Smoke Ring Restaurant Review:
Joining the rising tide of chef-driven 'cue joints is 101 Concepts’ Smoke Ring. The name references the classic pink ring that forms when meat is properly cooked "low and slow," as they say, over wood. All meat, even chicken, will develop the smoke ring when the meat is cooked this way. As at most 'cue joints, pig is prime, and at Smoke Ring every possible way of enjoying the meat is explored,...
Castleberry Hill's own upscale barbecue joint offers creative remakes of familiar classics born across the South, from smoked meats to traditional snacks and comfort sides. The restaurant bathes in natural light, all the better to show off the exposed brick, reclaimed lumber and hanging Edison bulbs, while the bar proudly serves domestic beers only, alongside refreshing craft cocktails.