Ranked one of Eater’s 38 Essential Chicago Restaurants, Soul & Smoke Avondale is the newest location of one of Chicago’s best barbecue and soul food restaurants located at Rockwell on the River, a bustling space to rent a boat, enjoy drinks at Metropolitan Brewing, Judson & Moore Distillery, or visit Metropolis Coffee’s factory store. Enjoy our signature Meat Sampler with 6oz brisket, 6oz pulled pork, 1/2lb rib tips, and 1 hot link, while taking in amazing river views from our patio or glass-walled dining room. This location is in the process of expansion, with a bigger kitchen, new smokers, and a full bar expected in early 2024.
We pour our soul into this food, because barbecue is a craft worthy of devotion.
Based on 89 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.2 stars. Price $$
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Takeout ✔️ No-contact delivery
Address:
3057 N Rockwell St, Chicago, IL 60618
Phone: (773) 648-7610
Website:
Hours
| Sunday |
11 AM–9 PM |
| Monday
(Labor Day)
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11 AM–9 PM
Holiday hours
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| Tuesday |
Closed |
| Wednesday |
11 AM–10 PM |
| Thursday |
11 AM–10 PM |
| Friday |
11 AM–11 PM |
| Saturday |
11 AM–11 PM |
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Reviews
Alexander Engler
Stopped in today on my way to the Metro for a concert. I ordered the rib tips and a side of Mac n cheese. The meat on the rib tips was so juicy and tender that it slid right off the bones. The crust on the meat was full of flavor. The BBQ was sweet with a touch of tang, the perfect accompaniment to the rib tips. The portion size for the Mac n cheese was just right for me but could have been shared between two adults. Great food, prepared the right way! I would definitely recommend this joint to those looking for great tasting BBQ.
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Sasha LoveLess`
The best bbq in the Gold Coast the Mac and cheese greens and Chicken Gumbo is full of sooooo much flavor the brisket was tender juicy and fresh and omg the corn bread with the cinnamon butter delicious this place is must try
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Vishra Patel
We came here for a restaurant week. The menu was advertised for $25 per person. It included one smoked brisket, some greens, mac & cheese, barbecue sauce, and a corn muffin.
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Clay Thomas
If you are hungry, order 1/2 pound brisket, 1/2 pound pork rib tips and side of rice/beans. You will be satisfied. Excellent BBQ. Shame it isn’t cooked on site, but with BBQ it doesn’t matter as much. Superior service and selection. Highly recommend!
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N H
Brisket was no joke – very juicy and perfect seasoned crust. Got the prime brisket dinner and all sides were incredible as well. Went on a Tuesday! Ate outside with beautiful view of the river. Highly recommend!
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Mike
Great place to grab a bite on the river. We ordered ribs, brisket sliders, the loaded nduja sausage link, mashed potatoes, the chicken gumbo, and corn bread and washed it down with brews from Metropolitan Brewing Company on the patio. Everything was great and we will definitely be back!
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Shawn Lai
This is one of my favorite BBQ spots. We discovered it when they had a location at the Time Out Market in Fulton but that location is no longer there. We 20 min drive each way to get their food. The pulled pork is juicy and not super dry, the BBQ sauce is just right, their coleslaw on the pulled pork sandwich pairs perfectly, the Three Cheese Mac n’ Cheese is delicious, and their cornbread muffins are very tasty, not dry at all. This was our first time picking up at the Avondale location, which was kind of hidden away but is right on the Chicago River.
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Taylor Alcantar
I ordered the Avondale meat sampler (prime brisket, pulled pork, rib tips and a hot link) plus chicken gumbo, mashed potatoes and collard greens. Everything was amazing and the meats were perfectly cooked. Best brisket I’ve ever had.
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Chelsie Tamms
Great flavors! We tried the brisket, mac and cheese, and baked beans – all were great.
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Lauren Cvengros
Literally the best mac and cheese I’ve ever had in my life. Creamy gooey goodness. And the homemade pickles were zesty and crunchy, too! Do not pass them up when you’re grabbing a few at Metropolitan
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