The Smoke Shop BBQ

25 Hampshire St, Cambridge
(617) 577-7427

Recent Reviews

Jemal Fowler

Great lunch menu for take out. Great

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: The Wings

Lucas Moreschi

Very good ! The food is great if you like to eat meat. Rally good.The sides are good but not a great variety of them.There aren’t any spicy side. And they don’t have any Tabasco or any other spicy sauce to order , that was a bit weird for me.The waiter was so kind and servicial . Very good.All was as expected , very good .

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 4

Eva Chen

The food is delicious, the waiter is very kind and handsome, and the beef ribs are delicious!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: The Wings, Fries

Stan Gloss

I do my own barbecue at home and I’m really fussy about where I get my barbecue. The smoke shop is legitimate awesome barbecue that rivals my home cooking. If you’re having an event work with CJ, she will take care of you and your guest. The team at the smoke shop makes you feel at home and you will not find a more knowledgeable staff if you enjoy final whiskeysVegetarian options: We had a vegetarian chicken that was amazing. He would’ve never known it was vegetarian.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: The Wings, Pulled Chicken, Brussels Sprouts, Mac & Cheese, The Cornbread, Salad

Jen Jen

Brisket is so tender, but the ribs are no comparison to my hometown, the famous Rudy BBQ in TX. It is not as tender, but not bad, though. Service is great :) Brussels sprouts are excellent. It's super delicious for someone who does not like this specific vegetable.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

josem138

I chose lemonade as a drink and it is very good. Probably because it has more sugar than normal but... it's still good.We ate two pit boss combos so we could choose meats. We repeat brisket, ribs and burnt ends. We ate three people for a total of approximately $80To my surprise, the burnt ends were the best, the sauce gives it a superb flavor. The ribs are very good and the brisket is just okay. It could have been more tender.As starters that come in the combo we ordered smashed potatoes, the two breads, the zucchini and the mc and cheese.The best for me were the breads and the smashed potatoes, although the Mc & cheese was not bad.I find the place highly recommended to go to. They have a huge variety of whiskeys to choose from, although I don't drink.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

Peter Blair

The beef ribs on Fri and Sat are the right move. Plus ask for red state sauce.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Brussels Sprouts, Fries

William Gonzalez

Amazing service, I went here with my boyfriend in my finest white coat. They were very accommodating and the place was very cozy. The waitress was such a queen, slaayyyyy. She was such a darling. At this store we had a great time, the food had great quantity and quality. The meat was amazzing!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Jenifer Murphy

The food was delicious. I would definitely go back again. Pork sandwiches were delicious as were the Buffalo ribs, which I'd get again.There was a good selection of alcoholic and non alcoholic beverages.I almost forgot to mention the Mac n cheese balls! They were amazing. Don't be afraid to order Mac and cheese here, it delivers!

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

Zoe Morosini

Not much food for the price, but a nice variety of options.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

Blake Gowen

Food and service are consistently great. Great atmosphere to kick back & enjoy conversation. I’ve had Deana as a server a couple times now - she’s fantastic & will take good care of you.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Love and Light

Can I give you guys a 10/5?! Everything was exceptional! ?This grilled meat restaurant provides an exceptional dining experience with deliciously tender and flavorful dishes. The quality of the meat and impressive taste appear to be standout features, creating a memorable culinary experience. This is a really good place for tourists to have an American style meal!Our waitress Daisy was the best!! So kind patient. She took time to explain the complete menu and gave us recommandation! You have to try Texas style brisket and the burnt end ?I will come back for sure! Keep up the good work! ☺️

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

shalian aponte

Meats are tasty [sides lack flavor consistently, except cornbread] and it is a good-looking place...The service...oh, the service. I come here bi-weekly to monthly [on average] and most of the people are lovely. There is ONE employee who must be a work in progress--whenever I see her at the Host stand, I instantly regret choosing The Smoke Shop for dinner. The most diplomatic remark I can offer is she seems to be recently released...I enter with a smile and "How are you" and she appears to be in need of a fix. She is never pleasant, hears an order accurately 50% of the time and I constantly feel as if I am impeding on her road to rehabilitation by being there. Again, other employees are very nice.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 4

Service: 3

Recommended dishes: Brisket Plate, Pork Belly Burnt Ends

diver1948

Yesterday was my first visit to The Smoke Shop. I got the Burnt Ends Sandwich and french fries. While the food was fine it was the bill that gave me a surprise. There was a 3%Kitchen Appreciation charge. This was over and above the tip. While the amount was small it is just another example of an employer passing on their responsibility to pay their employees to the customer. Shame on you.

Briana Pusateri

I used The Smoke Shop BBQ for my wedding this past September and their food was absolutely phenomenal! CJ and her staff were so warm, friendly and, accommodating. LOVED working with her throughout my entire wedding process. All the guests enjoyed their food and I've even gotten follow-up questions. Highly recommend CJ and her crew!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: The Corn Bread, Pit Boss Combo Brisket Pulled Pork Pulled Chicken, Sides, Mac

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