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This Brookline Village smokehouse bills itself as "authentic Texas barbecue" but true connoisseurs know this is not the real deal. Even still, the barbecue cooked on an open pit is a finger-licking good quick fix. Share a large “Firestarter” sampler of spicy buffalo shrimp, buffalo tenders and stuffed jalapeños before moving on to a pulled pork or sliced beef brisket sandwich. The casual menu...
This stalwart Brookline Village BBQ joint has been literally luring customers in by the nose (you can practically smell it from the Brookline Village T stop) since it set up shop 25 years ago. In recent years the vintage plastic checkered tablecloths have been replaced by wooden tables (albeit with red-checkered tops) and more upscale decor. But, the ambience is still a tribute to...
Brookliners have "never had a bad meal or a bad time" at this Texas-style BBQ joint serving "wonderful ribs" and more smoked "before their eyes" in an open pit; not surprisingly, the cheap tabs and "charming" roadhouse setup work best "on those nights you want casual."
This Brookline Village barbecue barn offers authentic Texas barbecue in a setting reminiscent of the Ponderosa.:
The Scene
With a grill center stage, tin ceiling, wood walls and photographic gallery of Hollywood cowboy stars (and the three Stooges), there's a sense of fun and frivolity to the place...