If this place was in Memphis or North Carolina it might get a 4, but in Sturbridge Mass it's a 5 all the way. The brisket was ridiculous. read more

Well, stopped back again recently. The first visit was a two meat platter of ribs and brisket. Brisket was moist , tender, excellent... maybe a bit greasy but in a good way. Ribs very beefy and excellent. Mac and cheese needed stronger multi cheese blend, maybe a few toasted breadcrumbs on top ? Cucumber salad needed a pinch of sugar to sweeten up the vinegar . Corn bread ok , needs more flavor with real corn mixed in, lose the paper wrappers and bake in pans directly ... or change to a biscuit with honey butter . The owner was working the line first visit and things moving. Second visit : same points mentioned above, but this time smaller quantity of brisket and drier? The ribs smaller and drier ? 2 different food prep guys this time and noticed difference from visit day before? I did try one smoked wing this visit and wing wax excellent smoke tender wing. I think k things improved since the Worcester location closed? It still can be excellent food one time and an average or worse the next visit... inconsistent When the Brisket is on ... it is great stuff When it is off... dry underwhelming... They should make a brisket or burnt end hash as option ... Redbones bbq in Boston used to do a brisket hash that was excellent and unique . read more

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Good lil spot. Limited parking in lot, but there is additional parking in the baseball field lot. Seating size friendly. Seating is indoor and outdoor. They also have a bathroom 6 choices of sauces to choose from. Which is a nice variety. I like the sweet one and the house sauce. Price isn't bad honestly. For the $21 platter, you get two fixin's, one meat, and corn bread. Decent amount of food for sure. Good quality. Smoked chicken was good, the sexy grits were good, would've loved to add some cheese! The slaw...heavy on the vinegar, corn bread not too sweet, not too crumbly. Also tried the bread pudding, jam packed with stuff, not too sweet. Signs all along the walls, hand written menu. You can see them cooking in front of you, or cutting the meat at least. The take out trays, bags, and utensils are all eco friendly, which we love to see. They have both fountain and canned drinks. Would go back to try something else! read more

B.T.'s Smokehouse - Barbeque Near Me - Sturbridge, Massachusetts

Had some local BBQ while in Sturbridge MA. The meats tasted smoky just like you want it. The brisket was more fatty than I like but that is why it tasted so good. The sides were all a bit too vinegar flavored for our liking. Enjoyed the house BBQ sauce mixed with the sweet BBQ sauce. Food came out pretty quick and we had a nice booth to eat inside. They are BYOB so we brought some Hard Cider at the liquor store near by which paired perfectly. Definitely worth a stop. read more

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Second time I've been there in Sturbridge and the food is amazing for barbecue the real deal. Honestly, my favorite was the beef brisket. I could've just eaten a bucket of those alone...the way they make it is just perfect and tender. My favorite side was collard greens delicious delicious delicious. I would just come back here for those two things and be a happy camper for life. read more

B.T.'s Smokehouse - Barbeque Near Me - Sturbridge, Massachusetts

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Still my favorite smokehouse. Everything was perfect. ,Everyone that I brought to B. T. Smokehouse loved it.

This place was absolutely buzzing when I got in around 2:30 on a Saturday. Their regular lot was full and the overflow behind was almost completely full as well. Cute little place for sure. The line moved fast and the person at the cash register was very nice and personable despite how insanely busy they were. I ordered the single meat platter - brisket, mac n cheese, fries, and cornbread with an extra cornbread and an RC fountain drink. It was about $28 all together with a tip which isn't bad by any means and you get a decent amount of food. I asked what they use for wood and they said cherry and hickory which sounded interesting as a combo. I'm not thoroughly against cherry, but it threw me off since everyone and their mama was saying this was southern bbq. Back home, we use a lot of oak and pecan as well so it surprised me, but nothing too crazy. Cornbread was good. The Mac n cheese wasn't my favorite, but still good. I'm not as much of a white cheese girl on my Mac unless you add some Gouda but it was still solid. Fries were really yummy, but I do wish they had regular ketchup. They had a house ketchup, but it doesn't go with the fries. Those things deserve a nice salt sprinkle and a trip the Heinzville because they would earnestly slap like a mf. Now, to the big show - the brisket. It was good. It was very tender, came out piping hot, and the fat was rendered pretty well. I was hoping for a more prominent smoke ring and a Smokey flavor. It's weird because you can see them in the damn smoker, but you could have told me you had it in an oven and I wouldn't have believed you a bit. I really wanted more from this brisket. This place is good. Not amazing, not great but good. The people are really nice, but I wouldn't drive an hour again for this place. A few people say this was hitting top 5 in Massachusetts for bbq and I worry about the other 4 and also peoples tastebuds. Don't get me wrong, it's good. If I were in the area? Sure, but it's not do a little dance while eating good. read more

