Born in a Backyard. Built for the Streets.

Five years ago Marcus Torres bought a used offset smoker and a bag of oak wood. Durango has never been the same.

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Durango, CO — Since 2019

Our Story

Marcus Torres spent 12 years in restaurant kitchens before burning out on corporate food service. In 2019 he bought a rusted offset smoker at an estate sale and started experimenting in his backyard on Animas Mountain Trail. Neighbors started lining up. Then their neighbors.

Six months later, Marcus had a truck, a logo, and a spot at the Durango Farmers Market. He sold out his first Saturday in 90 minutes. He hasn't had a slow market day since. The menu grew from brisket and pulled pork to tacos, seasonal specials, and a catering operation that books 3-4 events per week.

I didn't set out to start a business. I just couldn't stop cooking.

— Marcus Torres, Founder
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Marcus Torres, founder of Rollin' Smoke Kitchen, smiling in front of the truck
Marcus Torres

Marcus Torres

Founder & Pit Master

Training & Certifications

  • ServSafe Certified
  • KCBS Competition BBQ Judge
  • Colorado Mobile Food Vendor Licensed
  • Catering Liability Insured

The smoker doesn't lie. You can't fake 12 hours. Either you put in the time or you don't. That applies to the food and to the people making it.

What We Stand For

Three commitments we make every time we fire up the truck.

No Shortcuts

We'd rather sell out than serve food that isn't ready. Our smoker runs 18+ hours because good BBQ earns every minute of it.

Real Ingredients

No pre-made sauces, no powder seasonings, no frozen shortcuts. If we can't source it fresh, it doesn't make the menu.

Community First

We're a Durango business through and through. We source locally when possible and show up to community events because this town made us.

Come Find Us This Weekend.

Saturdays at the Durango Farmers Market. Fridays at the Night Market. Follow us on Instagram for exact times and the week's specials.

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