Redbones Barbecue
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| MONDAY | : | 11:30AM | - | 4:00PM |
| TUESDAY | : | 11:30AM | - | 4:00PM |
| WEDNESDAY | : | 11:30AM | - | 12:30AM |
| THURSDAY | : | 11:30AM | - | 12:30AM |
| FRIDAY | : | 11:30AM | - | 12:30AM |
| SATURDAY | : | 11:30AM | - | 12:30AM |
| SUNDAY | : | 11:00AM | - | 3:00PM |
Message from the Business
Redbones, a popular destination in Davis Square, Somerville, since 1987, serves authentic real pit Southern BBQ. All items from the tasty menu are available in the restaurant, for take out and delivery. Catering for all sized groups is a specialty.
Redbones serves 28 standard-setting and fan favorite brews on tap and a wide selection of bottled beers. The full bar also offers specialty drinks including Margaritas and Mexican Martinis and an array of spirits.
Redbones is open seven days for lunch, dinner, late night dining and brunch on Sundays. Free bicycle valet parking is available evenings to cyclists coming to Davis Square. Special events are scheduled throughout the year.
Customers and staffers alike share the spirit of Redbones, where community rather than commercialism has been the order of the day since 1987. For information visit redbones.com and Facebook.
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Top Sentiments among Redbones Barbecue Reviewers
Best barbeque j
Good barbecue joint
Best star meal
Limited lunch menu
Tasty meat fix
Great Hot sauce
Good drink menu
Good fried catfish
Great entrees
Great pork sandwich
Customer Reviews (82 reviews)
Smacww
on Citysearch May 22, 2010Seeing 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... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch May 12, 2010Redbones 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... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Apr 27, 2010Their 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... (more)
Allie Beau
on Citysearch Apr 25, 2010I 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... (more)
romilbm
on Citysearch Apr 19, 2010On my qst visit to boston i tried a few other restaurants....and then i tried this one... was gr8 (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Sep 10, 2009I LOVE Redbones! The pulled pork there is amazing! Not to mention the cornbread. The art downstairs is awesome too. And they deliver! Defini... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Aug 05, 2009Best 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. A... (more)
BostonDiner
on Citysearch Jun 19, 2009I 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... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Dec 14, 2008Redbones is a great place for a large family gathering. The decor is the typical of the nail it to the wall and explain it latter school. A ... (more)
TheReviewa
on Citysearch Oct 18, 2008This place knows how to BBQ. If you're form the south, don't expect anything special, but for the NE crowd, it's good stuff for sure. Cheap booze, good food and a cool atmosphere too. Try the pulled pork or the St. Louis... (more)
jaylaurino
on Citysearch Oct 10, 2008this place has the rep as a good bbq joint , and i dont know why! soggy and dry at the same time the ribs are not very good , i guess if you just drink a lot of beer you cant tell the the food is tastless and nasty, but i have to give... (more)
artrox
on Citysearch Jun 15, 2008WAY OVER-RATED...I don't know why people rave about ANY of the food here, but it must be because they like 'blah food' instead of 'soul food'. it's too bad because they are located in a good spot--Boston definitely... (more)
eoheger
on Citysearch Jun 06, 2008First off, let me say that the staff and the atmosphere there is great. BUT, if you are looking for BBQ, even quasi-BBQ, steer clear. I know a lot of people from NE love this place but that's because the bar has been set low... (more)
tanvi414
on Citysearch May 22, 2008Food is OK.. I've had better at Tennesse's BBQ.. The ribs are not bbq'd with the sauce on it, so, they tend to be quite dry.. The portions are huge., so, that makes up for the dryness and they also give mild, medium or hot... (more)
DirkRB
on Citysearch Mar 27, 2008Redbones is very overrated. Although good bbq is hard to come by in New England, Redbones is not the place to find it. Save your money, buy some frozen ribs at Star Market, and cook them on the grill, they will probably... (more)
kim02144
on Citysearch Jan 30, 2008Great BBQ, very fun atmosphere. Long wait on the weekends but worth it. Nice selection of hard to find beers and changes every week. A+++++++++++++++++++++ (more)
rajeunir
on Citysearch Dec 10, 2007Redbones is a place for people who don't know what TRUE bbq should taste like..or even resemble! I seriously believe they try to drown their meats in sauce to cover up the lack of taste (and to help soften the meats?!)... (more)
jkboston1050
on Citysearch Nov 12, 2007Love Redbones. The ribs, pulled pork, buffalo wings & okra are excellent! A can't miss! The food arrives at your table quickly...so eat fast or it will pile up in front of you. Excellent beer selection. Tremendous... (more)
pollyguts
on Citysearch Jul 23, 2007Great messy food- and good service. The waitress was helpful explaining different types of ribs and genuinely seemed to care if we liked everything. The beer was cheap.. overall a great experience, lots of fun. The... (more)
Contributor
on Citysearch Jul 14, 2007In 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 of place where... (more)
special_method
on Citysearch Nov 11, 2006Tried Redbones a couple years ago and didn't like it. An out of town friend raved about a recent trip, so I thought I'd give it another try. I will not be going back. The service was great, except that our food came before... (more)
Luscious N.
