50 Best Barbeque Restaurants near Campbell

“New Years Eve 2025 was amazing. The BBQ pork ribs were smoked, meaty and the sauce was delicious. Hope this is the recipe that will be used in the future as well. The band was fun and played music from the 70s up. For New Years reservations were required so the place wasn’t over crowded.
This is a family owned business and the entire family did a wonderful job providing an excellent experience bringing in the New Year.
We’re looking forward to going to Little Lou’s BBQ for another delicious dinner and dancing again soon! Bob and Judy Bugarin“

“Ordered the mixed BBQ plate and a few musubi on the go. The portion for the plate is generous and the size of the musubi is good. However, the taste of the food is generally okay without any pleasant surprises. It is definitely a go to place for getting good food at great prices.“

“The food was the bomb! The mac and cheese was off the hook delicious. I couldn’t stop eating it! My hot link was cooked perfectly. My wife had the fried fish with the yams and fries, and loved it. In fact, my son, who had the maple pecan waffles and chicken, finished off my wife’s fish, along with the cornbread muffin and fries. The food was so delicious that my wife came back to the downtown location the next night with her friends before they went to see “ And Juliet” at Broadway San Jose! We definitely will be back to the downtown location before our next Broadway SJ show,and plan to go to the other location on Monday!“

“At poke places, it is so important for the food to be fresh. You don't have to worry about this here. The staff is willing to help you arrange your bowl if you want any suggestions about pairings. Highly recommend!“

“One of many Hawaiian BBQ spots I've been tok and it is really solid.

Nothing was bad and pretty much everything was a bit above average compared to other similar spots. Spam musubi was a little salty however.

Pricing is a tad higher then other Hawaiian BBQ spots though.“

“I’ve been coming to this restaurant for over 30 years, and it has never disappointed. The food is consistently fresh, flavorful, and clearly made with care. The service is always friendly and attentive, and the staff makes you feel genuinely welcome every time you walk in. The restaurant is clean, comfortable, and well maintained, which adds to the overall pleasant experience. It’s a place I trust and return to again and again, whether for a quick meal or a special gathering. Highly
recommended for anyone looking for great food, excellent service, and a welcoming atmosphere.“

“We've come to the age where we value quality over quantity when it comes to food; gone are the days of overstuffing ourselves at AYCE locations. As a result, we're always in search of new restaurants where the food really hits the spot and leaves us feeling satisfied. One of my friends recommended Baekjeong, as it was his favorite and go-to kbbq spot in the bay area. I was able to book a same-day reservation for our party of 6, and we ordered 2 large beef combos. The staff cooks the meat for you, and provides around 6 banchans and 2 salad types. Our server was Risa, who was super friendly and attentive, and we felt right at home with her. She kept everything running smoothly and made us feel so welcome. The food was fresh, flavorful, and came out quickly. Since then, many days have passed, but I'll have moments where I think back and crave the food we had at Baekjeong. I'm always looking forward to the next time I can come back.

Additional notes: Free wifi is available. Restaurant is on the exterior of Valley Fair mall. Parking is by the Stevens Creek parking garage with a short walk through the mall; most of the parking directly in front is only for the bank. Entrance is on the first floor, but restaurant is on the second floor with both stairs and elevator access. There usually is a host downstairs at the entrance to admit you, and you wait in the waiting room upstairs. They give a free soda to designated drivers!“

“Dino ribs , pork ribs , brisket, bacon wrapped Jalapeño poppers“

“First time there and the food was absolutely amazing - can not recommend the brisket“

“How often can you get to chat wit the Owner??? Wow this was a great for our group. The service was quick and the food was great. Highly recommend even for large groups! They accommodated us well 5 stars!!!!!“

“Tried meat only, brisket, tri-tip, and pulled pork since on keto diet right now. Brisket was tasty & tender with a good amount of smoke on it, just how I like it. What's the point of bbq if you can't really taste that the meat was smoked? Also enjoyed the tri-tip & pork. When I am in the area and have a hankering for great BBQ, which is often, I'll be back“

“We didn’t realize the restaurant had been rebranded but the food was even better than the original Armadillo Willy’s! I love the turkey avocado sandwich, it’s huge with big cuts of turkey, fresh avocado on tasty buttered and toasted bread.“

