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<\/p>\n“During this difficult time, our incredible team will continue to keep Smoke\u2019N Ash open and serve our community while our family takes time to grieve.”<\/p>\n
ARLINGTON, Texas \u2014 A renowned family-owned North Texas barbecue favorite is mourning the loss of their co-owner and pitmaster \u2014 who was also a beloved husband and father. Smoke’N Ash BBQ opened in 2018 by Patrick and Fasicka Hicks.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Smoke’N Ash BBQ Tex-Ethiopian Smokehouse announced the passing of Patrick Hicks on Tuesday, Oct. 6.\u00a0<\/p>\n
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“Patrick poured his heart into his family, his food, and the community we built together. His love, strength, and legacy will forever be a part of Smoke\u2019N Ash,” the business said in the announcement on social media. “During this difficult time, our incredible team will continue to keep Smoke\u2019N Ash open and serve our community while our family takes time to grieve.”<\/p>\n
The business was named on of the best restaurants in 2022 by the New York Times<\/a>, was named to the was named a Michelin recommended restaurant when the inaugural Texas Michelin guide was released in 2024<\/a>, and got the spotlight on Food Network show Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives in 2025.\u00a0<\/p>\n