35 Best Barbeque Restaurants in San Jose

Jackie's Place Soul Food • $$
840 N First St, San Jose

Customers` Favorites

Fried Chicken Wings Plate Potato Salad Cole Slaw
Drippin' Fried Chicken Sandwich
Chicken & Waffles Peach Cobbler
Smoked Beef Brisket Sandwich
Southern Fried Fish Plate
Scoop's not Yo Nachos
Oxtail Stew with Rice
Seafood Gumbo Soup
Chicken & Waffles
Mac \u0026 Cheese

“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!“

4.5 Superb326 Reviews
Omee J. 2 Barbeque • $$
5391 Prospect Rd, San Jose

Customers` Favorites

Tomomasu White Peach
Shrimp Tempura
44 Oz Bowl
Pear Juice
Takoyaki
Sotteok
Kimbap

“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!“

4.9 Superb68 Reviews
Best Hawaiian BBQ Barbeque • $
2638 Union Ave, San Jose

Customers` Favorites

Hawaiian BBQ Short Ribs
Hawaiian BBQ Mix
Malasadas 10 pcs
Medium Low Carb
Macaroni Salad
Garlic Shrimp
BBQ Chicken
Fried Shrimp
Spam Musubi

“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.“

4.8 Superb65 Reviews
Famous Dave's Bar-B-Que Barbecue • $$
61 Curtner Ave, San Jose

Customers` Favorites

St Louis Style Ribs Boneless Wings Famous Fries Corn Muffin Corn
Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich
Double Bacon Cheddar Burger
BBQ Pulled Chicken Sandwich
Brisket Pulled Pork Sausage
St Louis Style Spareribs
Cornbread Muffins Dozen
Dave's Sampler Platter
Dave's Sassy BBQ Salad
Burnt Ends Appetizer

“Love it experiences …. 😍🥰“

4.3 Superb284 Reviews
Mesquite and Oak Barbecue • $
856 N 13th St, San Jose

Customers` Favorites

Brisket Plate with Salad and Cowboy Beans
Corn Bread and Potato Salad
Beans and Potato Salad
Brisket and Pulled Pork
Pulled Pork Sandwiches
Brisket and Ribs Combo
Dino Beef Rib Plate
Jalapeno Poppers
Brisket Egg Taco
Pulled Chicken

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

4.5 Superb97 Reviews
Jon Jon's Barbecue • $
1305 Old Oakland Rd, San Jose

Customers` Favorites

1 Polish 1 Rib and Sliced Brisket
Hot Links and Ribs Lunch Plate
Syd's St Louis Style Rib Tips
Brisket Sliced Beef Sandwich
Rib and Sausage Combo Plate
Hot Links Ribs & Chicken
Baked Beans Potato Salad
Links and Chicken Plate
Brisket Sandwich
Polish Sausage

“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!!!!!“

4.4 Superb105 Reviews
South Winchester BBQ Barbecue • $$
1362 S Winchester Blvd, San Jose

Customers` Favorites

Brisket Ribs Potato Salad Coleslaw
Squealin Pig Sandwich
Pulled Pork Half lb
Mac \u0026 Cheese
Tri Tip Sandwich
Santa Maria Salad
Brisket Sandwich
Brisket Half lb
Winchester BBQ
St Louis Ribs

“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!“

4.1 Good195 Reviews
Sam's Bar-B-Que Barbecue • $$
1110 S Bascom Ave, San Jose

Customers` Favorites

Carolina Pulled Pork Sandwich
Bone-In Rib-Eye Cowboy Steak
Beef Brisket - Usda Choice
Chopped Beef Sandwich
Sam's Ribeye Steak
Ribs - Small Order
Grilled Pork Chops
Prime Rib Special
Smoked Prime Rib
Macaroni Salad

“the best brisket Italian sausage“

4.1 Good126 Reviews
Malibu Grill & BBQ Barbecue • $
5735 Camden Ave, San Jose

Customers` Favorites

Smoked St Louis Pork Ribs & Smoked Mary's Chicken
BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich
Brisket & Mexican Corn
Philly on Fire Steak
Philly Cheese Steak
Steak Sandwich
Chicken Philly
Chicken Wings
Brisket Tacos

