Their bbq sauce was good. Their jalapeno poppers were good. Their fries are frozen steak fries. Their beans and cole slaw are good. Their brisket was not smoked and had no flavor. It was tender and thin sliced. Their pulled pork had no smoke and no flavor. The Italian sausage was thin sliced sausage bought at the store. Two meat done was $20. I tasted the beans. I will not return.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 2
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Baked Beans
Robert Brown
Food was good, not excellent, large portions, plastic silverware. Friendly, loved the
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 5
TK lux
Simply amazing. The food. The customer service. The serving size. The price. My boyfriend and I were thoroughly impressed. I forgot to leave a review yesterday and made time today to come back and finish this. Yes. It’s that good. I’m not from here so it was very refreshing to have such great service. Food did not take long. And it was GREAT
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Davinci Machen
Food wasn't bad, pretty good, I'm just a bit upset that I had to get my hands greasy just to have to eat my ribs with a fork and I guess that's what the bread was for...stupid.. if I wanted bread with my meal, I wouldn't have ordered ribs.Coleslaw was as thick potato salad, wish someone told us that we had to get our own drinks yet the waitress was serving drinks to the other tables....
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 1
Lacey Tackett
Been one of my favorite BBQ restaurants in KCMO for at least 20 years.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Two Meat Dinner with Pulled Pork and Brisket, Corn Nuggets, BBQ Sandwich, Italian Steak, Burnt Ends Dinner, French Fries, Ribs, BBQ, Sandwich, Beef, Sausage, Sweet Potato Fries, Cheesy Corn, Salad, Two Meat Dinner, Baked Beans, Potato Salad, Fries, Beef Brisket, 3 Meat Platter
Karen Foster
Best BBQ I've had in KC!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: BBQ, Sandwich
Mary Ludwig
Enjoyed the pulled pork, beans and slaw! Friendly service and appreciate that it’s locally owned.
Stopped in right before they closed, but we still received excellent service. Food was everything you want in quality BBQ- succulent, moist and flavorful! The beans and slaw complemented the ribs and burnt ends. Can’t wait to come back!!!I was going to bring some BBQ home with us on the flight, but we woke up and ate it all for breakfast! If you’re near MCI airport, this is a must stop on your way to or from Kansas City!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Stephen Meyers
Smokebox BBQ Café offers a promising dining experience. Nestled just a short drive from the Kansas City Airport.Stepping into the restaurant, I was greeted by a laid-back ambiance steeped in classic rock nostalgia. Red walls adorned with framed posters of rock legends, vinyl booths, and the timeless tunes of classic rock radio.I sought recommendations from the friendly counter staff before selecting the 3-meat lunch plate, which cost $16.82 plus tip. I opted for a trio of barbecue classics: burnt ends, brisket, and sausage.The burnt ends could have been a culinary rock star. There were glimpses of potential greatness. They were tender and juicy. Unfortunately, the burnt ends fell victim to the overpowering presence of the BBQ sauce. Leaving their true essence overshadowed and underappreciated.The thinly sliced brisket failed to make a lasting impression. The thin slices dried out too fast and caused the brisket to lose its delicate flavor profile. A thicker slice would have undoubtedly allowed for a more pronounced taste, preventing the meat from succumbing to premature flavor depletion. As with the burnt ends, the flavor of the BBQ sauce overpowered the flavor of the brisket. Which unfortunately, made the brisket very forgettable.In stark contrast, the thinly sliced sausage emerged as the undisputed highlight of the meal, boasting a bold flavor profile that captivated my palate with its spicy allure. Resilient against the sauce's overpowering influence, the sausage stood as a testament to the kitchen's prowess in crafting memorable dishes. I highly recommend trying it if you like spicy foods.The BBQ sauce provided on the meats left much to be desired, its lackluster performance did little to enhance the culinary journey. It became evident that certain meats, such as the spicy sausage, thrived in its embrace, while others, like the burnt ends and brisket, struggled to assert their individuality amidst its overpowering presence. As such, I recommend serving the meats without sauce, allowing diners the freedom to customize their experience at the table.In conclusion, while Smokebox BBQ Café shows promise, there remains room for refinement. With a few adjustments, this hidden gem has the potential to emerge as a standout destination for barbecue enthusiasts in the Kansas City area.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sausage
Mary Sorenson-Ludwig
This family owned BBQ cafe is delicious! Friendly service and great food! The pulled pork, beans and coleslaw are wonderful!!
I got food poisoning!! I got burnt ends, brisket, slaw & cheesy corn. Meat & corn were OK. The slaw was gross. I was disappointed but I bought it so I ate it. Woke up at 3am puking my guts up for hours!!!! It was the worst. & today is the Super Bowl!!! Guess I’ll be watching while sipping my pedialyte. Thanks a lot, smokebox! Service was great though.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 1
Service: 5
Mark Pullman
Nice hole in the wall. Good food.
