Hickory's Smokehouse Abingdon
Besselsleigh Rd, Wootton, Boars Hill, Abingdon OX13 6DN
Rating: 4.6 ★ (108 ratings)
Details
Hickory's Smokehouse Abingdon offers a distinctive ranch-style atmosphere, bringing a vibrant taste of the American South to Oxfordshire. The venue has been thoughtfully transformed to create a destination with a lively buzz, featuring Southern-inspired décor and subtle American road-trip references throughout. Guests can enjoy a mix of comfortable seating, larger tables ideal for group celebrations, or a unique chef's bar that places you right in the heart of the kitchen action. Outside, a secluded garden inspired by Southern outdoor living provides a covered dining terrace for warmer months, alongside an outdoor play area for younger visitors. Southern Pride smokers, specially shipped from Tennessee and Missouri, proudly anchor the restaurant, demonstrating a genuine commitment to authentic barbecue and contributing to the welcoming, Southern hospitality.
The cuisine focuses on authentic American barbecue, with dishes cooked low and slow by expert pitmasters. Notable choices include tender Memphis Ribs and the impressive 16-Hour-Smoked Texas-Style Brisket, alongside the substantial Smokehouse Platter, perfect for sharing. Beyond the classic smoked meats, the menu also features a variety of burgers, subs, and tempting appetisers such as Frickles and Giant Garlic Buttered Pretzel Bites. The drinks menu is equally impressive, boasting an extensive collection of bourbons, inventive cocktails, craft beers, and thick shakes to complement your meal.
This family-friendly restaurant and bar is well-suited for a wide range of occasions, from casual dates to significant celebrations and larger family get-togethers. With dedicated facilities like a children's cinema room and an outdoor play area, it caters exceptionally well to families. Whether popping in for a quick lunch or settling down for a long, relaxed evening meal, the inviting atmosphere and generous portions make it an ideal spot for anyone arriving with a hearty appetite. It’s also a welcoming spot for those simply looking to enjoy drinks at the bar, perhaps for after-work refreshments or pre-dinner cocktails.
Location
Opening Hours
Monday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM | Tuesday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM | Wednesday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM | Thursday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM | Friday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM | Saturday: 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM | Sunday: 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Contact
+44 1865 630190 | https://hickorys.co.uk/venue/abingdon/
Comments
The food was outstanding, the cocktails was delicious. The service was on point. We also had a little tour a round the kitchen and smokers yesterday. We had a masterclass to make our own cocktail introduced by Tom! Our servers Lauren and Renate were so friendly and efficient. Ending our night by the bar with an old fashion made by Morgan. Fantastic all round. Can’t wait to come back with people that deserve this kind of service! 💕thank you for making us feel special xx
From start to finish the staff were great and very attentive. We all had the platter and is a great way to try all i believe what they are about. Portions were generous and yes its not cheap. But blimey its good and with couple of sides we were still saying how stuffed we were the next morning 😆.
Ooh and i did have the pickled shooter and that was an experience lol.
Big up to our waiter sebastian,even though all were fantastic.
Thank you all and continue the hard work.