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Smoke Shack - Milwaukee, WI Barbecue Restaurants
Smoke Shack - Milwaukee, WI Barbecue Restaurants
Smoke Shack - Milwaukee, WI Barbecue Restaurants
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SMOKE SHACK

(5.0 Score)
332 North Milwaukee Street,
Milwaukee, WI 53202 Directions

Since 2012

Specialty:

✓ Burnt Ends Cheese Dip ✓ Chicken Wings ✓ Deviled Eggs ✓ Fried Green Tomatoes ✓ Kansas City Eggrolls ✓ Smoke Shack Salad ✓ Brisket Plate ✓ Burnt Ends Sausage Plate ✓ Pulled Pork Plate ✓ Smoked Chicken Plate ✓ Smoked Turkey Plate ✓ Two Meat Combo ✓ Three Meat Combo ✓ Shack Sampler ✓ Shack Daddy Sampler ✓ Half Rack Ribs ✓ Full Rack Ribs ✓ Backyard BBQ Box ✓ Big Time BBQ Box ✓ Two Scoop Vanilla Ice Cream ✓ Browned Butter Cake ✓ Seasonal Berry Cheesecake ✓ Add Bun ✓ Baked Beans ✓ Baked Potato ✓ Broccoli Salad ✓ Coleslaw ✓ Cornbread ✓ Mac and Cheese ✓ Macaroni Salad ✓ Potato Salad ✓ Sweet Potato Fries ✓ Smoked Brisket ✓ Pulled Pork ✓ Beef Sausage ✓ Smoked Chicken

"Smoke Shack serves delicious slow-smoked meats and classic Southern sides in a cozy, rustic setting. They are serious about great barbecue, sometimes starting the smoking process a day early to make sure everything is perfect. You can enjoy their food by dining in, sitting on the patio, using curbside pickup, or getting it delivered. They also offer catering for events like weddings, meetings, and parties. Smoke Shack has gluten-free options and can accommodate special diets. Gift cards are available for your loved ones. They also serve vegetarian dishes. Curbside pickup and in-store pickup are available for your convenience. Join them for lunch, dinner, or brunch and enjoy slow-smoked BBQ with fresh, homemade sides.

2026 Update: Smoke Shack also offers gift cards, happy-hour food and great cocktails."

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Price:

Get It Started
Burnt Ends Cheese Dip $14.00
Chicken Wings $16.50
Deviled Eggs $11.50
Fried Green Tomatoes $12.00
Kansas City Eggrolls $13.00
Smoke Shack Salad $14.00
BBQ Sandwiches
Brisket Sloppy Joe (Out Of Stock)
12 lb Plates
Brisket Plate $21.00
Burnt Ends Sausage Plate $18.50
Pulled Pork Plate $16.50
Smoked Chicken Plate $16.50
Smoked Turkey Plate $16.50
Combo Platters & Ribs
Two Meat Combo $25.00
Three Meat Combo $30.00
Shack Sampler $45.00
Shack Daddy Sampler $65.00
For The Group
Backyard BBQ Box $99.00
Mason Jar Sides Sauces
Pint Carolina Gold Mason $13.00
Pint House BBQ Mason $13.00
Pint Kansas City Mason $13.00
Pint Kick 24 Mason $15.00
Pint Texas BBQ Mason $13.00
Pint Pickles Mason $10.00
Pint Dry Rub $10.00
Sweet Potato Fries $6.00
Macaroni Salad $6.00

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Contact:

(414) 431-1119

Mon-Thu & Sun: 11am - 9pm
Fri & Sat: 11am - 10pm

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DOC'S Smokehouse - Milwaukee, WI Barbecue Restaurants
DOC'S Smokehouse - Milwaukee, WI Barbecue Restaurants
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DOC'S SMOKEHOUSE

(4.9 Score)
754 North Vel R. Phillips Avenue,
Milwaukee, WI 53203 Directions

Since 2016

Specialty:

✓ Trucker Snack ✓ L.A. Caviar ✓ Smoked Onion Dip ✓ Hat Trick ✓ Fried Pickles ✓ Cheese Curds ✓ Bama Style ✓ Texas Style ✓ Packer Style ✓ Turkey Breast Plate ✓ Pork Shoulder Plate ✓ Linz Angus Brisket Plate ✓ St Louis Ribs (Full Slab) ✓ St Louis Ribs (Half Slab) ✓ Usinger's Cajun Hot Link Plate ✓ Usinger's Jalapeño Cheddar Plate ✓ Chicken (2 Chicken Leg Quarters) ✓ Linz Prime Rib ✓ 2 Meat Plate ✓ Chopped Salad ✓ Turkey BLT Bowl ✓ Caesar Salad ✓ Fries or Tots ✓ Baked Beans ✓ Mac & Cheese ✓ Cole Slaw ✓ Side Salad ✓ Dirty Rice ✓ Potato Salad ✓ Chicken Wings

"DOC'S Smokehouse is known for their tasty Southern-style BBQ and a great selection of craft beers. This restaurant is located in the SpringHill Suites Milwaukee Downtown. They make their smoked meats the traditional way using just hickory smoke, spices, and lots of time. Every dish is made with care to bring out the best flavor. They also offer one of the biggest bourbon and whiskey collections in the city. When you order a BBQ plate, it comes with two sides, dill pickles, and white bread for a classic Southern experience. DOC'S Smokehouse also offers catering for any size event, so you can enjoy their delicious food at parties, gatherings, or special occasions. They also serve happy hour food and great cocktails.

