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.

US$10.50

14 Hour Smoked Pork Shoulder

Slow smoked and pulled, choice of sauce.

US$8.00

Baby Back Pork Ribs

Half rack. Slow smoked pork ribs with your choice of sauce.

US$13.00

Sliced Brisket

Slow smoked beef brisket sliced and served with choice of sauce.

US$14.00

Jumbo Chicken Quarter

2 pound average slow smoked, tender and juicy chicken quarter. Sandwich, single or double.

US$11.00

Smoked Sausage Link

A link of our slow smoked pork sausage.

US$6.00

The Famous Brisket Cheesesteak

Sliced smoked beef brisket sauteed with smoked onions and peppers, melted American cheese and smokehouse aioli on a hoagie.

US$16.00

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.

US$4.00

Smoked Meatloaf Sandwich

Smoked New England style meatloaf, sliced Gouda, smoked onions and peppers and our smokehouse aioli on a brioche bun.

US$13.00

Smokehouse Chicken Salad Sandwich

Smoked chicken salad, sliced Gouda, spring greens, marinated tomato and crispy fried chicken skins topped with our street corn sauce.

US$12.00

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.

US$8.00

Classic Cole Slaw

US$4.00

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.

US$6.00

Garlicky Green Beans

Fresh green beans sauteed with butter and fresh minced garlic.

US$6.00

Scratch Made Cornbread And Butter

US$2.00

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.

US$6.50

Maple Mustard Potato Salad

Tender Yukon Gold potatoes, Connecticut maple syrup and mustard dressing.

US$6.00

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

US$15.00

The Famous Brisket Cheese Steak

Sliced smoked beef brisket sauteed with smoked onions and peppers, melted American cheese and smokehouse aioli on a hoagie.

US$16.00

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.

US$18.00

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.

US$17.00

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.

US$18.00

Pure Leaf Unsweetened Iced Tea

Brewed using freshly picked tea leaves so every sip is as sweet as the last.

US$5.00

Hosmer Mountain Root Beer

US$3.00

Pepsi Btl

The bold, refreshing, robust cola

US$4.00

Aquafina Water Btl

Pure water for a perfect taste.

US$3.00

Diet Dr. Pepper Btl

US$4.00

Pure Leaf Sweet Tea

Brewed using freshly picked tea leaves so every sip is as sweet as the last.

US$5.00

Diet Pepsi Btl

A crisp tasting, refreshing pop of sweet, fizzy bubbles without calories.

US$4.00

Dr. Pepper Btl

US$4.00

Drinks

Combos and Family Meals

One Meat Combo

Choice of any one meat and 2 sides with choice of sauce.

US$18.00

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.

US$73.00

Two Meat Combo

Choice of any 2 meats and 2 sides with choice of sauce.

US$24.00

The Portly Platter

Slow smoked pork shoulder, baby back ribs and smoked local pork sausage with your choice of sauce and 2 sides.

US$29.00

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.

US$10.00

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.

US$15.00

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.

US$14.00

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.

US$11.00

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.

US$7.00

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.

US$8.00