Southern Smoke BBQ Pit

Barbecue restaurant

Located on 18th Avenue in Rockford, Southern Smoke BBQ Pit serves up authentic barbecue with a personal touch. This Black and women-owned spot is perfect for a hearty lunch or a laid-back dinner, offering comfort food favorites like rib tips and fried green tomatoes. The casual atmosphere welcomes families and includes accessible features for everyone. With a solid rating of 4.1 stars, many diners rave about the delicious BBQ and thoughtful service, though there have been mixed reviews on portion sizes. Enjoy the affordability and consider their tasty desserts, like the complimentary cake handed out with takeout orders!

Contact Info

  • Location: 1624 18th Ave, Rockford, IL 61104
  • Phone: (779) 269-8431
  • Price range: $$
Southern Smoke BBQ Pit

Opening hours

  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: Closed
  • Wednesday: Closed
  • Thursday: 1-9 pm
  • Friday: 1-11 pm
  • Saturday: 1-11 pm
  • Sunday: 1-8 pm

Services

  • Identifies as Black-owned
  • Identifies as women-owned
  • Kerbside pickup
  • Takeaway
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining
  • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Comfort food
  • Quick bite
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Catering
  • Counter service
  • Dessert
  • Casual
  • Family friendly
  • Tourists
  • Transgender safe space
  • Accepts reservations
  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments
  • Credit cards
  • Free of charge street parking
  • Free parking lot
Southern Smoke BBQ Pit Food & drink
Southern Smoke BBQ Pit French fries
Southern Smoke BBQ Pit Street View

Menus and Prices

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Reviews

Don Price

September 26, 2024

Southern Smoke BBQ Pit is a hidden gem in Rockford! The casual atmosphere is perfect for a family outing or a quick lunch. I enjoyed the rib tip and link combo, which was perfectly smoky, though the rib tips could've been a bit meatier. The fries were wonderfully crispy, and they serve up two slices of bread alongside your meal.

Their coleslaw is a must-try - definitely one of the best around! Not to mention, they surprised me with a complimentary slice of cake and a handwritten note, which made my day! 🎉

I’ll definitely be back to support this black-owned, women-owned business! 😊


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