We are from Austin, Texas here visiting, and these are the best burnt ends ever! The salad was also amazing, as well as the pork ribs. Great job! read more

Canyons Barbeque - Barbeque Near Me - Castro Valley, California

Amazing Barbecue sauce!!! Food is good. A bit pricey but worth it for the flavor of the meat. Everything has a great smokey flavor. read more

I came here not expecting much, but Canyons crushed it! The burnt ends are great, brisket was solid, the chimichurri on the gaucho sandwich was super flavorful, and all of the sides were excellent. Prices for what you get are fair and they've got a huge variety of beer on draft. Debbie was super friendly and helped me carry my food and drinks out to one of the tables -- we'll be coming back! read more

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Canyons BBQ catered my dads Celebration of Life and they were amazing. The staff communicated with me throughout the 5 hours they were there and a member of the team even came a bit earlier to check out the space for set up. They were all very professional and took great care of our guests. The food was fabulous and bountiful. The ribs were tender, the brisket flavorful and tender. Plenty of beans, potato salad, and green salad. We also had the Caprese skewer appetizer and they were delicious. They truly had it all together and made it possible for me and my family to be worry free on this special day. read more

So I have to say that Canyons BBQ breakfast is definitely a secret delicious thing to get. They are right next to Philz, grab a coffee and then get a breakfast taco. They were AMAZING. As well as the breakfast sandwiches. Canyons BBQ meat is always delicious and you can't really go wrong with anything you get Unfortunately, I'm always disappointed with their sides. I can't seem to find a side dish that I think tastes good. I would only come for the meats and skip the sides. read more

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This was my experience at canyons. Nice and clean as soon as you walk in. I dined in ,they have out outdoor seating as well. Cashier was helpful professional. I ordered 2 combos and 2 kid's meals . The burnt ends were my favorite. hot link, pork ribs, mac cheese, and garlic bread were great too. What Im not a fan of was brisket was a bit on the dry side and my fries were not crispy .You aren't doing the rest of your excellent food justice sending out limp fries. Overall I enjoyed my experience and will be back. read more

Friendly counter staff. Food came fast but it was obviously slow cook. Good vibe from the music to the decor. The food was excellent! Eat here! read more

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3.9 stars $38(?) 3 meat combo meal + cornbread and 2 sides. A good local spot but if you already got a decent BBQ near you, no need to come here. ...unless you really like Kansas style pork ribs. Cornbread: Not my style or I had better? Can't decide. Beans: simple but well seasoned and good. Mac Cheese: simple but nicely seasoned. Pork ribs: just my style with a sweet barbecue sauce rubbed on. Wonderful. Feels like Kansas City style. Burnt Ends: mixed. Has rendered fat? Out of this world. Lacking a fat layer? Chewy and a touch dry. Brisket: it was fine but I've had much better. read more

Canyons Barbeque - 3 meat combo with 2 sides and cornbread - Barbeque Near Me - Castro Valley, California

Canyons Barbeque is located on CV Blvd and has a shared parking lot with Castro Valley Marketplace and all the other businesses in that area. Canyons BBQ is a pretty spacious restaurant with a large patio area and inside seating as well. A bar with artisanal draft beers. A couple of tvs. Two separate multi-user men and women's restrooms. The service waa friendly and welcoming. She recommended a couple of her favorites which were the Pulled Pork and the Chicken. We wanted to get the Burnt Ends, but they were sold out of them, along with their Pork Ribs. Sadness. We ended up getting the Large Brisket Meal: served with 2 sides and bread (4/5). We chose Mac & Cheese and Potato Salad. Choice between Garlic Bread & Cornbread. The brisket was lean, smoky, and tender. Both of our sides were very good. My wife said the garlic bread was tasty and good. Support your local business. read more

