Just cutting through town and ran into this restaurant decided to give it a shot. What a great hidden gem if you’re not from that area. I walked in, sat down at the bar for lunch. The bartender Abby was very professional, and polite. I decided to go with the chopped brisket sandwich and brussels sprouts.The sandwich came out with plenty of meat and had their competition barbecue sauce with melted cheddar cheese. I will tell you I had to take off the jalapeños as they were too hot for me, and I felt for me it would overpower the sandwich. The brisket was cooked perfectly you cannot go wrong with that sandwich, It was great. The brussels sprouts were amazing. They are served with some shaved Parmesan cheese on top, but the highlight was the seasoning and maybe balsamic vinegar? The establishment was extremely clean, plenty of open seating, so you don’t feel crowded and shoved in like a chain restaurant. The owner was super nice as he walked around checked on people and spoke to them individually. My only complaint is I do not live near this restaurant, so I will only be able to hit it while traveling. can’t wait to go back
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chopped Brisket Sandwich
Reggie Ahlfield
Very surprised to find a joint like this way of the beaten path. Well, maybe not way off but a bit far from I55 and really decent food, decent prices. Not cheap like a lot of people in the area would like but the slightly higher price really gets you better food and better atmosphere. My biggest regret is it took me this long to try this place. My intent is to go there at least once every time I’m in the area now.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Donna Gruss
Super friendly staff. Amazing food. Beautifully decorated. Wish it was closer to home for us.
Came back to the area for an early duck hunt this past weekend and our group went to dinner here. 10 out 10. Great food, friendly service and friendly patrons with a great decor! The bar with the large circular fireplace is beautiful. Hidden Gem if you’re not familiar with this restaurant!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sandy Ridge Smokehouse Sampler, Smokehouse Mac
JoAnn Nance
Our party of four all enjoyed our meals. Taste and presentation were very nice.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Aaron G
My favorite place to grab lunch when I’m anywhere near East Prairie. Great food and service. The tacos on Thursday are legit! Don’t forget to try the smoked carrots either ???
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pulled Pork Sandwich
Alan Hedrick
So there was a lot to love here. And hoping we just caught a bad night as the service was super slow. Food was good. Heavy salt. Corn Jalapeño Nuggets were good. Heard about this place and highly recommended. But really was a let down However. The music from the bar was great and overall decor was really impressive. Hate that this was our first experience but willing to try again maybe. And I truly HATE leaving bad reviews.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 1
Recommended dishes: Smokehouse Mac
Alan C Heath
It is always a pleasure dining at Sandy Ridge. I had the pulled pork sandwich with roasted carrots. Both were seasoned and cooked perfectly. The wait staff was attentive and friendly. I enjoyed chatting with the owner.
NO RIBS ??? You said this was a Smoke House??? Right??? Was wanting to come bring my large family and try this place out....,see menu had No Ribs or anything smoked ugh... am I just not seeing it? Ugh ☹️
Dan D.
Amazing setup. Old grain mill/ bin turned into a restaurant and bar. The feel is comforting and welcoming. The owner, staff and chef are down to earth. Menu? You will not be disappointed. I repeat, you will not be disappointed. Our starter, Pork Butt Burnt Ends and it was a meal in itself. For dinner I had the cold smoked Ribeye, Brussel sprouts and garlic cheese grits. And let me say, this dinner was unbelievable. Very filling and delicious. If your in the area for business or vacation, stop in for dinner because it's the best little place in town.
Lucian Nordin
This place is amazing. Try the smokehouse mac & cheese, its the best mac & cheese I’ve had in a while.
