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    Maple Tree BBQ

    4.3 (683 reviews)
    ModerateBarbeque, American, Soup
    Closed 11:30 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Salmon, Mac And Cheese, Roasted Sweet Potato
    Cynthia E.

    Tried this place today; it was fantastic. The wings were exceptional. My son enjoyed the salmon and the mac & cheese, which were also excellent, and I would definitely return.

    Pull pork Tar Heel Sandwich
    Jeremy W.

    This place is awesome! We are driving by after a retirement party for my mother in law and I had to come try to place out! My wife always raves about this bbq spot and I'm bbq fanatic so it just made sense. Came here and got some smoked wings, brisket, and a pull pork sandwich with some baked beans and French fries! Ohm the food was hitting and amazing. We drove it back from River head to deer park and it was still hitting. That pull pork was juicy and very flavorful and the brisket was also very good. Meat was tender and not tough and just packing Lots of flavor. Baked beans were decent and no complaints but those smoked wings were out of this world. Everything was all around solid and no complaints. My only complaint is I wish they were closer to me, but I can't wait to come back here when I'm near by. Very good solid bbq and the staff here are so sweet. I highly recommend this place if you like great bbq! You will not be disappointed in promise.

    Bread Pudding
    Daniel J.

    Great stop for all carnivores to make before or after your stop in Riverhead proper. When you get back to your car, take a deep breath, exhale and say "damn, that was good eating." Check the menu and order at the counter. The food really speaks for itself, this is only a hidden gem because I do not live nearby. Everything came out in decent time, the meats were juicy. The ribs were well sized, the fat cut brisket was excellent. The pastrami could cause problems as I didn't want to share. I think it's a guarantee the next time I am out east, to eat here. Good: -The PASTRAMI -The RIBS -The BRISKET -The MAC & CHEESE -The Bread Pudding -Parking lot Bad: -none

    Esther L.

    This is a great spot to get barbecue! Come right when they open and you'll be served quickly. The turkey was delicious as was the iced tea. The staff were helpful and checked in with us during the meal. Be careful crossing the street from the parking lot.

    DJ T.

    Relaxed inside with friendly service and very reasonably priced food! Has the pastrami, pulled chicken sliders, wings, and pork shoulder. Sides coleslaw, potato salad, pickles with jalapeños, and cornbread. Nice outdoor seating across the street on the river with extra parking. Food was great and the extra sauces on the table was a solid touch. Will def be back! The pickles are the sleeper pick! The wings def up there too... wish I would have seen the beef ribs when I ordered!

    Stephanie C.

    Cozy little spot with very friendly staff. Took my dad here for a Valentine's lunch and he thoroughly enjoyed it. Skip the hot potatoes side. Would come back a second time for sure.

    Smoked Chicken Wings - some pieces were super dry
    Gordon Y.

    Cuisine: 4 Service: 6 Decor: 7 Value: 5 Overall: 4 Honestly, my standards for BBQ are quite high from many years of working in places like Texas and both Carolinas. From all the positive Yelp reviews, I was cautiously optimistic that maybe I finally found a great BBQ joint in the NYC area. Unfortunately, that was not the case and here's why. Everything from BBQ to sides I tried was average (or below) and was lacking in some ways. Not one single item made me say, "I am definitely coming back for this delicious bite." Smoked New England Clam Chowder (7/10) - One of the best things we ate. Smoky and creamy, but too overly salty for us to have much. Smoked Chicken Wings (3/10) - The crispy skin was a nice, along with the hint of smokiness. However, half our order had super dry meat, while the others were okay, but none were juicy. Fatty Beef Brisket (5/10) - Definitely not as tender or juicy as the good stuff I always get in Texas. It was also quite bland and needed way more seasoning. Maple Tree Pastrami (7/10) - This was a solid cut of meat, though I didn't taste much smoke. Wouldn't mind try the Reuben next time. Smoked Turkey Breast (5/10) - Another item I wish they just tweak a little bit. Could be more tender, but they certainly need to tone down the salt level. Coleslaw (3/10) - Watery mess that reminds me of the stuff from KFC. Skip this item. Herb Crushed Potatoes (7/10) - Best side I tasted. Lightly seasoned with herbs. Pretty good. Smoked MT Beans (2/10) - Talk about boring. Nothing but sweetness. Skip this one even more. Kallards (1/10) - Blander than the beans. Tough AF. Skip this one at all cost. Cornbread (6/10) - Little dry but not too bad. Btw, they only have one BBQ sauce on the table and it was just whatever. I guess my prayers have not gone answered. The search continues.

