - Geneva, New York

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Smokin' Pete's is a great spot for American BBQ, and our European guests really enjoyed it. It's a bit pricey, and I wish the portions were a bit larger. In hindsight, it would've been smarter (and probably a better value) for our group to order one of the larger platters to share, rather than getting several small combos. You order food at the counter and drinks at the bar. Plenty of seats indoors. We ordered the Kashong Cowboy Smash Burger ($22), Chopped Brisket Sandwich ($18), and the 2-Meat Combo Plate ($25), which includes two sides and cornbread. We picked sliced brisket, pulled pork, tater tots, and campfire beans. The brisket was the best! Super tender, flavorful, and had that melt-in-your-mouth quality. The campfire beans were also a hit. But I love BBQ beans. Pulled pork was also solid. The cornbread was fine but a little too plain; it could use more butter or moisture. The tater tots were too crunchy (dry). We ordered a 1/4 lb of turkey since there's no kid's menu and that was devoured easily. All meats are available by weight (¼ lb, 1/2 lb, etc.), if you want to order it this way. They offer a few different condiments (OG BBQ, Hot BBQ, Honey Mustard BBQ, and Ketchup), but the OG BBQ was the only one I liked. The honey mustard BBQ was too heavy on the mustard and didn't balance well. The vibe inside is awesome. Big Bills fan energy, with dollar bills hanging from the ceiling and tons of football memorabilia throughout the space. It's got a lot of character and makes for a fun, casual dining experience. read more

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It's just okay. Judging by the line of this place you would think it was top notch. Let's talk about the pros. It's clean considering how busy it is. Portions were good sized. Food was good (not the best I have had in New York) Cons. I absolutely hated that I waited in line just to order for 30 mins. Then I found a table just to wait at least another 45 for my food. I have never waited this long for BBQ. You serve your self to get your drink and bbq sauce since they don't add any sauce or put any out on the table like most bbq places. This day they only had one sauce out. The honey mustard. Both the original and the hot bbq sauce were empty. I told the bartender and still nothing. This was a big disappointment to me. This place is a one and done for me. I don't feel I need to go back. read more

Food was excellent, ordering was easy at the bar, portions were good and I would definitely recommend to any who like barbecue as I thought it was o e of the best I have had in NY , have both indoor and outdoor seating and a extensive Bourbon selection.. read more

The bbq here is fantastic! We had the turkey and sausage and both were delicious. Went on a Friday night and it was hopping, line out the door. There's a big outdoor seating area in the back with picnic tables. Great place to enjoy a pleasant FLX evening. read more

The food at Smokin' Pete's was fantastic! We came right at dinner time, around 5:30, and the line was long. We waited about 15 minutes to order. After we ordered, we got a table right away. The place was packed but it was a nice night so there were tables inside and tables outside around fire pits and fire tables. The ambience was awesome. Their tap list was great too. I always appreciate a tap list with local beers. Sauces and drinks were self serve so we were able to wash down the spicy sauce with as much soda as possible. It wasn't cheap but prices were average for barbecued meats. We will definitely return! read more

Smokin Petes - Two meat plate with ribs, brisket, Mac and cheese, and broccoli salad - Barbeque Near Me - Geneva, New York

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A most amazing BBQ Dive bar joint! We stopped in for a quick drink since some friends had mentioned that they had an incredible selection of bourbon. They do. Incredible actually. We got a shot of Kentucky Owl and a Maple Bacon cocktail. Both were perfect. It helped that there was a Buffalo Bills game on the TV that they were winning. There's nothing like cheering for your team with a group of strangers. Anyway, the food smelled delicious, but we had just eaten dinner at Brewery Ardennes. Next time, we will stop in for BBQ and bourbon. read more

Second visit to Smokin Pete's. Fast friendly service, great food. Enjoyed sitting outback in the nice weather. Great experience and can't wait to make another visit. read more

Smokin Petes - Pulled Pork Dinner w/ Mac & Cheese and Beans sides. - Barbeque Near Me - Geneva, New York

Busy casual eatery. Ex ellent barbecue . Large portions. Quality food. Not fatty!!! Expect to wait!

