Came here just before they closed for the season for the first time, and was not disappointed. Love the smoky flavor on everything from the smoker right outside -- the ribs were fall off the bone and our favorite. Chicken was juicy as well. Grilled shrimp skewers were a nice change of pace too with a delicious butter-lemon sauce, just a tiiny bit overcooked. Tons of indoor and outdoor seating. And can't beat the prices! read more

Back Bay Bbq and Grill - Cute inside with lots of tables - Barbeque Near Me - Somers Point, New Jersey

Nice place, good food. Dog friendly. CLOSED!!! From my understanding the owner sold the land. read more

Stopped in here for lunch after spending several hours at the nearby dog beach. They have an outdoor patio, so you can bring your dogs with you and sit outside. Just make sure your dogs are well behaved as the owners dog appears to roam around off leash. We were here over Labor Day weekend and I believe it was the next to last weekend they were open for the season. We love BBQ so looking forward to a nice lunch, but sadly, we left rather disappointed. They only had one waitress working, so service was slow, even though it wasn't overly busy. I asked for a brisket sandwich with lean meat and she asked me what that was. I explained was just looking for leaner cuts of meat and less fat, to which she said, I don't think we have that. Needless to say, the brisket on my sandwich had a decent amount of fat, so not to my liking. The sauces were just OK, but my wife didn't like it at all. Sodas come from a can, which appear to not be refrigerated, but they do give you a plastic up with ice. Needless to say, the ice melted quickly and I don't like drinking a semi-cold soda. We noticed others around us were complaining about their meals as well. Maybe it was just bad timing being towards the end of the season, but don't think I will be able to convince my wife to come back. read more

Back Bay Bbq and Grill - Brisket sandwich - Barbeque Near Me - Somers Point, New Jersey

This restaurant was a mixed bag for me, so I'll list some pros and cons: Pros: - yummy food esp the brisket (the mahi mahi sandwich doesn't look good, but I actually enjoyed it) - beans were yummy and filling too - pretty affordable - service was unprofessional but alright (you can tell this is a local spot because the demographics were... unusual) - byob (the waitress couldn't open the bottle for us, so a regular customer jumped in to help) Cons: - rundown, janky looking space - I got so many bug bites sitting outdoors - my bf AND my fork broke while eating (bad quality plastic utensils) - the vibes and ambiance were so off - the cashier who does the take-out orders was the worst menu explainer I've ever met My manager recommended this spot because of the delicious food. While I do agree that the food was yummy, I didn't like the ambiance or service. So I highly recommend you take-out food here instead of sitting outdoors. read more

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A fun place to find the food was good. It was fresh very reasonably priced. There was a line when we got there other people must've felt that was a good value in the food was good as well Courteous tasty well packed. I will be back. read more

Great food, service and atmosphere. Friendly staff and real BBQ with a variety of different choices. I loved the corn on the cob it was sweet!! I had the pulled pork sandwich and would come back again! read more

Back Bay Bbq and Grill - Great food and corn on the cob - Barbeque Near Me - Somers Point, New Jersey

Holy smokes (is that the name of a BBQ spot? It should be!) - drove by this spot, saw the smokers going out front and had to change dinner plans and go here. Overall happy - but let me break down the Good vs OK vs Not Great Very good - the ribs, they were quite good, tender, moist, smoky - exactly what you're looking for. Ok - chicken and brisket were tasty but my pieces were a bit on the drier/leaner side. The wait staff was also OK despite others' comments - were they young/inexperienced, yes, but come on - did these reviewers never have summer jobs when they were young? Not great - only 1 kids high chair for the entire place. Same as reviews stated last year; this needs to be resolved or risk turning away young families. Additionally (for those that care) most everything served in plastic containers, plastic utensils - so much waste! read more

Back Bay Bbq and Grill - Combo and sides - Barbeque Near Me - Somers Point, New Jersey

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Great atmosphere, incredible food, and even better service. Highly recommend. Bring your friends. Bring your family. Come have the best time ever. read more

Back Bay Bbq and Grill - a group of people eating - Barbeque Near Me - Somers Point, New Jersey

