SmokeStacks Cafe – American
The air at SmokeStacks Cafe is thick with the irresistible perfume of slow-burning wood, drawing guests into a vibrant space where casual comfort meets culinary craft. The kitchen celebrates the art of the smokehouse alongside playful, globally-inspired bites, ranging from crackling house-fried pork rinds and tender, slow-simmered cabbage to pillowy pork belly steam buns and wings burnished to a perfect, smoky crisp. Whether diving into a creamy bowl of white chicken chili or sharing a plate of zesty bang bang shrimp, diners find a soulful experience that feels both familiar and excitingly bold.
701 East Lane Street, 27601 https://smokestackscaferaleigh.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: high-protein, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic
Currently closed
Hours
- Wednesday
- 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- Thursday - Friday
- 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- Saturday
- 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
- Sunday
- 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners rave about the incredible seafood and the cozy atmosphere that makes for a memorable dining experience. Guests consistently praise the welcoming service staff who are noted for being attentive and checking in regularly throughout the meal. Celebrated for its warm environment, reviewers highlight this as a top choice for group gatherings and professional outings alike.
Menu
Appetizers
- House-fried Pork Rinds - $8: House-fried pork rinds Dietary tags: Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Broccoli Cheddar Poofs - $10: House-made cheese puffs made with a blend of potatoes, broccoli, and cheese, lightly fried Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- 3 Hour Cabbage - $13: Cabbage slow cooked in miso butter for 3 hours, crispy garlic Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Egg Rolls - $14: Blend of fresh gochujang shrimp, cabbage, and carrots, hand rolled and fried crispy Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked Fish Dip - $15: House-made smoked fish dip with house fried pork rinds Dietary tags: High-Fiber, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bang Bang Shrimp - $15: Fresh shrimp pan fried in house-made kimchi bang bang sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork Belly Steam Buns - $14: House-smoked BBQ pork belly, kimchi, miso mayo, on grilled steam buns Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Signature Smoked Wings (10) - $18: House-smoked and fried crispy wings, choice of sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Wing Plate Special (6) - $15: 6 signature smoked wings with hand-cut fries Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads and Soups
- White Chicken Chili (Cup) - $8: Slow simmered chicken, white beans, and green chiles in a creamy house-made chicken broth Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- White Chicken Chili (Bowl) - $14: Slow simmered chicken, white beans, and green chiles in a creamy house-made chicken broth Dietary tags: High-Protein, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caesar Salad - $14: Romaine, parmesan, capers, croutons, house Caesar dressing Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Charred Radicchio Salad - $16: Charred radicchio, cabbage, pickled beets, brie cream, orange segments, broccoli, toasted sunflower seeds, house vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Butter Chicken Naanwich - $17: Boneless dark meat chicken marinated in house-made butter curry sauce, pickled veggies, on toasted naan bread, with hand-cut fries Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked Steak Sandwich - $21: House-smoked tri tip steak, havarti cheese, grilled onions, mustard sauce, with hand-cut fries Available at: dinner, lunch
- Meatball Pot Pie - $25: House-made mini meatballs, mushrooms, broccoli, potatoes, celery, carrots, and onions in beef broth, topped with puff pastry Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked Salmon - $24: House-smoked salmon filet, seasoned rice, roasted broccoli, lentils Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Thick Cut Pork Chop - $27: Pan seared thick cut bone-in pork chop with house-made bleu cheese walnut risotto Available at: dinner, lunch
- Thursday Burger Feature - $18: House-made double smash patty burger with hand-cut fries and choice of select beer Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Hand-cut Fries - $7: Signature crispy hand-cut fries tossed in garlic herb oil, topped with parmesan, served with signature sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Pink Pony Shot - $7: Peach Schnapps, Cranberry, Fris Vodka Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Kentucky Duck Fart Shot - $13: Kahlua, Buffalo Trace Bourbon Cream, Buffalo Trace
- Mulled Wine - $10: Red Wine, Orange, Cranberry, Bourbon
- Hot Buttered Rum - $12: Dark Rum, Cinnamon Spice Butter, Hot Apple Cider Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Hillstone Crisp Martini - $13: Bombay Sapphire Gin, Lemon, Elderflower Liqueur, Sauvignon Blanc Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Espresso Martini - $14: Cantera Negra, Tito's Vodka, Kahlua, Coffee, Cream
- Apples & Smoke - $14: Los Vecinos Mezcal, Apple Cider, Dry Curacao, Lemon, Lime, Salted Rim Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Lavender Gin & Tonic - $12: Gordon's Gin, Peaflower, House-made Lavender Simple Syrup, Lemon, Tonic Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Fred's Drink - $12: Lunazul Tequila, Elderflower Liqueur, Basil Simple Syrup, Lemon, Lime, Salted Rim Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Spicy Cranberry Margarita - $13: Espolon Blanco Tequila, Cranberry, House-made Spicy Cranberry Puree, Triple Sec, Lemon, Lime Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Almost Naked & Famous - $14: Montelobos Mezcal, Benedictine, Aperol, Lime Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Signature Bloody Mary - $12: Fris Vodka, House-made Bloody Mary Mix, House Pickled Veggies Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Smoked Old Fashioned - $13: Jim Beam, Luxardo Cherry, Crude Smoke & Salt Bitters, Orange Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Lavender Lemon Drop - $13: Tito's Vodka, Lemon Juice, House-made Lavender Simple Syrup, Triple Sec
- Bee's Knees - $13: Bombay Gin, Lemon Juice, Honey Syrup, Honey Comb
- Dalgona White Russian - $14: Tito's Vodka, Kahlua, Cream, House-made Dalgona Whipped Coffee Foam Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Mimosa - $8: Choice of Orange, Pineapple, Cranberry, or Grapefruit juice
- Counter Culture Drip Coffee - $4: Hot or Iced Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- House-made Lemonade - $4: Fresh lemonade Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Pepsi Products - $2: Assorted sodas Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
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