About
Located in Lockhart, Texas, Smitty's Market is a legendary barbecue joint with a rich history that has been serving up mouthwatering BBQ for generations. The atmosphere at Smitty's is rustic and authentic, transporting diners back in time with its old-school decorations and charming market setting.
When it comes to the BBQ, Smitty's does not disappoint. Their brisket is cooked to perfection, with a moist and marbled texture that melts in your mouth. The smoked turkey is a standout dish, accompanied by delicious sweet pickles that add the perfect touch of sweetness. And let's not forget about the sausage, a favorite among many loyal customers.
One of the unique aspects of Smitty's Market is its "a la carte" ordering system. Diners choose their protein at the counter and then move into the market area to select their sides, drinks, and desserts. The family-style seating adds to the communal dining experience, making it a great spot for groups and families.
Whether you're a fan of traditional Texas BBQ or just looking for a memorable dining experience, Smitty's Market is a must-visit destination. From the tender and juicy meat to the tangy hot sauce and nostalgic vibes, Smitty's has something for everyone. Make sure to arrive early to beat the lunch rush and savor every bite of the BBQ goodness that Smitty's has to offer.
“ Smitty's legacy runs deep in our family. My husband has been coming here since he was a child and his parents since they were children. There is much history in the soot filled bbq walls of Smitty's. You feel it, smell it, and taste it in the BBQ goodness that Smitty's produces. The BBQ pit masters cook up excellent, moist marbled brisket. But my personal favorite is the smoked turkey accompanied by sweet pickles. My husband and his family personally all LOVE the sausage. If you're not a sweet pickle fan, I suggest trying Smitty's with their BBQ. (Yummmmm). Everything is a La carte. Upon entering you order your protein. Then move into the "market" for the sides, drinks and desserts. There is plenty of family style seating available, first come first serve. If you go during lunch expect a line. ”
“ A couple of months ago I took my girlfriend to Smitty's for lunch and it was great. The Bbq, the sides, the service, and the Pitt area was great. The brisket was fabulous! If you are looking for a romantic restaurant then Smitty's is not the place. It's a charming old market. I recommend you get there when it opens because it does get busy. If you are looking for Texas bbq then Smitty's is a good place to go to. Oh.... There is plenty of street parking. Will be back! ”
“ A friend suggested this barbecue restaurant for dinner. I got the pork ribs. It's not really a sit down type of restaurant where you have a waitress. You pick your food right from the grill pit. It's fairly busy but a weeknight is pretty quiet. The sides are sold separately in the dining area. Well lit and clean. ”
“ I'm quite shocked at the low reviews of Smitty's. Albeit, I only stopped at 2 bbq joints on my trip to Lockhart, it was by far my favorite of the two. Reasons being- 1. Flavor and 2. Pricing. Their brisket was sooo good and their half chicken had so much more flavor than my second stop. Loved the old school decorations within. It made me feel like I had taken a step back in time. There's no question that this will be a must stop the next time I'm in town! ”
“ Our first time in Lockhart, Texas to try tbbq! What better place than Texas bbq capital! We tried the brisket, sausage, and ribs!!!! All were so so good! The meat is tender, juicy and the servings are a lot! We love the brisket the most! So much meat with a little fat. The service was quick and all the workers were wonderful!! They listened to your order and quickly got you out the line! The place is huge with many tables- not many sides but enough, the meat here is so good! The hot sauce they have is so tangy with a hint of spice! The plus for our kids is the chicken game after-- itheres one arcade game, the workers gave my kids quarters so they can hear the chicken speak and give an egg with a prose inside! Smittya is a must for the meat!!! ”
“ The service was good... efficient but not super friendly. They serve saltine crackers and don't use forks. The beans and turkey were excellent. The brisket was a little dry. It is definitely old school but in a good way. ”
“ I took photos but we ordered our bbq to go and the pictures we took later did not do the delicious bbq and sides much justice in our opinion. We ordered sausage, turkey and lean brisket along with pinto beans and cream corn. The service was friendly and helpful and wow, the ambience in this place....it oozed smoke (literally) and bbq history. The nostalgia was over the top. We thought all of our food was very good, especially the smoked turkey. The prices were the most reasonable that we have encountered at an authentic Central Texas bbq restaurant yet! My hubby is "the bean guy" and we order them everywhere we have bbq. He loved that the beans were a pinto but homemade ranch style. So very good. I would definitely return! It's worth a visit! ”
“ So I could not leave Lockhart Texas without going by the famous Smitty's barbecue. This is the original barbecue place of Lockhart. It used to be cried to Marc, but the family split up and crates is its own barbecue place but all the local people loves Smitty's it's the original and has the best sausage rings in town so I picked some up for my dad and some for me. This is where the historical fire pit is and where they serve you your barbecue on butcher paper and not on Plates, so if you're in Lockhart, this is a visit. You will definitely enjoy it. They have brisket, shoulder, pork chops, prime, rib, sausage, and jalapeño sausage a variety of foods. ”