I remember seeing these guys on "triple D", and Guy was very impressed with their food. So, when I saw their booth at the Labor Day, weekend barbecue cookoff in Sparks, I decided to give them a try. I was not let down at all. I chose a platter with three ribs, hot link, cornbread, and for my sides, I chose their "porky beans", and coleslaw. Everything was amazing The ribs were succulent, and fall off the bone, tender, and the barbecue sauce was rich and tangy. The hot link had a good flavor, and had just enough of a "zip" to it, that got my attention. There was a good amount of pork in the beans, and I'm not sure what was in the sauce, but it was rich and delicious. The coleslaw was nicely, dressed with a little bit of pepper in it. The cornbread had just a little bit of a "sweet" to it, which I really like. It was also very tender. It didn't need any butter, or anything. This amazing meal, they only charged me 20 bucks. Worth every penny! Next time, I want to head into the restaurant to try some more of their offerings. Thanks for a great meal. read more

BJ's Nevada Barbecue - Now that was a lunch... - Barbeque Near Me - Sparks, Nevada

Great BBQ platter lunch special and generous portions. Fast service and clean ambiance. Tender brisket, ribs, sausage, and tri tip. Cornbread with chili and Mac and cheese was also good too. read more

Wow! Amazing all the way around! We arrived at 5pm and waited approximately 20 minutes for a table. As we were seated we were offered waters. Our server was pleasant and patient. The ambiance of the restaurant goes hand in hand with bbq. It's bright, clean, welcoming and family orientated. We ordered an appetizer of yummy onion rings which were freshly fried and hot. Before we devoured the rings our meals were delivered lightening fast. I ordered a bowl of delish clam chowder. It was thick and full of clams with an occasional crunch from the sand. The only downfall was I wish it was a bit hotter for my liking but regardless it was perfect. The brisket one meat platter with mac n cheese and mashed potatoes was full of yumminess. The brisket sandwich was so tender and full of flavor. The fries were out of this world and reminded us of the old fashion pic-nik shoestring potato chips. The pickle spear was full of flavor but lacked the crunch. Come eat like a pig...highly recommend! read more

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Great joint in Reno for BBQ. Had the Pork Pastrami sandwich. AKA the Porkstrami. With a HUGE basket of fries made for a hearty and GOOD meal. read more

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Came here for lunch and got their BBQ platter which comes with three meats and two sides. All theeat was tender and our favorite were the ribs which had good flavor. The chopped pork and brisket were okay, but we thought a lot of the flavor was carried from the BBQ sauce instead of the meat. The decor inside has that BBQ joint feel with some nice pig paraphernalia and Nevafa stuff. Shayla our server was very nice and courteous and made us feel right at home. My only critique involves another server who seemed very chatty with a couple who sat next to our table. She was talking with them a lot. She also made a comment after she noticed me taking photos of the inside saying "you can easily spot out the first timers." I think that's something a server should keep to themselves instead of mentioning it out loud. But that's me. I would've given this review 3.5 stars if I could just for that. But I'm giving it 4 because everything else was excellent. Would definitely come back again. read more

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Ouch! First time at BJ's a couple years ago I had a fairly decent meal. Not great, not bad, but at least edible. This last time, a couple days ago, I was severely disappointed. Yes, the brisket was actually INEDIBLE! It was dry, tough, rubbery, tasteless. The only way I could even power a couple of bites down was soaking it in the BBQ sauce. At least the chicken I had with it was moist and had SOME flavor. I had the grits and cheddar as one side and it's like they put them in a food processor. Grits should be gritty, not smooth like paste ( I promise I don't eat paste). The Costco applesauce was the best thing I had. We literally had to go out to lunch again. Our service was blah but at we were only charged for one meal. Not sure who finds this place acceptable, but I shall never return. Dammit! JimG read more

I was on a trip in Reno for a week conference and one of my colleagues at the conference recommended BJ's in Reno, Nevada. I we went around 5:30 and sat down right away. The menu was given to us and the waitress was really nice and she recommend recommended some items so we decided to get the shareable and side of Whoop ass fries We also added two more cornbread, and I have to admit their barbecue sauce was really delicious. All their meat was very tender falling off the bone. It was absolutely delicious. The cornbread was very soft and was super moist and most cornbread are hard as a rock. The coleslaw and potato salad I really like a lot. I really love the potato salad because it didn't have a lot of pickles or a lot of mustard in it. It was really balanced and the same for the cole slaw. The service was wonderful the staff were so friendly. I really recommend this place if you're ever in Reno it is a family owned and the food is just really excellent. Side note that Guy Feri diners, drive-ins, and dives was on their wall. So you know this place is legit. read more