Charisse
Visiting from NJ so grabbed lunch aitn a friend.Ribs??Cole slaw??Beans??Nor a fan of the briaket… Too dry
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Ribs, BBQ, Baked Beans
Heather Serrano
Great food, good
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Gavin Rogers
Great place to stop on the way to the airport. Glad I found Smoke Box Bqq. Very friendly, quick service, and great tasting food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sausage, Baked Beans, Burnt Ends w Fries
Their bbq sauce was good. Their jalapeno poppers were good. Their fries are frozen steak fries. Their beans and cole slaw are good. Their brisket was not smoked and had no flavor. It was tender and thin sliced. Their pulled pork had no smoke and no flavor. The Italian sausage was thin sliced sausage bought at the store. Two meat done was $20. I tasted the beans. I will not return.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 2
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Baked Beans
Food was good, not excellent, large portions, plastic silverware. Friendly, loved the
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 5
Simply amazing. The food. The customer service. The serving size. The price. My boyfriend and I were thoroughly impressed. I forgot to leave a review yesterday and made time today to come back and finish this. Yes. It’s that good. I’m not from here so it was very refreshing to have such great service. Food did not take long. And it was GREAT
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food wasn't bad, pretty good, I'm just a bit upset that I had to get my hands greasy just to have to eat my ribs with a fork and I guess that's what the bread was for...stupid.. if I wanted bread with my meal, I wouldn't have ordered ribs.Coleslaw was as thick potato salad, wish someone told us that we had to get our own drinks yet the waitress was serving drinks to the other tables....
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 1
Been one of my favorite BBQ restaurants in KCMO for at least 20 years.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Two Meat Dinner with Pulled Pork and Brisket, Corn Nuggets, BBQ Sandwich, Italian Steak, Burnt Ends Dinner, French Fries, Ribs, BBQ, Sandwich, Beef, Sausage, Sweet Potato Fries, Cheesy Corn, Salad, Two Meat Dinner, Baked Beans, Potato Salad, Fries, Beef Brisket, 3 Meat Platter
Best BBQ I've had in KC!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: BBQ, Sandwich
Enjoyed the pulled pork, beans and slaw! Friendly service and appreciate that it’s locally owned.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: BBQ, Cheesy Corn, Baked Beans, Beef Brisket
Stopped in right before they closed, but we still received excellent service. Food was everything you want in quality BBQ- succulent, moist and flavorful! The beans and slaw complemented the ribs and burnt ends. Can’t wait to come back!!!I was going to bring some BBQ home with us on the flight, but we woke up and ate it all for breakfast! If you’re near MCI airport, this is a must stop on your way to or from Kansas City!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Smokebox BBQ Café offers a promising dining experience. Nestled just a short drive from the Kansas City Airport.Stepping into the restaurant, I was greeted by a laid-back ambiance steeped in classic rock nostalgia. Red walls adorned with framed posters of rock legends, vinyl booths, and the timeless tunes of classic rock radio.I sought recommendations from the friendly counter staff before selecting the 3-meat lunch plate, which cost $16.82 plus tip. I opted for a trio of barbecue classics: burnt ends, brisket, and sausage.The burnt ends could have been a culinary rock star. There were glimpses of potential greatness. They were tender and juicy. Unfortunately, the burnt ends fell victim to the overpowering presence of the BBQ sauce. Leaving their true essence overshadowed and underappreciated.The thinly sliced brisket failed to make a lasting impression. The thin slices dried out too fast and caused the brisket to lose its delicate flavor profile. A thicker slice would have undoubtedly allowed for a more pronounced taste, preventing the meat from succumbing to premature flavor depletion. As with the burnt ends, the flavor of the BBQ sauce overpowered the flavor of the brisket. Which unfortunately, made the brisket very forgettable.In stark contrast, the thinly sliced sausage emerged as the undisputed highlight of the meal, boasting a bold flavor profile that captivated my palate with its spicy allure. Resilient against the sauce's overpowering influence, the sausage stood as a testament to the kitchen's prowess in crafting memorable dishes. I highly recommend trying it if you like spicy foods.The BBQ sauce provided on the meats left much to be desired, its lackluster performance did little to enhance the culinary journey. It became evident that certain meats, such as the spicy sausage, thrived in its embrace, while others, like the burnt ends and brisket, struggled to assert their individuality amidst its overpowering presence. As such, I recommend serving the meats without sauce, allowing diners the freedom to customize their experience at the table.In conclusion, while Smokebox BBQ Café shows promise, there remains room for refinement. With a few adjustments, this hidden gem has the potential to emerge as a standout destination for barbecue enthusiasts in the Kansas City area.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sausage
This family owned BBQ cafe is delicious! Friendly service and great food! The pulled pork, beans and coleslaw are wonderful!!
Restaurantji Recommends
I got food poisoning!! I got burnt ends, brisket, slaw & cheesy corn. Meat & corn were OK. The slaw was gross. I was disappointed but I bought it so I ate it. Woke up at 3am puking my guts up for hours!!!! It was the worst. & today is the Super Bowl!!! Guess I’ll be watching while sipping my pedialyte. Thanks a lot, smokebox! Service was great though.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 1
Service: 5
Nice hole in the wall. Good food.
Visiting from NJ so grabbed lunch aitn a friend.Ribs??Cole slaw??Beans??Nor a fan of the briaket… Too dry
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Ribs, BBQ, Baked Beans
Great food, good
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great place to stop on the way to the airport. Glad I found Smoke Box Bqq. Very friendly, quick service, and great tasting food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sausage, Baked Beans, Burnt Ends w Fries