Switchback Smokehouse

I don't often see smoked duck breast at a BBQ joint, so I had to check it out. Long story short, great food but I experienced bad service. YMMV. We won't be back, what a shame.

Food: Ordered the Broken Rover, District 5, and a smoked duck breast. The District 5 is a hit! The flavor combination is amazing and the duck isn't as heavy like other meats. The duck breast and Broken Rover with the thinly sliced brisket also great.

Service: Overweight, 40-something white guy needs to chill. This guy started raising his voice and gave me attitude after he mistook my order and saw me grabbing (2) dollar bags of chips when he thought I was entitled to only one. If I hadn't already paid I would have left. Maybe since I'm Hispanic? IDK...

Location: On the way back from the mountains, plenty of outdoor seating.

As you can see from the pictures, this is how we received our sandwiches from this place. I Don’t understand the long lines cause it’s not all that and just judging by the way we received our food, we will NOT be back.

Google is not allowing me to post the pics but rest assured, they were both a hot mess.

We split two sandwiches, pulled pork and the BLT. We thoroughly enjoyed the pulled pork sandwich. The pork was very tender and moist. My companion thought it was too small for the $, he said it should be on a wider bun instead of a small brioche bun. However we do recommend the pork. We like the different sauces on the table. Unfortunately the BLT sandwich was not very good. It is very thick chewy bacon, almost like eating a jerky sandwich. It should be cooked longer to be crispy, or cut thinner so it’s not so chewy and fatty. Hard to eat.

We wish we had gotten the ribs, those came out to another table looking good.

The $7 little individual tub of potato salad tasted like it came directly from the big plastic tub they sell at Kroger. We had hoped it would be creamy and different. The fries being served to another table looked very good. The $7 side of cucumber salad did not taste fresh, maybe a day old or so, very thin cucumbers that were soggy not crispy.

The sweet tea was really delicious, perfect, and good sized.

Very nice staff taking orders out front and serving our food.

Parked past the restaurant on side of road.

It was 1:30 pm Thursday and the chicken, sausage and brisket was sold out. Go earlier for better selection.

Dog friendly

$58 for two sandwiches, two sides, two teas.

What an amazing place. The barbecue was delicious the John Candy was outstanding 🤤🤤 my entire family enjoyed our visit thank you so much for the wonderful dinning experience. Also your root beer sauce was mine and my son's favorite 😋😋

Great BBQ spot

Switchback Smokehouse in Kittredge is a BBQ gem that delivers on every front! The food is nothing short of awesome—juicy, smoky, and packed with flavor, whether you’re diving into their tender brisket or savoring their fall-off-the-bone ribs. The menu hits all the right spots for BBQ lovers, with perfectly crafted sides that complement the main event.
Ordering is a breeze, with a straightforward process that gets you from counter to table without any hassle. The staff elevates the experience even further—super friendly, attentive, and genuinely invested in making your visit great. Their warmth makes you feel like a regular, even if it’s your first time.
The Creekside outdoor seating is a highlight, offering a relaxed vibe with the soothing sounds of the nearby creek. It’s the perfect spot to enjoy a meal while soaking in the laid-back mountain atmosphere. Whether you’re a local or just passing through, Switchback Smokehouse is a must-visit for top-notch BBQ and a welcoming experience. Highly recommend!

The food was so good. The staff were very friendly. We definitely will be stopping by here again.

We had Switchback cater our daughters birthday party and it was perfect! They delivered and everything tasted perfect. All our guests loved it!

The ribs are the best, delicious, super tender, and juicy. The best I've ever had. I'll be back soon.

Both my wife and I had the District 5 sandwich. A roast duck sandwich that was absolutely amazing. It’s not an everyday kind of sandwich which is okay because the other sandwich’s looked just as good.

Definitely recommend this place.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Smoked Salmon, Duck Breast, Brisket Sandwich, Tri Tip, House Smoked Bacon, Ribs Are Great, Pastrami, BBQ, Switch Bacon

Some of the best BBQ around! The owner is such an upbeat and nice person, the location is perfect right on the river and food is outstanding. Try the switchback bacon, you won’t regret it!

We do Sunday takeout during football season and enjoy sitting right next to the river on sunny days.

If you’re in the area, you MUST go. If you’re in Denver, it’s a lovely drive into the mountains only half an hour from downtown!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Sweet little bbq place in Evergreen. Had the smoked duck on a recommendation of a friend. It was amazing. Unlike anything I've ever had.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

The atmosphere of sitting next to the water to eat is wonderful. The BBQ is good.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Brisket Sandwich

We loved every year we take a trip there

Eating outside on the porch. Very relaxed. Multiple sauce choices. We're coming back!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Cucumber Salad, Fried Pickles, Brisket Sandwich, BBQ