Johnny V's Smoke Shack

This was our first visit to Johnny V’s and the customer service immediately stood out. The ladies at the counter were friendly, patient, and walked us through how things work. It is an open seating setup where you find your own table and place your order at the counter. The food overall was solid. The burger was cooked right to temperature and tasted good. It did not blow us away, but it was definitely enjoyable. The pulled pork, however, was fantastic with a generous portion that made it a highlight of the meal. Fries were crunchy, well seasoned, and perfectly executed. Prices felt a little high for what you get, although that seems to be the way things are going everywhere these days. Still, we had a good experience with above average food and great service. We will gladly stop in agai

This place deserves every single star possible!!!! We won a $50 gift card via 99.1 WNEM Radio; we figured that 50 at a smokehouse wouldnt get us far, so we had low expectations; and they blew that right out of the water!!! Let's start with the food: The portions were huge!!! We left full, with a ToGo box stuffed full, and my boyfriend is no small eater!!! The food was SO delicious, that cornbread was unbelievable, and the housemade sauces were out of this world!!! The service was incredible. They boast "family like service" and they weren't playing!! Jordan himself was our server and he was kind, patient, informative and so helpful! We have a hard time making choices, but he answered all our questions, offered suggestions, and made sure we got the most bang for our buck!!! The atmosphere w

Amazing! Went here after I proposed to my girl for a quick lunch. Heard a lot about the place so decided to check it out. It surpassed my expectations. Employees were awesome. And food was yummy! 10/10 recommend!

We visited after my wife had seen a tiktok about this place. We ordered the cheesy French dip with fries, rack of ribs with beans and macaroni and cheese, burnt ends for an appetizer, and bread pudding. The food was delicious. This is not your run of the mill BBQ place. Everything was better. The seasonings and flavors were just a level up. The servings were very plentiful. My wife ate the bread pudding first because that couldn't go home with us, and the candied walnuts and fruit she thought made it the best she's ever had. The restaurant and restrooms were very clean and stocked. The employees were welcoming, polite, and so friendly. If we lived closer we'd come often, so we'll have to settle for when we are in the area.

If you're anywhere near Perry, Michigan, Johnny V’s Smoke Shack is absolutely worth a visit. This casual, family-friendly BBQ spot delivers big flavor and warm hospitality in a cozy setting that feels like a hidden gem. From the moment you walk in, you're welcomed with genuine service, and a menu full of smoked meats, house-made sauces, and comfort food favorites. The real standout for me was the “Build Your Own Burger”, which was cooked to a perfect medium rare—juicy, flavorful, and lightly charred with just the right touch of pink inside. I loaded mine up with crisp lettuce, melty cheese, caramelized onions, and their signature cherry-BBQ mayo. The flavor was phenomenal, with a subtle smoky infusion from their cherry wood smoking process that adds a unique Michigan twist. The fresh bun