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When there are no food pictures, food must have been that good. Came in during lunch and we were greeted warmly and food was amazing. We ordered four meals and they came out fast and hot and the plates loaded. $109 for four people, which isn't bad at all considering how much BBQ costs. The favorite is the Mac & Cheese and Burnt Ends. They have a considerable beer menu. After we ate, their amazing staff person, Debbie, came out to ask if everything was good for us and to chat a bit about upcoming events. We make come out to try their breakfast and I'll try to make sure we get food pictures. read more

Canyons Barbeque - Barbeque Near Me - Castro Valley, California

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Q the Roof Another of the eleven locally-owned and operated Real Smoked BBQ locations, which include: Barbeque Pit (South SJ), Aptos St BBQ (Aptos [duh]), South Winchester BBQ (West SJ), Wagon Wheel (Mountain View), Salinas City BBQ (Salas), BBQ 152 (Gilroy), Trail Dust (Morgan Hill), Crossroads (Carmel-by-the-Sea), Mission St BBQ (Santa Cruz), Redwood City BBQ (RWC [doy]), and they also run Real Smoked BBQ Catering. Their locations all feature the same two things I crave most in life: real, wood smoked American BBQ and quality local microbrews. The Good: *Their meats are almost always good to great. I've found their burnt ends and ribs to be the most consistent items on the menu, and the brisket can be a little hit-or-miss, but fortunately, the day we went, it was terrific. *Service was fast and friendly. *Fast-casual: order at the counter and they bring it out to your table. *As mentioned above, quality local beer selection on-tap *Rewards program thru all their locations that earns you points that can be used for discounted meals. *Huge outdoor space The Meh: *Sides have always been their weak spot, but Ib will say they've improved their beans a lot over the years, and the 'slaw is generally not bad. The cornbread is sorta strange, too, but it's edible. The Ugly: *Limited street parking and there is a shared parking lot in the back, that was fairly packed on a random weekday afternoon. Conclusion: Solid Q, great beers, and a patio. Not much else you need in life tbh. read more

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Came here for lunch and I was super excited to try! The parking is a little tight in the back of the market place but there's also plenty of street parking. I love downtown Castro valley and it's always nice to see all the other blossoming businesses in the area! The outdoor seating area is so cute outside, they have a fire pit, plenty of benches and over head covering for the sun! It's great! The inside is super nice too- very clean and have great working air conditioning! It was such a beautiful day yesterday that we decided to sit outside. The service is great! Everyone is so kind and willing to assist with any questions we might've had on the menu! They also offer samples of the beer they have on tap! The food was absolutely delicious! I ordered the burnt ends with my choice of two sides being potato salad and their Mac and cheese! My boyfriend ordered their tri tip sandwich with Coleslaw on the side! Both our plates were basically cleaned off before I got full! My plate also included a choice of their garlic bread or their cornbread and ofcourse I had to get the corn bread. It was so good! Not overly sweet, super fluffy with the perfect crust. For a business that's so close to home, their Barbeque was a 10/10 for me!! Absolutely delicious and the price point is totally worth it! The service, the cleanliness, the staff and the quality of food was all 10/10 for us! We will definitely be back! read more

Canyons Barbeque - Tri Tip Sandwich, Coleslaw, Potato Salad, Mac and Cheese, and their burnt ends meal with cornbread! - Barbeque Near Me - Castro Valley, California

The atmosphere and customer service were a 5 out of 5. Debbie was super friendly. Unfortunately the food didn't quite measure up. Pulled pork and Brisket were about a 7 out of 10. They were just too dry and not much smoke flavor. My kids loved the Mac & Cheese. Garlic bread was good. Fries were basic but good. The original BBQ sauce is really good though. I did enjoy this. We will go back eventually but definitely won't be craving this place. read more

The food was ELITE! It was my first time going there and the staff was so nice to us. The place is cool, yeah it's cold outside sometimes but they have heaters, everything about that places says ribs!! Feels like I'm back home in Texas! I will recommend more people to come here because the food was ELITE! read more

Canyons Barbeque - It's a family meal Three Meat Feast! - Barbeque Near Me - Castro Valley, California

