Smokin J's BBQ & Taphouse Menu

751 Fourth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101
  • Breakfast

    • Good 'Ol Poway Breakfast

      A good 'ol breakfast to get a good 'ol Powayan going! 2 eggs, 2 hash browns, choice of meat, and toast or a sweet potato pancake.
      $14.39
    • Sweet Potato Pancakes

      A stack of 3 fluffy sweet potato pancakes with real maple syrup and whipped butter.
      $10.21
    • Steak & Cheese Omelette

      Brisket, peppers, onions, and a side of house-made cheese sauce. Served with hash brown and toast.
      $15.31
    • Veggie Omelette

      Look mom, no meat! Just spinach, onions, peppers, and cheese. Served with hash brown and toast.
      $11.37
    • Smokin Belly Omelette

      There is absolutely nothing wrong with having a little belly. House-smoked pork belly and sauteed onions. Served with hash brown and toast.
      $15.80
    • Cheese Omelette

      Simple and delicious with eggs and white cheddar. Served with hash brown and toast.
      $11.14
    • The Packed Bowl

      Your morning habit is your business, but for those of you who want to add a hearty breakfast to your routine, pack your face with our bowl. A base of 2 hash browns with a layer of scrambled or fried eggs, onions, and peppers, then your choice of brisket, pulled pork, or pork belly, and topped with slaw sauce or breakfast gravy. Add some kick with smoked jalapenos
      $12.30
    • Belly Up Burrito

      A beautiful flour tortilla filled with eggs, hash browns, pork belly, caramelized onions, cheese, and our special sauce. Big enough to share, but tasty enough to refuse all offers of assistance.
      $14.15
    • Breakfast J-Rito

      The answer to anyone who questions whether BBQ is meant to be served for breakfast. Brisket, over-easy eggs, hash browns, gravy, and cheese, wrapped up tight in a flour tortilla.
      $14.15
    • Chicken Fajita-Rito

      Smoked chicken, sauteed peppers and onions, hash browns, cheese, and smoked tomatillo salsa wrapped in a tasty flour tortilla.
      $12.70
    • Chili-Rito

      Eggs, hash browns, brisket chili, and cheese wrapped tight in a flour tortilla.
      $14.15
    • Loco Smoko

      The lone sandwich foretold in the heading, we take a brioche bun and fill it with hash browns, a burger patty, a fried egg, and gravy. We figured if there was only going to be one, we would make it a great one.
      $15.80
    • Sweet Potato Pancake

      One fluffy, delicious, pancake to complement your meal, or to share with the table.
      $3.48
    • Egg Your Way

      $2.90
    • Hash Brown

      $2.90
    • Side Of Belly

      $3.71
  • Catering

    • Brisket

      If we reached deep into your mind, pulled out the best dream you've ever had, smoked it for 12-16 hours, and served it on a golden platter, it would taste something like this.
    • Pulled Pork

      The little piggy who went to the market came out succulent and full of flavor. Our pulled pork is dry-rubbed and smoked for 12-16 hours before being pulled to order. Served with pickled onions, dill pickles, and 3-6oz of The Sauce.
    • St. Louie Spare Ribs

      Don't be ashamed if you're caught sucking every little bit of meat off these bones. Everyone else in the room is doing the same thing.
    • Chicken - Full

      The juiciest bird this side of the Mississippi. With pickled onions, dill pickles, and 3-6oz of The Sauce.
    • Mama's Chicken Salad

      Just like Mama made it. White meat from our smoked chicken, pulled and tossed with a bit of mayo, chopped celery, and chopped grapes.
    • Chili

      The best brisket makes the best chili. Yeah, we put brisket in our chili, then cover it with cheese and red onions. You're welcome.
    • Bean Crack

      So good you'll be hooked. Navy beans smoked in pork stock and bbq sauce, with chopped onions, chopped peppers, and chunks of smoked-then-braised-then-fried pork belly.
    • Slaw

      Trust us, you like this slaw. Fresh chopped cabbage in our house-made slaw sauce. Simple and perfect.
    • Mac N' Cheese

      Creamy and gooey with our house-made three-cheese sauce.
    • Candied Yams

      Humble yams amped up on cinnamon and maple syrup. A little treat for your soul.
    • Smoked Succotash

      Sweet corn, red onions, red peppers, okra, and romanesco living together in harmony. A feast for the eyes and tongue.
    • Hawaiian Buns

      A perfect addition to any spread
    • Green Salad

      Mixed greens, carrots, cucumbers, and peppers, topped with parmesan cheese. Choice of dressing: Green Goddess, Slaw Sauce, Balsamic Vinaigrette.
      $9.50
  • Christmas Feast

    • Half-Turkey (Approx. 7-9lbs.)

      Half a bird artfully brined and expertly smoked. Comes with one pint of the finest gravy to ever grace your table. (Half a turkey should feed about 4 people)
      $75.00
    • Brisket (One Pound)

      If we reached deep into your mind, pulled out the best dream you've ever had, smoked it for 12-16 hours, and served it on a golden platter, it would taste something like this. (One pound is good for 2 people)!
      $31.25
    • Garlic Mashed Potatoes (Quart)

      Don't you just love garlic...and butter...and potatoes... (one quart is good for approx. five people)
      $14.00
    • Candied Yams (Quart)

      You know what makes everything better? Maple syrup and cinnamon! Add some sweetness next to your savory with these yams candied in, you guessed it, maple syrup and cinnamon. (one quart feeds approx. five people)
      $14.92
    • Stuffing (Half-Pan)

      Stuff in the stuffing until you're stuffed. That's our approach. Baked with pork stock, sausage, mushrooms, celery, and carrots. (One half-pan feeds approx. 8 people)
      $30.00
    • Cranberry Sauce (Quart)

      Cranberry sauce does not come from a can. Thank you. (One quart feeds approx. five people)
      $16.00
    • Mac N' Cheese (Quart)

      Creamy and gooey with our house-made three-cheese sauce. (One quart feeds approx. 5 people)
      $20.60
    • Smoked Succotash (Quart)

      A succulent medley of smoked sweet corn, red onions, and red peppers, and seasonal vegetables. (One quart feeds approx. five people)
      $14.92
    • Bean Crack (Quart)

