The American BBQ Menu (Update 2025)
Introducing The American BBQ, a restaurant specializing in American BBQ cuisine located in Rowley, MA. This casual dining spot offers a wide range of options, from takeout and delivery to vegan and limited vegetarian choices. The menu features mouth-watering selections like Grilled Fish Taco, Smoked Cheesy Stuffed Bacon Meatball, and Small Ultimate Nachos. Customers rave about the generous portions and quality of the dishes, with favorites including the Pulled Pork BBQ Plate and Combo, 1/2 Rack St. Louis Pork Ribs Plate, and Combo. The attentive and friendly staff, along with the inviting atmosphere, make dining at The American BBQ a memorable experience. Whether you're a BBQ enthusiast or just looking for delicious comfort food, this restaurant is a must-try for all food lovers.
Gift Cards
Gift Cards - $25
Pick up your Gift Card at restaurant or we'll mail it to any address given. If mailing, please enter shipping address info. in the special instructions box. Let us know if you'd like us to fill in To: & From: sections on card. We will mail it out even though you have to select a Pickup time. If you have any questions, please reach out to restaurant@theamericanbbq.com or call 978-948-2626
Gift Cards - $35
Pick up your Gift Card at restaurant or we'll mail it to any address given. If mailing, please enter shipping address info. in the special instructions box. Let us know if you'd like us to fill in To: & From: sections on card. We will mail it out even though you have to select a Pickup time. If you have any questions, please reach out to restaurant@theamericanbbq.com or call 978-948-2626
Gift Cards - $45
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Gift Cards - $50
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Gift Cards - $65
Pick up your Gift Card at restaurant or we'll mail it to any address given. If mailing, please enter shipping address info. in the special instructions box. Let us know if you'd like us to fill in To: & From: sections on card. We will mail it out even though you have to select a Pickup time. If you have any questions, please reach out to restaurant@theamericanbbq.com or call 978-948-2626
Gift Cards - $75
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Gift Cards - $85
Pick up your Gift Card at restaurant or we'll mail it to any address given. If mailing, please enter shipping address info. in the special instructions box. Let us know if you'd like us to fill in To: & From: sections on card. We will mail it out even though you have to select a Pickup time. If you have any questions, please reach out to restaurant@theamericanbbq.com or call 978-948-2626
Gift Cards - $100
Pick up your Gift Card at restaurant or we'll mail it to any address given. If mailing, please enter shipping address info. in the special instructions box. Let us know if you'd like us to fill in To: & From: sections on card. We will mail it out even though you have to select a Pickup time. If you have any questions, please reach out to restaurant@theamericanbbq.com or call 978-948-2626
Grilled Fish Taco
Cajun Spiced Haddock, Cabbage, Pico De Gallo, Cotija Cheese, topped with an avocado slice then drizzled with Roasted Red Pepper & Garlic Aioli Sauce. Served with 1 Side.
Smoked Cheesy Stuffed Bacon Meatball
1 lg. Cheese Stuffed Beef Meatball, seasoned with spices, then wrapped in Bacon Slices & smoked. Topped with our Sweet, Sticky BBQ Sauce & a sprinkle of cheese
Specials
In the Beginning
Small Ultimate Nachos
*Sundays $3 off nachos* Fried tortilla chips smothered in a Jack Cheese blend. Topped with black beans, pico de gallo, jalapenos, sour cream and guacamole.
Large Ultimate Nachos
*Sundays $3 off nachos* Fried tortilla chips smothered in a Jack Cheese blend. Topped with black beans, pico de gallo, jalapenos, sour cream and guacamole.
Fried Pickles
Served with chipotle aioli sauce.
Chicken Wings - 6 Wings
Choice of Dry Spiced, Buffalo, Mild BBQ or Chipotle Molasses BBQ.
Chicken Wings - 12 Wings
Choice of Dry Spiced, Buffalo, Mild BBQ or Chipotle Molasses BBQ.
Craft Beer Cheese Dip
Warm craft beer cheese dip served with tortilla chips and 4 oz. of pretzels.
