The Smokin' Oak Express

Super fast ordering process, the wait time was longer than we expected, but the fresh, Hot, tasty food was worth the wait. My only issue was it was very hot in the eating area by the windows. but it was a very hot, sunny day, and a member of their staff moved a giant fan to circulate the air and that helped a little bit.

Most places you either get quality or quantity. Not here. We got both. We ordered 2 Sampler Platters with sides of 2 pints of baked beans and 2 pints of coleslaw for 2 couples. The size of each platter and sides was big enough for 3-4 meals for each couple. And the taste is totally awesome. Try the tidbits with horse radish sauce, excellent. The ribs are meaty and not burnt.

The way they turned a bank drive up into the pay lanes in a terrific idea. They can except payment by multiple drivers at the same time reducing the time waiting in line. Then each vehicle pulls forward to a waiting parking space.

The number of staff working bring your food out to your car in a matter of just a few minutes.

We love going to The Smoking Oak in Red Wing so we knew we wouldn’t be disappointed here.

While waiting to order I was thinking; every time I have eaten at their Red Wing restaurant the owner or his wife have always been there and made a point to greet us at some point during our dining. I wonder if they will be here as well. Sure enough, there he was in the kitchen making sure every order was prepared right.