The story
At Whiskers Smokehouse in Caserta, the barbecue comes with a side of theatre. Creator xMurry describes an “incredible BBQ experience” thanks to the ‘on stage’ formula where the owner narrates each cut. The open kitchen keeps smoke and spectacle front and center, creating a vibe that feels both intimate and celebratory. The staff is welcoming, the atmosphere lively—this is a place that earns its viral reputation.
The menu leans heavily into meats. xMurry singled out the porchetta and prime rib as outstanding, though the short beef ribs were “a bit too intense” for his taste. Other smoked stars include brisket with garlic-lime mayo, Italian sausage, and a cheddar version. Francesco Zini simply called it “uno dei bbq più famosi d’Italia,” and after one plate, it’s easy to see why.
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Whiskers’ porchetta earns unanimous praise for its crackling skin and juicy meat, while reviewers describe the overall vibe as a cozy, indulgent smokehouse feast.
“The Prime Rib is monstrously delicate. It's so soft, almost like a cured meat. The smokiness is not overpowering, it just accompanies the meat. The size is massive, it's the first five ribs of the ribeye. There's no bark around it, so it's just a slice of meat like a steak, but incredibly tender. I could eat this forever.”
“You don't really see prime rib in barbecue. I guess this is like the Italian way. That's a hunk of meat right there. I'm going to dunk the rib cap in their homemade honey whiskey barbecue sauce. That homemade barbecue sauce is incredible. You can taste the whiskey flavor and you get a little shot almost. It fires you up. I could get behind prime rib and barbecue. It's a good addition. That made the entire trip worth it.”
What creators say
3 creators have covered Whiskers - Smokehouse. Most active: xMurry, Francesco Zini, Jack's Dining Room
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Whiskers Smokehouse in Caserta is an incredible BBQ experience, especially the 'on stage' formula where the owner explains everything. The porchetta and prime rib were outstanding, though the short ribs were a bit too intense for me. The atmosphere is lively and the staff is extremely welcoming.
Dishes mentioned
Brisket con Maionese all'Aglio e Lime
This cold brisket with garlic mayo and lime is a really pleasant surprise. The smoking is beautiful, and the fact that it's sliced very thin helps, plus the mayo with lemon cuts through the richness perfectly. I'd call it a welcome appetizer.
Porchetta
This porchetta is spectacular. The skin is crunchy, almost vitrified, and the inside is super juicy. I got a huge hit of rosemary, spices, garlic, and pepper. Paired with the coleslaw, which is very acidic and not too creamy, it works perfectly to refresh the palate before the heavier courses.
Salsiccia Italiana
I honestly prefer the Italian sausage over the cheddar one. The casing could be a bit crunchier, but the inside is very melty because they grind the meat finer to mix lean and fat better. The smoke flavor is preponderant. It reminds me a bit of salami and cotechino in both flavor and texture.
Salsiccia con Cheddar
This one with cheddar is really good. It's not excessively spicy, but the combination of the spices, I can taste the cumin which is incredible in a sausage, with the melted cheese is crazy. The puree underneath is amazing too. Eaten immediately when the cheese is still stringy, it's even more incredible.
Prime Rib
The Prime Rib is monstrously delicate. It's so soft, almost like a cured meat. The smokiness is not overpowering, it just accompanies the meat. The size is massive, it's the first five ribs of the ribeye. There's no bark around it, so it's just a slice of meat like a steak, but incredibly tender. I could eat this forever.
Whiskers Smokehouse serves incredible barbecue in Italy, with a legendary slow-smoked porchetta and prime rib that made the entire trip worth it.
Dishes mentioned
Slow Smoked Porchetta
The outside is crunchy, really crunchy. He takes the fat and pours it on top. People fly from across the world to try this porchetta. It's not just crispy, it is so flavorful. Get a bite with the caramelized onion on top — those are literally the bites you travel for. That's some of the best straight up pig I've ever had. It is so juicy, you could slip and slide down this thing. These caramelized onions on top give it this sweetness. That's the best porchetta I've ever brought.
Prime Rib
You don't really see prime rib in barbecue. I guess this is like the Italian way. That's a hunk of meat right there. I'm going to dunk the rib cap in their homemade honey whiskey barbecue sauce. That homemade barbecue sauce is incredible. You can taste the whiskey flavor and you get a little shot almost. It fires you up. I could get behind prime rib and barbecue. It's a good addition. That made the entire trip worth it.
