Smoky Rock BBQ

The absolute best BBQ in all of New York. The brisket is to die for. 10,000/10 on service, food, and ambiance. Worth the travel north from the city. Baklava cheesecake was unbelievable. Highly recommend the brisket, Mac and cheese, ribs, and wings. Oh and GO NAVY!

Wow. Didn't expect anything before coming and left with the top experience. Ribs are delicious and i got extra two bottles of their BBQ sauce as souvenirs. Highly recommend. The outdoors seating is great with the fountain that adds to the atmosphere

After hanging out in Rhinebeck we just couldn't decide what to eat from all of the amazing restaurants they have. I stumbled upon smoky rock while strolling down the main street and I'm so glad I did. The meat platter was so fresh. We got BBQ ribs , pullled pork, and mashed potatoes and they were 🤌🤌🤌🤌🤌🤌 I'd drive back to Rhinebeck just to have this phenomenal meal again!

Fantastic food and service. Absolutely loved the blue cheese coleslaw! Hardest part of visiting was getting over the sticker shock. Very expensive! I would say go on a date and not with the whole family unless it's a very special occasion. Wish I could afford to visit more!

Ended up here with five friends for dinner last weekend and I loved my food. I had the half rack of St. Louis Drive rub ribs, cornbread, and macaroni and cheese and a side of blue cheese coleslaw. I was able to take half of my cornbread home because it was a big portion, but I ate everything else! Others at the table got turkey burger, the wings, brisket and only my friend that had the baby back ribs said that they could’ve been more tender. But everyone else enjoyed everything they had, including the desserts!

Stumbled in here for my boyfriend’s birthday and we were blown away! Great food and experience. The pork belly was to die for. Will be back soon! Shoutout to Cristiana for the hospitality!

Came here after half marathon we attended in the area . The the burger and seasoned fries was exactly what I needed After a 13.1 mile run. My co worker had amazing dishes as well

Wow this place was worth the 90 minute drive from Jersey. A family owned gem with some of the tastiest food. My kisses to the chef!

I rate it five out of five Yummy's. Best smoked wings I've ever had. House made blue cheese dressing. *Friendly staff! *smoked duck! *smoked pastrami! *clean! *cute decor

Had the 4 meats and sides with pork belly, pastrami, brisket, cornbread, st. Louis ribs, Mac and cheese, and chitpotle coleslaw, chicken wings, and eggplant. All were delicious and homemade. Highly recommended the place. Service was quick and friendly. The waitress came around multiple times to make sure we were fine. Bathroom is clean and the front counter has huge desserts to choose from key lime pie to cakes.

AMAZING food. So flavorful and tender, I couldn't stop eating. Some of what we ordered included the pulled pork sandwich, pulled chicken sandwich, ribs, corn bread, coleslaw, salad, and fries. The cornbread is delicious. The staff is kind and welcoming. I loved the spiked apple cider. We got the peanut butter brownie bar which was insanely decadent and good. Anyone who likes bbq has to come to this place.

Smoky rock barbecue is undoubtedly one of the best in New York. I highly recommend trying their smoked wings, brisket, and cornbread; they truly stood out. The sauces are fantastic, and the service is impeccable. The ambiance is great, especially during the holidays. We started with a beautiful soup, got an extra chicken wing with our order, and we're givin cookies with our coffees. Overall, it was an incredible experience. I would give it a perfect 10/10!

Voted the best BBQ in the Hudson Valley and I completely agree! Amazing staff and service. Reservations are highly recommended, but they do take walk-ins. My husband and I are spending the weekend in Rhinebeck and the inn we are staying at recommended Smokey Rock BBQ. We were walk-ins and they said it would be a 10 minute wait. They let us sit at the bar and we each ordered a drink. I ordered the new fall drink, a pumpkin martini and my husband ordered his skinny margarita. My pumpkin martini was incredible. Well balanced flavors that were not too sweet. We were seated inside and our waitress brought us water. They have some great food options that are all made in house. Even their sauces are made on property. My husband ordered their chicken wings and a side of fries. I ordered their BBQ burger, no bun with a side of coleslaw. They also offered us each a complementary order of split pea soup that my husband said was some of the best he has ever had. (I'm not a fan) my burger and coleslaw were very good. Smoked well and not over powered. The wings were huge. My husband ordered a dozen and couldn't eat them all. The restaurant is Americana themed with images of West Point and traditional Americana decor. We will definitely be back in the future.

