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

EventNational IPA DayThu, Aug 6 · 11:00 AM

Come grab a beer with us on National IPA Day

EventLabor DayMon, Sep 7 · 11:00 AM

Come celebrate the long Labor Day weekend with us

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

Join us for National Drink Beer Day and try one of our many craft brews

Features

Hours

Specials

Tuesday specialTuesday Lunch Plate11 AM – 4 PM

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

Wed, SatWednesday Slab Day11 AM – 8 PM

Full Slab of Spareribs with Bread and Pickle Spears for $18

Thursday specialThursday Lunch Combo Beef & Ham11 AM – 4 PM

Brisket and Ham Sandwich on Bun with Fries, Pickle and a Drink

Thursday specialThursday Tenderloin Combo4 PM – 8 PM

Hand Breaded and Deep Fried Tenderloin with Lettuce, Onion, Tomato, Fries and a Drink

Friday specialFriday Lunch Ribs & Fries11 AM – 4 PM

3-4 Bones, Bread, Pickle Fries and a Drink

Friday specialFriday Prime Rib Carving Station4 PM – 8 PM

Smoked Prime Rib with Loaded Baked Potato, Bacon String Beans, Corn Muffin, Au Ju, Creamy Horsey Sauce and Sweet Treat