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    (816) SMOKED QUE

    320 N State Rte 291

    Liberty, MO 64068


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    FAMILY STLYE ORDERS
    🔥 PITMASTER BULK ORDERS
    🔥 816 SMOKED QUE–LIVE BBQ EXPERIENCE
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    Featured Items

    • PITMASTER FEAST

      A hearty trio to satisfy your BBQ cravings—slow-smoked beef tips, rib tips, and hardwood-smoked sausage served with your choice of two signature sides and bread. smoked oxtails👉& beef tips👉 Optional Upgrades: Add extra sausage or rib tips, smoked oxtail, or swap in a Dino Beef Rib for a premium experience 🥩 Smoked Oxtails 🍖 Rib Tips Smoked Sausage 👉 1 full sausage link (sliced on bias for presentation)
      $49.95

    FAMILY STLYE ORDERS

    THE QUE SIGNATURE EXPERIENCES

    All of our sides are served in hearty, shareable portions—thoughtfully prepared so one order comfortably feeds two people. Perfect for couples, families, or anyone who loves bold flavor and generous servings. Finished and held warm on the smoker for that signature BBQ taste. (Smoke Cabbage and Candied Yams comes with platters)
    • ⭐ SIGNATURE SMOKED OXTAILS

      Slow-smoked hardwood oxtails, tender and rich, served with two signature sides. Here at (816) Smoked Que we call oxtails "Bam Bam Beef Nuggets."
      $39.95
    • DINO BEEF RIB aka BAM BAM BEEF RIBS

      Massive 12-hour hardwood-smoked beef ribs are served tender and rich. Sold by the bone, with each rib typically weighing 1 to 1.8 pounds. A true pitmaster experience. We'll do our best to accommodate special requests but may not be able to honor all substitutes. Extra charges may apply.
      $44.95
    • PITMASTER FEAST

      A hearty trio to satisfy your BBQ cravings—slow-smoked beef tips, rib tips, and hardwood-smoked sausage served with your choice of two signature sides and bread. smoked oxtails👉& beef tips👉 Optional Upgrades: Add extra sausage or rib tips, smoked oxtail, or swap in a Dino Beef Rib for a premium experience 🥩 Smoked Oxtails 🍖 Rib Tips Smoked Sausage 👉 1 full sausage link (sliced on bias for presentation)
      $49.95
    • THE QUE FAMILY SMOKED FEAST

      Perfect for sharing. Choose any two pitmaster meats served with three large signature sides and bread. Slow-smoked the 816 way—made for family and friends.
      $94.95

    THE BAR-BE-QUE PLATTERS

    Smoke Cabbage and Candied Yams comes with platters
    • BEEF BACK RIB PLATTER

      Slow-smoked beef back ribs seasoned with The Que’s signature rub and cooked low and slow over hardwood for deep Kansas City flavor. Served tender, smoky, and juicy with your choice of two signature sides and bread.
      $29.95
    • BEEF TIPS PLATTER

      Includes 2 sides
      $27.95
    • RIB TIPS PLATTER

      Includes 2 sides
      $24.95

    🥪 SIGNATURE SANDWICHES

    Make It a Combo: +$6.95 Pick 1 side: Smoke Cabbage or Candied Yams & 1 cold beverage
    • SMOKED OXTAIL SANDWICH

      Smoked Oxtails on croissant bread
      $21.95
    • THE QUE STL RIB SANDWICH

      Tender smoked saint louis style rib pull from the bone and piled high on a toasted buttery croissant and finished with The Que’s signature BBQ flavor. Bold, smoky, and packed with Kansas City taste.
      $17.95
    • SMOKED BEEF SAUSAGE SANDWICH

      $14.95
    • SMOKED ITALIAN SAUSAGE SANDWICH

      $13.95
    • BEEF CHEEK SANDWICH

      OUT OF STOCK
      $21.95

    PREMIUM SIDES

    All of our sides are served in hearty, shareable portions — thoughtfully prepared so one order comfortably feeds two people. Perfect for couples, families, or anyone who loves bold flavor and generous servings. Finished and held warm on the smoker for that signature BBQ taste.
    • SMOKED CABBAGE

      Wonderful depth of flavor to this humble vegetable, transforming it into a standout side dish. If you're a veggie lover, this is for you. 8 oz
      $6.95
    • SMOKED CORN ON THE COB

      Garlic Butter
      OUT OF STOCK
      $6.95
    • MARY CANDIED YAMS

      Serves 1–2 Inspired by my great-grandmother Mary’s sweet potato pie recipe, our candied yams are reimagined as a comforting side dish, slow-cooked to perfection with a rich, sweet glaze that brings warmth and comfort in every bite. A true must-have for any BBQ experience. Inspired by my great-grandma Mary's recipe, our candied yams are slow-cooked to perfection with a sweet glaze that brings warmth and comfort in every bite. A must-have for any true BBQ experience.
      $6.95
    • SMOKED BBQ BEANS

