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Full-service Central Texas style barbeque restaurant, cocktail bar and caterer. No shortcuts, everything from scratch using three generations of recipes and techniques from Tyler, Austin and Odessa/Midland Texas. All meats cooked outside on a 22 foot offset barrel smoker that we designed and built ourselves. Only Oregon White Oak used. No charcoal, gas or electric assistance. Quality, Simplicity & Tradition
Laid-back stop for Texas-style BBQ meats smoked on-site & hearty sides plus catering & a full bar.
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Address: 501 Columbia St, Vancouver, WA 98660
Phone: (360) 433-2755
Website: http://www.thesmokinoakpit.com/
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Reviews
Jacqueline Garcia
Found this place on yelp and let me tell you it did not disappoint!! This looks like a hole in the wall but once you pass the smokers that they actually cook on omg… the inside is so inviting. The staff is awesome and the customers are equally as awesome. We had multiple drinks and not one disappointed. We also had Texas Twinkies and omg!!! The flavor was awesome. My hubby had the red chilli brisket that was amazing. We definitely recommend and will definitely be back❣️❣️❣️❣️
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I had never been here before today. That along with the fact I am very picky about meats. However I am elated to express that despite my aversion to most cuts of meat. I ate the order with no issues. It was very flavorful, with out being over seasoned
The portions we so Murica it was comical. Please note: This is a good thing, plenty left to take home for lunch. My personal mean l was “The Fatty” (pic #6)
… moreThe portions we so Murica it was comical. Please note: This is a good thing, plenty left to take home for lunch. My personal mean l was “The Fatty” (pic #6)
Richard Trillo
Just returned from Austin, Texas, where we ate at Terry Black’s Barbecue—one of the best in the city, with over 24,000 reviews and a 4.5-star rating. Unfortunately, the brisket at Smokin’ Oak was dry and lacked the deep smoke flavor you expect from good Texas barbecue, which was disappointing, especially if they hail from Austin. For the price, it feels overpriced, especially since there isn’t much barbecue competition in the Pacific Northwest.
The sides were better. The mac and cheese was good, and the greens were very good with a nice spicy kick. Service was solid as well.
That said, four adults spent about $200 including a 20% tip, which felt like far too much for the quality and portions we received. They try to present it as a slice of Texas, but the portions feel stingy—especially with the meat. At Terry Black’s in Austin, the brisket is moist, tender, and the portions are noticeably larger.
If you want the real Texas barbecue experience, go to Austin—where the meat is better and, as they say, everything really is bigger in Texas.
… moreThe sides were better. The mac and cheese was good, and the greens were very good with a nice spicy kick. Service was solid as well.
That said, four adults spent about $200 including a 20% tip, which felt like far too much for the quality and portions we received. They try to present it as a slice of Texas, but the portions feel stingy—especially with the meat. At Terry Black’s in Austin, the brisket is moist, tender, and the portions are noticeably larger.
If you want the real Texas barbecue experience, go to Austin—where the meat is better and, as they say, everything really is bigger in Texas.
Se Kim
Top notch!! Heavenly smoked ribs melt like gourmet butter and beef brisket were so juicy and tender.
Perfect balance with smoke. And sauce and collard greens were heavenly!! My picky daughter finished all her portions and had very happy vibe. We had experienced with other famous chained and food TV channeled BBQ restaurants but, we never go back with disappointing. But, we will definitely be back the restaurant because it was sssso good. We were not ready for that much good food.
We were kind of ready for disappointing as usual eating our experience nowadays. But, it was jewel. my family have still excited.
… morePerfect balance with smoke. And sauce and collard greens were heavenly!! My picky daughter finished all her portions and had very happy vibe. We had experienced with other famous chained and food TV channeled BBQ restaurants but, we never go back with disappointing. But, we will definitely be back the restaurant because it was sssso good. We were not ready for that much good food.
We were kind of ready for disappointing as usual eating our experience nowadays. But, it was jewel. my family have still excited.
Aaron Johnson
Ate here at the bar counter on a keto diet, got the house salad with smoked chicken which was great! Delicious and ample serving size. Good simple and fitting environment for smoked meat restaurant
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Absolutely amazing experience! Served by Corbin and Steph, and they were awesome! Food was absolute heaven. Some of the best chili I have ever had. So happy we went!!!
