Smokey D's BBQ — Restaurant in Des Moines

Picture posted is not of actual food purchased however it’s real Q at its freshest.

I’m an avid BBQ fan living in Tn and I travel all over the United States and Canada. I search out the nearest spot and go for it. This spot I was deeply disappointed when I was making m order. I heard the microwave ding and I asked the girl if she was rehearing the meat. She stated they get their meat from their other location and so they have to reheat it. It’s flash frozen she said to retain the freshness. Let me tell you, the owners of this place... if this is what you consider a proven method for your satellite location I’m sorry your in the business. I too smoke my own meats and catering events back home, people don’t let this place fool you. I’ve cooled plenty of meat, wrapped in foil and placed in a cooler to get warm for up to 6 hours. Opening the meat on the 6th hour and steam came out of the wrapping of a pork shoulder. So many better ways to do this. Keep them warm in a warmer and carve and slice as needed. Your method is producing dried out meat and I’m sure when it’s fresh it’s good stuff. Mac and cheese was good, slaw tasted commissary purchased. Beans tasted like bush’s beans I was told. I have many favorites across the country and they cook the night before and when it’s sold out for the day they close the doors. I’m tempted to try your other location to see if this too is your method there. I’m posting a picture of my pork shoulder as yours is not worthy to post. I had brisket and turkey, again I hate to say this all but one simple method of maintaining fresh would surprise your locals to wanna...

I pass by this place during my daily walks in the Skywalk. I grabbed lunch here and ordered the pulled chicken sandwich and two sides: Mac and Cheese with Potato Salad. The only thing I ate was the buns and Mac and cheese. The Sassy BBQ sauce was really good. I'm giving only 1 star because the potato salad completely ruined my experience. It tasted like a chemical taste. It was hard too explain the taste but I took another bite and it tastes and smells like a sharpie. I'm not sure if I got a bad batch or if it just tastes like this but I don't think potato salad is supposed to taste like a strong chemical. As I'm writing this I'm getting bad acid...

I got the barbecued egg rolls with Asian sauce. Hubs picked a lunch combo with brisket, garlic bread, slaw and fries. We were given cups for our drinks and some kind of gizmo that helps the server find your table. In spite of so many people, we easily found a clean table. In no time at all, a server came with our food, checked to make sure we were happy and everything was correct. Not only was it correct, it was delicious. Husband loved the brisket and slaw. The fries were seasoned, not...