When we travel off-the-beaten-path, chances are, we’ll encounter a hidden gem along the way. A mom-and-pop shop serving some of the best darn country cookin’ you’ve ever eaten. And naturally, we must stop in to experience all that yummy goodness, right? Well, that’s exactly what you’ll find at Sweetpea’s Smokehouse in Kirby AR. This family restaurant in Arkansas that’s nestled along the countryside is sooo worth the trip to the middle of nowhere..

Located at the foothills of the Ouachita Mountain is the tiny town of Kirby, and it’s home to Sweetpea’s Smokehouse, a delicious BBQ restaurant.
Sweetpea's Smokehouse in Kirby, AR
Sweetpea's Smokehouse, Kirby, AR 71950, USA
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It’s a family-owned restaurant housed in a wooden shack off Highway 70, and it has all the charm of grandma’s house, so you’ll feel welcomed.
It specializes in smoking various kinds of meats including chicken, beef, pork, deer, and more. Sweetpea's also provides a custom smoked meat service.
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Stop by this BBQ shack on Wednesday to Sunday for lunch and dinner, but don’t miss out on the breakfast served on the weekends.
You won’t find a fancy place with a bunch of bells and whistles, but don’t let that fool you. This quaint restaurant serves some of the best down-home cookin’ in the Ouachitas.
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And of course, you'll fall in love with its simplicity and rustic charm.
All the meats are dry rubbed and slow smoked on an old-fashioned smoker, so it’s guaranteed that you’ll be getting quality BBQ.
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And speaking of BBQ, the menu includes favorites like brisket, pulled pork, smoked sausages, ribs, and more.

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Come hungry because Sweetpea’s plates are overflowing with BBQ goodness. The hickory smoked meats are divine, and they are served with 2 delicious homemade sides.
Sweetpea's Smokehouse in Kirby, AR
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Choose from sweet baked beans infused with pork juices, coleslaw, potato salad, and mac and cheese, just to name a few.
Aside from BBQ, other menu items include favorites like country fried steak, burgers, sandwiches, and more.
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As well as their specialty items like tamales, giant smoked hot dogs, and the overstuffed baked potato.
If you're in the area on the weekends, be sure to stop in for breakfast.
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The portion sizes are massive and after you’re done, you’ll feel like you’ve been hugged by grandma.
If that weren’t enough, you gotta save room for dessert. The fried homemade pies are to die for.
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So, with all this yummy goodness, you’ll agree that this family restaurant in Arkansas is worth the drive to the country.

Have you been to Sweetpea’s Smokehouse in Kirby AR to try their delicious smoked meats? If so, tell us about it in the comments below. Also, follow Sweetpea’s Smokehouse on Facebook for a full list of menu items as well as their specials. 

And while you’re in the area, take a step back in time by visiting this old-fashioned general store in Arkansas. Or burn off some of those calories by taking a hike on one of the hiking trails in Kirby Arkansas.

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From BBQ mom-and-pop shops to dairy bars and more, these are some of the best restaurants in Arkansas:

  • Dondie’s White River Princess, Des Arc
  • Purple Cow, Multiple Locations
  • The Mammoth Orange Café, Redfield
  • Abe’s Ole Feed House, Lawson
  • Monte Ne Inn, Rogers
  • Jones Bar-B-Q, Marianna
  • Cliff House Restaurant, Jasper
  • McClard's Bar-B-Q, Hot Springs
  • Oark General Store and Café, Oark
  • Weinkeller Restaurant, Wiederkehr Village
  • Ozark Café, Jasper
  • Charlotte's Eats & Sweets, Keo

Check out our article to learn more about the best restaurants in Arkansas that you must visit. 

What are some of the best bakeries in Arkansas?

If you have a sweet tooth and searching for the best bakeries in Arkansas, here are some of the places that we recommend:

  • Wild Sweet William’s Baking House, Searcy
  • Cheesecake on Point, Little Rock
  • Briar Rose Bakery, Farmington
  • PattiCakes Bakery, Conway
  • Ms. Lena's Pies, De Valls Bluff
  • Community Bakery, Little Rock
  • Serenity Farm Bread, Leslie
  • Neighbors Mill, Harrison
  • The Wooden Spoon Bakery, Gentry
  • Magnolia Bake Shop, Magnolia
  • Lybrand's Bakery & Deli, Pine Bluff
  • Julie's Sweet Shoppe, Conway

Be sure to visit our website to discover more of the best bakeries in Arkansas. 

Are there good BBQ restaurants in Arkansas?

Of course, we have a lot of restaurants in Arkansas that serve some of the most mouthwatering BBQ around. Here are some of the ones that belong on your list:

  • Craig’s Bar-B-Q, De Valls Bluff
  • Knightfire BBQ, Searcy
  • Wright's Barbecue, Johnson
  • Cunningham’s Barbeque, Atkins
  • Hoots BBQ, Bakery, and Grill, McGehee
  • Uncle Henry’s BBQ, Sheridan
  • Nick's Bar-B-Q & Catfish, Carlisle
  • Brother's BBQ, Heber Springs
  • Lindsey's Hospitality House & Barbecue, North Little Rock
  • Rivertowne BBQ, Ozark
  • Whole Hog Cafe, Little Rock

Read our previous article to find out more about these BBQ restaurants in Arkansas.

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