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The one thing they are serious about here is the "smoke" part of the name. Everything, from greens to the wings, has a smoky flavor. The pulled pork, beef and chicken isn't quite as moist as what you'll find cooked outdoors in the Carolinas, but it's pretty damn close. They claim their Black Angus hot dog is the best in Brooklyn, and we haven't found anything to dispute that, especially because you can order one with pulled pork piled high on top. Even the Caesar salad comes topped with pork, beef or chicken. Basically, you're not gonna get out of this place without eating some meat.

But the best, meatiest part? Slide over to the bar post-meal and ask for some of the stuff from the atrocious-looking jar filled with liquid and meat. It's bourbon that's been marinating in bacon for months, and if you're a fan of both pig and alcohol, this is pretty close to heaven.

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