Redbones BBQ

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55 Chester St (at Off Elm St. in Somerville, Outside Harvard Square)
Somerville, MA 02144

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(617) 628-2200
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Redbones BBQ - Somerville, MA
Redbones BBQ - Somerville, MA
Redbones BBQ - Somerville, MA
Redbones BBQ - Somerville, MA
Redbones BBQ - Somerville, MA
Redbones BBQ - Somerville, MA
Redbones BBQ - Somerville, MA
Redbones BBQ - Somerville, MA
Redbones BBQ - Somerville, MA
Redbones BBQ - Somerville, MA
Redbones BBQ - Somerville, MA
Redbones BBQ - Somerville, MA
Redbones BBQ - Somerville, MA
Redbones BBQ - Somerville, MA
Redbones BBQ - Somerville, MA
Redbones BBQ - Somerville, MA
Redbones BBQ - Somerville, MA
Redbones BBQ - Somerville, MA
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Best

The decor is like an old barroom, crowded closely spaced tables, but the service is fast and very friendly. But it's the FOOD that keeps me coming ...

Worst

After hearing how great this place was for several years, finally had to belly up. The ambience is all about comfort but the food is anything but. An appetizer medley came out a...

Editorial review from Citysearch 8/28/2015

Redbones is a hippie quaint authentic southern fried delight! On a recent Friday evening, we were seated in less than 3 minutes. But: you could wait one hour or more to enjoy this Somerville treat on any given weekend night. Call ahead to RSVP. Try one of the authentic southern appetizers to start your meal: the fried okra is awesome more

Boston area's best overall BBQ 6/3/2013

dickcaro Provided by Partner
The decor is like an old barroom, crowded closely spaced tables, but the service is fast and very friendly. But it's the FOOD that keeps me coming ... more

Boston area's best overall BBQ 6/2/2013

The decor is like an old barroom, crowded closely spaced tables, but the service is fast and very friendly.... more

Editorial review from Citysearch 9/5/2012

get in early and then hit johnny D's for some awsome blues. cause you aint needin anything else after fasting on the best BBQ this side of the M/D line more

Editorial review from Citysearch 7/31/2012

Absolutely the best around. You don't stay in business this long if you are not good at what you do. more

The Best!!!!!!! 5/27/2011

I moved away from the Boston area a few years ago. The only restaurant I have not been able to duplicate in my new home (or get out of my mind)... is Redbones. RB does BBQ right. Arkansas and Baby Back!!!!! I miss you Redbones!! more

$50 gift certificate to Redbones? Hell yeah!!! 11/11/2010

Redbones is awesome. By far and away the best BBQ place in the area. Wanted to share this gift cert I found. All you need to do is 'Like' them on Facebook and then tell them your favorite BBQ place. Check it out: www.bit.ly/b88EOJ How great is that?!?! more

Finger Lickin' Good! 7/15/2010

Redbones ribs are out of this world. Have tried all different styles and choice really depends on mood, but... more

Finger Lickin' Good! 7/15/2010

Redbones ribs are out of this world. Have tried all different styles and choice really depends on mood, but... more

Finger Lickin' Good! 7/15/2010

cmb_bmc Provided by Partner
Redbones ribs are out of this world. Have tried all different styles and choice really depends on mood, but most recently had the baby backs with ... more

RedBones - the side dishes are the best 5/23/2010

Seeing as there's 72 reviews already up here, it's not as though we NEED another one... but I just wanted to say that I was there last night and the service was impeccable. Friendly, courteous, and timely. Had the chicken sandwich - hit the spot perfectly at 11:45. But the best thing about RedBones are the sides. Last night my meal came with mashed potatoes and black beans... amazing. Another side dish to try is the collard greens. Pros: Great service, solid beer menu Cons: can't think of any, except that sometimes its pretty crowded more

Good BBQ 5/13/2010

Redbones is a fun place. Head down to Underbones for a more college age crowd. The food is decent, but I'd recommend the ribs. Good beer and music...what more could you ask for? more

BBQ in boston 4/28/2010

Their food is good. Their brisket was not my favorite however their ribs and quality beer selection make up for it. Pulled pork is good and the atmosphere make it a good experience more

