Maverick Smokehouse

4.7
329 reviews

About

Barbecue Restaurant

Details

  • DeliveryAvailable
  • TakeoutAvailable
  • Curbside pickupAvailable

Location

Maverick Smokehouse
515 Hopkins Street, Defiance, OH
43512, United States

Hours

Reviews

4.7
329 reviews
5 stars
280
4 stars
31
3 stars
8
2 stars
1
1 star
9

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Food Quality

Overall, customers praised the deliciousness and quality of the BBQ, particularly the brisket and smoked wings, with many considering it some of the best they've had.

Service

The staff received consistent positive feedback for being friendly, helpful, and attentive, contributing to a pleasant dining experience.

Atmosphere

The restaurant is noted for its small, cozy environment, though some customers mentioned limited seating and a need for updates.

Catering

Catering services were highly recommended, with many customers expressing satisfaction with the food quality and service for events.

Inconsistencies

A few reviews highlighted issues with certain menu items, such as dry ribs and underwhelming sides, indicating some inconsistency in food preparation.
  • BW
    Ballsack Weenier
    6 days ago
    2.0
    Food was okay? Mega overpriced it tasted generic/safe the banana pudding tasted like something I’d buy at the store my rib tips was mostly bone the brisket was okay the mac and cheese tasted bland needs more cheese otherwise it’s just slightly wet noodles the country gravy tho amazing I really dislike a lot of country gravy but i enjoy this places country gravy the country fried chicken bowl had 1/5th meat and the rest was filler? Idk I’ll stick to el mezcal for this price point I’m hoping for a different experience in a few months when I try this place again eventually
  • SK
    Stephanie Klinger
    Nov 15, 2025
    5.0
    Really like the food there, the cooks are really good at what they do. Definitely will go back there !! My daughters and I like the food.
  • CJ
    Cap'n Jack
    Nov 1, 2025
    5.0
    Thankful for this new location! Now it's a shorter drive for me to enjoy this excellent BBQ!
  • LL
    Lexi
    Sep 10, 2025
    5.0
    Sweatiest order ever her daughter took our order
  • SS
    Stevon Stilwell
    Aug 26, 2025
    5.0
    Outstanding! From the Detroit area was in town for a couple hours. Did the infamous "food near me " search on Google. I'm a sucker for BBQ and smoked meats, had to check it out. Definitely not disappointed, the guy taking my order spoke with confidence so I had a feeling I was in good hands. I got a pound of brisket. When I tell you this is top 5 for favorite brisket for me. I am not lying. Thats running up against both Blacks BBQs throughout Texas, against Rudy's in Texas and Denver. I absolutely love the use of cracked pepper here. The smoke in the meat still prominent, however the smoke isn't the only you taste here, which I loved. Also order the jumbo wings. Wish I order a couple orders. Nailed it! Smoked ot perfection. Again giving more than just smoked meat. I wasn't quiet ready to get food of this quality from a little spot in Ohio. I will be back for sure. The Mac n cheese is great too. Only thing that left a little be desired was the baked beans. They.are for sure edible, I was just hoping they were sauced up a bit more, and possibly even smoked with the meats. Awesome job Mavericks! Just a heads up, Plymouth Mi is a great location for a business with offerings this well. They BBQ joint there is actually closing soon, and moving to some tropical island. If you are looking to expand. This place would be a great fit. The current place sells out daily and closes early