So....like EVERYONE else I dive by this joint three times a week. Smokers smokin like crazy so finally today I pull it in. Two brothers own the joint, (I think) drive their motor homes west in the winter and come back to Jersey for the summer and smoke meat! Good guys full on, sweet young ladies working inside and taking care of customers. So I got a full rack to go. $32 out the door which I didn't love but here's the deal. I'm saying it was worth it. Ribs were gigantic, easily two meals. Smoked PERFECT with a solid barbecue sauce and VERY classic nice Smokey flavor. If I take my girl out it's $65 if I'm lucky right? So get the beer and wine or wherever grab the rack and get back to the crib or the beach and get right. Very nice ribs. read more

I think it's just ok. We came to this restaurant unexpectedly. Our normal spot was closed for the season. So we kept driving and stopped here. The brisket was good. We had samplers and brisket was our favorite. Pulled pork and ribs were very tender but the don't have much flavor. I would rather go somewhere else. read more

Back Bay Bbq and Grill - Samplers - Barbeque Near Me - Somers Point, New Jersey

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It's a hit or miss place sometimes the ribs and brisket are decent other times dried out and terrible recomend eat there that way you can send it back when it's bad takeout you're stuck with it! read more

Stumbled upon this on our way back from AC and what a hidden gem! Bbq sauces are all gluten free which is a plus for us but the smoked wings were probably the best I've ever had. Chicken skewers and ribs equally good. Worth a trip! read more

The meats and fish are delicious, cooked to perfection, and served with the best BBQ sauce I've ever tasted in this friendly, casual and welcoming restaurant. And we enjoy the homemade sides and dessert brownies as much as the Mains! We like that we can bring our own wine and beer, too. Tastiest food, we always enjoy this place. read more

We ordered dinner tonight and got their menu online from Yelp/their website. Prices are all wrong and they only take cash. Bit of a problem when you expect it to be the price you google. It was $17 more expensive! Ribs were fatty and they didn't give me some of my order so we had to go back. If they can't handle a pre-season crowd, how are they going to serve people during the regular summer season?? The property is a mess! I don't think we will be visiting again anytime soon. read more

Food is pretty good, not grate but good. Not many other choices unfortunately. The bbq chicken is best item on menu. Service is always friendly read more

We had the pulled pork and brisket, both in a container, with mac'n'cheese, corn in the cob and cornbread. Food was great and came out really quick. Our server was very friendly and the owner came over to chat making the whole experience feel very welcoming. The price to portion size ratio is really good leaving some left overs for everyone. On top of being dog friendly, they had a very friendly lab as a greeter for the out door dining area. Will definitely be coming back to try other items on the menu. read more

Off the beaten path. Freshly smoked and prepared foods. Dog and family friendly. Outdoor seating near the water. Exactly the food and vibe I was looking for to spend time with my fam and dog. Pulled up and as we were walking in, our fam was joined by their resident escort, Maverick. This golden lab (?) brought us to the back patio where smiling service invited us to sit at any four top we wanted. Food was hot, delicious, generous (sampler is legit and huge) and promptly delivered and BYOB was perfect. Service was conversational and personable without being intrusive and our dog even got a bowl of whipped cream out of the deal (and maybe some tasty morsels of smoked meat). If you're coming here expecting Franklin's, it's not that. You're in Jersey not Austin. But if you are looking for not your typical boardwalk or beach time meal and are down to get your hands greasy, this is a great spot with friendly, laid back folx and a really handsome dog. read more

Can't say enough how amazing the food was here at Back Bay! I only wish we found this gem sooner! And not only was the food delicious but wonderful service! Also ended our meal with a chocolatey treat for our kids from the owner! Thank you for the hospitality!! We'll definitely be back! read more

Brisket was dry, pork ribs were dry, chicken was just ok and wasn't a fan of the pulled pork, tasted almost like it had red wine in it. They even charged us for a crab cake and then never put it in the bag. Highly disappointed. This was the second time I've gone here, I should have stopped after the first. I can't 100% say this was the fault of the food, but my wife and I both had stomach issues later that evening and next morning. read more

