13 Best Southern Restaurants near Cambridge

The Smoke Shop BBQ - Harvard Square Barbecue • $$
8 Holyoke St, Cambridge

Customers` Favorites

Brisket Sausage and Pulled Pork Platter
The Smoke Shop BBQ's Hot Wings
Texas Toast with Garlic Butter
Nashville Hot Chicken Sliders
Texas-Style Brisket Plate
Pork Belly Burnt Ends
Fried Chicken Basket
Pulled Pork Sandwich
Kid's Brisket Plate
Burnt Ends Sandwich

“The food was incredible and everyone was super friendly. I’m glad we stopped in!“

4.4 Superb174 Reviews
The Smoke Shop BBQ - Seaport Southern • $$
343 Congress St, Boston - 3.47 miles

Customers` Favorites

Side of Fries with BBQ Pork Burnt Ends
The Smoke Shop Famous Party Wings
Brisket and Burnt Ends
Fried Chicken Sandwich
Pork Belly Burnt Ends
Kid's Brisket Plate
Burnt Ends Sandwich
Mac \u0026 Cheese
Pulled Chicken
The Corn Bread

“Loved the Texas brisket sandwich. Delicious. Nice atmosphere.“

4.4 Superb351 Reviews
Buttermilk & Bourbon Southern • $$
160 Commonwealth Ave, Boston - 2.22 miles

Customers` Favorites

Lemon Shandy Poached U-12 Peel \u0026 Eat Shrimp Cocktail
House Special Buttermilk Fried Chicken Thighs
Fried Chicken with Side of White BBQ Sauce
Signature Warm Honey Glazed Biscuits
Fresh Fried Beignets with Chocolate
Crispy Short Rib Boudin Croquettes
Buttermilk Fried Chicken Wings
Roasted Jalapeño Mac & Cheese
Nashville Hot Alligator Fries
2 Fried Chicken Sliders

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Absolutely delicious. The jalapeño grits were incredible — rich, flavorful, and perfectly balanced — and the specialty drinks were creative and expertly made. Every dish was thoughtful and satisfying. A must-visit for great food and drinks. 🍸✨“

4.2 Good818 Reviews
Bootleg Special Seafood • $$
400 Tremont St, Boston - 2.78 miles

Customers` Favorites

Strawberries and Cream Souffle Pancakes
Mama Sue's Big Bowl of Crabs
Garlic Noodles with Shrimp
Snow Crab Legs & Shrimp
Alaskan King Crab Legs
Crispy Chicken Wings
Truffle Beef Tataki
The Bootleg Special
Shrimp \u0026 Grits
Truffle Steak Tataki

“Had my first visit to Bootleg Special last night and it did not disappoint. Every aspect of the meal, from the creative drinks to the delicious appetizers to the fantastic main course was outstanding. Our server, Alex, was attentive and very pleasant. And last, but certainly not least, the beignets after dinner were spectacular. Looking forward to my next visit!“

4.3 Superb263 Reviews
Grace By Nia Southern • $$$
60 Seaport Blvd #325, Boston - 3.5 miles

Customers` Favorites

Sweet Heat Chicken Wings - Grilled
Piri Piri Shrimp & Unicorn Grits
Carrot Cake Chicken and Waffles
Carrot Cake Chicken & Waffles
Our Lobster Mac and Cheese
Fried Green Tomatoes - V
Chargrilled Oysters - GF
Smoked Deviled Eggs - GF
Bourbon Peach Spare Ribs
Maryland Hot Crab Dip

“Had one incredible night this past weekend The management and staff were amazing! A truly fantastic experience. Thank you!“

4.5 Superb426 Reviews
Loretta's Last Call Southern • $$
1 Lansdowne St, Boston - 1.98 miles

Customers` Favorites

Chicken & Waffles Dine in: Yes Outdoor seating: Yes Takeout: Yes
Griddle Corn Bread Jam Honey Butter
Serrano & Roasted Corn Hush Puppies
Hot Chicken with White Bread Pickles
Classic Macaroni and Cheese
Loretta's Fried Chicken
Cajun Fish Sandwich
Brisket Sandwich
Chicken Sandwich
Loretta's Burger

“Great music, great food and the perfect late night atmosphere!“

3.7 Good191 Reviews
Rosebud Bar & Kitchen American • $$
381 Summer St, Somerville - 1.55 miles

Customers` Favorites

Kerala Fried Chicken Sandwich
Keraka Fried Chicken & Waffle
Butter Chicken Pot Pie
Avocado Burrata Toast
Kashmiri Deviled Eggs
Country Croque Madame
Classic French Toast
Tandoori Steak Frites
Buffalo Chicken Dip
Chicken and Waffles

