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    Starbecks Smokehouse

    3.9 (152 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Krista B.

    Went on a trip to Georgia and we absolutely loved the food and the whole experience. The service was terrific. They make the sides there like the potato salad and so so yummy.

    The two meat and 1/3 rd rack of ribs combo
    Quinzhee H.

    We fell in love with this place last year on our way through Waterloo. We thought we'd try the two meat plus 1/3 rd rack of ribs combo this time. NOT DISAPPOINTED!!!! The sweet and tangy sauce is great over the pulled pork. The burnt ends and ribs were so tender that they brought a tear to our eyes. Very good and we couldn't finish it all. Well, more for lunch the next day. The atmosphere is pretty cool also.

    2 meat combo with brisket and pulled pork!
    Dawn M.

    First time dining "in house" and the new place is great. Plenty of seating both in doors and out, service is friendly and helpful with ordering. The ordering is the tricky part and I did not see any signs for procedure so that is why staff is so kind and helpful. Order at the counter and then they call your number when the meal is ready. The restaurant looks like it has table service but it does not. Food is melt in your mouth delicious. I have never been a big brisket eater. I was probably scared some a piece that was dried up and chewy at some point in my younger years, but the brisket here melts in your mouth!! And the ribs...I can't say enough about them!! Pulled pork is standard and oh so good. I'm a little bit in love with the Cole slaw- it has green apple in it- yum!! And if there is still room arm the corn muffin has just the right amount of sweetness! I love this bbq!

    Huge Tenderloin
    Gene H.

    The Big Sexy Burger was outstanding! Awesome sides as well!! New Location...Same great food. Stopped by for another Big Sexy Burger and others ordered up a Tenderloin and an Iowa Philly. All were very good and generous portion sizes...sides varied from Green Beans to Potato Salad, Fries, and Mac&Cheese. Great new ambiance in the larger building with alot of nostalgic decorations.

    Burnt ends sandwich
    Kirk J.

    This place had good reviews so we checked it out. I had the burnt end sandwich at the suggestion of the cashier. It was really good. Nice flavor and the fat was perfectly rendered. I usually don't like pieces of fat but this made even the fatty bits terrific. Fries were perfectly salted and crunchy and the Mac and cheese was creamy. Came with cornbread that had a nice sweetness and also enough fat to have a bit of a crust on it. Very solid little hole in the wall BBQ joint. Small indoor seating area and they put a table with an umbrella outside if you want to eat outside.

    Connected to hotel
    jae c.

    I haven't tried many fried pork tenderloin sandwiches but I heard Iowa is known for them. This was the first restaurant I ate after I landed and the sandwich did not dissappoint. It is full of flavor and the portion was pretty big. If the sides were good I would've gave it a 5 star but sides were kind of bland. Overall I would recommend this place to anyone in the Waterloo area!

    Fried fish (request bun) w/ fries, mac n cheese, cornbread
    Kim M.

    Restaurant has full service on bar side, counter service on the more family seating side; fun atmosphere. Bar side has great service. They have a fried fish sandwich listed, that when you order it they apologize and say it's not really a sandwich and they don't know why it's in that section. Never fear! Ask for it on a bun and voila! A really good fish sandwich. Tarter sauce is spot on. Fries and mac n cheese are great. End with a really good sweet and crunchy on the edges cornbread. Lot's of beer choices on tap (bottles and full bar too).

    Two meat plate with ribs and brisket under ribs
    Nick V.

    Enjoyed my bbq dinner at this restaurant yesterday. Ordering is at counter. I had 2 meat plate that came with 2 sides. Ribs and brisket were good. Baked beans and coleslaw were tasty also. The baked beans had a variety of ingredients and meat and was filling. The dish came with cornbread that was great. Plenty of seating and parking. Prices were good and portions just right.

    Hanging with Jeff the co-owner!

    This is a great restaurant! The food is authentic, created by the crew on site, and the menu is creative! The service is top class. Everyone we encountered were helpful, friendly and really knowledgeable. Finally, the atmosphere is terrific, well thought out and welcoming! We enjoyed the Burnt Ends, Pulled Pork and Pulled Chicken. The cornbread and Mac n Cheese are terrific! Do yourself a favor and check it out!

    All this is looking towards the front door.  Lots of vintage items to take in thy creates a hectic yet themed environment.

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    11 months ago

    This owner is beyond disrespectful, talking to his employees, the way that he does. They'll never see my money again.

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    Decent food for the area. Large servings, so definitely shouldn't leave hungry. Good service that was additionally quick.

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    large portions. ribs were great, favorite baked beans ever! & atmosphere/decor made it extra fun. business dinner

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    2 years ago

    Outstanding. Brisket is melt in my mouth goodness. No fat just lean meat. Cornbread is so tasty. Cheese curds great. Service-fantastic.

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    The food and service were outstanding! I got 3 different meats and they were all delicious!

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    So kind! Thank you!

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    2 years ago

    Amazing food, great atmosphere! My families favorite restaurant, and our go-to place to Meetup with friends.

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