It was great ambiance, great proportions the foot itself was decent. It's byob which is nice, I'd go back again, not the best bbq I've ever had but it was ok. read more

Wow, BEST MEAL in Somers Point/OC/Margate/Longport area. Food was outstanding. I was so pleasantly surprised that their menu offered so much more than just BBQ meats. I had DEVINE grilled shrimp on a skewer (actually the best shrimp I've ever had), delicious scallops, flounder, crab cakes, mahi, plus ribs that just fell off the bone, incredibly flavorful brisket & pulled pork. Even the sides were great- amazing cornbread & "cowboy beans" that were to die for. This place seems so simple & unassuming from the outside (alongside the road by the bridge btwn Somers Point & Longport) yet it turns out to have this super-chill/relaxed vibe, like a little tropical oasis on the bay. Idk anyone would wait in an hour-long line elsewhere just to sit in a busy, loud, dark restaurant when you could be bring your own cooler of drinks & sit outside at Backbay BBQ soaking in the warm weather & fresh air alongside the lagoon of the backbay. Owners of the restaurant even stopped in on our table to make sure we were having a great experience, so the super- friendly customer service was an added bonus. HIGHLY recommend this little hidden gem, (I almost hate to reveal it to everyone else!) read more

Food was a bit dried out. I was appalled that they serve water in plastic cups, and use plastic flatware. So much needless plastic going into landfills! What happened to taking care of our planet?? read more

$30/lb for brisket and it was so tough I threw it away. I expected it to fall apart but instead it was awful

Excellent experience with the staff and service at backbay. They were incredibly accommodating to our group. Not to mention the food was fantastic read more

Pulled pork had a very strong vinegar taste. Potatoe salad had no taste. Mac & cheese needs more cheese, ribs way overcooked. Very expensive and very small portions. Won't be back read more

Pulled Pork Sandwich was delicious and they give you a great portion. Food and staff are awesome read more

Back Bay Bbq and Grill - Pulled pork sandwich - Barbeque Near Me - Somers Point, New Jersey

Great for families! We go to this restaurant every time we stay in Ocean City, NJ, and my kids say it's their favorite restaurant EVER! The mac n cheese is to die for and the fried flounder is so light and flaky! Everything is good! Baked beans, corn bread, corn on the cob (get it 'wet' (with butter!)). And the staff is friendly, service is prompt. Love the outdoor seating when the weather is nice. read more

High quality BBQ in casual setting. The air is filled with smoky goodness. Forget that you're just off the bridge and get ready for some excellent roadside eats. Def order the ribs! Not greasy or overly fatty. Just tender pink pork that falls off the bone. Great flavor and you don't feel totally gross after eating it. Mix the 2 sauces (regular and spicy) for the perfect dipping sauce. Shared the full rack with my husband and we were supremely happy. Scallops were super fresh and cooked perfectly. Just wish serving size was a little bigger. Mac and cheese was also good. Baked instead of gooey stovetop kind. Servers are sweet, friendly and attentive. Not sure if it's BYOB but bringing cold beer would also be a good move. One of the best parts: Ambiance transports you to a Louisiana bayou or the Florida Keys. Chill music (Margaritaville vibes) and a view of the bay sets the mood for down home smoky goodness. This is place is 100% crave worthy. Follow the smoky BBQ smell by the bridge and pull over. You won't regret it. read more

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Decided to stop and grab chicken and ribs instead of cooking last night. We've ordered here a number of times in the past, but the dinner last night was partially inedible. We ordered a full chicken, a full rack of ribs, mac & cheese, onion rings, and cornbread. The only thing I would recommend would be the ribs - and they were not that good. The chicken leg/thigh/wing from one half of the chicken was completely dried out - you couldn't even eat it. The breast meat and the other chicken half were as dry as could be, such that you want to gag if you eat a large mouthful. It all lacked BBQ sauce, it just has some burnt on thin smear that tasted awful. Truly awful. The ribs were okay, with the bbq sauce providing moisture. Meat was tender, but nowhere near fall off the bone tender. Meat on the ends was dry, dry, dry. Probably the worst mac & cheese any of us have had. Tasted like overcooked macaroni with a bit of cheese and butter thrown on top. Just a bit. Extremely bland. The onion rings were fried after we ordered, however, when we get home they were not crunchy. Just batter-fried and soft. Oozing with oil. Nothing like I would expect. And the cornbread, oh so cold and dry. I think it suffered two bites before we tossed it. Those 60 dollars I will never get back nor gain any real value from. I only hope you tread cautiously and simple your food before leaving. read more