So few bbq spots to talk about in the Bay Area. That's fine. It's California. My lady and I were pleasantly surprised to discover canyons bbq on a Friday after work. Hands down some of the best pork ribs and brisket I've ever had. The Mac and cheese is good too! Great beer selection. Food comes out quick and hot. read more

Canyons Barbeque - Barbeque Near Me - Castro Valley, California

My family and I visited Canyons Barbeque and got there around 11am. It was our first time here and we were amazed at their wide selection of meats. We ordered two of the two option plates with two sides each. For meats, we tried the tri-tip, burnt ends, brisket, and chicken. Sides were mac and cheese, fries, potato salad, and beans. All of the meats were flavorful and had a really nice smoky flavor. The burnt ends were SO good! They were saucy, tender, and juicy. Definitely a standout! The brisket was also very tender with a great smoky flavor and just the right balance of saltiness. The chicken was tender in most parts, and the tri-tip was cooked well, though it was a little dry. My favorite side was the mac and cheese. My kids devoured it. It wasn't overly cheesy and had a really nice flavor. We also enjoyed the fries, potato salad, and beans. The service was great! Everyone was so kind, helpful, and patient with us while we ordered, especially since it was our first visit. The restaurant itself is super clean and well maintained. We loved the outdoor seating area. It's so spacious, open, and has such a nice vibe. The smoker outside was a fun touch and smelled so good! For dessert, we had the cherry cobbler and it was delicious. It had a nice sweetness without being too tart, a great crunch on top, and the two scoops of ice cream made it even better. Overall, this is a place we can't wait to go back to. So glad we found it! read more

Canyons Barbeque - Outside of restaurant - Barbeque Near Me - Castro Valley, California

Was looking for a yummy salad for dinner and remembered canyons bbq has good options. Ordered the Santa Maria which comes with 1/2 lb tri tip on top and a full size garden salad with 1/4 lb of their spicy tri tip along with baked beans for pickup. Service was quick and food was ready within 10 min. The salads were fresh and the tri tips were soooo yummy. I'm not much of a bbq person, but the meat was packed with Smokey flavor. The baked beans were also flavorful and balanced between beans and meat. It also had a nice consistency, not too chunky or watery. Look forward to trying some of their other menu options! read more

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This review is for their catering service! Ordered the Smokehouse Spread and Big Twenty for a birthday party at Kennedy park in Hayward. Easy online ordering system and food comes with plates, cutlery, serving utensils, moist towelettes and napkins. That makes for a super easy party! They provided great delivery service and called when they were on the way and then when they arrived at the park. They arrived early and had their own wagon for all the food. Super friendly and even made two trips to the car for all the food. EVERYONE complimented how delicious the food was and asked where I ordered from. I would definitely cater from them again!! read more

Canyons Barbeque - Barbeque Near Me - Castro Valley, California

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Im not entirely sure how many years this place has been here but I am definitely happy to have finally given this place a try. Having just moved to Castro Vally 6 months ago, finding good eats has been a fun adventure so far. My go-to BBQ spot prior to moving was The Smoking South and I need to first say God Bless the man that owns that place, he is a sweet heart. That being said, Canyon's bbq is absolutely delicious and a winner with my family. I haven't tried their chicken yet but I have tried their ribs, tri-tip, brisket, and burntends and they are all delicious. Personally, I love the brisket the most. The restaurant space inside looks spacious and there are plenty of beers on tap and cans to try out. As for their sides, I really love their mac and cheese. I tend to pickup my order around 6 for dinner so I usually place my order online earlier in the day. They usually have everything but if you wait too late, they might run out of a meat choice that you like. Staff is very friendly everytime I have come in to pickup my order. As for parking, most people just park across the street behind Chipotle since their lot is spacious enough. read more

Love the food, the space, the beer selection, the fact that there are kids options on the menu, and the vibe of Canyons in general. CV needed a bbq spot like this. I need to try one of their breakfast items too. Don't mind if I do. read more

