Woody's Smoke Shack

515-277-0005
2511 Cottage Grove Ave
Des Moines, IA 50311
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Restaurants, Caterers
Barbecue Restaurants

Customer Reviews (7 reviews)

Citysearch User

on Citysearch Oct 01, 2009
I am a big fan of woodys! It is fairly new to the area but fits in well. Greats food decently priced. Worth every penny if you ask me. I lov... (more)

TexasTim

on Citysearch Dec 18, 2008
I just can't get enough of the delicious brisket sandwich, comfort food sides, and friendly atmosphere! I am only in town for the week until returning to Texas and hope to get my fill before going home. Wish I had a BBQ... (more)

dmbbqcook

on Citysearch Sep 06, 2008
The address is 2511 Cottage Grove and the food was great. Best ribs and brisket I have had in a long time. THe place was small and crowded but got food out fast and hot. Free corn bread was a plus also. Went there after... (more)

DesMoinesBBQLover

on Citysearch Jul 06, 2008
I saw the news of this opening in the Register and thought I'd give it a try. Not sure what championships he's won, but clearly there wasn't any competition. Brisket was tough, dry and fatty, ribs were overcooked and... (more)

beddy2005

on Citysearch Jun 11, 2008
Very refreshing to have a great bbq place in Des Moines! I visited the new restaurant on cottage grove this week . The staff was so friendly and even gave me a tour of the kitchen! I was excited when I couldnt find a... (more)

AurthorBryant

on Citysearch Jun 10, 2008
The chiken tasted like it had been nuked and the sauce was way to sweet. My friend had the beef and said it had been smoked fast not slow and he could tell. It made us want to go to Ingersoll and fight the wait at Uncle... (more)

wdmfoodie

on Citysearch May 16, 2008
I'm not sure what it takes to win a BBQ competition, but evidently not good BBQ! As an avid fan of BBQ and someone who has eaten at every BBQ plane in Des Moines that I know of, I found their ribs to be terrible, their pork to... (more)

Recent Comments


Great food. Great atmosphere. Fabulous owners and staff!! Thanks for supporting the... (more)
drakegirl, May 06, 2011

Great food. Great atmosphere (more)
Leana.momstop, May 06, 2011

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