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From Shooting Range To Steakhouse, Smokin’ Gun Reopens At JA Sports & Shooting Club

It evolves an iconic and much-loved brand into a fire-led restaurant where smoke shapes the menu.

by Deeplata Garde
From Shooting Range To Steakhouse, Smokin’ Gun Reopens At JA Sports & Shooting Club

The shooting range just found a serious dinner companion. Smokin’ Gun, an iconic and much-loved brand, is back in an entirely new avatar at JA Sports & Shooting Club, and this time smoke is the star of the show. Steel, fire and steak are all sharing one table.

Where The Range Meets The Fire

Smoke here is not just for the ‘gram. It shapes the menu itself, adding depth and character to every dish. From the butcher’s counter and live-fire grill to smoky cocktails and tableside finishes, everything is designed to mix precision and craft with warmth and a sense of occasion.

The restaurant works as a natural extension of a day at the range, but it is also a destination in its own right. Think of it as immersive eatertainment, where the thrill of the range meets fire, smoke and steel. It joins JA The Resort, home to JA Palm Tree Court, JA Beach Hotel and JA Lake View Hotel, along with a private beach, a nine-hole golf course and equestrian experiences.

Theatre Without The Stiff Upper Lip

Service is confident, energetic and guest-aware. The butcher and grill team take centre stage, while tableside preparation, steak presentations and carefully controlled bursts of flame and smoke bring drama to the dining room. The idea is simple: the show happens around you, and it never feels formal or intimidating.

Planning a celebration or a corporate dinner? A dedicated private dining area offers a more discreet setting for groups.

Chef Lourdes Machado Runs The Fire

Head Chef Lourdes Machado leads the culinary direction. With a background across steakhouses and international hospitality, she oversees menu development, kitchen operations and team training. Her job is to make sure the fire-led concept lands with consistency and precision, plate after plate.

A Bar With A Front-Row View

The bar is a destination too. Guests get a front-row seat as drinks are flamed, smoked and finished with drama. Signature cocktails are led by the Smokin’ AK Old Fashioned, backed by premium spirits and beers. There is also a handcrafted range of zero-alcohol cocktails, and wines from around the world chosen to complement the different cuts.

Also Read: Saudi Arabia: Smoking At Eateries Can Now Get You Fined For Up To SAR5,000!

Plan Your Visit

Coffee, tea, beverages and pastries are served from 10am, which makes it an easy stop before or after the range. Lunch runs from 12pm to 5pm, with steak sandwiches, burgers and selected grill cuts. Dinner follows from 5pm to 11pm.

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FAQs

Does Smokin' Gun have private dining?

Yes. A dedicated private dining area offers a more discreet setting for celebrations, group dining and corporate occasions.

Who is the head chef at Smokin' Gun?

Lourdes Machado is the Head Chef and leads the restaurant's culinary direction.

Deeplata Garde | Senior Content Writer

Deeplata Garde is a Senior Content Writer with 8 years of experience crafting stories on food, travel, sports and pop culture. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Mass Media from the University Of Mumbai and has spent her career turning everyday moments into narratives readers can't scroll past. Powered by black coffee, dark chocolate & a concerning number of open tabs, she spends her non-working hours chasing sunsets, recommending restaurants & reading in a quiet corner.

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First Published: November 15, 2026 9:49 PM