Smokin' George's BBQ Restaurant in Nanaimo

Great experience here, would come back! The staff was friendly and helpful. They were so accommodating with my allergies and had great communication. They really went above and beyond to make sure we were taken care of.

The food was really Great! We had 2 combos with the pulled pork, brisket, chicken, and ribs. Excellent all around. The cornbread and beans were also so yummy. Great service too. Thanks all!

I was very excited about trying smoking Georges out since I moved here last year and finally got the chance to! I ordered the BBQ feast for takeout. It comes with BBQ ribs, pulled pork, beef brisket, pulled chicken, and a bratwurst sausage. Accompanying the meal was cornbread, fries, beans, and slaw. We also got BBQ sauce with our meal. Overall good portions for the price and super friendly staff! Pickup from the restaurant was easy and efficient as well. However, I was a bit disappointed with the meats. The pulled pork was tender and juicy, tasted great with the sauce. The BBQ ribs were dry and underseasoned, any meat that didnt touch the outside was flavorless. Similarly, we expected the beef brisket to be juicy and smokey, but it was dry and rather bland. It was however, quite tender. The chicken was nice, I really enjoyed the pickles with them. Chicken could have been juicier too. The bratwurst had good flavors and a nice crunchy skin. We enjoyed our sides a lot, the cornbread was moist, beans were delicious, and the slaws acidity was perfect with the heavy meats. The fries were half burnt though, but the unburnt ones were crunch and fluffy! Overall, it was a decent meal, a bit monotonous with the flavors and bland, but great service and packaging!

Great food and customer service! We stop here every year on our way back from Tofino. Definitely worth the pit stop! Brisket and mac and cheese is 👌

Absolutely unreal authentic BBQ, everything had a perfect smoke to it. First time customers and we are actually pretty sad about that, the fact this place has been here and we’re only just finding it now. Man we’ve got a lot of catching up to do! Thank you so much for the outstanding meal, and they accommodated our gluten allergies which is just not too easy to find. We are beyond impressed and will be back, probably multiple times a month cause it’s just that tasty!

Brisket delicious ribs fantastic fried pickles crunchy and sour everything very good. Very nice fast and affordable.

I dont normally go out of my way for reviews, but we were in from out of town and he personally welcomed us in, and the food was so quick. Everything we ate was darn good bbq, I only wish we could get it again.

Great food ! Great atmosphere ! Great staff !

Ill hand it to them - not only are their meals fantastic but among the choas and bustle they went the extra mile! We had a birthday party gathering there - the service was fast, the food was tasty and they made a cute little seven year old feel special! A big big thank you to everyone at the restaurant! Do I think this is the prime location for a kids birthday party with picky eaters? No. BUT! The staff went over and beyond... and that says it all! So grateful and appreciative of the experience! Well be back soon!

Very nice spot for bbq favorites, great service easy going ambiance and excellent beef brisket sandwiches. Will try dinner next time.

Long time listener, first time visitor. Why have I not been before you ask? No good answer...creature of habit I guess. Well I tried the pulled pork poutine today, man...what a holistic experience! The kind that can only ellicit a habitual response.George and staff, that was amazing. Dare say best in the city, island, province??Looking forward to frequenting the other menu items available for years to come. Fan for life🍻

Really great food, the Nanaimo bars are very tasty.

We ordered brisket and a variety of sides-all of them were good!Sausage,poutine,deep fried pickles,fries,pork bites,Mac and cheese with pulled pork-all delicious!Really happy with the service and it was ready when we got there to pick it up-def going back!

Good food was a big deal to us on our wedding day and Smokin Georges absolutely nailed it. A week later and wedding guests are still messaging me about how amazing the food was! The buffet set up was gorgeous and blended beautifully with our decor. Lea was great to work with, I loved chatting with her. Their menu of catering options was really big, so I found it really easy to find something for everyone, even vegetarian options! I cant say enough great things about them, Im going to be a frequent flyer at the restaurant!

Excellent service and food. The chef/owner is regularly on site running the show and super hospitable. This place has BBQ perfected. Great portions and location. Also, a perfect pick me up if hungover 😉

One of the highlights of our trip. The staff and owner always came around to see how we were doing.Prices are very reasonable. Would come back

I had the vegetarian sandwich and it was so so so good I wish I knew about this place sooner. Every thing was perfect. I definitely recommend!!!!!(Make sure to get the BBQ)

Great food. We ordered the small feast and it was good enought for 4 (2 adults and 2 girls). The brisket was amazing. Pulled pork and ribs were good too. The corn bread is something you should try. The smoked chicken and the sausage a real surprise. The beans also great. On top of that the services was excellent.

