The Portly Pig BBQ and Catering Menu
Welcome to The Portly Pig BBQ and Catering, where mouthwatering flavors meet authentic Southern charm. Nestled in Hartford, CT, this eatery delivers a tantalizing menu that celebrates classic BBQ dishes with a modern twist. Customers rave about the pulled pork, perfectly complemented by a variety of sides, including spicy beans and homemade coleslaw. The comforting cornbread is a must-try, served alongside dishes that include a delightful “Soon to be Famous” bowl with savory mashed potatoes, corn, and rich gravy.
- For those with a sweet tooth, the smoked chocolate bourbon bread pudding is a heavenly finale.
- Friendly staff and a welcoming environment enhance the overall dining experience.
Whether you’re looking for a casual meal or catering for a special event, The Portly Pig is sure to deliver a flavor-packed adventure!
Meats by the Pound
Smoked Meatloaf
House made New England style meatloaf, slow smoked for a unique flavor.
14 Hour Smoked Pork Shoulder
Slow smoked and pulled, choice of sauce.
Baby Back Pork Ribs
Half rack. Slow smoked pork ribs with your choice of sauce.
Sliced Brisket
Slow smoked beef brisket sliced and served with choice of sauce.
Jumbo Chicken Quarter
2 pound average slow smoked, tender and juicy chicken quarter. Sandwich, single or double.
Smoked Sausage Link
A link of our slow smoked pork sausage.
The Famous Brisket Cheesesteak
Sliced smoked beef brisket sauteed with smoked onions and peppers, melted American cheese and smokehouse aioli on a hoagie.
Sliders
A mini brioche bun loaded with your choice of: Sliced brisket, Pulled chicken, Pulled rib meat or Pulled pork Topped with sauce of your choice.
Smoked Meatloaf Sandwich
Smoked New England style meatloaf, sliced Gouda, smoked onions and peppers and our smokehouse aioli on a brioche bun.
Smokehouse Chicken Salad Sandwich
Smoked chicken salad, sliced Gouda, spring greens, marinated tomato and crispy fried chicken skins topped with our street corn sauce.
Sandwiches and Sliders
Sides
Mexican Street Corn
Our signature Mexican street corn. Off the cob bread and butter corn, seasoned and roasted then tossed with our creamy street corn sauce loaded with crumbled Cotija cheese and fresh lime.
Classic Cole Slaw
Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Country style, skin on, mashed potatoes loaded with roasted garlic. Always served with a side of our scratch made smoked gravy.
Garlicky Green Beans
Fresh green beans sauteed with butter and fresh minced garlic.
Scratch Made Cornbread And Butter
12 Hour Smoked Beans
Inspired by the traditional Boston dish, our beans are slow smoked for 12 hours for a deep, rich flavor with a smoky twist.
Maple Mustard Potato Salad
Tender Yukon Gold potatoes, Connecticut maple syrup and mustard dressing.
Pork Belly Burnt Ends
5 pieces of what can only be described as pork candy, served with a side of scratch made cornbread and butter
The Famous Brisket Cheese Steak
Sliced smoked beef brisket sauteed with smoked onions and peppers, melted American cheese and smokehouse aioli on a hoagie.
Pork Rib Mac And Cheese
Pulled pork rib meat sauteed in garlic oil and tossed with creamy house cheese sauce and ziti. Topped with garlic toasted cornbread crumbs and a dusting of honey Chipotle rub.
The "Soon-To-Be" Famous BBQ Bowl
Our own scratch made roasted garlic mashed potatoes, house made smoked gravy, roasted sweet corn and melted cheddar. Add your choice of house smoked meat and house made sauce.
Featured Items
House Specialty
Pork Rib Mac And Cheese
Pulled pork rib meat sauteed in garlic oil and tossed with creamy house cheese sauce and ziti. Topped with garlic toasted cornbread crumbs and a dusting of honey Chipotle rub.
Pure Leaf Unsweetened Iced Tea
Brewed using freshly picked tea leaves so every sip is as sweet as the last.
Hosmer Mountain Root Beer
Pepsi Btl
The bold, refreshing, robust cola
Aquafina Water Btl
Pure water for a perfect taste.
Diet Dr. Pepper Btl
Pure Leaf Sweet Tea
Brewed using freshly picked tea leaves so every sip is as sweet as the last.
Diet Pepsi Btl
A crisp tasting, refreshing pop of sweet, fizzy bubbles without calories.
Dr. Pepper Btl
Drinks
Combos and Family Meals
One Meat Combo
Choice of any one meat and 2 sides with choice of sauce.
Classic Barbecue Family Meal
1.5 pounds of 14 hour smoked pork shoulder, 1 full rack of baby back pork ribs, 3 smoked sausages, your choice of sauce, 4 pints of sides and scratch made cornbread with butter. Feeds 4-6 people.
Two Meat Combo
Choice of any 2 meats and 2 sides with choice of sauce.
The Portly Platter
Slow smoked pork shoulder, baby back ribs and smoked local pork sausage with your choice of sauce and 2 sides.
Loaded Smokehouse Kettle Chips
Locally made kettle chips topped with house made cheese sauce, smoked beans, and your choice of meat and sauce finished with seasonal toppings.
Pork Belly Burnt Ends
5 pieces of what can only be described as pork candy, served with a side of scratch made cornbread and butter.
Smoked Wings
8 pc. Seasoned and smoked, then pan seared to crisp perfection, get them naked or tossed in any of our house made sauces. Please note, our wings are served with buttermilk ranch and carrot sticks on the side. We know, some folks like blue cheese and celery... but we like to live on the edge.
Loaded Barbecue Waffle
That's right, we said Loaded... Barbecue.... Waffle.... Fresh made cornbread waffle topped with CT maple and brown sugar butter, smoked beans, your choice of meat and sauce, and piled with fresh coleslaw.
Small Plates
Desserts
Smoked Apple Crisp
Our twist on a classic crisp, loaded with local apples and baked right in our smoker over a blend of hardwoods.
Smoked Chocolate And Bourbon Bread Pudding
The Portly Pig's signature dessert, rich dark chocolate custard laced with Litchfield Distillery Connecticut bourbon, hand torn brioche and chocolate chunks, smoker baked to perfection.