Looks like something didn't work quite right. Please reload this page.
Restaurants
Northampton
City Centre
The Smoke Pit - Northampton
The Smoke Pit - Northampton Reviews

The Smoke Pit - Northampton

American, BBQ

Dishes priced around£13

Photo of restaurant The Smoke Pit - Northampton in City Centre, Northampton
The Smoke Pit - Northampton is not bookable via Quandoo. To make a reservation, contact the restaurant using the details below.

Reviews of The Smoke Pit - Northampton (1,503)

Read what people think about The Smoke Pit - Northampton. All restaurant reviews are written by verified Quandoo diners. Learn more about The Smoke Pit - Northampton before you go by getting tips and ratings from other restaurant-goers. With real-life reviews, you can see what other diners loved about The Smoke Pit - Northampton and book a table with confidence!

5.4/6

1,503 reviews

5.4/6

1,503 reviews

Food:Outstanding
Atmosphere:Excellent
Service:Excellent
Value for money:Good value
Waiting time:Very Good
Noise levels:Pleasant
6915
5378
4105
357
231
117
Most recent
  • Most recent
  • Highest rated
  • Lowest rated
"Excellent"
6/6
Kirsty R.7 years ago · 1 review

What can I say about the smoke pit? The service was brilliant! Lovely, friendly and helpful staff, and The atmosphere is fab! As for the food....absolutely amazing! Meats that melt in your mouth! Just incredible!! Can't wait to go again!

"Good"
4/6
Kate H.7 years ago · 1 review

Great service & atmosphere - main course meat was a little cold and the dessert menu unless you like sundaes was a limited! Fab starter though and lots of main course options.

"Good"
4/6
Ann J.7 years ago · 1 review

Yummy actually too much food. Would prefer less food for less money. Nachos lovely. Pulled pork amazing. Server gorgeous and really helpful. Yummy yummy yummy

"Excellent"
6/6
Maria B.7 years ago · 1 review

Our visit to the Smoke Pit was extremely enjoyable, from the fabulous ribs to the amazing array of cocktails, we loved every minute! Highly recommended!!

"Excellent"
6/6
Emma S.7 years ago · 7 reviews

As always it was amazing, great service and lovely food

"Good"
4/6
Mandy B.7 years ago · 2 reviews

We had to wait for a while for food also had to ask twice as to where our drinks were. However the food was delicious and a great atmosphere

"Excellent"
6/6
Kery P.7 years ago · 2 reviews

Excellent food, great waitress however drinks were slow (but delicious when arrived!) definitely a great way to celebrate my dads birthday, well worth a visit!!

"Excellent"
6/6
Mark J.7 years ago · 7 reviews

great as ever. yet to try the whole menu so I'll be back!

"Good"
4/6
Emma C.7 years ago · 2 reviews

Portions have been reduced slightly since we last visited. Maybe a little too much, as prices have slightly increased. Still great food though. Also people seated after us received their food before us. But overall waiting time for food wasn't too bad. Had to go to bar to pay as no one available to bring us our bill.

"Good"
4/6
STEVEN L.7 years ago · 1 review

Steaks was excellent, would have given 6 stars but they did not bring out our chips and vegetables to eat with our steaks until we had virtually eaten them, had to eat it or it would have got cold, 15% discount given for error. Will definitely go back just on the taste of the steak alone!

"Excellent"
6/6
Patrycja M.7 years ago · 1 review

Delicious food, great service, nice atmosphere and unique place. We had wonderful time and definitely will be visiting soon! The best steak and lamb ribs in town !

"Excellent"
6/6
Tiggy H.7 years ago · 1 review

Our second visit and once again superb food, great atmosphere and fantastic staff. Will be coming again when I can move again from the huge portions! Thank you

"Very good"
5/6
Helen P.7 years ago · 2 reviews

Excellent steak and amazing sweet potato fries. Scallop starter was good but a little on the salty side. Great cocktails and excellent service. A good place to go for a bit of a treat.

"Excellent"
6/6
Stephen L.7 years ago · 1 review

Fantastic venue with staff and a menu to match. Will be back soon. It's a real meat lovers paradise with some real quality on offer. We had the Wagyu beef which was amazing.

