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Smokey's BBQ Joo Chiat
73 Joo Chiat Pl, Singapore 427790
Smokey's BBQ Joo Chiat serves Western-style barbecue in the Geylang neighbourhood at 73 Joo Chiat Place. The mid-range spot has drawn consistent feedback from diners, with a 4.1 rating across over 800 reviews.
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STAMPEDE Score
Moderate confidenceScore: 45 / 100
Based on 5 data points · Updated 1 month ago
Editor’s Note
Last updated 21 Jul 2026
Our take: Smokey's BBQ in Joo Chiat presents a mixed bag, with some dishes hitting the mark while others fall short.
We note consistent feedback regarding the dryness of their smoked brisket and ribs, which several diners found tough and lacking the expected tenderness.
The $24 beef brisket platter, for instance, is described as dry despite good portion size and flavorful sides like sweet potato fries.
Similarly, the baby back ribs, while praised for their seasoning and sauces, are often criticised for the meat's texture and being served lukewarm after a long wait.
However, the ribeye steak receives positive mentions for being well-seasoned and marbled, offering a 'burst of flavor'.
The atmosphere is generally considered pleasant, with a 'quiet neighbourhood ambience' and a good selection of beer on tap.
We also observe comments about slow service and the lack of air conditioning, making it warm during lunch.
Overall, it seems the quality can be inconsistent, particularly with their smoked meats.
Verdict: Best for those seeking a well-prepared steak and a good beer selection, but we'd advise caution with the smoked brisket and ribs.
Signature
Ribeye steak
Price
$$ ($15-25/person)
Score: 45 · 5 sources
What customers say
Smokey's BBQ Joo Chiat receives mixed reviews, with a recurring concern about the dryness and toughness of their signature smoked meats like brisket and ribs, despite flavorful sauces and good seasoning.
While some find the ribeye steak to be well-seasoned and delicious, and sides like sweet potato fries and rice are generally praised, service can be slow and food sometimes served lukewarm.
The atmosphere is often described as pleasant, with a quiet neighborhood vibe and a good selection of beer, and it's noted as pet-friendly.
Google Reviews
Oh my ghosh the meat here is so awesome! Good thing I don’t stay near here otherwise I would be eating here almost everyday! 😂 P.S. try their US Prime Beef Brisket, it soooo freaking awesome!
Visited Smokey’s BBQ at Joo Chiat and ordered the beef brisket platter. The portion looked good and the sides were decent, especially the sweet potato fries and fried items, which were crispy and flav…
Got baby back ribs, fish n chips, pulled pork sliders. Fav were the sliders cos the others were heavier. Meat fell off the bone for tibs. Can definitely taste the smokiness. Can get warm cos outdoors…
Pretty chill and nice place to enjoy the company of friends! Glad that it wasn’t too noisy or crowded! Got to try lots of variations of meat because of their combo set offer where you can order differ…
We were looking for grilled baby back ribs. It came clean off the bone..but the meat was on the powdery side. Not juicy tender pork. Seasoning was cajun I think. Luckily we asked for the BBQ sauce to…
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