Fat Bob's Smokehouse

4.5(2,637)

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Location & Hours

Address

41 Virginia Pl
Buffalo, New York 14202
United States

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Hours

Closed • Opens Today at 11:30 AM

MondayClosed

Tuesday11:30 AM - 9:00 PM

Wednesday11:30 AM - 9:00 PM

Thursday11:30 AM - 9:00 PM

Friday11:30 AM - 11:00 PM

Saturday12:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Sunday1:00 PM - 9:00 PM

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Contact Information

(716) 887-2971

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About Fat Bob's Smokehouse

BBQ fans fill up on smoked meats, homemade sides & local beer in a kitschy joint with TV-topped bar.

Price range: moderately priced

Google-sourced data last fetched on April 30, 2025.

4.5/5

Based on 2,637 reviews

Recent Reviews

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Laz Lazaridis

4 months ago

“Fat Bob’s Smokehouse is a true gem! The brisket was hands down top 3 I’ve ever had perfectly tender, smoky, and bursting with flavor. And don’t even get me started on their homemade hot sauce it was ...

Angela Harmon

2 months ago

I used my gift card today from a previous ordered missing food. I ordered mac n cheese topped in pulled pork and coleslaw side of mashed potatoes and side of baked beans. It was terrible!!!! the mac a...

Kevin Dau

a week ago

A quintessential “hole in the wall“ establishment. Out front is a simple sign directing into the door, inside is some of the best barbecue in the area. Always busy, bar seating is always available wit...

Emmara “GoddessofBlunder” Acosta

3 months ago

Damn! What a delicious meal. The seasonal BBQ Mac and Cheese was amazing. The BBQ sauces were all great. I highly recommend giving this restaurant a try if your in town. I plan on returning to try mor...

Joseph Carpenter

2 weeks ago

The service an food was excellent. We came with a larger group than anticipated an Jim and his staff was accommodating an made sure our party was taken care of. On Behalf of the members of the Gamma...

What People Are Saying

Overall Experience

Generally positive dining experience, with many customers praising the food and overall atmosphere. The average rating suggests most patrons are satisfied.

Customer Favorites

Brisket and Mac & Cheese are frequently mentioned as standouts. Ribs and BBQ sauces also received positive comments.

Atmosphere & Service

The restaurant is described as a "hole in the wall" with a welcoming atmosphere. The staff is generally friendly and accommodating, especially when handling large groups.

Value & Quality

Customers frequently praise the tenderness and flavor of the meat, particularly the brisket. However, there's also a mention of poor food quality, including dry and flavorless dishes, in one negative review.

Areas for Improvement

One review mentions issues with dry food, lack of cheese in the mac & cheese, and excessive pepper usage. Limited street parking is also noted as a potential inconvenience.

Recent Trends

The most recent reviews reflect both very positive and very negative experiences. One customer lauded the seasonal BBQ mac & cheese, while another strongly criticized the overall food quality.