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My husband was feeling like rib dinner so he went an got take away from BJ!s. We haven't done take out there for a while. It was $44 for a rack of ribs and 2 sides plus corn bread. I remember back in the day when I first started going there it was like $14.99. Times sure have changed. I wish the ribs were more tender, the pork wasn't falling off the bone, but flavorful with the medium sauce. We had the potato salad and coleslaw. I remember when the sides came in much larger containers. We received 3 small pieces of corn bread, which is so yummy! I like the lunch special better, 3 nice size ribs and two sides with corn bread and a drink for less than $20. read more

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First time here 7/31/2026. I drive by it everyday on my way home and had to try. GREAT DECISION. I ordered a full rack of ribs/13 pieces and some Mac n cheese. Both were Delicious!! They even put corn bread with my order, and I've never liked corn bread until now. It was soooo good. Tasted fresh, soft and sweet. The place is very clean and the staff was super friendly. I will definitely be back and will recommend this place to others. read more

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This place is a Reno institution, and if you haven't had their food, you're missing out. The atmosphere is casual and comfortable, perfect for a barbecue place. Everyone was really friendly. Our server, Kelsea, greeted us and took our drink order soon after we sat down. We both ordered one of the lunch specials that came with two ribs, a pulled pork slider, Kickass Fries, and a drink. It arrived quickly and was a lot of food. The ribs were meaty, the pork slider was overflowing with tender pulled pork, and the Kickass Fries were, well... kickass. If you've never had them, they're fries covered with a generous amount of pulled pork, BBQ sauce, and cheddar cheese, with sour cream on the side. If you order them off the main menu, they can also be customized several different ways. We were really happy with both the food and the service, and we'll definitely be back in the near future. read more

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I've been in a few times and everything I've had is always delicious! The service is always exemplary and the atmosphere reminds me of a diner vibe. But, my favorite day to visit is always on Wednesday, which is their weekly Beef Ribs day! I love Beef Ribs and they're always difficult to find. This place does them well. Always delicious and it's a filling meal no matter what size you order. You can get 3 ribs or a full slab...the order of 3 is always enough for me with the 2 sides and cornbread! if you love Beef Ribs as much as I do, this is worth the visit. Check it out to see what YOU think! read more

Another amazing experience! Service is fast, friendly and informative. The aroma of fresh barbecue just permeates the air. It's fun to watch them work the "pass" where all the fresh cooked food comes out. It's an art! read more

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Best BBQ I have had in Reno in years. I ordered the BBQ Feast and the portions were more than enough for 4. Price was Very reasonable. I would recommend BJ's to anyone. read more

We had lunch there today to get our fave calamaris. But the funny thing (and frustrating) , was they failed to deliver it as our appetizer because they had problems in the kitchen. Someone must have not put the tab or maybe it was forgotten. Appetizers are suppose to be served before your entree. Anyway, things happen and we've been there several times and it does not stop us from going there. I ordered Shrimp Scampi. It was pretty good, though i'm not a fan of angel hair. But having that aside, it was decent taste but i wished they'd marinated the shrimp or else it would not have so much taste when mixed with noodles. I say 7/10. read more

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First time to BJs did not disappoint! Easy to find parking in this lowkey building right off 80. We went on a Saturday and had no wait. Service was attentive and very prompt. We got the brisket pretzel and 3 meat sample platter. The pretzel was amazing, crispy, and the chopped brisket was tender. The brisket was the star of the 3 meat sample platter as well - the sides were fine (beans and sweet potato crumble) but the meat was the real star. Fun interior, has the right vibes for a local bbq joint. Will be back to try the burgers! read more

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Great smoked meat. Lots of carby sides. If this your deal - go. We are on the search for a compromise barbecue spot as I was not into one single side. We had to order meat separately and a side salad for me to eat without getting a meal with sides I did not want. read more

Another first time try for me. Went in for dinnner. Had a great vibe walking in. Seated promptly and had our drinks. I chose the 2 meat platter with coleslaw and mashed potatoes n gravy. The meat was great. Especially the brisket. It just melted in my mouth. Coleslaw was crisp and creamy. The mashed potatoes were cold the gravy was hot. The server took it back and the second attempt was the same. Overall I enjoyed my dinner. Can't wait to go back for breakfast. read more

