Honky Tonk Smokehouse

Fantastic food and service! These people who work here are so kind!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Top tier wings - yummy!!

Food: 5

Great place to eat

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Exelent, melt in your mouth meats . Never dry very goo fall off the bone ribs . Highly recommend to try this place

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

It was our 25th anniversary and we just wanted to celebrate it together because of our busy schedules(lunch worked best) We were not disappointed. Lunch was like eating dinner, huge portions, and a great selection food.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “A Hell of a Deal” – Honky Tonk Barbecue

I’ve tried a lot of barbecue, and Honky Tonk Barbecue stands out—this spot is a gem. I recently visited and was genuinely impressed. Everything I ordered was cooked to perfection. The brisket in particular was tender, smoky, and flavorful—exactly what you’d hope for.

They smoke their meats with wood fire right on site, and you can taste it in every bite. I asked about it and confirmed: this is real-deal barbecue, not shortcut stuff.

The service was friendly and impeccable, and the staff clearly takes pride in what they do. Prices were very reasonable—my dad even called it “a hell of a deal,” and I agree. You can definitely eat your fill here without breaking the bank.

If you haven’t checked out this Honky Tonk yet, you’re missing out. Watch the video, see the food, and go give it a spin.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Beef Brisket Platter, Banana Pudding, Cobbler, Beef Brisket, Smoked Chicken

Great tasting food!

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 5

Service: 3

Since the original owner has sold out the food here has suffered terribly.I used to champion this place but with new ownership a lot has changed ,the last couple times I have eaten here the brisket was tough hard to chewy and lifeless,almost like it had been in a holding cabinet for a few days,couldn't eat it,the Ribs were the same story,unfortunately Everytime I order and eat he chicken wings I get stomach issues don't know if they are fully cooking it before referring,still haven't figured that one out,the sides that use to be so succulent are now just mediocre,seems the love and passion for fresh food smoked daily has gone out of the window,and unfortunately they have now lost a customer

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 1

Service: 3

The most moist delicious brisket We’ve had here in Winston-Salem. So moist. .. the corn fritters are fantastic and so are collard greens . Wonderful Cobbler.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Young female taking our order insulted my daiughter in law because she was incompetent on register
Don’t go there as bbq sucks-dry and overpriced
While staff needs a class in customer skills
Will not make it a tear as there are too many legitimate bbq spots

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 1

Service: 1

We used Honky Tonk Smokehouse to cater a couples shower for our son‘s upcoming wedding. The food was outstanding and the guests raved over how delicious it was. We had a last minute increase of guests and the owner accommodated the change seamlessly. Exceptional food and service.

Food: 5

Service: 5

While visiting Winston-Salem from Texas, my son and I were eager to try some authentic Carolina BBQ. The front desk manager at or hotel highly recommended Honky Tonk Smokehouse, even giving us a coupon—and we’re so glad she did. She was absolutely right. As Texans, we hold BBQ to a high standard, and this spot held its own. We stopped in on a Tuesday evening and were impressed from start to finish.
I ordered a platter that included:
• 5 smoked chicken wings – These were the standout of the night. Crispy, perfectly seasoned, and expertly smoked. Probably the best meat we tried overall.
• 3-cheese macaroni and cheese – Creamy, flavorful, and lived up to the “famous” label.
• Fried okra – Cooked just right with no sliminess, and still steaming hot when served. Both sides were well seasoned and comforting.

My son chose the Split Decision Platter, selecting:
• Jalapeño cheese sausage – A special that night, and packed with melty cheese. The casing had a satisfying snap and wasn’t greasy at all.
• Brisket (lean cut) – Nicely smoked with a solid bark and smoke ring. While he wished he’d asked for “wet,” the flavor and texture were still excellent. The seasoning was balanced—not overly salty or peppery, and you could see a good smoke ring. His sides were the mac & cheese and green beans, both fresh and flavorful. We also took advantage of a coupon for two free baby back ribs. They were meaty, tender, and cleanly pulled from the bone—an unmistakable sign of perfectly cooked ribs. The rub was on point, and there wasn’t a single fatty bite. Sauces: Honky Tonk has a self-serve sauce bar with a wide range of options:
• Original
• Spicy
• Honey Chipotle
• Jalapeño
• Brown Sugar
• Sweet Apple
• Eastern Dip (vinegar-based)
• Alabama White

We tried them all. I especially liked the Alabama White on chicken, and the Brown Sugar and Eastern Dip on pork. It was great to have the freedom to mix and match. Desserts: They offer banana pudding, Oreo chocolate pudding, and cobblers (apple, peach, cherry). We didn’t have room this time, but everything is scratch-made in-house and looked tempting. Service & Atmosphere: The staff were outstanding—friendly, patient, and genuinely interested in where we were from and what we thought of the food. As BBQ “novices” to the Carolina style, we appreciated the guidance.

The restaurant is in a strip center with plenty of parking. Inside, the dining area was spotless, with about 15–20 tables (a mix of bar-height and standard). Food is served in paper boats and plates, which gave the whole experience a laid-back, backyard BBQ feel—very fitting.

Final Thoughts: According to their brochure, everything is slow-smoked and hand-rubbed with their own seasoning blends. You can taste that care in every bite. With a massive selection of sides (20+ options), generous platters, scratch-made desserts, and outstanding service, Honky Tonk Smokehouse is absolutely a must-visit for anyone looking for real Carolina BBQ—even for us proud Texans.

I’ll be back next time I’m in town!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

This is my first visit to Honky Tonk! Placed an online order yesterday and boy were we impressed. Location, service and the food were all fantastic!! I will eat and/or order again. Top notch flavors!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Ultimately, can’t cover up dry and bad brisket with good sauce and decent sides. This may have been the worst brisket my family and I have ever had. Everything else was fine. If this were my restaurant, I would 86 brisket before I would send out what was sent.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 2

Service: 5

The annoying fly got the first bite. Took 10 minutes for the food to come out but everything was lukewarm. Brisket was dry, macaroni was separated from the cheese, and who makes greens sweet? I refused to take another bite my husband ate the dry brisket for me but that’s it.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 1

Service: 5