New York Style Barbecue
Brisket, pastrami, ribs, smoked chicken, pork belly, wings, sausage, and combo platters built around Smoky Rock's original New York Style barbecue.
The Original New York Style Barbecue
New York Style barbecue was born at Smoky Rock in the Hudson Valley: hickory smoke, house sauce, signature spice rub, and a point of view all its own.
What We're Known For
Best of Hudson Valley Recognition
Documented recognition for barbecue, brisket, pitmaster, wings, pastrami, and smoked ribs.
Family Takeout & Bakery
Family-style BBQ packages, smoked meats by the tray, sides, and in-house bakery desserts.
Rhinebeck Hospitality
Warm dine-in and takeout service, clear visit planning, and patio tables in the warmer seasons.
Signature Smoked Meats
Brisket and pastrami are made from Prime Black Angus beef, then smoked low and slow before carving.
Smoked Brisket
Prime Black Angus, seasoned in-house, slow-smoked low and long, then hand-carved to order.
Smoked St. Louis Ribs
Dry-rubbed and smoked for deep bark, rich smoke flavor, and a tender bite.
Smoked Duck
Farm-raised duck rubbed in-house and slow-smoked for rich flavor and a tender finish.
Smoked Sausage
House-smoked sausage, available hot or sweet, with full smoke and a satisfying snap.
Smoked Pastrami
Prime Black Angus beef brined with our recipe, dry-rubbed, and slow-smoked before carving.
Smoked Baby Back Ribs
Lean, tender ribs with deep wood-smoked flavor, served wet or dry.
Smoked Wings
Award-winning wings seasoned in-house and smoked for bold, savory flavor.
Smoked Pork Belly
Rich, slow-smoked pork belly with crisp edges and a balanced sweet-savory finish.
Explore the full menu for burgers, sandwiches, sides, in-house bakery desserts, and family takeout.
What Guests Are Saying
New York BBQ
“The absolute best BBQ in all of New York. The brisket is to die for.”
Tender barbecue
“AMAZING food. So flavorful and tender, I couldn’t stop eating.”
BBQ search
“We have been searching for good barbecue in New York for a long time.”
Make Yourself At Home
Indoor & Outdoor Dining
Cozy indoor dining year-round, plus patio tables in the warmer seasons.
Family Takeout
From weeknight dinners to celebrations, order smoked meats and sides by the package.
In-House Bakery
House-made cakes, pies, and seasonal sweets from our in-house bakery team.
Send Smoky Rock as an e-gift card
Digital gift cards are available through the Smoky Rock Shift4Shop store. Online e-gift-card purchases start at $5.
Good To Know Before You Visit
What is New York Style Barbecue at Smoky Rock BBQ?
At Smoky Rock BBQ, New York Style Barbecue means a modern Hudson Valley smokehouse approach: house brines, signature rubs, hickory, cherry, apple, and maple smoke, plus brisket, pastrami, ribs, wings, burgers, sides, and bakery desserts.
Is Smoky Rock BBQ known for Hudson Valley barbecue?
Yes. Smoky Rock BBQ is a family-owned Rhinebeck smokehouse with documented Best of Hudson Valley recognition for barbecue, brisket, pitmaster, wings, pastrami, and smoked ribs across multiple years.
Where is Smoky Rock BBQ located in Rhinebeck?
Smoky Rock BBQ is at 6367 Mill Street / Route 9 in Rhinebeck, NY, near the center of Rhinebeck Village.
Do you take reservations?
Reservations are strongly encouraged. Please call 845-876-5232 to reserve a table, ask about takeout, or plan a larger meal.
Best of Hudson Valley Recognition
Recognized across barbecue, brisket, and pitmaster
Smoky Rock BBQ has documented Best of Hudson Valley recognition for barbecue, brisket, pitmaster, wings, pastrami, and smoked ribs across multiple years.
Also listed on the awards page: 2022 Best Pastrami, 2021 Best Brisket, and 2019 Best Smoked Ribs.
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