No smoke without fire...

From Street Food Festivals to Thessaloniki’s Premier Smokehouse

 

At Deano’s Smokes BBQ, we’re not just serving food—we’re serving a story, a tradition, and a passion for authentic American BBQ. Founded by husband and wife team Deano and Maria, our journey began serving family and friends in the UK, and Greece, before moving on to street food festivals, where the irresistible scent of our slow-smoked meats drew crowds hungry for real, handcrafted barbecue. As our following grew, so did our ambition, leading us to our very own smokehouse right here in Thessaloniki.

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Honoring the Craft of True American BBQ

 

BBQ is more than just cooking—it’s a craft passed down through generations. In the heart of America, from the smoky pits of Texas to the legendary smokehouses of the South, slow-smoking over wood and charcoal has been perfected into an art. We carry this heritage forward, bringing the soul of traditional American BBQ to Greece.

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Why Deano’s Smokes is Different

 

🔥 No Shortcuts, Just Smoke & Fire – We use only real cherry and oak wood combined with charcoal—never gas or electric. The result? Deep, complex flavors that can’t be faked.

🔥 Everything Made From Scratch – We believe that true BBQ deserves real, handcrafted flavors. That’s why every single thing on your plate—from our slow-smoked meats to our homemade sides and even our signature sauces—is made from scratch, right here on-site.

🔥 The Perfect Bread Pairing – The only thing we don’t make ourselves is the bread—but even that was a carefully chosen process. After countless tastings and trials, we found the perfect bread to complement our barbecue, balancing texture, flavor, and authenticity to enhance every bite.

🔥 One-of-a-Kind Smoker – Our custom-built gravity feed smoker is designed to achieve the perfect balance of heat and smoke, creating those signature deep smoke rings and rich, mouthwatering taste.

🔥 BBQ Worth Waiting For – Our pitmaster dedicates around 40 hours over our two opening days, tirelessly tending the smoker to ensure every cut of meat reaches absolute perfection. That’s why we’re open only two days a week—because true BBQ can’t be rushed.

From humble festival stalls to a dedicated smokehouse, Deano’s Smokes BBQ is built on patience, passion, and a deep respect for the BBQ craft. Join us and taste the difference that real, made-from-scratch barbecue makes.