      So good you'll be hooked. Navy beans smoked in pork stock and bbq sauce, with chopped onions, chopped peppers, and chunks of smoked-then-braised-then-fried pork belly. (One quart is good for approx. 5 people)
      $13.26
    • Gravy

      An extra pint of gravy because you are going to want to use it all weekend.
      $8.00
    • The Sauce (Bottle)

      A 16oz. bottle of BBQ sauce so good you will want to bathe in it.
      $9.99
    • The Ketchup (Bottle)

      A 16oz. bottle of our house-made Ketchup.
      $9.99
  • From the Bar

    • Protector Brewing | Citra Juicy DIPA

      Double IPA
    • Ketch Brewing | Celestial Navigations

      San Diego IPA
    • Silva Brewing | Gateway To Hefen

      Hefenweizen
    • Harland Brewing | Japanese Rice Lager

      Lager
    • Mother Earth | Cali Creamin

      Cream Ale
      $4.74
    • Societe | The Roustabout

      Double IPA
      $7.58
    • Alesmith | .394

      Pale Ale
      $4.74
    • Westfalia | Fort Point

      Red Ale
      $4.74
    • Alesmith | Nut Brown Ale

      Brown Ale
      $4.74
    • Eppig | Hoppy Pils

      Pilsner
      $7.58
    • Harland Brewing | India Pale Whale

      IPA
      $7.58
    • Wild Barrel Brewing | Prince Of Dankness

      IPA
      $7.58
    • Wild Barrel Brewing | P.O.G

      Sour (16oz.)
      $7.58
    • Miller Lite

      $3.80
    • PBR

      $3.80
    • Shiner Bock

      $3.79
    • Juneshine | P.O.G

      (12oz.) Hard Kombucha
      $6.28
    • Ketch Brewing | Clear Conditions

      Hard blood orange seltzer
      $5.11
    • Serpentine Cider | Guava

      (16 oz.) Hard Cider
      $7.58
    • Glass Of Malbec

      A great wine for BBQ!
      $7.34
    • Barrel Riot Wine

      200ml
      $14.68
    • House Red

      (It's typically a Malbec)
      $20.36
    • Ammunition | Pinot Noir

      Great with our pork items!
      $26.52
    • Cabernet Sauvignon

      Great with brisket!
    • Mission Cellars | Sauvignon Blanc

      Great with chicken!
      $28.41
    • Mission Cellars | Pinot Blanc

      Great with Chicken!
      $32.20
    • Sparkling Wine

      $20.36
    • Mimosa

      Caraf
      $26.40
  • Lunch & Dinner

    • Family Platter

      Treat the family right with 1 lb. of Brisket, 1 lb. of Pulled Pork, 1 whole Chicken, 16oz. of Bean Crack, Mac n' Cheese, Slaw, and Potato Salad, 6 Toasted Buns, and a pint of The Sauce. Serves 4-6.
      $114.36
    • Party Platter

      Parties are better when you serve 2 lbs. of Brisket, 2 lbs. of Pulled Pork, 2 whole Chickens, one quart of Bean Crack, Mac n' Cheese, Slaw, and Potato Salad, 12 Toasted Buns, and 32oz. of The Sauce. (Feeds 12-14 people)
      $217.82
    • Brisket

      (Please select your preference of lean or fatty for orders under 1 lb.) If we reached deep into your mind, pulled out the best dream you've ever had, smoked it for 12-16 hours, and served it on a golden platter, it would taste something like this. Served with pickled onions, dill pickles, and 3-6oz of The Sauce
    • Pulled Pork

      The little piggy who went to the market came out succulent and full of flavor. Our pulled pork is dry-rubbed and smoked for 12-16 hours before being pulled to order. Served with pickled onions, dill pickles, and 3-6oz of The Sauce.
    • St. Louie Spare Ribs

      Don't be ashamed if you're caught sucking every little bit of meat off these bones. Everyone else in the room is doing the same thing. Served with pickled onions and pickles, and 3-6oz. of The Sauce.
    • Wings

      Buttermilk marinated and tossed in your choice of sauce. Served with a side of Slaw Sauce. (3 wings per order)
      $5.50
    • Smoked Chicken

      The juiciest bird this side of the Mississippi. With pickled onions, dill pickles, and 3-6oz of The Sauce.
    • Burnt Ends

      If you're lucky, you may one day find an oyster with a pearl. If you're extremely lucky, you may one day wrap your lips around these mouth-watering morsels of beef. We take the point of the brisket, cube it, then smoke it for up to 3 hours in a bath of pork stock and our house-made bbq sauce. (Limited Availability!)
    • 3x3

      Ever feel plagued by indecision when you look at our menu. Do you break out in a cold sweat when you have to choose between succulent brisket and flavorful pulled pork? Well Dr. Smokin J has just come up with this miracle cure that is sure to cure your ailment. Order this and you will get 1/4lb. of pulled pork, 1/4lb. of brisket, 2 pieces of chicken, with 3.5 oz. of mac n' cheese, slaw, bean crack, and a slice of white bread.
      $21.35
    • TV Dinner - Brisket

      For those days when all you want to do is crash on the couch and put on a movie, but you're still very hungry and need to solve that problem. Enjoy 1/3 lb. of brisket with your choice of two sides, and let the rest of the world melt away.
      $16.50
    • TV Dinner - Pulled Pork

      For those days when all you want to do is crash on the couch and put on a movie, but you're still very hungry and need to solve that problem. Enjoy 1/3 lb. of pulled pork and 5oz.of your choice of two sides. Then let the rest of the world melt away.
      $14.21
    • TV Dinner - Pork Belly

      For those days when all you want to do is crash on the couch and put on a movie, but you're still very hungry and need to solve that problem. Enjoy 1/3 lb of ribs with your choice of two sides, and let the rest of the world melt away
      $18.50
    • TV DInner - 2pc Chicken (Dark)

      For those days when all you want to do is crash on the couch and put on a movie, but you're still very hungry and need to solve that problem. Enjoy two pieces of dark meat chicken and 5oz.of your choice of two sides. Then let the rest of the world melt away.
      $10.67
    • TV Dinner - 2pc Chicken (White)

      For those days when all you want to do is crash on the couch and put on a movie, but you're still very hungry and need to solve that problem. Enjoy two pieces of white meat chicken and 5oz.of your choice of two sides. Then let the rest of the world melt away.
      $14.15
    • The Smokin J

