Smokey D's Bbq

1200 Locust St, 50391-9995 - Des Moines
Recommended by Sluurpy: 2025 2024 2021
🏆 #60 of 382 restaurants in Des Moines
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American Barbecue
Known for: barbecue ribs
★★★★★ ★★★★★
4.2/5
139 recommendations

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100/100
Quality
60/100
Data Completeness
61/100

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4.2/5
Sluurpometro: 84/100
Sluurpy Score
139 total reviews
TA Trip
4.5/5
54 reviews
G Google
4.2/5
41 reviews
F Foursquare
4.0/5
44 reviews

Rating distribution

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Contact Information

📞 Phone: +1 515-288-1000
📍 Address: 1200 Locust St, Des Moines

🕐 Opening Hours

Open now Closes at 10:00 PM
Monday1 06:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Tuesday2 04:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Wednesday3 03:30 AM - 10:30 PM
Thursday4 04:00 AM - 08:00 PM
Friday5 04:30 AM - 08:30 PM
Saturday6 04:00 AM - 08:00 PM
Sunday7 06:00 AM - 09:00 PM

Google Reviews

4.2/5
★★★★
41 Google reviews
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Alex S

3 years ago
★★★★★ 5/5
I haven't been to this place for a few years but I came across my pictures and remembered how good it was. Now I can't wait to go back. They had a great selection of meats. Even the sides were delicious. As you can see, there are a few choices of sauces, too. I got the pulled pork and the chicken and they were both incredible. If I'm ever passing through Des Moines again, I'll definitely make a stop.
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Kathleen Mongar

a year ago
★★☆☆☆ 2/5
Brought two rib platters and the ribs were terrible. They were dry and tough. Either they were over cooked or were sitting to long to be served up. They should be been thrown out and not served to a customer. This was very disappointing because this makes the second time I have issues with my carryout ordered. I will not be back.
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Alison Gamm

2 years ago
★★★★★ 5/5
This is my favorite BBQ place in town! The food is always consistent and delicious. Their burnt ends and mac are a must! I also appreciate that they have Gluten Free accommodations!
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Erik Hall

4 years ago
★★★★★ 5/5
Smokey D's has the best bbq in Des Moines, in my opinion. From tasty tender brisket to slow cooked perfect ribs to a tenderloin sandwich bigger than your head. Don't forget to get some of their delicious potato casserole as well. Employees are always helpful and friendly which makes for a great environment with great food.
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J Misel

3 years ago
★★★★☆ 4/5
can not complain at all about the food minus the portions being a bit smaller than I would like. the taste of the food is always on point. I wish this location was open for more hours as driving to their main location is slightly inconvenient.
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Brock Bailey

2 years ago
★★★★★ 5/5
My Favorite BBQ spot downtown on Locust.
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Robert Reese

3 years ago
★★★☆☆ 3/5
He sides were good, but the brisket was pretty dry. This is the only time I've been here, so maybe it's just a mediocre batch.
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Terri Pollard

2 years ago
★★★★★ 5/5
I love this place food is the best especially the ribs. Never had bad food here.
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