Firefly's BBQ

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    $$ Barbeque, Sports Bars, Music Venues
    Closed4:00 PM - 12:00 AM (Next day)

    Verified by business owner 3 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Live music
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    350 E Main St

    Marlborough, MA 01752

    Mon

    • Closed

    Tue

    • 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM

    Wed

    • 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM

    Thu

    • 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM

    Fri

    • 4:00 PM - 12:00 AM (Next day)

    Closed now

    Sat

    • 11:30 AM - 12:00 AM (Next day)

    Sun

    • 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM

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    About the Business

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    Steve U.

    Firefly’s BBQ serves award-winning barbecue and authentic Southern fare including Smoked Ribs, Brisket, and Chicken; scrumptious Fried Chicken; the Best of the Best Wings in MetroWest (by popular vote); Pulled Pork and Pulled Chicken; Burnt Ends; weekly Fresh Specials; sensational Sides; delectable Desserts; and much more, including gluten-free options. Firefly’s has been voted the most family-friendly restaurant in the area, and for adults (21+) there's live music on the weekends. We’ve always got 20 Draft Brews on tap, creative Cocktails, and an expansive Bourbon and Fine Whisk(e)y collection. Let us cater your next celebration or corporate event — at our place or yours — Firefly’s BBQ is New England’s biggest barbecue caterer!

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      Unfortunately we do not allow dogs at this time . I know that ChIll down the street is dog friendly .

      Steve U., Business Owner 
      3 years ago

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    • Photo of Ariel B.
      Ariel B.
      Edison, NJ
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      Mar 22, 2024

      Had such a wonderful experience at this restaurant! The food, service, and music was amazing! The barbecue is the best around and our waitress Kaleena gave amazing recommendations and was super friendly!! My family and I will definitely come back!!!! Please go try this spot!!!

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      Kathryn K.

      Mar 22, 2024

      Thanks so much, Ariel, for your "wonderful" 5-star review and hearty recommendation!

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      Jeffrey G.
      Worcester, MA
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      Mar 17, 2024

      Celebrated my 50th birthday at firefly's with friends. Our server Kaleena was the best. She made sure we had a great time. The whole table was talking about how great she was. Food and drinks were excellent. Thank you Firefly's and Kaleena

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      Kathryn K.

      Mar 17, 2024

      Thanks for posting your 5-star review here, Jeff! Happy Birthday an may you have many returns of the day.

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      David C.
      Hudson, MA
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      Mar 28, 2024

      ***PLEASE EXCUSE MY PHOTOS AS THEY WILL NOT PORTRAY A FRESHLY CUT PIECE OF MEAT BECAUSE I ORDERED A TOGO MEAL AND I TOOK PHOTOS AFTER I ATE***

      First time visiting this establishment. Upon waking up to the doors you have the option to scan QR codes for menus and other amenities offered in case there is a line out the door. Thankfully it was 4:45pm on a rainy Thursday afternoon so that likely had s a play in the lack of patrons at that hour.

      The menu isn't too big but they do have a decent handful of options to choose from. Since this was my first time I decided to purchase their 4 Meat Combo (comes with cornbread) because I wanted to get a good taste of the menu. I chose the Texas Brisket, Texas Sausage, Pulled Pork, St. Louis ribs, collard greens, and sweet potato pecan pudding.

      I can't speak to the ambiance because I purchased my food to go since I live 5 minutes from Firefly's but it had a nice modernized western feel to it. The staff were friendly and knowledgeable too.

      Texas Brisket was nicely seasoned, good bark, slight smoke taste and had a an appropriate amount of fat but it was slightly dry (could have been from my 5 minute commute but doubtful).

      Texas Sausage might be my favorite of the bunch because it was nicely smoked and had a great seasoning to it. Chew was good and didn't have an overbearing fat content I've found in some sausages.

      Pulled Pork was lightly seasoned and had a good amount of moisture left in it which was a pleasant surprise. Had a very slight smokiness to it which is fine because I'd prefer to let the taste of the pork meat sing rather than a seasoning or smokiness.

      St. Louis ribs were quite good. The smoke was about perfect, they didn't fall apart but they did pull apart nicely, the rub was sweet and tangy with a slight hint of spice to them.


      Collard greens were good. I can't say I've tried them in general but they were highly recommended. Best way I could describe it is eating steamed artichoke, which I love. Lightly salted and season. Not much else to it.


      Sweet potato pecan pudding was amazing! Never have tried it before but I love pecan pie and sweet potato so it seemed like a no-brainer. Just get it, you won't be disappointed.


      Corn bread came highly recommended too and it did not disappoint. They give you two portions of 2 pieces each (4 pieces total) with butter spread between them. The butter wasn't melted on mine but that's fine because it acted as a nice, fatty frosting. The consistency of the bread was like a dense thick brownie. Couldn't be happier about this because I'm not a fan of cornbread that crumbles as you eat it resulting in a mess on your plate.


