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Best BBQ in Upper East Side

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Food Quality 5
Service 5
Atmosphere 5
Value 5
Consistency 5
Cultural Relevance 5

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Master Critic Review

Smoketown BBQ 7.6
Upper East Side-Lenox Hill-Roosevelt Island
Smoketown BBQ is a small takeout-focused counter on East 68th Street serving a short menu of smoked pulled pork and wings to the hospital crowd and nearby residents. It functions more as a quick-protein stop than a full barbecue restaurant but fills a specific craving when you want a fast smoked meat option in 10065.
Must-Try Dishes: Pulled Pork, Chicken wings, Smoked BBQ pulled pork sandwich
Scores:
Value: 8.4 Service: 7.7 Consistency: 7.5 Food Quality: 8 Atmosphere: 6 Cultural Relevance: 6.5
What makes it special: Small hospital-campus BBQ counter for quick smoked meat fixes.
Who should go: Hospital staff and locals craving fast, no-frills barbecue.
When to visit: Weekday lunch or early dinner between appointments or errands.
What to order: Pulled pork, chicken wings, smoked BBQ pulled pork sandwich.
Insider tip: Confirm same-day hours; offerings can change with limited menu.