on Judys Book Aug 18, 2006My recommendation for the tenderest BBQ is a rack of babyback ribs, accompanied with some fried okra and a pint of hard cider, among other things. (more)
minnowbaninnow
on Citysearch Aug 04, 2006Redbones is by far the best barbecue in the Boston area. There is no other place that comes close to the quality and taste offered here. Portions are generous. There are all sorts of tasty side dishes. My favorite plate... (more)
aaront31
on Citysearch Jul 19, 2006Coming from Oklahoma and Texas, my partner and I have eaten a LOT of good BBQ over the years. I would have to say that we were pleasantly surprised by the selection, quality, and quantity of food at this establishment.... (more)
bowdoin79
on Citysearch May 18, 2006Went on a rainy night... parking in Davis Sqaure is a nightmare...Redbones is just fun... it has great beer on tap... everyone is happy and there is no pressure... we sat at the "bar" in front of the cooking staff.. it... (more)
Michael G.
on Judys Book Apr 16, 2006If you have a craving for BBQ, then this place will certainly satisfy your needs with huge servings of whatever meat you can imagine. Also, if you're on the bar side, then you'll find an extensive and unique beer... (more)
Wei-ying W.
on Judys Book Apr 15, 2006The restaurant has an upstairs split into a bar and restaurant and a downstairs which is more restaurant seating. All sides tend to be crowded though. The food's pretty good, even if you're vegetarian. I always order... (more)
somerville_girl
on Citysearch Apr 07, 2006I went to eat at Redbones tonight - big mistake! It took me a half hour just to be seated and another 15 mins. before I could get a server to take my order. The food was okay - the fried catfish and potato salad was good but the... (more)
moriah c.
on Judys Book Mar 18, 2006Redbones BBQ in Somerville, MA is literally some of the best bbq I've ever had. I'm from Texas, so that is a pretty bold statement. Everything that I've ordered there has been excellent--from the pulled pork to the... (more)
Alison P.
on Judys Book Mar 16, 2006That's what a Southern friend of mine called Redbones at first sniff of her brisket plate. As a Northerner I can add that the meat is tender and almost unbelievably good, the corn fritters are a dangerous treat, and the... (more)
scooby1980
on Citysearch Feb 18, 2006Not recommended The pulled pork and ribs had no flavor and when you do ask for sauce you get a small 1oz cup, i had the spicy cat fish where was the spice? the hot sauce was mild. as for the corn bread it was dry and burnt. The... (more)
Teena T.
on Judys Book Feb 12, 2006The greens are the slightly vinegary greens you'd get down South minus the cube of fatback some Southerners actually want to eat. The dirty rice is loaded with bits of liver, onions, etc.. The pulled pork and pulled... (more)
postulantbooty
on Citysearch Feb 03, 2006People, c'mon...this is NEW ENGLAND... home of the best seafood, clam chowdah, football dynasty & the World Champion Red Sox. With that said, Redbones is a 10 in my book. Great baby back ribs & I love the mac & cheese!... (more)
lummycat
on Citysearch Feb 03, 2006it's all so good! buffalo shrimp, succotash, ribs, pulled pork/chicken/beef, corn fritters... okay, i'm hungry again! (more)
w j c.
on Judys Book Jan 13, 2006The Redbones Barbecue in Somerville prides itself of "meat that falls off the bone", and this establishment lives up to its reputation of having great barbecue. Though the brisket is excellent, the service is... (more)
majorleague1
on Citysearch Jan 05, 2006I'm from the Carolinas and have had my fair share of BBQ and I was keen on getting a taste of home at Redbones. Started with the hushpuppies, which looked great but tasted pretty bland... there is more to it than fried... (more)
Jacqueline C.