    Cubano on Rye.
    Katrina C.

    I recently visited Maple Tree BBQ Smokehouse in Riverhead, NY, and it was an absolute treat for a BBQ lover! Come here to pack in the proteins and enjoy a good meal. Food was delicious. I ordered pastrami and brisket and it was bursting with flavor. Every bite slapped. The burnt tip briskets were also very good if you like a leaner part of the meats. My favorite was the Cubano on rye. It was SO GOOD, tender and juicy! Everything had a delightful mesquite smoky flavor that was a nice touch. My only gripe is that we ordered two brownie ice cream dessert after our meals and it took forever. I'm not sure if they forgot or something but we must have waited over 30 minutes for it. But other than that, the food was great and we will definitely return again!

    Sweet tea!
    Glenn N.

    Really good BBQ. Stopped in for lunch after close to 100 miles of motorcycle riding. There is parking across the street from the restaurant but it is not paved, It's gravel. Luckily there is enough space on the street directly in front for about two cars or 7-8 bikes. All good. Service was okay. We were greeted on the walk-in but there was a bit of a lull before we were assisted. There was one young lady (slightly older than the rest of the staff) whose engagement surpassed the rest. Unfortunately she isn't who served us. The young lady that took our order seemed disinterested until we began discussing the menu and then she seemed to perk up a bit. The guy that brought our food out went to the wrong table, he was corrected by the guest at the table as we also advised him that the food looked like our order. He mentioned twice that we must have switched table numbers. (How, the numbers are issued by the person that takes your order). He seemed rushed, but the place wasn't busy. There were two tables occupied when we arrived. Now on to the food. My wife and I both ordered the Tarheel. Pulled pork sandwich, she had hers with sweet potato fries and I had the potato salad and we shared a portion of burnt ends with sweet bbq sauce. Two sweet teas for the drinks. I have to say, everything was really good. Not one food complaint . Decent sized portions, I feel like I got my monies worth but not stuffed to the gills with glutinous amounts of food. Cooked well, and flavorful. If we were closer I may have gone back the next day to try something else. The food, decor, seating, ample parking and prices were all solid. With all that said, I think the fifth star can be achieved with a little coaching in the service department.

    Ribs
    DeAnna S.

    My coworkers and I ate here for dinner recently and it was delicious! The staff was so helpful with their suggestions for food! The ribs were divine!! The chili was some of the best I have ever had and the clam chowder was delicious too! The coleslaw and potato salad were my favorite sides! We finished off with the smoked cheesecake which I would eat again and again!

    Half rack ribs
    Tuli S.

    This place is tiny but mighty! The wait to order was about 20 minutes and then we waited about an hour for our food. It was a weekend so the place was packed. The food was amazing. It was worth the wait! We ordered a half rack of ribs with cornbread and Mac & cheese. The ribs were to die for.

    Barbara S.

    Solid fall off the bone tender ribs, my favorite! Corn bread was also delicious, light and fluffy. Their spicy bbq sauce pairs well with the ribs. Jalapeño pickles were crunchy with a hint of spice. Washed it down with their refreshing lemonade. They have nice picnic seating areas outside in the back. Our favorite BBQ place on Long Island.

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    Food was great and the restaurant and bathroom was immaculate! Very friendly service!

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    excellent food, friendly and quick service. The chicken and potatoes were perfectly cooked and flavored.

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    Thanks Carrie glad you enjoyed our food and service. Best Dennis

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    Delicious. Slaps every time, it's a bit of a drive for me but absolutely worth it. The meats are excellent and the corn bread yum.

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    Thanks Cee glad the kids are growing into Q connoisseurs. Best Dennis

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