2026 Update: DOC'S Smokehouse is committed to providing happy-hour food, great cocktails and a private dining room. The restaurant also accepts various payment options such as Credit cards, debit cards and NFC mobile payments."

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DOC's Smokehouse is the winner of the Big Gig Pig Award for 2018

Price:

Starters
Trucker Snack $10
L.A. Caviar $8
Smoked Onion Dip $10
Hat Trick $25
Fried Pickles $10
Cheese Curds $12
Loaded Spuds
Bama Style $14
Texas Style $16
Packer Style $18
Hickory Smoked BBQ
Turkey Breast Plate $18
Pork Shoulder Plate $16
Linz Angus Brisket Plate $20
St. Louis Ribs (Full) $35
(Half) $18
Usinger’s Cajun Hot Link Plate $17
Usinger’s Jalapeño Cheddar Plate $18
Chicken (Leg Quarters) $16
2 Meat Plate $29
Salads
Chopped Salad $12
Turkey BLT Bowl $12
Caesar Salad $12
Deluxe Sandwiches
The Maloney $18
Doc’S Club $18
Grilled Cheese Incident $19
Texas Dip $24
Doc’S Deluxe Burger $16
Pie
Lemon Ice Box $6
Oreo $7
Peanut Butter $6
Chocolate $7

Contact:

(414) 935-2029

Mon-Wed & Sun: 11:30am - 9pm
Thu: 11:30am - 10pm
Fri & Sat: 11:30am - 12:30am

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Double B's BBQ - Milwaukee, WI Barbecue Restaurants
Double B's BBQ - Milwaukee, WI Barbecue Restaurants
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DOUBLE B'S BBQ

(4.9 Score)
7412 West Greenfield Avenue, West Allis,
Milwaukee, WI 53214 Directions

Since 2015

Specialty:

✓ Soup of the Day ✓ Wedge Salad ✓ Smokehouse Wings ✓ Smoked Bacon Balls ✓ Timber Logs ✓ Brisket Burnt Ends ✓ Jalapeño Dip ✓ Baby Back Ribs (Half-Rack) ✓ Baby Back Ribs (Full-Rack) ✓ Spare Ribs (Half-Rack) ✓ Spare Ribs (Full-Rack) ✓ Sliced Brisket ✓ Kielbasa Plate ✓ Smoked Pulled Pork ✓ Smoked Pulled Chicken ✓ Smoked Pulled Ham ✓ Smokehouse Half Chicken ✓ Meat and Meat Combo ✓ Double-B Burger ✓ Black Bean Burger - Vegetarian ✓ Pulled Pork Sandwich ✓ Pulled Chicken Sandwich ✓ Pulled Ham Sandwich ✓ Sliced Brisket Sandwich ✓ Brisket Burnt Ends Sandwich ✓ Smokehouse Beans ✓ Homemade Mac and Cheese ✓ Smashed Potatoes ✓ Coleslaw ✓ Cornbread ✓ Seasonal Vegetable ✓ French Fries

"Double B's BBQ is a casual and friendly spot where you can enjoy tasty smoked brisket, ribs, wings, and classic sides. The restaurant is located 7.8 miles from Milwaukee. The place has a relaxed vibe with both bar and patio seating. The pitmaster, Mark Timber has over 40 years of experience and has worked with some of Milwaukee's best. Double B's is known for their award-winning barbecue using cherry wood and housemade dry rubs to bring out rich, smoky flavors in fresh cuts of meat. For kids, they offer comfort food favorites like a bowl of mac & cheese, chicken tenders, and grilled cheese. They also cater to your events. Whether you're eating at the restaurant or enjoying your meal at home, Double B's BBQ delivers a delicious and memorable barbecue experience. Their Smoked Pulled Chicken is seasoned and slow-smoked over hickory wood for 4 hours, coming out juicy, tender, and packed with flavor.

2026 Update: Double B's BBQ provides dine-in, takeaway, kerbside pickup and on-site services. Free Wi-Fi, high chairs and kids' menu are also available."

