This is our go-to to place for our very specific barbecue likes, namely the one meat plate with Burnt Ends, Smoked Collard Greens, and the best Fried Okra you will find anywhere. The service is fast and impeccable, the food is delicious and filling, and we highly recommend this establishment at Dry Creek and University ... near the ARC. The choices of causes number around 8, and the smoked collard greens are extra tasty when slightly spiked with a bit of the Carolina BBQ sauce. Bon Apeti, y 'all. read more

I'm someone who really appreciates proper barbecue, the kind where you smell smoke before you even open the door, where brisket is juicy and tender, and burnt ends are rich, smoky, and melt in your mouth. That's what you expect when you're paying barbecue prices. Sadly, none of that showed up here. The brisket and burnt ends were the biggest disappointment. Instead of having that dark bark and beautiful smoke ring you expect from meat that's been smoked low and slow, everything looked gray and lifeless. There was no smoke flavor, no seasoning, and worst of all, the meat was dry. Not slightly dry, but the kind where you need sauce just to get it down. Burnt ends are usually the highlight of a barbecue meal, crispy outside with juicy, tender meat inside. These were just dry chunks with no caramelization or flavor payoff. The sausage didn't help things either. Overall, nothing about the meal felt homemade or smoked. It felt mass produced and rushed, missing the flavor and texture that make barbecue special in the first place. What made the experience even worse is the price. Spending around $40 on a pound of meat, expecting quality barbecue, and getting dry, bland food instead. For that price, you expect memorable barbecue, not something you regret ordering halfway through the meal. The food was so disappointing that I ended up throwing most of it away and going somewhere else afterward just to get a decent meal. That's something I almost never do, especially after paying premium prices. read more

We been hungry for some BBQ. We've driven past Rolling Smoke BBQ numerous times. We finally went to check it out. We found the place wide open and clean. We didn't use the restroom, so no information there. They have a nice selection of items. We chose the ribs with two sides, baked beans and potato salad. The ribs were tasty and there was additional sauce on the table. Theresa chose the mild and I chose the hot. Both sauces were very tasty. The potato salad was very good as were the beans. The rib portions were very generous. So we brought some leftovers home. The staff was friendly, helpful, and clearly wanted us to enjoy our meal! As a matter of fact I wanted to take my left over coke home. They brought me a new coke in a carry out cup. I would not hesitate to return. And we will. There are other items on the menu we would like to experience. read more

Walked in, no menu at bar, no problem I'm easy. Told bartender I'll take the biggest platter you have, he asked which meats, choice of 3. I replied "I don't care, I'm easy, surprise me". He chose, then said I'm not choosing your sides, so I had to read the menu that he now placed at the bar. A good bartender would have replied " you will love our Cloe slaw and our potato salad is the bomb". Easy right? Then came time for a beer, I said "I'll take a draft whatever, i'm easy, Budweiser" and shrugged my shoulders. Easy right? The taps DO NOT have the brand on them so I could not tell which brands they carried. He replied, "your killing me man", and handed me a separate menu for beverages. Again, I had to read a menu. I good bartender would have replied "our **** IPA is the bomb, (which is also the most expensive) I will get you that" I looked at the menu and chose Coors Light, (their cheapest beer) about as close to Budweiser as you can get. The restaurant business is ALL ABOUT SALES and customer service. If your in the position of not able to make a recommendation, then you should not be in the biz. Then he disappeared for 15 minutes, nobody in sight. I could have drank at least 2 more beers. There was one table in there, besides myself and friend at the bar. No big deal. On the plus side, they have a great selection of sauces. You can sample all of them. Great touch. They have a bomb Carolina vinegar sauce. The BBQ was good for the area, very average if you're a coinsure like myself. The beer was flat and not very cold. I will probably not go back, even though I live a few blocks away. It was not a bad experience, but I just don't like attitude and lack of effort. (not to mention excessive facial hair while making serving food.) Not discouraging others from trying, maybe caught him on a bad day. I tipped 20% because no matter HOW BAD the service or food, I still tip. I worked in tbe industry many years, hard job. PEOPLE, please take care of your servers. God bless, and God speed!!!! read more

If you follow me on Yelp, you would know I consider myself a barbecue connoisseur. I've tried barbecue from Chicago, Texas, Kansas City, California , New York to Nicaragua. There's always a debate over prep and cooking times. I'm on the other side of the argument, I believe everything starts with the quality of the meat. Fatty meat will ruin the best prep and smoke. I've visited this location three times on my visits to Colorado. The meals are always fulfilling. They do an excellent job on the flavor profile. I always order the rib tips, it's a Chicago favorite. They sell them by the pound, which was new to me. I would suggest two pounds for two people if you care for leftovers. The tips are not 100% Chicago style however they are a slice of home. I coupled the tips with a slab of Spare ribs. I home the bring in Baby backs soon. The ribs were cooked extremely well. The meat did not fall off the bone, it needed just enough pull to come apart. Over cooked ribs fall apart and the meat right off the bone. There's a thin line between just right and over cooked. It takes skill to get it right on a smoker. The first visit we ate in, the ambiance is cool. Very laid back place. The last two visits were take out. Either way, eat well my friend. The ribs are waiting. read more

