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Welcome To Buffalo Joe's Roadhouse
Buffalo Joe's Roadhouse, located at 100 Broadway St, Smithland, IA, is a culinary gem known for its friendly atmosphere and delectable comfort foods. Patrons rave about their homemade onion rings, cheese balls, and standout BBQ dishes. With a menu offering various options, including tenderloins and rib specials, every visit promises a satisfying meal. Though the appetizers may be a tad pricey, the quality and flavor are consistently praised. Guests are welcomed with warmth, making it an inviting stop for travelers. As you savor the mac and cheese, you'll understand why this roadhouse is rapidly becoming a local favorite.
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About
Buffalo Joe's Roadhouse
Welcome to Buffalo Joe's Roadhouse, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Smithland, Iowa at 100 Broadway St. This cherished eatery is not just a place to dine; it’s a celebration of community and flavor. When you step through the doors, you’re greeted by the delightful aroma of home-cooked meals and a warm, inviting atmosphere that makes you feel right at home.
At Buffalo Joe's, the menu boasts a variety of delicious dishes that have received resounding praise from patrons. Customer MaryAnne Oehlerking speaks highly of the homemade onion rings and cheese balls, highlighting the joyful experience of sharing different plates among friends and family. Flavor profiles are carefully crafted, ensuring that each dish captivates your taste buds from the first bite.
With rave reviews like that from Bryan Beckman, who praised the “fantastic food” and diligent service even during peak hours, it’s clear that Buffalo Joe's prioritizes quality, both in flavor and in customer care. The atmosphere is not just friendly; it’s lively. James Svoboda’s experience reflects a buzzing energy in the restaurant, and although the service may slow slightly when busy, the food remains a hit, with items like the tenderloin and pulled pork leaving diners thoroughly satisfied.
Brad Malvin recounts his own awe-inspiring culinary journey at Buffalo Joe's, praising dishes like the rib special and razorback tenderloin. His enthusiasm paints a picture of a destination worth stopping for, further solidified by Keri Mae, who declares it home to “the best BBQ around,” alongside a macaroni & cheese that is simply “phenomenal.”
Buffalo Joe's Roadhouse is more than just a dining establishment; it’s where memories are made over hearty meals, laughter, and a sense of belonging. Whether you’re a local or just passing through, this roadhouse promises a culinary experience that won’t disappoint. Make sure to drop by and find out why so many leave with a smile and a desire to return.
For reservations or inquiries, you can reach Buffalo Joe's at +1 712-889-2924. Experience the flavor and hospitality that has so many raving about this delightful roadhouse!
People talk
Our Guestbook
“ We had homemade onion rings, cheese balls, and everyone ordered different things. All of us enjoyed them. Friendly folks ”
“ Fantastic food! Was busy when we were here and even as busy as they were, our waiter/waitress did great keeping up. Great value, quality, flavor, definitely coming back! Thank you! ”
“ Great food, great atmosphere, a little slow service while busy but otherwise great! I ordered the tenderloin and was brought pulled pork and it did not disappoint! Only negative, very expensive appetizers. ”
“ Can I just say wow are first vist they were closing early for cleaning but stayed opened so we could eat and now we just went for are second trip and let me tell you the food is amazing I had the rib special it was so good and my wife had the razor back tenderloin which I tried a bite of was also amazing if your are driving by it is definitely worth a stop you will not be disappointed ”
“ I absolutely love this place! The food is amazing and I'm always given a warm welcome when I walk in the door. Best BBQ around and their macaroni & cheese is phenomenal! ”
“ Iowa is no stranger to the Bar or Tavern but have you ever been to a proper Roadhouse? Well someday soon you’ll have to be like Swayze (or Sam Elliott) and head over to Smithland and Buffalo Joes Roadhouse. Stepping in to a clean and unpretentious dining room with a bar and beers on tap, take a seat for some chicken sandwiches (crispy or grilled), pork sammiches, wings (with abundant sauces available) and bodacious burgers. Brisket is available Friday and Saturday nights. We had the daily special: Nashville Hot Sliders (with sauce made in house!) Coleslaw was tangy, sweet and crunchy and the fries were crispy as requested. Our waitress, Justina, was knowledgeable about their offerings, attentive and super friendly. Pack up the kids, hop on the bike or just take a drive for some great food, great prices and fun service. Protip: if you can spare the time out of Sioux City, take the Loess Hills Scenic Byway (Old 141) which takes you directly to Smithland. Beautiful scenic drive and then take the road back to the 29 to cruise back in to town. (Justina tipped us off to take that road especially in the fall for some beautiful sights). ”
“ Well, we made it back for our second visit finally, as my first 5-star review said. Everything was perfect, the same as the first time. Staff was very friendly, restaurant was clean and not packed with people, food came out fairly quick and was delicious. Two thumbs up! ”
“ Bar n Grill in a very small town in the Loess Hills. Perfect stopping point for your motorcycle ride through the hills on a nice day. Place was clean and well kept up. Gravel parking lot, so beware of that if you wish not to ride or park on gravel. You can street park as well if that’s the case. Decor is not super modern but it not old by any means. It looks more like a neat up to date diner than a bar and grill. However, don’t let that deter you on the food. Started with onion rings. Price wise, this was the only thing I was a bit disappointed by. You can see the amount I got in the basket in my picture, and seemed quite lite for 8. You can literally get a chicken sandwich for about the same price. I was ok spending 8 on onion rings, but I’d like to feel that I’m getting 8 worth as well, and there just wasn’t a lot there. However they were good rings, and the ranch was good too. Seemed a little thicker than what I’m used to, but I enjoyed it that way. I had the Gunslinger burger which is the burger, pulled pork, bacon, cheddar, & onion tanglers. It’s a popular favorite there. Sandwich was quite good. Plenty cooked, yet plenty of moisture. Good flavor as well. Menu lists it as 1 cheaper than what I was charged, so that needs updated in their menus. It’s only 1, but it’s a pet peeve of many people to be charged more than what the menu says, so it should really be updated, even if needing a ghetto sticker in each menu. I’d get the sandwich again, and I’d be willing to try other things as well. Chicken sandwich was also good. You can get it grilled or crispy and comes with lettuce, tomato and pickle. The choice for today was crispy. Was good and flavorful, and not dry. Worth getting again. Everything is a la carte, so fries were additional, however, if coupled with a sandwich, they are only 2.00 to add to each meal. They were piping hot and good fries. Nothing fancy, but when they are fresh and hot, it’s hard to go wrong. So, in a nutshell, it was a pretty good experience over all. Service was good, place was clean, prices for the most part were fair, and food was good. No doubt we’ll try this place again sometime. ”