Soul & Smoke - Evanston

About

Chicago BBQ restaurant with a flagship location in Evanston's 5th Ward, serving smoked meats and soul food sides.

This Evanston restaurant serves smoked meats, soul food and sides prepared in-house from quality ingredients.

Lunch and dinner menus are offered.

Known for

  • Smoked meats and soul food sides
  • Food made from scratch

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Hours

Monday11 AM – 8:30 PM
Tuesday11 AM – 8:30 PM
Wednesday11 AM – 8:30 PM
Thursday11 AM – 8:30 PM
Friday11 AM – 9 PM
Saturday11 AM – 9 PM
Sunday11 AM – 8:30 PM

Location

1601 Payne St · Evanston, Evanston

Details

Features

  • Gluten-free options
  • Vegan options
  • Vegetarian friendly

Good for

Dinner · Lunch

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