Hicksville Smokehouse

Hicksville Smokehouse is a casual American-style BBQ venue in Southport on the Gold Coast, serving low-and-slow smoked meats, share plates and the robust flavours associated with the American South. The menu style is built around food designed for the table, making the smokehouse a natural fit for relaxed meals with family, friends or a group of diners.

An open-air beer garden adds an outdoor setting to the dining experience. It gives the venue a laid-back character suited to long lunches, evening meals and social catch-ups, while the smokehouse format keeps the focus on generously flavoured BBQ and shared ordering. The atmosphere is informal rather than formal, with a neighbourhood feel that suits guests looking for an easygoing meal.

Hicksville operates as a broader food and drink destination, with the smokehouse complemented by a café and a separate gelato offering. The café provides specialty coffee, sandwiches and house-baked goods, while the gelato is made in-house and changes with the seasons. These adjoining concepts give the venue relevance across different parts of the day, from a casual daytime stop to a later meal centred on smoked food.

The smokehouse is located at 11 Hicks Street, Southport, Queensland. Its combination of American BBQ, shareable food and open-air seating makes it suitable for diners who prefer a relaxed setting over a formal restaurant experience. The venue also provides a booking option, which can be useful for planned meals and larger gatherings. Dietary requirements, family needs and current service arrangements are best confirmed with the venue before arrival.