Roasted Brussel Sprouts
Topped with bacon, scallions, a little balsamic glaze and a sprinkling of cheese.
Chicken Tenders - Small
Chicken Tenders - Large
Route 66 Chili - Cup
Topped with Jack cheese.
Route 66 Chili - Bowl
Topped with Jack cheese.
French Fries - Small
French Fries - Large
Sweet Potato Fries - Small
Sweet Potato Fries - Large
Jerk Spiced Homemade Chips
Truffle French Fries
French Fries drizzled with an aioli sauce of Truffle oil, mayo, parmesan cheese and parsley. Totally irresistible!!!!
Fried Green Tomatoes
Served with our homemade comeback sauce.
Loaded Potato Skins
Jack Cheese, Bacon, Carmalized Onions, & Scallions. (order of 3)
Spinach & Artichoke Dip
Served with Corn Chips & our homemade potato Chips.
The American Salad
Mixed greens, tomatoes, cucumbers, pepper, shredded carrots and croutons.
Caesar Salad
Romaine lettuce, croutons, shaved cheese mixed with our house Caesar dressing.
Cape Salad
Mixed greens, shredded carrots, Feta cheese, cranberries, cherry tomatoes, candied nuts, and croutons. Served with apple vinaigrette unless otherwise specified.
Beet & Goat Cheese Salad
Roasted Red Beets mixed with Arugula, Mixed Greens, Goat Cheese & Slivered Almonds. Served with a Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing on the side.
**NEW** Cobb Salad with Rotisserie Chicken
Mixed greens, topped with chopped bacon, corn, tomatoes, blue cheese, avocado's & hard boiled eggs & Rotisserie Chicken. Served with poppy seed dressing on the side.
The Garden
Sandwiches
Smoked BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich
Served with 1 side. Gluten free option.
Smoked BBQ Pulled Chicken Sandwich
Served with 1 side. Gluten free option.
Smoked Brisket Reuben
Gluten free option. Sliced brisket, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut and Russian dressing. Served with 1 side.
Grilled Jamaican Chicken Sandwich
Lettuce, tomato and pineapple curry mayo on the side. Served with 1 side. Gluten free option.
Buffalo Chicken Wrap
Chicken tenders in Buffalo sauce with lettuce, tomatoes, red onions, and Blue cheese dressing. Served with 1 side.
Fried Haddock Sandwich
Lettuce, tomato and tartar sauce on the side.
Sliced Beef Brisket Sandwich
Served with 1 side. Gluten free option.
Crispy Chicken Sandwich
Deep Fried Boneless Chicken Breast with lettuce, onions, avocados and a Habanero Ranch Sauce
American Burger
8 oz. sirloin blend served with 1 side. Gluten free option.
Smash Burger
Two 4 oz. Beef Patties, American cheese, chopped Onions, Pickles, topped with our Comeback Sauce. "A gourmet twist on a Big Mac"
Soul Burger
8 oz. Burger, Topped with Carmalized Onions, Fried Green Tomatoes, Chihuahua Cheese, & Roasted Red Pepper & Garlic Aioli Sauce. Served with 1 Side.
Build Your Own Burger
8 oz. sirloin blend served with 1 side. Gluten free option.
Veggie Burger
Vegan, Plant based. Served with lettuce, tomato and salsa mayo on the side with 1 side. Gluten free option.
Burgers
Mexican
Quesadilla
Grilled flour tortilla with melted Jack Cheese blend, roasted mushrooms, onions and peppers (which can not be separated). Served with sour cream and salsa.
Big Burrito
Stuffed with roasted mushrooms, onions, peppers, (which can not be separated) Rice and Monterey Jack cheese. Topped with enchilada sauce and sour cream.
Verde Bowl
Lettuce, rice, Monterey Jack cheese, coleslaw, chili, chopped tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, sour cream and guacamole. Topped with our homemade Verde Sauce.
Pulled Pork Plate
Served with 2 sides and cornbread.
Pulled Chicken Plate
Served with 2 sides and cornbread.
St. Louis Pork Ribs Plate - 1/3 Rack
Served with 2 sides and cornbread.
