Is it just me, or do you walk into a restaurant to order food for the family (today it was 2 adults and one very hungry 8-year-old) and order what you think is an adequate amount of food... only to second-guess yourself and add a little more? Today I started with ordering a one meat and a two-meat meal . . . then the internal debate started and I questioned if it was enough? So I added a sausage and a jalapeño cornbread. Once we got home the food was ripped open and scarfed down, and within minutes everyone was full -- and we had only eaten about half of what we ordered. Thank goodness no one in my family complains about leftovers, especially when it's BBQ. Quality serving sizes, robust flavor, and incredibly thoughtful service. Perfect ribs, brisket to drool over, and tender pulled pork (as I'm trying to avoid the "m" word... it definitely wasn't dry). Our sides included mac and cheese, candied yams, baked beans, and cornbread -- and the candied yams are not to be missed. read more

They serve here until they run out! We went around 3 pm and there were a few things that were already sold out! Including the cornbread and potato salad! Which I wanted to try!!! We ended up getting a brisket plate with mac and cheese and yams. We also got the pulled pork sandwhich. The brisket was a 10/10 the brisket literally falls off as you eat it!!! The Mac and cheese was also good! The yams are on the sweeter side! Service was good. You walk up and basically pick your order from their menu. Then pay for it after. Seating is limited outside but they do have a lot of indoor seating. It is a bit on the pricier side, I think we paid over $50 for both of our plates. I do wish the brisket plate came with a bit more! However bbq is in general Pretty expensive. I will say that I will be returning to try the items I was unable to try last time! read more

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Delicious BBQ! My husband got the brisket and was so happy with it. He said it was the best he's ever had and it melted in his mouth. He also loved the baked beans. Their coleslaw is divine, with cilantro and apples! I got the pulled pork sandwhich which was also so good. No fatty pieces, and the flavor was delish. There is paper towels and bbq sauce on every table to adjust to your liking. The atmosphere was relaxed and clean. Staff were friendly and seemed happy like a good place to work. You walk up to the counter and order, and everything is ready to go. Kind of reminded me of a cafeteria style. Everything was hot and fresh none the less. They have an assortment of bottled drinks, sodas, beers, energy drinks etc. Over all, the bill was about $100 for the brisket, pp sandwich, 3 sides and 2 canned sodas - but that is expected for BBQ. Its definitely high quality food, so it makes paying worth it. Will definitely be going back! read more

A&M BBQ - brisket, baked beans - Barbeque Near Me - Sebastopol, California

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Returned with some friends so they could experience the dream of A&M BBQ. Each time I come (it's now been 3-4x) I like to try something different. Today I ordered the Smoked Turkey Sandwich. I was a little skeptical as Turkey often times can be dry but man... this wasn't the case for A&M BBQ's Smoked Turkey Sandwich. The presentation was nice and it came with several thick pieces of sliced smoked turkey. The meat was tender and juicy and I didn't need a beverage to wash it down. The buns they use are soft and really good as well. I honestly wasn't expecting the white sauce and had my BBQ sauce ready to throw on to the sandwich but it truly didn't need it. The white sauce, (while I don't know what it was, maybe a white bbq sauce because it was on the sweeter side?) was delicious and I didn't need the traditional bbq sauce. Apple Slaw and baked beans were good as usual. Excited to return and try something else on the menu! read more

A&M BBQ - Smokey Turkey Sandwich, Apple Slaw and Baked Beans. - Barbeque Near Me - Sebastopol, California

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O...M....F...G....!!!!! This place is legit. Can you say brisket burger on a Martins potato roll? Unless you are an east coaster you couldn't possibly understand how much that roll elevates and sets off this delicious masterpiece of a burger. I've had many, many, many, many burgers in my time and this may possibly be the best burger I've ever had. It's so innovative and well done that it's a perfect burger. Is it the classic American cheese burger? No, it's not but if you want that there are many places to go for that but if you are looking for the next level with the Gouda cheese and pickles topping this burger it's hard not to love it all. Oh and did I mention they have banana pudding made fresh as well we're walking in it was the best ending to greatness. Look I go to a lot of spots and eat a ton of great food. What makes this place so dope is the vibe the owner and the staff they are so nice and not afraid to take chances with something as simple as a burger. Trust me it's worth the trip. I've had the BBQ they sell the other days of the week and the food has always been solid and top notch but this burger is about to put this place on the map. Get there Wednesdays before the influencers make it impossible for you to try it. read more

