
Hickory's Smokehouse Castle Bromwich
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About Hickory's Smokehouse Castle Bromwich
Hickory's Smokehouse Castle Bromwich is a barbecue restaurant in Birmingham, on The Grn, set in a renovated building with American BBQ decor. The pitmasters smoke the brisket for 16 hours, and the smokehouse platter puts a mix of BBQ meats on one table. The menu also covers steaks, chicken and burgers. For dessert, the S'mores come with a little fire pot for toasting marshmallows. The bar pours cocktails and milkshakes, and NFL games are shown during the season. Dogs are welcome, and a doggy brunch event gives each dog a goody bag. That event has to be pre-booked. Front-counter staff seat guests at the table, and servers look after them from there.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingFree parking lot · Free street parking · Paid parking lot
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance, parking lot, restroom, seating
- Good for kidsGood for kids · Good for kids birthday · Has changing table(s)
- DietaryVegetarian options
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Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention smokehouse platter, doggy brunch, smores dessert with fire pot and milkshakes.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention smokehouse platter, doggy brunch, smores dessert with fire pot and milkshakes.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often come for the meat, with the smokehouse platter singled out as the way to get a little of everything, its meats described as succulent and tender. Others mention a lot of meat covered in sauce, plus steaks and chicken, with good cocktails alongside. Close behind is the service, which diners repeatedly call friendly and welcoming, with several saying nothing was too much trouble. The smores dessert, served with its own fire pot for toasting marshmallows, and milkshakes that were like a dessert in themselves also earn praise. One reviewer found the meat a bit dry and not very hot, and felt the quality fell short for the price, though the taste was there. Many visits were celebrations, and the doggy brunch gave each dog a goody bag with chews, dried fish and a tennis ball. One birthday diner was sung to and handed a doughnut with a candle.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often come for the meat, with the smokehouse platter singled out as the way to get a little of everything, its meats described as succulent and tender. Others mention a lot of meat covered in sauce, plus steaks and chicken, with good cocktails alongside. Close behind is the service, which diners repeatedly call friendly and welcoming, with several saying nothing was too much trouble. The smores dessert, served with its own fire pot for toasting marshmallows, and milkshakes that were like a dessert in themselves also earn praise. One reviewer found the meat a bit dry and not very hot, and felt the quality fell short for the price, though the taste was there. Many visits were celebrations, and the doggy brunch gave each dog a goody bag with chews, dried fish and a tennis ball. One birthday diner was sung to and handed a doughnut with a candle.
Featured reviews
- Kaya Altundal
“Been to hickory’s a few times but my first visiting the castle brom branch, food was great but what really impressed me was our service. We had Harley taking care of us, he went above and beyond to make sure our visit was special. A great young gentleman, real credit to himself and the team, will be returning again!”
- M R
“We had such a lovely experience at Hickory's Smokehouse Castle Bromwich! The food was absolutely delicious, the atmosphere was warm and welcoming, and the staff couldn't have been more friendly and attentive. It was my dad's first time visiting, and he absolutely loved it. He was so impressed with both the food and the fantastic service, and we all left with full stomachs and big smiles. Thank you to the whole team for making his first visit such a memorable one. We'll definitely be back!”
- Wacky Wonder
“First visit to Hickory's and I was very impressed. Its a really lovely place to eat with friendly service and lovely food. Lots of variety for the main course and the deserts were great especially the smores dessert, which was amazing with our own little fire pot to toast the marshmallows. The milkshakes were like a dessert in itself. Overall great place to visit, with a service that was outstanding from all the staff. Nothing was to much trouble and we will definitely be visiting again.”
- Lisa Agnew
“We went to the doggy brunch as our first visit to Hickory's. It did not disappoint! We had to prebook this popular event. As soon as we arrived we were seated in a special dog friendly outdoor area (heated) and given a goody bag for each of our two dogs. It had chews, dried fish and a tennis ball to play with, free of charge. The service was friendly and cheerful, the menu was as you would expect, bbq dishes, steaks, chicken, ect, all well presented and tasted great! We will definitely be back 😊”
- Katie Churchill
“Jack our server was making. Really friendly and welcoming! Honestly he could teach so many people a thing or 2 about customer service. He couldn’t do enough for us and welcomed me, my wife, daughter and grandfathers in law. The table was accessible for a pram and someone with mobility issues. Cannot complain about the food at all. It was all lovely! Would love Hickory's on the Isle of Wight!”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
“Join us to discover a true taste of Southern States in our authentic BBQ smokehouse. Whether you’re joining us for brunch, lunch, dinner or just drinks we’re ready to show you real Southern hospitality. Our barbecue is cooked low n’ slow by our Pitmasters… think 16-hour smoked Brisket, packed trays & platters built for sharing, plus burgers, mac’s & more. Head down & join us in our neighbourhood bars, the perfect place to grab a cold beer, hand-shaken cocktail or a crazy freakshake, while catching all the American football action this NFL season.”
- Fireplace
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
Amenities
- Wi-Fi
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Accepts reservations
- Outdoor seating
- Dogs allowed
- Dine-in
Show more amenities
- Family-friendly
- Vegetarian options
- Bar onsite
- Cozy
- Onsite services
- Beer
- Offerings· 9
- Alcohol
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Free water refills
- Hard liquor
- Quick bite
- Salad bar
- Small plates
- Wine
- Popular for· 1
- Solo dining
- Atmosphere· 2
- Casual
- Trendy
- Accessibility· 3
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- Highlights· 8
- Fireplace
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
- Live music
- Sports
- Facilities· 1
- Restroom
- Crowd· 2
- Groups
- Tourists
- Parking· 4
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Parking
- Dining options· 6
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
- Family-friendly· 5
- Good for kids
- Good for kids birthday
- Has changing table(s)
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
- Pet-friendly· 1
- Dogs allowed outside
- Planning· 3
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
Location
Barbecue restaurants near Hickory's Smokehouse Castle Bromwich
- Holy Smokes BBQ Birmingham4.71,9335.4 mi away
beef brisket, ribwich, lamb
- Hickory's Smokehouse Earlswood4.51,1309.9 mi away
birthday celebrations, ribs and BBQ trays, brisket
| Place | Rating | Distance | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hickory's Smokehouse Castle Bromwich | 4.43,829 | — | smokehouse platter, doggy brunch, smores dessert with fire pot |
| Holy Smokes BBQ Birmingham | 4.71,933 | 5.4 mi away | beef brisket, ribwich, lamb |
| Hickory's Smokehouse Earlswood | 4.51,130 | 9.9 mi away | birthday celebrations, ribs and BBQ trays, brisket |
The 2 nearest barbecue restaurants by distance. Ratings, hours and review terms come from public business profiles.
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