on Judys Book Aug 12, 2005Ribs. Cornbread. Collard greens. Sausages of varied flavors (cilantro and onion being my personal favorite). Skin on French fries. Jelly jar mugs of iced tea. Local beers on tap. Any of this sound good? Well it is!... (more)
fly_marlin
on Citysearch Jun 20, 2005Waitress brought us free appetizer of beef jerk after finding out it was out first time there - it was delicious. Even though it was busy, service was prompt and waitress was extra friendly. Abundance of brews was on... (more)
splitmilk34
on Citysearch Feb 18, 2005The place, hands down, has the best bar around. Downstairs, called Underbones, you can find 25 microbrews (delicious ones at that) on tap everynite, a friendly waitstaff, quick bartenders, great prices,... (more)
andy82
on Citysearch Aug 05, 2004The BBQ here is good (though not great), at least by MA standards. Still, a great place to stop off after a night roaming Davis Sq. The bar downstairs is also great, it can get crowded, but they have amazing microbrews... (more)
pooz
on Citysearch Jul 14, 2004Redbones rocks! The variety of ribs is great, the catfish is awesome, and there are too many beers to choose from. It would be an all around '10' in my book, except my favorite ribs-sampler platter The BBQ Belt, seems to... (more)
barjimmy
on Citysearch May 10, 2004Does Redbones boil their pork in water? It tastes like it. The pulled pork tasted watered down. I had to dump sauce all over everything just to eat it. There is no flavor in any of their food. BBQ is supposed to have an... (more)
bostonpoke
on Citysearch Mar 12, 2004I'm sorry, but I grew up around real barbecue. Everyone who finds out I'm from the south says, "you have to try Redbones". I tried it. I work next to it. It is horrible. The only thing close to real BBQ around here is Blue... (more)
edkraemer411
on Citysearch Dec 12, 2003These people know how to make one a believer. A great guy I know had RedBones cater his wedding... (more)
bullyd
on Citysearch Oct 09, 2003Don't waste your time or money. Do they even smoke the meats, it's hard to tell because they use more sauce than alcoholic grandpa. I have been all round the country to try bbq, Memphis, St. Loius, Texas, this place... (more)
ahandel
on Citysearch Sep 15, 2003Despite Citysearch's ridiculous statement that BBQ is "All about the sauce", it is really allabout the meat. Redbones is OK, but Uncle Pete's and East Coast Grille are much better. Redbones is oversauced, and their... (more)
countryslicker
on Citysearch Aug 11, 2003Don't believe the hype. What I tasted here sure didn't taste like southern food to me. This place is for yuppies and city folks who have never tasted the South. The yams are from a can, the mac & cheese tastes like Kraft,... (more)
sucdin
on Citysearch Aug 11, 2003Redbones is awesome excellent service great amounts of food. Takeout is the best! Try their barbeque Belt or the all you can eat chicken and Ribs during the day it is a great value!... (more)
susannewhomes
on Citysearch May 22, 2003I love Red Bones! I constantly crave the Cat Fingers. Yeah, the Bar B Q pit in Mattapan is good but you're risking your life getting there. The reason Red Bones can't compare to down home southern bar-b-q is because it's... (more)
hadley
on Citysearch May 20, 2003To start, the cornbread was tasteless, the hush puppies were hard as a rock, and the app servings are tiny. I had a steak special that was swimming in this nasty watery "au jus." My friends had the ribs, one liked the baby... (more)
amesco47
on Citysearch Mar 20, 2003As someone who has lived in Houston, Texas for many years, and who seasons even her breakfast cereal with hot sauce, I can't recommend RedBones to anyone who takes their bar-b-que even semi-seriously. I tried the... (more)
Fankles
on Citysearch Mar 20, 2003After 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 and everything was either dry or deep fried... (more)
malcindor
on Citysearch Feb 23, 2003The barbecue pit, located in mattapan is the best barbecue i've ever tasted and i have traveled all over the united states, including texas. (more)
jkevermore
on Citysearch Feb 08, 2003Rebones never disappoints and you never leave hungry! The rib combo plate could feed a family of four and every bite is better than the last. Try the Arkansas ribes!!! Only the sides are a little mediocre. I bring all of... (more)
dneumann
on Citysearch Jan 09, 2003Not worth it, go to another place. A good try, but falls short. (more)
cwarheit
on Citysearch Nov 20, 2002It is obvious that you haven't tried Blue Ribbon BBQ in Arlington or Newton. Blue Ribbon is at least 17 times better than Redbones! (more)
ninarayfield
on Citysearch Nov 11, 2002Yummy...this is the best BBQ in New England. It's so good and so cheap! Cash only!!! (more)
steveh_madmax
on Citysearch Nov 09, 2002I have eaten everywhere thats anywhere in the norheast yet I still offer Redbones as my #1 restaraunt suggestion to anyone who asks. I'm there every week at least once. St. Louis ribs and BBQ chicken are indescribably... (more)
