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Smoking delicious food since 1954, we are a 3rd generation, family owned restaurant, taking pride in cooking simple, authentic, quality BBQ. Everything we serve is homemade. At the heart of our business is our team. Whether it be preparing food or taking care of customer service needs, we strive to ensure your dining or catering experience is exceptional. Our daily goal is to deliver delicious food and great service. Thank you for allowing us to be a small part of your life!
Casual log-cabin-style setting for barbecue meats, sandwiches & sides, with cobbler for dessert.
Hours
| Thursday | 11 AM–2 PM, 4:30–8:30 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM–2 PM, 4:30–8:30 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–8:30 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 11 AM–2 PM, 4:30–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–2 PM, 4:30–8:30 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 817 N Canal St, Carlsbad, NM 88220
Phone: (575) 885-8744
Website: http://www.redchimneybbq.com/
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Matt Hodges
We were feeling so BBQ on our travels in Carlsbad. So we made our way here. It was okay. The staff is hella nice and on point with making sure we were taken care of.
I ordered the Fort Knox potato with the chop mix. It was alright. I’d probably try some else if I want back. My friend ordered the Brisket which he said was okay. But he was disappointed with how peach cobbler came out with the ice cream being basically soup.
… moreI ordered the Fort Knox potato with the chop mix. It was alright. I’d probably try some else if I want back. My friend ordered the Brisket which he said was okay. But he was disappointed with how peach cobbler came out with the ice cream being basically soup.
Kenta Yoshii
This place was amazing. I came here hungry after a long hike at Guadalupe.
Got their Half & Half Dinner with brisket and pork with sides of salad and Mac n Cheese.
The meat was juicy, soft and really good. The bread buttery and warm which I enjoyed. The Mac n Cheese is ok.
Definitely come hungry!
… moreGot their Half & Half Dinner with brisket and pork with sides of salad and Mac n Cheese.
The meat was juicy, soft and really good. The bread buttery and warm which I enjoyed. The Mac n Cheese is ok.
Definitely come hungry!
Tim Chester
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The atmosphere at Red Chimney BBQ is fantastic! The decor really sets it apart, with lots of animal mounts like deer, elk, bear, and buffalo adding a rustic charm. There are also collectible plates, dishes, and unique older-era knick-knacks that make it feel cozy and interesting.
The food was great overall. The pecan chicken was fall-off-the-bone juicy and absolutely delicious, and the chopped BBQ had a nice hint of sweetness. We ended up with a double order of mac and cheese because it was so cheesy and satisfying. The dinner rolls were also a standout—stuffed with chopped BBQ, they were a real treat. The only downside was the beans, which were pretty average; a little pork fat might’ve elevated their flavor.
The wait staff was attentive but felt more transactional than friendly, which was a slight downside to an otherwise great experience.
We’ll likely be back next time we’re in town to enjoy more of the delicious food and unique atmosphere!
… moreThe atmosphere at Red Chimney BBQ is fantastic! The decor really sets it apart, with lots of animal mounts like deer, elk, bear, and buffalo adding a rustic charm. There are also collectible plates, dishes, and unique older-era knick-knacks that make it feel cozy and interesting.
The food was great overall. The pecan chicken was fall-off-the-bone juicy and absolutely delicious, and the chopped BBQ had a nice hint of sweetness. We ended up with a double order of mac and cheese because it was so cheesy and satisfying. The dinner rolls were also a standout—stuffed with chopped BBQ, they were a real treat. The only downside was the beans, which were pretty average; a little pork fat might’ve elevated their flavor.
The wait staff was attentive but felt more transactional than friendly, which was a slight downside to an otherwise great experience.
We’ll likely be back next time we’re in town to enjoy more of the delicious food and unique atmosphere!
Daphne Wilson
Stopped by this restaurant today for some lunch and we were not disappointed! Our waiter was awesome, the ribs literally fell off the bone, the homemade pinto beans were amazing, and the rolls with honey were delish! So glad we stopped here, definitely check it out if you are in the area! ❤️
… moreZach Snow
I’m visiting Carlsbad on my way from Big Bend to Albuquerque. Being from Kentucky, I was excited to see a “Kentucky BBQ” joint within walking distance of my hotel.