We wanted some BBQ. It was a little rainy that day and we came across this place. It was not busy at all so it was nice. The waitress was super nice and friendly, and attentive. I got the BBQ sampler which came with pulled pork, pulled chicken, brisket, hot & sweet sausage, and 2 smoked ribs, and also came with flat bread. It was a nice way of getting to taste a little bit of everything. My husband got a beer flight and the pulled pork sandwich and a side of mac and cheese. All in all, a wonderful experience and some of the best bbq we've had. 10/10 would recommend.

This place is cute. The service is pretty good. The food overall is a 3.5 out of 5. The cornbread is GOOD! The soups are pretty good. The brisket is so so. The pulled pork was good. The sauces are not saucing. The beer and cider selection for local options is pretty good!

The service was decent. They have some pretty good meats and sides here. All their desserts looked delicious too. Def a lil pricey but it's bbq in upstate NY so what can ya expect

The desserts are my favorite part here (though the BBQ is impressive by itself). The baklava cheesecake and chocolate chip brownie bar (or "brookie" equivalent) are both amazing. Ribs are great. Beer selection is awesome. And they were open on Christmas, so you can imagine the service is incredible.

St Louis ribs- A. Outstanding flavor and fall off the bone. Only downside was the slight tang, probably from a drizzle of lemon juice (so Greek). Brisket sandwich- A- . Tasty brisket but the sandwich bread was too mushy. BBQ sauces - B. Just basic and spicy basic. They need some extra flavoring or a bigger selection. Bleu cheese coleslaw- A. Ingenious and tasty. Cornbread- A+. Best we have ever had. Tasted like toasted ravani. French fries - A. Perfectly cooked. Complimentary soups- Beef Gumbo- A. Tasty. Split pea- B. Good but pea taste not really there and it had no traditional ham in it. Ambiance- A+. Inside and out were very nice. The outdoor pods looked like fun too. Parking- A. Plenty of it. Service- A. Our waitress was quite pleasant. Prices- B. You get a lot of food but you pay a lot too. Expect to request a doggie bag. Full rack of St Louis ribs with two sides- $50 plus tax and tip. Overall, we highly recommend the place.

Prices are on the high side, but the portions are huge. I got a full rack of baby back ribs with 2 sides for $48. It was 3 giant pieces of corn bread and a big cup of beans plus a rack that was so big it barely fit on the table. They only serve Pepsi products, so if you are a Coke drinker you'll need an alternate. The staff was attentive and friendly. The only reason my review is in the middle is I didn't really care for the sauce on the meat. I found it a bit too much of a vinegar and sugar profile for my taste. I don't mean that it was bad, just not something I'd be excited to have again. Paired with the high prices, it was a middle of the road meal for me. Others may like the sauce, so I encourage you to give it your own try. They also have a huge dessert menu, but I was quite stuffed from the ribs to try some.

I went with my family for a late birthday celebration, and was delicious! Our server was so sweet and attentive, the food was incredible and delicious, the brisket was tender and the end cuts were so smoky and tender. The cornbread was warm, a little sweet and delicious, and the seasoned fries were very good as well! I got the seasonal Caramel Apple Spritzer and it was very good, and on the way out, I got a piece of the house made coconut cream pie after choosing it from their extensive list of house made desserts. I'd give Smoky Rock BBQ 10 stars if I could, the ambiance is cozy and welcoming, it's a family run business that makes you feel part of the family by dining here. I will definitely be back!!

My wife and I stopped into Smoky Rock BBQ last night and had an incredibly enjoyable meal. We ordered the Greek salad and their BBQ sampler that was absolutely delicious. Moist and flavorful pieces of brisket, sausage, pulled pork and chicken as well as their delicious dry rubbed ribs, all accompanied with their delicious spicy bbq sauce. Ana our server as well as the creator of their incredible cakes, pies and desserts was a joy to converse with as well as her Mom. Unfortunately we didn't have room for the desserts but Mom left us with a sample of their baklava and raspberry chocolate cake which were absolutely delicious as well. Thank you for a wonderful evening, looking forward to next time and if you're in Rhinebeck or the vicinity we cannot recommend Smoky Rock BBQ highly enough!

Service was top notch! Pulled pork and cornbread and macaroni and cheese a tastebud explosion! I can't wait to go back!

