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Smoke Shack, Milwaukee, WI

Smoke Shack

4.4
4.4
455 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 5 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
We're obsessed with the craft of smoked meat. Our certified humanely-raised meats are dry rubbed, slow smoked, and sauced by you. In some cases, we began smoking your meat yesterday to ensure you get the perfect quality barbecue. We smoke our meats in small batches, all-day, every-day. In some cases, we sell out when items are in high demand, but sit back, savor a bourbon or two, and try something new. We're certain that you'll enjoy our variety!

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Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Unspecified
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    There is a parking garage one block to the south.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Alex Sazama
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What 455 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Wisconsin

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Milwaukee

    Great for brunch

  • Milwaukee

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Milwaukee

    Great for outdoor dining

Review summary

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Smoke Shack in Milwaukee is a barbecue haven that delights with "fantastic rubs" on ribs, "amazing cornbread," and "super friendly" service. Diners rave about the "Sweet & Sticky Burnt Ends" and the "fun outdoor seating." While some mention dry brisket, the vibrant atmosphere and "great selection" of sauces keep patrons returning.

455 Reviews
  1. barbg

    Milwaukee2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 23 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and cocktails. Terrific service! Will go again!

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  2. David

    Milwaukee5 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on 22 February 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    We waited for over an hour for our order to be served and had to rush through dinner to make it to the show we were going to. Additionally, the “brisket” sandwich was all fat and inedible. We will not be returning.
    Smoke ShackResponded on 25 February 2025
    Hi David. We’re sorry to hear that your experience didn’t meet expectations. We always strive to provide timely service and high-quality food, and it’s disappointing to learn that we missed the mark for you. Our brisket is carefully smoked for hours to achieve the best flavor and texture, but if anything was off with your meal, we would have been happy to address it right away. We appreciate your feedback and will share it with our team to ensure we continue improving. If you’d be open to giving us another try, we’d love the opportunity to provide the experience we’re known for. Rachael, GM

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  3. Rob

    Minneapolis1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 21 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Alan was a great server. Food was outstanding. Will come back whenever I'm in Milwaukee and need a ribs fix.
    Smoke ShackResponded on 22 February 2025
    Hi Rob! We agree, Allan is pretty awesome and we're lucky to have him on our team. Can't wait to see you again when you're in town for those spares. See you soon!

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  4. Eli

    Milwaukee2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 14 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We frequent the Smoke Shack fairly often and for good reason. The food is always top notch and our service was fantastic. We sat outside in the enclosed area with the fire tables which made it perfectly comfortable for “outside” seating. Their bourbon selection is fantastic and the Valentine’s Day dessert special was outstanding.
    Smoke ShackResponded on 15 February 2025
    Hi Eli! Wow, so glad we could help to make your Valentine's Day special - and yeah, that shortcake was killer. Super excited to add it to the new menu 😉 Can't wait to have you back! Cheers!

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  5. Brian

    Minneapolis2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 14 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, great value, and great service. Perfect!
    Smoke ShackResponded on 15 February 2025
    Hi Brian! Thanks so much for the stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ We appreciate it and we appreciate YOU! Hope to see you again soon!

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  6. Lori

    Seattle1 review

    3.0

    Dined on 31 January 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Brisket was good, also had pulled pork, but personally didn’t care for the Brussels sprouts and coleslaw lacked flavor. We tried the pulled pork egg rolls as an app and enjoyed them.
    Smoke ShackResponded on 2 February 2025
    Lori, thank you for the review, and we are happy that the barbecued meat was the highlight of your meal. We love those pulled pork egg rolls; that is one of our top sellers for appetizers. Sorry to hear your sides were lacking in flavor, and I have alerted our team so we can adjust the flavor. We look forward to your next visit to see how we have improved!

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  7. Kathy VIP

    Milwaukee2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 24 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always great here. Good, service and general ambiance is wonderful!
    Smoke ShackResponded on 25 January 2025
    Hi Kathy! Thanks so much for taking the time to leave us those stars! We always appreciate it, and YOU!⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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  8. Andy

    San Francisco1 review

    3.0

    Dined on 14 January 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Was looking forward to some good bbq, but left very disappointed. The meats tasted as if they were cooked days ago, dry and not up to temp. I enjoyed the sides very much, but for the price, I expected more from the smoked meats.
    Smoke ShackResponded on 19 January 2025
    Hi Andy! Thank you for your feedback. We’re sorry to hear the smoked meats didn’t meet your expectations, as we strive for top quality and freshness. While we’re glad you enjoyed the sides, we understand the importance of getting the whole meal right. We’d appreciate the chance to make it up to you—please reach out to us at 414.431.1119 ex 2. Thank you for giving us the opportunity to improve! Cheers, Rachael, GM

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  9. Tim

    Chicago1 review

    3.0

    Dined on 27 December 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Brisket was dry and ribs were overcooked and very Smokey. Service was great and sides were tasty but for being a bbq place the meat was not great
    Smoke ShackResponded on 29 December 2024
    Hi Tim! Sorry to hear we missed the mark on the Spares and Brisket during your visit - I'll pass your comments onto our culinary team. Thank for taking the time to let us know, it's the only way we get better. Cheers!

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  10. Christine

    Milwaukee1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 30 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waited today was top notch. He was informative, calm, cool and knowledgeable. He made it a great experience. I had the seitan and my boyfriend has the pulled pork. Both were amazing and cooked perfectly. Great work, team!
    Smoke ShackResponded on 1 December 2024
    Thank you Christine for the 5 stars! We just updated our menu and we're glad to hear you enjoyed the Seitan. We are also happy to hear the service you received was great.

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FAQs

Smoke Shack does offer delivery in partnership with Chow Now and Uber Eats. Smoke Shack also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (414) 431-1119.

Smoke Shack is rated 4.4 stars by 455 OpenTable diners.

Smoke Shack does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 5 times today
Google Map for Smoke Shack

332 N Milwaukee Street, Milwaukee, WI 53202

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Unspecified
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    There is a parking garage one block to the south.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Alex Sazama
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