B.T.'s Smokehouse - Brisket - Barbeque Near Me - Sturbridge, Massachusetts

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Lunch visit, first in over a year. Friendly over/the-counter ordering and they call your name when it's ready. Seating at tables, a few booths, and a few stools. Food emerging from the kitchen looked good. -- Spare Ribs (on a 3-meat combo): Outstanding in every aspect, including size, crust, rub, color, freshness, juiciness, smokiness, tenderness, and all around flavor. Among the best I've had. Elite. -- Spare Ribs (1/4 rack): Cut from the short end and barely lukewarm, these had less moisture and less pop than the first round. Above average. -- Brisket: Somewhat crusty, somewhat moist, somewhat tender, but rigid too, with some dry spots and some blobs of fat. The bark had great flavor, and not too salty (which can sometimes happen here), but too many minor flaws to be considered elite. Above average. -- Pulled Pork: Tender, gray, slightly moist and lightly smoky but light on flavor overall. Around average. -- Fried Chicken Thigh: Very crunchy, tender, and very tasty, with salt noticeable but not overdone. Solid. Only lukewarm though, as if it were the first item put on the tray and the rest took a while. A hot piece might've been elite. -- Wings: Good size, minor smoke, with lightly crisp skin and interiors moist but not juicy. Good flavor in the barbecue sauce. Above average. -- Sides: Fries and coleslaw both very tasty. The crisp, vinegary coleslaw was very good and a great complement to the meats. The fries had a similar lukewarm outcome as the chicken, only more certain: we watched them sit a while on the tray waiting for the rest of the order to join them. Good barbecue that could/should have been great, with that one rib batch for the ages but the rest of the meats somewhere between pretty good and good. read more

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Holy crap this place is worth all the hype!! Stopped after brimfield and waited what felt like an hour but the BBQ was worth it!! The staff knows their stuff and gets you in and out of line quick! A nice place to cool off and munch on meats and sides! Would love to go back next time I'm out there!! read more

Food is very good and it's close to Texas bbq but it has some inconsistency which you don't want to find on brisket. It's not fair to compare that way because they have things on their menu that I'm not used to & some are very good like the chicken but I'm leaving these reviews for die hards or my transplants who want to try authentic bbq. read more

B.T.'s Smokehouse - brisket, smoke chicken, pork ribs, grits, cucumber salad (away) & pulled pork, fried chicken, brisket, potato salad, Cole slaw. - Barbeque Near Me - Sturbridge, Massachusetts

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Awesome barbecue! You'd swear you were in the heart of barbecue country. I've had the ribs and the brisket.

OMG!! Incredible is an understatement. I don't know much about bbq, but I do know this is the BEST place to get it in MA, if not all of New England! I live about an hour away and it was absolutely worth the drive! Since this is a BYOB joint, my husband and I went to the Treehouse Brewery down the street and picked up some drinks to have with our lunch. We shared a "three meat" platter (brisket, pulled pork & smoked chicken) with coleslaw and mac & cheese. The meats are so tender that you don't even need teeth to eat them. The flavor of the meat was amazing on its own, but there are multiple sauces at every table that you can add to elevate it even more! I was surprised at how much I enjoyed the smoked chicken as I wasn't expecting it to be as delicious as it was for "just chicken." And the mac & cheese!! It was so creamy and dreamy, I wanted to eat a whole bucket of it! The coleslaw had its own unique (mild) flavor that I never tasted before, but it was good/refreshing. Next time I will definitely be getting more mac & cheese. Everyone should try this place at least once, I highly doubt you will be disappointed! :) read more

