Great BBQ. Too bad they ran out of burnt ends. Was offered Hog Wings. They were bomb. Also got the baked beans. Spot on. Wish I ordered corn bread :/ The owner may seem short spoken or jerky, guess that's his character. Weird. Just be nice and give me my order. read more

I don't know what his deal was, but the guy berated me when I picked up my order from the window.

This place is across the street from my office and we all know not to go. The owner is incredibly rude. The one time I did go, I asked for his recommendation since it was my first time and he said "look there's customers in line, order or leave" so I quickly ordered the chicken sandwich. It was one of the worst things I've ever eaten. I read some of the other reviews about him but didn't believe it or thought he was having an off day. He's just not a nice person. read more

This place is a killer when it comes to their pulled pork or brisket, the only two items I've had here besides their Burnt Ends, which melt in your mouth. A sign outside basically says they serve good food, not fast food, which is a truism here. You'll wait 5-10 minutes for your meal but it's sooo worth it. The only downside is when I ordered buffalo fries. I had a 5 minute walk back to my office but already the fries were cold, stuck together, and not appealing. The taste is fine so I gotta wonder what they would have tasted like if I tried them after getting them. read more

Average at best. Maybe because I went at 2 pm and the place was empty but the brisket was overcooked and dry. The fries had been sitting and the mac and cheese was just bad. At least it was expensive :( read more

The food was pretty solid bbq, but with these complaints: - The service was pretty slow. The owner/manager was busy yelling at an employee. This is always a turn-off. He appeared to be understaffed with a long line forming at noon. He should be ready for the lunch crowd. - I got a pulled pork sandwich and asked to add North Carolina sauce (which I was charged for). I walked back to the office, opened the sandwich and there was no sauce. Again, the sandwich was pretty good, but they failed to put the sauce on it. - There was some strong spice (must be part of his rub) that I got a little too much of in my last couple bites. It took over the entire experience. I won't go back. After reading other reviews... I should also add this: Dear Owner: Take a hint! If a whole bunch of people find you to be rude, you ARE rude. You should be thankful for the business. read more

I'm not too impressed. I ordered a brisket sandwich with texas sauce and a large salad. It took more than 15 minutes to get my order and it was wrong. They gave me a pulled pork sandwich, no sauce and a side salad. read more

I work in the seaport and was tired of the LTK and Jerry Remy's lunch scene. I ordered the Texas-style pulled pork sandwich and was impressed. For $10 I had a large sandwich, side of cole slaw and bottle of water. The sandwich was good, filled me up and the sauce was tasty. There's no inside seating, just the South Boston Maritime Park. But with water views and plenty of patio tables shaded with trees, this is the perfect spot for a laid-back southern-style summer lunch. There aren't too many good BBQ places in Boston, but I'd definitely recommend Larry J's to someone looking for a quick and easy lunch. Other reviews mentioned long wait times. I didn't experience this at all. I went at 12pm in June and by the time I had signed my credit card slip, my food was ready. Everyone working there was super friendly and smiling, which is always nice to experience. I'm happy to give a small operation like Larry J's my money, rather than dropping $30+ at the Legal Seafood conglomeration. read more

Solid bbq spot. Had the pulled pork and fries. Pork was moist and flavorful, with just the right amount of sauce. Fries were crisp and flavorful. read more

So I really wanted to love this place! It's about a 5 minute or less walk from my work and bonus when the weather is nice you can sit outside and eat. Like I said I WANTED to love this place, the owner is probably one of the RUDEST people I've ever had to deal with! Any questions that were asked were met with a rude snide comment! Literally we asked a question and his response was "that's what the menu says isn't it?!" I was so taken back by his response especially considering it was our first time there. We then decided to avoid dealing with him since the food was ok and we ordered through caviar. We called the place to confirm our order and they told us "we don't deliver and that app doesn't work" as we prepared to order elsewhere our order showed up! Save yourself the time and go somewhere else! The food is mediocre at best and the service is terrible! read more

This is a great place with too much business. Which is a good and bad thing, when you are hungry. I have to say the food is excellent. I love the fried pickles. I ordered two orders they were so good. My wife loved the BBQ, so that is all that needs to be said. Just find a downtime to go for food. read more

I'm a fan of BBQ and this place definitely tickled my fancy. I had the brisket sandwich with a side of collard greens. The brisket was juicy with a nice hint of smoke flavor. The BBQ sauce was sweet with a little bit of tang. The collard greens were good with a tiny bit of heat in them. The location is great with all of the outdoor seating. Give this place a try if you're in the area. read more

My boyfriend and I moved out of Boston and were looking for good BBQ closer to us so we tried Larry J's and we both LOVED it. Some of the best bbq I've had in Mass, and great prices too! read more