Am I a ""Regular"" Yet? 4/26/2010

I think my boyfriend is still pretty miffed that I waited almost a solid year of him living in Medford before the words, ""You know where we should go? ...Redbones"" came tumbling out of my mouth. A solid twelve months of Regina's at Station Landing, the J Tree in Davis, and all our usual downtown spots for lunch or dinner...and I had never so much as thought to bring my favorite scruffy hippy to what he would later deem ""Heaven"". I'm a touch of a beer snob, and so is he. I also tend to spend the bulk of my negligible income on important things like rent, vodka, flip flops and premium cable. So it is no wonder why I absolutely LOVE me some Redbones. The beer list is extensive and always changing. The fact that the staff can keep up with the various brews and be able to help you find one--and then find it themselves on the tap tower despite all the taps being unlabeled, carved wood--is mind blowing. And then, of course, there's the food. The cheap, delicious, most comforting of comfort foods. The pulled pork sandwich makes me happy I stopped the whole ""I don't eat pigs cause they're as smart as dogs"" tangent I went on for a year or so. Brain capacity aside, dear Piggy, you are effing delicious when slow cooked. I also highly, highly recommend the mac and cheese (my boyfriend said he wanted to ""put it down his pants"". That's a good thing. I swear), the RIBS, the hush puppies, the fried pickles, the buffalo scallops, the BBQ hash... I could continue, but you get the point. You could drunkenly throw a dart at this menu to choose and would probably love what you got. And finally, must give a particular nod to the staff. I worked service industry for so long that I feel I must acknowledge when people go above and beyond to be accommodating, interested and funny. This has consistently been the case every time at Redbones. See ya next Saturday. Pros: Awesome staff, cheap and delicious food Cons: Crowded on Saturday afternoons--my fav time to go more

Nice Restaurant 4/18/2010

On my qst visit to boston i tried a few other restaurants....and then i tried this one... was gr8 Pros: Great 1st Impression more

Awesome BBQ and great catereing 2/18/2010

Redbones is awesome! I love the pulled pork and their BBQ sauce is great. The prices are good and you get lots of food. I been to events they have catered and they did a great job. They bring the smokers and everything. more

Redbones is my favorite! 9/11/2009

I LOVE Redbones! The pulled pork there is amazing! Not to mention the cornbread. The art downstairs is awesome too. And they deliver! Definitely worth checking out. more

Best in boston 8/6/2009

Best ribs in Boston by far. I've tried all the "best" places and this place definitely wins! Parking is a hassle but it is well worth it. Also great for take out... more

The Best BBQ in Boston! 6/18/2009

I was first introduced to Redbones in the spring of 2007 even though I've been a resident since 2003. I have never been disappointed! the pulled pork is amazing and i've tried almost all the rib types and you can't go wrong. I like how they will gladly bring you all 4 types of sauce from sweet to Crying your eyes out HOT!!! i wasnt a huge fan of the Hush Puppies (fried cornbread) but thats just a personal thing. They have a great drink menu too. The only thing I was disappointed with was the bloody mary. all the other drinks are fabulous! they have a lengthy beer menu as well. the portions are huge and its hard to decide on just one. I highly recommend doing it family style if you like the people you're with! that way you can sample a little bit of everything. more

BBQ food 1/13/2009

If you love BBQ food this is the place for you. They serve huge portions, meat and more meat. Love it!! Staff are friendly and the service are good. Awesome place to eat. more
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  • A selection of BBQ, ribs and craft beer located in Davis Square, Somerville. Just off the Red Line close to Harvard and Tufts. Try our bbq if you are visiting Boston, Cambridge or the Somerville area.

Editorial
  • In Davis Square, the spicy tradition of Cajun Louisiana collides with the Southern home-cooking of Arkansas and the twangy strut of Texas--seasoned with a healthy dose of Delta blues. It's the kind...

  • 7/15/2007 Provided by Citysearch
Additional information
  • Hours: Hours: 11:30am - 12:30am daily ? Noon on Sunday Sunday and Monday Nights: Late night menu starts at 10pm | Kitchen closes at 11pm | Restaurant closes at 11pm
  • Payments: Master Card, Discover, Visa, American Express
  • Neighborhoods: Davis Square
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