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It is off the turnpike on the way to bc. It is well worth the diversion to reach it. There is plenty of parking which is key. It is one of the best bbq restaurants I have been to. They have their own smokers. It has to say it in the name or you don't know what you are going to get. There was a half hour wait. I suppose that is expected on at rush hour. They have 6 different types of home-made barbecue sauces. My favorite was meat heat. I had the brisket ruben. It was triple layers with at least a pound of brisket, cheese, Cole slaw and sauce. I added some picked jalapeño to make it hot. It was so large, I took half home for tomorrow dinner. I would return. read more

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Everything was tasty and filling. Was lucky to find seating on a busy Saturday afternoon. They're ok with you bringing your own beverages. read more

B.T.'s Smokehouse - Combo of 2. Brisket, Ribs, Collards & Dirty Rice - Barbeque Near Me - Sturbridge, Massachusetts

Top 10 in New England is what we heard... but I'm not so sure about that. Pretty disappointed by the quality we experienced today. Ribs weren't even close to falling off the bone and were overdone and tough. Nothing was melt in your mouth or juicy. Brisket didn't have a good flavor, and the mac and cheese was just weird. The chicken drumsticks were the best thing on the platter. Taking home and hoping we can repurpose it into something better so it isn't a total waste. read more

B.T.'s Smokehouse - Pig Trip Platter - Barbeque Near Me - Sturbridge, Massachusetts

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Stopped by after the Brimfield flea and so glad I did! The inside was super cool with some seats but more outside if the weather is nice. I went with the two meat platter: ribs and brisket and bbq black beans and mac and cheese as my fixings. The portions were huge and the food was so flavorful. It was my first time trying the bbq black beans and I would order them again. Overall the food was good and at a great price point. Heads up, they announce how long the wait is for food depending on how busy it gets. It's also BYOB read more

B.T.'s Smokehouse - Barbeque Near Me - Sturbridge, Massachusetts

AMAZING!! Best bbq in the area. Anytime I'm in the area it's a must go to! So yummy! 5 stars!

Finger-licking good--literally. The brisket and pulled pork were unreal, and the collard greens and mac & cheese were straight comfort food perfection. The brisket was my absolute favorite--so tender, juicy, and packed with flavor. When we arrived, the place was full, which honestly had me betting big that the food would live up to the hype--and it absolutely did. Even the other customers were friendly, and the staff was just as welcoming. My fiancé and I shared the two-meat platter, and thank goodness we did--it was more than enough food. We were stuffed and still had leftovers (which I'm very much looking forward to eating again). If we ever pass through this way again, I'll definitely be making him stop here. Can't wait to come back! read more

B.T.'s Smokehouse - Barbeque Near Me - Sturbridge, Massachusetts

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BT's Smokehouse in Sturbridge absolutely lives up to the hype. We got the two meat platter and it was incredible -- the brisket was insanely tender with that perfect smoky bark, and the pulled pork was juicy, flavorful, and clearly done the right way (not dry at all). You can tell they really know what they're doing with the smoke and seasoning because every bite hit. The portions were generous, the sauces were on point without overpowering the meat, and everything just tasted fresh and cared about. Service was friendly and quick even with other people in there, and the vibe is casual and welcoming -- the kind of spot you're already planning your next visit to before you leave. If you're anywhere near Sturbridge, BT's is a must. We'll 100% be back. read more

B.T.'s Smokehouse - Two Meats and Three Sides - Barbeque Near Me - Sturbridge, Massachusetts

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Really good brisket! Place is a bit small but enough seating and parking. The service is quick so turn over is fast. The beans had a really good smoky flavor. Soda was a bit bland, not sure if it's bc it's RC brand or if the mixing needed fixing. Sweet tea was good though! read more

I was in the area for work and just about everyone told me I had to stop by B.T.'s! It was located just off a busy road, so it was pretty convenient. The outside looked a bit like a house, but the inside transported me right back to a Kansas City BBQ joint. That being said, was the BBQ up Kansas City or Texas standards? Not quite, but it was still very solid. The sauces certainly didn't hurt either. I actually really enjoyed the sides, including the carrot slaw, which was pretty unique. I'd come back to try the ribs and deli options! read more

