The take
From the sourcesLocated at Rockwell on the River, this Avondale spot specializes in chef-driven soul food and signature smoked meats, including prime brisket that is smoked fresh daily until sold out. The restaurant features a sun-filled dining room and a riverside patio where guests can pair BBQ plates with craft cocktails, beer, or wine. Distinctive for its transition from ghost kitchen to a full-service social space, it also offers meat samplers, slider kits, and extensive catering options.
Strengths
- · Riverside patio seating
- · Full bar with cocktails and wine
- · High quality prime brisket options
Caveats
- · Chicago-based not Texas centric
- · Can sell out of popular items early
Why you'd go here
From the sourcesVisit for chef-crafted BBQ and comfort food enjoyed in a sun-filled dining room or on a riverside patio, with options for beer, wine, or cocktails.
The story
From the businessSoul & Smoke expanded to Avondale in 2021, initially operating as a ghost kitchen specializing in delivery and to-go soul food. The business later moved to a new location at Rockwell on the River to provide a dining room visit for its guests. Soul & Smoke is known for its chef-crafted BBQ and comfort food, offering prime meats and bold flavors. They have locations in Evanston, Avondale, and the West Loop.
Reddit threads
From the communitySources
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- [1]Soul & Smoke - Avondale at Rockwell on the River / official website / menu, hours, descriptions
- [2]Google Maps listing for Soul & Smoke - Avondale at Rockwell on the River / rating, reviews, address, hours
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