Maverick's Smokehouse and Taproom – American
The air at Maverick's Smokehouse and Taproom hangs heavy with the irresistible scent of woodsmoke, drawing guests into a high-energy space where the clink of pint glasses meets the warmth of soulful comfort food. Golden-fried delights and indulgent piles of fries loaded with smoky bacon and jalapeños anchor a menu built for sharing, from vibrant tacos to overflowing plates of BBQ nachos. It is a lively destination where bold, savory flavors and a relaxed taproom vibe create the ultimate setting for spirited gatherings and unpretentious feasting.
900 West Main Street, Durham NC 27701 https://maverickssmokehouse.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, pescatarian, plant-based, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:20 AM - 2:00 AM
What diners are saying
Diners rave about the incredible burgers that are consistently cooked to perfection, highlighting the high-quality flavors and reasonable prices. Guests love the inviting space and frequently praise the helpful staff for providing an attentive and welcoming dining experience. Celebrated for its warm atmosphere and standout menu items, this destination offers a satisfying visit that reviewers are eager to recommend to others.
Menu
Starters and Shareables
- Wings - $11: 1 lb. of juicy, delicious hickory-smoked wings Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Onion Rings - $7: 1/2 lb. of Crispy Crunchy Onion Rings Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese Fries - $8: Crispy fries with melty cheese Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bacon Jalapeno Fries - $9: Creamy jalapeno ranch and bacon over our yummy fries! Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Tenders - $11: Served with one side and hushpuppies Available at: dinner, lunch
- Buffalo Chicken Tenders - $12: Served with one side and hushpuppies Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- BBQ Nachos - $12: Tortilla chips, pico, jalapenos, and melty cheese topped with sour cream Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tacos - $13.5: 3 tacos with your choice of tortillas and meats! Served with one side and hush puppies Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smokehouse Salad - $11: Spring greens with red onions, cucumbers, tomatoes, and cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grazing Plate - $12: Choose any 3 Sides! Served with hush puppies Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Burgers
- BBQ Bacon Burger - $16.5: 2 premium beef patties with Mav's Memphis BBQ sauce, onion rings, hickory-smoked bacon, lettuce, tomato, and American cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Durham Burger - $15.5: 2 premium beef patties with lettuce, tomato, onions, pickles, mayo, ketchup, and American cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hell Yeah Burger - $15.5: 2 premium beef patties with Mav's jalapeno ranch, fresh jalapenos, hickory-smoked bacon, and American cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fergie Burger - $15.5: 2 premium beef patties with hickory-smoked bacon, caramelized onions, Mav's special sauce, and American cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Brunch Burger - $16.5: Bacon cheeseburger served with a fried egg Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
Sandwiches
- NC Chopped Pork Sandwich - $14.5: East NC (vinegar) pork BBQ on a buttery toasted bun Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pulled Chicken Sandwich - $14.5: Pulled chicken on a buttery toasted bun Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jalapeno Cheddar Smoked Sausage Sandwich - $14.5: Homemade sausage sliced and served on a buttery toasted bun Available at: dinner, lunch
- Southern Belle Chicken Sandwich - $15.5: Hand-dipped fried chicken breast, pickles, and mayo Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hell Yeah Chicken Sandwich - $15.5: Hand-dipped fried chicken breast with Mav's jalapeno ranch, fresh jalapenos, hickory-smoked bacon, american cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- BBQ Bacon Chicken Sandwich - $16.5: Hand-dipped fried chicken breast with Mav's memphis BBQ sauce, onion rings, hickory-smoked bacon, lettuce, tomato, and American cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Buffalo Chicken Sandwich - $15.5: Hand-dipped fried chicken breast tossed in our flavourful buffalo sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- Reuben - $15.5: House-made corned beef brisket sliced on rye bread with Mav's special sauce, caramelized onions, and gruyere cheese Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Turkey Bacon Club Sandwich - $15.5: Hickory-smoked turkey on Texas toast with field greens, tomato, garlic aioli, and smoked bacon Available at: dinner, lunch
