Valley Smoke Restaurant

Marina Maxfield

My first time here. I’ve shied away in the past because the valet parking discouraged me. Don’t let that do that to you. Was meeting some friends here and I got there early to check it out. Glad I did. Sat at the bar, Rachel was the Bartender. She is amazing! Very good at her job. I ordered the two drinks since specials and wings for an appetizer. When my friends arrived we just stayed at the bar. Beautiful location on the canal across from a nature preserve that I pray never gets developed! Great food, drinks and service!

Starlight Lifter

Update 3/11/25: Yes all systems on point our server was amazing tonight. A great experience for all of us. We ordered the 5 meat platter and it came with 3 large sides. Wow The Brisket melts in your mouth no BBQ sauce needed. All the food was delicious. The pulled pork and chicken were so good. My wife went nuts over the ribs. Mac and cheese & the baked beans were superb. Best Barbecue I have ever eaten. I highly recommend you come enjoy. Make a reservation for the best seating.

dan safra

Somewhere between the salt-kissed breeze off the Intracoastal and the slow, smoky perfume of pecan wood curling through the air, Valley Smoke isn't just a restaurant — it’s a low-country love song, served medium rare with a side of Southern charm. Rolling up with a large, hungry entourage that included a band of wild-eyed, sun-warmed kids might give lesser establishments a panic attack. But not here. Before we even had time to corral the troops, the manager Ralph — a man who clearly understands that fed children are happy children — appeared like a culinary saint with baskets of golden, salty French fries for the little ones. No fanfare. No fuss. Just good old-fashioned kindness. The smoked meats are obviously the stars of the show — carved and served with reverence — but what really stands out here is the feel. You’re not just dining; you’re experiencing something personal. Something generous. Our server Jaden, Impeccable. Effortless charm, razor-sharp timing, and the kind of warmth that makes you want to stay for just one more drink, just one more sunset. Valley Smoke isn’t just where you go to eat. It’s where you go to be.

Nikki Jackson

We found a great hidden gem for dinner as we were HOURS away from home (Orlando). This place was super tasty, very clean, upscale with welcoming customer service and great river views. They even grow their own collard greens, make all BBQ sauces homemade, brew their sweet tea fresh, smoke grill all their meats on the firewood outside & offer complimentary valet parking. Our service was excellent from the time we walked in with the owner getting us and checking in on our table quite frequently. Our server Gabe was AMAZING & knowledgeable about all of the specials, menu ingredients and homemade sauces. We definitely will make the drive to go back in the future. It was so good we even purchased ribs to take back home. Perfect restaurant!!! Is it possible to give an 100 out of 10? 😉

Jamie Ringler

We celebrated our daughter’s graduation at Valley Smoke tonight, and it was absolutely perfect. From start to finish, everything exceeded our expectations. We had a party of 25 and were set up in a beautiful outdoor space right on the water—it couldn’t have been more ideal for such a special occasion. Our server, Julio, was truly exceptional. He was warm, attentive, and made every guest feel taken care of. His service was a solid 10/10—honestly, we loved him! It’s rare to find someone who goes above and beyond with such genuine kindness and ease. He always does! The food was delicious across the board. Every single guest raved about their meal, and you could tell everything was made with care and quality. We’re so grateful to the entire Valley Smoke team for helping us create a night our family will never forget. Thank you! 🤍