Mable's Smokehouse & Banquet Hall
BBQ Joint, Bar, and American Restaurant$$$$
Williamsburg, Brooklyn
The folks at The New York Times and Time Out New York like this place. Would you agree?
"Best bbq! Must Get: brisket, ribs, bbq beans, yams, and frito pie."(74 Tips)
"Omg the veggie sloppy Joe is so tasty!"(5 Tips)
"We had the collard greens and corn bread on the side so yum!"(9 Tips)
"Get the brisket, borracho beans, creamy mac&cheese & cornbread!"(15 Tips)
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ExperiencesAugust 10, 2012Rad sides, solid BBQ, and you don't have to throw elbows to get a seat like you do at *some* BBQ places... <cough><Fette Sau><cough>
D.J. SullivanAugust 13, 2013Brisket was excellent. Strong flavor. Bbq beans also great. Good price & friendly service.
Elizabeth ApollonJune 26, 2018Barbecue is delicious. Try the creamy Mac and cheese. It’s very filling
Ashley RoseMarch 12, 2016BBQ - but watch out, on the weekends during the brunch hours (11-4) they don't have corn bread!
Village VoiceJanuary 25, 2013Mable's Smokehouse & Banquet Hall (& 50+ other eateries) will be sampling their fare at our 2013 Choice Eats tasting event on 3/19 - can't wait! http://ow.ly/h6OAc
Carrie BrownNovember 11, 2014As one who knows BBQ after six years in Memphis, I'll say this is VERY tasty. Pulled pork Sammy was...amaze.
Birrinhas MagazineMay 28, 2013Nice place to drink while you wait for the Brooklyn tour. Read more at birrinhas.com
Hal MillerJuly 21, 2012Love the dark wood decor and relaxing atmosphere. I'm a big fan of the brisket and the mac n cheese.
Michele NunziataJuly 27, 2013Great brisket and pulled pork. It's kinda loud in there and has a cafeteria feel but the food is worth it.
Drew MurphyJanuary 10, 2012A good alternative to Fette Sau, food is really good but limited (ribs, pulled pork and brisket only). No wait and near cool stuff
Lance LacoffJuly 9, 2015The brisket and pulled pork were standouts. The Mac n cheese is pretty creamy.
Matt RichardsonApril 8, 2012The pulled pork and brisket are excellent. Be prepared for counter service at sit-down service prices. Worth it though.
Cooper SmithDecember 16, 2012If you order a platter, you get two sides. There's no rule that says they both can't be Mac N Cheese
Kash GuhaMarch 17, 2012Everything is good here, I particularly liked the ribs, brisket, and collard greens. Their sauce is amazing!
The New York TimesNovember 29, 2011Recommended: Brisket, vegetarian sloppy Joe, potato salad, stewed corn, borracho beans, peanut butter pie. Read more
Caitlin ClementsApril 20, 2015Thrillist included their mac & cheese on their 4/20 "munchies" list, and it looks so rad! Read more
Jamie WaughMarch 26, 2011It's owned by a Kentucky gal. They pour a solid Manhattan. The food looks insane, but i'm so jazzed i'm leaving a tip even before eating. Just come. Seriously.
Charisma CharismaMay 2, 2011Ribs, brisket, potato salad, beans awesome. Cornbread bad (no taste). Coleslaw dry. All in all good meal, will be back.
Jay ChinthrajahApril 21, 2013I was already aware of how awesome their brisket was, but their ribs are to die for!
Smoked meat, whiskey and country music. It's a dream come true.
Bj LoveJuly 4, 2011Love this place! I've been here twice and I live in San Diego!! It's grandmas cooking for sure !!
Jenny UngFebruary 23, 2014The St. Louis ribs, collard greens, and candied yams are the best here. #Texan
SkeeterNYCJune 21, 2011Beef brisket (extra sauce), Mac n Cheese, corn off the cobb, potato salad. This is how you do it.
Frito pie, rotel dip (with tortilla chips) & even a veggie sloppy joe option. I'm in love!!!
P NewtonDecember 19, 2011We had our wedding reception here and love coming back! GREAT place for a party or group dinner!
Surprisingly good BBQ just around the corner from us! Ribs were fantastic.
- Jamie WaughMarch 26, 2011Post script: the food came. We ate every last bit. And both brisket and vegetarian BBQ sandwich made me want to pitch a tent in the kitchen.
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Counter service-style ordering in a honky tonk atmosphere. Classic Southern menu of the finest slow-smoked meats, authentic sides, fancy drinks and cold beer!
Closed until Noon (Show more)
- Mon–Thu
- Noon–9:00 PM
- Fri
- Noon–11:00 PM
- Sat
- 11:00 AM–11:00 PM
- Sun
- 11:00 AM–10:00 PM
(718) 218-6655
Features
Reservations
Yes
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. American Express & MasterCard)
Wi-Fi
Free
Outdoor Seating
No
Music
Yes
Dining Options
Bar Service, Take-out, Delivery
Parking
Street
Restroom
Yes
Food & Drink
Menus
Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Dessert, Happy Hour
Drinks
Beer, Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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- 8.8
"Genuinely incredible BBQ in NY. Not to be confused with "good BBQ FOR NY" - it's actually amazing. Pulled pork is a staple and their specials and ribs are always outstanding. Get a beer while in line"
Brian B - 9.3
"Best BBQ in NYC. Billy Durney is doing magic things with meats. Make sure you get brisket, beef ribs, and mac & cheese. Newer items like the pastrami are also amazing"
Dan E - 8.4
"As a first timer, I ordered the 'Tres Niños'. It was excellently meaty & just fantastic. Plate filled with soft and succulent beef brisket, ribs & pulled pork. Perfect with a side of Mac & cheese."
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