'Meh' sums it up. Larry seems to put in a lot of love and care into the BBQ. I could tell because I had to earn my choice of sauce by describing and proving to Larry that I know what the sauce tastes like. Yeah, Larry isn't the typical 'friendly' owner, but I could relate to his personality so it doesn't bother me as much. The BBQ itself is really just mediocre. Everything's on the plainer side, which is a fine style of BBQ, but...no smoke rings or smoky taste... I tried most of the popular items - burnt ends, ribs, brisket, pulled pork, and fires. Although everything's probably made fresh, they just somehow taste microwaved... It's a three star BBQ joint in Boston because Boston doesn't have great competitors to begin with. read more

Friendly service and good food. I ordered just brisket and got a brisket sandwich instead and I'm glad they gave me that instead. I'm new to Boston, so I'm not used to the weather and nice breeze, so I enjoyed the mix of food and nice weather read more

I ordered the catfish and a side Mac and yellow rice and the catfish was literally the best I ever had. The rice was decent but the only I can't give 5 stars is the Mac it was awful but overall I was pleased. Just get back in the lab and re work the Mac. read more

I wanted to like this place but I wasn't that impressed. The brisket was tender but no flavor, the potato salad was bland and the macaroni and cheese had more breadcrumbs then cheese! Overall unimpressed with my 14.00 purchase. read more

This is the best food in the area. I love the pulled pork sandwich. Everyone seems to complain about the customer service, but my food is always handed to me with a thank you. I'm here to get lunch, not to become best friends with the employees. Just get your food and enjoy it! Thanks for the delicious sandwiches, I'll keep coming back. read more

Omg OMG OOOMMMGGGGGG ...... I found the best food in Boston. I have been wanting a Turkey leg forever.... the leg that kicks you right and I found it at Larry J's. Hinding in a little area in seaport of Boston this place this wonderful place is here. They also have a food truck that delivers. I actually found them by picking up a Togo order for UberEATS and yes best push of a button I ever did. This place is amazing I would have taken pics when I stopped to eat but I was sucking the bone by then. So pics will be in future if it lasts around corner next time. read more

Well from earlier reviews I had high hopes I would be able to get some good bar b Que in between all the great seafood we were going to have in Boston. Was not to be. Perhaps because I was first customer of the day and the new food had not been made yet I think I got some of yesterday's Q. My links were deep fried and tough . I only got through 1 . Mac and cheese was dry. Brisket was ok . When asked about sides I was met with continual nope we don't have that.. I was very dissatisfied. Go later in the day once they get rolling. read more

Pulled chicken sandwich was mostly dark meat. Sauce was good. Slaw was standard vinegar cabbage and dill seed. It was ok.

2/24/17 the weather is amazing, walked the harbor side and did not find a restaurant that was reasonably price by the water. So with 6 kids n 3 adults, for $100 including tip, we had the best BBQ!! Enjoyed it! will eat here again... the smoke and fry wings with habanero sauce!! Delicious... read more

Ordered a take away with a group of people, mulitiple items (sides, sauces, etc) were never received. The BBQ was pretty good but service certainly was lacking, gotta step it up with all the corporate takeout business around read more

Fried the burnt ends for some reason, making them super tough. Brisket sandwich had no sauce and lacked flavor, although was well cooked. Doubt i would go back. read more

Too bad there isn't a zero star option. I walked away from the place. Rude. I asked a question about the menu and the response was is that it. Arrogant too. That was surprising because there was no one there. Grade F. GFY read more

Overpriced for what you get. Spent $14 on a brisket sandwich, side of sweet yams (sandwich does not bring a side or a drink) and a lemonade. The place is in a park area, where its nice to sit and listen to the music being played by a one man show but due to the music we could not hear the orders being called out, which then led to one of the employees to be rude to us for not having listened when the orders were being called. Not returning again. Customer Service is what makes me spend money at a place and this man was just rude. I am pretty sure he is either the manager or the owner. Anyhow, not coming back to a place I get yelled at after I spend money there. No thank you. AND your brisket is not all that either. read more

It's spring! You like eating smoked meats out in the sun? This is your place.

Been looking for some good BBQ and had a $10 promo code with UberEats. Got a brisket & pulled pork platter with Mac & cheese and collards . The bark on the brisket was so on point and the fat melted. Pulled pork was good and still had some heft to it, opposed to some places where it's reduced to mush. Collards on their own had a good vinegar bite but were too salty, but the fat from the brisket cut through that salt very well. Mac wasnt bad but I prefer it creamier. A little disappointed that I didn't get cornbread with my platter though, I expected it to come with the order. The sauce that came with it was nice too. I didn't specify which I wanted so it was whatever the standard is. I'll have to try their other sauce options. Im definitely coming back to try the burnt ends. If only they could come in a combo platter. I'd be very broke and very fat. A lot of reviews here speak negatively of the owner. Since I ordered online I didn't interact with him, but he replies to feedback on here and seems very warm and willing to rectify the criticisms, and that shows that they may be overreacting. read more

I've never written a negative review in my life, but I checked on yelp to make sure it wasn't just me. The owner was more then rude to me, i announced I was there for pickup and what I ordered very politely. Apparently I didn't announce the order the way he wanted it. It turned into a very awkward situation were he stared me down and then spoke to me like I was dumb to which I didn't back down. I don't know if it's because it's in a touristy part of town he thinks he can get away with talking to people like that, but I was having no part of it. The foods pretty good but you won't find me there again. read more

