If you’re searching for an American restaurant that takes smoked meats to a new level, look no further than Smoke Public House in West Hartford, CT. This establishment has quickly become a local favorite, winning over patrons with its diverse menu and delightful ambiance.
Customers rave about the smoked brisket and baby back ribs, both praised for their tenderness and flavor. Julie Dupuis highlights the delicious fried pickles and recommends sharing the rib dinner — perfect for two. For those seeking vegetarian options, the tofu serves as a versatile substitute without compromising taste, as noted by jeffrey kadison.
The creative drink menu deserves attention as well; Stacy adored the Taco salad in a taco bowl, paired beautifully with the classic PMS Martini and a top-notch mocktail, the Berry Fizz. Moreover, the skillful bartenders, like Tao, enhance the experience with knowledgeable recommendations. The range of Japanese whiskeys adds an extra layer of intrigue for adventurous sippers.
With a lively atmosphere featuring old-world charm and even a DJ on Friday nights, Smoke Public House promises not just a meal, but a memorable outing. It’s a place you’ll want to return to, time and again.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
Has outdoor seating
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
No delivery
Highlights
Has fast service
Has great beer selection
Serves great cocktails
Has live music
Good for watching sport
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves cocktails
Serves coffee
Serves comfort food
Serves food
Serves happy-hour drinks
Serves happy-hour food
Serves late-night food
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Serves spirits
Serves vegetarian dishes
Serves wine
Dining options
Serves breakfast
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has bar on site
Has gender-neutral toilets
Has toilet
Has Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Trendy
Crowd
Family friendly
Good for groups
LGBTQ+ friendly
Popular with tourists
Transgender safe space
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs available
Has kids' menu
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking
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Reviews For Smoke Public House
Julie Dupuis
Jun 8,2025
So good! Food was amazing! Love Tao - great bartender! She checked on us frequently and made a great recommendation for dinner! Had the fried pickles which were delish and split the rib dinner with a side of brisket. More that enough for two people. They have three different Japanese whiskeys which we’ll be back to try!
jeffrey kadison
Jun 1,2025
All of the smoked meats are relatively lean and are very tasty. The chicken thighs and pork are my favorites. Dumplings and cordon bleu balls are great appetizers. Tofu is a good alternative for vegetarians and carnivores too. Good alcohol and beer choices.
Stacy
May 14,2025
Absolutely love this place! The food is amazing, so is the drink!!! We ordered the Taco salad with pulled pork and bbq sauce. The salad came in a taco bowl, which was a good balance with the salad itself. The PMS Martini was very classic. Berry Fizz was the best mocktail I ever had! Excellent customer service too! We'll come back for sure!
Dave Kennedy
May 10,2025
I came for the smoked brisket and was NOT disappointed! It was great. My wife is a ribs lover and really enjoyed the baby back ribs dinner. The ambiance has an interesting old world vibe. We’re adding Smoke Public House to our list of favorites.
Jessica P
Apr 13,2025
Very cool spot! Our server was fantastic and the food was delicious! The inside had a great vibe and when the weather warms up the patio looks like it would be great time. She told us a DJ goes in at 10pm on Friday so that would be fun to check out some time. We will definitely go back!
A L ə X
Apr 3,2025
Another awesome drum and bass night! Never ate here but been to a few of these now and they are crazy fun. They had an MC all the way from Germany. Super cool.
Teresa Vandal
Mar 27,2025
Just so everyone knows; I had PLANNED to take pictures of both mine and my husband's meals, and I DID take pictures of some of the other areas of Smoke Public House....but I FORGOT to take pictures of the meals themselves, so I can only hope I can create a truly delectable image in your minds of each of the plates with my words alone.... Putting that aside; I honestly do not understand some of the negative reviews I read about the place because in mine and my husband's minds; it is one fantastic restaurant! The minute we walked in; the whole atmosphere seemed welcoming, cozy and relaxing. It had a bit of a "British Pub vibe"; which my husband and I do love, and the staff was very congenial and friendly! Once we were handed the menus I could not help but notice the creativity and effort put into the look, and thought how it only added to the overall pleasant feel of the place. When it comes to the food itself; of course my husband wanted to try the ribs, so he ordered the 1/2 rack meal, and though at first he thought it might be just a tad pricey; when he got his food he realized it would be well worth the price because of all it came with. I promise; it is not a meal you would leave hungry from; ribs, garlic mashed potatoes, coleslaw, roasted vegetables, and a VERY LARGE piece of very well made cornbread; crumbly a little, but still moist, with an excellent balance between sweet and savory. I just wanted something simple so I asked for the Smoked BBQ Sandwich. Now with this sandwich you get a choice of chicken, pork or brisket, on a hard roll with a slice of cheddar, carmelized onion, bbq sauce, jalapenos and lettuce. I did need to ask them to leave the jalapenos off as my stomach is not good with spicey food any more; which they did, but when I took that first bite, it was as if I had never tried good bbq before I tried that sandwich. For a side; regular fries, sweet potato fries, onion rings or a side salad could come with the sandwich; of which I asked for the sweet potato fries because I had not had any in AGES, and let me tell you it was a very generous helping. Now imagine the taste; imagine something so perfectly crisp on the outside, and something so perfectly soft, fluffy and sweet on the inside, and THAT is their sweet potato fries!! I do NOT think I will ever truly enjoy anyone else's after these; they were THAT yummy!! Now add all of those qualities together and imagine yourself having a truly delightful meal out! I promise; with all that in this establishment's favor; you will NOT be disappointed!!
Niluksha Wickramaarachchi
Mar 8,2025
Good food and nice small place with about 10 to 15 tables. They have a DJ starting at 11pm on Fridays and he was very good. Our second chicken wings order was half cooked and was not good though.
Reviews For Smoke Public House