Rolling Smoke BBQ - Centennial - Barbeque Near Me - Centennial, Colorado

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The air smells like bacon or earthy and slightly sweet! BBQ pulls me in with the smell of hard wood burning and the smoke billowing through the air! It's a true sensory experience. If you are a bbq fan, then you get what I mean. Then this place is for you! We travel the country trying bbq and so far anytime we are in the Denver, CO area (several times a year), Rolling smoke BBQ is always on our List for dinner at least one of the evenings. I'd recommend the smoked ribs and south side rib tips. Delicious! There is also a wide variety of bbq sauces to choose from that will stand up to a variety of the most discerning taste buds. The team here are always friendly and welcoming. Medium sized restaurant will bar top and tables. They also have a small bar and TVs if you need to catch a sports game on. Thanks to the team for feeding us tasty food! Until next time - keep smoking! read more

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Brisket is dry, coleslaw tastes grass with pepper on it, but the greens were pretty good. Two out of five stars. read more

Rolling Smoke BBQ - Centennial - Brisket 1 lb, Coleslaw, Collard Greens - Barbeque Near Me - Centennial, Colorado

We tried this for the first time tonight and ordered take out. I had heard that portions were small so we both did the 3 meat plate and also a separate order of 6 ribs. The meats were amazing and the portions were HUGE!. It will be nice to have another lunch tomorrow and perhaps snacks before dinner tomorrow night. Texas toast was too chewy, not crisp, didn't care for it. We tried just about everything, even a chicken thigh, and everything was perfectly smoked and cooked. Their green chili is phenomenal! I have nothing bad to say about this place and the next time we want BBQ it will be from here. read more

The food is delicious! I had the brisket plate with potato salad and fried okra. The staff is friendly, knowledgeable and checks on you to make sure everything is just right. Ambiance exceeds expectation and the smell of smoked meat greets you at the front door! We do not live close by, but when we are in the area, we make time to eat at Rolling Smoke BBQ. read more

I hate to write a bad review, but we weren't impressed by Rolling Smoke. The brisket was bone dry and pretty flavorless, the mac and cheese was just okay, and the collard greens were decent, but fairly bland. Both the spicy and mild sauces they had out were quite sweet, and we were more than halfway through the meal before any alternative sauces were offered. The spicy vinegar sauce helped cut the sweetness of the spicy bbq sauce and added some flavor to the collard greens, but not much. They say that they have a full bar, but they don't have anything to make a cocktail (not even a basic margarita or a mule.) We had high hopes because of the good reviews and the proximity to our home, but we're going to keep making the drive up to Post Oak on Tennyson. (Much better food, great drinks, and a more soulful, welcoming vibe for a comparable price.) read more

Good BBQ, a variety of sauces, at a reasonable price. The BBQ was above average for what I have had in Denver but still no where near what you can expect from true Texas or Kansas City BBQ. The brisket was tender but a little dry, the pulled pork was flavorful, and the hot link sausage had a good amount of flavor but no real spicy bite. For sides the baked beans were my favorite with a bunch of sweet Smokey flavor they were hardy and delicious. The Jalapeño corn bread was a close second, and the Mac & cheese was also very good. There was plenty of seating, and a nice BBQ decor. It is a counter service ordering system but they deliver the food directly to your table. TL:DR - above average BBQ for Denver, but the sides are the real star of the show. read more

First time I have tried this location. Friendly, helpful staff. The ribs were amazing as was the bbq sauce. The seasoned fries were fantastic -- no ketchup needed. read more

Delicious bbq & they load up your plate! We loved the brisket, both sausage options, cornbread & Mac n cheese. We also ordered & enjoyed the burnt ends, beans & potato salad but weren't our absolute fave. Sauces are delicious with a variety of options. They also offer military discount, which is always much appreciated. Will be returning / recommending! read more

Obsessed with the pulled pork mac and cheese! I wish they sold the bbq sauces to go because I LOVE THEM ALL. Some of the best sauces I have had and so many options! read more

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I think I hit the holy grail this week! I found this place while 1/2 way enjoying a hotel dinner when a patron came in for a night cap and couldn't stop raving about Rolling Smoke. I am a BBQ snob so you know I had to try it. Located in a strip mall and as soon as you get out of your car you smell heaven. Got a chance to go over to the heaven and saw the pit master hard at work. Inside the restaurant is very clean and the staff here is awesome. We did come a little later so they were out of some key items but I don't blame them once it's gone it's gone. We asked the staff member and he put together and amazing platter packed with pulled pork, sausage, rib tips, chicken wings and jalapeño corn bread. Side that were coleslaw, potato salad and baked beans. All I can say is everything was amazing and we left in a meat coma. I absolutely loved this place and with how picky I am about BBQ this was the spot! I will for sure be back. read more

