Smitty has created a niche market that combines the savory, smoky barbeque that is his hallmark served along with flavorful authentic Louisiana Bayou cuisine, a rarity in San Diego and environs.
If you’re looking for those perfect BBQ ribs, catfish, or seafood basket this is the spot to go in National City.
Based on 62 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.1 stars. Price $$
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Takeout ✔️ Delivery
Address:
41 E 8th St, National City, CA 91950
Phone: (619) 831-2318
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Hours
| Friday | 11:30 AM–8 PM |
| Saturday | 11:30 AM–9 PM |
| Sunday | 11:30 AM–8 PM |
| Monday
(Labor Day)
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11:30 AM–8 PM
Hours might differ
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| Tuesday | 11:30 AM–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:30 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday | 11:30 AM–8 PM |
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Reviews
Jalen Sellars
Great place for soul food and a catfish lover like myself from the South. This place is located inside multiple other restaurants and business it’s almost like a food mall.
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k b
First things first. Located inside the National City Public Market. You have to walk inside the market to get to Smitty’s. Orders are not taken on the phone. Order directly through their website link.
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Free Livingson
Collards greens, fish and shrimps were very flavorful. Customer service was great. I would recommend.
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Larry Barnum
Being from South Mississippi, I didn’t have much expectation from any place on the west coast that sells soul food. Smitty’s is legit! Flavorful, good portions, and decently price. The Mac and cheese, greens, and baked beans were all off the chain. I highly recommend.
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Johnnie Scott
Had the catfish dinner with two sides: baked beans and greens. My wife ordered Catfish shrimp and Fries. I guess we weren’t in the mood for ribs this trip so I will need to get back to try those. Everything was great except the beans were too spicy for me or my wife who usually likes spicy food. The catfish was delicious though.
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Jeremy Daniels
Wow, this food was amazing! Had the BBQ chicken, it was massive and so juicy. Sauce was on point too! Mac and cheese and baked beans were fantastic too. Would give six stars if I could!
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Angel
Idk where to start. Was it the plain fish? Or shrimp the tiny portion of fries or what. But for the seafood bucket to cost $24 and the portion size be small along with NO seasoning. The fish literally tasted like water. Whatever you think about the bayou or any Cajun food no, it does not matter here. So sad I wasted my money.
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Rod Gullo
Andouille sausage and pulled pork sandwich, and ribs are delicious. They pair well with the beers inside the Novo Brazil brewery.
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Evan Schwalb
Ribs were awesome, and the collards were delicious, felt like I was back in Florida with how good they were!
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Cory Williams
Ribs tender dirty rice needed more it’s delicious nice portions for the price
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