Construction through 2026

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Open Sundays Only (for now)

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10AM - 2PM (or until sold out)

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Construction through 2026 〰️ Open Sundays Only (for now) 〰️ 10AM - 2PM (or until sold out) 〰️

Meat. Sleep. Repeat.

Upcoming car & bike meets

  • Effective September, we will stop selling BBQ at 2PM and close our indoor section to allow us additional time to focus on construction and renovation.

    For our upcoming meets on 9/7 and 9/14, you are still welcome to enjoy yourselves until 3PM in our outdoor sections.

  • Sept 14 (Sun), Lunch Meet!
    (10AM - 3PM)

    Featuring classic and custom-built cars and motorcycles. More info here.

    Update: At 2PM, we will stop selling BBQ and close our indoor section. However, you can continue to enjoy yourselves in our outdoor sections.

    Brakes & Brews: Light breakfast (coffee and bagels) available at 8AM.

    *ALL are welcome, regardless of vehicle. No tickets or registration required. However, we kindly ask that guests reserve front and side sections for the featured vehicles in attendance.

    *Our neighbors have a zero tolerance parking policy that applies to EVERYONE, not just “cool” cars. Do not park on their lots as we are not responsible for their actions.

  • Sept 21 (Sun), Lunch Meet!
    (10AM - 2PM)

    Charity Cars & BBQ. All makes & models welcome. More info coming soon.

    *ALL are welcome, regardless of vehicle. No tickets or registration required. However, we kindly ask that guests reserve front and side sections for the featured vehicles in attendance.

    *Our neighbors have a zero tolerance parking policy that applies to EVERYONE, not just “cool” cars. Do not park on their lots as we are not responsible for their actions.

  • Meat Meet is our signature curated Cars & BBQ show. This year, we’re hosting at The Federal Twist Vineyard in Stockton, NJ. Tickets and registration now open!

    More information here (please monitor this page for all updates).

construction & limited hours

Please be aware that our restaurant is under active construction and renovation. We expect to be fully operational by Summer 2026.

open sundays only (for now)

“Sunday Service” Every Sunday
10AM - 2PM
or until sold out
8AM Light Breakfast (coffee & bagels)

All are welcome for eat-in & takeout
Ample seating indoors/outdoors, no BYOB

We will gradually expand our hours and menu as renovation progresses. We appreciate your patience during this exciting (and dusty) time. Please monitor our website and social media for updates.

We’re currently updating our website to reflect our evolution from pop-up vendors to full-time restaurateurs. Stay tuned for changes!

New Restaurant FAQ

  • Brakes & Briskets is a “Cars & BBQ” restaurant dedicated to premium, craft American smoked BBQ.

    But we’re more than just great food - we create events and experiences. From curated car shows and Formula 1 watch parties to charitable fundraisers, camping trips, and pre-fixe dinner nights, we’re all about bringing people together.

    Brakes & Briskets is a two-person operation. Every detail - from the BBQ to the branding, event planning, renovations, social media, and website - is handled by us.

    We started this because we wanted to give back to the community by building the kind of inclusive spaces we wish we had growing up. And of course, to serve seriously good BBQ.

  • 2025–2026 are construction years for us.

    For now, we are only open on Sundays from 10AM - 2PM (or until sold out), with light breakfast at 8AM (coffee and bagels). We’ll expand our hours as progress continues, but monitor our pages as we sometimes announce weekday evenings.

    Note: We typically begin to sell out by 12pm despite smoking hundreds of pounds of meats. Therefore we highly recommend arriving during the first half of our service hours to ensure a complete menu. Our regulars come early!

    We’re actively renovating our building and property, so we appreciate your patience during this exciting (and dusty) time.

  • No! Contrary to popular belief, we’re a BBQ restaurant first and foremost.

    We began as private caterers, long before carving out a niche at pop-up automotive events. Now we’re stepping into a bold new chapter as restauranteurs.

    Thanks to our loyal following of car enthusiasts, there’s always great eye candy to go with our smoky offerings. That said, you don’t need to own a showstopper to enjoy our food. Everyone is welcome at our restaurant and events - no matter what you drive (or don’t).

    What else?
    But we’re more than just great food and cool cars - we create events and experiences. From curated car shows and Formula 1 watch parties to charitable fundraisers, camping trips, and pre-fixe dinner nights, we’re all about bringing people together.

  • We anticipate being fully operational by next year, Summer 2026. In the meantime, we hope you’ll continue to visit and support us during our limited hours as we actively renovate our building and property.

    Look forward to new changes every time you visit :)

  • Yes, both dine-in and takeout are available with 150+ seats indoors and outdoors.

    For catering or event bookings, feel free to chat with us directly before filling out the booking form - we’d love to work with you.

    BYOB
    You may have noticed our restaurant has a bar! However, we currently do not serve alcohol nor permit BYOB.

    Please note: We’re not currently partnered with third-party delivery services like DoorDash, Grubhub, or Uber Eats at this time.

  • On-Site Parking
    We have ample parking space on our property on a first-come, first-serve basis.

    We often have “themed” days and only ask that the front spots be reserved for the featured vehicles.

    Please obey signage and respect the property and vehicles. Do not park on the grass unless you have been instructed.

    Overflow Parking
    In the event that our lot is full, we have the following additional options:

    • Far Knoll Lane. You must leave ample room for through traffic for residents, emergency vehicles, etc.

    • Central Ave. This street is located on the right after going down Far Knoll Lane. Please follow normal rules of traffic and do not block driveways or intersections.

    • 409 US-22 (lot directly across from us). For safety reasons, this lot is only permitted with cops present who will escort you across the street. We will not be held liable if you park here under any other circumstances.

    DO NOT PARK
    Unfortunately, both of our next door neighbors have a zero tolerance parking policy that applies to ALL vehicles, not just “sports cars.” DO NOT park in their lots, even if they’re closed. We are not responsible for their actions.

Smoked to perfection

  • It all begins with a savory idea. Whether you're organizing an event or craving that missing flavor, let Brakes & Briskets elevate your plate with our mouthwatering smoked meats and culinary expertise.

    Menu: À la Carte | Catering
    Info: Featured Meats | Food Media

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  • Brakes & Briskets specializes in bringing the smoky goodness of BBQ to events of all sizes, from intimate gatherings to large-scale celebrations. Allow us to enhance your event with our irresistible offerings.

    Ready? Book Us!

  • Redefining Cars & BBQ…
    As car enthusiasts ourselves, we’re serving up smoked BBQ to elevate your car meets. Brakes & Briskets brings together the best of both worlds with our passion for smoking meats and revving engines.

    Meat Meet | Past Events | Book Us!

  • Brakes & Briskets merchandise blends BBQ and car culture. Whether showcasing your love of meats or cars, let the world know you’ve got great taste in both food and fashion.

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