The Smoke House Pontcanna

77 Pontcanna Street, CF11 9HS, Cardiff, United Kingdom

🛍 Bbq, Beer, Sushi, Steak

3.5 💬 944 Reviews
The Smoke House Pontcanna

Phone: +442920344628

Address: 77 Pontcanna Street, CF11 9HS, Cardiff, United Kingdom

City: Cardiff

Menu Dishes: 21

Reviews: 944

Website: http://www.thesmoke-house.com

"My partner and I visited this restaurant on a Saturday evening and we were incredibly impressed with everything. We had made a reservation and pre-ordered our smoked meats a few days in advance, as the restaurant is small and tries to minimize waste. When we arrived, we were promptly seated and ordered drinks. The special was a raspberry mojito, which I tried, while my partner ordered a standard mojito. Both cocktails were delicious, and we were lucky to be seated close to the bar where we could watch them being prepared. Our food order was taken about 10 minutes later. We started with some chicken wings, which were cooked perfectly and had a crispy skin. The blue cheese dip was a winner! For our main dishes, my partner had the ribs and I had a burger with blue cheese and bacon. The food came out quickly and was hot and fresh. My burger was delicious, with two large patties and fresh bread. The chips were also great, and the portion size was generous. However, the real highlight was the ribs, which were large and meaty with a beautiful seasoning. The staff were all friendly and attentive throughout our visit, creating a relaxed atmosphere despite being busy. We will definitely be returning soon!"

Full menu - 21 options

All prices are estimates on menu.

Sandwiches

Uncategorized

All Mods

Chicken Wings

Main Courses

Burgers &Amp; Chicken Sandwhiches

Beef Dishes

Seafood

Mo Cheese

Dips

Entrées

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Chicken

American Food

Salads

Burger

Luke Luke

The ribs were absolutely fantastic, the location was beautiful, and the staff were friendly. The venue had a really nice atmosphere.

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Reviews

994joanns
994joanns

Absolutely amazing food, fabulous service, great atmosphere. The meat was so so tender, great choice of music aswell, Will definitely be returning


jesssamy
jesssamy

The food was delicious, the drinks were excellent, and the service was outstanding. The atmosphere was fantastic. I highly recommend this restaurant.


LTolch
LTolch

One of the few places you won’t regret going to. Truly fantastic food and every bite was enjoyable. We are the onion rings, nachos, burgers and burrito. Each meal was enjoyed View menu


yulial494
yulial494

Me and partner came here a couple of months ago and as always I dissected the menu before going! When we arrived, me being the expert I was, asked for the platter I wanted from looking at the menu. The platters were worded differently and I accidentally ordered the wrong one!


kellieanner2021
kellieanner2021

Stunning! We are huge lovers of smoked meat. This exceeded our expectations. Jaz and her staff were super friendly and attentive! The food was out of this world and the drinks was delicious. They accommodated my gluten intolerance. And super patient waiting for us to finish our drinks with a friendly chat!


Brad
Brad

Don’t know if I visited on an off day, but what a let down. After reading the reviews here I booked a table and quickly ordered a three meat platter. The food arrived quickly, but my beer took ages to arrive. The wings were ok…if a little cooler than you would expect, the pulled pork and brisket were both dry and not all that tasty either had to drown it in bbq sauce). Chips were distinctly average and coleslaw very cheap tasting. Honestly I’ve had better bbq food from Aldi and cooking it myself in the oven. View menu


ffionr79
ffionr79

We had a fabulous meal here for our wedding anniversary. We went on a Thursday evening and it wasn’t too busy which was nice. Lovely decor and atmosphere. Very relaxed vibes. Great selection of drinks. We pre ordered the sharing platter (pulled pork, ribs and brisket) which serves two. My husband and I are big foodies and did wonder whether it would be enough for the two of us- it DEFINITELY was! We couldn’t finish it all but then we did share a starter (calamari which was stunning) and ordered bacon Mac and cheese as an extra side. Food was absolutely amazing, so so tasty. Quick service, friendly staff and will definitely be back. Thank you


susandQ6782ER
susandQ6782ER

This is the third time we have eaten at the Smoke House and I have to say every time we've eaten there the quality of the food, service and ambience has all been excellent, this place never fails to please. Last night we shared the Calimari as a starter, Calimari was perfectly cooked and came with the most delicious garlic sauce. The food was piping hot which is also a pleaser on a frosty January evening. For mains, we both chose the pork ribs which just melted in our mouths and the BBQ sauce accompanying it was really tangy, the only downside was I was too full to finish it all off. I would highly recommend this restaurant we will definitely be returning


ectaylor28
ectaylor28

My partner and I visited this restaurant on a Saturday evening and we were incredibly impressed with everything. We had made a reservation and pre-ordered our smoked meats a few days in advance, as the restaurant is small and tries to minimize waste. When we arrived, we were promptly seated and ordered drinks. The special was a raspberry mojito, which I tried, while my partner ordered a standard mojito. Both cocktails were delicious, and we were lucky to be seated close to the bar where we could watch them being prepared. Our food order was taken about 10 minutes later. We started with some chicken wings, which were cooked perfectly and had a crispy skin. The blue cheese dip was a winner! Fo... View menu

Categories

  • Bbq Savor the smoky and savory flavors of our barbecue offerings. From tender ribs to juicy briskets, each dish is grilled to perfection with our signature sauces and spices for an authentic BBQ experience.
  • Beer Discover our selection of refreshing beers, from crisp lagers to bold ales and rich stouts. Whether you prefer local brews or international favorites, we have the perfect pint to elevate your dining experience. View menu
  • Sushi Delight in our exquisite sushi selection, featuring fresh ingredients, expertly crafted rolls, and traditional nigiri. Each bite offers a harmonious blend of flavors, promising a true taste of Japan.
  • Steak Savor prime cuts of juicy, tender steaks, expertly grilled to perfection. Each bite offers a burst of flavor, served with classic sides and delectable sauces to enhance your dining experience.

Amenities

  • Beer
  • Wine
  • menu
  • Wifi
  • menu
  • Seating

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