Rockland, Maine

SMOKE IS OUR
LANGUAGE.

Hand-rubbed meats, low-and-slow over real wood, finished with sauces crafted in-house. Taboo BBQ doesn't cut corners — we cut brisket.

REAL WOOD SMOKE

No liquid smoke, no shortcuts. We burn hickory and oak the old way — slow, steady, and full of flavor.

HAND-RUBBED DAILY

Every spice blend is mixed from scratch each morning. Dry rubs that actually stick and crust up right.

FRESH BAKERY GOODS

From golden cornbread to flaky biscuits baked on-site — our breads are the perfect companion to anything from the pit.

BBQ pit master working at a smoker

BUILT ON PATIENCE
AND GOOD FIRE

Taboo BBQ started with a simple belief: if you're going to smoke meat, do it right. That means quality cuts, real wood, and enough time for the smoke to do its job — not the other way around.

Located in the heart of Rockland, we've become a destination for people who know the difference between grilled and smoked. Every brisket, rib, and sausage on our menu is treated with the same respect: low heat, clean smoke, and zero rush.

12+
Hours per batch
100%
Real wood smoke
3
House sauces

LOVED IN ROCKLAND

"Best brisket I've had anywhere in Maine. The bark is perfect and the smoke ring is real — you can taste the patience in every bite."

Local Food Enthusiast
Rockland, ME

"The cornbread alone is worth the drive. Paired with the pulled pork and their tangy sauce — this is what BBQ should be."

Satisfied Customer
Camden, ME

"Finally a smokehouse in the area that takes this seriously. The ribs fall off the bone and the sauce is next level. My new go-to."

Regular Customer
Rockland, ME

COME GET SOME

Address

5 Payne Ave
Rockland, ME 04841-2117

Hours

Mon – Sat: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Sunday: Closed

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