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Smoke Shack, Milwaukee, WI

Smoke Shack

4.4 (460)
$30 and under
American
332 N Milwaukee Street, Milwaukee, WI 53202

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2 people
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7:00 PM
Booked 7 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for groups
We're obsessed with the craft of smoked meat. Our certified humanely-raised meats are dry rubbed, slow smoked, and sauced by you. In some cases, we began smoking your meat yesterday to ensure you get the perfect quality barbecue. We smoke our meats in small batches, all-day, every-day. In some cases, we sell out when items are in high demand, but sit back, savor a bourbon or two, and try something new. We're certain that you'll enjoy our variety!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Unspecified
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Alex Sazama
  • Private party facilities
    We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion.
  • Neighborhood
    Milwaukee
  • Cross street
    St. Paul
  • Parking details
    There is a parking garage one block to the south.
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine
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What 460 people are saying

Smoke Shack reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Milwaukee

    Neighborhood gem

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Smoke Shack is a vibrant dining spot known for its cozy atmosphere and fantastic barbecue. Guests rave about the "amazing egg rolls" and "outstanding food," with standout service from staff. Perfect for casual dates or gatherings, enjoy a great drink selection and "fantastic bourbon." A must-visit in Milwaukee!
460 Reviews
  1. Jonathan VIP

    Milwaukee7 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    Disappointing compared to the numerous other times we’ve eaten there and had a great experience. After being seated at our table (which had a significant tilt) we waited 10 minutes before a server finally came over (without an apology). Appetizer and mains all came out simultaneously. Pulled chicken wasn’t pulled—served as pieces.

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  2. Tad

    Milwaukee15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic meal, great service, we will definitely be back. We ordered the Shack Daddy Sampler & everything was absolutely amazing. We love the place too, it's a very fun atmosphere & super cozy. A+++++++++++++++++ all the way around, THANK YOU!
    Smoke ShackResponded 6 days ago
    Hi Tad - THANK YOU For the 5-star review!! We are so happy you enjoyed everything and look forward to seeing you again soon! - The Smoke Shack Team

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  3. Meredith

    New York City4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 13, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was great and it was a cool spot to eat. Get the egg rolls. They are amazing!
    Smoke ShackResponded on April 14, 2025
    Thanks so much for the review, we appreciate it! We look forward to seeing you again soon! ~The Smoke Shack Team

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  4. Denise

    Milwaukee2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great BBQ! Drink choice is amazing. Staff are friendly. We love bringing friends and family here.
    Smoke ShackResponded on April 3, 2025
    Thanks for giving us the opportunity to take care of you and your family - and we very much appreciate the kind words. Looking forward to hosting you all again! Cheers!

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  5. Alan

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great ambiance for a date and it was a blast being there. I would recommend coming here for sure.
    Smoke ShackResponded on March 26, 2025
    Hi Alan! So glad you enjoyed your date here at our lil Shack - and thanks for taking the time to leave us those stars. Cheers!

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  6. barbg

    Milwaukee2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and cocktails. Terrific service! Will go again!
    Smoke ShackResponded on March 11, 2025
    Hi there! So glad you enjoyed your visit here to the Shack this weekend. Looking forward to hosting you again!

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  7. David

    Milwaukee5 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    We waited for over an hour for our order to be served and had to rush through dinner to make it to the show we were going to. Additionally, the “brisket” sandwich was all fat and inedible. We will not be returning.
    Smoke ShackResponded on February 25, 2025
    Hi David. We’re sorry to hear that your experience didn’t meet expectations. We always strive to provide timely service and high-quality food, and it’s disappointing to learn that we missed the mark for you. Our brisket is carefully smoked for hours to achieve the best flavor and texture, but if anything was off with your meal, we would have been happy to address it right away. We appreciate your feedback and will share it with our team to ensure we continue improving. If you’d be open to giving us another try, we’d love the opportunity to provide the experience we’re known for. Rachael, GM

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  8. Rob

    Minneapolis1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Alan was a great server. Food was outstanding. Will come back whenever I'm in Milwaukee and need a ribs fix.
    Smoke ShackResponded on February 22, 2025
    Hi Rob! We agree, Allan is pretty awesome and we're lucky to have him on our team. Can't wait to see you again when you're in town for those spares. See you soon!

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  9. Eli

    Milwaukee2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We frequent the Smoke Shack fairly often and for good reason. The food is always top notch and our service was fantastic. We sat outside in the enclosed area with the fire tables which made it perfectly comfortable for “outside” seating. Their bourbon selection is fantastic and the Valentine’s Day dessert special was outstanding.
    Smoke ShackResponded on February 15, 2025
    Hi Eli! Wow, so glad we could help to make your Valentine's Day special - and yeah, that shortcake was killer. Super excited to add it to the new menu 😉 Can't wait to have you back! Cheers!

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  10. Brian

    Minneapolis2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, great value, and great service. Perfect!
    Smoke ShackResponded on February 15, 2025
    Hi Brian! Thanks so much for the stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ We appreciate it and we appreciate YOU! Hope to see you again soon!

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FAQs

Smoke Shack does offer delivery in partnership with Chow Now and Uber Eats. Smoke Shack also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (414) 431-1119.

Smoke Shack is rated 4.4 stars by 460 OpenTable diners.

Smoke Shack does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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332 N Milwaukee Street, Milwaukee, WI 53202

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    St. Paul
  • Neighborhood
    Milwaukee
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Unspecified
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    There is a parking garage one block to the south.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Alex Sazama
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine
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