      It's our namesake, so you know it must be good. Succulent brisket, mouth-watering pork belly, and delectable slaw, piled high on a toasted brioche bun.
      $14.62
    • The Classic

      This is BBQ on a bun. Slow-smoked pulled pork, perched on a bed of slaw and pickles, overflowing a toasted brioche bun
      $12.70
    • The Boneless Rib

      The Boneless Rib Sandwich is what happens when you take the best spare ribs in San Diego, then braise and de-bone them before throwing them back in the smoker in a bath of pork stock and The Sauce. Served on a toasted brioche bun with pickled onions. Served with fries or slaw.
      $16.00
    • The Burger

      A classic burger. 1/3lb. pasture-raised, hormone-free beef, with aged white cheddar, grilled onions, pickles, and lettuce on a toasted brioche bun. Slaw sauced served on the side and we definitely recommend giving it a go.
      $20.80
    • The Melted Bird

      The only thing better than Mama's Chicken Salad is when you throw it on toasted sourdough bread and melt white cheddar all over it.
      $16.50
    • Grilled Cheese

      Some days just call for a gooey slice of childhood. Others call for a gooey slice of childhood with some brisket to feel a little more grown up.
      $7.43
    • The Salad

      Beautiful greens, carrots, peppers, cucumbers, and shaved parmesan, served with your choice of meat and dressing.
      $9.50
    • Brisket Chili

      The best brisket makes the best chili. Yeah, we put brisket in our chili, then cover it with cheese and red onions. You're welcome
    • Bean Crack

      So good you'll be hooked. Navy beans smoked in pork stock and bbq sauce, with chopped onions, chopped peppers, and chunks of smoked-then-braised-then-fried pork belly.
    • Slaw

      Trust us, you like this slaw. Fresh chopped cabbage in our house-made slaw sauce. Simple and perfect.
    • Mac N' Cheese

      Creamy and gooey with our house-made cheese sauce.
    • Smoked Succotash

      Sweet corn, red onions, red peppers, squash, and Brussels sprouts living together in harmony. A feast for the eyes and tongue.
    • Candied Yams

      With the taste that hearkens back to summers past.
    • Cajun Fries

      Most commonly uttered word after someone eats our fries: Damn! (NOTE: fries are prepared upon your arrival to ensure they are fresh. Please plan on waiting 3-5 minutes)
      $4.87
    • Pork Belly

      This is what bacon wants to be when it grows up. Our belly is smoked, braised, pressed and chilled overnight, and then finished in the fryer. 96 hours to make, 2 seconds to devour. (One order is one piece)
      $3.79
    • Mama's Chicken Salad

      Just like Mama made it. White meat from our smoked chicken, pulled and tossed with a bit of mayo, chopped celery, and chopped grapes.
    • Toasted Bun

      Brioche bun toasted with brisket fat.
      $1.39
    • Brisket Chimi Fries

      Salt fries topped with chopped brisket and house-made chimichurri. These fries are what cravings are made of.
      $20.00
    • Loaded Fries

      It's like if regular fries threw on a tuxedo t-shirt and shiny shoes before crashing your wedding. Cajun fries covered in creamy mac n' cheese and topped with the meat of your choice. Sometimes you need to get a little fancy with it.
      $15.00
    • Menage A Hog

      Spice up your relationship with your food with the Menage a Hog, our new burrito stuffed with boneless rib, pulled pork, pork belly, cajun fries, slaw, and BBQ sauce. Act fast if you have the opportunity for a Menage, though. Unless you are luckier than me, these are not available often.
      $16.47
    • Cali J-Rito

      What happens to a California burrito when you make it with the best brisket around. Brisket, pork belly, Cajun fries, slaw, and BBQ sauced wrapped up in a flour tortilla.
      $16.47
    • Taco Plate

      We love tacos (hot take, I know). We make ours with handmade corn tortillas filled with your choice of meat, house-made chimichurri, Oaxaca cheese, house-made pickled onions, and beef cracklin. Then we serve them with a side of bean crack to round out your Plate.
      $15.00
    • Brisket Taco

      $6.26
    • Chicken Taco

      $5.00
    • Carnitas Taco

      Tasty corn tortilla folded around house-made carnitas, queso chihuahua, chimichurri, and pickled onions.
      $6.00
    • Pork Belly Taco

      Tasty corn tortilla folded around smoked-then-fried, queso chihuahua, chimichurri, and pickled onions.
      $6.50
    • Brioche Bread Pudding

      Yum. Yum. Yummmmmmmmmmm!!! Served with house-made whipped cream and caramel sauce.
      $7.66
    • Tasty Churro

      The tastiest churro covered with cinnamon and sugar and served with our house-made caramel sauce.
      $3.20
    • The Sauce (Bottle)

      A 16oz. bottle of BBQ sauce so good you will want to bathe in it.
      $9.99
    • The Ketchup (Bottle)

      A 16oz. bottle of our house-made Ketchup.
      $9.99
    • Chimichurri (8oz.)

      Throw it on your meat and bask in the glory of flavor.
      $7.49
    • Swell Pomegranate

      Locally made craft soda
      $2.78
    • Swell Riptide Rootbeer

      Locally made craft soda
      $2.78
    • Swell Coffee Vanilla Cream

      Locally made craft soda
      $2.78
    • Swell Big Ginger Ale

      Locally made craft soda
      $2.78
    • Swell COLAfornia

      Locally made craft soda
      $2.78
    • Swell Diet COLAfornia

      Locally made craft soda
      $2.78
  • Miramar Menu

    • Brisket

      (Please select your preference of lean or fatty for orders under 1 lb.) If we reached deep into your mind, pulled out the best dream you've ever had, smoked it for 12-16 hours, and served it on a golden platter, it would taste something like this. Served with pickled onions, dill pickles, and 3-6oz of The Sauce
    • Pulled Pork

      The little piggy who went to the market came out succulent and full of flavor. Our pulled pork is dry-rubbed and smoked for 12-16 hours before being pulled to order. Served with pickled onions, dill pickles, and 3-6oz of The Sauce.
    • Pork Belly

