Soul & Smoke - Avondale at Rockwell on the River Menu

4.3
(200+ Reviews)
  • UTENSILS

    • ADD TO-GO UTENSILS

      Chicago's single-use foodware ordinance says that disposable utensils can no longer be included with an order unless specifically requested by the customer. The law applies to delivery and takeout only, not dine-in.
  • CHICAGO RESTAURANT WEEK SPECIALS

    • Prime Brisket Dinner & Smoked Chicken Gumbo

      Our Chicago Restaurant Week Lunch Special is the best of the best. Includes a Prime Brisket Dinner Plate with Smoked Prime Brisket, Creamy Mac & Cheese, Collard Greens, and a Cornbread Muffin. Plus a side of our Smoked Chicken Gumbo made with Chicken Andiouille Sausage. This meal is a $6 savings off of normal menu prices.
      $30.00
    • Prime Brisket Dinner, Cajun Shrimp & Grits, And Caramel Cake

      Our Chicago Restaurant Week Dinner Special is the best of the best. Includes a Prime Brisket Dinner Plate with Smoked Prime Brisket, Creamy Mac & Cheese, Collard Greens, and a Cornbread Muffin. Plus a side of our Cajun Shrimp & Grits and a slice of Brown Sugar Bakery Caramel Cake. This meal is a $6 savings off of normal menu prices.
      $45.00
  • NEW! NEW! NEW!

    • HOT TOMATO- HOT SAUCE

      This feisty sauce combines the tart brightness of green tomatoes with the bold heat of jalapeño and serrano peppers. Green tomatoes became a staple in Southern cooking as a way to use unripe crops at the end of the growing season. In our sauce, we've infused the green tomato base with fresh herbs - its tangy, earthy profile pairs beautifully with a variety of foods such as smoked meats, fried foods, and more.\r\n\r\nMade in collaboration with Soothsayer Hot Sauce
      $12.00
    • CAJUN FIRE- HOT SAUCE

      Our Louisiana-style hot sauce captures everything you love about the classics, but better. Bold vinegar tang and robust garlic serve up the familiar taste you know and love, with a more complex flavor profile and elevated heat level thanks to the addition of Trinidad scorpion peppers. It's a perfect choice for those ready to explore beyond the basics. Ideal for adding a touch of nostalgia with a modern twist to your meal.\r\nMade in collaboration with Soothsayer Hot Sauce
      $12.00
    • SNEAKY HEAT- HOT SAUCE

      This velvety sauce blends the rich, earthy sweetness of sweet potatoes with the vibrant, citrusy heat of habanero peppers. We choose sweet potatoes for this recipe due to their deep roots in southern cuisine that can be traced all the way back to West Africa. Every drizzle of this sauce delivers a balance of spice and flavor, making it a versatile addition to any dish, and a crowd-pleaser for spice enthusiasts and newcomers alike.\r\n\r\nMade in collaboration with Soothsayer.
      $12.00
  • MEATS BY THE POUND

    • MEAT SAMPLER

      Sampler of all of our smoked meats, great for two to share! Smoked Prime Brisket, Smoked Pulled Pork, Duroc Rib Tips, Jalapeño Cheddar Sausage, House-made Pickles and Choice of Sauce.
      $42.00
    • SMOKED PRIME BRISKET

      Smoked and sliced USDA Prime Brisket.\r\nHalf pound order includes pickles, one pound is just meat + sauce. \r\n\r\nBrisket is a fatty meat! We will do our best to honor your fat request, but all orders of brisket will contain some fat. \r\n\r\nSauce is served on the side
    • SMOKED PULLED PORK

      Pork shoulder smoked over hickory and cherry woods, then pulled to order. Served with choice of sauce on the side.\r\n\r\nHalf pound order includes slaw, one pound is just meat + sauce.
    • SMOKED DUROC RIB TIPS

      Rib tips are the "tip" of the spare ribs. They are meaty and flavorful and have more fat and cartilage than the full ribs. Served with choice of sauce on the side.
    • SMOKED TURKEY TIPS

      Smoked turkey tips seasoned with our sweet and savory OG Rub, served with your choice of sauce on the side.\r\n\r\n1/2 LB order comes with apple slaw
    • SMOKED CHEDDAR JALAPENO SAUSAGE

