Soul & Smoke Evanston

Darrin Logan (Dblack) a month ago

I had heard about his new restaurant from one of the news Outlets. decided to go with my sister and my niece. I thought the food to be homemade! The real tips was very tender not overcooked the mac and cheese was fantastic also the collard greens taste just like home. The cornbread was great not too heavy and have a sweet taste to it it was a great experience D Logan

Len Joy a month ago

I would give Soul & Smoke 10 stars if that were an option. My family of 4 went on a Friday. It was a full house but the wide open dining space made conversation easy. The portions were generous and everything we tried was delicious. Even more impressive was the artistry with which each dish was presented. It was truly a gourmet experience . A great addition to Evanston dining. Highly highly highly recommended

Thomas Poovathur a month ago

Soul & Smoke BBQ is a Chicago area barbecue and soul food restaurant founded by Chef D’Andre Carter and Heather Bublick, built around a passion for authentic, slow smoked barbecue and scratch made Southern inspired comfort food. The restaurant is known for meats such as brisket, pulled pork, ribs, rib tips, smoked sausage and turkey, complemented by hearty sides including macaroni and cheese, collard greens, red beans and rice, apple slaw and cornbread. Soul & Smoke blends traditional barbecue techniques with Chef Carter’s fine dining background, creating food that feels both approachable and carefully crafted. The business has expanded from its catering and community roots into multiple Chicago area locations, including its flagship Evanston restaurant, while maintaining a strong emphasis on hospitality, community and quality ingredients. The result is a distinctive barbecue experience that combines Chicago’s rich food culture with Southern soul food traditions and modern culinary influences.

Damoyne Mccoy 2 months ago

I will start by saying I Use to love this place 2022-2023 . I recently came back in town and purchased turkey tips. I can say the mood for me was a waste , literally in my frig now . The tips had almost no season on them ..no sign of it being smoked from the taste nor the color and honestly didn’t even smell smoke . I know that it was busy but to eat something that contradicts the name of it while paying $56 for two people to eat tips in a small container I am extremely baffled. I wouldn’t tell anyone to eat here as of now .I was about a festival and wanted bbq that I “thought. “ I could count on . Ig I’ll keep looking Evanston smh

Lauren Ratajczak 3 months ago

This week, my organization ordered catering from Soul & Smoke for a staff event, and it exceeded our expectations! Right from the beginning, Sarah, a team member at Soul & Smoke, was very communicative and responded quickly to our inquiries. She provided excellent food recommendations regarding the number of people attending the event and detailed the food items that would be safe for our staff members with dietary restrictions or allergies. One feature we particularly appreciated was the inclusion of food tent cards, which outlined the ingredients in each dish and highlighted any allergens or dietary restrictions. This thoughtful detail made it easier for everyone to choose safely, and it’s something we’ve never experienced with a catering service before! The delivery was on time, and they kept us updated with a delivery tracker, which was very helpful! The delivery driver assisted us in loading the catering onto a cart and was polite. Most importantly, the quality and freshness of the food were outstanding! A few standout items included the pulled pork, pulled chicken, mac & cheese, green beans, and their new dessert, peach cobbler! Our staff absolutely loved the food. Here a