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Price:

Starters
Soup Of The Day $5
Wedge Salad $8
Smokehouse Wings $9
Smoked Bacon Balls $9
Timber Logs $9
Brisket Burnt Ends $9
Jalapeño Dip $9
Barbecue Platters
Baby Back Ribs (Half-Rack) $23
Baby Back Ribs (Full-Rack) $32
Spare Ribs (Half Rack) $23
Spare Ribs (Full-Rack) $32
Brisket Burnt Ends $19
Sliced Brisket $19
Kielbasa Plate $19
Smoked Pulled Pork $16
Smoked Pulled Chicken $16
Smoked Pulled Ham $17
Smokehouse Half Chicken $17
Meat And Meat Combo $30
Burgers Sandwiches
Double-B Burger $18
12lb Angus Burger $14
12lb Fresh Angus Burger W Cheese $15
Bacon Cheeseburger $17
Black Bean Burger (Vegetarian) $13
Pulled Pork Sandwich $13
Pulled Chicken Sandwich $13
Pulled Ham Sandwich $14
Sliced Brisket Sandwich $16
Brisket Burnt Ends Sandwich $16

Discount:

Every $50 Purchase in Gift Cards Gives You a $10 Gift Card Free

Contact:

(414) 257-9150

Tue-Thu: 11am - 9pm
Fri & Sat: 11am - 10pm
Mon & Sun: Closed

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SMOKE SHACK REVIEWS

The food was delicious, the place’s aesthetic is perfect, very cozy and great for families. The server Reed was very attentive to our needs, always checking on us and making sure that we got our drinks and food on time. The food came incredibly fast, the meat was tender and flavorful. Everything was a 10 out of 10. Highly recommend this place! If you don’t know what to get I suggest the platter that has a mix of sandwiches and cuts of meat. I will be coming back very soon!

The atmosphere is perfect, the music couldn’t be better! Everyone is super friendly, the food is to die for, and our server Emily was lovely! She greeted us with a smile and took our order, happily recommending all the good stuff. Highly recommend this place! I can’t believe they don’t have FIVE STARS! Even their bathroom has a ton of character and the whole place is spotless. Love it!

We ordered 8 lbs of Brisket for a Kentucky Derby party! Service was wonderful and the brisket was out of this world!! Everyone loved it!! We'll be back next year! Thanks!!

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DOC'S SMOKEHOUSE REVIEWS

I am my husband we’re going to a show for our anniversary and looking for a place to eat. We love our smoked meats and We came across Doc’s Smokehouse! First impression when we walked inside is the place smelled amazing. We were seated and greeted by our amazing waiter Frank, who explained everything to us. From their style cooking to the choices of meats, we chose to order the three meat plate and were pleasantly surprised with the quality of meat and the flavor. There was no need for sauce. Everything was amazing. Great service from Frank!!! We will definitely be returning.

Great food and top notch customer service! Love the vibe of the place. Gotta try all their different sauces and we recommend getting the judge’s platter to sample the different meats. Will definitely return here!

I just dropped by for a piece of pie this trip. I love Doc's Smokehouse. Try the Texas Fries or any of the pies. I got Lemon Ice Box Pie this time.

DOUBLE B'S BBQ REVIEWS

Food is absolutely delicious! Best BBQ in all of Milwaukee. If you love BBQ give this place a try you will not be disappointed! The atmosphere is beautiful and so well done. The real plants that are all over the restaurant are very well taken care of and so healthy and lush! Pulled pork is tender, moist, seasoned perfectly, and mouth watering! Sliced brisket is so tender you can cut it with a fork! The seasoning is spot on and it’s literally melt in your mouth delicious! Mac & Cheese was everything it should be, creamy, cheesy, and just the right amount of seasoning.

Wonderful experience here. The atmosphere here is very nice and calming. The waiters are friendly and ask politely what we would like. The food, though, is by far the best part of my experience. The food had that southern style flavor, and there was just enough food to eat. Convenient restaurant if you're in a BBQ mood. I loved this restaurant!

I loved the atmosphere. Service was fantastic and food was very tasty. A perfect lunch.

TBR® Inspection Score Report

SMOKE SHACK Total Inspection Points: 119/120
Reviews Study: 9
Acknowledgments: 10
Business Hours: 10
Menu Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Contact Info: 10
Current Evaluation: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Pricing: 10
Reviews Accuracy of 5.9K: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

DOC'S SMOKEHOUSE Total Inspection Points: 118/120
Experience: 8
Acknowledgments: 10
Business Hours: 10
Menu Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Contact Info: 10
Current Evaluation: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Pricing: 10
Reviews Accuracy of 2.8K: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

DOUBLE B'S BBQ Total Inspection Points: 117/120
Experience: 8
Reviews Study: 9
Acknowledgments: 10
Menu Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Contact Info: 10
Current Evaluation: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Pricing: 10
Reviews Accuracy of 5.5K: 10