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Amazing food! Super delicious. Friendly and attentive staff. We came to Denver to visit family and decided on barbecue for our first night in town. We had a group of 7 so we ordered a ton of food and shared everything. The ribs and chicken were everyone's favorite. We had chicken wings that were cooked to perfection. All the different BBQ sauces were great but personally I loved the habanero it had a great depth of flavor and a nice kick. The gumbo was delicious too! We walked over to the smokers and the friendly chef explained the process of smoking meats. My kids loved that part the best! It was very interesting. Great art work on the walls too. We will definitely return! 5 stars!! read more

Rolling Smoke BBQ - Centennial - The wood smokers. - Barbeque Near Me - Centennial, Colorado

Food was amazingly delicious burnt end melt in your mouth gumbo was delicious brisket on point I would highly recommend read more

Rolling Smoke BBQ - Centennial - Barbeque Near Me - Centennial, Colorado

Good BBQ and Fried Okra. The brisket and hot links were tasty and so was the collard greens. I enjoyed the Art on the walls too. Thanks!

Had the burnt ends alongside the mac & cheese and potato salad. They had several different bbq sauces. The green chili bbq sauce was my favourite of them. read more

Rolling Smoke BBQ - Centennial - Burnt Ends with 2 sides. Mac & Cheese and Potato Salad. - Barbeque Near Me - Centennial, Colorado

Ok people I found my favorite BBQ place in Denver now amazing ribs and fries Love this place check it out read more

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We made it back to Denver and Rolling Smoke BBQ was on our list of places to go. We just had an amazing meal and it was just as delicious as the first time we ate there. The ribs are delicious and have the perfect amount of smoke. The brisket and pulled pork was amazing as well. Service was on point and we enjoyed our time at this restaurant. We will return again on our next trip. Thank you for the hospitality and the wonderful food! read more

Came here today to try it out. The fries were good. For my taste I thought meat was. Wry dry, yes sauce helps.We got some sides but yeah, just was hoping for better! Ambiance is just a come in and sit down order at counter and they bring to table. So it was ok.Service okay. read more

The food was amazing. I got a brisket sandwich and the meat was perfect , tender, pink smoke ring, delicious. A solid barbecue place in Centennial. Gotta try it if you like BBQ!!! read more

This is a great place to grab a sandwich. I love their pulled pork! You always get plenty of meat on a warm bun with a side of your choice. There is a good selection of sides. There are squeeze bottles of both mild and spicy BBQ sauce on the tables. The place is small and pretty basic but clean, The food is good and plentiful, and the service is prompt. Staff is always friendly and competent. read more

Solid comfy spot. They were fast, efficient, and delicious. I really liked the pulled pork and the Mac n cheese. The collared greens were good too, just a bit hot! I'd return for sure. read more

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Upon my arrival, the staff was friendly and attentive. I ordered the three meat and two sides plate. Along with this, I ordered the jalapeño cornbread. Everything turned out great and I can't wait to go back. Highly recommend. read more

Every single time I get food from Rolling Smoke it's always so good!! They never miss

The brisket was bone dry. You needed to load it with bbq sauce in order to choke it down. The man n cheese was dry as well, like it has been sitting around since lunch. We didn't eat their Cesar slaw and the manager noticed and offered us something else, which was a nice gesture. read more

Stopped in today just like we've done for years to order a to go meal while walking my dachshund. I order then step outside to wait until food is ready. Unfortunately there was a very nasty, rude man taking counter orders. We are regular customers and place upwards of 300.00 orders at least monthly for entertaining large groups of ex firefighters. This particular employee knows us and has never said anything before about the dog walking in and out but apparently this is the hill he wanted to die on today. The large order we planned for this week will go to another business. Firefighters like variety too. Kinda sad because we really do enjoy the food, even the dog. We sometimes even stop to buy him a small portion of meat and this employee has pet and talked to my dog every time, not sure why the ugly confrontational attitude today. read more

Food was quite good and take out was ready when promised. Caution, be wary of pictures of menus, significant changes to menu posted on Yelp. I would go back and order off the website. read more

Unless they are kits for show, there is a row of smokers just outside, producing some great vittles. They are food allergy friendly and knew exactly what I was asking -- although vegans might not be happy campers here -- I mean, it IS a BBQ place :-) It was hard to find for this out of towner. Facing the ARC thrift store, it is to the right in the same building, but with subtle signage. By the way, in my opinion, I could do without the coleslaw; is had little flavor and was really salty. The potato salad is a better choice. read more