BJ's Nevada Barbecue - Sparks local spot - Barbeque Near Me - Sparks, Nevada

Nice bbq restaurant with lots of easy parking. Brisket and ribs were flavorful, but ribs could have had more meat and smoke to them. Sauce was a little too sweet for me. BBQ beans were fantastic, potato salad had great flavor, but unfortunately the potatoes were a little undercooked, so slightly crunchy. BBQ nachos were a hit for the table, big sized enough for 6 of us. Very friendly server too. Great meal! read more

The lunch offer of crazy ass fries with 2 ribs a pork slider and a drink was pretty amazing. Our server was very good. She took great care of us! I love the down home feel of the restaurant and highly recommend BJs for any meal. A real gem in an overwhelming number of far less places to eat. read more

Really, really bad! That's how I would describe the food here at BJ's BBQ! My husband and I went on Saturday evening around 5 pm. There was a short wait; it was somewhat busy, but not as busy as it should have been for a Saturday night. I had the baked potato with the beef, and opted for the three-meat sampler. The potato was a good size with decent presentation, and perfectly made. The sampler seemed smaller, with very small meat portions--pulled pork, brisket, and finally pork ribs. I dug into my potato, which was cooked perfectly, but the brisket was all fat--I mean all fat. My husband's brisket was also all fat, along with large fat chunks in the pulled pork. I couldn't eat the pulled pork, so left pretty much the entire portion. The ribs were the top of the rack with four ribs; again, the top one was all fat, and the other three were pretty good. The dry rub could have used a bit more salt, but overall, it was tasty. The server was a bit annoyed when I shared my observation after the meal. I didn't want to say anything during the meal, as we didn't have time for the meat replacement to come out. Overall, I gave BJ's a two-star rating based solely on the food. The meal was quite expensive, making a second visit unlikely, so I probably won't be back. read more

Great Service, food, and atmosphere! Stopped by for some breakfast this go round and they did not disappoint. Well worth it so make sure to get out and support the local eateries that help make Northern Nevada the special place it is. Hey but don't take my word for it check it out for yourself. read more

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Great food, okay service and nice atmosphere. They have some really good specials. I liked the bloody mary read more

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Great choice for your next BBQ meal. Ample parking is available. The restaurant and restrooms were clean. There are lots of options on the menu. The prices were fair for the amount of food we got. My husband and I went for lunch. We sat at the bar and had prompt friendly service. We placed our order and the server said the the food would be right out. She wasn't kidding!! We got our hot, delicious food within what seemed just a few minutes after we ordered. My husband ordered the Crazy Ass platter and I ordered a Pulled Pork sandwich with a side of mashed potatoes. We both opted for the mild sauce which didn't disappoint. We were both full fairly quickly and brought leftovers home. We will be sure to come back soon to try other items on the menu. read more

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We've been here many times and this is the first time our service is not great. Server barely comes by to check on us. We left out empty cup by the edge of the table but never got our refill until we called for it. Mind you, she walked by our table multiple times. Never asked how everything was until we were done eating. Food was good tho, thats why we kept coming back. But this will make me reconsider coming back because of the level of service we received. read more

This breakfast is delicious! I was blown away with the options. Everything I read made my mouth water. They also have great deals on mimosas! Which I am a huge fan of. The service is impeccable! Everyone kind and attentive! Felt like I was back in the south! The restaurant its self was rustic and felt homie. I truly enjoyed my time there. read more

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What a wonderful evening at BJ's barbecue in Sparks Nevada, they were nine of us in our waitress was beyond great. She made sure we had all our orders and in all our drinks and kept calming around to make sure everything was all right with us all the food that we had we all stated it was delicious the ribs, the salad that pulled pork sandwiches they had a potato with pulled pork, sour cream and the kids all ate it so we definitely book could be going back because the place was crowded but our service was still outstanding. Thank you BJ's for a wonderful evening. read more

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We can usually get a table fairly quick in the bar section since it's just the two of us . Food is good but Friday night they do sell out of the prime rib do come early read more

My friend and I were wanting Corned beef being as though it was St. Patrick's Day . BJ's is a well known local favorite and I hadn't been here for a very long time. My friend practically lives on sandwiches so I trusted her judgement here. I have to admit I hadn't had a Corned Beef sandwich in a very long time. BJ's hadn't changed inside since I was there ions ago., which is fine. That down home Western theme works well with BBQ. We both ordered the Corned Beef on Rye which included a side, mine I ordered coleslaw and hers with fries. The waitress was very pleasant and provided us with extra napkins which we definitely needed. Our eyes popped out of our heads when the sandwiches arrived, they were generously piled with the beef on a nice marbled rye. It took a minute to cut it in half. And as I bit into it was tender and delicious. I spread on this great ground spicy mustard which made it even better. The coleslaw was really good with just the right balance of tart and sweet. Both of us could only finish half and Togo boxes were in order. I will make a comment about the price, over $20 dollars for that sandwich, but It definitely was enough for two meals and we both left extremely satisfied. read more

