Are you in the mood for some slowed smoked meat smothered in sweet and savory barbecue sauce? Well, you’re in luck because Boston has plenty of traditional and unique barbecue restaurants that are sure to have something for you. Here are some of our top picks in the area that you’re going to want to try.
Shed’s Smoked BBQ
You can enjoy some authentic Texas barbecue when you choose to dine at Shed’s Smoked BBQ. They can cater your event with their selection of fine meats and tasty sauces, or if you prefer, you can host your event in their versatile event space that will accommodate parties and events of various sizes. Their seasonal menu will change, however, some of the items you may consistently enjoy include the smoked pulled pork sandwich, Texas hot links, St. Louis ribs, and much more.
Sweet Cheeks Q
All the meats used at Sweet Cheeks Q are sustainably sourced and all-natural. They’re goal is to provide each and every customer with a delicious meal that will make them want to come back again and again. For a single person, get a tray. It will include a single hot scoop and a single cold scoop, and white bread is available upon request. Scoop options include heritage breed pulled pork, buttermilk fried chicken, prime beef brisket, and natural pulled chicken, among others. There are also fat cheeks trays and big cheeks trays that will feed more people.
Tasty BBQ
Tasty BBQ is a family-owned establishment that offers tender, flavorful meat that’s smoked over hickory wood in one of two barbecue pits. These pits are cooking 24 hours a day to ensure only the best tasting meat comes out of them. Entrees you might like are the beef brisket or the buttermilk fried chicken. Each main course is served with one hot and one cold side, pickles, onions, and barbecue sauce, and you can add a biscuit for an additional charge. They also offer a variety of sandwiches, burgers, specialty items, and desserts.
Great BBQ
For something a little different, try Great BBQ. It’s a Chinese Siu Mei restaurant specializing in duck, pork, beef, lamb, and conjee. Sui Mei is a Cantonese name given for roasting meats over an open fire on a spit. Their selections of meat are flavored with a special Hong Kong secret recipe that you’re sure to love. From the menu, you can try the soy sauce chicken, roasted goose, or the lamb pot.
The Smoke Shop
World champion pitmaster, Andy Husbands, offers juicy, slow cooked meats at his restaurant, The Smoke Shop. You can get a plate that comes with a main course and two sides or a combo with either two or three meat options and sides. This place also offers over 200 American whiskey options to help wash down your delicious meal.
If you’re in the mood for barbecue, stop by one of these Boston restaurants and enjoy the unique flavors that each one has to offer. Try them all to find out which one you like the best.
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