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PitStop Smokehouse &Cafe

Unit 1/56 Lawrence Dr, Nerang QLD 4211, Australia

Recommended by 45 people

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Unit 1/56 Lawrence Dr, Nerang QLD 4211, Australia

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+61 7 5596 7736
HoursMonday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM Thursday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM Friday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM Saturday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About PitStop Smokehouse &Cafe

Tucked into Nerang's trade strip, this hybrid pit stop dishes out slow-smoked Texas-style barbecue alongside morning espresso. Early risers grab bacon and egg rolls or eggs benny loaded with tender brisket before the kitchen shifts into heavy-duty smokehouse mode. Regulars drop in while waiting on vehicle tune-ups along Lawrence Drive, killing time over pulled pork boxes, seasoned potato skins, and 24-hour brine buffalo wings paired with house ranch. Meats are smoked long and low across generous mixed platters, with bulk slow-cooked pork also packed up by the half-kilo for an easy dinner at home.

  • Slow-smoked barbecue feasts: Generous mixed boards pile on fall-apart brisket, ribs, pork belly lollypops, and 24-hour brine buffalo wings with house fixings.
  • Early espresso to pithouse fare: Starts early with breakfast burgers, eggs benny, and espresso before rolling straight into hot smokehouse lunches.
  • Take-home bulk smoked meats: Packs 500g parcels of slow-smoked pulled meat ready to heat through for effortless home meals.
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Why Choose PitStop Smokehouse & Cafe

Why locals and industrial precinct visitors choose PitStop Smokehouse & Cafe for hearty smokehouse barbecue and early morning staples.

  • Authentic Multi-Meat Smokehouse Platters

    Mixed platters and meat boxes feature slow-smoked brisket, tender pulled pork, ribs, and 24-hour brined buffalo wings served alongside loaded sides and house sauces.

    an absolute feast — a pile of different smoked meats and every single one was cooked perfectly

    Bradley Knight

  • Tender, Fall-off-the-Bone Smokehouse Technique

    Wings and slow-cooked barbecue cuts are prepared with meticulous smoking technique that leaves meats exceptionally tender and rich in flavour.

    Wings were fall off the bone tender with clean white bones when done

    Wayne Keating

  • Fast Morning Cafe and Espresso Service

    Operating as a dual-concept smokehouse and cafe, the venue serves early morning breakfast classics alongside barista espresso with rapid turnaround.

    Had a bacon and egg muffin with an iced long black—came out super fast, and everything was delicious.

    David Lean

  • Generous Portions with Substantial Value

    Generous, filling portions across breakfast and barbecue plates offer remarkable affordability in an era of soaring dining costs.

    Hearty portions for a non-ridiculous price is pretty hard to find these days but these guys nailed it.

    Djlawrence

  • Relaxing Break for Nearby Vehicle Servicing

    Situated conveniently on Lawrence Drive, it provides an ideal pit stop with indoor and outdoor seating to relax while vehicles are serviced nearby.

    perfect place to chill and have a bite while waiting on your vehicles

    Paula G

  • Convenient Bulk Take-Home Smoked Meats

    Beyond dine-in platters, bulk smoked meats such as slow-smoked pork are available by weight to create effortless barbecue meals at home.

    Easy take home option,, simply heated pork through and banged on corn chips,cheese ,and all the fav toppings!

    Peter O’Shea

Slow-smoked American barbecue feasts, signature wings, and hearty smokehouse favourites

  • Mixed Platter

    I ordered the mixed platter and it was an absolute feast — a pile of different smoked meats and every single one was cooked perfectly.

    Bradley Knight

  • 24hr Brine Buffalo Wings

    the standout, was the 24hr brine buffalo wings with ranch dipping sauce.

    Chris Macklin

  • Brisket Box

    Was an absolute Taste Sensation !!

    Bernd Rindermann

  • Beef Burrito

    burrito was great in flavour and food coma substantial.

    Wayne Keating

Other favorites

House-made sides, refreshing cafe drinks, and take-home smoked meats to complement your meal

  • Loaded Fries

    We loved the burrito, the loaded fries & the chicken burger.

    Ashley Whittle

  • Crispy Macaroni and Cheese Ball

    added a crispy macaroni and cheese ball.

    Matt DeFina

  • Amazonia Fruit Smoothie

    Which was really good.

    Bernd Rindermann

  • 500g Take-Home Smoked Pork

    Easy take home option,, simply heated pork through and banged on corn chips,cheese ,and all the fav toppings!

    Peter O’Shea

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality touches and operational perks that elevate the smokehouse experience

  • Curbside delivery for sleeping bub

    The kitchen team went above and beyond by running customer orders straight to their vehicle parked outside so their sleeping baby wouldn't be disturbed.

  • Take-home bulk smoked meats

    In addition to dine-in and takeout platters, the smokehouse sells 500g vacuum-sealed bags of its slow-smoked pork to make low-effort Mexican feasts and cookouts easy at home.

  • Surprise 'spud frisbee' meal extras

    The counter team surprised diners by tossing extra house-made spud frisbees right into their giant salad rolls without hesitation.

  • Direct hot-to-desk office delivery

    For office catering orders, the dedicated delivery team brings platters hot and ready straight to regional workplaces on short notice.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the portion sizes like for the smoked barbecue?

PitStop Smokehouse serves generous portions designed to satisfy big appetites, ranging from individual brisket boxes and loaded fries to extensive mixed BBQ platters and family platters stacked with smoked brisket, pork belly lollypops, and buffalo wings.

Can you order takeaway or meat to go?

Yes, takeout is available. You can phone your order in ahead of time for pickup, grab takeaway boxes, or even purchase slow-smoked meats by weight (such as 500g pulled pork) to heat and assemble meals at home.

What are the opening hours, and when is breakfast served?

PitStop Smokehouse & Cafe opens early from Monday through Saturday at 7:00 AM until 2:00 PM, and is closed on Sundays. They serve breakfast items alongside short-order and smokehouse meals throughout their morning and midday service.

Is parking available on site?

Free parking is available directly in front of the door and on the street in the surrounding Lawrence Drive precinct, making it an easy stop whether you are driving by or waiting on car and bike servicing nearby.

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