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When we went, it was packed. It was pretty easy to get a table despite it being so crowded if you just wait a minute while you're ordering. The people working were very nice. The food was very good, but I think I ordered wrong. I got the deli turkey that was smoked. I think with cheese. Next time I would not get that because it was definitely not as good as a warm sandwich. The pulled pork was much better, but honestly that was on me. I will say if you're going, make sure to allocate enough time because the food took absolutely forever to come out. It ended up being worth it because the food was really good and the place was cute and everything was fine but do leave yourself extra time if you're going. read more

B.T.'s Smokehouse - Smoked turkey and Mac and cheese - Barbeque Near Me - Sturbridge, Massachusetts

Visited BT's again for their wonderful brisket. It didn't disappoint. Very generous portion. There is a very good reason they are the top rated barbecue in the area. And by the way, there is lots more parking behind the main lot. I must try their pork ribs and pulled pork on a subsequent visit. Definitely worth the 45 minute drive. read more

I am not a big BBQ person. HOWEVER, lol, my husband (who LOVES to both cook AND eat BBQ), said, "You know they have burritos, right?" I was like, "What?!" Well, fast forward. I am now a burritos connisour, and BT's burritos are HANDS DOWN the absolute BEST!!!!! Beyond delicious!!!! Now I want to go every other week for their chicken burritos! Try this place, you'll absolutely love it! read more

Most recent experience was not as good, recently ordered take out twice. Brisket was very dry both times. Disappointing. Need better quality control? Carrot slaw was deliciously tangy, some of the sauces were tasty, love the Meat Heat, sweet was too sweet. Mac and cheese was a nice creamy accompaniment. Bacon Bites were delicious, sweet, fatty, crunchy. Corn bread was meh, dry and flavorless. Also we ordered the two meat platter, got home to find it was only one meat they didn't give us the ribs. Not worth driving all the way back, dealing with insane lines, and non existent parking to correct it! The BBQ food truck at Brim Flea was better, tender delicious brisket. read more

Great bbq spot ! The wait was rough though. Waited 15 Minutes in line to place order. Then waiting about 20-30 minutes for the food to be ready and there was barely a spot for us to sit. Definitely need to make a bigger dining area for the amount of customers they are bringing in. read more

B.T.'s Smokehouse - Barbeque Near Me - Sturbridge, Massachusetts

We haven't been in to eat for a bit. We thought we would arrive before the dinner rush. That didn't really happen but it was nice for hubby & I to just relax and talk while waiting for the food. We met a nice couple next to us and just chatted. They had notified us of the wait which was fine for us. Trying not to make it so long before going again read more

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The more I have bbq in the north the more I am convinced these places are highly rated because people in the area do not know what good bbq is. The place is cool and the staff was nice. I got the brisket and it was dry and not even seasoned well. The pulled pork was the same. I do appreciate the variety of bbq sauce types and the mac and cheese side was good. One of the better bbq places I have had in new england but someone who knows good bbq would not be happy. read more

I was really enjoying the food until I found this. My partner and I both brunettes. This is a long light colored hair woven into our dinner. Gross I will say, whenever we have stayed at this hotel in the past we would get BT's as it came recommend. It has been good in the past which is why I didn't give it a one start, but this is unacceptable. read more

