The Hickory Shack

The Hickory Shack – A Smoked Meat Lover’s Paradise We recently had the pleasure of visiting The Hickory Shack, thanks to a Wikideals voucher we received as a gift, and what an unforgettable experience it was! The star of the meal was undoubtedly the smoked meat platter, featuring beef brisket, Texas links, ribs, and winglets—each bite bursting with rich, smoky flavor and expertly cooked to perfection. The addition of side salad and chips made for a generous portion, almost impossible to finish between two people. Safe to say, arriving hungry is a must! To top it all off, the complimentary craft beers were served ice-cold, making for the perfect pairing with the hearty meats. For anyone who appreciates authentic smoked barbecue, The Hickory Shack is a must-visit. From the quality of the meats to the relaxed atmosphere, this spot delivers an exceptional dining experience. Highly recommended!

Had an excellent Sunday lunch with my lady We tried the following Tasting platter for 2 Texas twinkies Pulled pork tacos Scottish ale German weiss Everything was just amazing. My favourite was the ribs and the brisket. Their beers are also great. If you like the roasty flavor of dark beer then you'll love the Scottish ale. The German weiss was fruity and light. The atmosphere is awesome, feels very cozy and seating is well spaced so you don't feel like people are on top of you when full. Service with a smile and waiter was new but sorted us out with everything and even some vouchers at the end. A must visit I recommend

Take-away burgers. The worst i have had in a very long time. Bun so wet it was like drenched toilet paper? Tasteless burger patty....& i mean tasteless? How do you even manage that guys? Terrible chips as in gross! Both of us were starving. Neither of us were prepared to eat this stuff. Come on guys this was disgusting. Both ex-army (we eat anything!), neither expected a gourmet meal but this was on another level of BAD!

Best food in Simon’s town. Best beer in Simon’s town. Best vibe in Simon’s town. If you in Simon’s town for any of the above. Head here 😂

My husband and I found ourselves in Simon's Town for his birthday and spotted this amazing looking and ever better smelling restaurant while taking a walk. We decided to try them for lunch and we were blown away! The restaurant is clean, staff is great and the food is delicious...oh yes! And the craft beer is great and brewed on-site (which my hubby had a great time watching)

Definitely the best smokehouse in SA. Having moved here from America, I have been seeking a good smokehouse, and I’m glad to have found this. The ribs were excellent, the brisket was decent, and the pulled pork was pretty good. Having said that, I would recommend the pulled pork tacos especially as a starter, but definitely go with the ribs for a main. The only complaint I had was that the slaw needed acidity. Combination of the barbecue and hot sauce makes an excellent addition to any of the meats (use the chipotle mayo for the chicken). The Chiquita beer makes an excellent pairing with all of the food.

Prompt service, but hits and misses with the food. Got the platter for two, the star of which was the texas links — juicy and fragrant. The chicken wings were a tad dry and overcooked, as were parts of the ribs (although the bits with the soft bone were delish). Brisket was one of the tastier items on the platter, but obviously can’t be compared with the best one can find in the States. Overall a pleasant meal that came fast (in time for a quick lunch before our boat ride), but nothing special taste-wise.

Highly recommend the Texas twinkies if you like a burn. The hot bastard sauce is amazing too! I always feel welcome at my local, Hickory. They have great music events and an awesome atmosphere. The people working there really do make it special.