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Craving bbq? This place has you covered. Great food at decent prices. It was a little crowded when we went so I'd recommend calling beforehand. We ordered a little bit of everything. The ribs were great as well as the brisket. The corn bread stood out as well. We'll be going back for sure soon. read more

BJ's Nevada Barbecue - Beef Brisket and ribs - Barbeque Near Me - Sparks, Nevada

BJ's BBQ delivers comfort food done right, with heart behind every bite. The BBQ is flavorful, perfectly cooked, and exactly what you want when you're craving something hearty and satisfying--but what really sets them apart is the people. Their catering experience is absolutely top-notch. From start to finish, everything was seamless: generous portions, crowd-pleasing flavors, and food that arrived hot and ready to impress. It was clear they take just as much pride in catering as they do in their restaurant. BJ's BBQ is proudly family-owned, and you can feel it in the care, consistency, and warmth they bring to every interaction. This isn't just BBQ--it's a business built on family, community, and seriously good food. A local favorite for very good reason. read more

Pretty good local BBQ joint with nofrill and friendly service. It's popular with locals and the ribs are tasty. I chose the hot sauce and it's not spicy at all. The ribs are moist and tender so no complaints there. I'm glad they have the option to order ribs only with no sides because I typically don't care for the sides in most BBQ places. The price is decent. The place looks like a decent BBQ place with a large parking lot. The atmosphere is lively even on a Tuesday night because of the locals. Tuesday is the tri tip day but I couldn't try it because I really can't stuff anymore food after 7 ribs. The service is fairly friendly with prompt ordering and water refill so absolutely no complaints there. Overall it's a great choice if you fancy BBQ especially if you are coming from CA like I am. read more

BJ's Nevada Barbecue - 7 pork ribs - Barbeque Near Me - Sparks, Nevada

The portions are ridiculously small. We got our plate and we didn't know what we were looking at considering it was the size of a kid meal. It tasted OK, but the meat didn't taste good. It was very bland and my friend asked why it was gray. Definitely not Instagram worthy. Anyways, won't be back. read more

I got the Chicken Salad. On the menu, it said "smoked chicken". So I was thinking because it's a BBQ restaurant, I'm thinking it's pulled chicken. This is the deli chicken meat. This salad was 20.00. The service was fine, but the salad was disappointing. Only if I can give 0 stars read more

BJ's Nevada Barbecue - Chicken Salad - Barbeque Near Me - Sparks, Nevada

Excellent BBQ, not sure what else needs to be said. The ambience is what I expect, the staff was very friendly and the portions are generous. Definitely a great choice for a good meal, I really need to go again and try the breakfast !! read more

This place was amazing. If you're looking for bbq in the Reno/ sparks area this is the spot. Excellent service and food. I highly recommend the brisket, which was tender and lathered In a delicious hot bbq sauce. I was delighted that they had sweat tea, the perfect pairing to the elevated southern comfort food. read more

BJ's Nevada Barbecue - Forgot to take a picture before digging in. Sweet potato crunch and bbq beans along side the chicken, brisket, and ribs. - Barbeque Near Me - Sparks, Nevada

Very nice place, clean, friendly and some absolutely great food. Good portions had the pulled pork sandwich very tender and tasty. Service was fantastic. A Special Thanks to Caitlin for her recommendations and cheerful service. read more

Friendly staff and great service. Ordered a barbecue sampler plate with pulled pork, chicken, and their award winning ribs. All 3 meats were moist, very tender and tasty. Will be back! read more

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Smoked pastrami Ruben on Thursdays special was by far the best sandwich I've had in the 40 years in Reno/Sparks. Thank you I can't wait for next Thursday read more

The kick Ass fries are to die for!!! So full of flavor and just incredible! Love their breakfast burritos and the option to get 1/2 orders of things! Service is always incredible and the restaurant is always clean! Definitely recommend giving them a try! read more

I had the smokestack pretzel at an event, in June. Wow! I never took a photo but I haven't been able to forget it! It was a loaded pretzel topped with brisket, cheese, peppers, onions, and more! So good!!! I plan to try it again, and some more items, with photos! I will review again then! read more