The Smoked Culture BBQ + Brews isn’t your typical BBQ joint — it’s smoke, flavor, and community all under one roof. Born in Sioux Falls and built from the ground up, we’ve poured years of heart and hustle into creating a space where food, music, pinball, and people collide.
Every Friday and Saturday night, our ribs roll off the smoker, alongside brisket, pulled pork, pork belly “popsicles,” and all the handhelds you crave — sandwiches, wraps, tacos, burgers, and more. Pair it up with an ice-cold beer, challenge a friend on one of our pinball machines, and soak in the vibe.
From the art on the walls to the names on the menu, everything nods to skateboarding and the culture that inspired us.
Ben Westhoff
This place was straight-up incredible — easily one of the best BBQ spots I’ve hit up in a while.The atmosphere is perfect, the food is absolutely killer, and the prices are surprisingly reasonable. Straight 10/10 — I’ll definitely be back.I went with the 2-meat combo and loaded up with brisket, pork belly mac and cheese, and cornbread with honey. Here’s what I got:The brisket was insanely tender — it literally fell apart with the slightest touch. Pure perfection.The pork belly mac and cheese was rich, creamy, and loaded with flavor — total indulgence.And that cornbread? Moist, fluffy, and served warm in a cute little basket with a drizzle of honey. So good.Here are some shots that capture exactly why this meal was next-level:
… moreBecky Anderson
First time stopping in for lunch but have heard nothing but great things for over a year. Got their feature sandwich, smoked pulled pork with sprouts, pickled onions, guac and a kick of chipotle aioli on a toasted brioche bun. SO GOOD! great combination of flavors and would definitely order again. Need to come back with a bigger group to try more menu items.
… moreAdam House
Enjoyed my first time with family. We got the Popsicle, golden and spicy. Also got two orders of brisket and gravy as well as the brisket elote. All of them were tasty! Staff was great. The booth/seats were a little uncomfortable, but otherwise a pretty nice experience!
… moreKirstin Kapp
Ended up here by a happy little accident. The service was unbelievable. The second you opened the door to walk inside the gentleman at the counter, walked us through menu describe the food to us, an educated us about how it’s made. For the amount of food that we got, the prices are extremely fair! I should’ve thought about taking before photos, but this is all the leftovers that we are going home with! 10 out of 10 Recommend!!!
… moreTravis Clarke
Overall good! Atmosphere is cool. Video games to play and the food was good. Bbq sauces not great. Pulled pork good. Corn bread good. A place to go to for sure if you are in the area.
… moreAlicia
Absolutely delicious! Service is excellent. You’re greeting as soon as you walk in, ordering is easy, food comes out promptly. Definitely a new favorite. Atmosphere is casual and fun. Must try if your haven’t yet!
… moreTally May
Excellent service, the food portions were awesome, especially the chips and queso. Big plate of chips.
They sell their drinks by the can (canned soda), so my drink was cold and crisp. 🙂
Our waiter was really kind and helpful. Food came out quickly after we ordered (5-10 minutes, flat.)
… moreJayden Nimocks
The staff were kind and helpful. The food was delicious and would love to come back. We ordered the brisket burrito and the 3 meat plate. You get to pick the meat, but I ordered brisket, chicken and pork belly. My favorite part was the 3 different kinds of bbq sauces, which you get to help yourself too. We sat outside, but there is indoor seating as well. They also have some pinball machines!
… moreLindie Stauder
Over the weekend my family did a Sioux Falls tour of pinball please. We had never heard of the smoked culture, but it popped up on Pinball Map.
Of all of our stops, this one was the best. The pins look clean and well maintained. There’s a good mix of old and new machines, and the food was pretty good, too!
We will for sure be back!
… moreKathryn Kinsella
From the moment we stepped in the door, we knew this place was going to be good. The service was great and the food even better. The brisket is to die for and I never wanted the nachos to end – and it was a HUGE platter. Will definitely be coming back for a date night to play all the pinball machines.
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