I tried Barney's yesterday while visiting the area, feeling like having a beef sandwich. It's an older neighborhood and shopping center, but for me it's all about the food. The waitress was pleasant and welcoming. I ordered the beef sandwich with barbecue sauce. I was delighted to be asked how I wanted my beef cooked. Usually with beef sandwiches and/or French dips at most places, it just comes cooked well. I ordered it rare and it came to my table just as I like it. Very tender beef and both sauces available. Their original brown gravy and a tomato based barbecue sauce. I chose the latter and took the brown gravy home to use with my ground beef. Unfortunately the fryer had broken down so I couldn't get fries on this visit. Next time I hope to try their fries, because I will be back when in the area. If you don't need fancy and want to enjoy a good beef meal, give Barney's a try. read more

Barney's Hickory Pit - Barbecue beef sandwich with grilled onions. - Barbeque Near Me - Concord, California

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I don't even do reviews. NO STARS.It is seat yourself restaurant. My family was NEVER acknowledged! It wasn't even busy. Gone over the menu. You would figure the one of the staff at least bring us utensils and napkins and finally introduce themselves. Still no one approached us. Another family came after us, and they were acknowledged, approached right away, was greeted, and utensils and napkins were placed onto their table. THAT WAS A SIGN...... Funny how menu says "We compete in quality, not price." LMAO... YEAH RIGHT. Went across the street to Mins Kitchen. PLACE WAS PACKED!!!!!! SERVICE WAS NIGHT AND DAY DIFFERENCE. read more

Stars is for the service. BBQ should be flavorful and unfortunately their food was very bland. I really wanted to like this place. I drove by and it smelled amazing but I was pretty disappointed. read more

Such a great French Dip here!! You get fresh meat cooked to your liking, not soaking in juice all day like some places & the au juice was perfect, not overly salty. Plus, at a reasonable price, this reason will definitelybring me back, too. Also, expect to step back in time to a CLEAN 'ol fashion 80's country café style. Thank you Barney's for keeping your food & atmosphere orginal read more

I first reviewed the new Barney's not long after the new owners took over. As long time (60 years) customers of the original Barney's, I was really rooting for the new team. It was terribly disappointing. So tonight we gave them another chance, hoping for a little taste of the old Barney's. It was awful. If possible, the ribs were even drier and the sauce even more nauseating. I've had better BBQ sauce on Banquet frozen Dinner. $45 for two regular size rib dinners. Banquet--$3.99. Save your money. read more

Food was subpar and expensive. Nickel and dime you for every little thing. Doesn't feel good to give this place my business.

Absolute worst experience at dinner tonight. Watching people come in after us getting their order taken. 4 of us at the table asking for napkins we got 3 napkins. Struggled our entire meal to get straws & silverware.. we finally got straws never got silverware. Spent so much time trying to get the basic things didn't realize a third of my meal was missing.... They sure made everything OK when they took two dollars off read more

I got the French dip, which was ok, I expected more out of a bbq place flavor wise. My husband got a burger but it seemed liked one of those frozen patties along with cold fries. Service was just ok i just wasn't impressed. I tried it off a recommendation but probably won't be back read more

Delicious home cooking and bbq. Hopefully they will one day offer the Friday special again (prime rib sandwich) as that is what kept me coming back most Fridays Pre-pandemic. read more

Why didn't the Elite Yelper go to the Denim event? Because he went to Barney's the day before. And he has no denim besides blue jeans. Oh, I so wanted to see Eugene flirting with the girls . . . So why Barney's? My daughter's school has an eat-out night once a month, part of your bill goes to the school, and this month the winner was Barney's. So off we went, and let's see how it compares to Back Forty and Everett & Jones. It's a simple storefront on Clayton Road, not fancy at all (real BBQ places are not fancy). I dug the pictures; my grandfather was an Arkie, lived "The Grapes Of Wrath", and had old western paintings like this in his old house on the farm. The 80s music in the background didn't quite fit, though, I expected country music. So not quite an authentic choke-and-puke from Texas. Me: half a chicken. Spicy skin, the bbq sauce added a good flavor to it. Fries were errrgh. Hunny: fish & chips, "they were real good." Girl: chicken strips, normal sized for grown-ups but too big for elementary school children. There is no kids menu. Chicken strips and grilled cheese sandwich are both for sale, but you may need a doggie bag. Overall, it's pretty good, but a definite step below Back Forty. It is convenient on the slow drive on Clayton Road if you want to stop and get some takeout food on the way home to east Concord or Clayton. So it is a choice, but the Cheese Steak Shop is a few steps away and has better food. read more

