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Smoke Shack, Milwaukee, WI

Smoke Shack

4.6 (470)
$30 and under
American
332 N Milwaukee Street, Milwaukee, WI 53202

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2 people
7:30 PM
Booked 7 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for groups
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for outdoor dining
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

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • 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
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Alex Sazama
  • Private party facilities
    We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion.
  • Neighborhood
    Milwaukee
  • Cross street
    St. Paul
  • Parking details
    There is a parking garage one block to the south.
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine
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What 470 people are saying

Smoke Shack reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

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Review summary

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Smoke Shack provides "fantastic meal" experiences with "great food, service, and atmosphere." Guests appreciate the "outstanding" ribs, diverse sauce options, and "delicious sides." The vibrant ambiance and lively staff add to the charm. While some experiences vary, the "amazing" egg rolls and "fun atmosphere" make it a must-visit for BBQ lovers.
470 Reviews
  1. rebecca VIP

    Wisconsin69 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    We both ordered the ribs and they were very dry. The ambience is great. The server was nice, but then when we asked for paper napkins, they did not provide any, and we were left with fingers covered in rib sauce at the end of the meal. Not sure why they don’t provide a wet wipe or a finger bowl. The server dropped the bill on our table right after we got our meals. That was not friendly or welcoming at all!
    Smoke ShackResponded on June 19, 2025
    Hello Rebecca, I am terribly sorry to hear of these missteps from your time with us. We have spoken to the team with regard to providing a great experience and providing above reproach hospitality. I have also spoken with the executive chef to ensure the execution and production of our proteins are followed at all times. Thank you for the kind note on the ambiance and for taking the time to share these details with us, we will rectify this immediately. Thank you again Rebecca for sharing your experience, we certainly hope you will join us again. Thank You Patrick Erdman Regional Director of Operations

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  2. Tyler

    Unspecified1 review

    2.0

    Dined on May 31, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Attempted to have dinner 5/31. We had a 6:30 reservation and arrived on time. We ordered a round of drinks and 1 app of chicken wings. The wings were a plus, they were tasty and good sauce options but the smokey old fashioned was not a hit. We ordered a round of beers and our dinner. We got the round of beers....the food and our server were never seen again. After several requests about the status of our order we were forced to cancel and leave to make it to a show on time. I do have to say that the manager on duty was great and comped our drinks when she was made aware of the situation.
    Smoke ShackResponded on June 2, 2025
    We apologize for the lackluster experience you had when you dined with us. We are usually very good about getting food out to guests quickly, especially since we are a destination for preshow dining. I am happy to hear that the manager was able to offer a solution while you were here. Please give us another chance, so you can taste our delicious barbecue.

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  3. Mark

    Chicago / Illinois13 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 31, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Just a little better than ok. Food was tasty, but arrived lukewarm. Don't know who's at fault, kitchen or server...
    Smoke ShackResponded on June 2, 2025
    We appreciate the criticism for the meat temperature, and we are working the staff to make sure the BBQ comes out to your liking. Have a great day, and hopefully we get to see you soon to show you we have improved.

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  4. Eve

    Wisconsin1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We loved Smoke Shack! We tried it out last weekend, and all the food - ribs, vegetables, and desserts were outstanding! Prices were reasonable. Plus, the waiter was hilarious. So much fun!
    Smoke ShackResponded on June 7, 2025
    Hi Eve! So glad you enjoyed your visit at our lil Shack - our team of misfits (including myself!) love being able to have a great time at work and include our guests in the fun. Cheers, and we hope to see you again soon! Rachael, GM

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  5. Nick

    Las Vegas1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It's been a minute since I was able to get to Smoke Shack. But my meal reminded me of why we used to come weekly. I'll have to come more regularly again, it was delicious!
    Smoke ShackResponded on May 26, 2025
    Thank you Nick for commenting. We look forward to your weekly visits! Please continue to order our Brisket and Ribs, or if you just want to stop in and grab a nip of Bourbon.

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  6. Amy

    Wisconsin1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, service and atmosphere , would recommend
    Smoke ShackResponded on May 20, 2025
    Thanks Amy, we appreciate the kind words!

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  7. Karen

    Wisconsin2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The incredible food tastes even more scrumptious because the staff is even better than the menu. You just have to eat here to know what I mean.
    Smoke ShackResponded on May 20, 2025
    Wow, thanks for the kind words Karen! What a compliment and our staff very much appreciates it. Thanks for visiting and we'll see you soon!

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  8. Jason

    Los Angeles2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Will come back for sure, good location - good food - good service
    Smoke ShackResponded on May 20, 2025
    Thanks for taking the time to let us know, Jason! We appreciate you!

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  9. Jordan

    Chicago / Illinois1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server was so awesome! Food was amazing and loved the vibe of the whole establishment.
    Smoke ShackResponded on May 10, 2025
    Hi Jordan! Always makes us happy to hear that our team made you feel welcome in our lil Shack - hope we get to see you again soon. Cheers!

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  10. Jonathan VIP

    Wisconsin7 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on May 3, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    Disappointing compared to the numerous other times we’ve eaten there and had a great experience. After being seated at our table (which had a significant tilt) we waited 10 minutes before a server finally came over (without an apology). Appetizer and mains all came out simultaneously. Pulled chicken wasn’t pulled—served as pieces.
    Smoke ShackResponded on May 10, 2025
    Hi Jonathan. Thank you for your feedback—we always strive to deliver a smooth, enjoyable experience, and it’s clear we missed the mark with the service and pacing of your meal. That’s not the impression we want to leave, and we’ll be following up with our team to make sure this is addressed. We also wanted to clarify that our chicken is listed as smoked chicken on the menu and not pulled as it was in years past, which may have led to some confusion—we appreciate you pointing that out, and we’ll look into how we can make that clearer moving forward. We truly value your continued support and hope you’ll give us another chance to make things right. When you return we’d love the opportunity to provide the great experience you’re used to. Cheers!

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FAQs

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

Smoke Shack is rated 4.6 stars by 470 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
7:30 PM
Booked 7 times today
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332 N Milwaukee Street, Milwaukee, WI 53202

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    St. Paul
  • Neighborhood
    Milwaukee
  • 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
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Unspecified
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • 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
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine
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