The Smoke Daddy Rhythm and Bar-B-Que
3.7
- Neighborhood: East Village / Ukrainian Village
- 1804 W. Division St.
- Chicago, IL 60622
- 773-772-6656
All the meat at the Smoke Daddy is slow-smoked in an authentic pit-barbecue oven. The signature Smoke Daddy BBQ sauce adds a savory touch. Live jazz and blues acts appear seven days a week, providing a perfect soundtrack for enjoying barbecue. Bookings are generally small combos, including some excellent traditional jazz fare, with regulars like Chicagobound, Expansion Project and the Urban Hog Wranglers. Bluesman Rockin' Johnny, Lenny Linn and Dave Specter have also played here. This is a small venue for music, and thus the live experience is laid-back and intimate. The dining room is lit low, keeping the atmosphere cool and comfortable. This is a good place for non-meat eaters as well, with a popular vegetarian barbecue sandwich.
Getting There
- Cross Streets:
- Division and Wood.
- Parking:
- Street Parking Difficult
- Public Transportation:
- CTA Bus: 70 Division, 50 Damen. Blue Line Train: Division Stop.
- Wheelchair Access:
- Yes
The Basics
- Hours:
- 11:30 a.m.-midnight Sunday-Thursday; 11:30 a.m.-2 a.m. Friday-Saturday (closing hours subject to change)
- Cuisine:
- American Regional and Barbecue
- Meals Served:
- Dinner and Lunch
- Price Range:
- $$$ ($16-$25)
- Reservations:
- Accepted. For parties of six or more.
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar. Bottles of wine are half price on Tuesdays.
- Smoking:
- No
- Bar Style:
- Lounge and Neighborhood
- Audience:
- Adults / 18+
Features
- Carryout:
- Yes
- Atmosphere and Personality:
- Theme. BBQ
- ATM:
- Yes. Across the street at the corner store.
- Live Music:
- Yes. Seven nights.
- Features:
- Catering, Free Admission, and On-site Merchandise. Full off-premise catering available. BBQ sauce, meat rub, Bloody Mary mix, hats and shirts. No buffet.
- Worth Noting:
- Recommended
- Specialties:
- Baby back ribs, spareribs.
- Payment Methods:
- American Express, Diners Club, Discover Card, Mastercard, and Visa
- Outdoor Seating:
- Yes. Capacity: 50
- Delivery:
- Yes
- Seating :
- Capacity: 52
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"Everything good, nothing awesome. "
By ab from uptown, September 29, 2008
Had the daddy platter with spareribs, pulled pork, and sliced brisket. Beans and coleslaw on the side. Sweet tea to drink, skillet cookie for des...
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"Great food"
By Enjoygoodfood from Bucktown, June 9, 2008
I like it, I recommend to go an enjoy the chicken, pork and beef. Unbelievable food.!!!
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"yo, guys, listen"
By mo from wicker, May 11, 2008
Love the food, but how many times do I have to ask for no onions on something. The past 10 times I've gone or ordered from here they forget somethi...
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