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Definitely the best smoked brisket in Sonoma County. The smoked turkey is awesome too. The beef sausage is packed with flavor and so moist. Legitimate bbq. read more

A&M BBQ - Smoked brisket, beef sausage, beans and potato salad. - Barbeque Near Me - Sebastopol, California

Barbecue. Just the word can make the mouth water and the loyalty hackles rise with equal speed and ferocity. Let's table that whole debate and agree on two things. One: whatever style you prefer, excellent barbecue can be transcendent. Two: sides can elevate or detract from even the best barbecue. Whether you agree or require further convincing, you need to have your beliefs validated or challenged by the delicious food and the talented, committed people behind Sebastopol's A&M BBQ. The food reminds me of Sundays after church, especially if Pastor or some other special guests were coming to eat. Perfectly prepared proteins. The oxtails and the chicken thigh-leg quarter are standouts, but they are all wonderful. Collard greens and candied yams as good as your favorite church lady's. That basic cole slaw you find at every barbecue feed, elevated by the addition of slivers of Granny Smith apples. Hefty hunks of tender, moist cornbread, with or without jalapenos, the best friend honey butter ever had Banana pudding or cookies baked by the wife of one of the owner. How do you know a barbecue joint is serious but by no means highfalutin? Rolls of paper towels bolted to dining tables in place of wimpy napkins. Show up early, before they run out of anything you might want. If there's a line, get in it. Let food made well by caring, skilled, respectful combiners of tradition and innovation satisfy your taste buds -- and your soul. read more

Absolutely love A&M BBQ!!! Been going there since the beginning, and have loved seeing their evolution. Their service has always been top notch, and they have a soulful in-person dining experience. Never had a bad meal there, or even anything close to bad. Also, really enjoyed their new brisket burger that they just started doing on Wednesdays, which I will definitely be coming back for! read more

A&M BBQ - Brisket Burger - Barbeque Near Me - Sebastopol, California

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Such a great business in Sebastopol Ca, they provide extremely good food cooked with love and family. This is what a small town city would want to have. Bringing customers in from all over for good barbecue with great service, great ownership also. Family style ambiance read more

A&M BBQ... I just wish it wasn't so far and out of the way, but honestly it is worth the drive if you are wine tasting or drinking beer nearby. Soooo good. What a hidden treasure this city has. The brisket was fatty and tender, and the price was super reasonable. Loved the pork ribs, and the sausages had that perfect snap. The banana pudding was PERFECT with the best ratio of banana to the cake or bread or whatever magic they put in there. All the sides were amazing and complemented the meal so well. Loved the potato salad. Definitely a spot I would come back to! read more

A&M BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - Sebastopol, California

Grew up in TX and missing Texas Bbq...until now. Sampled the ribs, brisket, cornbread - love them all! Very impressed with juiciness and tenderness of the meats. Love. Sweet cornbread. The folks there answer any questions and I truly believe all the portions are generous. Clean and spacious establishment despite the parking challenge. Come here. Know the hype is real. Savor the meal and return knowing it's the best in Sonoma County. read more

A&M BBQ is absolutely worth the hype and the bill. It's not cheap, but paying top dollar for truly top-tier BBQ--from the meats to the sides--is 100% worth it. Hands down the best BBQ I've had in California, and it's right up there with Franklin's and Snow's (iykyk). Everything was phenomenal, and I'll definitely be back. Now... time for a food coma! read more

A&M BBQ - Brisket, pork spare ribs, oxtail, Dino beef rib, garlic beef sausage, jalapeño cheddar beef sausage - Barbeque Near Me - Sebastopol, California