Been going to Barney's since the 60's. It has never let us down. Always get ribs, moist, tender. We love the brown gravy. Usually get take out and plan so we have leftovers. Good stuff but if you're looking for ribs coated in bbq sauce you won't find 'em here. Their price is comparable to other places. We will continue to patronize Barney's. read more

Overall (4/10) Food (5/10) Price (5/10) Location (2/10) This place, I wouldn't call bbq. Grilling is more like it. I only had the pork spare ribs, and honestly I have made way better myself. I was a little disappointed, and I would find better at kinders. Didn't come for breakfast, which may have been a better choice. Would I come back? NOPE read more

Barney's Hickory Pit - To go Junior pork spare ribs. Around $12. - Barbeque Near Me - Concord, California

We had lunch here today for the first time. It was delicious. Husband had a French dip, ordered medium/rare and that's how it came. My turkey sandwich was perfect on a French bread roll. Both of our meats were so tender and generous portions. Crispy french fries and tangy coleslaw. We'll be back! read more

This is our favorite bbq restaurant. They serve the most tender and generous amount of roast beef on a sour dough roll. Wonderful sauce to dip the sandwich. We added a loaded baked potato with our meal. Really delicious. read more

They were really good I ordered to go for pick up, my order was correct. I ordered just a regular rib plate with potato salad and red sauce. It was alot and worth the $15. 2 servings. Don't get the Brown sauce. Surprised they didn't have alot of pictures on yelp, but i agree with the reviews. I would definitely come back! read more

Barney's Hickory Pit - Barbeque Near Me - Concord, California

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Been coming to barney's for about 45 years off and on move away so only make it about twice a year . Food was good but use to be better . Not sure who owns it now ? The guy and gal preparing the food use there bare hands . He cuts the meat like a little kid like 30 little thin pieces of pork . Just cut a some 1/4 slices dude & be done was just weird to see . The bbq sirloin of beef is great very tender and good portion . I will come back but each time it gets closer to the last time . I feel the end is near . All good things come to a end read more

This place is amazing and a hole in the wall. I don't eat beef or pork anymore but when I did I would always get a half order of the ribs w/ the sauce on the side! SO I CAN DIP MY FRNECH FRIES IN THEM ;) you also get a hamburger bun and 2 pickles with your order! I LOVE PICKLES SO BEG EVERYONE ELSE FOR THEIRS! Now usually when we go here in a blue moon I order the tenders and fries. read more

OK, the slit pea soup was really good. Huge bowl, could have left happily at that point. As everybody says...what is with this sauce? I think it's really gravy, not bbq sauce. What's the history of this place? I have no doubt that ownerhsip has changed since it originally opened, there's no way they could have survived for 50 years selling this. If you must go here, drop by the mini mart across the street first to pick up some bbq sauce. Not recommended for: first dates, bachelor parties, bar mitzvahs, St. Patricks day, breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Two points for the soup. read more

After a tough Friday on the job I was really looking forward to some barbecue. I thought this place was related to the Hickory Pit chain that used to exist throughout the Bay Area. Went in and ordered a combo plate which arrived smothered in some kind of brown sauce. This is not the barbecue sauce we were looking for! This is something akin to the pan drippings mixed with a little pepper and some flour. Kind of like a roux, more like a gravy, nothing at all like barbecue sauce. I even tried there red sauce which was the same gravy with more heat and vinegar. I was so disappointed that I had to send the combo plate back. I never do that... I switched over to the prime rib and although I ordered that medium rare the meal arrived medium well. I suffered through that silently and decided to order a pie ala mode in an effort to save the night. Finally a success, I probably should have just had several slices of pie all night because that was really delicious. Diner beware, this is not traditional BBQ. Based on all the other reviews apparently some people really like this stuff but I can't in all good taste call this barbecue. All credit is due to my server, she was very kind and understanding. She would get 5 stars for sure. read more

