Smokey Dan's - Restaurant, Bar & Grill
Smokey Dan's - Authentic Smoked Food

About Dan

A passion for all things cooked with fire.

Since smoking his very first brisket in a beaten-up bathtub, Smokey Dan knew what the South Coast was missing. So, he set off on a mission to build a smoker that could cater to the masses and create an atmosphere where people can gather with their friends and family to relax around the fire.

With a passion for all things cooked with fire, Smokey Dan’s delivers authentic smoked food and BBQ style cuisine using premium, local ingredients.

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Menu

Discover the delicious Smokey Dan’s menu.

Dive into our delectable selection of Iron Bark smoked meats including our 24hr cooked beef brisket, succulent pulled pork and bourbon glazed beef short rib. Explore our specialty burger menu and try succulent sides such as our sticky chicken wings or our house made sweet potato chips. Our pizzas deliver that bold Smokey Dan’s flavour in every bite from the hand stretched dough to the premium toppings! Gluten free and vegan options available.

Wash it down with tap beers, cocktails and other cold drinks from our bar.

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Kingswood performing at Smokey Dan's

Events

Amazing live music and entertainment.

Smokey Dan’s is a premier live music venue featuring regular events showcasing some of Australia’s biggest acts. In the past, Illy, Alex Lloyd, Drapht, Ben Lee, Conrad Sewell, Kingswood, Tim Freedman (The Whitlams), Amber Lawrence, Josh Pyke, Boo Seeka, Hard-Ons, Ash Grunwald and many more have graced the Smokey Dan’s stage.

Smokey Dan's offers catering packages available for all occasions

Catering

Let us do the cooking.

We offer onsite or remote catering and are happy to cater to any needs and requirements. You can choose from one of our packages or if you are wanting something different you can talk to us and make the most out of your next event.

Smokey Dan's offers catering packages available for all occasions

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Smokey goodness is awaiting you!

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WAAX, alongside special guests Flavuh, Rusty & The Bucketheads and Gypsy Rigatos, delivered an incredible show last Saturday! It was wonderful to have one of the 2026 ARIA nominees take the stage at Smokey Dan's and see our amazing local acts in action! Thanks so much to the bands, our staff and crew and all the legends who came along.

📷 Big thanks to Daniel Allen for the great photos!
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Farewell Sam! After a decade with us, it’s finally time to say goodbye to Dan’s youngest brother, Sam…

Sam has been such a huge part of Smokey Dan’s over the years and an even bigger part of everyone’s day. We truely could not have done any of this without you.

We wish you all the best with what’s next and we are so proud of you!
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We are on the hunt for a Bar person to join our fun loving team!

Can you pour a decent drink, handle the craziness and have a laugh while you’re at it?

RSA required. Available for nights and weekends.

If this sounds like you, apply now!

Send your resume to admin@smokeydans.com.au
Or pop in and see us.
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Daniel Champagne is returning to Smokey Dan's on Friday 8th January! We've had the pleasure of hosting some amazing concerts with Daniel over the years and we can't wait to have him back on our new stage!

“Do whatever it takes to get in the front row!”
– Roots Magazine, UK

“A generational talent that must be seen to be believed.”
– The Calgary Herald, CANADA
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Not long now until WAAX comes to Smokey Dan's! Saturday 3rd October catch one of Australia's most essential and high-octane live acts in action. And we're also excited to have three amazing youth acts from the region opening the show, with Flavuh, Rusty & The Bucketheads and Gypsy Rigatos joining the lineup. Get your tix! ... See MoreSee Less

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Pies, sleep, repeat. We need a factory…
Moruya Markets Saturday / Batemans Bay Markets Sunday 🔥
See you there!

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Saturday 14th November! Good Vibes will be bringing an artist showcase to Smokey Dan's, featuring Val Moogz, Felicity Dowd Music, Exit Smiling, Ruby Holden, Hugo Hamilton and Gypsy Rigatos. Save the date!

This is also a free entry event! Families and all ages are welcome. Come along and enjoy an amazing evening of great music and food at Smokey Dan's!
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Thanks so much to everyone who came along to see Dear Seattle and seahaven (US) plus our amazing local bands Flavuh, Rusty & The Bucketheads and Exit Smiling! What an incredible night of music!

📸 Photos by Daniel Allen.
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Testimonials

What our guests say…

Great location and even better service. Staff and owner are extremely friendly and make the best food on the south coast. If you get a chance to come here with the family you won’t be disappointed. Staff are super accommodating to dietary needs and make great drinks.

Craig

We regularly order the vegetarian deluxe pizza for take-out. We order extras and the final result is almost pizza perfection. Tasted a lot of pizzas and this ranks as one of the best. Pick-up time is usually accurate in our experience. The garlic bread is scrumptious!

Ben

The Burgers we ordered were cooked to perfection and tasted wonderful. The Frisky Brisket and Pulled Porker burger were delicious. The chips were crunchy and soft on the inside, perfect. We will definitely be returning to try other items on the menu.

Rodney

We were on our holiday trip and driving almost 20 minutes to dine in at Smokey Dan’s. It is all worthwhile. The pork ribs were superb and the wings were tasty too. The team was all very helpful, Beau was serving us and he is such lovely gentleman, made us feel welcomed.

Brad

Such a great vibe and delicious food. The Burger was succulent and Barra was good too. If you’re in and around Broulee and Batemans bay don’t miss out.

Joel

Local legends! This place is unreal. Rhys Duursma was playing music on Sunday afternoon and it was absolutely incredible. Epic food and great vibe. Get along and support local businesses and live, local music!

Ben

Highly recommend! the food, service and the layout out of the venue was just 10/10. If you are a ribs lover, go for the half rack of smokey pork ribs! if you stay later you will get to see them pull out the brisket that Dan smokes for hours and the smell is amazing!

Amy

Really good place to hang out and enjoy a great meal in the area. Highly recommended! The smoked meats are of very high quality. Sitting at the garden for about 90 mins, I can see their staff and chefs checking on the smoker and adding and adjusting the fire and woods very frequently.

Jerry

The food is phenomenal, our drinks were made to perfection and the service we received tonight from Beau was out of this world. He is one of the kindest, most attentive people. If I could rate more than five stars for his service I would.

Jayde

Randomly found this place when looking for dinner and am so glad we did! The meals were delicious – we had the parmie, the meat pizza and the blazed chook pizza. Service was quick and friendly and there were lots of options to choose from. Definitely coming back if we’re ever down this way again!

Andy

Yum, yum yum. Had the chicken wings and they were delicious, the bbq sauce is sticky, sweet and nicely spicy. Best I have ever had. The pizza was excellent too, with the lightest crust I’ve ever eaten. Will be going back!

Jennifer

Location

Tomakin South Coast NSW

Smokey Dan’s is located on George Bass Drive Tomakin by the Tomaga River and next to The Moorings Resort, Tomakin IGA and Crackajack Mini Golf and Golf Course. There is plenty of parking with the main carpark directly in front of the restaurant.

Tomakin is a seaside village on the South Coast of New South Wales nestled between the major towns of Batemans Bay and Moruya. Other nearby villages include Malua Bay, Mossy Point and Broulee.

We are just a few minutes from the beautiful beaches at Tomakin and Broulee making us a perfect stop after a day of swimming, surfing, sunbaking or fishing.

Smokey Dan's

2152 George Bass Dr,
Tomakin NSW 2537

(02) 4471 5618