yupyup78
on Citysearch Nov 08, 2002Unique restaurant with OK food and terrible service. . .wait staff is clueless and rude . .they have gotten too caught up in their success . . . (more)
IRENELOUISE
on Citysearch Oct 17, 2002It's like entering another world, the aroma, the dark stairs, the decor is like an old southern barn done up shanty like. Cool. The chow, well I have to say being a suburbanite, we just don't have this stuff around... (more)
OnTheProwl
on Citysearch Oct 17, 2002In a word? Mouthwatering! The BBQ is to-die-for! I came here on a date about 4 years ago and wondered why I hadn't discovered this place sooner. If you want good, finger-lickin' BBQ, get your behind to Redbones!... (more)
ryanne129
on Citysearch Oct 12, 2002Redbones is one of my favorite places to dine in all of boston. The line is usually lone, after 7 pm on the weekends. Sometimes the waiters/waitresses are rude, supposedly that's part of the atmosphere. Catfish... (more)
Shabadoo
on Citysearch Sep 16, 2002It's hard not to like Redbones, unless you're just cranky. The menu is large, the food is excellent, the beer selection is fantastic, and the service is very friendly. And the downstairs dining room has the best... (more)
hortie
on Citysearch Sep 09, 2002Great food and Music. The sauces are outstanding. Sitting downstairs is a whole experience in itself. Don't miss this BAR-b-que. One of the best restaurants in Boston, for beer, Bones and great times.... (more)
cheryl518
on Citysearch Aug 29, 2002The food quality is not consistent the pricing works and the quantity of food but some days you wish you had more and other days it is not even good enough to finish (more)
MattyI
on Citysearch Aug 26, 2002I've been going to this place for years, and I never get tired of it. Located in Davis Square, Redbones offers a southern-country style decor, bike valet, downstairs bar, and of course, out-of-this-world ribs. If... (more)
jessmusumarra
on Citysearch Aug 26, 2002Finger licking good!! Even if you don't like ribs there is something for everyone! (more)
shan24
on Citysearch Aug 13, 2002The service isn't the best, they rush you right through the meal. But the food is excellent!!! (more)
esimches
on Citysearch Aug 13, 2002Love Redbones...have never left without a Doggy Bag..Food is good and plentiful (more)
shmittybean
on Citysearch Aug 08, 2002cheap eats for the huge amount of food that you get. beer selection is great. (more)
hatanaka
on Citysearch Jul 30, 2002I travel all over the country,and have tried them all. Redbones is by far the best that I have ever had. (more)
alanmoyer
on Citysearch Jul 30, 2002Whether in Somerville or at their Bolton Fair booth, a visit to Redbones is a treat. From the time you enter the neighborhood and smell the kitchen, you know you've entered the "'bones zone" and are in for great... (more)
BestofBoston
on Citysearch Jul 30, 2002If you like meat, you will love Redbones. Great beer selection and save room for desert. Inexpensive. (more)
ali_5818
on Citysearch Jul 29, 2002Their food is so good-the wait for a table doesn't matter! If you're starving, just head downstairs to the bar and have some drinks and order your food there! (more)
twistedleaf
on Citysearch Jul 28, 2002Beverages are served in mason jars lending a Southern feel to dinner. Crawfish apps. are amazing! For someone who can be a picky eater, I was impressed! (more)
mejoe29
on Citysearch Jul 26, 2002Ribs Ribs Ribs We all Love. ...... We at the shisiate outta those cows (more)
stugats1
on Citysearch Jul 26, 2002This is without a doubt the most overated restarraunt around. The ribs are ususally fatty with not much taste. The beans and cole slaw are always watery and just slopped around. The place is a dump also. Not even in the... (more)
FALLDM82
on Citysearch Jul 26, 2002Great food, good service and right in Davis Square, can't beat it!!! (more)
jimweiler
on Citysearch Jul 15, 2002just talking about the food, not the ambiance, bar etc. The ribs were just not very tasty; pretty tender, but I've made better myself. (more)
umster
on Citysearch Jul 13, 2002Sorry, hate to be a spoiler, but every time I see Redbones listed as one of the best of Boston, I get real scared for the state of Boston BBQ. My #1 criteria is tenderness and tastiness of the meat, as it falls off the bone... (more)
hyperbanshee
on Citysearch Jul 02, 2002being a regular, i guess i'm biased but this place is *the* place for bbq...and fried okra and potato salad. the service is friendly, with a family-like somerville attitude. great value...especially if you are... (more)
sshaheen
on Citysearch Jun 24, 2002If you don't mind the wait belly up to the bones...Redbones that is. The best BBQ food in the north suburbs. The Brisket and ribs are excellent, the pulled pork is top notch and the sides can be great. Skip the fried sides... (more)