My party and I received complimentary dinners from Smokey Bones Bar & Grill of Reading, PA in exchange for an honest review. I received no further compensation. All opinions are my own.
I’ve tasted a lot of BBQ ribs in my life. Smokey Bones own, St. Louis Ribs have the best flavor. This is coming from someone who smoked ribs in a steakhouse for 12 years.
Recently my guy and I took a trip to Reading to have the Smokey Bones experience. We dined at 6:00 pm on a busy Sunday night. It was nice to see a relaxed atmosphere where patrons were enjoying themselves.
Smokey Bones offers a view of the kitchen and central bar.
The staff was courteous and very professional. Our server, Loretta was helpful with suggestions and knowledgeable about the menu and each selection.
I took her advice and ordered the Sweet Bourbon Peach Tea. This is one of Smokey Bones signature cocktails. It is a delicious combination of Maker’s Mark Bourbon, Aperol Liqueur, peach purée, hand squeezed lemon juice, and house brewed sweet tea then topped with a peach skewer and fresh rosemary. Outstanding!
We started off with 2 very different appetizers. I’m partial to fried green tomatoes.
Smokey Bones Fried Green Tomatoes are crisp and crunchy. A great way to start off a meal.
Now my companion might beg to differ. He ordered the Tomato and Grilled Cheese Soup. He said it was the best tomato soup he ever had and that it was hearty, not too sweet. The grilled cheese croutons put it over the top! I was surprised, he’s usually stingy with the compliments!
He guarded his cup but I got a quick pic in!
I asked our hostess what she likes best to eat at Smokey Bones. Her face broadened and without hesitation she answered,”BBQ ribs!” I was sold.
With two in-house smokers constantly being hand-fed 18˝ hickory logs every day and night Smokey Bones delivers true in-house smoked flavor.
Photo from Smokey Bones website
Loretta recommended the Double Trouble.
Billed as “A tag team of taste”, the Double Trouble serves 1/3 rack of baby back plus 1/3 rack of house-smoked, St. Louis-style rubbed ribs. The sauce is sweet and smoky.
I enjoyed everything about the St. Louis rubbed ribs. These ribs were fall off the bone tender and perfectly spiced. The baby back ribs were a bit tougher but flavorful.
My guy got the Stacked Baked Potato & Salad with brisket. A loaded baked potato topped with pulled pork or Texas-Style Beef Brisket, cheddar jack, bacon, sour cream and green onions. Then garlic bread with your choice of Garden Greens or Caesar side salad. A meal in itself!
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Would I go back, you ask? Absolutely! I highly recommend you try Smokey Bones Bar & Fire Grill. When you go, come back here and leave a comment. I would love to hear about your experience!
