16 Best Barbeque Restaurants in Oakland

“Came here with my dad for the 1st time today after seeing them advertise on social media. My Pop's ordered the salmon combo plate with mac and cheese + greens. I had the brisket sandwhich combo with a potato latke and side of coleslaw. Came out to just under $50 for the both of us, not bad at all! Unique flavor profile, nice sized portions, and positive atmosphere. The food was fresh, place was clean, and the customer service top tier- the owner was there which was a bonus. The coleslaw isn't my favorite, as it's a pickled variety tasting heavily of vinegar, otherwise it was finger lickin' good! Will be returning soon. Thanks Crazyblock! +🪙“

“I'm from the southeast and grew up eating some of the best BBQ in the world. I've also had BBQ all over the US, including Texas, Kansas City, Tennessee, Georgia, and the Carolinas. Roderick's doesn't beat the BBQ from back home, but for California BBQ standards, it was a solid 10/10. Overall I'd give them an 8/10 if we're comparing across the entire US BBQ space. We tried smoked chicken and ribs with coleslaw and baked beans. It was delicious and we will be back. Thanks Roderick's for the friendly and quick service!“

“The most tender brisket I may have had anywhere. 🥰🥰“

“The catfish is second to none the drinks are impressive but no Nos energy drink and the clerk is non , no smile no gratitude just take my money take my number and move on, Dmv would love to hire her if things dont work out at the store. BBQ is the shisniz though.“

“On my way to the Bayfair farmer’s market I saw a guy bbq out on the sidewalk today. After the market, I decided to stop and long behold I found this place! 😄. had the delicious “Thank Que bowl and lumpia”. So fresh, tasty and delicious! I will be back.....thank u Chef Rene!“

“GOPCHANG LOVER’S PARADISE
If you’ve been missing your Korean Gopchang/intestines you had in SoCal, this is the spot to try! The portion is decent and flavor is there! Also love that there’s potato slices in there!

To avoid long lines, come during off hours like 3pm~ They don’t take same day reservations.

Other dishes-
Cold buckwheat noodles are 9/10
Soy sauce garlic chicken 7/10 (wish they weren’t full of fried batter clumps and wanted just wings)
Pork belly single serving 9/10
Spicy tofu soup 8.5/10 (love the tofu in there!)
Side dishes 8/10

Atmosphere-
Very loud and the music just adds to the noise, have to yell across the table for my friends to hear me, vise versa…. During busy hours that is.“

“Amazing vegan soul food! I highly recommend!!“

“The fried chicken is crispy outside and juicy tender inside. The various chicken combos are good deals. There is a wait for orders because the food is not precooked and sitting under heat lamps. Parking can be difficult and the small parking lot fills up quickly. I will definitely be returning!“

“First timer, great experience and great food! Loved it! Will be going back.“

“I recommend the family style dish, gives you an opportunity to try all the different types of meat and sides!“

“Stopped by Rue Rue’s BBQ and had a really good experience. The barbecue was smoky, flavorful, and cooked just right, with portions that were definitely satisfying.

The place has a laid-back, welcoming vibe and the staff were friendly and attentive. Great spot when you’re craving hearty BBQ and comfort food“

“Delicious food, generous portions, and great service. The chicken combo and aloha bbq mix are a must-try—so flavorful and perfectly cooked. iLava is consistently good every time!“

“Jong Ga House is the real deal if you’re looking for an authentic Korean meal. The food was excellent, the staff was wonderful, and the entire experience felt genuine and welcoming.

We tried quite a few dishes, and there were some definite standouts. The bulgogi was amazing, tender and packed with flavor. We also really liked the spicy pork, which had a great balance of heat and flavor. The hot pot bibimbap was another hit, arriving sizzling hot with that wonderful crispy rice developing along the bottom.

The kalbi had excellent flavor, although the meat was a little chewier than I would have liked. I’m also a fan of Korean BBQ cooked over charcoal, so I would have preferred charcoal grills to the gas grills they use here. There’s just something about that smoky charcoal flavor that takes Korean BBQ to another level.

Those are relatively minor complaints, though. Overall, we had a great meal with plenty of dishes we’d happily order again. Great food, wonderful service, and an authentic experience. Definitely a place I’d return to.“

“This place has the best Chinese barbecue especially Empress chicken, which is my favorite. They used to be in San Leandro and I’m so glad they moved to Oakland. I used to drive from Oakland to San Leandro just to buy their barbecue now longer need to make that trek. So happy they are in Chinatown now“

“Que comida más deliciosa encontré en Oakland, y son muy amables los recomiendo 💯“

“I drove from Vallejo to try this place and boy was I disappointed. starting with the 90$ meal, the meat was so dry I could not even eat it The pulled pork tasted like sawdust, the ribs were dry,and the brisket and tri tip are horrible. the potato salad was very loose, and the green beans were burnt, had I lived in the area I would have brought it all back. fix the issues word of mouth can truly hurt your business. because I am writing this review on multiple sights.“