… moreLauren Danver
Went there for lunch on a Sunday afternoon with the family. The vibe was great. They were busy, but we were seated right away and a had a comfortable booth. We ordered the brisket, pulled pork and portobello sandwiches with coleslaw and mac and cheese sides.
The smoking on the brisket and pulled pork was excellent and the portobello sandwich was really good too. The mac and cheese had just the right amount of kick to it but not too much. The coleslaw recipe was really good–not an afterthought like so many restaurants.
Highly recommended for an afternoon lunch. The three meals cost $80 including tip.
… moreThe smoking on the brisket and pulled pork was excellent and the portobello sandwich was really good too. The mac and cheese had just the right amount of kick to it but not too much. The coleslaw recipe was really good–not an afterthought like so many restaurants.
Highly recommended for an afternoon lunch. The three meals cost $80 including tip.
Jeremy Johnson
Smelled the smoke when we parked about a block away. Only negative was the parking. Hard to find. The smoke smell on the walk up built up the anticipation though, I was trying to not get too excited.
Great BBQ feel in the atmosphere. Inside aligned perfectly with a BBQ joint. Service was quick and polite. I wouldn’t say SUPER FRIENDLY, BUT the team seemed to have a GREAT culture. The way they interacted with each other was great!!
I spoke to gentleman that had a “Salt Lick BBQ” t shirt one. I laughed and told him that I had that same exact shirt. We spoke for a few about how his family has been doing BBQ for years and makes the smokers that they use. Maybe he was the owner? Very friendly.
On to the food. Since I was most recently at The Salt Lick in Texas, I will compare to there. The fatty brisket and the pork spareribs were BETTER than the Salt Lick was. So much flavor, juicy, great bark, absolutely phenomenal. The sausage could have had the cheese melted a little more and I feel would have been better, but still very good!! The pulled pork was a little under flavored, not quite enough smoke flavor, however still much better than average in the Portland/Vancouver area.
I also had a Texas Twinkie I think it was called, very good. The Mac and Cheese was good, my wife didn’t really like it though, the potato salad was great and the cornbread was great!!
Table next to us got the half smoked chicken and it looked AMAZING!! I will be getting that next time.
Overall I would call it a Tie with Matt’s BBQ and Kinsmoke for best BBQ I’ve had outside of Texas and actually better than quite a few places in Texas. Would VERY much recommend.
… moreGreat BBQ feel in the atmosphere. Inside aligned perfectly with a BBQ joint. Service was quick and polite. I wouldn’t say SUPER FRIENDLY, BUT the team seemed to have a GREAT culture. The way they interacted with each other was great!!
I spoke to gentleman that had a “Salt Lick BBQ” t shirt one. I laughed and told him that I had that same exact shirt. We spoke for a few about how his family has been doing BBQ for years and makes the smokers that they use. Maybe he was the owner? Very friendly.
On to the food. Since I was most recently at The Salt Lick in Texas, I will compare to there. The fatty brisket and the pork spareribs were BETTER than the Salt Lick was. So much flavor, juicy, great bark, absolutely phenomenal. The sausage could have had the cheese melted a little more and I feel would have been better, but still very good!! The pulled pork was a little under flavored, not quite enough smoke flavor, however still much better than average in the Portland/Vancouver area.
I also had a Texas Twinkie I think it was called, very good. The Mac and Cheese was good, my wife didn’t really like it though, the potato salad was great and the cornbread was great!!
Table next to us got the half smoked chicken and it looked AMAZING!! I will be getting that next time.
Overall I would call it a Tie with Matt’s BBQ and Kinsmoke for best BBQ I’ve had outside of Texas and actually better than quite a few places in Texas. Would VERY much recommend.
Suchitra Muangnil
Had the pull pork sandwich and spare ribs with jalapeño pinto beans and collard greens. All the dishes were tender and tasty. Every dish perfectly seasoned, well balanced savory and spice. Definitely recommend this place for any one craving good meaty meal.
The bloody Mary was bloody strong. I asked for spicy but they made it alcoholically strong.
… moreThe bloody Mary was bloody strong. I asked for spicy but they made it alcoholically strong.
Beth Buckley
Being from the South, it can be difficult to find good barbecue here in the PNW. We were near Vamcouver waterfront and found this spot on Google. Great location, friendly and attentive staff, nice atmosphere, lots of choices on the menu. We had chicken wings and brisket and we were fully satisfied! Check it out if you are a BBQ fan like me.
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