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

4.2 Good65 Reviews
Latin-Asian-Fusion Kitchen Food Trucks • $
1402 Camden Avenue, Campbell

Customers` Favorites

Pan Con Chicharron Crunchy Pork Sandwich
Rice Flower Shrimp Spanish Rice Bowl
Organic Chicken Spanish Rice Bowl
Latin Carnitas Roasted Pork Fries
Arcadian Classic Oriental Salad
NY Steak Tallarin Saltado
Steak Spanish Rice Bowl
Korean BBQ Pork Belly
Braised Pork Burrito
Chicken Burrito

“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!!“

5 Superb75 Reviews
High Five Pizza Pizza • $
171 Branham Ln, San Jose

Customers` Favorites

Garlic Bread with Cheese
Combo Appetizer Plate
New York Steak Plate
Philly Cheese Steak
BBQ Chicken Pizza
Mozzarella Sticks
BBQ Ribs Dinner
Pepperoni Pizza
High Five Pizza
BBQ Wednesdays

“Great food. Steeler Nation!“

4.6 Superb156 Reviews
Smoking Pig BBQ Barbecue • $$
1144 N 4th St, San Jose

Customers` Favorites

Smoking Pig Full-Cut Spareribs Paul's 7-Month Brisket Steamed Rice and Famous BBQ Beans
Three Meat Combo Pulled Pork Pork Spareribs and Fatty Beef Brisket
Jalapeño Poppers Wrapped in Bacon OMG
Famous BBQ Beans Homemade Cornbread
East Carolina Hog Wash 16oz
Angus Beef Brisket Salad
Peanut Butter Pie Slice
Rib Tips and Burnt Ends
Pulled Pork Sandwich
Beef Brisket Sammy

“Amazing!!!!! Go for it))))) so good“

3.9 Good196 Reviews
New China Station BBQ Chinese • $
1710 Tully Rd, San Jose

“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.“

3.8 Good20 Reviews
Skewerzz Pinoy BBQ Barbecue • $
1225 E Santa Clara St, San Jose

“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.“

3.7 Good6 Reviews
J C's Bar-B-Q Fast Food • $$
1080 Saratoga Ave #8, San Jose

Customers` Favorites

Pork Ribs and Chicken Lunch Special
BBQ Beef Ribs and BBQ Chicken
Large Beef Rib Dinner
Potato Salad
Garlic Bread
Rib Sandwich
Green Salad
Spare Ribs
BBQ Beans
Hot Links

“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!“

3.8 Good60 Reviews
The Old Wagon Saloon & Grill Barbecue • $$
73 N San Pedro St, San Jose

Customers` Favorites

Hamburger Onion Rings
Wagon Wings and Fries
Pulled Pork Sandwich
Chicken Tenders
Potatoes Boats
Chicken Wings
Caesar Salad
BBQ Brisket
Sandwiches
Ribs

“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⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

3.8 Good89 Reviews
Olioli Hawaiian BBQ Fast Food • $
1657 N Capitol Ave, San Jose

Customers` Favorites

Combo Mix Short Rib Beef Chicken
1 Seafood Combo w Chicken Katsu
Seafood Plate Garlic Shrimp
Fried Hawaii Donuts 10pcs
Kalua Pork w Cabbage Bowl
Chicken Katsu Loco Moco
Hawaiian BBQ Chicken
Hawaiian BBQ Beef
Kalbi Short Ribs
Regular Atking

“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.“

4.6 Superb72 Reviews
Back A Yard Catering & Take Out Jamaican • $
638 N 13th St, San Jose

Customers` Favorites

Jerk Chicken White Meat & Jerk Salmon
Jerk Chicken and Oxtails Rice and Peas
Yard Bowl with BBQ Chicken
Fam Pack BBQ Pork Ribs
Fried Plantains
3 PC BBQ Ribs
Curried Goat
Coco Bread

“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.“

4.7 Superb58 Reviews
Bar•B•Q Barbeque •
491 Saratoga Ave, San Jose
3 Average3 Reviews
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CJ BBQ

