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Redbones Barbecue

BBQ Joint$$$$

Davis Square, Somerville

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Redbones Barbecue

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The barbecue at Redbones Barbecue is a can't miss
Has a stamp of approval from Boston.com and Serious Eats
"Ribs, corn fritters, hush puppies, sweet tea - it's all delicious"(11 Tips)
"If you have room, get the fried pickles and sweet potato pie!"(13 Tips)
"good...the barbecue belt"(4 Tips)
"Buffalo shrimp and corn fritters"(6 Tips)

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PaddyMarch 16, 2018
Love this place. Bit of nostalgia for me, bit of my obsession with BBQ & bit of my love for a large selection of beers. I always do brisket & it’s good here, likewise the beans & the house hot sauce.
MarcDecember 20, 2019
SouthernLiving.com: OG of BOS BBQ; hefty sampler BBQ Belt w/3 types of ribs + brisket &sausage; BB ribs sticky w/sweet glaze; dry rub STL ribs have overly-smoky pnch; house-smoked sausage is enjoyable
Niki BlakerFebruary 4, 2018
Fantastic draught list! In addition to beers, lots of great local ciders. Pulled pork dinner with dirty rice & baked beans was on point. Smoked sausage was spicy! Cornbread was amazing. Super casual.
George LeeMarch 23, 2015
I think I liked the cornbread the best. But the baby back ribs, sweet spicy sauce and mashed potatoes were good too. Alcohol makes things better too.
George WaltersAugust 8, 2022
Great Barbeque, soft and tasty corn bread, and real biscuits. Outdoor seating during warm months nowadays. Right off Davis Square. Top notch. Good beer selection too.
NicholasOctober 29, 2014
Bustling BBQ restaurant in the lovely Davis Square area. Takes some time to get to on the red line, but worth the effort if you're a fan of delicious meat and southern fare.
The Next Great Generation (Boston)January 20, 2012
Red Bones serves a special late-night menu until 12:30 a.m. and offers a hefty drink list, so it's is the perfect place to finish off the day. Try the Baby Back Ribs for a big helping of comfort food. Read more
Ross Flieger-AllisonFebruary 2, 2020
The fun vibe and the quality of meat are both great. Healthy food options are limited, but that’s probably not why you came to Redbones in the first place anyway :)
BU TodayJune 5, 2012
Beers, BBQ, and bikes. Have the valet park your bike for free and then enjoy the Southern back-home vibe that Redbones offers. Ribs, corn fritters, hush puppies, sweet tea - it's all delicious Read more
Jake SmithSeptember 17, 2011
The pulled pork sandwich here is probably the best in Boston, and the vinegar sauce (1 of 4) adds a tangy element to the experience. For sides, I'd go with the garlic mashed and the mac and cheese.
Leah RodriguezDecember 11, 2013
Been here 100+ times
They have vegan items now! And the menu has them clearly marked. Currently the beans and veggie burger are vegan. Hopefully they'll have more vegan options in the future!
Nick RoulleauDecember 23, 2015
try the barbecue belt (meal, listed in the ribs section of the menu) if you can't decide which type of barbecued meat to have. All are great
Brian ManningOctober 27, 2015
Been here 5+ times
While you can't go wrong with ribs, you especially can't go wrong with that beer list.
Linda SongJuly 6, 2015
The BBQ hash and pulled pork is melt in your mouth delicious. Pour that sweet sauce on em!
Moit LasMarch 11, 2016
You have to try the fried pickles and jalapenos appetizer and their house margaritas!
Monica VJanuary 21, 2012
Delicious food consistently - worth the wait.More Eco-friendly take out packaging would be appreciated. They should have floss in the bathrooms, but until they do, bring your own. You will thank me.
Damiano CerroneApril 8, 2017
Their BBQ it's authentic as much the place and their hospitality. Once in a life being in USA feels like real
Kirsten RourkeJune 7, 2014
If you're looking for good southern BBQ in New England, look no further. This place is an landmark. I've been eating here for 15 years and I'm a newbie.
Thomas OttMarch 8, 2014
This place has some great BBQ and big portions. I will come back the next time I'm in Boston.
Cintain 昆遊龍July 27, 2015
Delicious! Beef brisket is out of this world, and mashed potatoes are scrumptious.
TrevorSeptember 1, 2012
Get there early and try to be sited downstairs. Service was great on a busy Friday night. The ribs are fall off the bone. Be prepared to eat, it's a lot of food.
NicholasOctober 29, 2014