“This place was great!! Highly recommend! Awesome atmosphere!“

3.9 Good236 Reviews
Sweet Cheeks Q Barbecue • $$
1381 Boylston St, Boston - 2.1 miles

Customers` Favorites

Brisket Pulled Pork Beans Broccoli Cheese Salad
Buttermilk Fried Chicken Tender Tray
Bucket O' Biscuits 4 & Honey Butter
Biscuits with Honey Butter
Broccoli Cheese Casserole
Pint Biscuit Stuffing
Fried Green Tomatoes
Buttermilk Biscuits
BBO Chopped Brisket
Pulled Pork Sandwich

“We stopped in just before 5pm on a Saturday and thankfully we did because the place got busy quickly. There was plenty of staff working to handle the night. One of us ordered a 2 meat tray with brisket & pork belly. The chosen sides were basement potato salad and Mac & cheese. The other ordered a pulled pork tray. Sides were coleslaw and Mac & cheese. Both had sweet tea and shared a bucket of biscuits w honey butter. The best part was the pulled pork. It was wicked moist and flavorful. I feel the brisket was a bit dry, but there are 3 sauces on the side. We loved the biscuits with honey butter and the Mac & cheese was good. Our meal came to about $77, before tip. The staff are mostly efficient but our waiter could have been better. He didn't ask what we wanted to drink when he greeted us, he wasn't very personable in comparison to another waiter who gave very detailed descriptions of the specials when speaking to a table next to us. We asked for a sweet tea refill and didn't get it. Seemed sporadic, but not new. We'd go back though to try it again.“

4.1 Good188 Reviews
Hunter's Kitchen and Bar Soul Food • $$
110 Dorchester St, Boston - 4.19 miles

Customers` Favorites

Hot & Messy Fried Chicken Sandwich
Lambo's Shrimp & Crab Gumbo
Fried Chicken & Waffles
Honey Butter Cornbread
Fried Chicken Dinner
Corn Bread and Butter
Garlic BBQ Shrimp
Brisket Sliders
Brisket Sandwich
Popcorn Chicken

“foods awesome and the atmosphere was amazing“

4.1 Good286 Reviews
Park 54 Restaurant & Lounge Lounges • $$
81 Fairmount Ave, Hyde Park - 8.25 miles

Customers` Favorites

It Takes Two to Mango Cocktail
Shrimp Lobster Crab & Grits
Fried Lobster Mac & Cheese
Fried Whole Chicken Wings
Southern Corn Muffins
Oxtail w Mac & Cheese
Sautéed Green Beans
Macaroni and Cheese
Baked Mac N' Cheese
Chicken Wings Combo

“Yesterday was my first visit to this place and I fell in love with it! Love the vibe and the buffet brunch was so delicious! I will definitely be back!“

3.8 Good346 Reviews
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The MIX

The MIX Pet Friendly •
555 Talbot Ave, Boston - 6.47 miles

Customers` Favorites

Peach Cobbler Chicken-Waffles the Miranda
Catfish Collard Greens Mac N Cheese
Lemon Pepper Wings
Mac \u0026 Cheese
Cat Fish Nuggets
Lobster Sliders
Chicken Sliders
Shrimp and Grits
Hot Honey Wings
Salmon Sliders

“. Services was above and beyond. The food freshness, taste, quality, and presentation was totally amazing. Our server Desire the talanted mixologyist was very professional. The Friday after work crowd was very mix and chill. Last but least THE ONE AND ONLY DJ is born to do this. The transition between songs and the ability to move the energy as needed was a masterpiece“

3.8 Good98 Reviews
Savvor Restaurant and Lounge Soul Food • $$
180 Lincoln St, Boston - 3.07 miles

Customers` Favorites

Buffalo Wings and Fries
Bourbon Street Corn
Cauliflower Popcorn
Jerk Mac N Cheese
Sweet Plantains
Fish Tacos

“Very nice place and the owner is a fantastic person. Salute“

3.4 Good56 Reviews
Tasty BBQ Barbecue • $
417 Washington St, Boston - 2.68 miles

Customers` Favorites

Pulled Pork Pulled Chicken
BBQ Chopped Brisket
Fried Chicken Thigh
Sliced Brisket

“this is sooooo good, every bite of meat is soft and tender and the biscuits looked mediocre, but tasted perfect. They even thawed out the butter instead of giving me a frozen lump like 99% of restaurants. I will go out of my way to eat here again!“

3.3 Good41 Reviews

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