Smokin' J's Rib and Brewhouse

This was our 2nd visit, its been maybe a year since last time? This visit we had a hankering for some BBQ. I'd like to speak to the added charges and the food. We both got the 3 meat BBQ sampler dinners for $20, my husband caught the fine print for the $3 upcharge for brisket which I missed. I had the hickory smoked sausage, the brisket and pulled pork. Husband got ribs, brisket and sausage. We both liked the baked beans, although I had a couple pieces of soft fat bits in mine (its a texture thing for me). I saw there was a sausage sampler appetizer that included a golden nc sauce and horseradish sauce. Because I got the sausage in the 3 meat BBQ sampler dinner I asked if I could have some of the NC sauce and horseradish sauce to try. The NC sauce was indeed tasty but had I known the horse

Updated review on 2nd visit. The last one was extremely detailed and management actually responded to any issues I mentioned, so extra points for that. This review I'll keep short and sweet. I still recommend this place! Stopped in on a Friday night, and hour before close and they still happily sat us. Food both times was hot and absolutely delicious. Prices are very fair considering portion and quality. Staff was friendly and efficient. This place should be hopping and deserves more business. Check them out if you're in town.

NOT GOOD Upon arriving at the restaurant, we were surprised to find it completely empty not a single customer in sight. (Photos to follow for reference.) Despite this, it took several minutes before anyone came to greet our table. Once we were finally seated, it was at least another 10 minutes before we received our drinks, followed by an extended delay before anyone took our food order. Shockingly, it took nearly 45 plus minutes for our food to arrive. Given the complete lack of other patrons, this was unacceptable. Even more frustrating when the food did come, it was cold. As we were already quite hungry and had waited so long, we decided to eat it regardless. When one of us politely requested the check, a to-go box, and asked to speak with a manager regarding the excessive wait time,

My Wife and I really enjoyed this Restaurant as the food, atmosphere and staff were all very good. My Wife had the Cheese Steak sandwich with a Baked Potato which she absolutely enjoyed. I had the Chopped Pork BBQ dinner with baked beans, cole slaw and cornbread which I did enjoy with the exception of the Pork which had a great smoky taste and was well cooked but was so full of fat it made it less enjoyable to eat. This may have just been a one off thing so I am going to give them the benefit of doubt plus I am from Eastern NC so I am just a little picky when it comes to BBQ. All in all a very good dinner and a reasonable price range.

My wife and I were in the area and decided to try something new. We were pleasantly surprised the restaurant was not very busy. The staff were extremely attentive. No wait for a seat. We sat on the terrace outside. We had a starter the pickle chips. They were amazing. We elected to order the smoking J’s feast. It was huge. The food that was meant to be hot was hot. The food that was supposed to be cold was cold. The cornbread was good. The macaroni and cheese was good. The broccoli salad was good. The ribs were great. The brisket was tender and tasty. And the pulled pork was very good. Parking was free, which is always nice. Our server did a great job making sure if we needed something we were taking care of. When it was time for the bill, she brought us some boxes. We loaded up enough fo