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Smokey Moo

Gasworks Plaza, 1/68 Longland St, Newstead QLD 4006, Australia

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Gasworks Plaza, 1/68 Longland St, Newstead QLD 4006, Australia

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+61 7 3148 2665
HoursMonday: 12:00 – 8:00 PM Tuesday: 12:00 – 8:00 PM Wednesday: 12:00 – 8:00 PM Thursday: 12:00 – 8:00 PM Friday: 12:00 – 9:00 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 9:00 PM Sunday: 12:00 – 8:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Smokey Moo

Smokey Moo treats Texas-style barbecue as a serious craft, slicing richly seasoned beef straight from the pit to the scale. Pitmasters carve brisket, sticky beef cheeks, short ribs, and house-cured pastrami directly before your eyes, often passing a tender sliver over the counter for a quick quality check. Long tables load up on the Dirty Dozen platter flanked by loaded Moo Fries, dripping house jus, and crisp cobb salads.

  • Carved and Weighed Live: Smoked cuts are hand-sliced and weighed to order right across the counter, often with a fresh taste handed over the block.
  • All-Beef Smokehouse Lineup: Platters like the Dirty Dozen bypass standard barbecue pork to highlight slow-smoked brisket, beef cheeks, pastrami, and ribs.
  • Built for Sharing: Feasting boards paired with loaded Moo Fries make sharing effortless for large family tables and casual group gatherings.
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Why Choose Smokey Moo

Discover why barbecue lovers and gathering groups choose our authentic smoked beef platters and open counter hospitality.

  • Melt-in-Your-Mouth Specialty Beef Platters

    Signature sharing platters showcase slow-cooked beef varieties including pastrami, brisket, ribs, and beef cheeks that deliver rich smoky depth.

    Every cut was incredibly tender, juicy, and full of flavour.

    Lynn

  • Gold-Standard Smoked Brisket and Pastrami

    Diners craving authentic smokehouse classics are treated to award-worthy smoked brisket and tender house-cured pastrami alongside crispy sides.

    If there were an Olympic event for brisket, Smokey Moo would be bringing home the gold medal.

    Lamees Hawari

  • Live Counter Carving and Fresh Sampling

    Diners observe the culinary craft up close as meats are sliced and weighed to order right at the service counter, often accompanied by fresh kitchen samples.

    Best part wasn’t just the food, but also watching them carve and weigh everything fresh in front of you.

    Lynn

  • Personal Hospitality Straight From the Pitmaster

    Warm engagement from the pitmasters and front-of-house team creates an inviting atmosphere where guests feel genuinely welcomed and cared for.

    We got into talking with the chef and the owner, and both of them were so friendly, and the chef gave us a small bite of a brisket that he was putting out of the oven.

    Daniel Silva

  • Generous Feasts for Family Celebrations

    Generous boards and platters make it easy to host family birthdays and celebratory feasts where everyone can share multiple cuts and sides.

    Wholesome place for family and friends to share awesome meals.

    Mac P

  • Effortless Group Dining and Big Gatherings

    Expansive portion sizes and accommodating seating make hosting large group gatherings seamless and thoroughly satisfying.

    we had a big gathering for a birthday party worked very well delicious food and great portion size.

    Farhan Beastly Khan

Signature slow-smoked beef cuts and platters carved fresh from the smoker

  • Dirty Dozen

    I went all in on the Dirty Dozen (upgraded to the 600g 'hit me up' version).

    Lynn

  • Brisket

    The brisket was absolutely phenomenal

    Lamees Hawari

  • Pastrami

    the real MVP of the night was the pastrami — so good it nearly caused a family argument over the last bite.

    Lamees Hawari

  • Beef cheeks

    Beef cheeks, brisket, short ribs, pastrami would just melt in your mouth.

    Mac P

Other favorites

Loaded fries, refreshing salads, and indulgent sides to accompany your feast

  • Moo Fries

    On the side, I had a large serve of Moo Fries, basically dirty fries loaded with caramelised onion, three cheeses, mustard, and tomato sauce. It’s messy in the best possible way.

    Lynn

  • Cob salad

    The cob salad was really fresh and completed the meal.

    Mac P

  • Truffle mac n cheese

    The mac n cheese was super tasty and went really well with the truffle

    Carlos C

  • Crumbed gherkin

    Entreé was the crumbed gherkin. Highly recommend to dine here!!

    Fran Satya

Beyond the menu

Distinctive hospitality touches and generous kitchen moments that elevate your dining experience

  • Counter Carving & Fresh Slicing Samples

    Guests ordering at the counter can watch their smoked meats carved and weighed fresh to order, with carvers offering fresh samples straight from the carving block.

  • Personal Chef Tastings & Welcome Hospitality

    The kitchen warmly welcomes family diners with personal table touches, including complimentary tastings across the meat selection and sweet treats for younger guests.

  • Owner Guidance & Oven-Fresh Taster Bites

    First-time guests receive direct recommendations and warm hospitality from the owner and chef, including warm bites of brisket straight from the oven during prep.

  • Halal-Friendly Large Gathering Hospitality

    Catering to diverse celebratory gatherings, the venue accommodates large parties with halal, Muslim-friendly smoked beef boards and generous family platters.

Before you head over

Practical tips for parking, reservations, and platter ordering at Smokey Moo

  • Reserve Ahead to Avoid Kitchen Pacing Delays

    Table availability can fill quickly during peak evening rushes, and walk-ins risk being turned away even when tables appear open due to kitchen pacing. Book your table in advance or arrive early to guarantee seating.

  • Plan for Extra Parking Time

    Finding a parking spot around Gasworks Plaza can take extra time and feel tricky during busy dining hours. Allow extra transit time or scope out nearby plaza parking garages before your reservation.

  • Order Platter Cuts for First Visits

    If you are visiting for the first time or dining in a group, shareable platters like the Dirty Dozen let you sample all signature beef cuts—including pastrami, brisket, short rib, and beef cheek—directly from the carver.

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