"Excellent"
6/6
Kerry B.7 years ago · 1 review

Fantastic food and brilliant service. Plenty of choice and cooked to perfection. If you love meat and good food you couldn't pick a better place

"Very good"
5/6
Steven B.7 years ago · 2 reviews

Friendly service and tasty food. Portion sizes were pretty generous. Minor criticism was that it took a little while for meals to come out even though it wasn't particularly busy when we arrived/ordered.

"Excellent"
6/6
Mary D.7 years ago · 1 review

Lovely food and atmosphere. Staff were attentive and friendly. We had a lovely evening celebrating my partners birthday. Would definitely go again and recommend to friends.

"Very good"
5/6
Emily S.7 years ago · 1 review

Lovely food, lots of meat, very tasty!! Restaurant is very lively and loud on a Saturday night so avoid if you're looking for a quiet meal.

"Excellent"
6/6
Rawding H.7 years ago · 1 review

Thank you for another amazing evening. Everyone enjoyed their meals and thought the restaurant was topnotch! We look forward to our next visit. Keep up the good work 👍

"Excellent"
6/6
Stephen M.7 years ago · 1 review

warm welcome,amazing choice of drinks, we had a boozy milkshake,very busy venue, which is a testament to the food,all in all you pay for what you get

"Excellent"
6/6
Carla V.7 years ago · 1 review

Great food,service and atmosphere. Staff were super friendly. Will definitely be back soon! Couldn't fault it at all. Literally the biggest milkshake I've ever seen in my life!

"Very good"
5/6
Claire W.7 years ago · 2 reviews

Food was very nice and staff were friendly and informative. There were 7 of us dining last night and we all enjoyed our meals. Thank you

"Good"
4/6
Sharon H.7 years ago · 1 review

Went for a birthday treat on New Year's Eve lunchtime. Friendly staff, good service. We had a wings and ribs sharer with fries. Was not impressed with the food as it looked and tasted like it had been microwaved and not cooked, as I thought, on a ' Smoke Pit'. Also there wasn't really enough for two without extra sides,which bumps the price up considerably.

"Excellent"
6/6
Donna R.7 years ago · 1 review

Highly recommend The Smoke Pit for all, whether it's an excuse not to cook, after work get together, catch up with friends or a family gathering. Food and service excellent.

"Excellent"
6/6
Emma S.7 years ago · 7 reviews

Amazing as always! I didn't disappoint in fact I'm going back tomorrow! Love the smoke pit! Also the cocktails were amazing! Food portions were brilliant I was left so full up and happy! Cannot recommend this place enough !!

"Good"
4/6
Charlotte C.7 years ago · 1 review

Lovely food but the background music was very loud, making it extremely difficult to talk to each other at the table. The noise was similar to being in a nightclub not a restaurant.

"Average"
3/6
Alison B.7 years ago · 1 review

Waiter not great and the food was not as nice as last time. My sweet potatoes fries were like warm. Forgot to bring another pot of chips because the original had spilled onto the table and brought a Luke warm coffee and then had to ask again were they bringing me a fresh cup

"Very good"
5/6
Becky H.7 years ago · 2 reviews

Really awesome night out. The food is incredible and service was great, can't wait to go back! Only problem was that the place is so popular it's a struggle to get a table at a good time so book well in advance!

"Very good"
5/6
Simone T.7 years ago · 1 review

This was our first visit. We found it very welcoming, with a good atmosphere. The food was above average, and the service was excellent. We would come again.

"Good"
4/6
Radomir W.7 years ago · 1 review

Food was delicious but it was difficult to breathe normally due to the fumes. Anyway i'm going to eat there again. During warm days windows could be opened.

"Excellent"
6/6
Daniel C.7 years ago · 2 reviews

We had very good service, very good food and lots of it, on our visit and experience we would highly recommend, a real must for the diner with a craving for #cowpigchicken

"Excellent"
6/6
Daniel V.7 years ago · 1 review

Excellent food, friendly staff and a good atmosphere. Portion sizes very good and a lot of choice on the menu. Would definately recommend this place.

"Average"
3/6
Fiona L.7 years ago · 1 review

Like the decor they have put a lot of thought in to it. I had the salted brisket and hash compared to everyone else who all had burgers mine was a very small portion, and I know it was salted but boy was it salty! Was dissapointed with the milkshake as was my husband although he has been before and described it as the milkshake ever so I think it depends on who makes it and when.

"Excellent"
6/6
Fiona F.7 years ago · 1 review

Seriously love going here! Great atmosphere, looks amazing and the food is incredible. Staff are very friendly, we had s great night - second time there and will be going again!

