Review: Holy Smoke BBQ and Smoke Pit

[BaldyAuldy]

I wonder if you can order cornbread by the pan

[Rjcsjc62]

I thought it was very good. I would rather go here than Big T's.

The variety of sauces will keep me coming back just to try them all. I had the missouri sauce and I thought it was terrific.

When I do go back it wont be at noon, it was very crowded, so I came back around 12:45 and there was lots of room, and no line. If you are not governed by a 12-1 lunch break I would go before/after the rush.

[Pinner]

Originally Posted by BaldyAuldy

I wonder if you can order cornbread by the pan

Really easy to make, takes 1/2 hr. and it's done.

[CMPunk]

Originally Posted by Pinner

Really easy to make, takes 1/2 hr. and it's done.

But does it taste like Holy Smokes?

[SeeBass]

Out of the words of Chappelle "mmm ribs...zzzzz"

[ChuckieNZ]

Originally Posted by Shazam

Damn it, you people have made this place too popular.

This.

I've been frequenting since opening week (work on the same street), and it has gradually been getting busier as each week passes. Then suddenly "BOOM", CP catches wind and there is a lineup out the door.

I must say they do a good job of keeping people moving. Never have to wait very long for the food.

Oh, and I see most of you all are enjoying the pulled pork, brisket and ribs. But don't neglect to try the chilli con carne. They changed the recipe a few times and it is now one of my favourites on the menu. Very meaty and has a great tang to it. Good with the cornbread for sure - give it a try.

[BaldyAuldy]

Alright, so a new work weeks means a new review.

Went back here today for the second time to give some of the other food a taste. I got there at 11:15 and had no one in the place so I was in and out within a couple of minutes.

I ordered the large brisket, 3 ribs, cornbread and a coke for a total of $15. I still think that is too expensive. For 15 I shouldn't be able to finish my meal because I'd be too full, but that is not the case.

Lets start with the brisket. It comes on a bun with a pickle on the inside. I liked mixining in the pickle, gave it a really good taste. Overall the brisket was very tasty even without any sauces. It was much more juicy then the pulled pork which made my bun completly soggy and falling apart. If I didnt eat this sandwich immediatly, I dont think I could even take a bite out of it because the bun would just be mush. Im not sure why it isnt toasted. Overall though it was greasy and delicious. I paired it with the mama sauce which complimented it well.
I still cant figure out why their BBQ sauces are freezing cold. Maybe its just because I get their pretty early but Im not a fan of cold BBQ sauce. Even the bun was quite cold.
I had 3 ribs. It had good flavour and the rib sauce was pretty tasty but there wasnt much meat on the bones and they werent falling off the bone. Nothing special here (but I guess side ribs are better then fries)

Cornbread...simply amazing. Enough said.

I dont see myself being a regular here. It is tasty but they still have some flaws and pricing to figure out. Overall I still like this place and will visit once a month.

[me_dennis]

I, too, came back today for a second visit. I got there at around 12:20 or so, and there was no line up, with a few people seated inside and out.

I decided to try the beef brisket and cornbread today, as well as some ribs.

Once again, service was prompt and friendly. The beef brisket was, as mentioned above, very tasty.

Anyways, i'll let the picture do the talking.

[Ramsayfarian]

Originally Posted by BaldyAuldy

Alright, so a new work weeks means a new review.

Went back here today for the second time to give some of the other food a taste. I got there at 11:15 and had no one in the place so I was in and out within a couple of minutes.

I ordered the large brisket, 3 ribs, cornbread and a coke for a total of $15. I still think that is too expensive. For 15 I shouldn't be able to finish my meal because I'd be too full, but that is not the case.

Lets start with the brisket. It comes on a bun with a pickle on the inside. I liked mixining in the pickle, gave it a really good taste. Overall the brisket was very tasty even without any sauces. It was much more juicy then the pulled pork which made my bun completly soggy and falling apart. If I didnt eat this sandwich immediatly, I dont think I could even take a bite out of it because the bun would just be mush. Im not sure why it isnt toasted. Overall though it was greasy and delicious. I paired it with the mama sauce which complimented it well.
I still cant figure out why their BBQ sauces are freezing cold. Maybe its just because I get their pretty early but Im not a fan of cold BBQ sauce. Even the bun was quite cold.
I had 3 ribs. It had good flavour and the rib sauce was pretty tasty but there wasnt much meat on the bones and they werent falling off the bone. Nothing special here (but I guess side ribs are better then fries)

Cornbread...simply amazing. Enough said.

