Smok BBQ
3330 Brighton Blvd #202, Denver, CO 80216
Overview
Paternity leave is a wild ride, but it also provides the perfect excuse for a high-stakes breakfast. I took my wife and our two-week-old for the baby's very first breakfast burrito outing, and we chose Smok BBQ in RiNo. It felt like a celebratory rite of passage for all of us.
Detailed Breakdown
1Tortilla
10/10This is a masterclass in wraps. It felt like a genuine, scratch-made tortilla, blissfully free of that industrial "store-bought Mission" vibe. It was slightly seared for a gentle crisp, and the wrap was so tight it didn't lose a single morsel.
2Use of Potatoes
10/10The tater tots were absolute perfection. They played their part with a disciplined proportion that never crowded out the other stars.
3Texture
10/10This was a total lounge party in the mouth. Between the fluffy eggs and the tender brisket, the experience was decadent, comfortable, and entirely luxurious.
4Flavor
10/10A rich, unique departure from the traditional BB that leans heavily into "treat" territory. The smoked brisket is flawless, while the green chile and queso act as the perfect supporting cast.
5General
10/10An absolute unit of a meal and an incredible value. I'm reserving this for special occasions—or any day I'm starving and need a win.