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Spanky’s Smokehouse and Saloon

Posted on 12. Jun, 2009 by Flicks and Food in Foods

Spanky’s Smokehouse and Saloon - Pulled Pork Sandwich

Spanky’s Smokehouse and Saloon - Banana Pudding

(21 votes, average: 3.71 out of 5)

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Total Grade: 76%
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Customer Service: 7
Food Quality: 8
Atmosphere: 7
Parking: 9
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Category: American Food, BBQ
Price Range: $$ ($10-$20 = Average)

In My Opinion:
Spanky’s Smokehouse and Saloon in San Antonio, TX – I tried Spanky’s Smokehouse after moving the rest of our office to our new location, I decided to drive around for a bit to find a new place to try. I finally saw that Spanky’s Smokehouse off of Blanco Rd., close to 1604 was opened. With their tagline, “The BEST Rack in town!” I just had to stop by and give Spanky’s Smokehouse a try. Wouldn’t you?

When I got seated, I waited almost 10 minutes before I got any service. I was so thirsty and was just about to walk out of there. Finally, Shelby my waitress came, I ordered sweet tea (we are in Texas that’s a must!) and I asked her what was the very best things on the menu. She recommended the cheeseburger but since I was in the mood for BBQ, the Pulled Pork Sandwich was the next best thing. I also got the onion rings with my sandwich. Getting the food was pretty quick, not much of a wait at all.

Wow! My very first bite into the Pulled Pork Sandwich was great! It had such a great smokey flavor. The pork was very tender, juicy, and had the right amount of spices cooked into it. You do not need any additional BBQ sauce, however if you want to they have 3 kinds: Carolina BBQ Sauce (which is like a vinaigrette), Habanero BBQ Sauce (for a little heat and kick), and a traditional sweet BBQ sauce. I felt while the onion rings are large slices and decent amount. There was just way too much breading on them, as you don’t really get to taste much of the onions. This was kind of a disappointment for me. But again the sandwich was great.

I also ordered my one of my favorite desserts in the world, which is Banana Pudding! As I grew up in the country, this was one our our desserts we would always make from scratch. From the sandwich and feel of this place, I was expecting one of the best Banana Pudding I’ve ever had. I was sadly disappointed, the Banana Pudding seemed to be slightly above average. I think they could have put more ripe bananas and vanilla wafers into the pudding to really bring out the banana flavor. When the bananas are turning brown, those are the best for pudding and banana nut bread.

Great thing about this location is they have their own dedicated parking lot, so you’re always bound to find a spot. When you first walk in, this place seems to take you back in time. A time when things were simple. It reminds me of back home where I grew up and Spanky’s Smokehouse has that very small town feel. I’m sure most of you know what I mean, when you’ve gone traveling in Texas and you stop in those small towns. You can get that from the atmosphere and decor around you. I did feel like I was not in San Antonio, TX anymore.

www.spankyssmokehouse.com

Location Visited:
16505 Blanco Rd.
San Antonio, TX 78232
Tel: (210) 479-7200

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Tags: American Food, BBQ, Price $$ Average, San Antonio, TX