Where has this place all my life? We were on a drive and took a different route. Driving past this cute joint, we decided to make a u-turn and so glad we did. You walk in the place and the BBQ smell wafts right through your brains, enticing as hell. Making it our go-to BBQ! Very important too - great, kind service! Laid back spot where you can sit outside, even with your dog. We will make this a new regular!! read more

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This was our fourth trip to the establishment. So after four times trying this BBQ spot, I can safely say... it's great! The atmosphere is chill with a bar type feel. The service is pretty decent considering how busy they are, and the food is pretty good! I have had BBQ from Terry Blacks in Austin, this is definitely a close second. The brisket is consistently delicious, the sides are tasty, the appetizers are great (get the tots with brisket). If you're looking for Texas BBQ in NY... run here, don't walk.... Run! read more

Smokin Petes - Brisket dinner - Barbeque Near Me - Geneva, New York

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Prompt service and adorable BarBQ decor, from cute cowhide booth seating to a bar made of Pennie's. They also have Picnic seating in the back of the building. I had the maple bourbon bacon wings and they were deliciously perfect. They were very satisfying and so I saved the Portabella Swiss burger and smoked Gouda Mac n Cheese. They were equally delicious the next day. My friend enjoyed her two meat plate filled with chicken, ribs, beans and the salted potatoes. read more

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Was there on Saturday afternoon because friends asked us to join them. It wasn't very welcoming but I gave it the stars because the wings were good. Tots were bland even though they said they were seasoned. Could have used some more carrot and celery sticks. It was a one time visit for me. read more

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This place was located near our Airbnb! It was very good. The barbecue is delicious. Service was outstanding and very friendly staff.

According to my foreigner friend, "This place has completed my authentic American experience." This was the best BBQ ever. We ordered the 3 meats combo: brisket, spare ribs, and pulled pork. We were extremely impressed with how juicy, flavorful, and tender the meats were. We loooved the cornbread and kale coleslaw. Again, both were the best we've ever had!! We were blown away. We were bummed that the dessert pies were sold out, even before 7pm! The staff is super friendly, recommended us different beers, and the atmosphere is spacious with both indoor and outdoor seating. It's a good place for small or big groups of people. Though it's far from where we live, we would definitely come back again. read more

Smokin Petes - 3 meat combo: brisket, pulled pork, and spare ribs with cornbread, kale coleslaw, and macaroni salad - Barbeque Near Me - Geneva, New York

Order at the counter, not the best start. Food was pretty good. Brisket was excellent. Other meats not too bad. I wasn't a big fan of the sides, but okay. Mostly outside seating but we sat inside away from most bugs. Country bar type atmosphere. A little pricey, but I would go back. read more

OMG, Smokin' Pete's BBQ was outstanding! We got 2 sampler trays, with pulled pork, brisket, chicken and the jalapeño cheese smoked sausage, along with sides of baked beans, mac n cheese,cornbread....oh the cornbread! Everything was truly delicious! Definitely making another trip soon! read more

Line was slow given rush to get out of table spent over $200+to be pushed on a holiday. Food was great but not coming back

Wait times both to order and to get your food can be long. We waited and hour to order and the an hour and a half to get our food last night. Not the first time that this has happened. I don't think we will go back again. The place has great food but not worth the hassle. read more

Turns out they are now open seven days a week! The smell when you enter says true BBQ joint! Order up front, find a table. Seating outside and live music the Monday we went! This place was jam packed, but they got the food out. About the food, absolute 10! The pulled pork sandwich was plentiful and they served with pickles and pickled onions on the side. There is a reason this place is always packed! read more

Oh my lord! I got the turkey sandwich and it was unbelievable. The street corn was ok, but the turkey sandwich was one of the best things I've eaten in my life. If you're in the area, or even close and willing to make a drive out, Smokin Pete's is a MUST!!!!!!!!! read more

We were staying on the lake for a week during the summer and we found smoke peas. Great food! Went inside to order takeout in the weight was not very long. Staff was nice when we went to the counter. Great place if you're looking for ambience as well! read more

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Fantastic food service above Go there many times enjoy the turkey my husband likes the wings. Wished they would offer baked potatoes read more