I really really wanted to like this place but did not. Food - we tried almost everything and at best the pulled pork was a 7, the rest 4/5. As people who smoke meat on our own nothing met our standard for taste and texture. Brisket was cut too thick. Most were tasteless. The sauces were non descript and in grimy squeeze bottles. Lemonade came in tiny cups. Atmosphere - umbrellas were in disrepair - place looked a mess. Imagine outdoor lights, nice umbrellas, placemats and even solo cups. Planters to block views of abandon machines and cars. Flowers... If the food was good the atmosphere becomes less important but when both are pathetic... read more

We ordered takeout and were told our order would be ready in 30 minutes, we arrived on time and waited 10 minutes to talk to the staff. By that time our order had not been started, and they were out of most of our order. Staff was not wearing masks, not wearing gloves, masks below their noses handling our food with their bare hands after accepting my cash payment (they only accept cash). The staff was clearly overworked but they were rude to customers in front of us and acted like they were doing us a favor by offering a refund (!!) for the items we ordered that they did not have. I will never visit this business again and I do not recommend anyone does. read more

We got the ribs, brisket, and a whole chicken last night. The ribs were the highlight if the meal, they were saucy, smokey, but a but dry. The brisket was tougher than it should be and the chicken was adequate. Still the only BBQ place in the area and a nice break from Ocean City's food scene, but it was better in onerous years read more

owners a asshole and doesn't do business right, tossed away my drinks without even informing me, drinks that i brought there on my own they weren't supplied drinks read more

First time here today and I was surprised it was good because it was total chaos. Ordered our food and then watched everyone else get their food because we were waiting for bbq wings. The kids behind the counter had no clue there is a department of health. The one kid put tickets in his mouth and the other was semi-clueless. Now for the good. The meats were awesome. Some of the best bbq I have had in a long time. The prices were high, but it's the shore. If this place ever gets there expediting together watch out. Expensive but worth it! read more

A good BBQ experience at the shore. If you want something different then the usual beach fare this is the place for you. We got the Sampler (3 Ribs, 1/4 chicken, pld pork, and brisket). It was all very good! Portion was generous enough that we couldn't finish. Sides were okay, mac n cheese, corn on the cob, and corn bread. Nothing special, but not bad. The meats were the star of Back Bay. Remember this is an outdoor bbq it's not fancy. We will be back again. read more

Most terrible service I've ever had a restaurant. My daughter was in tears, she was so hungry and nobody seemed to care about us or our whole table after waiting at least an hour with absolutely nothing brought out. Owner's response was literally "what do you want me to do about it" read more

Maybe it was A bad time of day, we got our order at 2 on Sunday, but The mac & cheese was cold, The brisket was tough, the sauces were separated and coagulated and the jerk chicken was watery. read more

Tough brisket, and nearly tasteless. I thought that brisket was supposed to be a star of the show! Show's over for me.

Delicious! I got the combo of the ribs and chicken, both were tender. I got the dark meat chicken which was recommended. My only advice to others is that we ordered take out and the ribs and chicken did not have bbq sauce on it, so just an FYI, Get a side of bbq if you are expecting that. But that was my mistake in not realizing, other than that it was really good! I'll def be back and be getting some bbq sauce! :) read more

Just Left back bay and im very impressed, ribs were perfectly cooked and wingss were amazing! Sauce is out of this world! Server was very very nice and accommodating. I had my daughter who is just turning 2 who was unfortunately very cranky, tired and sleepy and the worker was so kind to have her pet their polite house dog, they were very understanding both the cook and one of the kitchen workers and that means the world to us young parents who struggle to actually sit down and eat with two extra hyper kids, thank you for your service back bay, you guys rock! read more