      This is what bacon wants to be when it grows up. Our belly is smoked, braised, pressed and chilled overnight, and then finished in the fryer. 96 hours to make, 2 seconds to devour.
    • Fried Shrooms

      Smoked portobello mushroom caps fried in our house-made gluten-free beer batter.
    • Smoked Jackfruit

      Smoked for an hour and sauteed to order with our house-made rub and BBQ sauce.
    • TV Dinners

      For those days when you're very hungry, but all you want to do is crash on the couch and put on a movie. Enjoy 1/3 lb. of your choice of Meat/Veggie with your choice of two sides, and let the rest of the world melt away.
      $17.00
    • Cheese Fries

      The reason this category is called Fun Fries. We take our cajun fries and top them with mac n' cheese and your choice of smokey, delicious meat. (NOTE: fries are prepared upon your arrival to ensure they are fresh. Please plan on waiting 3-5 minutes)
      $11.60
    • Chimi Fries

      Close your eyes, breathe, and prepare for a treat. Indulge in salt fries covered in your choice of Meat/Veggie and topped with our mouth-watering, house-made chimichurri.
      $17.00
    • Sandwich

      Build your own delectable sandwich! Choose your Meat/Veggie and we will pile it on a bun with slaw and pickles.
      $15.50
    • Brisket Taco

      Six-inch corn tortilla stuffed with sliced brisket, queso chihuahua, pickled onions, and chimichurri.
      $6.50
    • Pulled Pork Taco

      Six-inch corn tortilla stuffed with pulled pork, queso chihuahua, pickled onions, and chimichurri.
      $8.45
    • Pork Belly Taco

      Six-inch corn tortilla stuffed with pork belly, queso chihuahua, pickled onions, and chimichurri.
      $6.50
    • Carnitas Taco

      Six-inch corn tortilla stuffed with carnitas, queso chihuahua, pickled onions, and chimichurri.
      $6.50
    • Smoked Shroom Taco

      Six-inch corn tortilla stuffed with smoked shrooms, queso chihuahua, pickled onions, and chimichurri.
      $6.50
    • Jackfruit Taco

      Six-inch corn tortilla stuffed with sliced brisket, queso chihuahua, pickled onions, and chimichurri.
      $6.50
    • The Burger

      A classic burger. 1/3lb. pasture-raised, hormone-free beef, with aged white cheddar, grilled onions, pickles, and lettuce on a toasted brioche bun. Slaw sauced served on the side and we definitely recommend giving it a go.
      $20.80
    • The Grand Brie

      The grandest of options. This 1/3 lb. hormone-free, naturally-raised Filhart Beef patty is topped with brie, pork belly, dijon mustard, caramelized onions, and lettuce.
      $20.00
    • The Melted Bird

      The only thing better than Mama's Chicken Salad is when you throw it on toasted sourdough bread and melt white cheddar all over it.
      $16.50
    • The Appropriated Burger

      Your new favorite burger, I promise. We take a 1/3 lb. naturally-raised, hormone-free beef patty topped with tortilla strips, queso chihuahuah, carnitas and spicy red salsa.
      $20.00
    • Slaw

      Trust us, you like this slaw. Fresh chopped cabbage in our house-made slaw sauce. Simple and perfect.
      $3.50
    • Smoked Succotash

      Sweet corn, red onions, red peppers, squash, and Brussels sprouts living together in harmony. A feast for the eyes and tongue.
    • Cajun Fries

      Most commonly uttered word after someone eats our fries: Damn! (NOTE: fries are prepared upon your arrival to ensure they are fresh. Please plan on waiting 3-5 minutes)
      $4.87
    • Chicken Wings

      Buttermilk brined and tossed in your choice of sauce. Served with a side of Slaw Sauce. (3 wings per order)
      $5.00
    • Mac N' Cheese

      Cheesy, creamy, and delicious, with a house-made cheese sauce.
      $7.50
    • Brisket Chili

      The best brisket makes the best chili. Yeah, we put brisket in our chili, then cover it with cheese and red onions. You're welcome.
      $8.50
    • Bean Crack

      So good you'll be hooked. Navy beans smoked in pork stock and bbq sauce, with chopped onions, chopped peppers, and chunks of smoked-then-braised-then-fried pork belly
    • Potato Salad

      With a taste that hearkens back to summers past
      $5.50
    • Brioche Bread Pudding

      Yum. Yum. Yummmmmmmmmmm!!! Served with house-made whipped cream and caramel sauce.
      $7.66
  • Pre-Order Lunch & Dinner

    • Party Platter

      Parties are better when you serve 2 lbs. of Brisket, 2 lbs. of Pulled Pork, 2 whole Chickens, one quart of Bean Crack, Mac n' Cheese, Slaw, and Potato Salad, 12 Toasted Buns, and 32oz. of The Sauce. (Feeds 12-14 people)
      $217.82
    • Family Platter

      Treat the family right with 1 lb. of Brisket, 1 lb. of Pulled Pork, 1 whole Chicken, 16oz. of Bean Crack, Mac n' Cheese, Slaw, and Potato Salad, 6 Toasted Buns, and a pint of The Sauce. Serves 4-6.
      $114.36
    • Wings

      Buttermilk marinated and tossed in your choice of sauce. Served with a side of Slaw Sauce. (3 wings per order)
      $5.50
    • Brisket

      (Please select your preference of lean or fatty for orders under 1 lb.) If we reached deep into your mind, pulled out the best dream you've ever had, smoked it for 12-16 hours, and served it on a golden platter, it would taste something like this. Served with pickled onions, dill pickles, and 3-6oz of The Sauce
    • Pulled Pork

      The little piggy who went to the market came out succulent and full of flavor. Our pulled pork is dry-rubbed and smoked for 12-16 hours before being pulled to order. Served with pickled onions, dill pickles, and 3-6oz of The Sauce.
    • St. Louie Spare Ribs

      Don't be ashamed if you're caught sucking every little bit of meat off these bones. Everyone else in the room is doing the same thing. Served with pickled onions and pickles, and 3-6oz. of The Sauce.
    • Smoked Chicken

      The juiciest bird this side of the Mississippi. With pickled onions, dill pickles, and 3-6oz of The Sauce.
    • Bean Crack

