CR Midnight Smoker BBQ

CR Midnight Smoker BBQ is a restaurant in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The establishment specializes in slow-smoked, handcrafted BBQ, offering a variety of meats including beef brisket, baby back ribs, pulled pork, smoked chicken, and house-made sausages. They also provide catering services for weddings, corporate events, and large gatherings. With a 4.80 rating from 235 reviews, they have established a strong reputation for their flavorful offerings.

The restaurant operates as a from-scratch kitchen, preparing all sides, sauces, and pickled products in-house. Their pitmasters use Midwest beef and pork, which is trimmed, coated in house-made rubs, and smoked using real wood and fire in Lang reverse-flow offset smokers with an oak and cherry blend. The menu features unique items such as brisket and pulled pork egg rolls fried in beef tallow, as well as several signature sauces like the sweet and tangy Harmony, the blueberry and serrano pepper-infused Bluez on Fire, and the spicy peach habanero Bayne's Peachy Delight. Because many items are prepared on-site, the staff can assist with dietary needs, as much of their food is gluten-free, corn-free, and dairy-free.

Located on F Ave NW, the restaurant is situated near the Cedar Crossing Casino and is a short drive from the Avenue of the Saints and the Cultivate Hope Urban Farm.

CR Midnight Smoker BBQ is known for its commitment to quality and its meticulous smoking techniques. The business stands as a highly-rated destination for those seeking authentic, slow-smoked meats and carefully crafted sauces in the Cedar Rapids area.