Allison Hebert
We had our wedding catered by Smokin’ Barrels, and the food was absolutely incredible. From cocktail hour through dinner, everything was delicious, and our guests could not stop talking about how amazing the food was.
Mike was always checking in throughout the night and made sure our plates were always full. His care and attention truly stood out, and it showed in both the quality of the food and the overall experience. We are so grateful to Mike and the Smokin’ Barrels team and cannot recommend them enough.
… moreLynanne Fowle
We dropped in as a group of 14 after a funeral and had a GREAT experience. This was our second visit and the food/service were awesome!! Loved the Mermaid Water and S’mores-tini! Great BBQ with so many options! We’ll be back next time we’re in town!
… moreSean Taber
TL;DR I love Smokin’ Barrels and you probably will too.
I will start by saying that I live in Boston and I work in Portsmouth, and Smokin’ Barrels is easily worth the trip up to Barrington any day I’m in the office, as well as worth the extra time added to the commute home.
From the outside, the building looks like a beat-up roadside diner, but the inside is a stylish, inviting family dining environment. While not a large dining room by any means, there is plenty of seating and a variety of options whether you like a table, a booth, or just a seat at the bar. The music is pretty dead-on for a roadside BBQ, with a lot of classic blues tunes providing a mellow and tangy underscoring to the whole experience.
The food is fantastic. The very first time I visited was post-lunch rush, and the pit master was talking with customers, and I learned Smokin’ Barrels is a fusion of various BBQ styles; this means that while you can’t exactly specify your dish be prepared Carolina-style, the tradeoff is that every item on the menu has the kind of quality that only comes with food prepared with intention. Always check out the specials, and if you’re on the fence about something ask the staff; they’re all friendly and knowledgeable and will steer you in the right direction. My personal highlights include the caprese Brussels sprouts, the poutine, the po’ boy (a new addition!), the grits (which have been certified by every southerner I’ve brought to Smokin’ Barrels), and the brisket sandwich.
Speaking of staff, they are consistently wonderful. They are always attentive and considerate in their service, keeping your drinks full and checking in often; the food always comes out faster than you’d expect too!
My only criticism is the hours – I just can’t get used to things in NH closing so early, but I suppose if they didn’t I’d still be sitting there right now.
… moreBraden
Most of the menu is à la carte, portions literally seemed measured. Spent $30 and left hungry. Food was just ok at best. Thought I’d give them a chance but Goody Coles 15 minutes away is half the price for twice the food and much better tasting.
Service was good and everyone seemed pleasant. Might be a good hangout/bar place but I’d avoid it if you just want BBQ
… moreDayna
Hands down THE BEST pickle fries. Anytime I crave fried pickles, I look for an excuse to travel the 45 mins here to get these. The meats are great and good portions for great price. The maple dusted wings are also a hit! Their cornbread is a little different, i had never had it with hints of jalapeño but still really good. Can barely wait for them to cool before digging in. Highly recommend trying this place!
… moreRaymond Zahn
We ordered The Pigpile and it does not disappoint! We both ate dinner and still have leftovers! Everything is dry rubbed smoked to perfection with BBQ sauce on the side so you can use as much as you want! The smoked pork belly is some of best I’ve ever tasted. I have tried tons of bbq joints and this one ranks up there with the best.
As far as staff is concerned they are just a great group always friendly and attentive even when they are busy.
As far as beer and drinks I love the fact that they don’t just have IPAs they have good posters stouts and ciders and alway changing up there selection.
My wife likes good mixed drinks and they always have a great selection with rotating one of kind drinks.
… moreWendy Laboy
The Food was delicious and well portioned. I’ve never seen Deviled eggs on a menu before. They were an eclectic blend of dill, maple syrup with a piece of andouille on the top. Sounds weird but it blended well with the palate. Poutine was tasty but I prefer brown gravy. The Country gravy on the poutine would have been better if it was poured on after the french fries crisped up a little more with the melted curds to prevent the gravy from curdling but it was tasty. The Brisket was on point. Juicy, flavorful, and healthy portions. Smoky Mac and cheese was one of the best I have tasted in the area, It was creamy and rich. Corn bread, baked to perfection, had jalapenos which gave it a nice little kick. Their slaw was delicious. Not sweet or too much vinegar. Red onions was a great addition, however I would have liked for the shreds of cabbage and onion chopped up a little more instead of long strands to chew easier. Jerk Chicken did not disappoint. No skimming on the spice.Baked beans looked savory traditionally with a piece of fat on top. I ordered the very refreshing Berry Mule mocktail (Any drink on the menu can be turned into a mocktail.) I personally would order the Mac and cheese big portion with Brisket on top rather than building my own plate. It came in a cast iron skillet with corn bread. Overall, I definitely will be back. Very reasonably priced and delicious BBQ
… moreWendy Farnsworth
We had the opportunity to eat at BBQ Smokin’ Barrels recently and are really glad we stopped. We look specifically for ADA access establishments and decided to give this place a visit. Very pleased we did. From the minute you enter, you’re met with soft lighting and blues music. The mini whiskey barrels used for table lights is just enough. The music is loud enough to enjoy, but not over powering so you can talk with your table mates and wait staff. There is plenty of comfortable seating at the full service bar and tables to accommodate wheelchair patrons. The menu offers mostly bbq as one would presume it would. There are also plenty of side dishes offered that would satisfy most any palate. You’re offered both a food menu, which includes spirits and beer offerings as well as a Daily specials and happy hour menu. The food is simply fantastic. Mouthwatering beef selections and chicken cooked to perfection. Our waitress was diligent and brought non-alcholic drinks without needing to be asked. The food is served on metal plates only adding to the rustic atmosphere. The check for 2, who ate very well, was less than $50. More of course with a well deserved tip. We strongly recommend this establishment if you find yourself in Barrington. There is ample parking. We will be back. Thank you! Wendy and David 1/13/26.
… moreSkye Diona
This is my go to BBQ joint for smoked mac n cheese with pulled pork. In my opinion, they have the BEST mac n cheese out of the handful of bbq places that are in my area. There’s 1 item I wish they would offer, which is corn bread without jalapeño peppers. I will actually pick them all out but can still taste it. Not everyone likes jalapeños! I also wish they offered a sweet bbq sauce. If they make these changes, I’ll update my review. Service is always excellent! Prices are competitive with other bbq restaurants.
… moreMarion Rathburn
Desiree was a happy and energetic server. This was the first time here. The smash burger was awesome! The bacon mac and cheese was really good. The ribs were good. The food came out pretty fast, too.
Margaritas were good. The only complaint was with the corn bread… it was cold, a little dry, not enough butter for both muffins, and it had green specs ( I am assuming sage?). I guess I am just used to hot muffins. Other than the one item, it was a pretty good experience. Will give it another try.
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