3 Best Barbecue Restaurants in San Francisco, CA

Expert-recommended Top 3 BBQ Restaurants in San Francisco, California. All of our barbecue restaurants actually face a rigorous 50-Point Inspection, which includes customer reviews, history, complaints, ratings, satisfaction, trust, cost and general excellence. You deserve only the best!

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4505 BURGERS & BBQ

705 Divisadero Street,
San Francisco, CA 94117 Directions

Since 2009

Specialty:

Brisket Smoked Chicken Brisket Fries Bone-in Chicken All Beef Hot Link Pork Spare Ribs All Beef Hot Link w/ Green Chiles Pork Shoulder Best Damn Grass Fed Cheeseburger Pulled Chicken BBQ Sandwich Grilled Cheese 4505 Hot Dog Jumbo Chicken Strips Classic Caesar Organic Green Salad Cobb Salad

4505 Burgers & BBQ is known for their Texas-style brisket, pulled pork, smoked chicken, and pork ribs. The restaurant was started by Ryan Farr, with help from his family and friends. Ryan Farr is also the author of two books, "Whole Beast Butchery and Sausage Making" and "The Definitive Guide," showing his love for cooking and butchery. At 4505 Burgers & BBQ, they focus on using high-quality ingredients to make amazing food. They offer a variety of smoked meats, tasty sides, and delicious burgers, all served in a cozy outdoor patio setting. Every meat plate comes with two side dishes for a full meal. Vegetarians can also enjoy options like salads, grits, and egg sandwiches with Oaxacan cheese on a bun. Ryan Farr's passion for great food and well-cooked meats shines through in every dish, welcoming both new and experienced BBQ fans to enjoy the craft. Their Big BBQ Buffet is perfect for any group, offering your choice of two meats, two classic sides, a green salad, Parker House rolls, and all the tasty extras. Gift cards are also available.

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Price:

SMOKED MEAT PLATE
#1 Choose One Meat: $15.95
#2 Choose Two Meats: $20.95
#3 Choose Three Meats: $25.95
Smoked Rib Plate: $20.95
FIXIN’S
Frankaroni: $7.95
Collard Greens: $6.95
Spicy Fries: $7.95
Bag of 4505 Chicharrones: $4.95
DESSERT
Soft Serve Ice Cream: $5.50
Root Beer Float: $7.50
Fresh Baked Cookies $2.50
SIDES
Cole Slaw (Side): $5.95
Cole Slaw (Pint): $9.95
Baked Beans (Side): $5.95
Baked Beans (Pint): $9.95
Potato Salad (Side): $5.95
Potato Salad (Pint): $9.95
French Fries: $5.95

Contact:

(415) 231-6993

Mon-Sun: 10:30am - 10pm

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11+ YEARS IN TBR
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MEMPHIS MINNIE'S BBQ JOINT

576 Haight Street,
San Francisco, CA 94117 Directions

Since 2000

Specialty:

Cornbread Muffin Brisket Chili Chili Cheese Fries Crispy Fries Onion Strings Smokey Mountain Wings BBQ Pork Rolls Fried Cheese Grits Stix Assorted Appetizer Platter Blossom Onion Buffalo Hot Wings Cheese Ball BBQ Chicken Caesar Salad Scratch Pecan Pie Sweet Potato and Fried Peach Pie Banana Pudding Chocolate Chip Cookie

Memphis Minnie's BBQ Joint has a roomy and comfortable dining space where people can enjoy tasty, slow-smoked barbecue. They cook their meats the traditional way over white oak logs for 4 to 18 hours without using gas or electricity. This method gives their Southern-style BBQ a deep, smoky flavor in every bite. Everything is made fresh from scratch daily, using quality ingredients, so you get a great meal every time. High chairs are available for kids. Memphis Minnie's BBQ Joint also has lots of catering experience, whether it’s a small office lunch or a big wedding rehearsal dinner. They help you figure out how much food you need and make sure your event is a success. Each BBQ plate comes with two small sides and a warm cornbread muffin, making for a full and satisfying meal. Their cooking philosophy is simple, real BBQ gets its flavor from the meat, seasoning, and smoke; no sauce needed. Outdoor seating and online orders are also available for your convenience.

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Price:

PIT SMOKED PLATES
Two Way Combo: $27.50
Minnies Taster: $31.50
Minnies V.I.P Party: $102.50
Lunch Box: $12.50
SANDWICHES & BURGER
Memphis Sweet Smoked Pork Sand.: $14.50
Slow-Smoked Texas Beef Brisket Sand.: $14.50
Smoked-Cajun Andouille Sausage Sand.: $14.50
Pulled Spicy Chicken Sand.: $14.50
Santa Maria Tri-Tip Steak Sand.: $15.50
Grilled Sweet Beef Rib Eye Sandwich: $15.50
the Maxi Burger: $16.50
the Southern Star Sand.: $15.50
Fried Chicken Sand: $15.50
Smoked Louisiana Beef Hot Link Sand: $14.50
Burnt Ends Sandwich: $16.50

Contact:

(415) 864-7675

Tue-Sat: 11am - 9:30pm
Sun: 11am - 8:30pm
Mon: Closed

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8+ YEARS IN TBR
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BABY BLUES BBQ

3149 Mission Street,
San Francisco, CA 94110 Directions

Since 2007

Specialty:

Pulled Pork Plate Memphis Ribs and Grilled Shrimp Plate Smoked Chicken Plate Blackened Catfish Baby Back Rib Plate Baby Back Ribs Beef Brisket Plate Memphis Ribs Pulled Pork Grilled BBQ Shrimp Blackened Catfish Fillet Texas Beef Rib Wild Boar Sausage Smoked Salmon Fillet Chili Verde Cheddar Sausage Louisiana Hot Link 1 and 1 Platter Lamb Merguez Sausage

Baby Blues BBQ is known for their delicious, slow-cooked BBQ dishes served in a cozy setting. Their special sauces add extra flavor, making every meal even better. They offer a wide range of award-winning BBQ options, like Memphis-style brisket and Texas-style ribs, something for every BBQ fan. They use fresh, high-quality ingredients to make sure everything tastes great. Their menu also includes classic sides, or fixins, like collard greens, mac 'n' cheese, baked beans, sautéed okra, potato salad, and more. At Baby Blues BBQ, you can expect food made with care, passion, and lots of flavor. This is a great place for any occasion. Baby Blues BBQ is also recommended for vegetarians. They provide plenty of parking options.

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Price:

STARTERS
Pig Candy: $8.00
Chicken Wings: $15.00
Chicken Strips: $11.00
Rubbed Fries: $7.00
Porky’s Fries: $18.00
Grilled Shrimp: $12.00
SALADS
Baby Blues: $14.00
Classic Caesar: $14.00
SANDWICHES & BURGERS
Baby’s Burger: $18.00
Beef Brisket Sandwich: $18.00
Pulled Pork Sandwich: $18.00
Crispy Chicken Sandwich: $18.00
Shrimp Po' Boy: $18.00
Hot Link Sandwich: $17.00
SIDES
Baked Beans: $7.00
Baby Blues Salad: $7.00
Collard Greens: $7.00
Pork-N-Beans: $7.00
Dirty Veggie Rice: $7.00
Caesar Salad: $7.00

Contact:

(415) 896-4250 (415) 376-6777

Sun-Thu: 12pm - 8pm
Fri & Sat: 12pm - 9pm

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