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Redbones Barbecue

55 Chester St, Somerville, MA 02144-3001
617-628-2200
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Ranked #7 of 230 restaurants in Somerville
Price range: ₹58 - ₹1,153
Cuisines: Barbecue, Bar
Good for: Child-friendly, Bar Scene, Groups, Cheap Eats
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Delivery, After-hours
Restaurant details
Good for: Child-friendly, Bar Scene, Groups, Cheap Eats
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Delivery, After-hours
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Somerville, Massachusetts
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9 restaurant reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 June 2013

THE place to go for BBQ in Davis Square. The fun and funky dining area makes the dining experience feel pleasantly laid back. Service was quick, and the beer selection was excellent. Big servings make this an awesome choice for a casual outing with friends. I definitely plan on visiting again!

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24 reviews 24 reviews
17 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 June 2013

Lovin' me some good bar b que! This place has great smoky meats and a good variety of sides that are sure to satisfy! Generous portions and don't forget the White Trash Sundae!

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Boston, MA
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8 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 June 2013

I love Redbones. It's always a bit messy but fun. Inevitably, I order more than I should and feel like waddling out of the restaurant. But the BarBQ is great, the drinks are excellent and it's just a wicked cool spot to go.

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Waltham, Massachusetts
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 May 2013

This place can get crowded and noisy, but once you taste their bbq, you'll hardly mind. Serves several bbq styles and an impressive beer menu. Go experience Red Bones!

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Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
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50 reviews 50 reviews
31 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 May 2013

We had a party of 8 and everyone enjoyed the meal. Great BBQ I had the brisket and Memphis ribs both outstanding. The sides are great as well beans, potato salad and coleslaw. There were many rib eaters at the table and everyone enjoyed them. The BBQ chicken was good as well as the chicken wings. The meals are filling... More

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Los Angeles, California
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013

Went to Cambridge last week to help my daughter pack up her dorm room for the summer and were both in a BBQ kind of mood. I did some research and found Redbones just the next town over in Somerville. People were 4 and 5 "starring" the Memphis ribs so of course we ordered those. My daughters friend ordered the... More

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Arlington, Massachusetts
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14 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2013

I'm a sucker for a nice smoke on my BBQ, and Redbones does it right. The mason jars of lemonade, friend okra, and pecan pie are always excellent. And a spin of the wheel at the bar can end up giving you a nice surprise in tasting a new beer. There are many good reasons that Redbones has been a... More

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Boston, Massachusetts
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66 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
43 helpful votes 43 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2013

Redbones does great barbecue, and better yet, they do great sides. I love the collard greens and the cornbread here more than is rational. I also love the flexibility of the menu-- for instance, I like to fill up on sides and then get a small side of actual meat, and at Redbones I know I can always order One... More

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Stoneham, Massachusetts, United States
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2013 via mobile

After the events of the past week in Boston, it was great to be able to celebrate a "Bro" day with my brother and two step-brothers yesterday. Couldn't ask for anything better than brews and awesome "man" food like BBQ meats. Plus it was coupled with the Bruins, Sox, and Celtics games. I enjoyed the Meat and Three dish which... More

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Plainfield, Connecticut
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62 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
33 helpful votes 33 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2013

combo plate with ribs, sausage, brisket, slaw, rice and beans was a huge portion shareable by 4 people! super casual local spot with the red sox on TV and 25 to 30 beers on tap which can become a tough decision...therefore, they have a "dial a draft" wheel where the bartender spins it and you get a class of whatever... More

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