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Bare Knuckles BBQ - Salisbury

617 Toohey Rd, Salisbury QLD 4107, Australia

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617 Toohey Rd, Salisbury QLD 4107, Australia

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HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM Thursday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM Friday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM Saturday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM Sunday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Bare Knuckles BBQ - Salisbury

Bare Knuckles BBQ fires up low-and-slow Texas meats in Salisbury with massive share boxes and down-home hospitality. An outdoor smoker perfumes the air outside this family-run spot, where generous cuts of melting brisket, pulled pork, and snappy cheese kransky arrive piled beside tubs of scratch brisket gravy. Patrons regularly bring home surplus meals from share boxes designed for two, while the counter staff happily stash your BYO drinks in the fridge to chill. Walk-ins can settle inside near the family photo wall, pairing loaded brisket fries with crunchy slaw and seasoned chips.

  • Oversized BBQ share boxes: Share platters pack brisket, pulled pork, and cheese kransky in portions generous enough to yield next-day leftovers.
  • BYO fridge service: Guests can bring their own beverages, and the counter team will chill cans and bottles in the venue fridge during your meal.
  • Family-run pithouse setting: A relaxed walk-in vibe featuring an on-site outdoor smoker, personal family photo wall, and weekend live music.

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The Bare Knuckles BBQ Advantage

Why diners choose Bare Knuckles BBQ for authentic smoked meats, generous portions, and family hospitality

  • Authentic Low-and-Slow Smokehouse Share Feasts

    Meat lovers get abundant smoked cuts packed into combination platters with savory brisket gravy, tender pulled pork, and seasoned kransky.

    I ordered the BBQ for 2 Share box $65. A very decent sized feed for that price.

    Yvonne Graham
  • Oversized Portions with Built-in Leftovers

    Generous portioning consistently outlasts nominal headcounts, turning dining plates into multiple surplus home meals.

    Food and service was amazing, excellent value and took leftovers that was enough for 2 more meals!

    Natalie Grey
  • Welcoming Hospitality That Treats Diners Like Guests

    Guests are greeted and looked after with warm, individualized attention that feels closer to family hospitality than standard dining.

    You don’t feel like a customer — you feel like a guest.

    jamie kooyman
  • Hearty Full Satisfaction and Abundance

    Diners leave completely satisfied from substantial feeds, rich flavors, and tender cuts prepared with noticeable attention to craft.

    Very generous portions as well. We were so full afterwards.

    Winona Win
  • Effortless Walk-in Family Dining

    Families and walk-ins can drop in spontaneously without pre-booking stress and receive prompt, warm hospitality.

    Me and my small family walked in tonight without a booking and the customer service was outstanding from moment we walked in to the end

    Lina Qumivutia
  • Chilled BYO Drinks Accommodation

    Dine-in guests enjoy casual BYO flexibility, with helpful staff keeping personal refreshments cold in commercial fridges.

    It’s BYO as well and the staff were so happy to pop our drinks in the fridge to keep them cold.

    Erin King

Other favorites

Scratch sides, signature dipping sauces, and specialty dietary alternatives

  • Brisket Gravy

    The star was absolutely the brisket gravy.

    Yvonne Graham
  • Creamy Potato Salad

    The sides were just as good, especially the creamy potato salad and that soft, fresh bread on top.

    Humberto Castelo
  • Smoked Jackfruit

    The food was mouthwatering, from the brisket to the smoked jackfruit! We loved knowing that our vegan/veggie guests would me taken care of and not go home hungry!

    Tabitha Hart
  • Chips

    The chips are one of the best I have ever tasted.

    Winona Win

Beyond the menu

Personal hospitality, thoughtful hospitality details, and owner-led care that set the dining experience apart

  • Chilled BYO Fridge Storage

    Guests bringing their own drinks have staff offer to store cans and bottles in commercial fridges so beverages remain chilled throughout the meal.

  • Personal Heritage Walkthroughs

    First-time visitors are welcomed with personal walkthroughs and stories highlighting family history, origins, and smokehouse milestones.

  • Smoked Jackfruit for Dietary Needs

    The smokehouse accommodates vegan and vegetarian guests alongside meat feasts, serving smoked jackfruit so plant-based attendees are well looked after.

  • Story-Rich Family History Wall

    Diners can explore the venue's family picture wall, detailing owner history and personal background to connect with the pitmaster heritage.

Before you head over

Essential advice on ordering portions, walk-ins, and dietary accommodations

  • Ordering: Calibrate Share Box Portions

    The multi-meat share platters are generously sized; the 'BBQ for 2' platter can easily feed three to four people, so plan your order accordingly or prepare for leftovers.

  • Booking: Walk-Ins Readily Accommodated

    You do not need advance reservations to dine; walk-in groups and families are seated and welcomed warmly even during busy peak periods.

  • Dietary Needs: Plant-Based and Custom Adjustments

    Vegan and vegetarian diners can enjoy smoked jackfruit options, and kitchen staff readily accommodate custom requests to omit specific sauces or toppings.

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