Stanley James Smokehouse

Stanley James Smokehouse, established in 2018, is a Lawrence-based barbecue catering company rooted in family heritage. Two lifelong friends founded the business to honor their respective family legacies—Stanley, the grandfather who competed in legendary American Royal Barbecue, and James, the father who ran a beloved local grocery store known for generosity and quality. This dual heritage shaped the smokehouse’s philosophy: traditional wood-fired, low-and-slow smoking methods combined with locally sourced ingredients and scratch-made sides. The menu showcases slow-smoked ribs, brisket, pulled pork, chicken, and hand-cut offerings, all prepared with signature flavor.

For wedding catering, Stanley James Smokehouse offers flexibility ranging from full catering service to pickup options. The menu extends beyond traditional barbecue to include handcrafted Indian taco frybread, loaded potatoes topped with smoked meats, and distinctive sides like house-made coleslaw and baked beans prepared with smoked meat accents. The founders believe in community and gathering; their walls display family photos reflecting this philosophy.

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Services

• Slow-Smoked Barbecue Catering
• Indian Taco Frybread
• House-Made Sides and Specialties
• Full Catering and Pickup Options
• Customizable Menu Options
• Family-Oriented Event Service

Contact Stanley James Smokehouse

• Address: 1500 E 23rd St, Lawrence, KS 66046, USA
• Phone: (785) 841-9691
• Email: jordan@sjsmokehouse.com
• Website: www.sjsmokehouse.com