The Smoke Shop BBQ

06/19/2026

We've been called a barbecue empire. We'll take it 🙌

Boston.com just covered our 10th anniversary and the story of how our Pitmaster and Co-Founder Andy Husbands turned one Cambridge BBQ joint into six locations serving 500,000 guests a year. Spoiler: it involved a lot of smoke, a competitive BBQ obsession, and more than a few sleepless nights.

Andy Husbands spent the last decade turning The Smoke Shop from a Kendall Square startup into a six-location business.

06/11/2026

Summer BBQ coming up? Cooking for a group can be intimidating, but we're here to help. Join Pitmaster Andy Husbands for a special class designed to teach you how to grill for a large group. In addition to learning tips and tricks, you'll enjoy the BBQ, lunch, and a cocktail or whiskey demonstration. You'll also walk away with a booklet of all of the recipes so you can try them at home. We only have a few tickets left! Don't miss out and reserve your spot now:

SATURDAY, June 20, 202611:30 AM – 2:00 PMThe Smoke Shop BBQ – Assembly RowTicket Price Includes Gratuity Let's face it: sharing a dinner at home with your friends is a lot of fun but the thought of cooking for a group may send you running for the hills. In this class, Pitmaster Andy Husbands (wh...

06/11/2026

🎂 We're turning 10 next week! 🎉

To thank you all for 10 incredible years, join us next week and receive a free piece of butter cake with the purchase of any basket or platter. You’ll also have the chance to roll a 10-sided die and receive up to 10% off your order! See below for terms and dates:

📅 Tuesday June 16th at Assembly Row, Chelmsford, Harvard Square, Seaport, Woburn
📅 Wednesday June 17th ONLY at Methuen

🍰 Limit 2 butter cakes per table, until supplies run out
🎲 Limit 1 die roll per table

Thank you for an incredible 10 years of support, memories, and community. We can't wait to celebrate with you! ❤️

One day only — don't miss out!

06/09/2026

🎂 Something sweet is coming…

Next week marks 10 years of good times serving up BBQ to our incredible guests.

We couldn’t have done it without all of you, and we’ve planned a couple of fun ways to blow out the candles next week.

Stay tuned for details 🎈

06/08/2026

Happy Hour is officially here. 🔥🍻
Whether you're stopping in after work, meeting up with friends, or just looking for a reason to treat yourself, we've got you covered.
Starting today, enjoy special pricing on select menu items during Happy Hour. See below for hours!
Assembly Row, Harvard Square, Seaport: 3pm-6pm�Chelmsford, Methuen, Woburn: 4pm-6pm

06/05/2026

Planning a summer BBQ for friends and family? Before you fire up your grill, spend an afternoon with Pitmaster Andy Husbands and learn to feed a crowd without losing your mind. You’ll get insider tips on menu planning, timing, portions, prep, and all the little details to make it memorable. Save your seat, we only have a few spots let!

05/28/2026

Crispy bark, smoky edges, and meat so tender it barely holds together. This is what you’ll taste when you come by The Smoke Shop today to celebrate National Brisket Day 🔥

05/27/2026

Slow smoked onions, a little BBQ rub, and a whole lot of patience 🔥

Our new Smoked Onion Dip hits the menu today — creamy, smoky, savory, and packed with deep flavor from onions smoked low and slow before being folded into the dip. One bite and you’ll understand why we’re excited about this one.

Available starting today 👀

05/20/2026

Memorial Day plans rained out? Salvage the long weekend at our BIG BEEF BBQ class this Saturday at The Smoke Shop BBQ - Assembly Row! Come hungry and join Andy to learn show-stopping BBQ beef recipes to prepare for your summer cookouts. Each ticket also comes with a recipe packet for you to take home, as well as a guided whiskey experience. We only have a handful of tickets left, so grab yours now!

SATURDAY, May 23, 202611:30 AM – 2:00 PMThe Smoke Shop BBQ – Assembly RowTicket Price Includes Gratuity GET READY FOR SUMMER GRILLING SEASON... with our Big Beef Summer Edition class. Pitmaster Andy Husbands will walk you through some show stoppers that will elevate your next summer backyard BBQ...

05/16/2026

From classics to custom builds, the lot fills up every week with great cars and people who just love the scene. No registration needed—just pull up and enjoy the night.

Hosted with our friends at Salem 66 in Pelham, NH, bring your ride or just come through and check them out. Grab a plate, listen to some music, and hang while the sun sets and the engines cool.

All makes. All models. All welcome.