The Smoke Shop BBQ has closed its East Boston restaurant, with the owner of the award-winning chain saying he plans to focus on other more profitable locations.

The Smoke Shop BBQ East Boston, which opened in July 2023 , closed this past Sunday, Oct. 5, owner Andy Husbands told MassLive in a statement Wednesday. The restaurant was located along the East Boston waterfront at 45 Lewis St.

“We truly loved being in Eastie — the neighborhood, the people, and of course that incredible view. We’re grateful for the many regulars who supported us and for our team members who worked so hard to bring amazing BBQ and hospitality to the community," he wrote. “We’ll miss East Boston and our neighbors there, but we’re proud of the time we spent in the community and thankful for the support of our gu

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