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Summerville Smokehouse with Tex-Mex Twist<\/h2>\n
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Smokin\u2019 Gringo\u2019s stakes its claim just off Jedburg Road in Summerville, where pit master Mike Bastin\u2014known simply as \u201cThe Gringo\u201d\u2014blends Southern smokehouse tradition with bold Tex-Mex flavors. <\/p>\n

What began as backyard experiments on a homemade garbage-can smoker in Mexico now fuels a bustling restaurant built from repurposed shipping containers. The result is a relaxed spot where competition-worthy barbecue meets vibrant burritos, tacos and bowls.<\/p>\n

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Family at the Pit<\/h2>\n

Mike sharpened his craft on the competition circuit, amassing more than 250 first-place and grand-champion trophies. In recent years his daughters Bella and Courtney\u2014proudly dubbed the GRINGoETTES\u2014have followed in his footsteps, earning back-to-back Kids Que State Championships in 2017 and 2018. Those contest-tested flavors and techniques laid the groundwork for Smokin\u2019 Gringo\u2019s menu, where award-winning smoked meats meet bold Tex-Mex twists.<\/p>\n

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Open-Air Vibes and Friendly Service<\/h2>\n

Dining at Smokin\u2019 Gringo\u2019s is as much about the setting as the smoke. The dining area\u2014crafted from brightly painted shipping containers\u2014opens onto a gravel courtyard strewn with upcycled spool tables and mismatched stools. Overhead, strands of light bulbs crisscross between live oaks, casting a warm glow as evening falls. A gentle breeze carries the scent of hickory smoke past picnic benches shaded by market umbrellas, while ceiling fans hum under the covered patio.<\/p>\n

Inside, the counter is framed by floor-to-ceiling windows, giving diners a front-row seat to the pitmasters at work. The team greets every guest by name whenever possible, guiding newcomers through the menu and sharing tasting tips for sauces and sides. <\/p>\n

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Reviewers note that even when the weekend crowd fills every table, the pace remains unhurried and the service unfailingly friendly\u2014so you can drop in for a quick two-taco lunch or settle in for a long, leisurely evening with friends. Ample parking just off Jedburg Road means easy access, and with a dedicated \u201cto-go\u201d window, you can be on your way with a feast in hand before you know it.<\/p>\n

Menu Highlights<\/h2>\n

Smokin\u2019 Gringo\u2019s menu blends Tex-Mex formats with classic Southern smoked meats, offering:<\/p>\n