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2 Smoking Barrels Barbecue Joint & Food truck

2/83 Crown St, Wollongong NSW 2500, Australia

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2 Smoking Barrels Barbecue Joint & Food truck-Wollongong NSW 2500-Australia 2 Smoking Barrels Barbecue Joint & Food truck

2 Smoking Barrels Barbecue Joint & Food truck

Rating: 4.4/5

Address: 2/83 Crown St, Wollongong NSW 2500, Australia

Total Reviews: 5

Website: http://www.2smokingbarrels.com.au/

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Steve K

Steve K

Rating: 4/5

As an avid carnivore the selection of meats were mouth watering. Couldn't make up my mind, so I went with platter for one. Sausage was a favourite. Service was friendly and good came out quick.

Time: February 17, 2025

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Amy Jasmondo

Amy Jasmondo

Rating: 4/5

Roamed into this joint on a lazy Monday evening and it was all happening with a raffle. The waiter was very informative and the food came out very quickly. Plenty of flavour pops with the baconator burger, Nashville chicken wings, and sampler plate for 1. We'll be keen to check out their upcoming taco evening for charity and the Wednesday brisket roll special.

Time: October 22, 2024

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Isaac Samuel

Isaac Samuel

Rating: 1/5

Extremely Disappointing Experience - Overhyped and Overpriced I am absolutely baffled by the glowing reviews this place has received. My experience was the polar opposite. We went with high hopes to celebrate a special occasion, only to leave $100 poorer and thoroughly disappointed. We ordered the share plate for one, the Double Barrel Burger, and the Southern Fried Chicken Sandwich. From start to finish, the meal was an utter disaster. Let’s start with the “Southern Fried Chicken Sandwich.” It was dry beyond belief, with no sauce to salvage it, and the chicken wasn’t even slightly crispy—nothing remotely close to southern fried chicken. Eating it felt like chewing on cardboard. Strike one. The Double Barrel Burger was painfully average. For over $20, you’d expect at least a side of chips or something to make it feel worth the price, but it came as just the burger. Honestly, the value is completely unjustifiable. And then came the share plate, which was meant to be the highlight. The brisket was the driest I’ve ever had—two pieces of jerky masquerading as brisket, with zero moisture and zero effort in flavor. The pulled pork wasn’t any better—completely flavorless, with no seasoning or effort to make it stand out. The bread served with the plate added absolutely nothing to the meal—just a filler that did little to enhance the experience. The sides didn’t save the meal, either. The fries were the only mildly edible part, and even that’s a stretch. The mac and cheese? Bland, unseasoned, and uninspired. It lacked even the most basic seasoning like salt and pepper. Together, the main plate was a sad, disjointed mess. It’s beyond me how this place has earned a reputation for good food. It failed to meet even the most basic expectations. This was one of the worst dining experiences I’ve had in years, and it completely ruined what was supposed to be a special occasion. I will never return and would strongly recommend others avoid this place unless you want overpriced, flavorless food and a thoroughly disappointing experience. An absolute waste of time and money.

Time: January 7, 2025

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Huong Nghia Peter Lu

Huong Nghia Peter Lu

Rating: 5/5

Went to the 'gong for the discovery space for the kids and found out there is a American bbq place through a YouTube clip by Nick and Helmi. And boy did it not disappoint!!! It was perfect. We ordered the plate for one with the mash and gravy and burnt end beans, the large serving of mac and cheese (trust me, you need the large), cheese burger with wings combo and some sodas, loved every single bite. Even my kids who are picky eaters liked it. It's got plenty of space, great waiting staff and awesome atmosphere. Totally recommend it. Probably the best American bbq restaurant around.

Time: October 6, 2024

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Alexandra Afflick

Alexandra Afflick

Rating: 5/5

We did the $35 pp taco party on NYE and it was so worth it!! So much food! And we had happy our cocktails. All the servers were wonderful too, so attentive and friendly.

Time: January 1, 2025

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