Smoke and Porter Public House

1752 US-31 North, Traverse City
(231) 642-5020

Recent Reviews

The “Brew Rat”

Three people working that we seen after we seated ourselves. We did bot see any of them for a few minutes after we walked in. It is why we seated ourselves. The inside of the place was cool. Beer, wine, and mixed drink menu was amazing. Very large selection of all of them. The food had a mild smoke taste. The waffle fries were lukewarm at best and not crisp. 4 stars is a push for me, but the beer did taste dang good. We did find a dirty napkin in our booth. Think it just got overlooked since the booth is black and so are the napkins.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Burger, Waffle, Brisket

Sandra Fisher

Food was exceptional. Very pleasant atmosphere. We had the beer battered white fish entree. It was excellent. Large portion and reasonable price. Happy hr drinks were great too. Service excellent also. Will return.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Leigh Gurden

I really wanted to like this place. The food was way to Smokey tasting on everything. I know it’s called smoke and Porter but still way too much Smoky flavor. Food was a bit over priced for what we had and again tasted more like smoke and lost any natural flavor of the meat and way to much going on. I wouldn’t recommend this to anyone. Not trying to be mean but wanted to be honest. Thanks for reading

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 1

Service: 3

Seth & Stephanie Perrin

Wow is all I can say. Everything from service to food was amazing. I got the Cubano and was so full that I couldn’t finish it, which was a shame because it was so good! Will definitely go again.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Laura Nyquist

Food and drinks are always excellent. Staff is great!!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Tee Family

Loved the pulled pork sandwich. Great job. Service was awesome.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Candis Stoppenbach

Excellent food and service!!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Brisket

Mick Belcher

It was a very nice evening, a small birthday get together. Dinners were get together very good but the drinks needed a lot of work. The Negroni’s were almost all Campari and the margaritas were very sour.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Salad, Pulled Pork Sandwich, Brisket

Bob Smith

The food was pretty good. But if you are expecting southern style bbq, this isn't it. It feels like they are trying to make bbq food fancy. The service was not friendly and I felt rushed ordering. I probably wouldn't go back again.

HOOAH EXTREME

Unfortunately I did not take pics. The brisket can be cut with a fork. Amazing flavors. Pricey, but well worth it. Your taste buds will thank you. We shared the smorgasbord platter and also fresh pork rinds.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Baked Beans, Potatoes, Pulled Pork Sandwich, Brisket

Kimberly Johnston

Exceptionally phenomenal food! First time here. Had the bacon wrapped cod, S&P salad and TC Whiskey sour. All of it was so good. I will be back. The atmosphere and locals were all so welcoming and fun.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Lana Oliver

Had the truffle huffer burger, hubby had the ribs and pulled pork with brussel sprouts and Mac and cheese. We had the truffle fries for appetizer. Everything was delicious! Waitress was attentive. We will definitely be back.

Joy Kinzer-Montgomery

I went here with my husband for restaurant week. I got the bay scallop appetizer, ruby red trout entree, and white chocolate cheesecake with lemon curd and raspberries for dessert. I really enjoyed all 3 courses, but I think the highlight was the dessert! If they keep that on the menu, I'll be back often! My husband isn't crazy about lemon, but even he said it was amazing.The service was also great. We were seated quickly, water glasses stayed full, and food was served in a reasonable time. It was a Friday evening, so the restaurant was mostly full, but there wasn't a wait to get in. We did make reservations just to make sure we wouldn't have to wait just in case. Drinks were also tasty. I had the tropical mojito, and I recommend it to anyone who likes a sweet and refreshing drink.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Steve Bisson

Great food and drinks

Paul Johnson

Worst experience my family has had at a "fine dinning" restaurant. KATE H. Was our server and God was she awful. Her attitude towards everyone and everything was ridiculous. If you hate your job that much get a different one. Food was over done and over salted. The only good thing we had was our daughters Mac and cheese was perfect.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 2

Service: 1

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