      Grilled and Sliced Cheddar Jalapeño Sausage
      $6.00
  • SANDWICHES

    • PRIME BRISKET SANDWICH + SIDE

      Chopped Prime Brisket Sandwich with Original BBQ Sauce, Bread & Butter Pickles and Choice of Side.
    • PULLED PORK PO' BOY + SIDE

      Chef Carter's Smokey BBQ Pulled Pork Po' Boy with J.P. Graziano Mild Giardiniera and Roasted Garlic Aioli served on a French Roll with Choice of Side
    • PULLED PORK SLIDERS + SIDE

      Two Smokey BBQ Pulled Pork Sliders topped with Creamy Apple Slaw and served with Choice of Side
    • SMOKEY JOE SANDWICH + SIDE

      Smoked TVP In a savory tomato sauce with Vegan Gouda Cheese and House made Pickles. \r\n\r\nServed with Choice of Side. Hint- The chips, pickles and sweet potato with no butter are all vegan side options!
    • LOADED CHEDDAR JALAPENO LINK + SIDE

      Grilled Cheddar Jalapeño Pork Sausage on a Potato Bun topped with Smoked Onions and Gold Sauce
  • SOUL FOOD

    • PRIME BRISKET DINNER

      Smoked Prime Brisket, Signature Mac + Cheese, Collard Greens, a Cornbread Muffin, and your choice of sauce.
      $30.00
    • CAJUN SHRIMP & GRITS

      Texas Gold Shrimp in Chicken Andouille Sausage Bisque with Stone-Ground Grits and Scallions. \r\n\r\n*Pork Free\r\nVoted top 10 best takeout dishes by Chicago Magazine!
    • SMOKED CHICKEN GUMBO

      16oz Smoked Chicken, Dark Roux, Chicken Andouille Sausage, Carolina Gold Rice + Scallions \r\n\r\n*Pork Free
    • SOUTHERN CHOPPED SALAD

      Mustard Greens, Iceberg, Broccoli, Pickled Green Tomato, Split Peas, Shallot, Avocado, Candied Sunflower Seeds, and a side of Garlic Herb Vinaigrette. Vegan, but contains honey.
      $15.00
    • TIP + LINK COMBO

      Half Pound Smoked Duroc Rib Tips with Choice of Sauce, and a Loaded Jalapeno Cheddar Sausage.
      $17.50
  • SIDES

    • SIDES SAMPLER

      6oz each: Mac + Cheese, Collard Greens, Smoked Chicken Gumbo, Red Beans + Rice, Apple Slaw and 1 Cornbread Muffin
      $25.00
    • SIGNATURE MAC + CHEESE

      Extra Creamy Three Cheese Blend
    • SMOKED CHICKEN GUMBO

      16oz Smoked Chicken, Dark Roux, Chicken Andouille Sausage, Carolina Gold Rice + Scallions \r\n\r\n*Pork Free
    • COLLARD GREENS

      Tender Collard Greens with Smoked Turkey and Cider Vinegar Jus
    • GARLIC MASHED POTATOES

      Garlic Mashed Potatoes with Chives
    • CORNBREAD MUFFIN

      Sweet, Crumbly and Baked Fresh Daily! One Muffin
      $3.00
    • RED BEANS + RICE

      Slow Simmered Red Beans with Smoked Turkey Stock, Carolina Gold Rice and Chives
    • DIRTY RICE

      Cajun Dirty Rice made with Carolina Gold Rice, House Ground Prime Brisket, Holy Trinity, Chicken Liver and Parsley.
    • STONE GROUND GRITS

      Creamy Heirloom Stone Ground Grits\r\n(Contains Chicken Stock).
    • ROASTED SWEET POTATO

      With Cinnamon Compound Butter
      $6.50
    • APPLE SLAW

      Apples, Cranberries, Carrots, and Cabbage in a Creamy Dressing
    • BREAD & BUTTER PICKLES

