Nestled in Putney, Vermont, right off Interstate 91, Curtis’ All American Bar-Be-Que is an iconic open-air roadside staple known for its authentic pit-smoked barbecue cooked right out of two converted school buses. Drawing locals and road-trippers for decades, this historic spot offers an unpretentious outdoor dining experience centered around hardwood-smoked pork ribs, smoky chicken, classic homemade sides, and a relaxed country atmosphere.
Historic Roadside Charm:ย Pit-smoked barbecue served straight from customized converted school buses for a truly authentic Vermont road-trip stop.
Open-Pit Hardwood Cooking:ย Slow-smoked meats prepared over open flames and hardwood coals.
Tender Ribs & Chicken:ย Tender pork ribs that pull off the bone alongside juicy pit-smoked chicken quarters.
Signature Vinegar BBQ Sauce:ย Served with house-crafted barbecue sauce available in Mild, Hot, and Super varieties.
Homestyle Country Sides:ย Generous portions of classic sides ranging from potato salad and baked beans to collard greens, sweet yams, and sweet corn on the cob.
Relaxed Outdoor Dining:ย Plenty of shaded picnic tables creating a casual, pet-friendly, and family-welcoming atmosphere right off the highway.
Menu & Offerings
Pit-Smoked Ribs & Chicken
Item
Description
Small Rib Platter
Two pit-smoked pork ribs served with signature BBQ sauce
Medium Rib Platter
Four ribs smoked over open hardwood coals
Half-a-Slab Ribs
Six ribs smoked tender with your choice of sauce heat level
Full Slab Ribs
Thirteen full ribs cooked slow over the pit
Add-a-Rib
Single rib add-on to complement any order
Half-a-Chicken
Half chicken pit-smoked over hardwood coals
1/4 Leg & Thigh
Quarter chicken portion featuring leg and thigh
1/4 Breast & Wing
Quarter chicken portion featuring breast and wing
The Combo
Combination platter featuring 1/4 chicken and 2 pit-smoked ribs
Family Pig Pile
Large family feast featuring 1 full slab of ribs, 1 half chicken, and 5 large sides
Pulled Meats & Loaded Items
Item
Description
Pulled Pork or Chicken by the Pound
Available by the pound or half-pound
Platter Plate
Choice of pulled pork or chicken served with two sides
Stuffed Potato
Large baked potato stuffed with pulled pork or chicken
Stuffed Potato w/ “The Works”
Stuffed potato topped with meat, VT cheddar, bacon bits, mushrooms, sour cream, chives, and BBQ sauce
Pork or Chicken on-a-Roll
Pulled pork or chicken sandwich served with potato chips