      St. Louis bbq sauce. My preference is a sweet, tangy, and slightly spicy sauce that had a lighter than molasses texture to it but not to the degree that it would run off whatever you spread it on. I believe the St Louis was the sauce I enjoyed the most but I can't be sure because I didn't label my sauce containers that I arranged at their sauce station. Each have their place with someone else and I can't say any of them weren't good.

      All in all, would return again. Especially since burnt ends aren't offered as part of the Combo and I love me some quality burnt ends.

      Thanks Firelfys!

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      Feb 10, 2024

      A must try if your a bbq fan. I was pleasantly surprised. I am probably doing my review a disservice as I am writing it immediately after finishing my food and babbby I am tired. The food was so good that all I want to do is take a nap. It was my first time so I stayed a traditional bbq as I could and was not disappointed. The wings were so crispy and the sweet potato pecan casserole was a perfect sweet to balance the heat I loaded on my ribs. I will definitely be back.

      On top of good food my server Matt was amazing. He was super attentive and knowledgeable guiding me through the overwhelmingly delicious menu. Thank you Matt.

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      Kathryn K.

      Feb 10, 2024

      Thanks, Amina! We appreciate your taking the time to post this review, even though you’re ready for a nap, lol. On your next visit, please let us know what we can do to earn that 5th star from you!

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      Grygla, S.
      Woods Cross, UT
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      Feb 7, 2024

      Holy smokes! I have eaten BBQ around the country and this place rocks. Their brisket is by far the best. No knife needed.

      Our server Marisa was amazing. Great suggestions and very nice.

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      Kathryn K.

      Feb 7, 2024

      Thanks so much for the 5 stars and brisket compliment, Grygla! We will pass your compliments along to Marisa, too.

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      Amy D.
      Webster, MA
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      Apr 22, 2024

      This restaurant was recommended by phantom gourmet, so decided to try it. Overall, it was great. Ambience was a bit noisy due to larger parties seated nearby. I had to try the award winning St. Louis style ribs and they were cooked to perfection. Meaty, tender, and juicy. It came with two sides, and a slice of warm homemade cornbread. Definitely will be back in the warmer weather to enjoy a meal on the outside patio.

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      Kathryn K.

      Apr 22, 2024

      Thanks for your 5-star review, Amy! We look forward to seeing you in The Backyard at Firefly’s BBQ soon.

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      Nov 8, 2023

      If you have BBQ on your mind, then you have found what you are looking for.

      In business 20+ years, owner Steve can been found walking around greeting and checking in with his guests. There is plenty of seating in multiple rooms and a good size bar serving flights of Whiskeys.
      And a good variety of draft beer from local New England breweries
      Live entertainment -check their schedule

      If you love great brisket like I do, then you are in for a treat.

      The menu has all of your favorite choices
      From Ribs to wings to pulled pork and burnt ends

      I've visited this restaurant for many years and never wrote about them. Maybe because I was looking for better BBQ restaurant to write about and never found another.

      I have had the brisket platter
      and the two meat combo platter,
      the brisket sandwich with sides of dirty rice, home made potato chips, cucumber salad, and my favorite sweet potato pecan puddin .

      I believe they offer 5 different awesome tasting barbecue sauces to choose from. you can go up and pump your choice of sauces in small cups

      Their deserts will not disappointed either,the chocolate Beignet's are my favorite

      This is one BBQ restaurant you should try.

      Of course I'll be back ‼

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      Kathryn K.

      Nov 9, 2023

      Thank you, Barry, for finding the time to write up such a nice 5-star review for Firefly’s BBQ — and post such great photos. We truly appreciate it! We look forward to your next visit.

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      V N.
      Worcester, MA
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      Mar 30, 2024

      I had a date take me here once, and I've been meaning to come back ever since. I just came back today and man is this place good. I will say there are people that will valet you to more parking spots as this place does get busy. The amount of food that you can get in a platter is great. Everything is made well prepared, tender, soft, and flavorful. The catfish was breaking apart so well and so was the brisket, and pull pork. The pecan pie had too much nuts and not enough filling otherwise everything else was great. I highly recommend for anybody that's interested in getting barbecue items.

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      Kathryn K.

      Mar 31, 2024

      Thanks for taking the time to post your 5-star review here, V N (as well as elsewhere). Love the photos! So glad you enjoyed your meal.

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      Carine S.
      Marlborough, MA
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      Apr 26, 2024

      I love this place, totally recommended! Food service and ambiance are 2 tbumbs up!! Everything's about it is great!

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      Thomas S.
      Richmond, VA
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      Jan 31, 2024

      Fast service. This place has quite the selection of bourbon and spirits. I got the 2 meat plate with ribs and pulled pork, sweet potato fries and beans. Delicious. Corn bread was good.

      Ribs and pulled pork
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      Kathryn K.

      Jan 31, 2024

      Thanks for the stars, Thomas! Glad you enjoyed your meal.

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