      Bread & Butter Pickled Cucumber and Onions
    • KETTLE CHIPS

      Choice of Flavors
      $3.00
  • FAMILY MEALS

    • NORTHSHORE SPECIAL

      1lb Smoked Prime Brisket, 1lb Smoked Pulled Pork, 6oz Apple Slaw, 6oz Bread & Butter Pickles, Large Mac & Cheese, 1 Dozen Slider Buns & 8oz Original BBQ Sauce
      $106.00
    • PRIME BRISKET SLIDER KIT (12 SLIDERS)

      Make Your Own Sliders:\r\n2lbs Smoked Prime Brisket, 16oz Bread & Butter Pickles, 1 Dozen Slider Buns + Choice of Sauce
      $95.00
    • PULLED PORK SLIDER KIT (12 SLIDERS)

      Make Your Own Sliders:\r\n2lbs Pulled Pork, 16oz Apple Slaw, 1 Dozen Slider Buns + Choice of Sauce
      $55.00
    • BRISKET + PORK SLIDER KIT (12 SLIDERS)

      Make Your Own Sliders:\r\n1lb Smoked Prime Brisket, 1lb Smoked Pulled Pork, 16oz Bread & Butter Pickles, 1 Dozen Slider Buns + Choice of Sauce
      $73.00
  • N/A BEVERAGES

    • SPRECHER SODA

      Fire brewed sodas made at the oldest craft brewery in Milwaukee
      $4.00
    • PURE LEAF ICED TEA

      Your choice of Sweetened or Unsweetened
      $4.00
    • WATER

      100% mountain-sourced spring water in plant-based packaging.
      $4.00
    • SAN PELLEGRINO

      Choice of Limonata sparkling lemon beverage (lightly sweetened), Aranciata sparkling orange beverage (lightly sweetened) or sparkling natural mineral water (unsweetened, un-flavored).
      $4.00
    • CAN SODA

      $3.00
  • LOCAL CRAFT BEERS

    • SKETCHBOOK BEER FOR THE SOUL

      Belgian-Style Pale Ale by Sketchbook Brewery, created to pair perfectly with Soul & Smoke BBQ. Won Bronze at the 2023 World Beer Cup for American-Belgo-Style Ale! 16 oz can.
      $7.00
    • SKETCHBOOK INSUFFICIENT CLEARANCE

      Hazy IPA, 16oz Can. This beer has notes of grapefruit, guava, pineapple and mango.
      $7.00
    • OLD IRVING BEEZER

      Citra & Mosaic hopped hazy IPA. 6.9% ABV. 16oz can
      $8.00
    • OLD IRVING CUSHY MANGO PEACH

      Kettle-Soured Ale brewed with mango and peach and hopped with Hallertau Blanc. 6% ABV. 16oz can
      $8.00
    • FUNKYTOWN HIP-HOPS AND R&BREW

      American Pale Ale. 5.5% ABV. Tropical Notes, malty backbone, mango on the finish. The flagship beer from Chicago’s Funkytown Brewery, winner of Sam Adams’ 2023 Brewing & Business Experienceship craft beer competition. 16 oz can.
      $8.00
    • FUNKYTOWN HOMECOMING

      Marzen-Style Celebration Ale. 5.5% ABV. 16oz can
      $8.00
    • MOOR'S PILSNER

      Light and refreshing German style Pilsner, with a beautiful golden hue and delicate floral notes, perfectly balanced with just a pinch of anjou pear.\r\n\r\n16oz can, 6%abv
      $8.00
    • MOOR'S HELLES LAGER

      Moor’s Helles Lager is a medium bodied Munich style Lager that smells of melon rind while bright German hops give this brew a subtle honeydew fruit taste that is crushable, crisp and refreshing. \r\n5.1% ABV, 16oz can
      $8.00
    • CRUZ BLANCA MEXICO CALLING

      Some calls are totally worth answering, so kick back and enjoy a Mexican lager brewed with heaps of Vienna malt, subtle hops, and absolutely zero adjuncts. The result is an endlessly refreshing sunny lager with balanced sweetness and light bitterness.\r\n4.7% ABV, 16OZ CAN
      $6.00
    • ATHLETIC BREWING N/A IPA

      Athletic Brewing Non-Alcoholic "Run Wild" IPA. 12oz Can. Contains less than 0.5% alcohol
      $6.00
  • COCKTAILS, SELTZERS & WINE