      So good you'll be hooked. Navy beans smoked in pork stock and bbq sauce, with chopped onions, chopped peppers, and chunks of smoked-then-braised-then-fried pork belly.
    • Slaw

      Trust us, you like this slaw. Fresh chopped cabbage in our house-made slaw sauce. Simple and perfect.
    • Smoked Succotash

      Sweet corn, red onions, red peppers, squash, and Brussels sprouts living together in harmony. A feast for the eyes and tongue.
    • Mac N' Cheese

      Creamy and gooey with our house-made three-cheese sauce.
    • Mama's Chicken Salad

      Just like Mama made it. White meat from our smoked chicken, pulled and tossed with a bit of mayo, chopped celery, and chopped grapes.
    • Brisket Chili

      The best brisket makes the best chili. Yeah, we put brisket in our chili, then cover it with cheese and red onions. You're welcome
    • Cajun Fries

      Most commonly uttered word after someone eats our fries: Damn! (NOTE: fries are prepared upon your arrival to ensure they are fresh. Please plan on waiting 3-5 minutes)
      $4.87
    • Pork Belly

      This is what bacon wants to be when it grows up. Our belly is smoked, braised, pressed and chilled overnight, and then finished in the fryer. 96 hours to make, 2 seconds to devour. (One order is one piece)
      $3.79
    • Candied Yams

      With the taste that hearkens back to summers past.
    • Brioche Bread Pudding

      Yum. Yum. Yummmmmmmmmmm!!! Served with house-made whipped cream and caramel sauce.
      $7.66
    • Tasty Churro

      The tastiest churro covered with cinnamon and sugar and served with our house-made caramel sauce.
      $3.20
  • Smokin J's Steakhouse

    • The Meal

      This purchase reserves your seat at the 2nd Smokin J's Steakhouse. The full cost of the meal will be $75 plus wine (the price of this reservation will be refunded after the event).First Course - Butternut squash bisque & cornbread, w/whipped honey sage butter.Second Course - Braised Filhart Beef chuck roast served atop garlic parmesan polenta, w/crispy pork belly and glazed carrots.Third Course - Cinnamon Creme Brulee.Barrel Riot will be providing optional wine pairings on site.
      $25.00
  • Uber Eats Menu Breakfast

    • Hash Brown

      Sprinkled with our house-made cajun blend. YUM
      $2.75
    • Pork Belly

      This is what bacon wants to be when it grows up. It is smoked, braised, pressed and chilled overnight, and then finished in the fryer. 96 hours to make, 2 seconds to devour (one order is one piece)
      $4.50
    • Toast

      One slice of sourdough toasted to perfection
      $2.00
    • Good 'Ol Poway Breakfast

      A good 'ol breakfast to get a good 'ol Powayan going! 2 eggs 2 hasbrowns, toast, choice of meat
      $17.50
    • Sweet Potato Pancakes

      A stack of 3 fluffy sweet potato pancakes with real maple syrup and whipped butter
      $13.28
    • Steak & Cheese Omelette

      Brisket, peppers, onions and a side of cheese sauce. Served with hashbrown and toast
      $17.50
    • Veggie Omelette

      Spinach, onions, peppers, and cheese. Served with hashbrown and toast
      $11.50
    • Smokin Belly Omelette

      House-smoked pork belly and sauteed onions. Served with hashbrown and toast
      $17.50
    • Cheese Omelette

      Simple and delicious with eggs and cheddar. served with hashbrown and toast
      $11.50
    • Packed Bowl

      Your morning habit is your business, but for those of you who want to add a hearty breakfast to your routine, pack your face with our bowls. A base of 2 hash browns with a layer of scrambled or fried eggs, onions, and peppers, then your choice of brisket, pulled pork, or pork belly, and topped with slaw sauce or breakfast gravy. Add some kick with smoked jalapenos
      $14.47
  • Uber Eats Menu Smokin J's BBQ (Lunch/Dinner)

    • Brisket

      If we reached deep into your mind, pulled out the best dream you've ever had, smoked it for 12-16 hours, and served it on a golden platter, it would taste something like this. Served with pickled onions, dill pickles, and 4 oz of The Sauce
    • Pulled Pork

      The little piggy who went to the market came out succulent and full of flavor. Our pulled pork is dry-rubbed and smoked for 12-16 hours before being pulled to order. Served with pickled onions, dill pickles, and 3oz of The Sauce
    • Smoked Chicken

      The juiciest bird this side of the Mississippi. With pickled onions, dill pickles, and 3-6oz of The Sauce
    • St. Louie Spare Ribs

      Don't be ashamed if you're caught sucking every little bit of meat off these bones. Everyone else in the room is doing the same thing
    • The Burger

      A delicious grass-fed/corn-finished beef patty topped with Cheddar cheese, caramelized onions, lettuce, and slaw sauce. Comes with a mystery bag of potato chips and your choice of beverage
      $16.59
    • The Smokin J

      It's our namesake, so you know it must be good. Succulent brisket, mouth-watering pork belly, and delectable slaw piled high on a toasted bun. Comes with your choice of drink and a mystery bag of chips!
      $18.40
    • The Classic

      This is BBQ on a bun. Slow-smoked pulled pork, perched on a bed of slaw and pickles, overflowing on a toasted brioche bun. Comes with your choice of drink and a mystery bag of chips!
      $14.48
    • The Melted Bird

      The only thing better than Mama's Chicken Salad is when you throw it in some sourdough and melt aged white Cheddar all over it. Comes with your choice of drink and a mystery bag of chips!
      $12.97
    • The Salad

      A colorful salad, served with your choice of meat or extra veggies and dressingChef recommends:- Brisket and Green Goddess- Pulled Pork and Balsamic Vinaigrette - Smoked Chicken and Slaw Sauce
      $11.76
    • Grilled Cheese

      Some days just call for a gooey slice of childhood. Others call for a gooey slice of childhood with some brisket to feel a little more grown up. Comes with your choice of drink and a mystery bag of chips!
      $8.45
    • 3 X 2

      Ever feel plagued by indecision when you look at our menu. Do you break out in a cold sweat when you have to choose between succulent brisket and flavorful pulled pork? Well Dr. Smokin J has just come up with this miracle cure that is sure to cure your ailment. Order this and you will get 1/4lb. of pulled pork, 1/4lb. of brisket, and 1/4 rack of ribs, with 3.5 oz. of mac n' cheese, slaw, bean crack, and a slice of white bread.
      $26.50
    • TV-Brisket