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I lived in Oklahoma for 75 years before moving to Colorado. Rolling Smoke is the only barbecue place I've found in Colorado that has the great taste of Texas & Kansas City. The meats are perfect as are the sauces & sides. All of the staff are friendly & welcoming. If you want really great barbecue, your search is over! read more

Excellent bbq, probably the best I've had in CO so far. Friendly and helpful staff helped us with our order when we came in. The mac bowl has a lot of cheese and seasoning. The hot links were perfect, not overly spicy, but with a good kick. Pulled pork sandwich was also delicious with a nice fluffy bun. The pork was tender and flavorful. They have two bbq sauces on the table to add to your meal (one regular and one spicy and both are so good). The ribs were amazing! By far my favorite thing we ordered. The meat falls off the bone. The smoked beans were also super flavorful and the tater tots were perfectly crisped. Customer service was outstanding as well. We really appreciated that part of our experience. Restaurant was clean with both indoor and outdoor seating. We will definitely come back again soon. read more

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I miss the whole smoker:( This place has by far the best cornbread I've ever tried. 10/10. Their sausages are amazing as well. Really everything is top notch. Buy with confidence. read more

Pretty good good. A 3 would be too harsh. So I gave it a 4. The ribs are really good. Like a 9 Got a sweet sausage that is very good, like an 8. The burnt ends, some are a 10 and some are a 2 The brisket I was surprised by. It sounds harsh but it's like a 3. So dry. I'm used to brisket melting in your mouth. The potato salad was good, like a 7. The baked beans were really good, like a 9. Maybe it's just me on the mac and cheese. It's literally the lowest grade I would ever give for any mac and cheese. But I almost give it a pass because it's so dry and unusual that I wonder if there's some pocket of the country that is looking for exactly this. It's so different that I must assume it's on purpose. But I like a cheesy, melty, creamy Mac and cheese. This was not that. Again sounds harsh. But this was a 2 for me. Again I give it a pass. The meat, I know that my review is credible. I stand by the low level meat ratings for sure. The 2 on the Mac and cheese, take with a grain of salt. Ordered the brisket Mac and cheese, expecting a melty cheesy situation with pieces of brisket mixed in. It came with just a few dry pieces of brisket laid on top. It wasn't a small amount of brisket. No complaints. Except it seemed lazy and I'm not a fan of neither the Mac nor the brisket. So this dish was not it. The barbecue sauces are pretty good. Like a 6. Hard to get below a 5 on sauce. Some looked like they definitely needed shaken to mix up. The customer service was really really bad. They are not busy but the phone answerer was incredibly rude. Then when I was there waiting for my food, I saw him be rude to two older women. I still tipped 30%. Now eating the food I would have tipped just the minimum for me which is 20% Got a Mexican beer, no lime available read more

Rolling Smoke BBQ - Centennial - Max and cheese - Barbeque Near Me - Centennial, Colorado

We've been to this location several times now and are consistently impressed with the food and service. The burnt ends are always perfect. The pulled pork is lean and tender. The greens are cooked perfectly with just the right amount of spice. I haven't gotten the ribs in a few visits but I remember them being fire too. And the sauces... oh man! You have to try the green chili sauce, and my all time favorite is the white sauce on the pulled pork. It's hard to find good barbecue in Denver. If the meat is good, the sides usually aren't. But Rolling Smoke knocks it out of the park. And on top of that, they're always super nice, too! read more

From the minute we walked in the door, we knew we were at the right place. Smokey deliciousness was waiting. Hopper, Dave, and the rest of the crew were very friendly and made us feel welcome right away. My husband had ribs with smoked Mac & cheese and seasoned tots. I had pulled pork, green beans, and seasoned tots. Our meals were delivered to our table in short order and looked great. Tasted even better! Nice place. Give them a try. Highly recommend. read more

Rolling Smoke BBQ - Centennial - Ribs, smoked Mac & cheese, and seasoned tots. - Barbeque Near Me - Centennial, Colorado

Probably the best bbq I've had as far as Colorado goes. The burnt ends and brisket is super good. Don't forget the smoked Mac and cheese. Probably slightly over priced for what you get, but still great. It's kind of odd that they expect people to tip 20% on take out orders... read more

Rolling Smoke BBQ - Centennial - Barbeque Near Me - Centennial, Colorado

Some of my favorite BBQ in Colorado! They have great ribs and brisket and amazing sides. Great service as well.

Unfortunate changes to menu and pricing. Having been on the business side of restaurants for years, I fear these changes will have a catastrophic impact over time. While the food is good not enough value to justify bringing my family there to eat. Gradual changes would have been a smarter choice. Hard to compare receipts from a month ago and realize you paid almost double.... read more