    • BLOOD ORANGE BEES KNEES

      Lemon, Honey & Conniption Gin. For every cocktail purchased $1 will be donated to the James Beard Foundation's Women's Leadership Programs.
      $13.50
    • SPIKED HONEYCRISP CIDER

      Seeding Farms Honeycrisp Cider Reduction, Honey, Lemon & Vodka.
      $13.50
    • RUM PUNCH

      Aged Dark Rum, Pineapple, Lime, Orgeat. Pour over ice and enjoy! 6oz sealed bottle.
      $13.50
    • BLACKBERRY BOURBON SOUR

      FEW Bourbon, Blackberry, Cranberry, and Lemon. Just pour over ice and enjoy!\r\n6oz sealed bottle
      $13.50
    • APEROL GREYHOUND

      Wheatley Vodka, Fresh Grapefruit Juice, Aperol, & Lime. Just pour over ice and enjoy.\r\n6oz sealed bottle
      $13.50
    • PRICKLY PEAR MARGARITA

      Reposado Tequila, Fresh Lime & Prickly Pear. Pour over ice and enjoy!\r\n6oz sealed bottle
      $13.50
    • LOVERBOY LEMON ICED TEA

      Lemon Iced Tea:\r\nOrganic brewed black tea is infused with zesty lemon juice and finished with a subtle kick of ginger. Lightly sweetened with monk fruit to satisfy your tastebuds without the calories of sugar. Light, yet full of flavor. 11.5 oz can.
      $6.00
    • HIGH NOON VODKA SELTZER

      Seltzer with fruit juice and vodka. No sugar or artificial sweeteners. 355 mL can, 4.5% ABV.
      $6.00
    • UNDERWOOD WINE

      Pinot Gris, Rosé Bubbles, or Pinot Noir. 250mL Can
      $9.00
    • LYRE’S N/A AMALFI SPRITZ

      The fine bubble of this non-alcoholic cocktail fills the palate with bittersweet orange, rich peach, complex rhubarb and elderflower flavors. Dry finish, deliciously refreshing. 8.5oz can. Contains less than 0.5% alcohol
      $7.50
  • DESSERT

    • SLICE CARAMEL CAKE

      From our friends at Brown Sugar Bakery. Tender yellow cake with a thick caramel icing.
      $7.00
    • SLICE DOUBLE CHOCOLATE CAKE

      Freshly baked from our friends at Brown Sugar Bakery
      $7.00
    • WHOLE CARAMEL CAKE

      From our friends at Brown Sugar Bakery. Tender yellow cake with a thick caramel icing.
      $80.00
    • WHOLE DOUBLE CHOCOLATE CAKE

      Freshly baked from our friends at Brown Sugar Bakery
      $80.00
    • CHOCOLATE COVERED POTATO CHIPS

      Freshly made from our friends at Brown Sugar Bakery. Salty rippled potato chips dunked in chocolate.
      $10.00
    • SALTED CARAMEL CHOCOLATES

      Freshly made from our friends at Brown Sugar Bakery. 4-Pack of chocolate covered caramels with a sprinkle of sea salt
      $6.00
  • KIDS

    • BRISKET SLIDER + SIDE

      Smoked Prime Brisket Slider with pickles plus choice of side.
      $9.50
    • PORK SLIDER + SIDE

      1 pulled pork slider with apple slaw plus choice of side
      $7.00
    • SIGNATURE MAC + CHEESE

      Extra Creamy Three Cheese Blend
    • CORNBREAD MUFFIN

      Sweet, Crumbly and Baked Fresh Daily! One Muffin
      $3.00
    • APPLE SAUCE

      GoGoSqueez Apple Sauce Pouch
      $2.50
    • APPLE JUICE

      Honest Kids organic apple juice box
      $2.50
    • WHITE MILK

      8oz Horizon Organic Milk Box
      $3.50
    • CHOCOLATE MILK

      8oz Horizon Organic Chocolate Milk Box
      $3.50
  • EXTRAS

    • SIDE OF HOT SAUCE

      $1.25
    • ORIGINAL BBQ

      Chef Carter's Original BBQ sauce is a Kansas City-style sauce that's bold, thick, tangy, and a little sweet. Made with a complex blend of more than 22 artisanal ingredients, it's the classic choice for any of our smoked meats
    • TANGY