      Serves 1-2 Slow-cooked with tender beef, onions, garlic, and green peppers, seasoned to perfection and finished with a rich, smoky flavor in every bite.
      $8.95
    • SMOKED MACALICIOUS MACARONI

      Serves 1–2 A soulful mac and cheese recipe rooted in tradition, topped with smoked cheese and finished on the smoker for a deep, bold smoke flavor you won’t forget.
      $8.95

    🔥 PITMASTER BULK ORDERS

    SMOKED OXTAIL PARTY PACKS

    Our signature slow-smoked oxtails are available in family and event portions. Perfect for gatherings built around The Que’s most requested dish.
    • ⭐ Oxtail Family Pack

      Feeds 4–6 3 lbs Smoked Oxtails 2 Large Shareable Sides Bread & sauce
      $149.95
    • ⭐ Oxtail Celebration Pack

      Feeds 8–10 5 lbs Smoked Oxtails 3 Large Shareable Sides Bread & sauce
      $249.95
    • ⭐ Pitmaster Smoked Oxtail Feast

      Feeds 12–16 8 lbs Smoked Oxtails 4 Large Shareable Sides Bread & sauce
      $399.95
    • ⭐ Next Level Smoked Oxtail Feast

      Feeds 18–20 people: 3 full hotel pans total sides Smoked cabbage, BBQ beans & yams
      $699.95

    PITMASTER MEATS— THE QUE WAY

    Discover premium smoked meats in Kansas City at 816 Smoked Que. We slow-smoke oxtails, beef ribs, beef cheek, rib tips, and Saint Louis–style ribs using real hardwood and handcrafted seasoning. Every bite delivers bold smoke flavor, tender texture, and authentic Missouri barbecue. We're known for high-quality smoked meats prepared with patience, tradition, and Missouri pride aka "The Show Me State."
    • SMOKED OXTAILS aka BAM BAM BEEF NUGGETS

      WE COOK WITH REAL WOOD, NO PELLETS, SMOKED FOR 8 HOURS, THEN PUT TO REST FOR YOU TO ENJOY. BEEF SMOKED OXTAILS, LOW AND SLOW, EACH PIECE OF MEAT IS AROUND THE SIZE OF A BASEBALL.
      $29.95+
    • DINO BEEF RIB aka BAM BAM BEEF RIBS

      Massive 12-hour hardwood-smoked beef ribs are served tender and rich. Sold by the bone, with each rib typically weighing 1 to 1.8 pounds. A true pitmaster experience. We'll do our best to accommodate special requests but may not be able to honor all substitutes. Extra charges may apply.
      $44.95
    • BABY BAM BEEF RIBS

      BABY BAM BEEF RIBS $7.95 PER BONE OR BY THE SLAB
      $7.95+
    • BEEF TIPS

      BBQ beef tips are tender, bite-sized pieces of beef—usually cut from sirloin, tenderloin, or chuck roast—that are heavily marinated or coated in a thick, sweet, and tangy barbecue sauce, then cooked until they are fork-tender and often caramelized.
      $19.95

    PITMASTER MEATS—KC BBQ CAPITAL WAY

    816 Smoked Que serves premium smoked meats made the BBQ capital way—Kansas City style, slow-smoked over real hardwood with bold flavor and tender texture. From oxtails to beef ribs, rib tips, and St. Louis–style ribs, every bite reflects authentic KC barbecue tradition.
    • JALAPENO CHEDDAR SMOKED SAUSAGE

      NATURALLY HARDWOOD SMOKED
      OUT OF STOCK
      $11.95
    • SMOKED BEEF SAUSAGE

      Smoked Beef Sausage with beef casing
      $11.95
    • SMOKED ITALIAN SAUSAGE with gluten-free cheese

      OUT OF STOCK
      $9.95
    • SMOKED BURNT ENDS

      Specialty order only Massive 12-hour hardwood-smoked beef brisket points are served tender and rich in flavor.
      OUT OF STOCK
      $26.95

    PITMASTER MEATS—THE ARCHWAY

    At 816 Smoked Que, our Archway plates are sauced generously and slow-smoked to perfection, finished over an open fire grill for that signature Saint Louis flavor. Learned over real flames, this crackling fire-kissed taste is made to win souls.
    • ST LOUIS STYLE RIBS

      STL-Style Ribs Slow-smoked, hardwood-fired St. Louis ribs served tender and packed with bold BBQ flavor.
      $17.95+
    • ST LOUIS RIB TIPS

      3/4 LB OF RIB TIPS
      $13.95
    • BBQ CRACKLINS

      PORK CHEEK SKIN
      OUT OF STOCK
      $13.95

    PREMIUM PARTY SIDES

    🔥 816 Smoked Que Party Sides (Feeds Groups, Made Fresh) Our signature sides are slow-cooked, seasoned with love, and finished with real smoke for bold flavor. Perfect for gatherings, events, and feeding a crowd the right way. 👉 Available in Half Pans (10–15 guests) and Full Pans (20–25 guests)
    • SMOKED CABBAGE HALF PAN

