Soul & Smoke - Avondale at Rockwell on the River

3057 N Rockwell St, Chicago
(773) 648-7610

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Terry Sanders

Phenomenal food, that’s arguably the best in the north shore.

Kentrayl Buckner

Food was absolutely out of this world. Tips fell off the vine before they hit my teeth and don’t get me started on the prime brisket. But if you add that bbq sauce then you’re taking it next level. Amazing food

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Rib Tips, Chicken Gumbo

Christian McCann

I ordered delivery, so I can’t vote on service or atmosphere. I’m not even done eating yet, but had to stop and leave five stars before I forgot. I got the rib tips, collared greens, and chicken gumbo. the rib tips came with coleslaw. every single one of these items are a repeat order. the flavors involved...man oh man.

Food: 5

D White

Their Food is always amazing every time I order

Food: 5

Recommended dishes: Rib Tips, Pulled Pork Sandwich and Brisket Sliders, Smoked Brisket, Red Beans Rice

carlos delgadillo

Very good flavor ,bbq on point,a little pricy but the view on there river patio are worth every penny

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 4

Cynthia Bhatti

Food was amazing! We tried the brisket sandwich and Mac n cheese. Friendly staff and quick service!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

W HJ

If you love BBQ, then THIS is the place to eat when you are in Chicago! First, the setting is a great place to vibe with your date or friends. The music is a perfect blend of 80's, 90's, amd early 2000's R&B. But, of course, the star of Soul & Smoke is the 'que! The brisket was flavorful and tender. The rib tips are a must have! And the dirty rice was a perfect compliment to both. If you go to Chicago, you must stop in and try it for yourself!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Rib Tips, Brisket Sandwich and Appleslaw Side

Kelly Attwood

Nice facility, friendly staff, amazing food! Such a great find!

Wheelchair accessibility: All accessible for wheelchairs and walkers. All one level and no stairs.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Cornbread Muffin Mac and Cheese and Pickles, Meat Sampler, Red Beans Rice, Apple Salad

Brian DeJ

Fantastic !!!!! Grew up in Texas and this BBQ was so good it felt like I was back there. Everything was Top Shelf and cooked to perfection ! Highly Recommend and will be going back for sure !!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Chicken Gumbo, Red Beans Rice

Joseph Bosley

Great food and ate food over looking the lake

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Ethan Tang

Best Mac and cheese in the WORLD. First had this at Taste of Chicago and I've been addicted ever since. What's in this thing??? This brings out the violence in me. If this was the only thing I ever had for the rest of my life I'd be chilling. 😩😩😩😩😩😩

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Nyplid Ironwolf

I greatly dislike the self-serve ordering, but we were able to just order at the counter when issues came up.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Rib Tips

Stacey Whitney

We went on a slow day and chose to sit outside. We got the meat platter with sides of mac and cheese, greens and dirty rice. Everything was great! The best part was our service. Rio offered wonderful, friendly, prompt service and turned on the fire pit for us. He was incredibly attentive and quick.

Dietary restrictions: Plenty of gluten free options!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Brisket Greens Mac and Cheese, Meat Platter

Josh Cahue

The place looks amazing since you're walking in. It's hard to find in the GPS.

Parking: It's really hard to get parking on the street and the lot restaurant is full at night.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Rib Tips

Greg G.

Went in knowing nothing. This is in a dining hall?The Google photos show it looking like a beautiful restaurant but alas. The food was great although the sandwich felt pretty small for a $20 sandwich. Flavors exceed portions here. They were also out of the fire two items I wanted which were tips and links. That was also a huge bummer considering we showed up around early evening on the weekend.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 4

Service: 5

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Soul & Smoke - Avondale at Rockwell on the River

3057 N Rockwell St, Chicago, IL 60618
(773) 648-7610