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I decided to come in after having a family member read an article raving about the food. We ordered a 2 meat plate (chicken, brisket), beef ribs, cornbread, collard greens and Mac & cheese. The smell when you walk into the building is phenomenal. The staff were very friendly and happy to answer all our questions and recommend certain popular dishes. We weren't able to see them package any of the food with the design of the counter but we paid and went home to dig in. We were massively disappointed by the amount of food in the bag. We either ordered half a pound or a full pound of the meats and were expecting to see a decent amount. 2 pieces of brisket, two ribs and what looked to be a quarter of a chicken. All the meats lacked moisture and flavor other than dry spices and fat. The corn bread and Mac and cheese were pretty standard and basic. The collard greens lacked some flavor and seasonings for me but it was nice with the grease heavy meats. I would maybe return to try the banana pudding and burnt ends but probably not anytime soon. I unfortunately was disappointed but maybe it's better earlier in the day when everything is at its freshest. read more

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DELICIOUS!!! In the middle of moving and we have this place a try a few weeks ago. It smelled and looked all too good that we dug in without taking a picture. This is our second run and every thing was amazing! Cute little place with such a friendly and welcoming staff. Looking forward to another visit! read more

A&M BBQ - Get the banana pudding!!!! - Barbeque Near Me - Sebastopol, California

My wife and I recently stopped here for lunch. Friendly and efficient service, generous portions, and good food. I had the 2 meat combo, and enjoyed the brisket, pork ribs, honey corn bread, etc. My wife liked her smoked turkey, which I sampled and enjoyed. read more

Stellar meats. Locally owned. A good hunk of meat that is carefully cooked with love. You know it's a good place when it sells out in the afternoon and you get there and there's no meats so sad face but that means each day's meats is cooked fresh with love and they don't stuff things in the fridge to try to fool fools. This is the real thing. Yum. read more

I have heard that A&M BBQ was great, and they did not disappoint. They have indoor seating, but not enough space for an outdoor area. The smells as you enter were amazing. They have a good selection of BBQ items and sides. We were not hungry, so we split a brisket sandwich, baked beans and apple slaw. The slaw had a great refreshing taste that offset the smokiness of the beans and brisket sandwich. The sandwich had a slight smoky flavor and was tender. The owner walked throughout the restaurant asking how everything was, and he was a super nice guy. We thoroughly enjoyed our meal and will return. read more

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I heard of this place from a guy worked with so I'd figure I'd give it a try. I was going after the beef ribs but when we got there no beef ribs so we decided to order brisket ribs and I wanted to try the ox tail so we decided to get some potato salad and their beans had to say I was kind of disappointed for the price. It wasn't great but there beans were freaking awesome. I will give it a try again and post another review if it's any better.. read more

A&M BBQ - Brisket, oxtail and ribs, potato salad, and beans - Barbeque Near Me - Sebastopol, California

Beef ribs are amazing (available only on sat & sunday) Really like the coleslaw and beans too!

I've debated which BBQ is the best in town. There are two other places that rival A&M but I feel this place wins by only by a ribs length! Why? Well, because they were the first to introduce me to what BBQ is supposed to be. I've used them as the guide to rate others by. The little deli that was Marvin's has bloomed into a full fledge restaurant. They've grown with their additional staffs. But what hasn't changed is the food and kindness. I don't see Marvin much but Kris has elevated the menu and flavors. A lot of places rely on their sauces to carry the flavors of their ribs. Not here! The sauce is an extra layer of flavor, but you don't need it. Straight off the grill it packs a powerful punch. The bark is intense. The last time I bit into one, the juices literally squirted into my eye glasses. I laughed as I chowed down. Haha! The sides offered a great. Some are too sweet for me, but I'm more of a savory person. The green collards are to die for. They used to give white bread which I used as an edible "napkin" when picking up the ribs. I will admit, I've only had the pork ribs. Someday I will try their "Dino" ribs and oxtail. They're opened from Thursday to Sunday now. Still gotta get there early before they sell out. Someday I hope they open 5-6 days a week. I can't always make it during their current hours and that makes me sad. Kris, Marvin and crew: never stop doing your thing! You cook with love and it shows. read more