B.T.'s Smokehouse - Hair in food - Barbeque Near Me - Sturbridge, Massachusetts

I was excited about this one. It has been on my radar for some time and I found myself in the area so there was no better time to try it out. Got here around 4:00pm, slammed. It's not a huge space, modest, I'd say about 10 tables plus seating at a bar top overlooking the experts at work behind the counter. Every table was full. I walked into a line that they got moving pretty swiftly. Before putting my order in I was told it'd be about 30 minutes til I got my food. Initial reaction was "dang, they have that many orders in the queue? This place must be the real deal". No problem, put my order in for a 2 meat platter with Brisket, smoked chicken, black eyed peas and collard greens with cornbread on the side $25 after tax and tip. Solid deal if I get a good amount of meat I thought. While waiting I took a little walk. Behind the restaurant there is a paved path up to a couple softball fields and an elementary school. Nice little spot with a couple playgrounds for kids and a post-meal stroll after you're filled to the brim with bbq (some foreshadowing there). I finally get back and almost 30 minutes after I ordered, to the minute, I had my name called for my food. A thick, 3/4" slab and 12" long slab of juicy delicious brisket with a off-cut from the point/burnt ends edge of the brisket (wasn't actually burnt ends but probably a slice in from that) was staring me in the face. This was topped over a mound of smoked chicken, must have been 1/2-3/4lb. I don't normally get smoked chicken at bbq joints but I wanted something a little less rich to go with my brisket and I had already eaten a little while earlier that afternoon (small overpriced meal from a food truck at tree house but that's a different story for another review). The brisket was freaking delicious. I have finally had delicious brisket. I never understood what the lure was. It was always good but never blew me away. This opened my eyes. I LOVED It. Now, I've never been to Texas, or the Carolina's or any other bbq destinations.. But this bbq is way above and beyond anything else I've ever had in New England by a wide margin. The chicken was delicious. How in earth are you able to keep it so moist and get so much smoke flavor on there BT's? I need to know. The unsung heroes of bbq, the sides. The black eyed peas were great. Exactly what I wanted. Simple, fresh, and delicious with some fresh tomato, green pepper and well seasoned. The collards were nothing to scoff at either. I've had some bad collards. Some mush, some too tough, some over salted.. These were quite perfect. Tender, delicious and had small bits of chopped meat in them. Seemed like pork? So good. Even the cornbread was solid. No sauce necessary on this, but all their sauces were delicious. Nothing overly fancy, just good wholesome sauces. Also, don't sleep on the pickled vegetables. You can help yourself to as many pickled habanero carrots, pickled red onion or pickled jalapeño's as you want. They are up to the right of the counter where you order. Will absolutely be back here. Not sure if he was the owner but l overheard an employee call out to the guy manning the chopping block, Spencer. Seeing this man slice through 10 perfectly cooked briskets while I was sitting there at the bar top while waiting for and enjoying my meal was a sight. Maybe I like smoked meats too much, maybe I'm a little crazy. But if that sight is what crazy looks like and the taste of that food is what crazy tastes like, I'm okay with being crazy. Spencer, thank you and your team for the wonderful meal. read more

B.T.'s Smokehouse - Barbeque Near Me - Sturbridge, Massachusetts

Seeing the sign for BT's Smokehouse, I spontaneously decided to pull off the highway on the way to Boston for a night out and was not disappointed! The staff was super friendly, and stepping into the joint, everything smelled delicious. I love the decor, too, because you can tell just how much the food they're making means to them, and that's exactly the kind of restaurant I want to spend my money at. The menu was overwhelming in a good way because I wanted to try so many different things that it was really hard to settle on just one, but I ended up with the two meat platter, and I gotta say, the flavors were all on point. The brisket was so buttery that I couldn't even pick it up with a fork because it kept falling apart (which is a great thing if you've had brisket before). The fried chicken was slightly burnt, maybe because the oil temp was a little too high, but it was still really juicy. The mac and cheese was creamy and velvety and not overly seasoned, which made it perfect to try with all six different BBQ sauces provided at the table! The sweet BBQ was the best imo. The cornbread was perfect too. The coleslaw seemed more vinegary and acidic than the mayo-based ones I'm used to, more like one you find on a chicken sandwich than one you can just eat on its own, but it was perfect to cut through the flavors of the rest of the platter. I highly recommend the platter over getting just one meat to have that full experience, but you can't go wrong with anything on the menu here! read more

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The pulled pork was really good and loved all the sauce options. My husband had the ribs and said they were ok, kind of hard to eat the way they were cut. For the sides Mac and cheese, potato salad and corn bread were super good. The cole slaw was super weird and definitely an acquired taste. Overall not a bad experience would come back again. read more

It starts when you get out of your car. The smoky smell alerts the mind that there's something special going on here. The staff know their craft. Clear direction and explanation on the meats, sides and preparation techniques were shared freely. Wonderful people. The food? Yikes. I had brisket and pulled pork with grits and collards. Sublime. Come here, partake and thank the kind folks that make magic happen! read more

B.T.'s Smokehouse - Pulled pork and Beef Brisket - Barbeque Near Me - Sturbridge, Massachusetts

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Beat damn barbecue I've had in a long time!!! So flavorful and the fixin's were the best. I highly recommend the collard greens yum! read more

B.T.'s Smokehouse - Pig Trip Platter - Barbeque Near Me - Sturbridge, Massachusetts

Best BBQ period! No its not a exceptional sit in location and its get very busy, but if you want great barbeque this is it.