Food was very disappointing. I ordered the half & half dinner with brisket and pork sausage. Also ordered fries and mac and cheese, but got fries and beans instead.
The good:
– The jalapeno pork sausage was pretty good!
– The buns provided were well toasted and tasty
– The fries were decent
The bad:
– Got beans instead of mac and cheese. The beans tasted almost entirely unseasoned
– My waitress forgot to apply a discount to my meal (received a coupon voucher with my hotel)
The ugly:
– The brisket was the probably the driest, toughest brisket I’ve ever eaten. It was tougher than a well-done steak, and it was gray and off-putting. I struggled to even cut it
– After tax and tip, it was nearly $40 for the half & half platter and a fountain drink that wasn’t refilled
I recognize that there aren’t a lot of options for BBQ here in Carlsbad, but you’re probably better off going elsewhere.
… moreFood was very disappointing. I ordered the half & half dinner with brisket and pork sausage. Also ordered fries and mac and cheese, but got fries and beans instead.
The good:
– The jalapeno pork sausage was pretty good!
– The buns provided were well toasted and tasty
– The fries were decent
The bad:
– Got beans instead of mac and cheese. The beans tasted almost entirely unseasoned
– My waitress forgot to apply a discount to my meal (received a coupon voucher with my hotel)
The ugly:
– The brisket was the probably the driest, toughest brisket I’ve ever eaten. It was tougher than a well-done steak, and it was gray and off-putting. I struggled to even cut it
– After tax and tip, it was nearly $40 for the half & half platter and a fountain drink that wasn’t refilled
I recognize that there aren’t a lot of options for BBQ here in Carlsbad, but you’re probably better off going elsewhere.
Nancy Benton
It’s one of the better restaurants in Carlsbad so far. The service was outstanding, the food was great, and the portions were huge. We had enough leftovers for lunch the next day. The sweet tea is good also. The inside is quaint, and the decor is so cute they even the brown bear climbing a pole. We will definitely be back.
… moreLuna Luxe
The cheese curds with ranch were delicious! High recommend!
Now the brisket and turkey was very dry. Felt like you just kept chewing and chewing. The coleslaw was meh. The rolls were chewy. The okra was good.
Our waitress was not happy to be there. She was not rude but cold. Which made the atmosphere a little thick.
They do offer beer which a plus.
… moreNow the brisket and turkey was very dry. Felt like you just kept chewing and chewing. The coleslaw was meh. The rolls were chewy. The okra was good.
Our waitress was not happy to be there. She was not rude but cold. Which made the atmosphere a little thick.
They do offer beer which a plus.
Alfredo Ortiz
“The staff here is fantastic—truly some of the most attentive and friendly service I’ve had in a while. Unfortunately, the kitchen didn’t keep up. My meal arrived stone cold, and the presentation was a mess, with sauce slopped all over the rim of the plate. It’s a shame because the vibe and the team are great, but the food quality was a major letdown.” Iban was great
… moreDavid Rice
Almost $20 for this??? I doubt there was a full strip of brisket on this so called potato. Thing was barely bigger than my fist. An absolute joke and the BBQ sauce tasted like seasoned mustard.
IDK perhaps I ordered the wrong food for this place, but at this price, that potato should have damn near took up the whole plate. My wife got turkey, mac and cheese and mashed potatoes. This and my potato was like $60. She ate about a third of it…..maybe.
… moreIDK perhaps I ordered the wrong food for this place, but at this price, that potato should have damn near took up the whole plate. My wife got turkey, mac and cheese and mashed potatoes. This and my potato was like $60. She ate about a third of it…..maybe.
Nicole E
Visiting from Dallas and we were really impressed by this place. My daughter loved her chopped sandwich, I got the loaded potato, my husband had the salad and substituted brisket, the littlest had a burger and oldest had the chopped mix. The fries were good as well as the beans. Kids say the Mac n cheese was good. Wish we had tried more sides. Our server was super friendly and we didn’t feel rushed even though we got there close to their afternoon closing time.
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