"Not good "
2/6
Emma G.7 years ago · 1 review

Really trendy place with a nice atmosphere, but quite expensive for not that good food. Not that keen on the smoky flavours of the food... and massive plate fulls

"Excellent"
6/6
Chris L.7 years ago · 1 review

Awesome food, great staff and ace surrounding...need I say more? Oh...and the nachos to share will feed 4 as a starter...you have been warned! :)

"Very good"
5/6
Jo Q.7 years ago · 1 review

My partner and I both had Wagyu steak - heard so much about it, just had to try - it was amazing - the last mouthful was just as tender and gorgeous as the first, this is either the 1st or 2nd best steak we have ever had and we are true meat eaters who love steak! loved the sides, bone marrow mash was so tasty, onion "rings" were a very pleasant surprise. The chicken wings were a little too spicy for me to enjoy fully - might have been best to mention on menu. Cocktails were delish (bar the tomato and beef one)! No room for deserts. Staff were very efficient and friendly without being ever-present. If you asked for anything you were served by that person, we weren't referred to just one server. Seating was a little hard though plenty of cushions are supplied, the table we sat at initially seemed a little too wide (we like to hold hands when not eating) however given the food the width is needed. I will definitely be visiting here again, maybe even to try their 32oz! I would have given this the full score, only the chicken wings marked this experience down - and that seems petty, shame there are no half marks. I would definitely recommend going to the Smoke Pit, and indeed have already recommended family and friends.

"Excellent"
6/6
Edward P.7 years ago · 1 review

Excellent decor. Very American but very cool. The food was simply outstanding and the staff were exceptionally knowledgable and helpful. Quite pricey but worth the money.

"Very good"
5/6
SEAN P.7 years ago · 1 review

We were taken to our table as soon as we arrived, with menus and a young lady soon came over to take our drinks order, which arrived shortly afterwards. Food order taken, starter and mains all good. My only complaint is that the music was too loud and too heavy, maybe i'm just getting old!

"Excellent"
6/6
Ricky S.7 years ago · 1 review

First time at the Smoke Pit and what a brilliant experience it was. The restaurant has a warm welcoming atmosphere and the staff very pleasant but best of all was the food, would recommend to anyone

"Excellent"
6/6
JADE E.7 years ago · 2 reviews

Excellent service and food as always! Always enjoy going to the smoke pit as the food is to the highest standard and the atmosphere is great.

"Excellent"
6/6
Sam H.7 years ago · 1 review

Brilliant meals and very good service by all the staff, will be going again and recommend it to all my friends and family for the future

"Very good"
5/6
shaun a.7 years ago · 1 review

We only had one course due to time constraint prior to theatre but staff friendly, venue decor super, food excellent. Would definitely go back there.

"Excellent"
6/6
Lauren S.7 years ago · 2 reviews

Excellent variety of choices for food and drink. Love unlimited soft drink. Best nachos ever had! My boyfriend had peri peri chix platter and it was huge! Fab!!!

"Excellent"
6/6
Sarah-Jane C.7 years ago · 1 review

Food was delicious! Rare rib eye fell apart beautifully and peri peri chicken was scrumptious with the smokey flavour. Service friendly and atmosphere was enjoyable

"Very good"
5/6
Sarah N.7 years ago · 1 review

Lovely friendly staff, great food, and fab vibe kids loved it which is always a plus thank you for helping make my hubby's birthday special

"Very good"
5/6
Ashley S.7 years ago · 1 review

Nice food, good service, nice atmosphere. Only reason its not a six is because all desserts are priced at £7 and that seems just a little bit too high.

"Very good"
5/6
matt k.7 years ago · 1 review

Great service, great food made to feel really welcome and relaxed, love the decor and when we went the sun was shining through the roof lights amazing.

"Excellent"
6/6
Jennifer H.7 years ago · 10 reviews

Was Great food great service would definitely recommend to everyone, and we will be visiting again very soon. Also, the beer and cocktails are great.

"Very good"
5/6
nicola p.7 years ago · 1 review

Excellent evening and the food and service was mostly brilliant, there were quite a few large parties but the waiters and waitresses worked hard to try and keep everyone happy

Earn cashback as you dine

Create a Quandoo account and earn £3 cashback.

Book a table and earn £1.50 cashback.

Leave a review and earn £0.50 cashback.