From our pit, to your plate.
Join us for our
GRAND OPENING
Wednesday, June 11 from 12-4 pm join us for our GRAND OPENING! Hans & Scotty from The Zone will be broadcasting live right here, we'll have giveaways and plenty of fun things for the whole fam!
Come on by and experience real, slow smoked BBQ where every dish is straight from the pit to your plate.
Come on by and experience real, slow smoked BBQ where every dish is straight from the pit to your plate.
It's Texas bbq at its finest brought to Utah. The brisket is perfectly cooked and not overly smoked. The signature sausage is the best smoked sausage I've ever had. It's made with hatch chilies. But it's not too spicy so people that aren't big spice lovers will still enjoy it. It's not a super loud bbq joint and very spacious. And Mary walks around talking to all the customers to make sure everything is good. While Kenny is in the back smoking that delicious meat. Overall it's damn good bbq.
Nico S.
It's Texas bbq at its finest brought to Utah. The brisket is perfectly cooked and not overly smoked. The signature sausage is the best smoked sausage I've ever had. It's made with hatch chilies. But it's not too spicy so people that aren't big spice lovers will still enjoy it. It's not a super loud bbq joint and very spacious. And Mary walks around talking to all the customers to make sure everything is good. While Kenny is in the back smoking that delicious meat. Overall it's damn good bbq.
Nico S.
It's really all about the Bananna pudding. Sure, they BBQ meats... walking up all I could smell was the sweet smoke coming from their colossal sized smoker. And yes, the baked beans had the perfect spice. The Mac and cheese was actually seasoned.. but still, it's all about the banana pudding. If you don't believe me, order it and see for yourself. I don't even like banana pudding.. are they even sure this is banana pudding?
Jackie D.
It's really all about the Bananna pudding. Sure, they BBQ meats... walking up all I could smell was the sweet smoke coming from their colossal sized smoker. And yes, the baked beans had the perfect spice. The Mac and cheese was actually seasoned.. but still, it's all about the banana pudding. If you don't believe me, order it and see for yourself. I don't even like banana pudding.. are they even sure this is banana pudding?
Jackie D.
Meet the
PIT MASTER
Kenny "The Pit Master" Jackson.
2018
Started Smokin'
The Jacksons bought their first smoker and began smoking meats with friends and neighbors.2023
Bought the BIG one
The Jacksons bought their first 250 gallon smoker from LV Smokers to ramp up their smoking game.2024
Had "the epiphany"
Kenny said "What am I doing?" and ditched his corporate big wig job to start "Kenny J's BBQ", his wife and fam right beside him the whole way!
The difference is in the details.
At Kenny J's BBQ, we bring authentic Texas-style BBQ to the heart of Salt Lake City, Utah. We're proud to serve the community with slow-smoked brisket, tender ribs, and all the classic fixings that make BBQ a true Southern experience. We're committed to using only the highest quality meats and ingredients. That's why we've partnered with Creekstone Farms to bring you the very best brisket that is grass fed and finished and raised right.
Everything you eat at Kenny J's BBQ is prepared fresh by hand in our kitchen every single day-from our savory sides to our mouthwatering desserts. No shortcuts, no machines - just authentic, pit-smoked goodness that you can taste in every bite. Whether you're craving Texas BBQ for lunch, dinner, or catering for a special event, Kenny J's BBQ is your go-to spot in SLC. Kenny J's does BBQ the right way starting from the pit, all the way to your plate. Come visit us today and discover why Wasatch locals say we serve the best Texas-style BBQ in Salt Lake City, Utah. When you're searching for "BBQ near me" or "Texas BBQ in SLC," remember Kenny J's - where tradition meets taste.
Everything you eat at Kenny J's BBQ is prepared fresh by hand in our kitchen every single day-from our savory sides to our mouthwatering desserts. No shortcuts, no machines - just authentic, pit-smoked goodness that you can taste in every bite. Whether you're craving Texas BBQ for lunch, dinner, or catering for a special event, Kenny J's BBQ is your go-to spot in SLC. Kenny J's does BBQ the right way starting from the pit, all the way to your plate. Come visit us today and discover why Wasatch locals say we serve the best Texas-style BBQ in Salt Lake City, Utah. When you're searching for "BBQ near me" or "Texas BBQ in SLC," remember Kenny J's - where tradition meets taste.
★★★★★
YES!!!!! I have a new BBQ joint. I’m very picky with smoked meats. I have been smoking for many years and know what I like. Kenny J’s hit all the major points needed to be my new place. We ordered most everything they had that night to give everyone a sample. You order by weight which allowed for some tailoring of how much we wanted.
★★★★★
Absolutely a must visit BBQ. This has a feel of being outside, while being in an amazing friendly atmosphere I inside. From the owner (who was there) to the staff and not to mention the food was great. The brisket was the beast I have had and the macaroni wasn't just cook it up and slap it on your plate. Both were well crafted and made to perfection and will leave you wanting more!!! 5 out of 5!!!!! Plus you can make it dinner and a movie with the theater right next to it literally
Ben. B
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