Smoking Gringos

Smoking Gringos emerged in Blacktown under the direction of ex-Momofuku chef Richard Borg, a culinary operator who spent years building reputation through burger projects before pivoting to authentic Mexican slow-cooking.

This Blacktown restaurant sits near the station and serves birria tacos that arrive with rich consommé and legitimate credentials: hand-made tortillas, slow-cooked meat, house-made salsas prepared fresh daily. The operation also smokes wings in-house, finishing them fried before serving naked or tossed in buffalo or barbeque sauce.

While specific dog policies remain undocumented, the neighbourhood-focused, casual vibe suggests this is worth a call ahead if you're planning a pup-inclusive visit.