Blue Ribbon Barbecue Inc   

1375 Washington St
Newton, MA 2465
617-332-2583
www.blueribbonbbq.com/

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Step inside Blue Ribbon Bar-B-Q and you'll get a glimpse of the casual barbecue take-out places that dot the Southern states. Boston is sadly lacking in good barbecue, but this place does a good job of satisfying the cravings of those who can't make it south of the Mason-Dixon. Though the founders are Midwesterners who came to Boston by way of North Carolina, they're rather magnanimous in the regional styles of their offerings. Along with North Carolina pulled pork, you can try Texas beef brisket, Memphis ribs, Jamaican jerked chicken and even a much-touted barbecue burrito. The side dishes are available in bulk and not to be missed. Collard greens and black-eyed corn make excellent companions to a burnt-ends sandwich. Blue Ribbon does mostly takeout; it's a small room with minimal seating options that are frequently taken by people waiting for their to-go orders. The staff is patient, though -- channeling the Southern character of their fare -- and happy to help you decide upon a square meal.