      Slow-steamed and then finished on the smoker, our smoked cabbage is tender, onion, green peppers, garlic, savory, and packed with deep wood-fired flavor. A true Southern-style side that pairs perfectly with any BBQ spread. No meat added 👉 Feeds 10–35 guests
      $49.95
    • SMOKED CABBAGE FULL PAN

      Slow-steamed and then finished on the smoker, our smoked cabbage is tender, onion, green peppers, garlic, savory, and packed with deep wood-fired flavor. A true Southern-style side that pairs perfectly with any BBQ spread. No meat added 👉 Feeds 10–25 guests
      $89.95
    • MARY CANDIED YAMS HALF PAN

      Inspired by my great-grandma Mary's recipe, our candied yams are slow-cooked to perfection with a sweet glaze that brings warmth and comfort in every bite. A must-have for any true BBQ experience. 👉 Feeds 10–35 guests
      $64.95
    • MARY CANDIED YAMS FULL PAN

      Inspired by my great-grandma Mary's recipe, our candied yams are slow-cooked to perfection with a sweet glaze that brings warmth and comfort in every bite. A must-have for any true BBQ experience. 👉 Feeds 10–35 guests
      $119.95
    • SMOKED BBQ BEANS HALF PAN

      Rich, smoky baked beans loaded with bold BBQ flavor, slow-cooked with onions, green peppers, garlic, and savory seasonings for that sweet, smoky, and hearty bite in every scoop. 👉 Feeds 10–35 guests
      $64.95
    • SMOKED BBQ BEANS FULL PAN

      Rich, smoky baked beans loaded with bold BBQ flavor, slow-cooked with onions, green peppers, garlic, and savory seasonings for that sweet, smoky, and hearty bite in every scoop. 👉 Feeds 10–35 guests
      $119.95
    • SMOKED MACALICIOUS MACARONI HALF PAN

      We start with penne rigate and a house-made seasoned paste to infuse every noodle with bold flavor, then coat it in a rich, creamy blend of six cheeses before finishing it on the smoker for that signature wood-fired taste you won’t find anywhere else. This isn’t your average mac & cheese—this is 816 Smoked Que style. 👉 Feeds 10–35 guests
      $84.95
    • SMOKED MACALICIOUS MACARONI FULL PAN

      $149.95

    COLD BEVERAGE

    • Water

      $3.00
    • Sperher Cherry Cola

      $4.00
    • Sperher Root Beer

      The New York Times named Sprecher's Root Beer the “No. 1 root beer in the United States,” and our craft sodas are recognized nationally for their exceptional
      $4.00

    🔥 816 SMOKED QUE–LIVE BBQ EXPERIENCE

    🔥 PITMASTER EXPERIENCE PACKAGES

    “Service time begins when food is ready to be served. Additional hours extend live service and guest experience.”
    • 🥩 The Que Experience (Base Package)

      Live wood-fired BBQ cooked on-site — bringing the full smoke, fire, and flavor experience to your event. Served fresh off the pit by The Que. Includes: 🔥 Live pit setup (on-site smoker) 👨🏾‍🍳 Pitmaster “The Que” on-site 🔥 Open-fire finishing for bold flavor 🍽️ Full serving station setup Event Size: 👉 Feeds up to 50 guests (Additional guest tiers available) How It Works: 👉 Select 3 meats included 👉 Choose 3 premium sides 👉 Upgrade with additional meats or live BBQ experiences
      $2,500.00
    • 🥩 The Archway Experience (STL Style)

      Heavy sauce, bold flavor, St. Louis-style influence—finished over open flame “The Archway Way," with the perfect finishing touch KC-style BBQ sauce Smoked/Grilled Meats (Choose 2): STL-Style Ribs Rib Tips St. Louis Style Ribs St. Louis Pork Steaks Smoked Italian Sausage
      $800.00

    All hours
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    WednesdayClosed
    Thursday2:00 pm - 7:00 pm
    Friday2:00 pm - 8:00 pm
    SaturdayClosed
    Restaurant info

    (816) Smoked Que is where East St. Louis tradition meets Kansas City smoke. Built on family recipes and pitmaster roots, we specialize in slow-smoked beef done the right way — from our signature smoked oxtails and massive dino beef ribs to STL-style ribs, rib tips, and homestyle sides. Every dish is cooked low and slow over real wood fire, bringing bold flavor, rich smoke, and soulful comfort to every bite. Ask about our on-site BBQ experience, where we fire up the pit live and bring the full smokehouse atmosphere to your event. At The Que, it’s more than barbecue—it's legacy, flavor, and the true BBQ Capital way.

    Location

    320 N State Rte 291, Liberty, MO 64068

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