This place is the real deal. There are a lot of bbq joints around the south, but, every once in a while you find a place where the beef brisket is to good for words! This is that place. The food here is amazing. They make their own potato salad and cole slaw. In addition, they make their own pickles....these... More 

We might be a little bit of a barbecue snob couple. We've eaten at a lot of barbecue restaurants here in Saint Pete and by far this is our favorite. Not only is the food great, but the sauce is just the right compliment. The staff is always friendly and there to help. You can eat inside or out, or... More 

Hello, my name is danny, and im a brisketoholic. I would like to tell yall about some of the best bbq around. Please get the brisket chili, at least a gallon. And dont forget the pickles!!!!!!!!!!!! Mmmm ...thank me later!

This is now our fourth year returning to the area and every time we make sure to go to smokin j's 2/3 times, we have never been dissapointed with the food nor with the greeting we get from John and his team, we have tried most things on the menu and would say they are all great. If your any... More 

I often stop here for the barbeque. It's delicious and the prices are very reasonable. I also like the family dining atmosphere. It's also very easy to find.

You go to the counter & order your food & they bring it to you. This place is in an old house converted to resteraunt. Guys that work there are nice. They have the Best Ribs but get there early in the day for them or else sometimes they are tough later in the day. The chicken is good....And they... More 

The family that runs the place is great and the food is the best BBQ around. We come every week. Highly recommend

Good bbq, large servings, reasonable prices, friendly service. Brisket is delicious, green beans are amazing, jalepeno corn muffins and mac and cheese are ok (everyone in my family ordered the same meal, with the sweet sauce). They adjust hours with the season, so call ahead to make sure they're open. For wheelchair users, parking lot and outside seating area are... More 

I am an avid smoker and also been to a lot of barbecue places hands down price quality food best ever