A lil family owned bbq joint kind of off the beaten path but came through in the clutch (in the…read moremoment). We had gone to go chase waterfalls as the snow was melting and were craving bbq so we found this place in the area with decent reviews and decided to check it out. Underwhelming is the main word that comes to mind. Honestly, the ribs and rib tips were really greasy and it came out extremely fast. The rib tips weren't even that hot. And they were fried to a crisp.. not super edible. They were ok but not great. The ribs were decent, good flavor, not a ton of smoke and like I said, greasy. The smoked mac and cheese was disgusting. It tasted like it was days old (or at least the cheese was) and there wasn't any smoke flavor. The baked beans were ok but tasted like from a can. For it being a $82 order i just feel like it should have been way better. Front desk cashier was friendly enough but not super helpful. Wouldn't come back here but it served the purpose in the moment.

I'm always looking for good BBQ. We went early at 4 pm because they are only open until 7 or when…read morethe meat runs out. The meal was mixed but mostly meh. First the good. The dining room and the bathrooms were very clean and nicely decorated. The 3 ribs I had in my two meat combo were very good, meaty and tender. My smoked Mac and cheese side and my wife's cheesy mashed potatoes were ok. Now the not so good. The server couldn't crack a smile and clearly didn't want to be there. The brisket was tender but had little flavor; no bark or even smoke ring. My wife had the 2 meat combo with 1/4 chicken which was dry, and pulled pork that tasted overcooked and flavorless. The cornbread was also dry and crumbly. If we had only had the ribs, we probably would have given 4 stars. As it was I can't really recommend.

Amazing service and phenomenal food!! I got the bone in wings and some Mac, they were both…read moredelicious and I'll definitely be back for more

We ordered in, the guy who took our order was polite and easy to work with. Our group got one two…read moremeat meal, one one meat meal, and a sandwich combo. Ordering was easy and fast, the restaurant was clean and cute like they normally are, but I agree with commenters who say the bathroom could use a good deep clean! The brisket was good, a tiny bit fatty, but nothing crazy, the pulled work was melt in your mouth perfect, the polish sausage was garlicky and good, and the cheddar jalapeño sausage on the sandwich was great! I live potato salad and this was as good as any deli, the fries were crispy, the mac was mid, and the pickle seasoned okra was 9.5/10 (light on seasoning, but sooooo delicious!!!). I'd stop again, I'm guessing based on other reviews that this place is good in person, and not great at pickup orders.

We came in for dinner while visiting friends on nearby Pipe Lake…read more Definitely a spot for regulars who own cabins on the nearby lakes. It was very crowded. First, the staff was outstanding. Despite being absolutely packed, we were sat almost immediately. Every staff member was super friendly and attentive. It was our friend's birthday and they brought a dessert and sang happy birthday. It was a Friday night Fish Fry. Since I don't eat fish, I ordered the cheeseburger and fries. I'm a picky burger eater. I expect them to be cooked to temperature. Our friend said this is not the type of place that cooks to order. Regardless if they had the temperature right or not, I couldn't tell. It was very juicy and delicious! Tasted medium to me! The fries were hot and crispy. The fish and chips were delicious according to our friends as was the chicken salad. Everyone loved their meals. Stop in to support the County Line if in the area!

Food was great, pricing was good and service was very good. It will be a place we go to again.read more

Delicious food, excellent service. Amazing prices. All in all, definitely will return when I see…read morethe truck!

Good BBQ for "the north woods" area. It is a food truck that goes between Hayward and Spooner. They…read morealso go to different summer events in the area. We had the corn muffin W honey butter. We both had the pulled pork sando with coleslaw. They have some choices. See www.smokenoakbbqwi.com They are also on Facebook. That would be nice if this would help start a food truck craze here in Hayward. Help support original, innovative, food choices here!!!

We had a really nice dinner there. My wife had the pulled pork Mac and cheese and u had a pulled…read morepork Cuban. They have a huge smoker out front and you can tell it gets good use as the meat has a nice smoke to it. They also have a huge outdoor area where we could take our dog, so that was nice. This was an unexpected good stop after a day of travel.