Came out on a Friday afternoon to celebrate a friend's award. We started out with drinks and I can tell you the Moonshine Blueberry Lemonade is delicious and refreshing. Next we decided to order the chicken wings and the BBQ platter to go with our salads. I know, I know...why are we all ordering salads at a BBQ place. My excuse is that I just got back from pigging out in Italy and now I got to be a good girl and eat some vegetables. But we all also wanted to try some bbq so it was a good compromise. I wish I remembered to take a picture of the platter but I'll say it was enough for the four of us to try everything. My favorite was the brisket and the hot sausage. It also came with sweet sausage, pulled pork and pulled chicken with a grilled pita. Oh and also a couple of ribs. They were good too. The salad was great. Full of pepperoncini peppers, olives and big chunks of feta. I wish I could tell you about dessert but we were all too full to eat. HOWEVER, the desserts looked AMAZING. I wish I could've tasted some. I like that you can check out all the desserts before ordering. I will have to make a mental note of that for next time. Because there will be a next time! Our service was great. Our waitress was attentive and very nice. We sat outside in a cabana which felt like vacation to me. I loved it!!!

This is my second review. My first review was in 2022. Lindsay was our waitress and she was fantastic. We sat outside and the ambience, food and service was just as wonderful as it was the last time I was here. A must stop if you're in town.

Our experience started with an amazing welcome from our waitress who directed us to a beautiful outdoor garden to dine. The menu had so many choices it was hard to decide what to get. But I settled on the Pastrami sandwich. It was as good as my favorite NY Deli pastrami. My friend got a grass fed locally sourced burger that was cooked to perfection. We washed it down with the local Pumpkin beer and sat back for a moment enjoying our knitting in the garden and listen to the fountain splash and contemplated dessert after we found out there was an in-house bakery. The food was so amazing and the service so friendly we ended up going back 3 days in a row. It is a must stop whenever your anywhere near Rhinebeck.

Smoky Rock Barbeque is the perfect spot to get your grub on! First of all, they start you off with some free soup (this is depending on the time but when I went that's what they did). Then we ordered a main dish with sides. I got the Mac and cheese and mashed potatoes as sides and they were so good. It also came with pita bread which was a nice surprise. The service was excellent and the restaurant itself was super cozy. I believe they also have a pretty popular take-out service if you don't feel like eating in! Definitely a good find for us and a great place to eat in Rhinebeck. I highly recommend checking it out!

Beautiful outdoor seating with lots of privacy from street and shade. Amazing desserts. Huge portions. Prices very high so just be prepared for that.

Excellent family run BBQ place that is always welcoming. I have eaten here and had takeout on numerous occasions including with large groups and it has always been great. We generally go for a sampler to have a variety of meats and sides and have always enjoyed the ribs and smoked wings. They have a full bar as well so makes for a good dine-in spot if in the area.

The brisket was juicy and the ribs were tender and I love the collard greens. We enjoyed the smoked wings as well. Looking forward to going back and trying the pork belly, duck and pastrami.

After walking down the Main Street through Rhineback and being underwhelmed by the menu options at neighboring restaurants, my party of three stumbled upon this barbeque joint. We were starving when we walked in, however there was a big sign that said that we needed a reservation (of which we did not have). We asked if they would be able to squeeze us in and luckily they were able to seat us before the dinner rush had arrived. The restaurant was extremely clean and the tables were separated giving my table a very private feel. We ordered a fried pickle appetizer for the table. When it came out they were shaped liked French fries which was perfect for dipping! They were so flavorful and the portion size was perfect for the three of us. For my meal I ordered the pulled chicken platter with a side of French fries and beans. I was pleasantly surprised when our waitress asked "What complimentary soup would you like with your meal?" The food arrived fast and everything I ate was incredible. Another pleasant surprise was that my meal came with pita bread that was grilled to perfection. Everything was seasoned just right and the portions were massive. I couldn't finish it all in one seating and took some of it to go. It was just as good the second day I had it! I wish I could give them more than 5 stars but alas I cannot so a well-deserved 5 stars for what I seriously think is the best barbeque place I've ever been to.

Everything about this place is wonderful. The food is excellent, the service is second to none. Many choices on the menu. Felt very comfortable eating inside as well.

Delicious BBQ in Rhinebeck! We had an early dinner here with a friend and the BBQ platter was perfect for sharing! Drinks were also very good and service was on point. Their dessert case liked so tempting but we were too full to try any. I'd recommend this spot for anyone visiting the area. Added bonus for Tesla drivers: they have chargers in their parking lot!

That's excellent barbecue, fast service, and a lovely outdoor ambience. We stopped here on a lark, and we're not disappointed.

The food was plentiful, the decor was nice. Service was good. Lots of leftovers. I would go back again.

