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Located at Assembly Row, this is the third location featuring barbecue by Chef Andy Husbands. If you’re looking for a place to go with a group of friends, I highly recommend it and they also accept reservations.

The standalone building boasts floor to ceiling windows allowing a lot of natural light into the area. Large screen televisions are spread throughout the restaurant so you don’t miss those important plays.

The friendly and very informative staff can suggest certain must have accompaniments to go with your meat choices. If you’re looking for something a little lighter, they also have catfish and even offer tofu on the menu.

The pit crew plate comes with a choice of two meats and two sides or you can get the pit boss, a choice of three meats and three sides. The hot links are spicy, moist and have a great “snap” when biting into it. The pimento cheese helps cut some of the heat and adds another dimension of flavor. The brisket is juicy, perfectly smoked and easily pulls apart with a fork. The smoked turkey breast is packed with flavor and is tender and moist. The burnt ends are crispy and tender with a hint of saltiness that goes perfectly with the sweet vinegar sauce.

Be sure to sample all three sauces, it’s hard to pick just one! As far as sides go, the pit beans with chunks of pork and the collards with bacon are fantastic. And if you haven’t splurged enough, try the Vidalia Onion mashed potatoes with smoked brisket drippings.

To wash it all down, check out the rotating draft beer list and the many, many choices of bourbons and specialty cocktails. Check the menu board for running specials on different days of the week.

See the website for more information for large groups and the catering menu. One last thing I must mention, for large groups of 10-14, you can order either a full brisket or even a whole hog that comes with all of the sides with made ahead reservations.

The Smoke Shop
325 Assembly Row
Somerville, MA 02145
617-623-7427

Sun.-Wed. 11am-12am
Thurs.-Sat. 11am-1am

Starters: $3-$18
Plates & Combos: $19-$32
Sandwiches & Baskets: $9-$22
Sides: $3-$6
Desserts: $5-$12

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