Belmont House of Smoke, Norfolk

With their in-house smoker and closely guarded recipes for spice rubs, Belmont House of Smoke gradually coaxes out rich flavors and tender texture from brisket, ribs, and award-winning wings. Pit masters stand guard over smokers as slabs of meat and beer-can chickens soak up flavorful vapors from a bed of blazing hickory embers. Guests gather around tables in the two-story dining room to share meals and toast beers poured from one of two separate bars. After meals, friends can play a game of pool or take live tunes from artists throughout the week.