CJ BBQ Barbecue • $$
461 Blossom Hill Rd, San Jose

Customers` Favorites

Full Slab Baby Back Rib
Sweet Potato Fries
King Sandwich
Garlic Bread
Kalbi Ribs
Beef Ribs
BBQ Sauce

“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.“

3.5 Good21 Reviews
Lanna Thai Restaurant San Jose Thai • $$
2043 Camden Ave, San Jose

Customers` Favorites

Fried Banana & Ice Cream
Fresh Rolls Vegetarian
Red Curry Vegetables
Curry Puff Vegetarian
Pineapple Fried Rice
Cucumber Salad
Pumpkin Curry
Panang Curry
Tom Kha Soup
Tom Yum Soup

“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!“

4.4 Superb81 Reviews
bb.q Chicken North Park Plaza Barbeque • $
1708 Oakland Rd #300, San Jose

Customers` Favorites

Golden Original Fried Chicken
Half & Half Whole Chicken
Spicy Galbi Wings
Kimchi Fried Rice
Cheesling Fries
Wings of Fire
French Fries
Honey Garlic
Tteok-Bokki

“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.“

3.6 Good65 Reviews
Back A Yard Caribbean Grill Jamaican • $
1011 E Capitol Expy, San Jose

Customers` Favorites

Oxtail Plate with a Side of Collard Greens
Jerk Chicken and Oxtail Combo Fried Rice
Salmon and Oxtail Combo Plate
Pineapple Upside Down Cake
Jerk Chicken Cobb Salad
Sweet Potato Pudding
Jerk Chicken Pieces
Jerk Chicken Plate
Mac \u0026 Cheese
Fried Plantains

“delicious. love the jerk sauce“

4.3 Superb112 Reviews
Jake's of Willow Glen Pizza • $
1074 Lincoln Ave Unit A, San Jose

Customers` Favorites

Pepperoni and Black Olives Pizza
Large Pepperoni Mushroom Pizza
Philly Cheesesteak Sandwich
Steak Sandwich with Fries
Buffalo Chicken Sandwich
Patty Melt with Fries
Classic Bone in Wings
Gilroy Special Pizza
Combination Pizza
BBQ Chicken Pizza

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

4.2 Good127 Reviews
Great Khan's Mongolian Eastridge Center Barbecue • $
2200 Eastridge Loop, San Jose

Customers` Favorites

Great Khan

“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!!“

3.1 Average22 Reviews
Bigspoon korean bistro Korean • $$
255 N White Rd #102, San Jose

Customers` Favorites

Sweet Potato & Cheese Katsu
Buck Wheat Noodle Salad
Cabbage Short Rib Soup
Beef Short Rib BBQ
Cheese Tonkatsu
Chicken Wings
Bibimbop

“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 ?????“

4.7 Superb23 Reviews
Ono Hawaiian BBQ Hawaiian • $
1510 Monterey Hwy #40, San Jose

Customers` Favorites

Shrimp & BBQ Chicken Combo
Hawaiian BBQ Chicken
Hawaiian BBQ Beef
Spam Musubi 2 pcs
Teriyaki Chicken
Make It a Combo
Kalbi Short Ribs
Macaroni Salad
Chicken Katsu
Kalua Pork

“The Monterey Rd restaurant is kuddos 5stars. The restaurant is always clean, the service is great the delivery is quick and OMG the food is impeccable good. I have referral numerous family members and friends to this one restaurant. I fell in love 3 12 yes ago and now I'm a regular. the food is clean, healthy and very tasty.“

4.2 Good61 Reviews
Cowboy Pho Vietnamese • $$
221 E San Fernando St, San Jose

Customers` Favorites

Cowboy Pho Supreme Combo Smoked Beef Ribs and Brisket
Texas Smoked Brisket Pho - 50 Oz
Cowboy Pho Smoked Brisket Pho
2 Item Pho Combo - 50 Oz
BBQ Chicken Pho - 50 Oz
Beef Soup

“The brisket is tender and juicy. Our go to comfort food with large portions. I love the open patio dining too.“

4.3 Superb40 Reviews
Yummy Tofu and BBQ Korean • $$
1310 Saratoga Ave, San Jose

Customers` Favorites

Grilled Thinly Sliced Marinated Beef
Banchan Aka Side Dishes
Tofu Stew with Protein
DOL Sot Bibimbap
Seafood Pancake
Chicken Wings
Free Appetizer
Spicy Pork
Beef Soup
Bulgogi

“I have been a big fan of Yummy Tofu for years, and looks like it’s now under new management.