This BBQ place is fantastic southern and Midwest style BBQ. Kansas City style. Absolutely amazing. As most of you know good BBQ is pricey. True be dat. But I gotta say this place worth every penny. Inside very bright, light, clean and very happy kind staff. Always. I've been there about 5 times now. Always consistent staff and amazing BBQ. Here's the deal though. You gotta go early. They sell out early every day they're open. So pick it up early and save for later when you're ready or you'll never get to enjoy. The baked beans are like the ones I grew up eating and so delicious. Apple cole slaw. Delicious. ALL the sides, ALL the BBQ DELICIOUS. Whatever you choose you will be very happy. Hustle boogy on over and try some of the best BBQ in the world. TIPS: Only open Fri, Sat, Sun. Go early (after 1 might be pushing it) before they sell out. read more

Went here a couple years ago when it was Marvin's, and quality and quantity were well on point. Fast forward Aug 25, whole new operation with wack pricing, that made me feel like I got taken. Unlike a pic that I saw from earlier in the year, they don't do combo plates. 1/2 pound minimum on meats, so on the fly I sprung for Ribs & Brisket, added 2 sides and got shanked with a $50 bill. That's pre-tip Really soured the whole meal despite brisket being good and ribs were pretty solid, but not as good as I got them before when it was just Marvin's. Really no other good BBQ in Sonoma County tho. Will just lower my expectations and go to Red Bee in Windsor for more than 1/2 the price. read more

A&M BBQ - 3 ribs total, if you count that dinky lil 1/2 rib - Barbeque Near Me - Sebastopol, California

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This BBQ is the real deal! This is Texas style BBQ and this girl from Texas would know. The brisket is delicious. It's tender and juicy with great smoke and a nice bark. The jalapeño sausage is amazing. I also love the smoked turkey! Their smoked chicken, pulled pork and pork ribs are all delicious too. My favorite sides are the Mac 'n cheese, BBQ beans and greens. You MUST get the banana pudding. It's as good as my Texas Grandma's! Enjoy!! read more

A&M BBQ - Mac 'n cheese, ribs, brisket, BBQ beans, greens, smoked turkey, jalapeño sausage, pickle slices and pickled onions - YUMMY!!! - Barbeque Near Me - Sebastopol, California

Ive been here a few times and it never disappoints! Ive been to texas multiple times, terrys blacks, hutchins etc and A&M is arguably my favorite! Bake beans are amazing. Theyre a little different than most but thats why i like them. Definitely would recommend to anyone read more

A&M BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - Sebastopol, California

I can not keep my husband away from here! He is obsessed. Do you sell shirts? I might need one for Christmas. The BBQ here is out of this world. When my husband brought me (finally), I was a little skeptical. But no. Not overhyped at all. I think we've tried all the meats at this point and they never disappoint! Even the turkey. The ox tail is just... perfection! In case picking your meat isn't hard enough, the sides are also absolutely outstanding! The mac n cheese is our hands down go to but we typically get a few. The service is above and beyond. My first time they let me sample a couple of meats before making my decision which I thought was really awesome. The one thing I am DYING to try but they are always out of is mama's banana pudding. It must be good if it's always sold out. The space is exactly what you expect from a bbq joint. I'm always a huge fan of the roll of paper towels at the table cause everyone knows good bbq is messy! They also have the best beer prices in town! Possibly the county. We love A&M read more

My best friend and I had a great time at A&M! Kris, the owner, (Austin in the A&M), Darius and others are the consummate coolest folks you can meet and they explained how the meat was smoked and cooked! It's love that you taste in the oxtail, pure flavor in the smoked turkey! My bestie would have loved the smaller oxtail joints but I found my larger joint moist and delicious! The potato salad was some of the best I ever had! Kris mentioned some of the exciting changes planned and the takeout menu is amazing but we had our "q" at the informal restaurant's tables, lots of great tunes---old school tables with rolls of napkins, giant bottle of sauce (!), exciting assortment of canned beer (taps in the restaurant's next reincarnation), parking in front (much more at the next site), longer hours (call the site, as Yelp's description is incorrect, as is the menu (as of 5/31/25). I'm totally bringing the crew by (bicycling delinquent friends!). I'm a fan! read more

A&M BBQ - Clockwise from top: coleslaw, baked beans, smoked turkey, oxtail, assorted deliciousness, potato salad - Barbeque Near Me - Sebastopol, California

