My Meat Wagon

You'll smell the smoke before you even spot the place – that's the first sign you've found something proper in Smithfield's Market Square. This isn't your typical Dublin barbecue spot trying to replicate American classics; it's something more thoughtful, with meats smoked low and slow until they fall apart at the touch of a fork. The brisket here is genuinely excellent, with that perfect pink smoke ring you rarely see done right in Dublin. But don't sleep on the sides – they're doing inventive stuff with seasonal vegetables that elevates the whole experience beyond standard BBQ fare. The space itself feels industrial-cool without being pretentious, fitting perfectly into Smithfield's warehouse-chic vibe. Book ahead for weekends because word's well and truly out.