
April 6, 2026
🔥 Business Spotlight: Sugar & Smoke 🔥
📍 1258 W. Washington St, Pittsfield, IL
This week we’re highlighting Sugar & Smoke, a locally loved restaurant that opened its sit-down location in 2023. Owned by Leah Wilke and Robin Brummell, this business is built on friendship, passion, and a shared love for great food and community.
Leah and Robin have been friends since junior high and combined their talents to bring something special to Pittsfield. Robin previously owned the food truck Ambrosia Goods, and Leah is also the owner of Layla Bug Boutique, which is connected to the restaurant — creating a unique and welcoming space for guests.
🍖 What They Offer
Sugar & Smoke is a full-service restaurant with:
• Indoor dining and an outdoor patio
• Carryout and delivery (Wednesday–Friday lunch)
• Catering services
Their menu features smoked meats, burgers, barbecue, desserts, and take-and-bake meals — all made with care and flavor in mind.
Customer favorites include:
• Mouthwatering ribs (Friday & Saturday nights)
• The specialty Reuben sandwich
• Their signature house-made BBQ sauce
• Homemade bread pudding for dessert
🍽️ What Makes Them Special
Sugar & Smoke is known for generous portions, consistently delicious food, and friendly service. With a team of 30 part-time and 2 full-time employees, they’ve created a place where customers feel welcomed and well taken care of.
Their mission is simple — serve amazing food with a smile and make sure no one leaves hungry!
🕐 Hours of Operation
• Wednesday – Saturday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
📞 Contact & Location
📍 1258 W. Washington St, Pittsfield, IL
🤝 As a locally owned, women-led business, Sugar & Smoke brings jobs, energy, and a great dining experience to Pittsfield while supporting other local ventures and creating a gathering place for friends and families.
🤝 How You Can Support Them
• Stop in for lunch or dinner
• Try their weekend ribs or signature Reuben
• Order catering for your next event
• Share your experience and invite friends
📣 Sugar & Smoke — where great food, friendship, and community come together!
📍 1258 W. Washington St, Pittsfield, IL
This week we’re highlighting Sugar & Smoke, a locally loved restaurant that opened its sit-down location in 2023. Owned by Leah Wilke and Robin Brummell, this business is built on friendship, passion, and a shared love for great food and community.
Leah and Robin have been friends since junior high and combined their talents to bring something special to Pittsfield. Robin previously owned the food truck Ambrosia Goods, and Leah is also the owner of Layla Bug Boutique, which is connected to the restaurant — creating a unique and welcoming space for guests.
🍖 What They Offer
Sugar & Smoke is a full-service restaurant with:
• Indoor dining and an outdoor patio
• Carryout and delivery (Wednesday–Friday lunch)
• Catering services
Their menu features smoked meats, burgers, barbecue, desserts, and take-and-bake meals — all made with care and flavor in mind.
Customer favorites include:
• Mouthwatering ribs (Friday & Saturday nights)
• The specialty Reuben sandwich
• Their signature house-made BBQ sauce
• Homemade bread pudding for dessert
🍽️ What Makes Them Special
Sugar & Smoke is known for generous portions, consistently delicious food, and friendly service. With a team of 30 part-time and 2 full-time employees, they’ve created a place where customers feel welcomed and well taken care of.
Their mission is simple — serve amazing food with a smile and make sure no one leaves hungry!
🕐 Hours of Operation
• Wednesday – Saturday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
📞 Contact & Location
📍 1258 W. Washington St, Pittsfield, IL
🤝 As a locally owned, women-led business, Sugar & Smoke brings jobs, energy, and a great dining experience to Pittsfield while supporting other local ventures and creating a gathering place for friends and families.
🤝 How You Can Support Them
• Stop in for lunch or dinner
• Try their weekend ribs or signature Reuben
• Order catering for your next event
• Share your experience and invite friends
📣 Sugar & Smoke — where great food, friendship, and community come together!