Smokin Georges is the absolute best! My husband and I worked with them to cater our wedding reception, and let me just say, our guests have not stopped talking about how good the food was! If you are on the lookout for a caterer for an event, or just a spot for some amazing BBQ food, Smokin Georges is a MUST. Thank you so much, George & Lea for taking such good care of us! :)

Incredible BBQ... Our family had the super feast, and it was off the charts. The ribs were the fan favorites, although the brisket and sausage were close contenders. Nothing at all wrong with the pulled pork or the chicken, but the others were simply a cut above.The sides are just as tasty - beans, cornbread and coleslaw were all fantastic. And despite the ridiculous amount of gorging, we disgustingly followed it all with smoky bacon Nanaimo bars...<drool>Not a great place for vegan diners, but for anyone that enjoys a great BBQ, Smokin Georges is a winner!

Been here a few times and always great food. Best bbq in Nanaimo. Almost as good as a few bbq places Ive been to in Texas.

George is so keyed in to service, quality and just very good tasty food. Great staff, prompt service, and always smiling. The best! Hands down.

I stopped in for a visit on May 28th, Im not sure about the other items on the menu, but thier Pulled Pork Poutine was amazing. I would go back just based on that item alone!

The staff was very nice and polite. I got the pulled pork poutine and my wife got the pulled pork they came out with big portions and where very delicious and filling this is a must get when in the area

The brisket and pulled pork were quite dry. We had better. However, I liked the Mac & Cheese with Onion rings on the top.

Fantastic BBQ. Great service. We came in as a 7 top today and they were very busy. Our food came quick, hot and cooked to perfection. Smokin George himself came to see if we were enjoying our meal. Ill recommend to anyone thatll listen and Ill definitely be back.

I Love BBQ, I went here with the understanding its a Canadian BBQ place and to lower my expectations unlike the usually Very good US BBQ restaurants. But my wife and I paid $38 for 2 very small Pulled pork sandwiches, a very small side dish of Fries and small dry Coleslaw. It tasted ok but very bad value for what you got. AND, I hate places that ask you to pay and Tip before you get your meal.

Ive been a customer here since 2016 and more regularly since moving to Nanaimo proper. I cannot say enough good things about this establishment.For starters, youd be hard pressed to find a more passionate and friendly chef and hard-working, equally friendly crew. I love seeing them every time I go in and they go the extra mile to make sure youre happy. They stand by what they make and it shows!Secondly, the food is very reasonably priced for the portions. Sometimes, you go to a place, eat food, and youre hungry again an hour or two later. This is NOT the case here. The portions are large, filling, and extremely tasty! My favorite menu item is their pulled pork poutine (picturedand there are times I can barely finish it because theres so much. Money well spent for a good hearty meal! (Yes, the poutine here is a meal all on its own!)If youre in Nanaimo and you want good BBQ, stop here. Youll be glad you did!

Authentic BBQ at its finest. This place is a gem. Ordered the supersized feast and it was worth it. My wife and I travel all the way from Maple Ridge by ferry just to pickup the BBQ from this place. Do yourself a favour and order the feast platter.

Tasty, smoky as hell, and a million things I wanted to try, this place is a home run. Not too expensive, folksy vibe, and fair prices too. Only downside is the location, its in like a home supply/renovation area? Theres not a lot of options in terms of places to bide your time if theres a wait, and not much walkable nearby to turn your visit into an evening out. Thats not really the fault of the restaurant though, everything to do with them is top notch.

Never disappointed. Great BBQ!

I am so sad that I just discovered Smokin’ George’s BBQ. I have missed out for so many years. I may go to Nanaimo 3-4 times a year and I dont wanna count the number if times I could have enjoyed his master bbq work.Its one of those places you wish you had an extra stomach. The meats are cooled to perfection, his secret recipe bbq sauce is so tasty and way better than any I have tasted. The sides are yummy too; the coleslaw has a tangy sauce that goes perfectly with the meat, deep fried pickle was my favourite.He is also famous for his house baked Nanaimo bars; it contain bacon. Not really my thing but its worth a try.

The food was absolutely incredible. The brisket melted in your mouth, the pulled pork was delicious, the ribs fell off the bones and all the sides were phenomenal. 10/10 if you’re in Nanaimo you have to try this place!! They were also incredibly friendly!

Great experience! Went with my daughter and son today and we all enjoyed a helping of the pulled pork poutine. Both my kids were full and happy we stopped in for lunch instead of heading for fast food. They definitely were bragging about it afterward. Next time we are in the area we will be dropping by again.