I dont see myself being a regular here. It is tasty but they still have some flaws and pricing to figure out. Overall I still like this place and will visit once a month.

I find their prices more than fair. What do you consider a fair price?

[BaldyAuldy]

Originally Posted by Ramsayfarian

I find their prices more than fair. What do you consider a fair price?

I feel like anything over $10 for lunch should get me so full that I can barely walk out of the place and fall asleep around 1:30.
I was able to easily finish my meal. If I spent $15 at Rocky Burger Bus, I'd explode.

[yads]

Anyone know of any other good BBQ joints that are open on the weekends. I work downtown so I can not make the trek out there. I tried Big T's about 3-4 years ago and thought it was just awful so haven't been back since.

[CMPunk]

Originally Posted by yads

Anyone know of any other good BBQ joints that are open on the weekends. I work downtown so I can not make the trek out there. I tried Big T's about 3-4 years ago and thought it was just awful so haven't been back since.

http://www.thepalomino.ca/

[CMPunk]

Originally Posted by BaldyAuldy

I feel like anything over $10 for lunch should get me so full that I can barely walk out of the place and fall asleep around 1:30.
I was able to easily finish my meal. If I spent $15 at Rocky Burger Bus, I'd explode.

Maybe you're just a fat ass and eat alot?

When I went I had the manwich, coleslaw and corn bread and I was full til 7 or 8 that night

[Ramsayfarian]

Originally Posted by CMPunk

Maybe you're just a fat ass and eat alot?

When I went I had the manwich, coleslaw and corn bread and I was full til 7 or 8 that night

I think you may be right. I had a manwich and 2 ribs and was completely stuffed.

[REDVAN]

Went by there today with a buddy- another CP member.

Mentioned this to the girls on the way out, and they know all about this thread.

We both had the pulled pork, couple of ribs, and potato salad. I could BARELY finish, so it was a good size, and it was the first thing I'd eaten all day. Next time I am keen to try the corn bread, beans, and the beef bricket sandwich. And by next time, I mean tomorrow afternoon!

Highly recommend. Will be going there as often as possible, and it's bit of a trek for me. Too bad they aren't open on the weekends, otherwise it'd be a good place to go for a Saturday afternoon snack! Here's hoping they get some TVs and decide to open for Flames games/after the games.

[CMPunk]

Nice! I might see you there tomorrow

We should demand the CP discount

[Shazam]

Originally Posted by BaldyAuldy

Alright, so a new work weeks means a new review.

Went back here today for the second time to give some of the other food a taste. I got there at 11:15 and had no one in the place so I was in and out within a couple of minutes.

I ordered the large brisket, 3 ribs, cornbread and a coke for a total of $15. I still think that is too expensive. For 15 I shouldn't be able to finish my meal because I'd be too full, but that is not the case.

Lets start with the brisket. It comes on a bun with a pickle on the inside. I liked mixining in the pickle, gave it a really good taste. Overall the brisket was very tasty even without any sauces. It was much more juicy then the pulled pork which made my bun completly soggy and falling apart. If I didnt eat this sandwich immediatly, I dont think I could even take a bite out of it because the bun would just be mush. Im not sure why it isnt toasted. Overall though it was greasy and delicious. I paired it with the mama sauce which complimented it well.
I still cant figure out why their BBQ sauces are freezing cold. Maybe its just because I get their pretty early but Im not a fan of cold BBQ sauce. Even the bun was quite cold.
I had 3 ribs. It had good flavour and the rib sauce was pretty tasty but there wasnt much meat on the bones and they werent falling off the bone. Nothing special here (but I guess side ribs are better then fries)

Cornbread...simply amazing. Enough said.

I dont see myself being a regular here. It is tasty but they still have some flaws and pricing to figure out. Overall I still like this place and will visit once a month.

You have a huge appetite. I ordered the small brisket, four ribs and a cornbread on Friday and that was too much food for me.

Sauces are cold because you got there early, and because AHS decrees so.

[Locke]

I have a late lunch this afternoon so I might swing by for around 1.

[Pinner]

Ask them to nuke the sauce and warm it up, I agree, sauce should not be cold and the heat would bring more flavor out.

[Locke]

Dammit. I need a nap after every time I go there. Work this afternoon just got shot to hell. And work this morning got 'Cracked.' Not an overly productive day.