Barney's Hickory Pit - This is the combo plate smothered in brown sauce. This is not traditional BBQ sauce, this is something completely different. Caveat emptor! - Barbeque Near Me - Concord, California

We've been customers of Barney's for years and even through owner changes. Never disappointed, great service and very nice group of people. Amazing barbecue and smoked ribs and no one can touch their signature gravy/sauce that goes over their ribs and chicken. Always yummy. read more

I really like the ribs I love their french fries and the gravy Oliveira items on the menu are very good

They have gotten worse raises the prices on the meats $1.00 and now I order onion rings $5.50 and they charges me $1.00 for ranch. I should have known the end of an era was when the restaurant was sold, the new owner needs to get on board read more

Came here because another BBQ place I wanted to go to was closed... glad I did because it was actually very yummy. Now, typically I get brisket, but this is not a regular bbq place (I.e. meat doesn't seem to be offered by the pound, no typical bbq meats, aside from ribs and the turkey)... after accepting that I was open for a new experience, and got the beef sandwich which is a sirloin sandwich. The meat was really tender and tasted amazing! The red sauce was okay. Somewhat like bbq sauce but not really. You can also get a brown sauce which is more like gravy. I added fries to the order- think they should add a side with the sandwich and just charge 9.90. I ordered a single rib as a side to try. It was good but I've made better ones myself (could've been more flavorful) and for the price not worth it. We also ordered the combination plate (sauce in the side), comes with ham, turkey, sirloin and a rib. it was good. Nothing super great but a satisfying dinner. This plate came with a side and a toasted burger bun (think a buttered toast or cornbread would be better). Generally felt like the food was too pricy, especially for location and being in concord. Service was wonderful though and really nice. We came late around 9.10 and they didn't rush us. read more

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Not that good at all. I ordered the combo plate and the ribs were a bit tough and the brown sauce they poured all over it was a big mistake. It didn't taste like any BBQ sauce I've ever had. Then I realized everyone orders the "Red Sauce". Much better but the brown sauce had already ruined the flavor. The ambiance was similar to a country cafeteria with naugahyde decor. The plates were way overpriced for the quality ($20 per person incl drink, tax, tip). The service was OK even though she forgot about us a couple of times. Definitely not coming back. FYI, camo baseball caps and goatees were in full effect. read more

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I ordered tonight for Barney's in Concord and got nothing I orderd.I did not get a choice of sides like the menu said and when I asked for both of there BBQ saucers on the side I was given gravy instead. When I complained, they just blew me off .the gravy they gave me, the cook said that is what it comes with.i have never gotten gravy before while ordering BBQ. They treated me like shit for complaining.He said that there is no menu on line.There website sure has a menu posted that I followed while ordering He said if you want to see a menu you have to come into the restaurant .How do you order for pick up if there is no menu posted on there website.the menu online on there website has a price posted but when you come in they lied to me by telling me that there is no menu posted online. When you get there, they charge you way more than what is posted on there website .They sure don't know how to handle a complaint or know how to treat a customer .I will never be returning there and if I we you I wouldn't patronize them either.Look at there website and tell me that they don't have a menu posted.Then you can see they lied to one of there customers .How many other customers are being lied to or overcharged because they didn't order right, in the cooks opinion! read more

I was looking for some comfort food to take my mind off of the craziness with the coronavirus going around. I Picked up ribs from Barney's and boy did I make the right choice. The food was delicious. Great barbecue sauce. They gave me three different kinds to sample and each one was wonderful. If you're in the mood for some good barbecue give them a shot. read more

Let's be clear right upfront.....this is not your typical BBQ joint and it is far from a "5 Star" restaurant. I'm rating the actual ribs, service and value. That said, the ribs were huge, juicy, well-seasoned and smoked, southern style. After reading some reviews, I preemptively ordered the sauces on the side. I prefer a tangy, sweet-hot sauce, somewhat akin to St. Louis style versus the brown gravy-sauce, that I would use on meatloaf, for example. To each his own and avoid issues by ordering the sauces on the side and dip in your preference. Minimal ambience, but here again, I'm here for the RIBS, which satisfied my craving! My server was superb, the hot food was hot and the cool food cool! Passable slaw and left completely satisfied. Will certainly be back and will drive right by competitors. Make the extra 10 minute drive from Pleasant Hill or Martinez and enjoy the ribs. Will never "go Slow" again. read more

