Bootleggers Modern American Smokehouse

If you're ready for simple American cuisine done great, then check out Bootleggers.

8 / 10
150
ratings
  • Phone

    (602) 996-4228

  • Website

    bootleggersaz.com

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  • Type

    BBQ Joint

Address

3375 E Shea Blvd (at N 35th St) Phoenix , AZ 85028 United States

Reservations Yes
Credit Cards Yes (incl. American Express & MasterCard)
Outdoor Seating No
Parking Yes
Menus Lunch, Dinner, Happy Hour
Drinks Beer, Full Bar, Cocktails

Comments / 53


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Phoenix New Times

The Bootlegger burger features a 1/2 lb patty, literally dripping juice when it arrives, covered in zesty house sauce , muenster cheese , whiskey onions , crimini mushrooms , bacon , & a pretzel bread bun . Read more

Phoenix New Times

Like a barbecue pit gone the way of a gastropub , this easygoing yet smartly dressed spot in northeast Phoenix serves up its satisfying smoked meats as easily as it does its well-crafted cocktails . Read more

Amanda Smith

Place was so yummy! Pulled pork , Prime Rib , and salads are all good! Family loved it!

Jennifer B

I love the atmosphere here! The lighting- especially the tea lights flickering behind the bar cabinets- made me think of Disneyland. Loved the nachos and apple pie moonshine . Wish it was in Surprise!

Christopher Galli

the PBLT and a mason jar of your favorite flavor of moonshine should be able to make any day right. if that's not enough, the second mason jar should handle the rest.

Brittany Haag

Everything on the menu is DELICIOUS! Get the side of Mac & Cheese an add Pulled Pork on top! A flight of moonshine is a must... especially the house made Apple Pie Moonshine !

Gabe Holland

Apple pie moonshine is to die for and so is all the food we had. Best new restaurant in the whole valley. Worth a 30 minute drive and every penny!

Brandon Bohac

Great food, but don't visit when it's busy. Otherwise, you'll wait 20 min for a drink and longer for your bill. Once they figure out how to handle a crowd, this will be the best neighborhood hangout!

Christian Miller

Awesome! The nachos and pulled pork were super delicious. The daytime waitress was really friendly and fun to talk to. Well be back soon!

C Rey

Good BBQ food with decent sides. Use the tortillas/buns to make mini tacos or sandwiches . Ask for extra sauce or ingredients if you want more flavors.

Nica B

I do love Bootleggers! It's and independent chef owned restaurant in my area that is desperate for more places like it! The food is great! The FOH gang of teenagers & 20 something's is a total joke!!

Arnon Wiggond

Their bacon burger is one of the best I've ever had. Whiskey drinks ...pick one. Bacon board ...eat it!

Kirti D

Get the Nacho Flat (hello? Brisket nachos ? Win.) and you can't go wrong with the Apple Pie Moonshine . So freakin' delicious & only $5!

David Calderon

Very possibly the classiest BBQ spot in the valley! Unbelievable flavor and the Dr. Pepper sauce is the best.

Claire La Shomb

Shrimp grits absolute fave. Robin at the bar made a great Manhattan .

Naoi Celeste

So good. So good. So good. Must have the brisket , pulled pork , and bootlegger burger . Best find I've made in a long time!

Jeremy Barlow

The bacon plate is unbelievable. The cocktails are generous pours and the apple pie moonshine is unreal delicious

Chuck Via

Go for their signature burger braised pork belly takes it to the next level!

Bootleggers Modern American Smokehouse

Don't forget about our daily Happy Hour specials from 3pm-6pm, including our Happy Hour Only Tacos !

Matthew Hinman

Bring your appetite because the food here is outstanding! The Flat Nachos are my favorite by far.

Aaron A

Amazing place!! Moonshine and BBQ . Wow. So amazing. The food and drinks are phenomenal!

Nai Wang

Happy hour is really halfppy hour. You get to order food at half the size & price! Tiny discount on drinks. No real deal here. Wings are meh. Pulled pork is a redeemer. Good remodel for the posh.

Matthew J

Most of the food is on the unique side but very aromatic and tasty!

Kim Wehrenberg

Apple pie moonshine is off the chain!!!

Lizabeth Merkley

Arrived too late for food but really good apple pie moonshine . Very friendly staff as well .

Ken Coffman

Salmon tacos are fantastic! The people here are great!

Kathie D

This is a really neat place--refined rustic interior, and our pulled pork sandwich was delicious!

Marc G

The turkey leg is done to perfection. The finest on the planet.

john S.

It's about time there was a decent place to go around here. The last two bars that were in this location were greasy dumps and that's why they failed. Stop on by and enjoy something completely new

Joe Moore

The Nachos with pulled pork are absolute heaven.

Kristina Jonas

Get the Nachos & a glass of the Moonshine !!! Both are delicious!!!!!

Sally Hunter-Fister

Try the bootleggers burger or house smoked turkey sandwich . Both were awesome!

Karen May

Unbelievable drinks and food and staff I will come here again and again

Carter Nacke

Apple pie moonshine on the rocks. Thank me later

Diane Pond

try the blue moon moonshine cocktail awesome

Trish Renehan

Smoked sweet corn is yummy with a spicy kick !

Kim Wehrenberg

Everything!!

R Schlagel

Great food, great drinks, great service!!!

Keith Rohde

the Rock Shrimp and grits is awesome

Kent Rackley

Food is always great. Had chilli . Excellent.

Trish Renehan

Soft opening right now. Try the green beans !

DFresh CoconutGrove

Good food but they really need to open up the wifi !

Trish Renehan

Do the nachos with brisket !

Polyvia Ponsart

Best old fashion ever.

Amber Rollins

This is more a place for people who like to drink.

Brian Kerkman

Smoked turkey and old fashioneds.

Teresa Mercer

PBLT.......Pulled Pork......Burger

Eric Borgen

I wasn't super impressed with the 50/50 Potato salad - maybe give it a miss.

Simi F.

Try a moonshine flight!

Michael Allen

BACON !!! that is all

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