Finally got the chance to give A&M BBQ a try and wow, they are without a doubt making the best barbecue in the area. Having made a few briskets myself, I know how much time and effort goes into it, from trimming, to maintaining a fire all night, and trust me, it is VERY hard to get a juicy, tender flat because the muscle isn't full of intramuscular fat and collagen like the point. When I go to a BBQ joint, I almost always ask for slices from the point, because it's guaranteed to be the juiciest part, but I wanted to try both at A&M and boy did they absolutely nail it. The fat cap was perfectly, nicely rendered, and sticky, and the flat was still super juicy and delicious. Slices from the point were of course stellar. The rub isn't overly salty and definitely leans heavy on the black pepper. The smoke flavor is present but not overpowering, so you won't be burping up smoke for the rest of the day. Overall, just phenomenally cooked brisket. This isn't a product you can cook large quantities of and serve through the week. It has to be made daily, so yes, they will run out. But it's no different than at any other barbecue quality barbecue joint. Although I didn't order a brisket sandwich, I will say that it looked amazing. These are not weird off cuts that have been chopped up. I literally saw the dude slice two pieces off the point end and smash them up for the sandwich so it's going to be super rich and juicy. A lot of barbecue places will take the dryer parts of the flat and use that for sandwiches because you end up shredding it up so it's harder to tell that it might have been dryer or a bit tougher. It also allows restaurants to use slices that they otherwise wouldn't sell to customers. But that's not what I saw here, so I'm super impressed and will definitely be trying one next time around. We also had a small piece of turkey breast as a sample and that was also amazing - again heavy on the black pepper, which I like, but super tender and juicy. One of the best pieces of smoked turkey we've ever had. Lastly, we had some pork spares. They were cooked perfectly. Tender, but you could still take a bite out of it without the whole thing disintegrating. There is some sweetness either in the rub or in the glaze that perfectly complemented the pork. I'm salivating writing this review, thinking of the next time I get to dig into some more brisket, but even if they happen to be out, there are plenty of other really delicious options you should try instead. read more

A&M BBQ - 2-meat plate, Mac, jalapeño-honey cornbread - Barbeque Near Me - Sebastopol, California

Fantastic barbecue ribs and chicken. And you know what shows an amazing attention to detail? It's when the sides are also fantastic. I had potato salad and yams. Normally I'm not a potato salad fan, but this potato salad was excellent. I would say a bit of a German style. Yams were very Thanksgiving in nature and tasted great. Service was fast and could not have been more friendly. The restaurant is immaculately clean. They've kept that rustic look while a hundred percent attention to food safety with lacquered picnic tables. If you're visiting surpass the pool, if you live here, or even if you're just driving by, I recommend going out of your way to get your dinner here. Not at all inexpensive, but I felt like it was worth every penny. read more

Staff was nice. Very nice. Atmosphere is open and very busy. Food is solid. The meat is a winner I have yet to find bbq in Sonoma or Napa county that tastes like this. My only gripe is that greens aren't year round here. read more

Wow the meats here are excellent!! Especially paired with the bbq sauce! Be sure to arrive as early as you can because they WILL sell out fairly quickly. Collectively our party got all different meats (no sausage because they were sold out) and no one had complaints. Now for the sides.. - Mac n cheese wasn't really good. Lack of flavor, kind of dry, not a fan of the noodle they used - Coleslaw was good! Loved that it wasn't overwhelmed by Mayo. - Jalapeño cornbread wasn't spicy at all. Pretty basic. Personal preference, but I hate when there are corn kernels in cornbread. Wasn't a lot, but there were a few. Generally wasn't bad though. PB banana pudding was not horrible, but I would never get it again. Lack of peanut butter flavor.. was kind of sloppy.. overall was nothing special. Too pricey. Inside seating includes a few picnic tables and high tables. Big open space and doesn't feel crowded. One thing they're missing is MUSIC! They have records on the walls but no music was playing. I think towards the end of our stay someone had turned on a small tv that was on the wall .. but a large sized establishment like that will need some speakers and tunes! read more

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You HAVE to try this place. Every single employee checked on us to see if we needed anything, including the owner who was super nice. The food is 11 out of 10, flavor was incredible on every dish even down to the sauces. We drove 2 hours for this food and we will be doing so again soon. Even the music had me doing the happy dance. One of our favorite food experiences this year, can't recommend enough! read more

