Olde Towne Smokehouse

8011 Cold Harbor Rd, Mechanicsville
(804) 979-8895

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Ronda Loyer

My husband and I get takeout here often. We always get a pound of BBQ and sometimes a half of smoked turkey breast and smoked sausage. All are quite good! The BBQ comes with no sauce, so you can choose one of theirs or your own. I wish they had a traditional hot vinegar sauce like in NC. but they do not.They do have several to choose from , including a tomato based hot sauce. We've tried several of their side dishes and found most to be rather ordinary, but not bad. My husband really liked the sweet potato casserole, but they discontinued it and just have sweet potatoes. You get a very good cornbread with your dinner, I really like it and im generally not a fan of cornbread.I wish they had handmade limeade, but alas, they don't, as far as I know. The staff has always been very friendly and helpful. There is a small dining room to eat in, and it's been decorated tastefully. When we go, we get enough for several meals. The banana pudding makes a good ending to your meal. With fast food becoming so expensive, it's definitely worth the money and time to go in to pick it up. I think they fit very well in the community and think they will continue to thrive!

Christy Schlothauer

Cute spot with fresh BBQ. I had the classic pulled pork and potato salad. I’m a little spoiled by sister’s BBQ but this was a very good choice for tonight!

Debra Hensley

Delicious food and they serve very generous portions!!! Try it, you will be glad you did!!

Megan Andrewski

First time here. Food was great. Beautiful evening to sit outside and eat. Lots of people coming and going while we were there.

Robert Hudson

I consider myself a foodie, so when I say this was my favorite catfish I’ve ever had, I am not exaggerating!! It had good reviews already, which is why I came, but here I am immediately reviewing it myself!! I’m enthusiastic about reviewing it because every item we had was incredible. The sides were ALL good as well. Banana Pudding was perfect and satisfying. The sweet potatoes were spiced with care and delicately balanced between savory and sweet. The collard greens were mixed with chicken and delicious almost like a meal on their own!! The brisket was a perfect cut of meat, with the exact amount of fat we selected (lean, in this case). I’ve never had such light and fluffy catfish with breading that wasn’t heavy and so fresh that it was like it just came out of the water. I heard they have been around for only a matter of months, so I have no complaints about the atmosphere, but if there was anything to even place in this review as a critical element I would just say they have limited space inside so far. I bet they will have more tables eventually…This place is going to be popular!!

Carlos J

Best on Town

Anthony Mansour

Food and service was 10/10. Brisket and hushpuppies are easily the best things on the menu. Logan and Ferris provided the best service with recommendations and 10/10 service. Going to make this a regular spot!

Mina Hapshy

Best BBQ in Richmond easily if not the state. Ferris and Logan were also incredible with recommendations and very friendly. The brisket and hush puppies are to die for! Wanted to try to ribs but they were so good they ran out. Will be coming here very often!

Jill Carpenter

Quaint & simplistic atmosphere, limited seating inside and out, & friendly service. We ordered a sampler tray with Mac and cheese- the meats had a great flavor, and the right amount of seasoning- you don't need sauce for the meats but they have them it you want. Tried several sauces and they did not disappoint- all made in-house. Corn bread was lighter and fluffy, more cake like but still with the cornbread texture and taste. The Mac and cheese was delicious as well, it had a variety of cheese with a hint of spice on the end. I was truly expecting another restaurant with subpar food but was pleasantly surprised (everyone thinks they can cook BBQ but they can't, same goes with Mac and cheese). Will definitely have to return, we purchased a 2nd sampler just to take home!

sugarbonez777

OMG I dont even know where to start on how amazing the food is here--we found the restaurant on Google and decided to pay a visit-almost drove by it because its just a little house --went inside and was greeted by a sweet girl behind the counter--its a small place, just a few tables inside and outside--anyway, we ordered the rope sausage, brisket, sweet potatoes, ribs, pulled pork , corn bread, and fries--the food is so amazing Im salivating just thinking about it--tender meats, sweet cornbread, seasoned fries , ice cold root beer---everything was sooooo good--will definitely be back!!!

Ron Martin

First time there and tried the catfish. It was delicious.
Been hearing good things about the place and will definitely go back to try more of their menu.

Gina Thompson

I had a very young gentleman that helped i have been in customer service for 40 years. He had the best customer service I have experienced in quite a while. Let’s keep him

Kirah Janan

I had such a great lunch today , such great service from Logan can’t beat the hospitality, the price point or the portions size , this is the definition of a hidden gem and i’ll definitely be back ! :)

Jessica Greenwood

Hats off to the pit master, this gem just keeps on getting better! Great food, one of the few places our kids get adventurous about eating. Surprisingly big portions. Friendly, polite staff. A few tables for seating but we always do take out for an easy family dinner!

T Blickie

Excellent 🍖🍗🍽 will be back.

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