Posted in Wisconsin May 31, 2020 by Daniella DiRienzo

A Rustic BBQ Joint, Smoky Jon’s In Wisconsin Is A Carnivore’s Dream Come True

The next time you get a hankering for some BBQ but don’t have the time or skills to make said BBQ, we’ve got the perfect solution – Smoky Jon’s. In business for decades, the restaurant has perfected the art of wood-cooked BBQ. And it’s not just locals who the love the fare. Over the years, Smoky Jon’s has won numerous world and national BBQ championships.

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As Madison’s all-time BBQ king, Smoky Jon’s is the perfect place to satisfy your craving for some smoky goodness.

Opened in 1974, the eatery, more specifically its out-of-this-world BBQ, has won countless accolades throughout the years. It’s even been named *one of the top BBQ places in America*.

And the fact that Smoky Jon’s is totally independent and locally-owned makes its longtime status and increasing popularity even more impressive.

Oozing rustic charm, Smoky Jon’s interior is fashioned to look like a log cabin.

And the tables are outfitted with red-and-white checkered tablecloths.

Sticking with the laidback atmosphere, the menu is plastered on the wall. Large in size and variety, it's brimming with BBQ favorites.

Speaking of the BBQ, Smoky Jon’s cooks its meats to perfection, using a special rotisserie, wood-burning BBQ pit.

The end result is meat that is tender, juicy, and deliciously smoky. Signature gourmet BBQ sauces only add to the fare’s tastiness.

Though each and every item on the menu is as tasty as the next, the ribs are a real standout. In fact, they’ve been referred to as *the best ribs in the universe*.

So, are you ready to pay a visit to this longtime favorite?

Smoky Jon’s is open Tuesday – Sunday, from 11 a.m. – 9 p.m. For more information, call (608) 249-7427. You can also visit the Smoky Jon’s website or Facebook page.

So, did you know about Smoky Jon’s? Ever visited? If so, how was the BBQ? Tell us in the comments section.

This isn’t the only place to fill up on great BBQ in Wisconsin. Read about others here.

Address: 2310 Packers Ave, Madison, WI 53704, USA