Pink Heifer Saloon & Smokehouse
Best BBQ of Dane County

The Monticello Mothership

Barbecue, music, and history under one roof.

Settle into the historic Monticello House for USDA Prime brisket smoked for 12 to 14 hours, a full saloon, and live music every weekend.

USDA Prime carved brisket from Pink Heifer Monticello

The food

The long way tastes better.

Prime brisket, pulled pork, smoked chicken, ribs, Wagon Rolls, and scratch made comfort food. Every plate starts with patience and real smoke.

Make more of the visit

Dinner is only the beginning.

The Pink Heifer saloon stage in Monticello

Live Music Every Weekend

Local musicians, a full saloon, and a room built for a good night out.

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Birdie’s Dance Hall set for a private gathering

Birdie’s Private Events

A historic dance hall for weddings, celebrations, business events, and gatherings.

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Pink Heifer StageCoach One food trailer ready for catering and events

Catering and StageCoach One

Bring the SmokeShow to your office, celebration, festival, or community event.

Plan catering

Locations

Two restaurants. One Pink Heifer family.

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Pink Heifer Saloon and Smokehouse in Monticello

Monticello

The Mothership

Full service barbecue, a complete saloon, live music, and private spaces at 149 North Main St.

Monticello details
Pink Heifer BBQ Saloon in Madison

Madison

State Street BBQ Saloon

A focused quick service menu from the same central Pink Heifer smokehouse and kitchen, served at 567 State Street.

How the Madison QSR works

StageCoach One

Our smokehouse on wheels for fairs, festivals, and special events.

Meet StageCoach One

Five star guest reviews

Come hungry. Leave talking about it.

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★★★★★
Make sure to order the brisket. It is some of the best brisket I have ever had.
Amber A.Google review
★★★★★
Ribs, pulled chicken, crispy fries, mac and cheese, and cheese curds were all spot on delicious.
Chris D.Google review
★★★★★
It is beautifully decorated, smells wonderful, and is incredibly clean.
Kyra T.Google review
★★★★★
Absolutely beautiful place. We had the baked and fried cod. Delicious!
Michelle J.Google review
★★★★★
They went above and beyond to serve us. We greatly appreciated their kindness and will definitely be back.
Cherilyn N.Google review