Stopped in tonight for dinner and it was delicious! Some of the best BBQ weve had. Do not skip the mac and cheese, its fantastic! Service was also really great. All the staff was so attentive and friendly! Well definitely be back!

Im always skeptical of bbq places as often the meat is dry overcooked as a result of having food sit around for when an order comes in. I took a chance based on the reviews and must say im impressed. Ordered the combo plate with brisket and ribs, cornbread over fries. Everything was absolute perfection. The slaw was an apple cider vinegar base rather than creamy which i loved. The beans were amazing especially when paired with the cornbread which was cold but it didnt matter cos iy was great. The brisket oh so tender and thick the ribs equally as tender and just so perfect. Ive not had bbq this good north of the southern usa states. I will be back next trip to nanaimo thats for dang sure.

I always eat here when I am in town. A great local hotspot for flavorful classic BBQ with a local flair. The sides are just as tasty as the mains. Reasonably priced/good value menu. The staff are always friendly, fast, and caring.

If I could give George’s 6/5 stars I would. Absolutely flavourful, good value and staff is very welcoming! I’ll be back!!!Had the pulled pork sammy and mac n cheese

We had the BBQ platter for 2 and it is definitely for more than 2 people if they were to eat all the sides. There were more sides than the BBQ itself. Unfortunately, it was too much for 2 people to eat a whole box of fries and containers of beans and coleslaw. The BBQ itself was a good size for 2 people. Everything was delicious except for the sausage which was rather bland. The coleslaw was a sour version which is not what Im used to and the beans tasted like a vegetable soup. Wasnt sure what to make of them. The fries were good.

The meat are juicy an cooked rightI live the ribs no need extra BBQ SAUCEBut the coleslaw too spicyFries are freshly cooked

Best poutine on the planet! Been coming for years always friendly and helpful staff. And delicious food! Bring an appetite because servings are very generous!

So damn good! If you like BBQ then this is the perfect place! Family owned and you can tell that the food has been lovingly perfected over the years.

A bit of a drive from where we were but I thought it was worth it. We pigged out as it was a long drive back home so we loaded up on what they had left. I got the last pulled pork sloppy joe sandwich, which I was so craving another when I was done. Doubt I could have ate another but hey lol. Dining room wasnt open yet as covid is still a bit of a problem on the island. Super friendly cashier/greeter, she help out those of us who couldnt decide on what to devour. A bit too much sauce/dressing on the kale salad but other than that it was bang on. I definitely recommend Smokin Georges to anyone craving some great BBQ. I will be back for sure to get my eat on. Thanks for a great meal...

Ordered take out to take with me on the ferry home. The person who answered (I think it was Carterwas very friendly over the phone and when we went to pick up the food. We ordered for two people - the Feast that came with the pulled pork, sausage, pulled chicken, brisket, and ribs, which came with large fries, slaw, and corn bread. We also ordered pulled pork mac & cheese, stuffed hashbrowns, and a Bacon Nanaimo bar. Everything was delicious. The highlights were the brisket, beans and the pulled pork mac & cheese. We thought the slaw was on the vinegar-y side, which got harder to eat towards the end. I wanted to try the poutine too, but didnt order it. Good thing because we got a lot of food and had to take a break in between. Looking forward to visited again.

Yum yum... pull pork and mac and cheese. Worth a trip down from Campbell River every time we head to Nanaimo. Excellent service by staff and George. Parking can be a challenge sometimes. Definitely a tummy filler.

Food was tasty.. we had the smoking BBQ platter for 49.00. Lots of food.. plus we got 3 sides.. dont need those that is fore sure. The Coleslaw was good not made with Mayo dressing . So yummy.

We had a delicious lunch, and great friendly service. Staff was patient and helpful as we asked for options with dietary restrictions. Youll see pictured here; Smoked chicken special, Half rack of ribs with fries, and fried pickles. Ribs were my favourite z but especially liked their slaw and baked beans.

Extremely good food! The owner was on-hand, nice guy and suggested a pretty awesome selection for a group of 7 of us. More food than we could finish for $20 a head.

Only two photos to show, but this place is awesome. Its nestled in an industrial area and offers an awesome menu. The pulled pork sandwich came quick and a tall skinny bald guy came by to ensure everything was well.I remember coming when our kids were little. They didnt have a kids menu, but were willing to whip something up for them. I will be back to try a different menu option.

This is without exaggeration the best BBQ joint that I have ever been to. We decided to stop in here after a day at the beach, we werent extremely hungry when we got there. We ordered the pork plate and a side Caesar to share and ended up ordering more food.The food was amazing and the staff we super friendly even though you could tell that they were crazy busy and hustling their butts off.Ill be back