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Smitty's Taste Of The Bayou, a mouth-watering Barbecue restaurant in National City, CA, brings the authentic flavors of the Bayou to your plate. Located at 41 E 8th St Unit B, our restaurant is a must-visit destination for anyone craving delicious Southern-style barbecue. At Smitty's Taste Of The Bayou, we're passionate about serving up tender, slow-cooked meats smoked to perfection. Our menu features a range of mouth-watering options, from classic ribs and brisket to savory sausages and more. Pair your meal with our signature sides, including creamy coleslaw and crispy hushpuppies. Whether you're in the mood for a casual lunch or a night out with friends, our Barbecue restaurant provides a welcoming atmosphere that's perfect for any occasion. Our friendly staff is dedicated to providing top-notch service, ensuring that every guest feels like part of the family. Come taste the difference at Smitty's Taste Of The Bayou. Visit us today and experience the rich flavors of the Bayou in the heart of National City!

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Jalen Sellars
Jalen Sellars -Google user
2 years ago
Great place for soul food and a catfish lover like myself from the South. This place is located inside multiple other restaurants and business it's almost like a food mall. Tucked away and easy to miss but worth a try there's other food options as well.
Dine inLunch$10–20Atmosphere: 5Catfish Dinner
txv txv
txv txv -Google user
a year ago
I love this place, they’re always consistent and everything is fresh. I usually get the fried fish, collard greens and mac & cheese. I always get a sliced lemon with my plate, that small addition is really the chef’s kiss. That fish is seasoned and...Read More
Dine inDinner$20–30Atmosphere: 5Catfish Dinner, Catfish Shrimp PlatePlenty of parkingFree parking lot, Free street parking
Brandie Belich
Brandie Belich -Google user
a year ago
Absolutely LOVE LOVE this place! I came all the way from Houston to visit family in Rayville and will forever stop at Smittys! Great Food and Great Service!
Dine inAtmosphere: 5
Cory Williams
Cory Williams -Google user
3 years ago
Ribs tender dirty rice needed more it’s delicious nice portions for the price
Sarah Nance
Sarah Nance -Google user
3 years ago
As a frequent traveler to Louisiana... I'm beyond excited to find some legit southern food right here in San Diego!
N Jones
N Jones -Google user
a year ago
Oh my God! It tastes like Christmas at grandmas house in Georgia. THIS is what I’ve been looking for. I’m new from the east coast & soul food is hard to come by in this city. I had the catfish, greens & beans, unfortunately they...Read More
Take outLunch$20–30Atmosphere: 5Catfish Dinner, Ribs Greens Macaroni and Cheese
Johnnie Scott
Johnnie Scott -Google user
3 years ago
Had the catfish dinner with two sides: baked beans and greens. My wife ordered Catfish shrimp and Fries. I guess we weren't in the mood for ribs this trip so I will need to get back to try those. Everything was great except the...Read More
Dine inDinner$10–20
Larry Barnum
Larry Barnum -Google user
2 years ago
Being from South Mississippi, I didn’t have much expectation from any place on the west coast that sells soul food. Smitty’s is legit! Flavorful, good portions, and decently price. The Mac and cheese, greens, and baked beans were all off the chain. I highly recommend.
Jeremy Daniels
Jeremy Daniels -Google user
2 years ago
Wow, this food was amazing! Had the BBQ chicken, it was massive and so juicy. Sauce was on point too! Mac and cheese and baked beans were fantastic too. Would give six stars if I could!
Atmosphere: 5
Karle Neal
Karle Neal -Google user
6 years ago
We dropped in Smitty's for some to-go benefits on our means to Hess. We had actually both avoided lunch that day, so we were starving when the great girl at the register asked us what appeared excellent.\"Everything!\" wasn't the ideal response, though it was the...Read More
Patrina Williams
Patrina Williams -Google user
a year ago
Food was delicious, had the catfish dinner with greens and Mac, greens was tender and good food was fresh and hot. My coworker had the catfish platter with shrimp
Dine inDinner$20–30Catfish Dinner
Sam Ungricht
Sam Ungricht -Google user
7 years ago
Smitty's is super good. The ribs, chicken and sides are super high quality. Its hard to say what I liked best in the combo plate. Everything is just so good. If you like really good BBQ look no further. Best in SD!
Ruben Armas
Ruben Armas -Google user
8 years ago
I want share my story in how good this food is. I order combo pork and chicken. It was so tender. The Mac and cheese and jambalaya rice was so good also. I was at Novo Brazil having some IPA beer. Over all food great.
Evan Schwalb
Evan Schwalb -Google user
2 years ago
Ribs were awesome, and the collards were delicious, felt like I was back in Florida with how good they were!
Gabriela Vergara
Gabriela Vergara -Google user
7 years ago
Ribs, chicken, rice, and collared greens were perfection. Tender and juicy and the best BBQ I've had. 👏👌 …
Alexander Potapov
Alexander Potapov -Google user
6 years ago
Great suggestions and choices. Very fairly priced. Styles for all types of barbeque lovers. The owner is very friendly and helpful.
Luis Collado
Luis Collado -Google user
2 years ago
Been here twice. Absolutely delicious both times Def gonna be a regular for me
Food: 5…
Roderrick Simmons
Roderrick Simmons -Google user
7 years ago
Excellent ribs and fish. Garlic fries taste wonderful. Greens ok.
Michael menshek
Michael menshek -Google user
2 years ago
The poor boy sandwich was to die for, and the bread was perfect. Do yourself a favor and get the baked beans .
john King
john King -Google user
7 years ago
Best greens around. Cooked with Vinegar and add hot sauce to taste, can't be beat.

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