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Local BBQ outpost serving smoked meats & sandwiches, plus comfort sides, in a low-key setting.
Hours
| Friday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Monday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–9 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 470 James St, New Haven, CT 06513
Phone: (203) 350-9060
Website: http://www.bearsbbq.com/
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Locations – Bear’s Smokehouse BBQ
25 Front St. … 454 Ellington Rd. … 2152 Poquonock Ave. … 470 James St. New Haven, CT (203) 350 – 9060.
Reviews
M M
Bear’s Smokehouse Barbecue delivers outstanding barbecue with bold, authentic flavors. The meats are perfectly smoked—tender, juicy, and packed with that unmistakable slow-cooked depth. From brisket to pulled pork, everything tastes fresh off the smoker and expertly seasoned.
The sides are just as impressive, complementing the barbecue without stealing the spotlight. Portions are generous, the menu has great variety, and it’s easy to find something you’ll crave again the moment you finish your plate.
The atmosphere is casual and welcoming, and the staff are friendly and efficient, even during busy times. A true go-to spot for high-quality barbecue—consistently delicious and always satisfying.
… moreThe sides are just as impressive, complementing the barbecue without stealing the spotlight. Portions are generous, the menu has great variety, and it’s easy to find something you’ll crave again the moment you finish your plate.
The atmosphere is casual and welcoming, and the staff are friendly and efficient, even during busy times. A true go-to spot for high-quality barbecue—consistently delicious and always satisfying.
Lac Nhan Phan Mai
Really nice and clean place. Especially the terrace with the lights. Food was good too. You have to line to order first and then go with your tray to the cashier. We took the family deal for three but it would have been perfect for four. We had a little bit too much. I was not fan of the Mac & Cheese. We would have preferred a more cosy and smaller place but this because we are used with European style.
… moreMax Mosher
Probably the best bbq in the state. I had a full rack of ribs. They were smoked to perfection and almost fell of the bone. They have a variety of delicious bbq sauces to push it to the next level. The food is prepped and served to you at the counter and there is ample seating. The price was fair not cheap but reasonable for good bbq. I sat at the bar for some unique draft beers brewed on site. The bartender was friendly and helpful.
… moreC Tedesco
It can be tough to find good barbecue in the northeast, but there give it a good effort. To be fair, we were there for an event, so all of the food was served buffet-style. I’m sure if we were there for dinner it would havewould be been better. Good beer selection. Nice atmosphere inside.
… moreKatie Loveday
Super yummy BBQ! The vibes and atmosphere are modern and cool. This place is pretty big! Tons of seating inside and there is a whole really nice outdoor seating area too! A few touches I really loved: each table has a light with a usb plug so you can recharge while you eat. I also LOVE the private single stall bathrooms. Honestly, everywhere should have these!! 5 stars from me ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
… moremike gonzalez (RatedByMike)
From the moment you pull up to Bear’s Smokehouse in New Haven, you can tell it’s something special. The exterior has a cool, industrial vibe that sets the tone before you even walk in. Once inside, the open floor layout really stands out – it’s spacious, inviting, and has a laid-back atmosphere perfect for groups or just a chill meal. There’s a ton of seating, so you never feel crammed, and the setup makes it easy to settle in and enjoy your food.
Great energy, great space, and perfect for kicking back with some seriously good BBQ. Definitely worth a visit if you’re in the area.
… moreGreat energy, great space, and perfect for kicking back with some seriously good BBQ. Definitely worth a visit if you’re in the area.
John Tyrrell
Such a good find! Awesome space, friendly staff, and the food & beer was tasty! Portions are big enough to share. Ate inside and then moved out to the patio for another beverage. Definitely flagging this spot for the next time I’m here.
… moreMarc Belanger
I had an issue with the pulled pork. It just wasnt juicy, kind of on the dry side with most of the pork flavor cooked out. The sandwich was very small for the price. Cole slaw was very bland and didn’t blend with the sandwich and the sauce was pure sugar having no true Kansas City Sweet & Spicy flavor.
The French fries were incredibly good, I could have eaten a shoebox full, but for $23 plus tax including a soda, I could have eaten twice at most places for the amount of food I received.
I feel they need more attention to detail on their meat training and smoking.
The place was very nice inside but in a very hidden area of New Have, CT.
I’ll go back to try n other meats but I’d be afraid to see what it would cost for a brisket platter or burnt ends. I’d be afraid they were overcooked as well.
… moreThe French fries were incredibly good, I could have eaten a shoebox full, but for $23 plus tax including a soda, I could have eaten twice at most places for the amount of food I received.
I feel they need more attention to detail on their meat training and smoking.
The place was very nice inside but in a very hidden area of New Have, CT.
I’ll go back to try n other meats but I’d be afraid to see what it would cost for a brisket platter or burnt ends. I’d be afraid they were overcooked as well.
Kathy D
Great barbecue and even better atmosphere. Great bar and outdoor seating area allows pets and grassy area for games. I am not a barbecue connoisseur but everything we had was very good. Brisket was tender and ribs were crusty but fell off the bone. Good potato salad and macaroni and cheese. Corn bread with honey butter should be a must. All sauces were good but ghost pepper was my favorite, great heat but not at all overpowering. Really wanted to try the banana pudding but it won’t be at this location for a month or so. Need to come back. Great beer and cocktail selection as well. If you prefer alcohol free you can order at a counter and sit in an area prior to the bar area. Highly recommend.
… moreAlison K
I don’t know when they fell off but gross. The $4 tots come with like 10 pieces and mine had an extra burnt something. The Mac and cheese went from good to how watered down can you make it was not it. My whole 2 meat combo was missing but they sent the sauce and one of the Mac and cheese. The pecan bar for $4 was disappointing since it was half the size of the container. Won’t do this again was not worth it at all.
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