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About
The Prime Smokehouse: Barbecue & Beyond
Welcome to The Prime Smokehouse: Barbecue & Beyond, a culinary gem nestled in the heart of Rocky Mount, NC. Located at 1151 Falls Rd Ste 1018, this restaurant offers a breath of fresh air for barbecue lovers and seafood enthusiasts alike. It's a place where soulful flavors meet a trendy yet casual atmosphere, making it perfect for families, friends, and groups looking for an exceptional dining experience.
The Prime Smokehouse provides a menu that beautifully combines the rich, smoky flavors of traditional barbecue with an impressive selection of seafood options. Each dish is thoughtfully prepared, with an emphasis on quality and freshness. As you step inside, you'll immediately notice the lively yet classy vibe, enhanced by the mellow tunes of live jazz—ideal for an evening of relaxation after a long day.
- Reservations & Convenience: Whether you're planning a family gathering or a casual lunch, the Prime Smokehouse takes reservations and offers delivery and takeout options to suit your needs. Plus, outdoor seating allows you to enjoy your meal al fresco.
- A Menu with Variety: From smoky ribs to grilled shrimp cocktails, the menu tantalizes with flavors. The jumbo lump crab cakes, praised for their exquisite flavor, are a must-try, just like the refreshing salads and rich gumbo that keeps diners coming back.
- Kid-Friendly Fare: The menu includes a variety of vegetarian options and a kid's menu, ensuring there's something for everyone, regardless of age or dietary preference.
But the highlight of your visit? The inviting service. Diners rave about attentive staff who go above and beyond, ensuring every recommendation hits the spot. It's these little touches that make The Prime Smokehouse not just a place to eat, but a true dining experience.
If you're a fan of barbecue, don't miss out on the delicious smoked turkey featured prominently in many dishes, from hearty collard greens to satisfying sandwiches. The combination of flavors is sure to captivate your taste buds—just ask the adventurous reviewers who’ve bravely tried new items and left raving about their meals.
Owned and operated by talented women and members of the black community, The Prime Smokehouse stands as a testament to culinary excellence and the spirit of innovation. With ample parking, valet options, and free Wi-Fi, your visit will be as enjoyable as the food is memorable.
Next time you're in the area or simply in search of a soul-satisfying meal, make your way to The Prime Smokehouse: Barbecue & Beyond. It's more than just food; it’s an experience in taste, culture, and hospitality. Your taste buds and your dining companions will thank you!
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Our Guestbook
“ Had the ribs, ginger yams, collard greens and corn bread. All were absolutely amazing! 1st time having collard greens. I was hesitant, but being an adventurous northerner, tried them based on a recommendation. I was very impressed, had some smoked turkey in it. I will definitely have these again. Wait staff made great recommendations and was very attentive! The chef came out and introduced himself. Fantastic man who definitely pours his heart and soul into the business. Whenever I am back in the area this will be my stop! ”
“ Really cute place! Got there when they opened for lunch yesterday. Really wanted to try the beef, but eating too much lately. I went with the turkey sandwich. Didn't know it was a cold sandwich, but it was tasty. Huge, so I had to take off one bun to finish. Waitress was nice but never asked if I wanted a refill on my iced tea. I might come back to try their other items next time. Plenty of parking across the building. ”
“ Excellent, fun atmosphere. Upscale of sorts! Service was fine. Checked on us, nicely, kept waters refilled. Love the jazz playing in background. Live jazz music offered other days. BBQ is mainstage. Soul food, a touch of New Orleans. Something for everyone, and a kids menu. We had the smoked wings, spicy. Wasn't a kick I was expecting. Seemed old, dry, no flavor. Slaw was just ok, a bit sweet, couldn't taste the horseradish kick. Clam chowder was full of chewy clams, broth a bit thin, but flavorful. My date enjoyed 16 oz ribeye, cooked medium, but saw no pink in it. BBQ beans and a side salad with housemade ranch. He enjoyed it all. We are cutting sugar and tasted it in slaw and beans, so skipped dessert. Would visit again, to try other items. ”
“ This is my go to place when I'm in Rocky Mount. Food is amazing! Drinks are good too. ”
“ On our way to Florida, the restaurant was recommended by the staff member at our hotel, during check in. The restaurant is located in an old mill building in town that really cannot be understated. I wish we had been able to explore a little. It was a Wednesday evening, around 7pm and we did not have a reservation. the place was quite busy but we were seated almost immediately. Our bartender/waitperson, Teresa, was accommodating and knowledgeable of the menu. I chose the Seafood Gumbo, along with Mac n Cheese and Cole Slaw while my wife went with lighter fare and ordered a Caesar Salad along with Cole Slaw. After a long day we declined any dessert. The menu looked terrific and I hope to be able to stop in again. ”
“ The smoke called me back... we had a much more pleasant experience than ours 2 yrs ago when we drove 30 miles for takeout and discovered that they were not offering takeout service. This time we were in the area on business and thought, what the heck! Let's give it another try. This time we were pleasantly surprised when we were able to order takeout and the service and vibe were much better! It was midweek so it wasn't very busy, but there were certainly customers dining and grabbing food to go like us. Then to top it all off, the food was fabulous and smoky! ”
“ Found this gem right off 95 on our drive home, we got extremely lucky that on Saturday night we were able to be seated as walk ins without a reservation. This was outstanding from the moment we arrived. That southern charm and hospitality is there first off. We were luckily seated within maybe 10-15minutes of getting to the hostess stand. We were seated and our server took some time to get to us but they were extremely busy. We started off with the lump crab cakes and the MP made sense as it was all crab and almost no cake with a delicious dipping sauce. I ordered a small seafood gumbo and rice as I wasn't super hungry. The small portion I had was so filling I'm glad I didn't order the large portion. My boyfriend ordered the three meat platter and the brisket and ribs were phenomenal and well seasoned. We personally weren't fans of the pulled pork, I think it was the tangy sauce that came on it was why. The potatoes au gratin were absolutely amazing and worth every calorie. A must try side on their menu. The ginger yams were different and delicious. We were stuffed but our server talked us into the double churned ice cream that was made in house, it was amazing and we rolled out of this restaurant from our meal. ”
