About Jay Bishop

After years of working at KUB, Jay took a leap of faith to follow his passion for barbecue. With a red truck, a red tent, and a whole lot of hickory wood, he launched Smokestack BBQ to bring bold flavor and big smiles to every corner of Knoxville.

He smokes every brisket up to 24 hours. He seasons every rib by hand with his own house-made rub. And he treats every plate like it’s for family — because to Jay, it is.

Smokestack BBQ isn’t just about food. It’s about people, community, and good vibes you can taste.