First time coming here today and it'll definitely be my last. I hate to be "that" customer but I really paid 34.76 for a two meals, one meat plate and one pulled pork sandwich and they were served cold!! But that's just the start, the girl in the front gave me the wrong change, the fries were not cooked very well (some were raw, they were also cold) the ketchup dispenser was so watery that when I tried to get a small container of ketchup, it squirted all over my clothes. I'm sorry but that's just not acceptable. read more

I've been coming here since there were wooden clocks on the wall for sale and I've literally never had anything less than a 5-Star experience. Tonight, Ash made the experience so much better! She was super sweet and accommodating, giving my daughter all the extra pickles she asked for (and not charging us - hope I'm not getting you in trouble!) and bringing everything out super fast even though it was a full house. She was bubbly and lovely. And then there's the food - always so good! Meat is always done perfectly, I love the red sauce, and my favorite is always the salad - super simple but always so good! Even my parents who live in New Jersey now always make it a point to stop in here at least once during their visit! We'll be coming in for dinner for as long as you're open!!! read more

I've been here so often over the years that I'm the Swarm mayor. It's come a long way downhill. I stuck with it though "we're out of ribs" and "the credit card machine is not working." Sometimes now the ribs are dry. Today, I bought a small plate of dry ribs with a couple sides, no soda, for $17.99 plus tax. It's just too much for this little. Please reduce prices and make fresh ribs - I want to support you guys! read more

Great place to keep to your KETO diet! Really friendly staff. Always really well cooked meats and they have a separate Keto menu! I usually get a steak with the cole slaw and salad that comes with it. The little amount of sugar in the house dressing doesn't bother me, but it's not strictly Keto. Still, Barney's is a great place to stay on track! Thanks guys! read more

I ordered they're French dip ,it would have been wonderful if they knew how to slice meat .I ordered it rare and it was tougher than shoe leather ...major disappointment since this is probably the first and only time that I will ever order anything from there again ‍ read more

This is one of our regular spots to eat. Friendly service and pretty consistent quality. This place has been around since 1957 and they changed owners for the first time a few years ago but the quality hasn't dropped off. read more

I had lunch the best lunch or should I say the best meal I ever had at Barney's. The service was great and the food was extremely great. I am been going to Barney's for a very long time. Keep up the great work, whatever Is been done it's working better now. I plan to go back in the near future, hope to find great food like I did today. read more

I've gone here several times over the years when I'm in concord and enjoyed the food. Today after waiting 20 minutes ( there was no other customers )for our sliced pork to arrive I went in the back looking for the bathroom only to find the unmasked cook handling the meat on our plates with no gloves on!!! The clueless waitress said they couldn't handle knives with gloves on?? I don't think so!! We left immediately and will never return read more

Great classic style. Piles of food. A local business, worth the patronage. Friendly staff and service.

Not good tonight. Called in an order for medium rare sliced beef, a French dip and rib diner.Spent about $60 on food to go got it home and the beef was on the well side called to complain, Anna took my number and said the manager would call me tomorrow. She Called me right back after speaking to the manager and was told I would have to bring the food back to get a credit or new food. Since I'm all the way across town I chose not to do so and post this review instead. I would suggest if you want to try Barney's that you eat in and don't take it to go unless you look at it before you leave. Today I sent my daughter to pick it up so nobody checked it. BTW I have been a customer at Barney's since the 1980's read more

I headed out to the Hickory Pit here at Barney's and I ordered something from their new items and a new side dish. I'm having a Garden Burger and Sweet Potato fries. I'm looking forward to a great meal and I will be savoring the new dish. It's a friendly atmosphere, and family friendly, too! I don't get here often so it's time to eat! read more

Spent over $50 the Chicken tasted old and dry the Ribs were not worth the price they were probably cooked yesterday. I asked for French Fries and got Potato Salad asked for extra Pickles and got 1. My family has been going to Barney's for years and it was great food now it's under new ownership the food has really gone down to the bottom of the barrel read more

We have been coming here for years. Today we placed our first to go order with the new owners were very pleased with the portions and sauce. It might not be the awesome original owners anymore but give the new owners a chance they deserve:) We will back! read more