      For those days when all you want to do is crash on the couch and put on a movie, but you're still very hungry and need to solve that problem. Enjoy 1/3 lb of brisket with your choice of two sides, and let the rest of the world melt away
      $20.82
    • TV-Pulled Pork

      For those days when all you want to do is crash on the couch and put on a movie, but you're still very hungry and need to solve that problem. Enjoy 1/2 lb of pulled pork and 5 oz of your choice of two sides. Then let the rest of the world melt away
      $18.10
    • TV-Ribs

      For those days when all you want to do is crash on the couch and put on a movie, but you're still very hungry and need to solve that problem. Enjoy 3 bones of St. Louie Spares and 5 oz of your choice of two sides. Then let the rest of the world melt away
      $19.61
    • TV-Dark Chicken

      For those days when all you want to do is crash on the couch and put on a movie, but you're still very hungry and need to solve that problem. Enjoy two pieces of dark meat chicken and 5 oz of your choice of two sides. Then let the rest of the world melt away
      $13.87
    • TV-White Chicke

      For those days when all you want to do is crash on the couch and put on a movie, but you're still very hungry and need to solve that problem. Enjoy two pieces of white meat chicken and 5 oz of your choice of two sides. Then let the rest of the world melt away
      $18.10
    • Bean Crack

      So good you'll be hooked. Navy beans smoked in pork stock and bbq sauce, with chopped onions, chopped peppers, and chunks of smoked-then-braised-then-fried pork belly
    • Slaw

      Trust us, you like this slaw. Fresh chopped cabbage in our house-made slaw sauce. Simple and perfect
    • Mac N' Cheese

      Cheesy, creamy, and delicious, with a house-made cheese sauce
    • Brisket Chili

      The best brisket makes the best chili. Yeah, we put brisket in our chili, then cover it with cheese and red onions. You're welcome
    • Pork Belly

      (One piece per order) This is what bacon wants to be when it grows up. It is smoked, braised, pressed and chilled overnight, and then finished in the fryer. Ninety six hours to make, two seconds to devour
      $4.83
    • Toasted Bun

      Toasted Brioche Buns...perfect for making sandwiches
      $1.25
    • Pasta Salad

      A forkful of this house favorite will harken you back to those carefree childhood days when you spent the entire summer barefooted. Idyllic, some may say. Tri-colored rotini with red onions, bell peppers, celery, gouda, and our special Smokin J flavor
    • Smoked Succotash

      A succulent medley of smoked sweet corn, red onions, and red peppers, and seasonal vegetables
    • Mama's Chicken Salad

      Just like Mama made it. White meat from our smoked chicken, pulled and tossed with a bit of mayo, chopped celery, and chopped grapes
    • Brioche Bread Pudding

      Served with house-made whipped cream and caramel sauce
      $9.95
    • Tasty Churro

      A tasty churro covered in cinnamon and sugar. Served with house-made caramel sauce
      $3.92
    • Swell COLAfornia

      $3.50
    • Swell Big Ginger Ale

      $3.50
    • Swell Diet Colafornia

      $3.50
    • Swell Pomegranate

      $3.50
    • Swell Coffee Vanilla Cream

      $3.50
    • Swell Riptide Rootbeer

      $3.50
    • Liquid Death Sparkling Water

      $2.50
    • Liquid Death Still Water

      $2.50
  • Gas Lamp District - Food Ordering

    • BBQ Platter

      For groups who don't want to compromise! Chow down on 1 lb. of Brisket, 1 lb. of Pulled Pork, 1 rack of Ribs, 16 oz. each of our Bean Crack, Mac n' Cheese, Collard greens, and Slaw, with 6 slices of white bread and 16 oz. of bbq sauce.
      $155.00
    • BBQ Feast

      Host the party of your dreams! Feast on 2 lbs. of Brisket, 2 lbs. of Pulled Pork, 2 racks of Ribs, 32 oz. each of our Bean Crack, Mac n' Cheese, Collard Greens, and Slaw, with 12 slices of white bread and 32 oz. of bbq sauce.
      $295.00
    • 3 X 2

      Ever feel plagued by indecision when you look at our menu. Do you break out in a cold sweat when you have to choose between succulent brisket and flavorful pulled pork? Well Dr. Smokin J has just come up with this miracle cure that is sure to cure your ailment. Order this and you will get 1/4lb. of pulled pork, 1/4lb. of brisket, and 1/4 rack of ribs, with 8 oz. of mac n' cheese and bean crack, and a slice of white bread.
      $36.00
    • TV Dinner - Pork Belly

      For those days when all you want to do is crash on the couch and put on a movie, but you're still very hungry and need to solve that problem. Enjoy 1/3 lb of pork belly with your choice of two sides, and let the rest of the world melt away.
      $18.50
    • TV Dinner - Pulled Pork

      For those days when all you want to do is crash on the couch and put on a movie, but you're still very hungry and need to solve that problem. Enjoy 1/3 lb. of pulled pork and 5oz.of your choice of two sides. Then let the rest of the world melt away.
      $18.50
    • TV DInner - Brisket

      For those days when all you want to do is crash on the couch and put on a movie, but you're still very hungry and need to solve that problem. Enjoy 1/3 lb of brisket with your choice of two sides, and let the rest of the world melt away.
      $18.50
    • TV DInner - Burnt Ends

      For those days when all you want to do is crash on the couch and put on a movie, but you're still very hungry and need to solve that problem. Enjoy 1/3 lb of burnt ends with your choice of two sides, and let the rest of the world melt away
      $18.50
    • TV DInner - Jackfruit

      For those days when all you want to do is crash on the couch and put on a movie, but you're still very hungry and need to solve that problem. Enjoy 1/3 lb of smoked jackfruit with your choice of two sides, and let the rest of the world melt away.
      $18.50
    • TV DInner - Hot Link

      For those days when all you want to do is crash on the couch and put on a movie, but you're still very hungry and need to solve that problem. Enjoy 1/2 lb of our house-made hot links with your choice of two sides, and let the rest of the world melt away.
      $18.50
    • Hot Links - 1/2 Lb