St. Louis Pork Ribs Plate - 1/2 Rack
Served with 2 sides and cornbread.
St. Louis Pork Ribs Plate - Full Rack
Served with 2 sides and cornbread.
Smoked Sausage Plate
Served with 2 sides and cornbread.
2 Meat Smokin' Combo
Served with 2 sides and cornbread.
3 Meat Smokin' Combo
Served with 2 sides and cornbread.
Sliced Beef Brisket Plate
Served with 2 sides and cornbread.
Rotisserie Chicken Half
Served with 2 sides & cornbread
BBQ Plates & Combos
Grilled & Fried Plates
Grilled Steak Tips
Served with 2 sides and cornbread.
Grilled Salmon
Served with salsa mayo on the side, 2 sides and cornbread.
Grilled Turkey Tips
Served with cranberry sauce, 2 sides and cornbread.
Fried Haddock Plate
Served with tartar sauce, 2 sides and cornbread.
Prime Rib / Thursday Nights ONLY
1 lb. Boneless Prime Rib served with 2 side choices, Au Jus, and Corn Bread. Serving on Thurs. Nights only while it lasts. (Price adjustment due to the increase in beef cost)
Cornbread
Creamy Mac & Cheese
Baked Beans
Red Bliss Mashed Potatoes
Mashed Sweet Potatoes
Roasted Mushroom, Onion & Peppers
String Beans
Spanish Rice
Southern Greens
Coleslaw
Potato Salad
Deli-Style Pickles
BBQ Sauces - 1/2 Pint
BBQ Sauces - 1 Pint
Cucumber, Onion & Carrot Salad
Side Orders
Lil' Piglets
Kids Hamburger
For Little piglets under 10. Served with French fries or applesauce. Gluten Free option
Kids Cheeseburger
For little piglets under 10. Served with French fries or applesauce. Gluten Free option.
Bowl of Mac and Cheese
For little piglets under 10.
Hot Dog
For little piglets under 10. Served with French fries or applesauce.
Pulled Pork Sandwich
For little piglets under 10. Served with French fries or applesauce. Gluten free option.
Pulled Chicken Sandwich
For little piglets under 10. Served with French fries or applesauce. Gluten free option.
Chicken Tenders (3)
For little piglets under 10. Served with French fries or applesauce.
Ribs (2)
For little piglets under 10. Served with French fries or applesauce.
Homemade Bourbon Pecan Pie
Homemade Key Lime Pie
Apple Crisp
Chocolate Cake
Chocolate Chip Cookie with Ice Cream
Jumbo Double Chocolate Chip Cookie served with Vanilla Ice Cream on the side
Vanilla Ice Cream Cup
"Chococoa" Whoopie Pies
Choose 2 from three varieties, Original, Raspberry or Bailey's Cream
Desserts
Watering' Trough
Fountain Soda
Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, Gingerale, Lemonade, Southern Sweet Iced Tea or Unsweetened Iced Tea
Bottled Drinks
Bottled Water, Lime Rickey or Root Beer
HIPPIE JUICE / Peach Cocktail
Homemade Cocktail made with Grain Alcohol, mixed with Peach Schnapps, Fresh Peaches and Vanilla.
HIPPIE JUICE / Cider Cocktail
A Homemade Cocktail made with Grain Alcohol mixed with Captain Morgan, Cider & Spices. Served in it's own bottle.
BTL. Chardonnay/St. Michelle
BTL. Rose'/Tormaresca
BTL. Pinot Grigio/Casalini
BTL. Sauvignon Blanc/Kono
BTL. Sauvignon Blanc/Kim Crawford
BTL. Pinot Noir/Carmel Road
BTL. Zinfandel/Gnarly Head
BTL. Merlot/Seven Falls
BTL. Cabernet Sauvignon/Avalon
BTL. Cabernet Sauvignon/DeCoy
Corona Bottle
Corona Light Bottle
Budweiser Bottle
Bud Lite Bottle
Michelob Ultra Bottle
Miller Light Bottle
Angry Orchard Bottle
Truly
Hard Seltzer - G.F.
