Fire & Flavor BBQ — Restaurant in Metuchen

Fire & Flavor Grill in Metuchen, NJ, offers an exceptional dining experience that brings the rich traditions of Portuguese barbecue to life. This family-owned and operated establishment prides itself on authentic flavors and generous portions, all prepared over a traditional brick charcoal pit.

The menu features a variety of grilled meats, with popular choices like the combination platter of chicken and spare ribs, served alongside rice and homemade fries. The grilled picanha, a succulent sirloin steak, is another standout dish that showcases the restaurant’s commitment to quality and flavor. For seafood enthusiasts, the shrimp and garlic dinner, accompanied by rice and French fries, is a must-try. Each meal is thoughtfully prepared, ensuring a delightful culinary journey.

Guests consistently praise the restaurant for its flavorful dishes and substantial servings. One reviewer noted, “Had a great dinner here. Took it to go and everything was hot and packaged well. The portions are huge.”  Another shared, “You can see the open flame Portuguese BBQ so you know it’s going to be good! Everything was super flavorful and the portions are huge.”

The ambiance at Fire & Flavor Grill is warm and inviting, reflecting its family-run roots. The interior boasts an industrial barn-style design, creating a cozy atmosphere that complements the hearty meals. Whether you’re dining in or opting for takeout, the staff ensures a pleasant and efficient experience.

In addition to dine-in services, Fire & Flavor Grill offers catering for parties and events, bringing their delectable Portuguese cuisine to your special occasions. For those who prefer to enjoy their meals at home, takeout and delivery options are available, with food arriving hot and well-packaged.

Overall, Fire & Flavor Grill stands out as a gem in Metuchen, delivering authentic Portuguese barbecue with exceptional quality and value. It’s a dining destination that promises to satisfy both your appetite and your taste...

It's not easy opening up a restaurant. However, thanks for offering a different taste in cuisine close to my home.

Nothing beats charcoal bbq. Their chicken and ribs are a definite go to for an enjoyable experience. I have yet to try more items on their menu, but the rice/meat/fries combination is solid. Eat it fresh, seriously. I notice the difference when it's plated fresh. Their sausage appetizer doesn't only contain chorizo, there are some other sausages the Portuguese eat that are inside. I like the variety. I have to point out to people that are used to fish fillet that their salmon and bacalau entrees have bones. I'm fine with it, means it's a fresh cut, but little FYI to those that don't like bones. End the meal with an espresso, it's exactly like the ones I've had in Portugal! If you're not too full, as they give decently sized PORTIONS, grab some of the chef's home made dessert. Portuguese pineapple cake and pastas de natas, very good!

This portuguese bbq restaurant also offers some extra goodies. Get on the good side of the chef and you'll be eating delicious prosciutto, heh.

Price is fair, definitely cheaper compared to many restaurants in Metuchen. Im also glad I don't have to drive all the way to Newark now for Portuguese BBQ. Chef Wilson and co also do their best to improve. They are very open to feed back and adjusting to customer preferences. I'm looking out for that...

Very confused by all of the positive reviews of this place. The BEST part of my meal was the bottled soda. The garlic shrimp was alright. The chicken was good. The ribs were undercooked and the “BBQ” sauce was nothing more than ketchup with pepper in it. The meat was under seasoned. I’d rate my meal 3/10. I wouldn’t recommended this place AT ALL unless you’re lost and starving.

Now I’ll respond to the owner's response to me:

We complained to the server about the meal, and she did nothing other than apologize. Having two below par items off the menu and good chicken doesn’t encourage me to try other items. Also, if you’re patting yourself on the back because the barbecue sauce was free, then that’s sad. We were told the bbq sauce was on the side, and we were given the tiniest plastic servings of it. 1 each. That means we could have dipped four French fries into the bbq sauce and it would have been gone. We figured we would at least get enough to put sauce on all the meats, especially since the meat was dying to have added flavor. You call yourself a BBQ place, yet you skimp on the bbq and purchase the worst bbq sauce I’ve had in my life. I wouldn’t change the rating because it was a 1 star experience for sure. The only thing that would have made it a three star rating is if we got some...