Private Events at Smokecraft
Bring Your People Together Over Award-Winning Barbecue
Host your next celebration, corporate gathering, happy hour, or special occasion in the heart of Clarendon with flexible spaces, customizable menus, full bar service, and exceptional hospitality.
Make It Yours
What Are You Planning?
From casual gatherings to milestone celebrations, our Arlington private-event team will help build an experience that fits your group.
Corporate Events
Meetings, team celebrations, client dinners, and company parties.
Birthday Parties
Relaxed celebrations with memorable food and flexible bar options.
Rehearsal Dinners
A welcoming setting for family, friends, and the celebration ahead.
Holiday Parties
Festive menus and spaces for end-of-year gatherings of every size.
Happy Hours
Craft drinks, appetizers, and barbecue in the bar or on the rooftop.
Social Celebrations
Engagements, graduations, showers, reunions, and special occasions.
Flexible Arlington Event Spaces
Find the Right Space for Your Event
Dining Room
A comfortable, energetic setting for seated meals, cocktail receptions, business gatherings, and social celebrations.
- Buffet or plated dining
- Full bar service
- TV, projector, and audio access
- Custom room arrangements
Rooftop
Celebrate above Clarendon in a spacious setting suited for happy hours, birthdays, corporate events, and larger gatherings.
- Events up to approximately 200 guests
- Dedicated bar
- Covered and open-air areas
- Flexible reception layouts
The Bar
A welcoming setting for cocktail receptions, networking events, and holiday happy hours.
- Full bar service
- Flexible beverage packages
- TV and audio access
- Space for mingling and celebrations
Full Restaurant
Make Smokecraft your own with a full buyout for company celebrations, large family gatherings, fundraisers, and milestone events.
- Dining room and bar access
- Customized food and beverages
- Dedicated event staff
- Presentation and entertainment options
Capacity depends on the space and event layout requested. Food and beverage minimums or room fees may apply. Ask our team about current availability and a custom proposal.
Menus Made for Gathering
Food Your Guests Will Talk About
Build a traditional barbecue buffet, serve elevated appetizers, add a carving station, or work with our team on a menu designed for your occasion.
Owner and Pitmaster Andrew Darneille creates the recipes, techniques, and flavor profiles behind our menu. From national competition wins to once-in-a-lifetime celebrations, our team brings the same focus to quality, timing, presentation, and hospitality.
Plan Your Menu
Popular Event Options
- Buffet or plated meals
- Passed or stationary appetizers
- Slider, taco, nacho, or potato bars
- Brisket, prime rib, or custom carving stations
- Vegetarian and gluten-friendly selections
- Desserts and beverage service
- Drink tickets, consumption bars, and hosted packages
Why Smokecraft
More Than a Place to Hold a Party
Award-Winning Food
Competition-tested barbecue and creative options your guests will remember.
Flexible Spaces
Options for intimate gatherings, large celebrations, and everything between.
Personal Planning
Work directly with our events team on your menu, layout, and experience.
Easy to Reach
In Clarendon near Metro, street parking, and a nearby public garage.
Simple From the Start
Planning Your Event Is Easy
Tell Us About It
Share your date, estimated guest count, and what you are planning.
Get Your Proposal
We will recommend the right space, menu, and service options.
Confirm Your Event
Approve the proposal and submit the required deposit to reserve the date.
Picture Your Event Here
See Smokecraft in Action
Watch our event videos and browse real celebrations, food displays, and rooftop gatherings below.
Private Event Questions
Everything You Need to Get Started
Open a question below for quick answers. Our team will guide you through the details when you inquire.
How many guests can Smokecraft accommodate?
Capacity depends on the space and layout. Our dining room and bar can accommodate approximately 120 seated guests, while the rooftop can accommodate larger events of up to approximately 200 guests.
Do you offer private and semi-private events?
Yes. Depending on your group size and date, we can offer reserved areas, private spaces, rooftop events, or a full restaurant buyout.
Can the menu be customized?
Yes. We can help select appetizers, entrées, sides, desserts, and beverages that fit your event style, group, and budget.
Are vegetarian and gluten-friendly options available?
Yes. We offer vegetarian selections, and many of our smoked meats and sauces are gluten-free. Tell us about allergies and dietary needs in your inquiry so our team can guide you accurately.
Are bar packages available?
Yes. Options may include drink tickets, a hosted consumption bar, or packages featuring beer, wine, and mixed drinks.
Is audiovisual equipment available?
TV, projector, and audio access may be available depending on the reserved space and your event requirements.
Is Smokecraft close to public transportation?
Yes. We are at 1051 North Highland Street in Arlington, approximately one block from the Clarendon Metro station on the Orange and Silver lines.
How do I reserve my date?
Submit an event inquiry to receive availability and a custom proposal. Your event is officially reserved once the agreement and required deposit have been completed.
Let's Make It Unforgettable
Ready to Plan Your Event?
Tell us a little about your celebration, and our team will help you find the right space, menu, and experience.
Book Your EventQuestions? Email aread@smokecraftbbq.com or call (571) 312-8791.
Submitting an inquiry does not commit you to booking. It simply helps us check availability and create a custom proposal.