Stopped in after driving around for about an hour and got shut out of our list of manhattan places. When you walk into the place, it looks like that they do mostly take out. However there are ample seats and you place your order... (0 replies, last updated by slopeguy February 10, 2008)

Very dissaponted with some dry pork ribs I had recently. What’s the matter, the Cookshack acting a little tempermental? Should have gone with the Altosham. Not as sexy, I know, but a hell of a reliable, albeit expensive... (0 replies, last updated by paulinalake June 13, 2007)

this is only from one visit.) Big Bob Gibson’s in Decatur is my gold standard for ribs, and needless to say they are much better than The Smoke Joint's. However, I feel like they’re putting out a quality product, are... (5 replies, last updated by Happygirl January 22, 2007)

I’d have to agree. After reading all the great reviews, I was a bit disappointed when I tried Smoked Joint myself. The barbecue was fine (I tried the brisket, ribs, pulled pork, and the smoked wings) — while the... (6 replies, last updated by joypirate July 27, 2005)

was 3 pounds of pulled pork and 2 racks of ribs for about $40. And they vacuum pack it all for her! I had given up on getting any kind of good BBQ around here, but I still might give The Smoked Joint a try based on some positive... (12 replies, last updated by Sean March 6, 2005)

went to the smoke joint today in fort greene. what an astounding disappointment. walked in, asked the server guy what he recommended. he said “pulled pork sandwich.” ordered that. it was ready in like 2 minutes. got... (43 replies, last updated by Peter Cherches July 6, 2009)

I’m heading to Smoke Joint this weekend. I’ve read mostly negative reviews here, but I’m not picking the place, just going along, but also somewhat hopeful that there may be some positives. Anything I should go... (3 replies, last updated by MB fka MB January 31, 2009)

Hello, I’ll be going to see 12th Night on Saturday night, at BAM. After perusing the boards for recommendations, I’ve narrowed it down to 2 choices: The Smoke Joint or Pequena. Here are my questions: Does the Smoke... (7 replies, last updated by Dalglish July 18, 2007)

gets what BBQ is about - SMOKE and large, fresh portions. It’s always such a nice shock to taste actual smoked meat in a BBQ joint in this city as it so rarely is considered more important then dumping large quantities of... (16 replies, last updated by Woodside Al April 6, 2007)

After enjoying a number of wonderful meals from the Smoke joint over the past 2 months or so, I’m starting to wonder whether all the “tinkering” they’re said to be doing is making things worse. Their short... (11 replies, last updated by jinx March 11, 2007)

My husband and I just had dinner at the Smoke Joint, a new BBQ restaurant in Ft.Greene, where the Cambodian restaurant used to be. They just opened tonight. While they have some service issues to work out, the food was great! We... (17 replies, last updated by faprilano November 22, 2006)

We had our second visit to Smoked Joint, and have to agree with everything LeBan said about it. We finally found BBQ heaven in Philly. The wings app are still the best in the city (IMHO) — huge, spicy and flavorful (not... (3 replies, last updated by Hojo April 20, 2005)

has anyone tried The Smoked Joint yet? New BBQ on Locust... (5 replies, last updated by Mirian Smmith February 2, 2005)

Last night at 8, Joypirate and I began what can only be described as a delicious journey through meat. We went to the smoked joint and shared two delicious dishes: Pulled Pork Pickled Pizza - $12. It’s a surprising... (7 replies, last updated by Susan H April 5, 2005)

If it is, can someone please suggest a comfort food place (bbq or not) around BAM? I’m going to the movie tonight and really need something like Smoke Joint. thank you, kc (2 replies, last updated by Get In My Belly June 29, 2007)