Best of 20 BBQ restaurants in Oakland

Oakland, a city known for its vibrant food scene, is home to a variety of BBQ restaurants that tantalize the taste buds of both locals and visitors. From traditional Southern-style to Korean-style BBQ, these establishments in Oakland offer a wide range of mouth-watering options. Come and explore the smoky flavors and delicious meats at the BBQ restaurants in Oakland.

1. Smokin Woods BBQ

Family-owned business with homemade BBQ sauces

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  • Social Gatherings
  • American Cuisine
  • Cheap Eats
  • Downtown Spots

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2. Everett & Jones Barbeque - Broadway

Family-owned since 1973, Central Oakland location

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  • American Cuisine
  • Asian Cuisine
  • Downtown Spots
  • Cheap Eats

3. World Champion Smokehouse & Market

In-house smoked meats, local sourcing, and family-friendly atmosphere

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  • Budget-Friendly Eats
  • Vegetarian Options
  • Hidden Gems

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4. Genny's Fire Pit

Family-owned BBQ spot with a fire pit

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  • Social Gatherings
  • American Cuisine
  • Budget-Friendly Eats

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5. Stay Gold Deli

Features a lively atmosphere with a pinball arcade and live music events

TOPICS

  • American Cuisine
  • Vegetarian Options
  • Vegan Options
  • Budget-Friendly Eats

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6. Ohgane Oakland

Family-owned restaurant serving authentic Korean BBQ

TOPICS

  • Fusion Cuisine
  • Mexican Cuisine
  • Downtown Spots
  • Mid-Range

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7. Everett & Jones Barbeque - MacArthur

Family-owned business with homemade sauce since 1973

TOPICS

  • American Cuisine
  • Vegan Options
  • Happy Hours
  • Suburban

8. Roderick's BBQ

Family-owned with award-winning recipes and traditional smokers

TOPICS

  • American Cuisine
  • Social Gatherings
  • Downtown Spots
  • Cheap Eats

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9. Ono Hawaiian BBQ

Offers a taste of Hawaiian culture in Oakland

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  • Asian Cuisine
  • Budget-Friendly Eats
  • Downtown Spots
  • Dinner

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10. iLava Hawaiian Barbecue

Offers a unique dining experience with a traditional Hawaiian Imu pit

TOPICS

  • American Cuisine
  • Vegetarian Options
  • Budget-Friendly Eats
  • Downtown Spots

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11. Rue Rue's BBQ

TOPICS

  • Social Gatherings
  • American Cuisine
  • Mid-Range
  • Suburban

12. Dickey's Barbecue Pit

TOPICS

  • American Cuisine
  • Affordable Nightlife
  • Downtown Spots

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13. Ruby Q Smoke Fusion

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  • Fusion Cuisine
  • Mid-Range
  • Downtown Spots

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14. Elves BBQ & Soul Food

Committed to community involvement, Family-owned and operated

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  • Social Gatherings
  • American Cuisine
  • Budget-Friendly Eats

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15. Horn Barbecue

Long lines and wait times, but worth it for the quality of the meat

TOPICS

  • American Cuisine
  • Social Gatherings
  • Mid-Range

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16. Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ

Authentic Japanese Yakiniku experience, All-you-can-drink options

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  • Asian Cuisine
  • Vegetarian Options
  • Downtown Spots

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17. Smoke Berkeley LLC

Uses sustainable and eco-friendly practices, Family-owned business

TOPICS

  • Mexican Cuisine
  • Vegetarian Options
  • Downtown Spots
  • Dinner

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18. Don Blanc

Family-owned and operated, offering catering services

TOPICS

  • American Cuisine
  • Vegetarian Options
  • Affordable Nightlife
  • Downtown Spots

19. Uncle Willie's Original BBQ and Fish

Live music on weekends, Full bar available, Established in 1980

TOPICS

  • Social Gatherings
  • American Cuisine
  • Budget-Friendly Eats

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20. D & A BBQ

TOPICS

  • American Cuisine
  • Gluten-Free
  • Affordable Nightlife