It had been a while since I last ate here, so I decided to check it out again. I ordered the tri-tip meal with beans and mac and cheese for $20, which also came with cornbread. While the food was tasty, I do wish all my food had been hotter, as it was more lukewarm than expected. Ordering was done at the counter and was incredibly fast--my food was ready immediately after I paid and I was able to take it straight to my table. The restaurant has about six tables, along with self-serve drinks and barbecue sauce. There's also a bar that offers well beers on tap. The tri-tip was tender and flavorful with good marbeling. The mac and cheese was very cheesy, though I wished it had a bit more seasoning. Overall, this is a solid local BBQ spot worth checking out, especially since they also offer daily specials. read more

Canyons Barbeque - Barbeque Near Me - Castro Valley, California

Service,tender meats, the cobbler was excellent and the blues vibe made it enjoyable will return and bring a friend

Ended up in Castro Valley unexpectedly and then looking for a mid morning breakfast. Canyons BBQ was not on my radar but I am so happy I found it! Had the breakfast sandwich with brisket and it did not disappoint. Loved the bluesy vibe from the moment I walked in, but Debbie stole the show! She welcomed, walked me through the menu, told me about the up coming live music (who's song just happened to be playing) and was a total delight. This is a great spot and look forward to my next visit! read more

Canyons Barbeque - Brisket Breakfast Sandwich and Andes mint to boot! - Barbeque Near Me - Castro Valley, California

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I bought takeout through Doordash pickup since I still have remaining credits from a gift card. I bought the ribs with 2 sides combo $25. When I got there, I realized ordering at the restaurant is only $22 so I should do that next time. They forgot my free Andes chocolate mint for my order. The garlic bread is a little bit burnt but still tasted good. It's on a soft bread instead of a baguette. The ribs, corn bread, and coleslaw were really yummy. I'm glad I tried this place out here in the East Bay after hiking with my friend, since there is a lack of yummy bbq at a good price in SF. There is free customer parking up to 3 hours in the back. There is a lot of seating both inside and outside. Self serve water, soda fountain, and condiments station. read more

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I stopped by here with a coworker recently for a quick lunch stop. We were particularly drawn to the large outdoor deck seating that was perfect for a sunny day and our dogs. Ordering is done at the counter, but you must wait to pick up your order before.securign.a table outside. So it is best to have someone in your party to wait for the food.while the other secures the table. Prices are higher, and the food taste is solid. Parking is limited in the back given that itt shares a lot with several other stores. Overall it is a nice lunch spot. read more

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It's close to my birthday and I received an email giving me several days to eat at Canyons and receive a $15 discount. On top of that, I had joined their "club" program and had another $32.10 in credits. Definitely needed to take advantage! I ordered and paid via the website. Walking in a few minutes before our order was due, the order taker told me that it was coming right up. We chatted for a couple of minutes while the kitchen put the finishing touches on our order. She asked if I wanted mild or spicy BBQ sauce and I asked for one of each which she gladly supplied. We were taking the Beast for her monthly dog bath. Lunch would be afterwards. Post dog wash, we headed over to a nearby park with picnic tables, clean restrooms and plenty of space to walk the dog. We had ordered: Rack of Pork Ribs - 4 - Tender and moist. Individual ribs for easy eating. Burn't Ends - 2 - Too much sauce, not juicy meat. This item was disappointing. Mac & Cheese - 2 - Nothing special. We would have been happier with a blue box. Cole Slaw - 3 - A simple vinegar-based slaw. Passable but nothing to write home about. The counter service was very good. The kitchen staff didn't seem to enjoy their jobs. Most BBQ places that we've been to, the kitchen staff have almost always been friendly and welcoming to their guests. Overall, the venue looks clean and welcoming. Often, when we've driven by, guests look happy. Maybe we just had the misfortune of going on an off-day. There are many good BBQ places in the Bay Area and even a couple of great ones. read more

