4 Rivers Smokehouse

Reviews

• KO

  Ken Oliver

  May 13, 2026
  2.0
  Lovely melt in the mouth meats and superb burnt ends. No table service, so by time you order and the food is prepared when you finally pay the food is luke warm, hence 2 stars.
• PP

  Paul Perrino

  May 13, 2026
  5.0
  We eat with our eyes and sense of smell first and the moment you walk into a 4Rivers you’re happy. Your mouth starts watering right away. The staff is always friendly so no worries there. And the food … forget about it! One of the best BBQ places I’ve enjoyed and I’ve enjoyed a lot of BBQ in different places. The best!
• LP

  Lisa Pages

  May 9, 2026
  5.0
  Their food is always fabulous. Im picky about my coleslaw slaw but I love 4 rivers. I also think their vegan burnt ends quesadilla are great. Love this place. Wish we had ine closer in citrus county.
• WW

  Whitney Driver (WhittyinWindermere)

  May 2, 2026
  1.0
  Service was very nice. Seating outside was very comfortable. My daughter kept saying it was the best Mac n cheese she’s ever had. Except those of us who ate their food woke up with food poisoning.
• BB

  Bill Bryant

  May 2, 2026
  5.0
  5 Stars – Absolutely Stellar BBQ in Winter Garden! Best in Central Florida ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I’ve been chasing great barbecue for years, and 4 Rivers Smokehouse in Winter Garden consistently delivers one of the best experiences around. From the moment you walk in (or hit the drive-thru), the smell of that perfectly smoked meat hits you and you know you’re in for a treat. We started with the 3x2 platter and loaded up on the Signature Angus Brisket (tender, juicy, incredible bark), Southern Pulled Pork (moist and flavorful), and Burnt Ends (smoky, caramelized, and absolutely addictive). The brisket especially is next-level—smoked for 18 hours and worth every penny of the upcharge. The St. Louis Style Ribs were fall-off-the-bone tender with that perfect honey BBQ finish. But then I went back. And that’s when things got really dangerous. On my return visit, I went with the 3x combo — brisket, pulled pork, and burnt ends — and it honestly blew me away. I thought I knew what to expect, but this combination hit differently. The burnt ends added a caramelized, smoky depth that elevated the whole plate to another level entirely. The only thing that stopped me from going back for a second round was the sheer generosity of the portions. There was simply too much food — and I mean that as the highest possible compliment. Sides are no afterthought here either. The baked beans have that perfect smoky-sweet depth, the mac & cheese is creamy comfort in a bowl, and the coleslaw provides the ideal fresh crunch to cut through the richness. We also grabbed the Burnt Ends Melt sandwich on a previous visit and it was pure indulgence — cheesy, caramelized onions, and those chopped burnt ends? Chef’s kiss. The staff is always friendly and fast, even when it’s busy. The restaurant has a clean, welcoming vibe with plenty of seating and that convenient Winter Garden drive-thru for quick cravings. Portions are generous, prices are fair for the quality, and everything comes out hot and fresh. We’ve done takeout, dine-in, and more — never a disappointment. If you love real, slow-smoked barbecue done right with homestyle sides and killer desserts (the cookies and banana pudding are dangerous), head to the Winter Garden location on South Dillard Street. It’s become our go-to spot and I can’t recommend it highly enough. Pro tip: Get the brisket, add the burnt ends, and try not to embarrass yourself by going back for more. Trust me — the portions will make that decision for you.

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