The atmosphere is nothing special but eclectic and comfortable. The food is amazingly flavorful and the portions are huge. Definitely make the stop if your heading through Sturbridge. read more

B.T.'s Smokehouse - Pulled pork and a side potato salad - Barbeque Near Me - Sturbridge, Massachusetts

Where to begin? BT's has been on my food bucket list when a friend mentioned it this summer, and research unveiled all kinds of accolades, including best bbq in Mass. So, driving 100 miles RT didn't faze me. Smallish parking lot which was nearly full, plus an Arnold's Meat Products truck (they have a great rep). I ordered my bbq "go-to", a brisket platter w 2 sides (opted for the sexy grits and bbq beans). Also comes w a small rectangle of nondescript cornbread. While waiting, I sampled some complimentary habanero carrot coins (spicy, and I think I blew a gasket between my esophagus and stomach). Parked my butt at the lone vacant table. After a short wait, heard my name and picked up my metal tray and plastic utensils. The sexy grits were so awesome I wished I could have a private room and some "alone time" with them. They had a hint of a kick to them, and were really smooth. The beans were unusual... small black beans in a very watery liquid. Ok, but not what I was expecting. Probably not something I would order again. The reason for the low rating was the brisket. I estimate the amount of fat at 25 to 30% of the total. Take a look at the picture of what I cut away. And I didn't cut it all. Luckily, my annual "wellness" exam is almost 3 weeks away, and I expect my triglyceride level to be back to somewhat normal levels by then. If you look at my review history, I almost always rate places as a 4 or a 5. This is because I try to patronize places that are highly recommended. In retrospect, I should have asked for the manager, and asked if this amount of fat was normal. Would I go back? If I was in the area, I'd give it another try (the grits were def sexy, and the brisket "meat" was very tender). Would I drive 100+ miles? No way. 2.5 stars read more

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This place still has the best briskets I have had in my life. There are several condiments I went crazy over. They had some vinegar carrots, onions that were fermented, and jalapeños. All really added to the meal. They also have a ton of sauces on the counter to choose from (all of which were pretty amazing to try out). The best part about the brisket was how it was so juicy and tender. It was cooked perfectly. We also ended up getting the pork ribs which weren't as good. The pork ribs didn't have tender meats around the bone. read more

B.T.'s Smokehouse - Brisket - Barbeque Near Me - Sturbridge, Massachusetts

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When I'm in the area I have to stop here to warm my soul. Great BBQ, friendly service and I love the feel of the restaurant. I like sitting at the counter top and striking up a conversation when it's not too busy. read more

B.T.'s Smokehouse - Beef Brisket, Smoked Chicken, Collards, BBQ Beans - Barbeque Near Me - Sturbridge, Massachusetts

After reading many reviews online stating this was by far the best bbq in mass I was extremely excited to try. Drove 1.5 hrs (3 round trip) to try this place and could not have been more disappointed. We got 1/2lb brisket, 1/4 pulled pork, 1/4 smoked chicken, seasoned fries, Mac n cheese, and a piece of fried chicken. The fried chicken was the only thing that was good(and it was very good, however it was $9 for ONE piece with a side and drink) all the smoked meats were dry and the brisket was burnt. (not the bark, it tasted like burnt char and fake smoke) can't believe people think this is the best bbq in mass. Only explanation I can think of is it's changed in the past couple years from what it used to be. If you are one of the people like me who read online reviews declaring you HAVE to try, just don't, it's not worth it at all. We went 1-1.5 hrs after they opened. Zero reason we should be getting dry burnt brisket and dried smoked meats. Should be the best of the best by that time. Waste of $50 and 4 hours! Also the sauces they offered table side (5 options) were all bad as well. read more

B.T.'s Smokehouse - Brisket By The Pound - Barbeque Near Me - Sturbridge, Massachusetts