Federal Hill Smokehouse absolutely lives up to the hype. From the moment you walk in, you're…read moregreeted by a welcoming atmosphere and the incredible aroma of authentic barbecue. The meats were perfectly smoked tender, juicy, and packed with flavor without being overpowered by sauce. The sides were just as impressive and tasted homemade, and the staff was friendly, attentive, and happy to answer questions. Portions were generous, and the quality of the food made every bite worth it. If you're looking for outstanding barbecue with excellent service, Federal Hill Smokehouse is a must-visit. I'll definitely be back!

Back again and killer like usual ... got two 3 meat combos ... sausage, brisket and turkey…read more Picked up a T-shirt for my oldest

This place needs a warning label. "Might Get a Serious Addiction" ooof. Such fantastic Barbeque…read more.. I usually get my 3 item BBQ combo so I don't stand there salivating at the menu and looking like a crazy person. lol! I love the combos as you can gather up the delicious BBQ sauces (do NOT tell me to pick one- I will cry as every single one is delicious). Should out to the mustard one. This girl here does not like mustard- and I usually snag two containers of that magic stuff. If you go in the afternoon during the summer- you get a beautiful view of the Harbor bridge and some awesome sailboats breezing by. The staff is smiling and fast. The only downside is- the BBQ is so good, our friends the local bees want it all to themselves and have been known to chase me around a few chairs outside. lol. I'm still leaving my 5 star because I'm not letting the bees win. Not sharing Mr Bumble, so buzz off. Literally.

Our waitress was friendly and was attentive. I got the brisket w/coleslaw, Oreo cookies n cream…read morecake and cornbread. The brisket had a nice char on it and fall apart. They have their own regular and spicy bbq sauce. I loved the spicy bbq sauce, it wasn't too sweet and had a nice kick to it. The coleslaw was not mayo based but still really good. The jalapeño cornbread was next to my coleslaw and absorbed the juice from it so the taste was a little off. I should have asked for it on the side. I don't have a sweet tooth but still took a bite of my husband's Oreo cookies n cream cake and if you have a sweet tooth you'd love it. My husband ate the whole slice in seconds.

The meats we tried were very good!! Baby Back Ribs, Pulled Pork & Chicken,also Burnt Tips!! The…read morebaked beans, onion rings & cheese curds were also very good as well as the cornbread!!! The Mac & Cheese however, could use a little bit of help!! All four of us, really didn't care for it !!! Service was outstanding!!! Very friendly, helpful & patient!!! The decor is interesting & entertaining with different awards & pictures!!! Would HIGHLY RECOMMEND giving it a try!!!!

The food was very good! Quickly received. Tables were clean. Plenty of to go boxes for leftover…read more The Mac and cheese and brisket were delicious. Cole slaw and cornbread were very good also. A great choice of sauces to choose from.

Everything is fantastic. The food the service and the price. They used to be a little food truck…read moreand park outside the courthouse at lunch time. Glad they finally got into a building they don't run out of things anymore.

Last time I visited Smokey Martin's in Meadville,Pa.,it was not a very good experience…read more The macaroni and Cheese was absolutely awful and the BBQ beef sandwich was extremely hard to chew,dried out despite the BBQ sauce I had on it and the roll tasted stale...it was very disappointing because usually S.M. is delicious when I have purchased it from their truck at outside events.

Years ago we saw the show that centered around under dog bbq. Finally we made it here after our…read morelast visit to Erie when we found the location we went to was closed. Walking in I didn't get that bbq vibe right off the bat. Sure there were some sauces and ribs for sale but I was kind of left wondering if this was a bbq place. Our waiter / cook/ bartender had us seated in the wide open dining area and drinks moving in no time, we placed our food order shortly afterwards. The misses got the nachos, the chips were probably the best part of the dish, the queso was on the bland side and the chicken ... well some was tender and some really not so much. Kind of in impressed. The little yelper was down for her usual tenders, there was two large hand breaded tenders in the basket, and some fries. The tender breading wasn't a hit with her but that chicken was better than the nachos meat. After some peeling she ate it. The fries though, definitely could have used a little more time down, the weren't really crispy and had a hot sog to them. I got the smoked wings. Hellfire and rust belt. Of the two rubs the rust belt was the sweetest and overall best , but I'm a fan of spice and the hellfire was definitely the winner. The chicken wings had the same Kind of inconsistency . Some were perfectly cooked, others a bit dry. But their bleu cheese really was the standout for me. As a top wing reviewer in 2025 I've had a lot of wings and bleu cheese. This I would probably give a 7/10. Definitely saved the day with the wings. Underdog was a bit underwhelming but service really saved the day here. He was attentive, helpful And overall just great. The food however, definitely not what we had hoped for.

Best BBQ I've ever had!!!! Service was incredible and the atmosphere was welcoming and homey. The…read morebrand was clear and the pictures on the wall from the show really made it all feel like such a family and team effort. The history behind this place is inspiring and seeing it still owning its roots and going strong still feels great to support! Wish I was able to get a sweatshirt in my size but unfortunately when I went they no longer had mediums because they were getting a new screen printer. Anytime I'm in the area I WILL be back! The food is just too great to miss!!!!!!

Overpriced disappointment, this bbq gave me the blues! It actually made me sick to my stomach. The…read moreMac & cheese tasted like it was days old the ribs were parboiled and grilled and the pulled pork was just gross mush. No bbq sauce, not even hot. No wonder they had no line at the bbq and blues festival. Save your money

Amazing casual BBQ spot! The mac and cheese is thick and creamy, and they have a Piggy Mac which…read moretops the mac and cheese with delicious and saucy pulled pork. The ribs are tender and fall off the bone. They also have chicken, which I personally did not try but I have heard great things about!

Beer flight I had was very good. Brisket sandwich for lunch was excellent! Nice to see a place…read morelike this in Jamestown now. Plus they have music!

Go there every weekend I am here. It is one of the best places in Pymatuning. The food and service…read moreare top notch and you could not ask for a better place to hang out, have a few drinks and listen to some music. If you want some wine just walk next door to the Gatehouse Winery. If you want a cool hand made hat talk to Bruce and Torpedo Bay Hats!

Sal and Lisa are two of the nicest people you will meet. Sals passion for food and cooking truly…read moreshows in his food. He will let you know a week or so in advance when he will be cooking and taking orders. Usually he is pre-sold out within hours from posting. Try it once and you will be hooked. Best Puerto Rican Rice and beans and amazing potato salad. Oh yeah and then comes the meats, ribs, brisket, chicken and pork, oh my!

From the owner: Smoked and BBQ authentic Puertorrican food in Ashtabula Ohio. Come join with me in enjoying the…read moreflavors of my culture. We do all parties. Choose us today. You won't be sorry!

I am so sad that this place closed. This was the absolute best restaurant in Meadville, and had…read morethe most delicious and interesting food in all the area. I am not sure as to why they closed, but there is now a big void in the local food scene. The last time I ate there was June 4th, and something did seem a little off. The food felt a little different, as did the vibe. There had been no closing announcements on their social media pages, but I found out after the fact from the Meadville Market House that they were closed. What a blow!!!

Ordered takeout so I can't say much for service or ambience. The food is very good! It all tasted…read morefresh and had great flavor. I recommend to anyone that likes a good bowl!

The burnt ends are amazing. The patio is great. They have wine and beer, and the service is…read morefantastic.

Went there on Saturday. Website says open 12-8. We get there and see only 1 car outside. Pull and…read moresee NO smoke coming from the smoker. Place was locked no lights on. Tried both doors and saw a guy inside. He didn't seem to care or want to explain why they weren't open. Don't waste your time.