Hickory's Smokehouse Stafford delivers an outstanding dining experience that has left patrons eager to return. Nestled in Kingsway, Stafford, this restaurant stands out for its vibrant theme and skilled hospitality. Guests rave about the attentive service, with standout mentions like Naomi, who enhances the experience through her warmth and care for every diner, a quality that many reviewers noted as exceptional. The menu is a treasure trove for food lovers, featuring enticing waffle plates like the Cookies & Cream and Zingy Lemon Meringue, alongside hearty options such as the sharing platter that boasts perfectly cooked brisket and succulent ribs. The rich chocolate and hazelnut treats, along with the boozy hard shakes, add a delightful twist to your meal. The atmosphere strikes a balance between lively and welcoming, with thoughtful touches, including a cinema area for children. It's commendable how the staff efficiently manage large groups, ensuring timely food delivery and a clutter-free dining experience, all while maintaining a friendly demeanor. While prices may lean towards the higher side, the quality of the food coupled with the exceptional service justifies the expense. Hickory's Smokehouse Stafford is not just a meal; it's an event that beckons repeat visits, thanks to its commendable dishes and a friendly, accommodating team. Indulging here feels like a celebration in every bite.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
Has outdoor seating
Serves dine-in
No delivery
No takeaway
Highlights
Has great beer selection
Serves great dessert
Good for watching sport
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves cocktails
Serves coffee
Has free water refills
Serves late-night food
Serves small plates
Serves spirits
Serves vegetarian dishes
Serves wine
Dining options
Serves breakfast
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has bar on site
Has toilet
Has Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual
Trendy
Crowd
Family friendly
Good for groups
Popular with tourists
Planning
Brunch reservations recommended
Lunch reservations recommended
Dinner reservations recommended
Accepts reservations
Payments
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
Has changing table(s)
High chairs available
Has kids' menu
Parking
Free parking lot
On-site parking
Plenty of parking
Pets
Dogs allowed
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Reviews For Hickory's Smokehouse Stafford
Stephen Regnart
May 31,2025
The whole experience was brilliant! The restaurant itself is themed brilliantly, the choice of food was great and it all tasted amazing! The best part was the service and Naomi who served us was brilliant, she was really friendly and very attentive, she even walked my mum, who’s on crutches at the moment, to the toilet and held the door open for her! Will definitely go again for the great service and to try the rest of the menu!
Luce
May 21,2025
First time coming to a Hickory’s, would definitely come again! The food was amazing, everything we ate was cooked perfectly and so tasty. Also, the grape soda was great. The atmosphere is nice, and there is a cinema for kids which is a good touch. Didn’t feel rushed to leave either.
Jade Beresford
May 6,2025
Great experience for a larger group of 16! The service was perfect and we all thoroughly enjoyed our meal. Staff were on top of food & drinks orders, and keeping the table clutter free. Everyones food came out within close timings; no one was waiting noticeably longer than others and there was no issues with the orders. Thank you so much for accommodating us. Wouldn’t hesitate to come back and of course... the food is amazing!
Carla Hammonds
Apr 22,2025
We had such a great time here! We had a 30 minute wait for our table and we sat overlooking the kitchen, which we really enjoyed, we were compensated for our wait with a free brisket taster, dessert and a drink. We had the sharing platter, and it was just amazing! We loved the brisket and the ribs were fantastic, I loved the jalapeno and cheese sausage! The staff were all amazing! Very friendly and helpful, we were talking to the chefs too and they were brilliant, they all work so hard making sure everything is perfect for you. You all need a pay rise for all of the hard work that you do, you made our experience even better. It is very pricey but the food is just amazing we will definitely be back.
Peter Harrison
Apr 16,2025
Great choices with some vegan platters. Good selection of beers, great service and nice atmosphere. I guess I am getting old as prices seem expensive for lunch. We paid 50 quid for a main course and one drink each! Food was very good...maybe will go here for special occasions!
Steve Bott
Apr 2,2025
Food was fantastic, if a little pricey, drinks selection is excellent. The restaurant was busy, but all of the staff were friendly and professional, and our food and drinks arrived quickly, and the waitresses that served us didn't stop smiling all evening. It made our evening feel very special, highly recommended.
Timothy Smale
Mar 17,2025
American BBQ themed restaurant with great quality food and service. We had a very warm welcome and had the menu explained to us. Popcorn and water is placed on the table as you sit down. The food is great with the mixed bbq platter being my favourite. All of the food is cooked perfectly with meat falling off the bones. The kids were kept entertained with the cinema room and play park outside. Will definitely visit again.
kelvin gaffney
Feb 22,2025
As always when visiting any hickory's smokehouse you're guaranteed great food and again we was not let down! Quick seating even when ten minutes early. Service was at a reasonable standard from sitting down to receiving a drinks order. Obviously you're welcome to order at the bar too but otherwise all good. Skip the starters and straight to mains which came out quickly but also still good temp from the kitchen. On completion of mains there was a little bit of a delayed revisit about desserts but not too long is say it was of a major concern. Desserts ordered and back out reasonable sharp. Cookie was very over baked and hard which made it difficult to eat but that's all that was wrong from a good aspect. The delay from finishing to a bill is the real lengthy process. Unsure if this is a standard thing because they don't want you to leave but you'll need to definitely request this if you want to leave. Overall a pleasant experience and will always visit again.
Reviews For Hickory's Smokehouse Stafford