- Brisket Burrito - $15.5: Smoked brisket wrapped in a tortilla Available at: dinner, lunch
Plates
- 1/3 Memphis-Rubbed Pulled Chicken Plate - $14.5: Served with one side and hush puppies Available at: dinner, lunch
- 1/3 East NC Chopped Pork Plate - $14.5: Served with one side and hush puppies Available at: dinner, lunch
- 1/3 Jalapeno Cheddar Smoked Sausage Plate - $14.5: Served with one side and hush puppies Available at: dinner, lunch
- 1/2 Memphis-Rubbed Pulled Chicken Plate - $16.5: Served with two sides and hush puppies Available at: dinner, lunch
- 1/2 East NC Chopped Pork Plate - $16.5: Served with two sides and hush puppies Available at: dinner, lunch
- 1/2 Jalapeno Cheddar Smoked Sausage Plate - $16.5: Served with two sides and hush puppies Available at: dinner, lunch
- 2 Meat Combo - $19: Served with 2 sides and hush puppies Available at: dinner, lunch
- 3 Meat Combo - $23.5: Served with 2 sides and hush puppies Available at: dinner, lunch
Kids Menu
- Lil' Mav's Tender Plate - $8: 2 chicken tenders, choice of one side, and hushpuppies Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lil' Mav's Cheese Burger - $8: 1 prime beef patty with cheese and ketchup, choice of one side, and hush puppies Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lil' Mav's Grazing Plate - $7.5: Choice of 2 sides and hush puppies Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lil' Mav's Special - $8: Creamy mac & cheese with choice of brisket, chicken, or pork! Comes with hush puppies Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lil Mav's Fried Chicken Sandwich - $8: Served with choice of side and hush puppies Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lil Mav's Wings - $8: Served with choice of side and hush puppies Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lil Mav's Plain Burger - $7: Served with choice of side and hush puppies Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Home-Made Banana Pudding - $6 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Fried Crispy Apple Fritter - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Ice Cream Pints - $11 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Ice Cream 1/2 Pints - $7 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Beverages
- Coke CAN - $2 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Diet Coke CAN - $2
- Sprite CAN - $2 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Cheerwine CAN - $3 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Ginger Beer - $4
- Sweet Tea - $2.5
- Lemonade - $3
- Soda Floats - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Frequently Asked Questions about Maverick's Smokehouse and Taproom
- What type of cuisine does this restaurant specialize in?
- Maverick's Smokehouse and Taproom specializes in American cuisine, featuring BBQ staples like pulled chicken, chopped pork, and signature burgers.
- What are the standout dishes based on the menu?
- Standout menu items include the BBQ Bacon Burger, Durham Burger, Hell Yeah Burger, BBQ nachos, and Memphis-rubbed pulled chicken plates.
- What is the overall customer sentiment about this restaurant?
- Diners rave about the perfectly cooked burgers, reasonable prices, and welcoming atmosphere, frequently praising the helpful and attentive staff.
- Is this restaurant good value for money?
- This budget-friendly ($) restaurant offers good value, with reviewers specifically highlighting high-quality burgers and flavorful BBQ at reasonable prices.
- What are the most popular dishes at this restaurant?
- Customers rave about the burgers, specifically the BBQ Bacon, Durham, Hell Yeah, and Fergie burgers, alongside BBQ nachos and wings.
- Is this restaurant currently open and operational?
- The provided data does not include current operating hours or status to confirm if the restaurant is currently open.
- Is this a good spot for a date or special occasion?
- This budget-friendly spot is ideal for casual dates, offering a lively taproom atmosphere, warm service, and highly-rated burgers.
- Is this restaurant suitable for families?
- This budget-friendly American restaurant is suitable for families, offering a welcoming atmosphere, helpful staff, and kid-friendly menu highlights like chicken tenders.
- What makes this restaurant unique or special?
- Maverick's Smokehouse and Taproom is unique for its high-energy taproom vibe, wood-smoked flavors, and highly-rated burgers at budget-friendly prices.
- Is this restaurant good for casual dining or more upscale?
- This budget-friendly American restaurant is ideal for casual dining, featuring a relaxed taproom vibe, high-energy atmosphere, and soulful comfort food.
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