What to order at Smokey D's BBQ

Signature dishes
Beef brisket, St. Louis-style ribs, Burnt ends
CuisineBBQ
Price$
Neighborhoodnorth-des-moines
HoursMon-Thu 10:30-20:00; Fri-Sat 10:30-21:00; Sun 10:30-20:00
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Signature dishes: Beef brisket, St. Louis-style ribs, Burnt ends

Location

Address: 5055 NW 2nd St, Des Moines, IA 50313

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