      Our tart take on the Carolina standard. Chef Carter combines cider vinegar and pineapple juice with a hint of jalapeño, and rounds it out with the sweetness of tomato. This light-bodied sauce is a great choice for pork, and is a go-to for those that want to cut through the fat and add some spice.
    • GOLD

      Mustard based sauce with a black pepper and ginger bite. An excellent choice to accentuate the smokiness of pork, and a perfect match to our locally ­produced smoked 'nduja sausage.
    • JERK

      A Caribbean inspired sauce with a little kick. Soy-based with pineapple, scallions, thyme, allspice, and a kick from habanero. Great with chicken or rib tips!
    • CAJUN FIRE- HOT SAUCE

      Our Louisiana-style hot sauce captures everything you love about the classics, but better. Bold vinegar tang and robust garlic serve up the familiar taste you know and love, with a more complex flavor profile and elevated heat level thanks to the addition of Trinidad scorpion peppers. It's a perfect choice for those ready to explore beyond the basics. Ideal for adding a touch of nostalgia with a modern twist to your meal.\r\nMade in collaboration with Soothsayer Hot Sauce
      $12.00
    • SNEAKY HEAT- HOT SAUCE

      This velvety sauce blends the rich, earthy sweetness of sweet potatoes with the vibrant, citrusy heat of habanero peppers. We choose sweet potatoes for this recipe due to their deep roots in southern cuisine that can be traced all the way back to West Africa. Every drizzle of this sauce delivers a balance of spice and flavor, making it a versatile addition to any dish, and a crowd-pleaser for spice enthusiasts and newcomers alike.\r\n\r\nMade in collaboration with Soothsayer.
      $12.00
    • HOT TOMATO- HOT SAUCE

      This feisty sauce combines the tart brightness of green tomatoes with the bold heat of jalapeño and serrano peppers. Green tomatoes became a staple in Southern cooking as a way to use unripe crops at the end of the growing season. In our sauce, we've infused the green tomato base with fresh herbs - its tangy, earthy profile pairs beautifully with a variety of foods such as smoked meats, fried foods, and more.\r\n\r\nMade in collaboration with Soothsayer Hot Sauce
      $12.00
    • CINNAMON COMPOUND BUTTER

      1oz house-made cinnamon compound butter. So good with a cornbread muffin!
      $1.75
    • DOZEN SLIDER BUNS

      1 dozen Martin's potato rolls
      $12.00
    • SANDWICH BUN

      Full Sized Sandwich Bun
    • MARTINS LONG BUNS (8PK)

      Martin's Soft Potato Long Buns
      $8.00
  • MERCH

    • ALL BUTTS DESERVE A GOOD RUB T-SHIRT

      Front of tee has Soul & Smoke logo on the left chest, back says "All Butts Deserve a Good Rub"
      $27.00
    • KOOZIE

      Keep your bevvies cold while repping some Soul & Smoke pride
      $4.00
    • COOLER

      Cooler collapses flat, so it's easy to store or pack, and especially ideal to keep in your car for grocery store trips. \r\n\r\nCooler measures 18"L x 11.5"W x 11"H.
      $32.00
    • RED TRUCKER HAT

      Black Soul & Smoke embroidery on a red trucker hat. Adjustable back
      $32.00
    • BLACK TRUCKER HAT

      White Soul & Smoke embroidery on a black trucker hat. Adjustable back
      $32.00
    • OG SPICE RUB

      Chicago-Style BBQ seasoning for Beef, Chicken and Pork.
      $7.00
    • SAUCE & RUB COMBO

      Kick up your at home grilling with Chef Carter's Signature Spice Rub and BBQ Sauce
      $15.00
  • COMMUNITY MEALS

    • MEAL DONATION FOR 1

      This purchase supports a Holiday meal for one person. Thank you!
      $25.00
    • DONATE A MEAL TO OUR COMMUNITY FRIDGE

      We are cooking and individually packaging the meals. Purchase a meal for our community fridge, which is free and available 24 hours a day.
      $10.00

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