Smokejack

I’ll be completely honest. I’m not a fan of BBQ food but the wife wanted to try this place. We went on a Wednesday Evening which we were greeted as soon as we walked in the door and shown a table. The restaurant is kept clean and has a southern decor. The only reason why I rated this as a 3 star was because nothing stood out. Our waiter seemed to be in a hurry and what I mean by that was as soon as we sat down he asked what we wanted to drink and if we would like something to start us off. We didn’t even get to look at the menu which I honestly didn’t bother me too much but nearing the ends of our meals, he asked if we like any deserts. We both replied no thanks and he immediately put the bill on the table and walked away. I know my wife and I look young which might have played into the fast service but it made us both feel like he thought we wouldn’t leave a decent tip or maybe we did something to upset him. Overall, if you like BBQ food, I say give it a try but again…. nothing stood out to me as being above normal. There was an annoying fly that kept landing in our table and flying above our heads.

Smokejack BBQ is a great place to go for BBQ. I got the Brisket with spicy BBQ sauce, mac and cheese, and corn pudding. The fried pickles were okay, and the sauce was great. The mac and cheese was sort of average. however, the brisket was delicious. When you add the sauces that they have on the table, the brisket hits the spot. The corn pudding was pretty damn good, as well. I enjoyed the brisket, but I'm sure most people would cringe that I enjoyed it more with the spicy BBQ sauces they have at the table. I just wish there were slightly hotter and more flavorful sauces to slather on to my food. To be clear, the brisket doesn't need it, but I will never pass up an opportunity for sauces. My peer got the ribs Memphis style, but I don't know the particular dry rub they put on this. As you can see from the photo, his ribs were a generous portion. I don't know the dry rub that they put on this, but it was *absolutely* delicious. One of the servers/waiters who I thought was the owner or manager -- was absolutely top notch. He would check and make sure everyone was okay at each table. I don't recall his name, however.

Smokejacks is a local fav of mine for good southern food and BBQ. My personal favorite is the Smoked Boneless Chicken Thigh appetizer which I usually get as a meal. The Orange Habanero Glaze, Slaw, Blue Cheese and Scallions combo flavor is so good... If you are a fan of fried pickles and/or mac-n-cheese, Smokejacks is a must! And please bring back my favorite fish tacos please, please, please!!!!!

Canadian reviewing Georgian restaurants. I mean Smoke Houses! And in Canada, we don't have real Smoke Houses. This was the real deal. Emory was an amazing hostess! She made the experience wonderful. She helped guide us through the food selection and made us feel right at home. Also, her recommendation of the Blueberry Moonshine Slushie of Awesomeness was, well, awesome! Someone give Emory a raise and high five for being so amazing. We are definitely coming back to Smokejack BBQ when we are in Georgia again.