Visited this place for lunch today with my two kids and dog. Warm welcoming experience with a lovely outdoor atmosphere. Inside was very nice as well. I had a half rack of ribs with sauce, and felt it was the best I've had in a while. Fall off the bone, tasty sauce. I like having the option to get a fresh salad as a side to offset the heavy bbq. I went with the Greek salad and it was great. Not too many people there because of the day/time, but they could use another bathroom as there's only one. But that's nitpicking. I def recommend enjoying this great spot!

We stopped by randomly for dinner. It was about 30mins wait and we dine outdoor. There's one huge bathroom inside fhe restaurant, very clean. Our favorite dishes are beef ribs and the st. Louis pork ribs. Crispy outside, juicy soft inside the meat fall off the bones without losing texture of thr meat. Great seasoning salty/sour/sweet flavor. Will definitely come back for more just for them!!! Pork belly was kinda dry (not enough fat) two out of the three pieces are good. It comes with thin crust soft pita bread. Wings are great too, could be more juicy. Great price for such quality of food. Nice outdoor settings and good services, but we had to worry about flies and mosquitoes.

My wife & I are staying at a Bed & Breakfast and smell BBQ?! Smoky Rock BarbeQue now has dinner guests. This place is huge! We walked from front to back which seemed like forever. A cheerful young woman greeted us and showed us to our table. We pretty much have the place to ourselves. We ordered cocktails and our favorite, a dinosaur rib that could easily feed the both of us. The entree comes with sides, baked beans and cole slaw are must haves. The sizzling Smokey rib comes to our table. Deelish! We start working on this rib, nom nom nom. It was a little fatty IMHO but flavorful and cooked perfectly. Very nice place for lunch or dinner, Smoky Rock BarbeQue should be a meal destination when you're in town.

One of my friends told me about Smokey about a year back and how great it is, which he's right. It was a first for me. Coming here felt like I should of been here in the past. Coming in, we had the option of sitting inside or outside. Since it was nice, we chose to sit outside. It was great an all until flies started to fly around so we moved inside instead. That was a bit of a turnoff for us leaving me with a 4 star. Now on to the appetizers. The chicken wings for the starters was great. It definitely had a wonderful taste compared to others I've had in the past. Have it with the bbq sauce and you're in for a treat. I got the Cowboy Burger medium as the main meal with fries tasting good. The brisket in it definitely had more flavor than the patty, leaving the juiciness out of it. It was a meal, making it quite filling and I'm hoping next time to get desert. Service was great, along with following COVID guidelines. If anyone hasn't been here, check it out.

Food 10/10 (pulled pork mac and cheese with cornbread) Cocktail 10/10 (mai Thai) Service 10/10 her name was Ana she was very sweet and helpful

The service was WONDERFUL!! As well as the drinks! The food unfortunately wasn't good everything tasted burnt. And expensive for 2! We won't be back

Great food and great service...this place is a treat. I had the half chicken and the brisket, and I'd come back for more.

Although Smoky Rock gets many positive reviews, my only visit there was disappointing. Their pulled pork sandwich tasted strange, unlike the North Carolina barbecue I loved during my years in the South. The sauce had neither a vinegary base nor a sweeter red sauce with brown sugar tastes. Probably won't try it again.

Excellent food, excellent service, ribs are really good, as is the chicken. And GET A DESSERT! We had the whipped peanut butter pie and the cheesecake carrot cake and the brownie chocolate chip and it was all great - all baked here!!

I had the pulled pork sandwich and my partner had the half chicken combination plate. Both were delicious. On top of that they actually gave us free soup which was also delicious. Very friendly staff very good food. Recommend highly.

The best BBQ i have every had in NY ! Not Joking. Enough food to fill anyone, no detail goes without thought .

This was our first time here , we were on the way home , hungry... and i smelled BBQ:) We decided to stop and weren't sorry. The only one complaint is that when they warmed up the beef rib ( i guess on an open flame grill ) it got too charred and i am a fun of that bitterness. It's a little pricey, but the flavors are there and our waitress was so nice and helpful . Harvest apple drink is the must for the fall. We would recommend this place !