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I really enjoyed our meal here.I took off one star because the macaroni and cheese was weird.It was not very cheesy.And it reminded me of box mac and cheese.It did not have much flavor but everything else was absolutely delicious.I also reduced one star because service was a little inconsistent Staff gave us the wrong order, which was totally fine.Because mistakes happen, and it was no big deal.But the server was extremely rude about it.When the pair next to us confirmed that the order that was being delivered to us mimicked the order that they had put in. They were sold out of some items but had plenty others to chose from They recommended eating here earlier in the day and taking advantage of the outdoor seating. The food was delish. Turkey sandwich is served with pickled vegetables and peppers and together with the red onions was organic by them selves each veggie had its own flavor the pickled veggies balanced the spicy peppers and it intensified the sandwhich flavor read more

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I love the bbq here - my normal order is the ribs and tri-tip. All the food is amazing and the meats are tender and flavorful. I always stock up on their spicy bbq sauce, and the Stubborn black cherry soda. Seriously, I come here every other week it seems. read more

Canyon barbeque is located in a cute neighborhood! It's hidden in the back next to Philz coffee. The food was delicious. We tried the brisket and it was phenomenal! Super tender and fatty. The seasoning was great as well, and I enjoyed the spicy bbq sauce. Staff was extremely friendly and helped informed us on the different options. Overall, 10/10 would recommend. read more

Canyons Barbeque - Barbeque Near Me - Castro Valley, California

I went in on Saturday evening with my daughter because she's a BBQ girly, I've been here 1x when they first opened but I didn't really order any meals. The young man who helped me at the front was very chill & laid back, he was honest & helped me with what to order (I tend to ask people what they recommend) I ended up getting a tri-tip meal I believe it was around $20 it came with 1/2 a pound of meat 2 sides and your choice of bread (honestly a great price) along with the same thing for my daughter but as a kids meal. 1 beer & a small fountain drink. I spent around $49 (including a 20% tip.) The meat was done very & my daughter enjoyed the garlic bread I'm honestly really picky about sides so I opted for a bag of potato chips and coleslaw which is some what vinegar based but honestly I wasn't really a fan. There was a manager there he was a taller brown man & he was sooooo kind & polite to my daughter & myself he was just a sweetheart. We sat outside by the fire pit which was nice because it was a beautiful evening & socialized with a few other parents & children there. I'll def be back because I enjoyed the vibes and the service more than anything & think it's a cool place to hang out. read more

Canyons Barbeque - Barbeque Near Me - Castro Valley, California

Updated review from my original post. Canyons reached out to me regarding my last visit. Long story short, I decided to give them another try. Everyone deserves a second chance in life and food ;) I was most impressed with their fatty brisket and was curious about their consistency on how they deliver. I ordered a pound of it to go and can tell you I have zero regrets. Flavorful and tender just as I remembered from last time. 4 stars: *Amazing consistency on the brisket *Customer engagement *I would drive back out of my area to grab brisket again read more

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I went to Canyons BBQ and had an amazing experience. I ordered the tri-tip sandwich and it was absolutely mouthwatering delicious. I couldn't have asked for a more tender tri-tip sandwich. One thing to know is that tri-tip is one of the harder meats to cook and a California staple, so I was definitely anxious when I ordered this. The sandwich can be a hit or miss type of order and Canyons BBQ did a great job making sure that the meat was smoked to perfection. The bread was soft, warm and delicious and the fries were crisped to perfection. We are really lucky to be able to have such a neighborhood staple. They have indoor and outdoor seating and it's easy to find because of the amazing smells that are wafting from the premises. Overall, it was a great experience. They have a huge selection of draft beer on tap. They give out beer samples if you can't decide what to pair with your order. The staff is incredibly friendly. I'll definitely be back very often. read more

Canyons Barbeque - Tri Tip Sandwich - Barbeque Near Me - Castro Valley, California

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This was my first time visiting on Mother's Day. The cashier was really nice and helpful with the order, but the food was disgusting. It reminded me of school lunch. The great ratings were so deceiving. The beans taste like they were straight out of a can. They were so hard and left a after taste. The brisket was so salty and greasy and the links taste as if they were boiled. The macaroni and cheese was dry, and the noodles were undercooked. To me this place was a waste of money. We only ate about 10% of the food and threw away the rest. read more