A&M BBQ - Chicken, Turkey, Jalapeño cornbread, Mac n cheese, beans, greens, yams, oxtail, brisket - Barbeque Near Me - Sebastopol, California

I love barbecue My first time at AM Barbecue, in Sebastopol, California Was the best barbecue i've ever had In my life. The smoked turkey was 5 stars Pork ribs, hot beef links. The beans. The collard greens The cornbread with a touch of jalapeno Was off the hook I'd recommend AM to any one who loves barbecue read more

We were just driving around looking for food. BBQ sounded great! EXTREMELY PLEASED AITH OUR STOP!! Nicest owner & crew with amazing menu. We ordered brisket, turkey & ribs. Everything was wonderful!!! We enjoyed the sides a well! Definitely will eat again! read more

A&M BBQ - Beef rib - Barbeque Near Me - Sebastopol, California

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Drove here from San Jose, best bbq I have ever had period. The employees were incredibly friendly and made us feel like regulars on our first time. The owner overheard it was my birthday and gave us a banana pudding on the house. I really appreciated that and the meal was delicious. read more

A&M BBQ - Brisket, Turkey, Ox Tail, Jalapeño cheddar sausage - Barbeque Near Me - Sebastopol, California

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I ordered 5 racks of Pork Ribs, 5 pounds of pulled pork, Mac & Cheese, Cole Slaw, Both kinds of sausage and potato salad for 16 people at an All Staff Safety Meeting and it was the BEST BBQ we've ever had. And thats unanimous. Everyone raved about the food - all of it. Every single thing was delicious. 10 outta 10 HIGHLY recommend! read more

Well worth the wait when they open. My favorite item ate the pork ribs. They didn't fall off the bone but were delicious. The sides I enjoyed were the beans and cornbread. They also had a jalapeno cornbread but I wasn't really a fan of that. Great customer service and friendly staff. I'll definitely be back:) read more

Tender and juicy brisket, friendly staff. Go early before they sell out!! Came at about 11:45am on a Saturday and the line already wrapped around inside the building. read more

A&M BBQ - brisket, slaw, cornbread - Barbeque Near Me - Sebastopol, California

Everything about this place is amazing. My sister recommended this place, as she lives in Sebastopol, and so glad we went here for lunch. You know it had to be good when there is a line starting before the place opens and I completely understand why there was a line...lol. The owner came out and shook everyone's hands before entering the restaurant. He made an announcement on how you order and it was amazing. Asked how the food was as I had a pork rib hanging out of my mouth, which was hilarious . I couldn't stop eating although I had to because I was about to explode...lol. I live in Marin so I am usually heading to the East Bay for good BBQ and so it's nice that there's good BBQ north of me. Will definitely make a drive up again just for BBQ, and to see my sister too...lol I can't reply to a review complaining about the cost of the ribs, due to being charged for the bone but WTH . Like have you not had ribs before . read more

It is all SO good! The place is clean and fresh. There are chairs outside for those early birds who want to make sure they don't miss out on the BBQ. Parking is limited in front of the business and you get to back out onto a busy street , so be patient and watch for traffic. Food is great. Beans are excellent! We got beef sausage (casing was really crisp) brisket & ribs were well seasoned with rub. Each table has a quart of BBQ sauce in a squirt bottle so you can use as much or as little as you want. We also got apple slaw, both regular and jalapeño cornbread, and the Mac and cheese. Staff was welcoming and cordial. Music was awesome! Love 60's-70's R&B. It was not cheap but it was worth it. Will go again. read more

A&M BBQ - Brisket, ribs, mac&cheese, apple slaw, reg & jalapeño cornbread, beans ( these beans are EXCELLENT!) - Barbeque Near Me - Sebastopol, California

The food here was amazing! Hands down best bbq I've ever had in California. The owner is hands on and the employees appeared happy and were super helpful. We tried almost everything on the menu with favorites being the oxtail which id never had, and the potato salad which was different from what I'm used to. It seemed a bit pricey at first glance but we got tons of food and meat is quite expensive these days. Well worth every penny. A lot of time and effort goes into this food too and it shows, a real treat read more