The food is awesome! I live next door, so it's very easy to pop in and pick up dinner on the way home from work. I've had two styles of pulled pork (both equally amazing), ribs and various sides. The owner also seems really nice. I wonder if they are planning on hiring anyone who'd be able to make deliveries. I know I'd hire them to cater our office lunches in a heartbeat! read more

Larry was surly and argued with me after getting my drink order wrong. The smoked hot link I bought for $8 was the size of standard hot dog, served chopped up into pieces that were arranged like pick up stix in a hamburger bun. Weird. I'll not return. read more

Oh Larry J, you are a very nice man but I was certainly disappointed with the meal I had with you last week. I ordered the garden salad with brisket on top... the salad part was good the brisket part - not so much. There were only 3 small pieces of brisket and 1 and a half of them was fat and inedible. Boo. A salad, small amount of brisket and a side of fried pickles for $14, I'm not going to be rushing back. read more

Disclaimer: I admittedly ordered this through UberEATs at around 6:15. They apparently close at 7, that coupled with delivery could have led to the bad experience. The not so bad: -The Cowboy Beans were great; had a nice kick to them. -The BBQ Sauce was alright. Good flavor and was deeper than just the sugary mess you get out of the bottle. -The Brisket was decent. It was a little tougher than I would like and slightly too fatty. Yes, I know its brisket but they must have left one hell of a fat cap on before they smoked it. Seeing as there was so much fat, you would have thought it would be less tough. This is starting to seem like a con. Moving on... The Bad: -The Mac and Cheese was HORRIBLE!!! It literally was dry noodles, grease, and breadcrumbs. I cannot believe anyone serves this to people. -The Pulled Pork was inedible. It was as tough as leather and looked like tiny shreds of cut and burned toenails. I understand that is probably a gross image but my roommate mentioned it and I cannot get it out of my head. -The cole slaw was sub-par and not to my liking. -I couldn't order corn bread. I don't know if they didn't have it, UberEATS didn't have it, or I missed it but I wanted some cornbread. 5 hours later I'm in my room still thinking: "You know what would be great right now? Some darn corn bread!" Boston is in desperate need of some BBQ that isn't as expensive of Sweet Cheeks but doesn't taste like garbage. Just make some decently creamy Mac and Cheese, some standard coleslaw, and don't put meats on the menu without them tasting half-way decent and you got yourself a winner in this city. This isn't Austin. Such a shame I was hoping for a place to order from regularly. read more

This place is all things BBQ - be it brisket, chicken, catfish, Texas or Memphis style. The recipes are authentic and everything is homemade. One quick note: seating is outdoors only, so you'll be out in the elements. read more

Great BBQ lineup. Brisket sandwich, sweet potato fries, which are large, wedge style fries & very good. Well smoked brisket with a great sauce to compliment. Nice guy serving it up, and pleasant outdoor seating area. I highly recommend this place if you are in the area. Great prices too. Enjoy! read more

Great place good BBQ. Pulled pork sandwich is a winner. Larry does a great job with this little place. Note this is take-out only.

Great salesmanship! Sorry to say worst barbecue I've had. Seasoning on the ribs terrible. Barbecue sauce tasted watery. Macaroni and cheese looked and tasted old. Couldn't taste the cheese could barely see any cheese. No rib tips available. The smoked turkey leg was ok had a great smell. All I can say is I see why its hidden among all those other great restaurants. It definitely is no hidden jewel. Sometimes when you are hungry anything tastes good but not this. read more

Has a person who is passionate for barbecue I had to try the chicken because that can make or break a barbecue place in my mind. I got the boneless wings. They were smoked then fried. I thought they were really rubber and dry. Not sure if they were missing something. Also hard when we were there before 11:30 that is the open time and didn't open till 11:45. Kinda disappointed but will try one more time someday read more

I've been working in the Seaport District and literally just had this gem earlier today and boy am I glad that I did! Our work has catered lunches twice a month and HR picked this as the spot this time. The food arrived on time and everyone's order came as requested. Larry and one of his workers came and handed them out one by one to everyone in our office (70+ people)! They even stuck around to make sure that everyone got their correct food and was happy with them. When they found out that someone stole someone elses food (what can I say its an office), Larry actually went back to the stand - picked up a giant container of BBQ sauce and got my co-worker a meal that was missing. Great customer service, friendly staff, and even better food. Definitely make sure to try out Larry's if you're ever in the Seaport area! read more

Great find for good 'cue if you find yourself at the nearby Convention Center or down around the Fish Pier for any reason. I had some of the best fried pickles and definitely the very best burnt ends I've ever sampled after stumbling upon this place. Outdoor seating only, so my suggestion to the traveler is to duck into the lobby of the Renaissance right across the street to enjoy your bounty if the weather is inclimate. read more