Food is slightly different than before, the side dishes used to be more traditional which is personal preference.

As shown in this photo, the food was very fresh and the service was excellent. The staffs were very polite and handled food with care. Greatly appreciated it.“

4.1 Good68 Reviews
Korean Palace Korean • $$
2297 Stevens Creek Blvd, San Jose

Customers` Favorites

Bulgogi with Kimchi Fried Rice
kungpao shrimp 깐풍새우
bul gogi bbq s 불고기 소
Hot-Pot Bibimbap 돌솥밥
saute calamari 오징볶음
PA Jun Scallion Pancake
beef bibimbap 비빔밥
Seafood Pancake 파전
Steamed Rice 공기밥
Hot and Sour Soup

“Seafood pancakes serve as an appetizer/ side dish... Baebimpop is a winner for me DELICIOUS FOODS👌“

4.1 Good60 Reviews
Sogongdong Tofu Town Korean • $$
1179 S De Anza Blvd, San Jose

Customers` Favorites

Dolsot Bibimbap
Soon Tofu Soup

“It's hard to find excellent Korean food in the South Bay, so when I come across a good restaurant I always have to give praise! Sogongdong Tofu Town piles on the flavor and I never feel like I’m eating bland, Americanized Korean food. If this were LA, I might bump it down a star because the food scene there is so competitive. But many restaurants here can’t even deliver the basic flavors right, so I’m thrilled to discover this place conveniently tucked in an Hmart. The soondubu jjigae (”tofu soup”) here is stellar and as good as any that you’ll find in K-Town LA!“

4.5 Superb13 Reviews
L&L Hawaiian Barbecue Hawaiian • $
5730 Cottle Rd #120, San Jose

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Katsu
BBQ Mix Combo
BBQ Mix

“A Hawaiian restaurant, with good food, friendly if a bit overwhelmed help. Order at the counter from the menu on the wall. Take your food to a table, or out, at your option. Bus your own plates. The portions are large, varied and tasty. I'll be back at my next opportunity.“

4 Good31 Reviews
Q Pot Korean BBQ & Hotpot Korean • $$
1610 E Capitol Expy, San Jose

Customers` Favorites

Macaron Ice Cream Sandwich
Premium Steak 1lb
Spicy Pork Belly
Beef Bulgogi 1lb
Popcorn Chicken
BBQ and Hot Pot
Beef Bulgogi lb
Soups Hot Pot
Garlic Shrimp
Thai Tom Yum

“buena atención, muy buena comida, ambiente agradable“

3.9 Good132 Reviews
Korean Fusion BBQ Korean • $
255 N White Rd #102, San Jose

Customers` Favorites

Fried Potstickers
Beef Tofu Soup
Spicy Chicken
Spicy Pork
Korean BBQ
Bulgogi
Japchae

“We love coming here because of the friendly service and the amazing food! The spicy pork and the kimchi beef stew are some favorites, not too spicy but spicy enough that you get a nice kick out of it. The ribs are our favorites hands down. They're sweet and nicely grilled. Great food. Great service. Highly recommend.Went to eat 9/13/2023 and noticed that it is under new management "Big Spoon". Sad day.“

4 Good27 Reviews
Big Daddy BBQ Pop-Up Restaurants • $$
501 N 17th St, San Jose

“If you’re coming through Vernon, you’ve got to stop in at Big Daddy’s Barbeque! This Alabama man knows his way around a pit and it shows!! Brisket, ribs, potato salad and baked beans were just what my wife and I were looking for. I share a photo, but we ate it all!!“

5 Superb3 Reviews