Cedar River Smokehouse Barbecue

Showed up for our reservation at 5:30 and was informed that they were closing early as they ran out of food. Poor planning when you are supposed to be open until 8pm.

It was suggested by my friend to check it out because o want BBQ. It is on expensive side. I got sandwich special with chop pork, seasoned fries, and a can of soda. You ordered on the tablet. They bring food to our table. I selected medium and spicy bbq sauce. The spicy was not spicy at first but it did kick it after. The chop pork was not dry and it was moist. It was not too salty. The bbq sauce was on the watery side. I do like Sweet Ray BBQ sauce the best. The buns was good. My friend like her pork ribs and potatoes salad. It was just table for very early dinner. The service was good. He came to check on us.

Date night and decided to try something new and found our way here Cedar River BBQ. We got their Cedar River Plater which consisted of pork ribs, chopped pork, brisket, and chicken (got their dark meat). Also comes with 2 sides, got the baked beans (delicious) and their Mac and cheese. Also their hot bbq sauce was good too. Overall everything was delicious and friendly staff. Tip: get here quick cause they start running out of items the later you come in. I would come back again. Must try if you're looking for a local or just good bbq.

I ordered catering for lunch from here and wow, it was great. Portions were huge and I usually skip the chicken but I think it was the best out of the meat. The brisket was a bit dry and everyone liked the pork. The sides were good. They arrived on time. Would order from here again.

First off the staff is immensely friendly and welcoming. That's a great thing. Unfortunately for me that was the best part. It's just...not BBQ. This seems a constant problem with Seattle area that there is no solid BBQ. The brisket was dry (and cut in weird cubes slices) with no visible smoke ring. Chicken looked backed not smoked. Turkey was very dry. And the ribs were very tough. Like they were microwaved almost. The beans I actually liked. Sweet but I like my beans that way. Just not for me. Would be hard for me to give a second chance.

Food was amazing. Brisket had great flavour fries hot and crispy. Gentleman who took our order was friendly and enganging. Came to our table asked how thing's were and anything else we neededWhen we visit Renton I'll be back!

This place has changed owners since I was last here, so I thought I would update my review. I'll start by saying BBQ is not my bag, at least paying for it. I'll season and grill meat any day of the year, but typically find I don't like how commercial places do it. That said, my buddy elected for BBQ, so I chose Cedar River, because BBQ Pete's didn't impress me at all. I also assumed this place had changed hands, so I wanted to see what new ownership was up to. Two of my staples were gone. I used to get the Caesar salad with smoked turkey and they got rid of the turkey. I also used to get the Chili and was told it wasn't a strong seller. The minute I walked in, I noticed the soda fountain was gone as well as the salad bar, so it was clear my suspicions were correct. We both had prime rib dips, The beef was both tender and flavorful, but it was way too thick, I like a thinly sliced beef. It also had a lot of fat on it, which made me wonder why someone didn't trim the meat before serving. Last, the au jus was room temp, rather than complain, I just had my sandwich that last. Also, people rave about the fries. There was nothing special or addictive about them. Per the rating scale, this place was ok. Honestly, I don't think I'd return, but I also wouldn't discourage anyone from coming here. Yes, the food could have been hotter or prepared better, but the portions were large and respective of the price, neither of us left hungry, but had the beef been thin, the au jus hot and the sandwich fat free, we might have made it to a 4 star update. The server and people could not have been nicer, it's clear this team wants to succeed.

I asked for utensils, and STILL did not receive them. I guess we are supposed to eat 90 dollars worth of food caveman style. Not sure why common sense is no longer used with these restaurants, and they don't automatically provide them as well as NAPKINS for messy BBQ anyway. Kinda lazy, asinine, and unacceptable. Food was mid, not hot at all, and I do not live far. One corn on the cob to share with everyone? One small container of baked beans? For a "platter"?! The chicken seemed undercooked so we didn't even touch that. Best thing was the Cajun Fries and the brisket, and the one corn on the cob. Sadly to say, due to the overpriced food and mediocre service and quality, I wouldn't recommend.

Excellent food, A bit pricey, but really good. Prompt service, good customer service no waiting.

Super good food, great customer service, and the max n cheese was bussin. Cant wait to come back for more