Bustling BBQ restaurant in the lovely Davis Square area. Take some time to get to on the red line, but generally worth the effort.
Boston PhoenixApril 22, 2012
Voted "Best BBQ" by @BostonPhoenix readers in 2012! Deciding between Arkansas, Texas beef, Memphis, St. Louis & baby back ribs is tough. So get the Barbecue Belt combo and a friend to help you finish. Read more
Adam DMay 25, 2013
Great brisket, ribs & sausage. Steer clear of the fried okra. And the sauce leaves something to be desired. But overall good BBQ for MA. Written by someone from Oklahoma.
Boston.comAugust 4, 2014
Barbecue and a phenomenal beer selection make a perfect pair at this Davis Square palace of pulled pork, ribs, and brisket. Read more
Alex DobyanNovember 1, 2014
BBQ is not what I'm here for - the great selection/price of beer (in liter steins!) on tap in the basement is what I'm here for.
Tracy SharpeJune 28, 2014
a small bbq place in somerville. the bbq is amazing and the ribs are addicting! i wish diners drive ins and dives would go here!
Cory O'BrienSeptember 10, 2012
Great meats, great beer selection, and you can start it off with an order of fried pickles (not on the menu; order it with jalapenos).
Proxy ApparelMarch 26, 2012
Get the buffalo shrimp (or ask for buffalo scallops, which aren't on the menu). Then, if you're feeling lucky, spin the beer wheel to try a new brew.
Alwyn VelasquezApril 30, 2012
Try the The Barbecue Belt With Potato Salad And Dirty Rice - A medley of succulent meat that melts in your mouth, tart potato salad and hearty and delectable dirty rice.
Four TrianglesFebruary 9, 2016
Corn bread, and any BBQ meat is great! The beer selection is also incredibly vast, with many craft beers.
JB SegalApril 10, 2015
Been here 10+ times
The corn pudding has been nuked from the menu for some reason, as has the Any 3 combo, and a couple of other things. I am sad and unimpressed.
Jon AApril 3, 2011
Been here 10+ times
If you're somewho likes hot food: get the Jamaican jerk sandwich or slider, chips and atomic relish. (if you do the slider, it's all under $10 if you do the slider) but beware....it's HOT
David CarrNovember 11, 2015
Been here 10+ times
Great BBQ, suds and staff. Get the sampler platter - a little of everything and two sides.
JasonAugust 12, 2014
Ribs are amazing! My girlfriend loves the pulled pork. Not too expensive, and a pretty good beer selection!
Frank McSorleyMarch 13, 2014
Been here 25+ times
Sit at the bar and try the Sausage with a Slumbrew beer!
Steph KatrinaFebruary 21, 2016
You can smell the smoker in the mornings from the street. The atmosphere is super kitschy but it's a fun joint
Gregory FosterMay 18, 2017
The burger and daily special were delicious. The underground area was particularly cool to sit in.
Donald WashingtonAugust 20, 2012
Get a seat by the kitchen and you can see the meat being cooked. Come here at lunchtime and you get a heaping of meat. #epicstuff
Irene BrittMay 12, 2019
Great St. Louis ribs, baby back, chicken and waffles! The downstairs is the best!
Abby LJuly 8, 2015
Everything was delicious, but I recommend the pulled pork, mac and cheese, and fried okra.
Dana VillmoreMarch 12, 2013
Tasty diabetic coma tea!! Buffalo shrimp and corn fritters were fantastic. Pulled pork was also quite good. :)
Jeremy KrantzAugust 27, 2014
Been here 10+ times
Great BBQ and craft beer. Try their fried pickles!
Christian PolidoroApril 28, 2019
Collared greens are dynamite. Order some then spin the wheel.
Thryll.comJanuary 12, 2012
Oh we here at Thryll love us some Redbones! Always the spot for some amazing BBQ. Usually perfect post Warren Miller Screenings at nearby Somerville Theater! Yum!
ThryllJanuary 13, 2012
Oh we here at Thryll love us some Redbones! Always the spot for some amazing BBQ. Usually perfect post Warren Miller Screenings at nearby Somerville Theater! Yum!
Stefano CastellariAugust 13, 2013
One of my fav restaurant in the world. If you come to Boston you can't miss this jewel! Their ribs are still on my mind... mmh...
Daniel NazarFebruary 25, 2012
Been here 25+ times
Get the lunch combo! It's enough ribs to feed two hungry construction workers, plus sides. Most bang for your buck in the neighborhood!
Serious EatsAugust 5, 2013
Overflowing portions of pan-regional barbecue and a wide variety of beers at this honky-tonk Somerville joint.
tammy r.January 18, 2013
One of the few places in the area featuring beef ribs. So good! And try the corn pudding.

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