High Noon
Assorted Flavors
Truly Hard Seltzer
Assorted Flavors
Non Alcoholic Heineken Bottle
Smoked Sandwich Meats Quart
Serves 4-6.
Smoked Sandwich Meats Pint
Serves 2.
Smoked Sandwich Meats Half Pan
Serves 15-18.
St. Louis Pork Ribs - Half Rack (6 Ribs)
St. Louis Pork Ribs - Full Rack (12 Ribs)
Jumbo Chicken Wings - 12 Pieces
Jumbo Chicken Wings - 30 Pieces
Fried Chicken Tenders 4 lbs. Bulk
4 pounds, about 22 pieces.
Grilled Steak Tips 1 Lb.
1 pound.
Turkey Tips 1Lb.
1 pound.
Grilled Salmon 1 Lb.
1 pound.
"Route 66" Chili Quart
Quart.
BBQ Sauces Bulk - 1/2 Pint
BBQ Sauces Bulk - Pint
Cornbread Bulk - Single
Cornbread Bulk - 18 Pieces
String Beans Bulk - Pint
String Beans Bulk - Quart
String Beans Bulk - Half Pan
Macaroni & Cheese Bulk - Pint
Macaroni & Cheese Bulk - Quart
Macaroni & Cheese Bulk - Half Pan
Sweet Mashed Potatoes - Pint
Sweet Mashed Potatoes - Quart
Sweet Mashed Potatoes - Half Pan
Baked Beans Bulk - Pint
Baked Beans Bulk - Quart
Baked Beans Bulk - Half Pan
Coleslaw Bulk - Pint
Coleslaw Bulk - Quart
Coleslaw Bulk - Half Pan
Cucumber, Onion & Carrot Salad Bulk - Pint
Cucumber, Onion & Carrot Salad Bulk - Quart
Cucumber, Onion & Carrot Salad Bulk - Half Pan
Jerk Spiced Potato Chips Bulk - Bag
Quart.
Jerk Spiced Potato Chips Bulk - Medium Bowl
Quart.
Jerk Spiced Potato Chips Bulk - Large Bowl
Quart.
Mushrooms, Onions & Peppers Bulk - Pint
Mushrooms, Onions & Peppers Bulk - Quart
Mushrooms, Onions & Peppers Bulk - Half Pan
Red Bliss Mashed Potatoes Bulk - Pint
Red Bliss Mashed Potatoes Bulk - Quart
Red Bliss Mashed Potatoes Bulk - Half Pan
Potato Salad Bulk - Pint
Potato Salad Bulk - Quart
Potato Salad Bulk - Half Pan
Southern Greens Bulk - Pint
Southern Greens Bulk - Quart
Southern Greens Bulk - Half Pan
Spanish Rice Bulk - Pint
Spanish Rice Bulk - Quart
Spanish Rice Bulk - Half Pan
Deli-Style Pickles Bulk - Pint
Deli-Style Pickles Bulk - Quart
Deli-Style Pickles Bulk - Half Pan
Sandwich Rolls-Dozen
Dozen.
Gluten-Free Roll
Each.
Bulk A La Carte Menu
Pig-Nic Packs
Pig-Nic Pack Serves 6-7
Serves 6-7. Includes 1 rack of Memphis ribs, 1 pint choice of; pulled pork, pulled chicken, smoked sausage, or beef brisket. 2 half rotisserie chickens cut in half. 3 pints of your side choice. 6 pieces of cornbread and 1/2 pint bbq sauce.
Pig-Nic Pack Serves 10-11
Serves 10-11. Includes 1&1/2 rack of Memphis ribs, 1 quart choice of pulled pork, pulled chicken, smoked sausage, or beef brisket. 3 half rotisserie chickens cut in half. 2 quarts of your choice of sides. 10 pieces of cornbread and 2 half-pints of Bbq Sauce.
Pig-Nic Pack Serves 14-15
Serves 14-15. Includes 2 racks of Memphis ribs, 2 quart choices of pulled pork, pulled chicken, smoked sausage, or beef brisket. 4 half rotisseries cut in half. 3 quarts of your choice sides. 14 pieces of cornbread and 2 half-pints of BBQ sauce.