Best BBQ in Rhinebeck. Also their is a hidden bakery business at the restaurant. Love it

Impressive and inviting interior with a welcoming staff. The free cup of gumbo was a nice touch. Also, nice drink options (several excellent bourbon and beer choices). Unfortunately, this "NY-style" BBQ is lacking. For $70 you can sample two meats. I tried the St. Louis ribs and the brisket. The dry rub on the ribs was excessively salty and lemony (yes, a lot of lemon). The meat was also overcooked and the smallest rib on the rack was a hard piece of inedible, burnt meat. The brisket was poorly trimmed. It contained huge pockets of unrendered fat cap. The slices were also haphazardly carved. One wonders why the staff doesn't (at minimum) watch a youtube tutorial on how to properly carve a brisket, keeping in mind the two muscles of the flat and the point. At least the beef was generally moist. But it did not hold up to the "pull test" used by pitmasters. The subtle smoke flavor was acceptable, though I was left wondering what type of cookers they use. I didn't see any wood on the premises. (?) I also think it's best to offer guests the option of "lean" or "marbly" brisket, which is common in other BBQ traditions. I give them thumb's up for their mild, scratch-made BBQ sauce, which was just the right amount of sweet. Also, their tangy slaw was fresh and delicious. But a BBQ restaurant can't survive on slaw alone. Most BBQ in the Northeast is fair at best, lacking the careful study needed to cook and present this cuisine at its finest. Sadly, Smoky Rock is no exception. An excellent place to have a drink with friends though. (I bet they make a satisfying burger too.) I wish them the best of luck.

What intrigued me first about Smoky Rock was their courtyard tables in bubble enclosures. The outdoor seating is great on a warm, sunny day. Their menu is extensive and clearly focused on what they're good at- fried and barbecued food. We started off with Cheese Fritters, which were crispy on the outside but soft and melts on the inside. The dipping sauce for the Cheese Fritters was slightly sour, which helped offset the greasiness of the fried cheese. For my main, I ordered the Pork Belly Burger with a side of Mac & Cheese. The Mac & Cheese was creamy and not too salty. However, the burger was a little overwhelming. The pork belly was too salty and slightly overdone (as shown). The sauce did not pair well with the pork, in my opinion, and the vegetables did little to ease the fat. Perhaps we ordered too many high fat items, but I felt a little nauseous and barely made a dent in my entree. It was also pretty expensive considering the small portions, had I been hungrier. Their dessert selection was also extensive and everything looked great. However, we were much too full from our meals to order anything. Overall, Smoky Rock is fun to experience, especially if you're craving some fried foods, but we didn't feel great after our meal and I wouldn't necessarily go back.

I love a restaurant that takes something every restaurant serves (I.e. sweet potato fries) and just kicks it up a notch and gives it a "wow" factor! My husband and I had lunch here and we were blown away by this incredible dipping sauce that came with my sweet potato fries! It was a maple glaze of some sort. Made the fries taste like I was eating French toast. So yummy! I had the brisket, which was incredible! Hubby had the piggy Mac n cheese and it said it was great. Lots left over for lunch tomorrow!

Five stars all day everyday! Hands down the best BBQ! Meat plates are delicious with great side options. I highly recommend the brisket, sweet potato fries, and coleslaw. The portions are huge and the service has been great. Leave room for dessert as the options are unbelievable and all homemade. Most recently we sat outside in a heated bubble and really enjoyed ourselves. I could not recommend Smoky Rock enough!!

Smoked wings & the sauce were amazing! The wings were huge & very meaty & the the sauce was a perfect combo of Smokey with a nice kick at the end. Great service! I can't wait to return

Found myself in the adorable town of Rhinebeck where I was taking a vantage of my first round of COVID-19 vaccination. Another yelp or for my community, Ernie, had reviewed this little place in the past. Decision made.Plenty of parking around back. Well-marked entrance ( back). ATMOSPHERE: The darker interior strikes a contrast to the absolutely pristine sunshine outside. I opted for dining in one of the 6 "bubbles" clustered in the front garden. BUBBLE LIFE: I Love the sense of security and imagine this a pleasant spot for a small ( single-household) group. COMFORT: the chairs ore down right uncomfortable, leaning backward on wicker is nor my ideal for dining, The picnic tables seat 4-6 or 2 for social distancing. No problem here-I'm solo today. They made up for it with the cleanliness of the cutlery . No spots. Good to go. SERVICE:Nice greeting and excellent follow up from management who was making recommendations due to my allergies POINTS FOR THAT! DRINKS: i'm not drinking but the house has lots of top shelf options and specializes in signature drinks like bourbon ice tea, whiskey smash, South Beach, Texas grapefruit martini etc. my drink of choice- H2O cocktail with lemon and lime wedges. THE "Q" FOOD: I am smelling the smoker as I enjoy the relaxing vibe. WOW it's here already. ( 3-meat family meal). I can't have anything but the pulled pork which is flavorful and juicy and the Mac and cheese who's is creamy, but not my cup of tea.TOP PICK: sweet potato fries-sugar-coated crunchy slabs of goodness. ( more like a dessert, especially if you plunge them into the maple dipping sauce served on the side. ) FAIL: flat-bread wedges seem miscast and.don't hold up to the Slabs of meat. Burnt End BrisketPulled PorkBaby Back Ribs Due to my allergies, I could not taste most of the meal but I could tell that it looks flavorful I'll be a bit dry.