Gonna have to downgrade from my previous 5-star review. We had been to Smokey's numerous times over…read morethe past several years and have always been impressed. Not this time. We stopped in with family recently and the food was just so-so. I and another member of our party ordered the beef brisket. The meat was dry as a popcorn fart. Was it left over from the previous day and re-heated? All I know is that Texas brisket should be moist and melt-in-your-mouth. This was like shoe leather. I had to slather it with BBQ sauce to make it palatable. I could only choke down about a third of it, and I gave up. The only redeeming value was the service was good that day, and they still have a decent beer selection. Smokey's, you be slidin'.

Ive been here many times with my husband over the years and its always been great, food is always…read moredelicious.The Reuben was really good too, and the chicken oh yummy. I haven't been there now for 2 yrs so I don't really know anymore, but, I'm sure its just as good as it was before. the people that work there are all kind and funny.

Whether you call it broasted chicken or best chicken, you're right. We ate this many times on our…read morefrequent Birchwood visits, that are now fewer and further between. We miss it. In fact, we loved this chicken so much we are planning to fly in for lunch when the weather warms up a bit more. Literally.

Midwest bbq, if you can call it bbq. We were told this was…read morethe best bbq in Wisconsin from a friend I personally was very underwhelmed... I got the pulled pork platter with coleslaw and Brussel sprouts. Pulled pork was bland and didn't have much flavor, lots of liquid on the plate. Coleslaw was coleslaw, take it or leave it. Brussel sprouts were the best thing I ate, they have hot honey and I'm a sucker for hot honey. The drink I had was a chocolate porter from Round Man brewery, it didn't have much flavor, I've had better.

Good ambiance, nice patio, clean restrooms, but my party was very disappointed with their meals…read more Our group of 4 stopped during a work roadtrip, hungry during a long drive. The location is convenient, directly off of the freeway in rural Northern Wisconsin. The menu offers sandwiches, a salad, and platters that don't disclose just how little meat is included (assuming they were 1/4lb servings). I opted for the pulled pork, which unfortunately lacked any flavor besides apple cider vinegar. I had to not only drench it in BBQ, but for the first time ever I had to salt the meat. My coworkers left hungry when their platters included only 2 slices of brisket. Points for creativity on their sides. I love the variety of options, but none met my expectations in the slightest. Overall, the whole meal lacked flavor, seasoning, and they should work on their portions/prices. Spending over $20 on a platter here is a waste.

We dined here for lunch while on a mini day trip to Taylor Falls. It took awhile to get seated and…read moreonce we sat it took awhile to even get drinks, but that was the only hiccup we had. Once we got our root beer floats we were happy campers. I read that they make the root beer daily, the buns are from a local bakery, and the meat from a local butcher which is super awesome. The burger was absolutely amazing. I haven't had a good burger like that in a minute since most places seem to do smash burgers lately. My son had a chicken strip kids meal that came with a generous portion including a cookie and drink plus a side. Our family all enjoyed the classic music, and I thought the poodle skirts were fun! This place definitely has that old school drive in feel and the mini golf looked like a hit. They also are dog friendly which is a plus in my book. We'd plan to go back again someday!

Cute concept and we loved the old-fashioned drive-in idea, but the experience didn't quite deliver…read more The wait was fairly long, and a car pulled up next to us with people smoking, so up went our windows and there went the nostalgic drive-in vibe. Customer service was a little lackluster. We tried the veggie burger, fries, and cheese curds. The burger was alright, the fries were dry and could definitely use some seasoning, and the cheese curds were chewy with an odd texture. Maybe burgers and shakes are where they shine. Not terrible, just not really our style. Cute idea, mediocre date. ‍

This place is a must stop for lunch, snack, or weekend party. We ordered two sandwich's to go…read more Chicken salad was homemade and so good. Maybe better than mine. Loaded with lots of chicken!!!! 10 plus stars. Chicken bacon ranch. Was equally delicious. Got some cheese and frozen soup. There had to have been a dozen kinds of soup. We tried two. They come frozen so fresh and heat for dinner. Will update once we eat that. Can't wait to come back and get fresh meat and maybe some frozen dinners.

Awesome owners with even better homemade food!! Can't beat it! Do yourself a favor and check it…read moreout!!! You won't be disappointed.

Visiting family again and we always seem to be at the Pour House a couple times during our visits…read more This time came for breakfast. They really have a great breakfast menu. I highly recommend a breakfast try if you're in town. Always very friendly... the prices are friendly too! *they have a room towards the back that can accommodate a larger party. We've been back there in the larger room several times

Easter Bunny Buffet. Excellent service and great food. And the everyday menu is for repeat…read morecustomers cause we keep coming back.