Smoke Daddy Wrigleyville

“My daughters and I stop by here before every game for lunch and it never disappoints…ever. The food is always amazing and the service is always top notch, professional and friendly. Plus you’ve got Wrigley next door…perfection. Go Cubs!”

“We visited Smoke Daddy randomly during Restaurant Week, and honestly, it turned out to be the best decision of the week. From the moment we arrived, the server was incredibly friendly, welcoming, and attentive, which made the experience even more enjoyable. The Restaurant Week offerings were generous, flavorful, and an amazing value. We started with the Brisket Deviled Eggs — topped with smoked brisket and packed with smoky, rich flavor. For entrées, we tried *The Freak*, a sandwich with smoked corned beef, Swiss cheese, slaw, and spicy mustard on rye, which was well-balanced and very satisfying. We also ordered the *Taste of The Daddy*, which was an incredible spread: brisket, pulled pork, a full rack of ribs, half chicken, hot links, mac and cheese, pit beans, slaw, and pickles. It was an impressive amount of food and a fantastic deal for the price. You can really taste the quality of their in-house smoked meats. For sides, we had Mike’s Hot Honey, mac and cheese, onion rings, and smoked pit beans. The mac and cheese was creamy and delicious, and the pit beans were especially outstanding — rich, smoky, and full of flavor. We finished with banana pudding. The texture wasn’t exactly how I usually prefer it, but it was still enjoyable and a nice way to end the meal. Overall, the food was abundant, flavorful, and clearly prepared with care. Combined with excellent service and great value, this place exceeded expectations. Definitely coming back soon.”

“Absolutely delicious!!! Service was great too. We met Juan and he was the sweetest ever. Friendly. Great service. The food was absolutely amazing. Tasty and plentiful. Cubs cultural richness.”

“Terrific brunch! An outstanding value as well. Brian, who was pulling double duty as the bartender, did an incredible job taking care of us and making us feel welcome. Nicely done job of decorating for the holidays. Maybe not as much as in years past, but still very festive. Fantastic spot to visit before visiting the Christkrindle Market across the street. Food is excellent, between the four of us we tried almost everything on the brunch menu. The Barnyard sandwich and Eggs Benedict are standouts. Caution: the Monkey Bread is addictive. Two minor areas for improvement. Scrambled Eggs came out not hot and the men’s room still smelled of a rowdy crowd for the night before.”

“Brunch at Smoke Daddy is one of the best values around. For just $25, you get all you can eat, and kids pay their age, which makes it an easy choice for families. The atmosphere is fun and relaxed, and every server we met was genuinely kind and attentive. Start with the Barnyard Sandwich (skip the pimento if you don’t like spice) or go for the Skillet, then follow it up with a brisket or pulled pork sandwich. The meat is smoky, tender, and full of flavor. Surprisingly, the pancakes and hash browns are way better than they have any right to be. You’ll definitely want seconds. The monkey bread is fresh and tasty, though I personally like mine a bit moister, more like a cinnamon roll. Still a solid option if you like a crispier texture. Great food, great price, great service. Perfect for a weekend brunch with the kids.”