The Ironbark Smoked Barbecue

Definitely worth coming to. First off, the food is highly impressive, and awesome value, and I say this as someone who is well versed in what great BBQ tastes like.

Came on a Sunday for lunch, and ordered two different Pioneer Brewery beers (local brewery) the Ironbark pulled pork, bacon and brisket patty burger (yes all three meats in one burger) $20 and BBQ pork chops with appleslaw $16, both came with chips. Both were enormous and had fantastic meaty and smoky flavours, perfectly seasoned and cooked, couldn't believe the prices we were paying!! We were happily groaning and full of food, we didn't even bother with dinner that night, initially we were a bit apprehensive with the poor Google reviews but were blown away. Meals came within 20 minutes.

A few things that take off a star is that the lack of vibe and atmosphere was strange. It is a lovely space but with the lack of people, it felt jarring when it should be a great place to have a drink on a Sunday. No table water, only one staff member to take orders and serve which we could see he was run off his feet. Ladies bathroom was in keeping with the rest of the place, nicely done up, but obviously not looked after, as there was no toilet paper, bins not empty, tap running constantly. The hours were 12 to 2pm on a Sunday, so it's only a short window of time for lunch when it could be a destination to have boozy Sunday lunch. Just a few things to consider. Overall, it's a good establishment, worth supporting in Cowra, so I've left it at five stars, as you won't be disappointed with the food, or prices.

Great family restaurant with excellent food. Quite and quirky when we visited in an exquisite historical mill.

We were there just after it opened for dinner so it was very quiet. The staff were great, friendly and not parked on our faces out of boredom. The menu is easy to understand, and the staff knew what was on offer. The food, some of the best bbq I've ever had. We were just passing through, but if we are the area again we will be back.

Best smoked brisket I have tried in AUS so far! Great deep flavor, good bark, well seasoned and great texture. Pulled pork was really good as well. I got it as an à la carte option but I am sure it is best in a bun with some slaw on it. The stand out side is the Mac N Cheese. Respect!

Excellent lunch menu ,
Very cheap prices , great service ,
The food is fantastic , cold drinks
It was very hot day, and the inside was very cool , comfortable and clean
Excellent work ironbark ✅👍

We took the parents out for Saturday lunch for MIL’s birthday- so glad we thought we would try somewhere new in Cowra rather than the bowlo..! Food was delicious, massive servings, chips were crunchy, salad fresh- recommended to try the Monster Sanga or the southern chicken. We met chef Jowed, who was lovely and friendly- Can’t wait to go back to Cowra again- we will definitely eat there again! ❤

Seriously delicious smoked brisket and pulled pork. And great value. What a hidden gem in Cowra!

The best smoked barbecue combined with a Mexican menu with great prices.

Wonderful, I was once advised that you can judge the attention to detail by the bathroom facilities. Needing to freshen up before lunch I shot in there first and was very impressed.
The food and drinks were also top notch and the staff polite and friendly.
Will definitely visit again.

Great food and friendly staff, would recommend

Hidden gem. Delicious food, great service. Beef brisket roll and pit master burger were both delicious!

Honestly the best burger I had so far in Australia, if this restaurant were located in a busier town, would be known worldwide

Excellent food and service, went with some local customers and really enjoyed the great service and food. 2 meats dish wow 🤩 Thanks guys 👌👍

Great hospitality and fast lunch service.
Comfort meals at affordable price.

Food was great full of flavour and plenty of it..

Staff are very friendly and helpful the Tucka is very good

Love the bugers

Brilliant

Great food

Delicious food