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By Citysearch Staff, Boston

Time to get all up in your grill
Time to get all up in your grill
From patio get-togethers to backyard BBQs, we've got your ultimate guide to grilling this summer.
On This Page: Set the Stage, Get the Goods, Easy Alternatives

Set the Stage

Set the Stage
For the optimum effect, mow the lawn a day or two before the party and decorate the yard with colored lights and tiki torches. Don't forget to borrow chairs from your neighbors and stock up on bug spray and other items you may not have on-hand. And of course, make sure the grill's ready!

  1. Home Depot

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    615 Arsenal Street, Watertown, MA
    Find grills, grill covers and accessories by Charmglow, Char-Broil, Weber and Blue Ember. Don't get caught short; take in your empty propane tank for a full one.

  2. Lowe's

    15 Commerce Way, Woburn, MA
    This ubiquitous mega-mart offers a wide selection of Jenn-Air, Weber, PerfectFlame and Blue Rhino grills, plus self-service propane refills and cooking supplies.

  3. Bowl & Board

    1063 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA
    Impress the guests by serving up salads and sides in handsome wooden bowls, and pick up a couple of classic serving trays while you're at it.

  4. Target

    550 Arsenal St, Watertown, MA
    For the best deals on plasticware, chairs and accessories, head towards the big red bullseye.

  5. Seasons Four

    1265 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington, MA
    One of New England's largest retail garden centers is a good spot for picking up patio furniture and barbecue supplies.

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Get the Goods

Get the Goods
Great BBQ starts with quality ingredients. Buy your meat, sides, sauces and other supplies the day of your party to ensure freshness.

  1. Formaggio Kitchen

    244 Huron Ave, Cambridge, MA
    Wow your guests with an assortment of gourmet salts, dips and cheeses.

  2. Bazaar International Gourmet

    1432 Beacon St, Brookline, MA
    Skip the boring sides and desserts and instead select an assortment of offbeat foreign treats that will have everyone talking.

  3. Cardullo's Gourmet Shoppe

    6 Brattle St, Cambridge, MA
    Anyone can put out standard ketchup, mustard and relish, so why not spring for some imported European sauces and spreads?

  4. Savenor's Market

    160 Charles St, Boston, MA
    From the finest burgers, steaks and chops to more exotic fare--yak or zebra steaks, anyone?

  5. Whole Foods Market

    161 Cambridge St, Boston, MA
    The country's first national certified organic market offers high-end meats, side dishes and other BBQ necessities.

  6. Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar

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    217 Stuart St, Boston, MA
    Skip the supermarket and head straight to this gourmet steakhouse, where you can purchase USDA prime, wet-aged, hand-cut steaks to go.

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Easy Alternatives

Easy Alternatives
Boston has a surprising number of quality BBQ joints, so there's no shame in letting the pros do the cooking for you. To-go orders are convenient for picnics and trips to the park.

  1. Blue Ribbon BBQ

    1375 Washington St, Newton, MA
    With locations in Newton and Arlington, Blue Ribbon has won national acclaim thanks to its slow-cooking methods.

  2. Redbones Barbecue

    55 Chester St, Somerville, MA
    Somerville's most popular eatery serves up five different styles of ribs, including messy, meaty Arkansas (pork) and giant Texas (beef) varieties.

  3. Jake & Earl's Dixie Roadhouse

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    220 Moody St, Waltham, MA
    This Moody Street hangout's Memphis-style spare ribs and tangy North Carolina-style pulled pork keep its fans hungry for more.

  4. Bison County

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    275 Moody St, Waltham, MA
    From burgers and strips to steak tips, lean bison meat is served here in style. Texas-style ribs and brisket please fans of traditional barbecue.

  5. Uncle Pete's Hickory Ribs

    72 Squire Rd, Revere, MA
    An award-winning BBQ joint with an Asian influence? Order some fish cakes and coconut shrimp to go along with your ribs.

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