Harden's survey result
Summary
David Carter’s “industrial-chic BBQ restaurant” off Brick Lane, is inspired by the southern US grill-house tradition. The high-ceilinged room is “dominated by a vast smoker” which sends out a succession of outstanding and “well-priced smoked meats”, alongside dishes like grilled hispi cabbages and roast aubergines in red miso. Sides, desserts and drinks are similarly no-nonsense.
Summary
Some of “the best smoked meat in London” (including “excellent brisket”) is prepared on the charcoal in front of you, alongside “some fantastic sides” at David Carter’s rugged, southern US-style grill-house, just off Brick Lane. Just one complaint: “the room is nice, but smokey”.
Summary
Some of “the best smoked meat in London” (including “excellent brisket”) is prepared on the charcoal in front of you, alongside “some fantastic sides” at David Carter’s rugged, southern US-style grill-house, just off Brick Lane. Just one complaint: “the room is nice, but smokey”.
Summary
“Incredible, slow-cooked smoked meats” makes David Carter’s moodily designed grill-house, just off Brick Lane – arranged around a 2m width of glowing charcoal, complete with grilling paraphernalia and dudish chefs – a mecca for meat-hungry hipsters. “Good beer and cocktail selection” too.
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Smokestak Restaurant Diner Reviews
"Smokestak is what you would expect from its name. When I last tried it’s good, it was through dishpatch but trying it from its restaurant, the standard is on and above par. It’s funky decor is what you would expect from the brick lane neighbor. Love the beef ribs. Just wish they would give more pickles chili. "
"Great food with some surprise hits (who knew that chargrilled cabbage is totally delicious?). The room is a little smoky but the food well worth going there for. Service is fast and friendly."
Prices
 Drinks |
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| Wine per bottle | £27.00 |
| Filter Coffee | £2.00 |
 Extras |
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| Bread | £0.00 |
| Service | 10.00% |
35 Sclater Street, London, E1 6LB
Opening hours
| Monday | 12 pm‑3 pm, 5 pm‑11 pm |
| Tuesday | 12 pm‑3 pm, 5 pm‑11 pm |
| Wednesday | 12 pm‑3 pm, 5 pm‑11 pm |
| Thursday | 12 pm‑3 pm, 5 pm‑11 pm |
| Friday | 12 pm‑3 pm, 5 pm‑11 pm |
| Saturday | 12 pm‑11 pm |
| Sunday | 12 pm‑10 pm |
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