Jackie Roberts
Amazing food,atmosphere and service. Owner visited with us and told us about this unique restaurant. Views are awesome. I had Smokehouse salad with chicken. Fresh ingredients with plenty of chicken. Husband had pulled pork sandwich with pepper jack cheese and slaw. Both excellent. Worth going to for the atmosphere.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
D Hamp
Great food and service, staff was a courteous and helpful and polite and nice atmosphere
Truly great place. The food (especially the BBQ) is amazing. Great staff and some cool aesthetics to the buildings. I love my corn table by the bar.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pulled Pork Sandwich, Smokehouse Mac & Cheese Pasta, Smokeshouse Tacos, Catfish Filets 3 & Hushpuppies 3
Just cutting through town and ran into this restaurant decided to give it a shot. What a great hidden gem if you’re not from that area. I walked in, sat down at the bar for lunch. The bartender Abby was very professional, and polite. I decided to go with the chopped brisket sandwich and brussels sprouts.The sandwich came out with plenty of meat and had their competition barbecue sauce with melted cheddar cheese. I will tell you I had to take off the jalapeños as they were too hot for me, and I felt for me it would overpower the sandwich. The brisket was cooked perfectly you cannot go wrong with that sandwich, It was great. The brussels sprouts were amazing. They are served with some shaved Parmesan cheese on top, but the highlight was the seasoning and maybe balsamic vinegar? The establishment was extremely clean, plenty of open seating, so you don’t feel crowded and shoved in like a chain restaurant. The owner was super nice as he walked around checked on people and spoke to them individually. My only complaint is I do not live near this restaurant, so I will only be able to hit it while traveling. can’t wait to go back
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chopped Brisket Sandwich
Very surprised to find a joint like this way of the beaten path. Well, maybe not way off but a bit far from I55 and really decent food, decent prices. Not cheap like a lot of people in the area would like but the slightly higher price really gets you better food and better atmosphere. My biggest regret is it took me this long to try this place. My intent is to go there at least once every time I’m in the area now.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Super friendly staff. Amazing food. Beautifully decorated. Wish it was closer to home for us.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Bacon Chicken Sandwich, Smokehouse Mac & Cheese Pasta, Chopped Brisket Sandwich
10 stars!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Tenders, Sandy Ridge Smokehouse Sampler, Pulled Pork Sandwich, Seared Chicken Breast Entrée
Came back to the area for an early duck hunt this past weekend and our group went to dinner here. 10 out 10. Great food, friendly service and friendly patrons with a great decor! The bar with the large circular fireplace is beautiful. Hidden Gem if you’re not familiar with this restaurant!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sandy Ridge Smokehouse Sampler, Smokehouse Mac
Our party of four all enjoyed our meals. Taste and presentation were very nice.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My favorite place to grab lunch when I’m anywhere near East Prairie. Great food and service. The tacos on Thursday are legit! Don’t forget to try the smoked carrots either ???
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pulled Pork Sandwich
So there was a lot to love here. And hoping we just caught a bad night as the service was super slow. Food was good. Heavy salt. Corn Jalapeño Nuggets were good. Heard about this place and highly recommended. But really was a let down However. The music from the bar was great and overall decor was really impressive. Hate that this was our first experience but willing to try again maybe. And I truly HATE leaving bad reviews.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 1
Recommended dishes: Smokehouse Mac
It is always a pleasure dining at Sandy Ridge. I had the pulled pork sandwich with roasted carrots. Both were seasoned and cooked perfectly. The wait staff was attentive and friendly. I enjoyed chatting with the owner.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pulled Pork Sandwich
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NO RIBS ??? You said this was a Smoke House??? Right??? Was wanting to come bring my large family and try this place out....,see menu had No Ribs or anything smoked ugh... am I just not seeing it? Ugh ☹️
Amazing setup. Old grain mill/ bin turned into a restaurant and bar. The feel is comforting and welcoming. The owner, staff and chef are down to earth. Menu? You will not be disappointed. I repeat, you will not be disappointed. Our starter, Pork Butt Burnt Ends and it was a meal in itself. For dinner I had the cold smoked Ribeye, Brussel sprouts and garlic cheese grits. And let me say, this dinner was unbelievable. Very filling and delicious. If your in the area for business or vacation, stop in for dinner because it's the best little place in town.
This place is amazing. Try the smokehouse mac & cheese, its the best mac & cheese I’ve had in a while.
Amazing food,atmosphere and service. Owner visited with us and told us about this unique restaurant. Views are awesome. I had Smokehouse salad with chicken. Fresh ingredients with plenty of chicken. Husband had pulled pork sandwich with pepper jack cheese and slaw. Both excellent. Worth going to for the atmosphere.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great food and service, staff was a courteous and helpful and polite and nice atmosphere
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5