This is a staple in Karnes County. My late father was from Karnes City and remember this place…read morewhen i was a little girl, now 60. It's been around for many years. Sold many times but has managed to keep the recipes in tact. Delicious.

We came here on a Thursday 10 min till closing!! Mr Morin…read morewelcomed us in. We ordered 4 beef ribs and it doesn't seem like a lot but they were huge! Pork ribs and sausage potato salad, and beans . Everything was so amazing best BBQ and staff was so nice I HIGHLY RECOMMEND this place!

This place is the best. They have the largest baked potato I have ever seen. My wife and I shared…read moreone and neither could eat it all. It was topped withe best smoked turkey I have ever had. You won't regret eating her.

I got a loaded baked potato with .25 pounds of sausage, and that was amazing. The service was…read moregreat, and it was all fresh and hot.

After a work trip, we decided to stop by Smolick's Smokehouse after hearing good things about their…read morebarbecue. First impression--the place is big, with plenty of seating. When you walk in, there's a clear line leading up to the register, with menus posted along the way and a large menu board up front, which makes ordering pretty easy. They offer a wide variety of options. The day we went, they had a chopped beef sandwich combo with a drink and a side for around $10, which felt like a solid deal. For my sides, I tried the mashed potatoes, potato salad, creamed corn, and okra. The okra was a standout--fresh, crispy, and really well done. The potato salad was also very good and worth getting. The creamed corn was something I hadn't had before--it included bacon and had a really unique flavor. It might not be for everyone, but I personally couldn't stop eating it, so I'd definitely recommend giving it a try. As for the chopped beef sandwich, it wasn't my favorite. It was a bit dry, even after adding extra barbecue sauce, and I didn't find it especially flavorful. That said, others in my group actually thought it leaned on the sweeter side, so your experience may vary. One thing that really stood out was the service. The staff was super friendly, patient, and happy to answer questions and help with recommendations. Overall, I'd say it's worth stopping by if you're in the area. If you're up for comparing, there's another barbecue spot a few miles down the road--Choke Canyon--that I've also enjoyed, especially for their sandwiches. Makes for a fun side-by-side if you're a BBQ fan.

We breakfast here now and again. Must arrive to eat before 10:30 or you'll miss the breakfast…read more BBQ is ok. There have been days it was really good and days it was ok. Still a solid stop. The adjoined gas station has some goodies as well. Great friendly staff and quick service. The place is setup nice. Chill country spot.

I drove through there yesterday and picked up brisket for my daughter and a cheeseburger for me otw…read moreto take her to camp and it was horrible! The brisket was rubber and I literally couldn't even pull it apart with full force and even using my teeth it wouldn't separate. We threw it away it was a waste of money and the burger was gross too. Never again! I used to love vans. Must have new owners because it was disgusting and my daughter only got to eat pickles and chips before camp drop off thanks to them!

A road trip gem!! The fried okra was so yummy and every meat was perfect! Definitely great portions…read moreand pricing

I've been paying this place for years but we've never stopped. We thought we'd give it a shot…read moretoday. Inside was your typical bbq joint and staff was nice. Thats why it was two stars. If it wasn't for that, I'd probably give 0-1 star. I got two meat. Brisket and ribs and ordered fried okra and macaroni and cheese. Fried okra was good but everything else was no bueno. Meat felt, looked, and tasted like it was left over from a day/days prior. Flavor was pretty nonexistent. My wife got chicken tenders and fries with a side of gravy. It was a kids meal. Hers was the best of all the food. The chicken tenders were good with the gravy. The fries were heavily battered and crispy. My friend got brisket sandwich. She did not like it. Mexican rice as a side and she said it was mid. Lots of food left over on our plates. Here's the thing- I came on a Tuesday afternoon. I'd assume most of their smoking happens Friday-Sunday. I'm sure the food is better on the weekend.

I stop here on my way to Austin every few months. The food is a good value and the people that…read morework there are very nice.

A step back in time. Great looking fresh meat cases - lots and lots of meat. Not so much on the…read morestore grocery side shelves. Ordered a sliced beef on a bun with onions to go. I wanted jalapeños but they only had whole penos and I was going to eat on the road. Would be nice if they warmed the buns and BBQ sauce a bit.

Even though this place been around for a while this was my first time coming here for the so called…read morebrisket sandwich. The sandwich was real good with a good ample amount of sliced brisket. I would probably give this place 5 stars but i just have one concern. Even though it's during this times during the pandemic we went through the drive-thru. I must say I was disappointed in the amount of time it took me to get my sandwich. There was a total of 3 vehicles ahead of me and I know I stood in that drive-thru line for over 30 minutes. I will tolerate the longer times considering what we are going through but I'm sure they can do better than that.

Iconic barbecue. Love the green beans. Good service. Great people in the kitchen…read more Aaaaaallllllmmmmmooossssttt 85 characters.

I like the food here especially the brisket. Don't ever order soda here though, something is wrong…read morewith it and it tastes horrible. They are also very expensive, for two people to eat is always $50.

We stopped for a quick bite and were amazed at how tender the smoked turkey breast was. Great…read moreservice and perfectly smoked bbq

No Texas Toast? Whaa, Whoa!…read more Meat is dry and a bit tough. Potato salad is pretty good. Great setting, inside and out. Service is good too. BBQ sauce, it's really too sweet, and the meat is floating in it.

I had the rueben with coleslaw and hubby had the chicken fried chicken with sweet potato fries and…read morea salad with ranch, also the "homemade bread ". His chicken was cooked perfectly, delicious gravy and the fries - chefs kiss. The salad was parsley, a pickle and an onion slice with no ranch. My Rueben was inedible. Only 2 very thin slices of meat, a piece of Swiss cheese that was obviously store bought (probably in a plastic wrapper) and sauerkraut...undrained piles of sauerkraut. The "homemade bread" was mush because of it. Couldn't tell you how the coleslaw was because after a couple of bites of the sandwich I was sick to my stomach. I love a good Rueben and always get one when I'm eating out. This was bad.

We met some RV friends in Victoria TX and they mentioned how good the food was here. We are BBQ…read moreconnoisseurs and had to try it! Pleasantly surprised. Limited meats available on a weekday, but the brisket was very good! Enjoyed the sides and the price was reasonable. Loved putting a dollar on the wall in the am. Dining rooms Ike some many others have before.

A little side BBQ spot off HWY 59 that you might just pass by and if you do you will miss a Great…read moreBBQ spot. This little hidden gem is truly a must stop and eat place. I had the two meat special that Mr. McMillan suggested for me. The saying in Texas is everything is bigger in Texas, well this Beef Brisket and Pulled Pork sandwich was huge, you won't walk away hungry. The meat was so tender and tasted so good, now I wishing I would've ordered two, one to take home for later. Mr. McMillan is an Army Veteran, who served in the Vietnam War. Thank you sir for your service! If you are in the area spot by and enjoy some Great BBQ. As always support your small local businesses first.