Friendship BBQ Allston

Friendship BBQ in Allston is a vibrant, essential spot for anyone craving authentic Chinese skewers and their legendary Cumin Grilled Fish. The atmosphere is loud, bustling, and full of energy, perfectly matching the bold, spice-forward food. The star is the whole fish, perfectly grilled and buried under a mountain of fragrant cumin and chilies—a truly unforgettable dish. The various skewers, especially the cumin lamb, are expertly charred and delivered sizzling to your table.

Partially my fault because I didn’t look it up but I was expecting to cook our own food, so when they came out with the tea candles over an aluminum foil I was a little surprised. However the food didn’t make up for it. The tofu skin skewers were not prepared well, wet dripping with marinade and cold. Tasted funky too. The lamb skewers were okay but still cold. I tend to like my lamb skewers cooked well so it would have been nice to be asked how I like it. Sides like the vinegared potatoes were too sweet. All and all I will not be returning. Wish them the best tho.

I've been passing by this place in Boston and NYC but never went in. I was in the area so decided to give it a try. When you enter, the vibe was cool and chill. The atmosphere is amazing and place is clean. I was always met with a smile from the waiter throughout the whole dining experience. We ordered a bunch of different skewers, grilled oysters and scallops, scallion pancake, yellow crocker, and the skewer rice. I'm not really a fan of spicy food and let me tell you, my mouth was on fire. But.... it was an interesting sensation. I didn't hate it. Odd. Maybe I even enjoyed it. Definitely an interesting moment where I get to meet a whole new side of me. So, yes, I am enjoyed it fully and love it!

I recently had the pleasure of dining at Friendship BBQ, a gem of a restaurant that my friend from Wuhan (China) highly recommended for its authenticity and deliciousness. After trying it three times, I can confidently say it’s one of the best culinary experiences I’ve ever had. To celebrate my friend’s birthday, we gathered an internationally diverse group of 10, all of whom were enchanted by the exotic and mouthwatering flavors. For many, it was the first time they had tasted such authentic Chinese cuisine, and the food was so good that we practically inhaled it! Every dish was a visual and sensory delight, beautifully presented and bursting with flavor. The experience was unforgettable. I also want to highlight the exceptional service we received. Shelley (I hope I’m spelling that rig

Friendship BBQ is a Chinese skewer restaurant located right outside of Packard's Corner. Staff are friendly and explain the process well. They're very knowledgeable on recommendations and can help whenever needed. The food is good. We got a wide variety of skewers, as well as a few appetizers. The skewers were flavorful, not too gamey but of a good and consistent quality. The price is a bit high for the portions they give, but not too outrageous.