Smoque Bbq
(773) 545-7427
3800 N Pulaski Rd
Chicago,
IL
60641
41.9504
-87.728
Neighborhoods: Irving Park, Northwest Side
What People Are Saying About Smoque Bbq
The Editor
Robyn Galbos
Citysearch
The Scene
The intoxicating aroma of smoked meats wafting from the open kitchen mingles with lively chatter, creating a laid-back, convivial vibe. Patrons place orders at the counter then wait for their number to be called. They then transport plastic trays piled with food to sturdy wooden tables where the feasting (and finger licking) ensues.
The Food
A large blackboard on the wall announces the carnivore-friendly offerings: ribs, sandwiches and platters, plus a handful of house-made sides and desserts. Hand-pulled pork and crispy-skinned half chicken are juicy, tender offerings, but moist, smoky brisket steals the show, surrendering at the touch of a fork. Ribs (Memphis-style baby backs and meaty St. Louis style) also retain the signature smoky flavor, and are finished with a taste-bud-biting sweet-tangy barbecue sauce. Sides like densely creamy mac and cheese, tart vinegar-based coleslaw or fresh-cut fries complement the main offerings, and beckon for seconds.
User Reviews
bb27bb
July 21, 2008
I love Smoque. I need it at least twice a month if not more regularly. My friend and I started checking out different Chicago BBQ restaurants this year to find the best and I have to say Smoque has some of the best BBQ in the city. The St. Louis ribs are by far my favorite. The sauce, the rub, the perfection of it's cooking is always consistent. I mention the sauce because they have different sauces for their different foods. You don't need sauce but it adds another dimension to the food. The Baby back ribs are good. They aren't the best I've had in the city but they are still far better than most others. They recently added Texas sausage which is their version of hot links, not as spicy but defiantly fantastic. The brisket is the best brisket in the city. I don't need to add any more. I can't write any more because this is making me hungry and since their closed on Monday I'm SOL. Anyway, please, please, please...if you are looking for good BBQ this is a definite must.
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pink75
June 28, 2008
We had a decent experience. We had their bbq sandwhich and it was good. Their macaroni and cheese is a must try!! i would come back to this place if i really crave bbq.
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Lance512
May 24, 2008
Obviously the other people commenting have no clue what real "que" is. Real bbq you have to wait in line for, Real bbq allows you to sit in a crowd of hungry happy people. I was born and raised in Texas and have been living here in Chicago for 11 years. Until Smoque showed up, the only real Texas style bbq was IN TEXAS! I was there the first week it opened and was there last week when they started selling Mikeska's Hot Links, and I was have been there every other week in between. Smoque is the real deal. The tender juicy brisket is actually BETTER than any I have had in Texas. The ribs are meaty and tender but NOT falling off the bone. Texans like their ribs like their women... tender but still having some meat ON the bone to pull on with your mouth! The mac and cheese was something unusual but addictive. Have no idea whats in it or how they get smoke flavor on it but its wonderful. Slaw is tangy and good. Beans are sweet with chuncks of meat and onion. Then there is the new Texas hot links. OMG. Thankfully someone has had the smarts to finally bring real Texas Hot Links to Chicago. They are in real casings since you can hear the pop when you bite into a whole link.... which I did often on my way home with 8 links... and with zero grease! My pants and shirt were like new when getting home unlike the results I have had with other sausage and dry cleaners bills...! Overall, Smoque is the best bbq in Chicago hands down. I should know since I was born in Lockhart Texas which is known as the Texas BBQ Capitol. Go to Smoque, get the brisket, hot links, slaw, macncheese and cobbler. You won't regret it. Happy Trails!
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B.Y.O.B.:
Patrons are encouraged to bring their own beer or wine, and there is no corkage fee. Beer is a good complement to the full-flavored meats and sauces, but if you bring wine, keep in mind that "glassware" is limited to paper cups.
Parking:
A lot in back is available for Smoque customers. Easy street parking is another option if the lot is full.
Catering:
Smoque BBQ caters parties, picnics, corporate events and more.
Category:
Restaurants, Barbecue Restaurants, Catering
Payment Methods:
American Express, Discover, Visa, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Local Favorite, Family-Friendly Dining, B.Y.O.B., Hidden Find, Lunch Spot, Group Dining, Cheap Eats