      Chef Rick is now a sausage king. Bask in his beefy glory. One link per order. (limited avaialbility)
      $13.00
    • Brisket. -1/2 Lb

      If we reached deep into your mind, pulled out the best dream you've ever had, smoked it for 12-16 hours, and served it on a golden platter, it would taste something like this.
      $19.00
    • Burnt Ends - 1/2 Lb

      If you're lucky, one day you may find an oyster with a pearl. If you're extremely lucky, one day you might wrap your lips around these mouth-watering morsels of beef.
      $19.00
    • Pulled Pork - 1/2 Lb

      The little piggy who went to the market came out succulent and full of flavor. Our pulled pork is dry-rubbed and smoked for 12-16 hours before being pulled to order.
      $18.00
    • Sticky Ribs - 1/2 Rack

      Yeah, they're hot. Yup, they're sticky sweet. You just might end up covered in sauce, from your head to your feet.
      $22.00
    • Blackened Shrimp

      We had to add a little surf to all this turf. These crustaceans are expertly blackened with a mix of the chef's secret spices. Served on a bed of slaw.
      $20.00
    • Smoked Jackfruit - 1/2 Lb

      Ok, fine, this is an imposter in the meat section, but try a forkful of this baby and you may forget it grew on a tree.
      $18.00
    • Wings

      After bathing in buttermilk overnight we twice fry these puppies and toss them in a sauce of your choice (bbq, buffalo, slaw sauce, cajun dry-rub), or naked. Nine wings per order.
      $18.00
    • The Smokin' J

      It's our namesake, so you know it must be good. Succulent brisket, mouth-watering pork belly, and delectable slaw, piled high on a toasted brioche bun. Served with fries or slaw.
      $20.00
    • The Classic

      This is BBQ on a bun. Slow-smoked pulled pork, perched on a bed of slaw and pickles, overflowing a toasted brioche bun Served with fries or slaw.
      $20.00
    • Fried Chicken Sando

      Our chef knows his chicken! Buttermilk brined and fried to perfection. Served with fries or slaw.
      $20.00
    • The Boneless Rib

      The Boneless Rib Sandwich is what happens when you take the best spare ribs in San Diego, then braise and de-bone them before throwing them back in the smoker in a bath of pork stock and The Sauce. Served on a toasted brioche bun with pickled onions. Served with fries or slaw.
      $20.00
    • The Smash Burger

      A delicious grass-fed/corn-finished beef patty topped with cheddar cheese, caramelized onions, lettuce, and slaw sauce. Served with fries or slaw.
      $20.00
    • Grilled Cheese

      Some days just call for a gooey slice of childhood. Others call for a gooey slice of childhood with some brisket to feel a little more grown up. Served with fries or slaw.
      $20.00
    • Bean Crack

      So good you'll be hooked. Navy beans smoked in pork stock and bbq sauce, with chopped onions, chopped peppers, and chunks of smoked-then-braised-then-fried pork belly.
      $5.00
    • Slaw

      Trust us, you like this slaw. Fresh chopped cabbage in our house-made slaw sauce. Simple and perfect.
      $4.00
    • Collard Greens

      Shells covered in the creamiest combo of smoked gouda, white cheddar, yellow cheddar, and parmesan.
      $7.00
    • Mac N Cheese

      Shells covered in the creamiest combo of smoked gouda, white cheddar, yellow cheddar, and parmesan.
      $8.00
    • Brisket Chili

      The best brisket makes the best chili. Yeah, we put brisket in our chili, then cover it with cheese and red onions. You're welcome.
      $9.00
    • Cajun Fries

      Most commonly uttered word after someone eats our fries: Damn! (NOTE: fries are prepared upon your arrival to ensure they are fresh. Please plan on waiting 3-5 minutes)
      $6.50
    • Salt Fry

      $6.50
    • Cornbread

      Fresh baked cornbread with whipped honey butter. Seriously, how can you turn that down?
      $6.00
    • Pork Belly

      This is what bacon wants to be when it grows up. Our belly is smoked, braised, pressed and chilled overnight, and then finished in the fryer. 96 hours to make, 2 seconds to devour. (One order is one piece)
      $5.00
    • Seasonal Veggie

      Brussel Sprouts and Bacon! I mean, give me a break. Veggies never tasted so good.
      $7.00
    • Bread Pudding

      Served with house-made whipped cream and caramel sauce.
      $9.00
    • Slaw Sauce 2oz

      $1.00
    • Slaw Sauce 8oz

      $5.00
    • Ketchup 2oz

      $0.75
    • BBQ 3oz

      $0.75
    • Chimi 2oz

      $1.50
    • Hot Sauce

      Chef Rick ferments all kinds of peppers to leave your tongue tantalized.
      $1.50
    • Hat OG

      $30.00
    • T-Shirt OG

      $25.00
    • Le Cajun

      $9.99
    • Burger Rub

      $9.99
    • The Beef Rub

      $9.99
    • The Rub

      $9.99
    • The Ketchup Bottle

      $9.99
    • The Sauce Bottle

      $9.99
  • Gas Lamp District - Drinks Ordering

    • Swell Colafornia

      $5.00
    • Swell Diet Colafornia

      $5.00
    • Swell Riptide Rootbeer

      $5.00
    • Swell Coffee Vanilla Cream

      $5.00
    • Swell Pomegranate

      $5.00
    • Swell Wild Blueberry

      $5.00
    • Swell Big Ginger Ale

      $5.00
    • Swell Lime-N-Lemon

      $5.00
    • Sweet Tea

      $5.00
    • Unsweet Tea

      $5.00
    • Apple Juice

      $5.00
    • Orange Juice

      $5.00
    • Coffee

      $3.50
    • Bottled Water

      $5.00
    • Rootbeer Float

      $7.00
    • Coffee Vanilla Cream Float

      $7.00
    • Pomegranate Float

      $7.00
    • Blueberry Float

      $7.00
    • Topo Chico

      $5.00
    • ECola

      $5.00
    • Orang-O-Tang

      $5.00
  • Gas Lamp District - Breakfast Ordering

    • Tacos

      Our chef is from Texas and insisted on putting breakfast tacos on the menu. We are SO GLAD he did. Get two tasty tacos with eggs, cheese, salsa, and your choice of meat on a flour tortilla.
      $14.00
    • Belly-Up Burrito

