J’s BBQ Smokehouse & Catering

About

J's BBQ smokes everything fresh daily in a space that honors nearly 50 years of Kansas City pit tradition—it was home to Johnny's BBQ before reopening under new ownership in 2025. The family-friendly smokehouse is known for burnt ends voted best in the city, fall-apart ribs, and tender brisket, with daily specials throughout the week and a patio for lingering over meals. Reservations are available online, and they handle catering for everything from birthday parties to corporate events.

What's on

EventLabor Day CelebrationMon, Sep 7 · 11:00 AM

Celebrate the long Labor Day weekend

EventNational Drink Beer DayMon, Sep 28 · 11:00 AM

Try one of many craft brews

EventNational Dessert DayWed, Oct 14 · 11:00 AM

Indulge in dinner and a dessert

EventNational Chocolate DayWed, Oct 28 · 11:00 AM

Because life is better with chocolate

EventHalloweenSat, Oct 31 · 11:00 AM

Bring your best costume and join us

EventNational Sandwich DayTue, Nov 3 · 11:00 AM

Because food tastes better between bread

Features

Hours

Specials

Every dayFather's Day $18 Slabs

Prime rib or ribs slab special on Father's Day; requires pre-order

Wed, SatWednesday Slab Day11 AM – 8 PM

Full slab of spareribs with bread and pickle spears for $18

Tuesday specialTuesday Lunch Plate11 AM – 4 PM

Choice of smoked meat, pit beans, French fries, bread, pickle and a drink

Thursday specialThursday Combo Beef & Ham11 AM – 4 PM

Brisket and ham sandwich on bun with fries, pickle and drink

Thursday specialThursday Tenderloin Combo4 PM – 8 PM

Hand breaded and deep fried with lettuce, onion, tomato, fries and drink

Friday specialFriday Ribs & Fries11 AM – 4 PM

2-3 rib bones, bread, pickle, fries and a drink