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4 Rivers Smokehouse

Updated 2026-08-19 · 15,282 reviewed · 115 listed · Scored from 3,645 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.5(3645) 81 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified moderate
BBQ CateringTexas-Style BBQBBQ BuffetBBQ Food Truck / StandTraditional Smokehouse BBQCarolina-Style BBQRib House / Ribs Specialist
4 Rivers Smokehouse
Price
moderate
Services
BBQ Catering, Texas-Style BBQ, BBQ Buffet
Reviews
3645

What recent reviews say

Most visitors enjoy the food quality and welcoming atmosphere, with staff remembered by name for their kindness and attentiveness even at closing. Ribs and brisket draw repeated praise for tenderness and flavor. Recent complaints center on inconsistent execution during peak hours, particularly dried-out chicken and watery sides, alongside concerns that price hikes have outpaced portion sizes and meat quality in the dinner service window.

Praised for
  • friendly and attentive staff
  • tender, moist meat
  • fall-off-the-bone ribs
  • generous portions
  • flavorful sides and sauces
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Best for: Families seeking casual counter-service barbecue with large portions and friendly service.

Strengths

  • staff welcoming and quick to replace items
  • ribs and brisket moist and tender
  • large menu selection including burnt ends and sandwiches
  • clean space with ample seating

Worth knowing

  • Staff named Noah and Asiahna praised for attentiveness
  • manager quickly replaces incorrect or cold orders
  • menu shifted from standalone half-chicken meals to 2x2 pricing structure
  • St Louis ribs and smoked turkey offered
  • hot and mild BBQ sauce options available
  • drink and condiment station self-serve
  • Tesla Supercharger parking available

How it compares

  • Rated 4.5 against a 4.59 average across the 78 bbq catering businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 92% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 67
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 64
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
2681
4
561
3
184
2
99
1
120

Contact

Address
1869 W State Rd 434, Longwood, FL 32750

Last verified 2026-08-19

Opening hours

Monday
11:00-21:00
Tuesday
11:00-21:00
Wednesday
11:00-21:00
Thursday
11:00-21:00
Friday
11:00-21:00
Saturday
11:00-21:00
Sunday
11:00-19:00

As listed on Google.

From their website

Services listed
BBQ SmokehouseSlow-smoked barbecueBurnt EndsBrisket sandwichesPulled porkSmoked chickenRibsSausage

As published by the business on its own website; not independently verified.

Common questions

Do you take late arrivals before closing?
Yes. Staff welcome customers right before close and do not rush them, though availability of all menu items may vary near end of service.
Can I get sauce on the side?
You can request sauce on the side when ordering, though requests may be missed during busy periods. Ask staff to verify your order before leaving the counter.

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Last updated 2026-08-19