Canyons Barbeque - Three meat combo - Barbeque Near Me - Castro Valley, California

Canyon Barbecue is a solid bbq establishment in the East Bay. Service is quick and friendly, their beer selection is extensive, and their soda fountain has unique and tasty beverages. Plenty of seating both inside and out, but I would recommend the outdoor patio if the weather seems appropriate. I've in been for lunch, so I tend to mostly get sandwiches, and their strength is definitely the Tri tip. I'll likely opt for a plate next time to get down on carbs, I just wish they offered greens or some other veggies as a side, other than cole slaw. read more

Canyons Barbeque - Regular Gaucho Sandwich - Barbeque Near Me - Castro Valley, California

Great bbq and beer...why the 1 star? 3 time in a row they are out of meet, before dinner rush hour and they were first out of one item, now today, Friday at 6pm, they are out of chicken! And ribs! I'm sorry, no bs excuse, this is not a mom and pop new place. They should be better. read more

It was just ok. I don't really understand the hype. Maybe i am biased because I've eaten such great BBq in the south. I mean the food was not even Luke warm and the sauces helped the meat more than it should have. The beans were really good . The potatoe salad ok. Just ok all around i need to give them another shot maybe I visited on a offday because they have so many satisfied patrons. read more

Canyons Barbeque - Tri tip, pulled pork and brisket - Barbeque Near Me - Castro Valley, California

Their smoked meats were all good! Sides were also good but the coleslaw and garlic bread were the 2 sides that just didn't do it for me. Service has been great, very friendly and attentive. Restaurant is very clean, the employees are quick to clean up the tables and people leave. Overall, good BBQ spot to grab a meat plate or one of their sandwiches. read more

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This is my favorite restaurant in Castro Valley. I ordered the Family Pack #7 for my family of four. It comes with 1 lb pulled pork, 1 lb tri-tip, two sides, and a loaf of garlic bread. Definitely a great deal! The meat quality is excellent--the tri-tip is tender and juicy. The garlic bread is baked to good amount of time, and the mac and cheese is creamy. They also have a nice outdoor seating area, making it a great spot to hang out with friends and family. The staff are friendly and always answer your questions patiently. read more

Canyons Barbeque - Family pack #7 - Barbeque Near Me - Castro Valley, California

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Great spot for barbecue in Castro Valley! They have a nice outdoor patio when it's warm outside and a large indoor seating area for colder days. Everything is self service. You order inside at the counter and pick up your food when it's ready. When you're done, you put your own trays and trash away. I was starving as we had just finished a hike nearby, so I got the 2 meat combo ($26) with tri tip and brisket with chips and baked potato as my sides. Of the two meats, the brisket was my favorite as it was nice and fatty, but the tri tip was solid as well. I was stuffed from just the meats and bread, so I took the baked potato home for later. My friend got the large chicken meal for $17.50, but I wouldn't recommend it. I tried a couple bites and it was pretty dry. My friend didn't like it either. If you're into beers, they have a large selection of beers on tap. You can either get a flight of 3 beers for $18 or various sized pours. The bartender is super friendly and gives samples so you can try the beer before getting it. read more

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I love coming to Canyon's for the family feel and atmosphere. The staff is always super welcoming and accommodating, ready to recommend their favs from their expansive menu. The food is delicious -- the portions are generous and I would say reasonably priced. My fav part is their wide selection of beer on tap. It's refreshing and they did a good job. Usually I order the BBQ spud with brisket and it's always cooked to perfection. I wish their Mac and cheese was a bit creamier but I think they just prefer to bake it for a while. Overall, I love coming here with my family and sitting outside. They're located in the central part of CV so we love to stroll after our meals too. I heard they have live music every week so I'll definitely have to check that out. read more

Canyons Barbeque - BBQ spud + 3 meat combo - Barbeque Near Me - Castro Valley, California