      Start your day with a breakfast burrito packed with smoked-then-braised-then-fried pork belly, over-easy eggs, crispy hash browns, aged-white cheddar, caramelized onions, and slaw sauce.
      $18.00
    • Breakfast J-Rito

      A hefty breakfast burrito packed with slow-smoked brisket, over-easy eggs, crispy hash browns, aged white cheddar, and house-made white gravy.
      $18.00
    • Sausage J-Rito

      A hefty breakfast burrito packed with juicy smoked hot links, over-easy eggs, crispy hash browns, aged white cheddar, and house-made white gravy.
      $18.00
    • Loco Smoko

      Our take on a Hawaiian treat. 1/3lb. naturally-raised, hormone-free beef patty topped with a hash brown, fried egg, and gravy, piled on a brioche bun.
      $16.00
    • Sweet Potato Pancakes

      Smokin J's own recipe. Fluffy and delicious, and always served with REAL maple syrup because that's how pancakes should ALWAYS be served.
      $12.00
    • Brisket Hash

      It's hard not to enjoy juicy chunks of smoked brisket fried up with potatoes, onions, and peppers. It's even harder not to enjoy when we throw a couple of over easy eggs on top.
      $19.00
    • Gaslamp Brekkie

      $18.00
    • Brekkie Sausage

      Tasty house-made pork sausage link. (one order is one link)
      $8.00
    • Bacon (3 Pcs)

      This isn't just any 'ol bacon. This is bacon that has been cured and smoked in-house to tantalize your tastebuds and bring smiles to the children.
      $6.00
    • Sweet Potato Pancake

      One big 'ol fluffy sweet potato pancake with just the right amount of REAL maple syrup.
      $4.50
    • Hash Brown

      Crispy, golden brown hash brown patty tossed in our house-made cajun spices.
      $1.50
    • Pork Belly

      $5.00
    • Egg

      $2.00
    • Toast

      $1.50
    • Gravy

      $1.00
    • Pig In A Blanket

      Tasty house-made pork sausage link. (one order is one link)
      $12.00
    • Brisket. -1/2 Lb

      If we reached deep into your mind, pulled out the best dream you've ever had, smoked it for 12-16 hours, and served it on a golden platter, it would taste something like this.
      $19.00
    • Pulled Pork - 1/2 Lb

      The little piggy who went to the market came out succulent and full of flavor. Our pulled pork is dry-rubbed and smoked for 12-16 hours before being pulled to order.
      $18.00
    • Slaw Sauce 2oz

      $1.00
    • Ketchup 2oz

      $0.75
    • BBQ 3oz

      $0.75
    • Chimi 2oz

      $1.50
    • Hot Sauce

      Chef Rick ferments all kinds of peppers to leave your tongue tantalized.
      $1.50
  • Beer & BBQ Dinner Ordering

    • Beer And BBQ Feast (Feat. Societe Brewing Company)

      This ticket provides you one seat to the Smokin J's Beer and BBQ Chef Table, featuring Societe Brewing Company, on Feb. 7. All food and beer associated with the tasting menu, as well as tax and 20% gratuity included in the price of the ticket.
      $95.81
  • Holiday Menu Gaslamp

    • BBQ Platter

      For groups who don't want to compromise! Chow down on 1 lb. of Brisket, 1 lb. of Pulled Pork, 1 rack of Ribs, 16 oz. each of our Bean Crack, Mac n' Cheese, Collard greens, and Slaw, with 6 slices of white bread and 16 oz. of bbq sauce.
      $155.00
    • BBQ Feast

      Host the party of your dreams! Feast on 2 lbs. of Brisket, 2 lbs. of Pulled Pork, 2 racks of Ribs, 32 oz. each of our Bean Crack, Mac n' Cheese, Collard Greens, and Slaw, with 12 slices of white bread and 32 oz. of bbq sauce.
      $295.00
    • Brisket. - 1 Lb

      If we reached deep into your mind, pulled out the best dream you've ever had, smoked it for 12-16 hours, and served it on a golden platter, it would taste something like this.
      $35.00
    • Pulled Pork - 1 Lb

      The little piggy who went to the market came out succulent and full of flavor. Our pulled pork is dry-rubbed and smoked for 12-16 hours before being pulled to order.
      $30.00
    • Pork Belly - 1 Lb

      This is what bacon wishes it were. Smoked, braised, and fried to order, our pork belly takes a week to make and minutes to devour.
      $30.00
    • Burnt Ends - 1/2 Lb

      If you're lucky, one day you may find an oyster with a pearl. If you're extremely lucky, one day you might wrap your lips around these mouth-watering morsels of beef.
      $19.00
    • Hot Links - 1/2 Lb

      Chef Rick is now a sausage king. Bask in his beefy glory. One link per order. (limited avaialbility)
      $13.00
    • Smoked Jackfruit - 1/2 Lb

      Ok, fine, this is an imposter in the meat section, but try a forkful of this baby and you may forget it grew on a tree.
      $18.00
    • Wings

      After bathing in buttermilk overnight we twice fry these puppies and toss them in a sauce of your choice (bbq, buffalo, slaw sauce, cajun dry-rub), or naked. Nine wings per order.
      $18.00
    • Bean Crack

      So good you'll be hooked. Navy beans smoked in pork stock and bbq sauce, with chopped onions, chopped peppers, and chunks of smoked-then-braised-then-fried pork belly.
      $5.00
    • Slaw

      Trust us, you like this slaw. Fresh chopped cabbage in our house-made slaw sauce. Simple and perfect.
      $4.00
    • Collard Greens

      $7.00
    • Mac N Cheese

      Shells covered in the creamiest combo of smoked gouda, white cheddar, yellow cheddar, and parmesan.
      $8.00
    • Brisket Chili

      The best brisket makes the best chili. Yeah, we put brisket in our chili, then cover it with cheese and red onions. You're welcome.
      $9.00
    • Cornbread

      Fresh baked cornbread with whipped honey butter. Seriously, how can you turn that down?
      $6.00
    • Pork Belly

      This is what bacon wants to be when it grows up. Our belly is smoked, braised, pressed and chilled overnight, and then finished in the fryer. 96 hours to make, 2 seconds to devour. (One order is one piece)
      $5.00

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