We had an awesome dinner. Parking in the back (with electric vehicle charging) and lots of outdoor seating, not that we sat outside because its windy and March. We ordered the Loaded Chips as an appetizer (homemade chips, pulled pork, and cheese sauce) and drinks. The drinks were good, and the beer flights were four good sized beers for $12! The appetizer was enormous - there were four of us with healthy appetites, and we took part of it home! We ordered the 4 Choice Combo - four meats and four sides. We got the wet ribs, pulled chicken, sweet sausage and brisket. Sides were mashed potatoes, Mac & cheese, cornbread and baked beans. They brought out complimentary soup, which was split pea or gumbo - totally unnecessary (once we realized how much food we were gonna get, the soup was deemed TOO MUCH) but really smokey and good, both! The ribs were ok, I think next time (and there will be a next time!) we'll get the dry ribs and add our own sauce. The sausage was fine, what you expect from grilled sausage. The brisket was BOMB - perfectly tender and flavorful. My favorite meat was definitely the pulled chicken - tender and saucy, smokey and salty. It made great leftovers too, and I desperately want to make soup with it. The mashed potatoes and Mac and cheese were good, although I felt like they tasted like garlic powder to me. I prefer my baked beans a little softer, but you can tell they start with dried beans, and I appreciate that! The cornbread came in 3 thick slices, and we had it toasted (per our awesome waitress' recommendation) - it was NOT cakey, but it was just too much for me to eat! Finally - THEY MAKE (many of) THEIR DESSERTS!! For that reason alone, we ordered, despite how grossly full we all were. We got a piece of chocolate cream pie (holy rich!! Should come with a glass of milk!) and a piece of lemon meringue (perfect!). We also got a lava cake sundae (not made in house, HUGE, sharable) and the baklava - I didn't try it, but it looked good. The presentation and plating was a nice touch. The staff was wonderful! I'm looking forward to going back and sitting outside in the warmer months! Definitely worth checking out.

I have dined at Smoky Rock bbq a few years ago and remember enjoying the experience. My wife and I returned just this past week and had a much less enjoyable meal. My wife ordered the brisket sandwich and I ordered the pastrami sandwich. We also had the corn fritters as an appetizer. The fritters were delicious and served on a board with roasted red pepper chipotle sauce. The sandwiches were disappointing as the rolls they were served on seemed like they came from Walmart's grocery. My wife's brisket was so fatty that she had to trim off half the meat. My pastrami was tough and difficult to chew. I drank just seltzer and when I asked the waitress for a refill, she informed me that they do not do free refills. Seltzer? Really? It's just water with bubbles! With the appetizer and the sandwiches, the bill came to over $80. I think for that price, the brisket should be trimmed and the pastrami should be tender, the rolls should not be doughy, and refills of seltzer should be complimentary. If you're in the area, perhaps try J&J Smoke house and bbq in Catskill. It's worth the drive and much better quality at reasonable prices.

When the server asked me how the ribs were tasting, I was so enthusiastic that I said, "SO %#$&ING GOOD" without thinking then had to apologize for my language. (The server was unfazed). But it is, dear reader, it is THAT GOOD. I've never had such amazing ribs. I had the St Louis style ribs, half rack, dry. The meat quite literally literally fell off the bone, then melted in my mouth. Unbelievably dreamily delicious. The cornbread is also great and comes in a large serving - get it toasted for an extra dollop of joy. And the creamy coleslaw is the perfect side for lightening up the palate from the meaty goodness. A great selection of beer on tap makes everything perfect (I had an Ommegang wheat ale but there were around 8 or 10 to choose from). Oh before I forget, the server was sweet, friendly, and helpful, and I sat outside in the sunshine with a burbling fountain contributing to a peaceful and delightful autumn day. I've never been to Rhinebeck before (I live in Brooklyn) but I might come back with friends solely for this place.

Excellent tasty food and decent portions. Lots of choices. Good beer list, too. First time for us 4. Will return again.