“Love it experiences …. 😍🥰“

“Best tritip!! best potato salad!!! best beans!!! best garlic bread!!! best customer service!!! The only BBQ I will ever eat here in south bay! prayers they come to san mateo and alameda County fairs next summer! and state fair!“

“Great food, drinks and people!“

“A old school broiler with awesome people running the business. I had the French Burger, absolutely delicious. Will be back for another great meal. Also the bathrooms are so clean and nice smelling.“

“Really good bbq! My family and I love coming here!“

“the best brisket Italian sausage“

“The caterer for my daughter's wedding canceled a week before the wedding. Latin-Asian-Fusion Kitchen came through with exactly what was needed. The help was sincere and the food was great. Everybody complimented the food and there was plenty. Roddy responded to us promptly and kept in touch throughout the week and event. Great experience!!“

“This is a nice street food you need to try. The menu has plenty of selections. I tried lamb skews, beef skews, bean skews, fried chicken bones, and the hot pot. I like everything, except the fried chicken bones. The food is mild. The owner is really friendly. I will come back to try others.“

“Great food. Steeler Nation!“

“the best brunch buffet In Bay area. amazing kitchen. 10 stars“

“Amazing!!!!! Go for it))))) so good“

“Best Smoked Crispy Pata (which has to be ordered ahead) and cornbread! Chef adds his special ingredients to the dishes and the taste is out of this world! This restaurant is a must try for all you foodies.“

“Great experience! The broth base was rich and well-seasoned—far beyond expectations for a rotating buffet hotpot. Ingredients were fresh, and picking dishes from the belt was fun and easy. No tips means it’s fully DIY, which actually suits me well—I love eating without interruptions or forced mid-meal check-ins. I’ll definitely come back again!“

“We didn’t realize the restaurant had been rebranded but the food was even better than the original Armadillo Willy’s! I love the turkey avocado sandwich, it’s huge with big cuts of turkey, fresh avocado on tasty buttered and toasted bread.“

“This store is expert of Chinese BBQ for a long time. Roast ducks and piglets are the best among San Jose BBQ stores. Squid is tasty too. I will go back here for sure. I hope the store can look a little bit clean and neat. It will definitely attract more customers.“

“It's a food truck restaurant. But they have covered seating which they share with another pop up Mexican restaurant.A sign in the sidewalk directs you inside a driveway. It's the covered restaurant right there in the left. You can't tell because the sign is for the restaurant they share the eating space with.Menu is very limited but it's well prepare and good.Lumpia is fresh; he rolls and then deep fries them right there. The chicken with garlic rice is tasty. The garlic rice is actually white rice topped with toasted garlic. Try the pork and tocino skewers.“

“Great food. I loved the pancit, but they were out of Adobe.“

“JC's has been my go-to BBQ spot for over 25 years. I LOVE LOVE LOVE their beef ribs! The meat is always falling off the bone. And they're big! The hot links are addictive, the chicken is perfect and when I used to work close by, on my lunch break I would frequently get their pulled pork. I'm obsessed with the garden salad & dressing!! Always so consistently fresh and crisp! Would recommend 10 out of 10!“

“The Hut has the best Tri tip sandwich I’ve ever had. The pulled pork and pulled chicken sandwich is to die for!! The French fries are always yummy😋you really can’t go wrong with any thing on the menu ! My son loves the baby back ribs. The Hut is a warm , friendly, fun , place do dine!! The service is always great!!“

“1st timers! Great ambiance! love the whole look of the place, very clean, fun atmosphere! Food was Great!! and the Waitress was excellent. We do wish they woulda kept the front door closed on such a cold nite. you couldn't even take off your jacket. overall⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“The food was good. The fried chicken po boy was awesome“

“Biggggg ups to the folks at Olioli. The serving size here is spectacular. The variety in the food on your plate is diverse enough to keep the otherwise heavy meat bearable. The white rice can be substitued for greens or brown rice. The food is well-seasoned with nothing too overbearing as long as your plate is t all BBQ. The musubi was good enough that I didn't get any sideshot before my girlfriend and I ate them all. The people here are chill and they keep the place clean enough. You can order at your table or at the front counter but do note that there's a service fee, ordering at the table. If you enjoy Hawaiian BBQ, you owe it to yourself to stop by if you're in the area.“

“Friendly and helpful staff, great environment, attentive. my first time having Caribbean food and got the jerk chicken, the extra sauce is highly recommended for the extra kick.“

