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Smoky Mountain Hideaway
1/1814 Mount Glorious Rd, Mount Glorious QLD 4520, Australia
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1/1814 Mount Glorious Rd, Mount Glorious QLD 4520, Australia
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Perched high on Mount Glorious, Smoky Mountain Hideaway pairs slow-smoked Southern comfort fare with sweeping open-air views toward the coast. The kitchen turns out house-brined meats, homemade pastrami Reubens, and crispy chicken and waffles alongside triple-cooked smoked chips. Settle in on the timber deck or cozy up indoors around the wood stove after a mountain hike for biscuits and gravy paired with house-made dipping sauces.
- Authentic Southern Smokehouse: House-smoked pastrami Reubens, slow-brined meats, chicken and waffles, and triple-cooked smoked chips anchored in authentic Southern techniques.
- Panoramic Mountain Deck: An elevated veranda and outdoor deck deliver wide panoramas stretching over the mountain ridge all the way toward the ocean.
- Weekend Scenic Retreat: Operating Saturday and Sunday, making it a dedicated weekend refuel for scenic road trips and bushwalking excursions.
What's On at Smoky Mountain Hideaway
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
No events or specials listed right now.
Why Dine at Smoky Mountain Hideaway
Authentic Southern smokehouse flavors and restorative comfort dining nestled high on Mount Glorious.
Labor-of-Love Scratch Smoking
Smoky Mountain Hideaway pairs mountain air with dedicated Southern US smokehouse craftsmanship, from brining and smoking meats in-house to scratch-baked breads and sides.
you could taste the time and the passion that they had spent brining, smoking the meats, making the breads ect.
Stacey Martin Authentic American Smokehouse Recipes
Standout menu offerings go well beyond ordinary cafe staples, delivering genuine Southern comfort classics like homemade pastrami Reubens and benchmark chicken and waffles.
it's a combination of an old fashioned mountain tea room and really, really good Southern US smoke house cooking
Andrew Scott (Andysan) Scenic Mountain Drive Destination
Perched high on Mount Glorious, the venue rewards leisure motorists and weekend day-trippers with expansive panoramic sights stretching all the way out towards the ocean.
The drive up Mt Glorious was beautiful and the view from the cafe is magic.
RustyCabba High-Elevation Veranda Escape
Designed exclusively around weekend recreation, the deck and veranda serve as a peaceful retreat high above the bustling plains below.
Looking out towards Brisbane adds to the feel of chilling out away from hussle and bustle.
Ryan Smith Hearty Post-Hike Refuel
Hearty smoked portions, savory housemade sauces, and hearty scratch plates deliver rich, grounding meals tailored for hungry walkers stepping right off nearby trails.
Scrumptious food that satisfied our hungry, post-bushwalk bellies.
Nic M Substantial Comfort Fare
Signature sides like slow-smoked chips, savory biscuits and gravy, and rich breakfast plates supply satisfying warmth and sustenance after exploring national park tracks.
We partook in breakfast on a Saturday morning after completing a short overnight hike. Welcome sustenance.
Stuart Robinson
Most popular items
Scratch-made Southern smokehouse favorites prepared with slow-smoked meats and house recipes
Triple cooked smoked chips
We love the triple cooked smoked chips with the homemade sauce
Nigel Cubano
My wife really enjoyed the Cubano. It was a little too big for her, but she enjoyed it so much she ate the lot.
Michael Storrs (Mickey D) Reuben with homemade pastrami
the Reuben with homemade pastrami has so much taste it's a winner for sure.
Nigel Chicken & waffles
Chicken & waffles were delicious
RustyCabba
Before you head over
Practical tips on timing, seating, and planning your mountain visit
Arrive early for popular cuts
Popular items like the pork and smash burgers can sell out by 12:30 PM, and peak Sunday lunches get busy. Arrive early if you have your heart set on a specific smoked special.
Mind the wildlife on the deck
Take in the sweeping coastal vista from the open veranda and outdoor deck, but keep an eye on your plate as local kookaburras might try to snatch a bite.
Dietary options and dog-friendly seating
With house-smoked meats and scratch specialties, the kitchen accommodates gluten-free options and welcomes four-legged companions outdoors.
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