Along Broadway in Raynham, Massachusetts, 2 Jerks BBQ has built a serious following on slow-smoked meats and Southern comfort classics. 🔥
Run by brothers Chris and John DePalma, this family-owned barbecue restaurant smokes its meats for up to 16 hours, blending Texas, Memphis, and Carolina barbecue traditions into one crave-worthy menu.
How 2 Jerks BBQ won Raynham’s hearts
2 Jerks BBQ has been family-owned and operated since 2015, built by brothers Chris and John DePalma around a simple idea: bring authentic, regional barbecue styles to Southeastern Massachusetts.
That means Memphis-style ribs, Texas-style brisket, and North Carolina-style pulled pork all sharing space on one menu, giving diners a true tour of American barbecue traditions. 🍖
What has really cemented this Raynham restaurant’s reputation locally is its commitment to smoking and making almost everything in-house, from the sausages to the candied bacon.
Longtime coverage of the restaurant has highlighted signature dishes like the smoky Plate of Bacon appetizer and the hearty New Orleans gumbo, both of which have become local favorites over the years. 🥓
Its dedication to scratch cooking has made 2 Jerks feel less like a typical bar-and-grill and more like a genuine smokehouse destination.
Beyond the meats, the restaurant has expanded creatively over the years, adding bar pizzas, smash burgers, and daily specials that keep regulars coming back on different nights for different cravings. ❤️
That mix of authentic barbecue and inventive comfort food is exactly why this brother-run spot has become such a beloved fixture of the Raynham dining scene.
Food Highlights
- The Pit: A sampler platter featuring a half rack of ribs, half pound of brisket, half pound of pulled pork, house-made sausage link, half rotisserie chicken, and four sides. 🍽️
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Texas Sliced Prime Brisket: Slow-smoked prime brisket sliced thick, showcasing the restaurant’s Texas-style smoking technique. 🥩
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St. Louis Ribs: Fall-off-the-bone pork ribs smoked Memphis-style, available by the half or full rack. 🍖
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Pulled Pork: Tender, North Carolina-style smoked pork shoulder, pulled and ready for sandwiches, mac and cheese, or platters. 🐖
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Half Rotisserie Chicken with Chimichurri: Slow-roasted chicken finished with a bright, herby chimichurri sauce. 🍗
- New Orleans Gumbo: A hearty gumbo built with andouille sausage, chicken, shrimp, and jasmine rice. 🍲
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Texas Twinkie: A Detroit-style pizza topped with smoked cream cheese, brisket, jalapeno, BBQ sauce, and a Bama drizzle. 🍕
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Smoked Pastrami Rachel Sandwich: House-smoked pastrami piled with coleslaw, Swiss cheese, and Russian dressing between grilled bread. 🥪
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Brisket Supreme Crunchwrap: A crunchwrap filled with smoked brisket, queso, lettuce, pico de gallo, and chipotle sour cream. 🌮
Atmosphere
2 Jerks BBQ feels lively, casual, and full of smoky energy, with a full bar and rotating craft beer taps that keep the dining room buzzing throughout the week.
Daily specials like discounted oysters and smashburgers give the space a fun, community-driven feel.
The vibe leans comfortably rustic, matching the hearty, smoke-forward menu. It is the kind of place built for big platters and good company.
Bottom Line
Visit for the fall-off-the-bone St. Louis ribs, stay for the smoky Texas Twinkie pizza, and fall for the brothers’ 16-hour smoking dedication. Add a full bar and rotating daily specials, and it is clear why this Raynham smokehouse keeps locals coming back. 🔥🍖
Address:
701 Broadway, Raynham, MA 02767
📞 (508) 386-2737
🕔 Open Tue-Sat, 11:30 AM–9 PM (closed Sun-Mon)