B.T.'s Smokehouse

If you’re ever in the Sturbridge, MA area, do yourself a favor and stop by BT’s Smokehouse, you won’t be disappointed! This was only my second visit, but I couldn’t resist giving them a “10-star rating.” The BBQ is absolutely some of the best I’ve had, and today I tried their fried chicken; OMG!!! Mesmerizing! From now on, BT’s is saved to my Google favorites. Anytime I’m heading to MA, I’ll make up any excuse just to swing by.

Beyond happy that my route finally brought me this way at lunch time. Got a traditional southern meal, brisket, mac and cheese, and slaw with a sweat tea and I gotta say the brisket fell right apart and was juicy. Mac and cheese was thick and flavorful. And the slaw had a good zing I think from the vinegar (which i like). Staff was smiley and warming and the bathroom you could write in chalk and feel like a big kid again lol love it wish I could give above 5 stars

Top 10 in New England is what we heard… but I’m not so sure about that. Pretty disappointed by the quality we experienced today. Ribs weren’t even close to falling off the bone and were overdone and tough. Nothing was melt in your mouth or juicy. Brisket didn’t have a good flavor, and the mac and cheese was just weird. The chicken drumsticks were the best thing on the platter. Taking home and hoping we can repurpose it into something better so it isn’t a total waste.

Good brisket. Fried chicken was awful - not sure what was wrong with batter - greasy, no flavor, overpriced and Popeyes is way better. Smoked chicken was so-so. Ribs were okay. Mac n cheese and grits were decent. If I come again, I would only get the brisket. Skip the other meats. Sauces were a miss.

If you’re driving between Boston and NYC, BT’s Smokehouse is a must-stop for BBQ. The ribs were outstanding—some of the best I’ve had—juicy, tender, and full of flavor. The chicken and pulled pork were also solid, packed with smoky goodness. Paired with rice, black beans, and carrots, the meal was hearty and satisfying. Conveniently located midway between the two cities, it’s the perfect stop for a BBQ fix. Highly recommend!