“Interesting BBQ joint. Came here as a large party and took the entire restaurant and indoor seating area. Roughly 100 people. The grills on the table were warming trays and the skewers were brought to the table fully cooked. It's definitely an experience and has traditional Chinese street vendor BBQ vibes although the quality of the ingredients is average. They do have some unique prepared dishes which I enjoyed from the vermicelli garlic scallops and oysters that were super tasty.“

“Hole in the wall Korean BBQ and ramen joint. Don't expect much for ambiance, just a walkup counter and take your food to go. There's no restroom available and no free water.The cheese ramen is a delicious surprise - creamy, with a smidge of spice. The sandwiches are a pile of meat on bread, no veggies and sides are extra. I got the King sandwich, which is a pile of pork rib meat and hot links on a simple white bread roll. It was very good, but I'd like to add kimchi next time for some variety.“

“Among many Korean BBQ restaurants, this place truly stands out for both quality and value. Compared to other BBQ spots, the pricing is very reasonable, allowing families to enjoy a satisfying and filling meal together. Side dishes are generously refilled, the meat quality is excellent, and the service is consistently attentive and friendly. This is definitely a must-try Korean BBQ restaurant in the Bay Area.“

“I love bbq chicken ❤️I eat it twice a month. I always order two kinds of boneless chicken and cheese sticks. There are two types of batter, one is crunchy. The other is crispy like tempura. Both are very delicious 😋 The spicy seasoning is really spicy, so it doesn't suit me. People who like spicy food will be satisfied.“

“Very nice ambiance and great service. All staffs look professional and prompt.“

“This is a great place for Thai food! We have been here twice and never disappointed. Has a very good ambience too.

Tom Yum soup was our favorite based on other review recommendation. We even loved the Pad Thai that we ordered. Basil fried rice was on spicier side but we liked the heat, perfect to cool off with the classic Thai ice tea!“

“Second location I've been to of this chain and overall it was solid.
Had their seafood combo with chicken, while nothing was stand out amongst the three, all where pretty good.

Their chicken katsu musubi while pricy was great. Their mac salad while decent was a bit loose.

Pricing is pretty in line as well so would recommend.“

“delicious. love the jerk sauce“

“Very Good quality of meat barbecue. But service is bad.“

“Went here today and the guy cooking deserves praise as I'm a 35 year Vegetarian and this guy saw my food had no meat in it so he kept my food separate And he wiped the cooking utensils after he touched the meat in another meal, I really appreciated that act as it made me want to come back and eat here again!! Well done sir!!“

“Pizza took a little longer than usual to get but other than everything was perfect.“

“edamame is bomb and so delicious. and service is the best“

“Very clean and nice Korean restaurant with tons of delicious vegetarian choices from pancakes, salads, tofu soups and side dishes!!!!

Not oily, no food coma after the meal! No more “Give me whole bottle of water! My body is filled with MSG!!!”

Highly recommended ?????“

“Known for their menu family-style plates to share, Daeho brings quality Korean food to the Bay Area. Make sure to enjoy the food while it’s hot because as it cools it becomes more thick and heavier to eat.

Doh Gal Jjim / braised short rib + ox tendon (~$110 for large with add ons of mozzarella cheese, potato noodles, and rice cakes): shared this between 3 people and was not able to finish it. The presentation was amazing – the staff bring it in a hot stone bowl and blow-torch the cheese in front of you. The meat is extremely tender and juicy due to it being braised. We got the highest spice level and it was perfect – it made an impact but not overbearing to the point where it ruined the meal. The potatoes and caramelized onions were great complements to the beef. The ox cartilage was extremely gooey but I wish they added more.

Spicy Kalbitang ($24 for regular size): flavorful and refreshing soup that would taste amazing on a cold day. Broth was light and great salt levels – never fell flat on flavor.

Kalbi Ttoek-bokki ($13): basically the same sauce and seasoning as the Kalbijjik dishes but a smaller portion to share if you want to try other menu items.

Had to make a Yelp reservation in advanced, and upon arrival to confirm the reservation, had to wait for about 20 minutes. The restaurant is small in size but relies on a quick turnover rate and quick service to host many guests. The staff even pack up the food for you with their own sealed containers. I would go here maybe once or twice a year to celebrate with family or friends but the wait time deters me from coming back more frequently.“