I've been here several times and ordered takeout also. The food is great. I love the brisket and beans. Also the oxtail nachos and Texas frito pie are terrific. I've also had their frozen margaritas. They have a parking lot. One time I came when they had bingo. Plenty of tables, friendly atmosphere and bar. Service is slow and almost unacceptable at times. read more

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First time at Heads and Tails Bbq this past Sunday for a friend's birthday. Reservations were hard to make via calling in cause no one picked up the phone. My friend had to go to the restaurant to make one. I got the Smokey burrito w/ brisket $18. Not much brisket in it and it's about half the size of a regular burrito. The burnt ends were good but chicken wings were dry. Hard to flag down the server on a busy Sunday afternoon. Projection screen on wall and TVs throughout restaurant. read more

Heads And Tails Barbecue - Menu-October 2026 - Barbeque Near Me - Berkeley, California

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Food: Burnt ends: Well... burnt. BBQ sauce was good though. Brussel sprouts: Thoroughly cooked, yay. BUT THEY WERE TOO SPICY TO EAT. Neither the online menu nor the IRL menu mention that. Pickles: WAAAAAAY TOO SPICY TO EAT. Neither the online menu nor the IRL menu mention that. Charges for takeout: If you order online, the price of each dish is a couple dollars more than the same dish ordered in person. If you call and order through their conversational robot (!), the dishes are cheaper but "she" can't help with nuances, AND then the final bill includes upcharges such as "takeout packaging 5%" and "credit card surcharge 3%". If you go IRL to order takeout in person... good luck with that! It's too noisy and the waiters are ridiculously overworked! I'm happy they are so popular, but they are not a good fit for us read more

This was my first time trying this restaurant. I was craving BBQ and most BBQ spots are closed on Monday's. Did a google search and came across Heads & Tails. Total waste of money. I was famished and couldn't wait to tear into my brisket sandwich. My brisket was 99.9% fat and 1% brisket. I hate when restaurants rip you off like this. I won't ever return. My stomach is in knot so glad they gave me some beans. Guess I'm going to bed hungry. Very disappointed. read more

Heads And Tails Barbecue - Plate full of Fat! - Barbeque Near Me - Berkeley, California

We'd been hearing all the great reviews on IG so we decided we'd try it! Everything we ordered was delicious and tasty! The oxtail over fries was 3.5 outta 5. It would have been better over mashed potatoes instead of fries. Gravy over oxtail was good! Wished we got more oxtail. Our serving did not look like their photo on bill board. Ours was 1/2 the amount. We got pork ribs, brisket and sausage with brussel sprouts and mac n cheese. 8/10 on all of it! We'd go back in the future. Meal was satisfying read more

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I have to Admit. I Love BBQ!!! I Am Actually Some What Of A BBQ Snob!!! Brisket is my Favorite!! So when my Associate Icebreaker Ed told me to try Heads and Tails Bbq!!! I heed his advice!! I rolled to H& T Bbq in my G Wagon!!! I found street parking 2 Doors down.. I rolled in and was Greeted and Seated!!! I perused the Menu and ordered a PENA Colada. Then I perused the Food Menu and Ordered the 2 Ways Combination Plate! Brisket Pork Ribs Potato Salad And Pork Ribs A Neighbor at the Bar Gave me 2 of the Cornbread Fritters with the Roulade Sauce!!! They were delicious!!! I also watched the World Cup Game Netherlands and Japan !! The game ended in a tie!!! lol!! My Bbq Platter was delivered to me!!! It was a nice Presentation!!! It was also Delicious and the Brisket was Tender and Peppery !!! Nice Smoke Ring!! The Potato Salad and Mac and Cheese yummy and creamy!!! Ribs had a nice texture and chew to them !! Plenty of Restrooms and Clean!!! Server's are Nice and Friendly!!! This is a Baller On A Budget Approved Establishment!!! I keep my Pimp Hands Strong!!!! Number 34 out of the Top 50 most Prolific Yelp Elites of 2025!!! read more

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I've been on the hunt for great barbecue in the East Bay for a while now. In my opinion, Everett & Jones has gone downhill, and I still miss the old Flint's, so I was excited to finally try Heads & Tails. My dining companion and I each ordered the one-meat, two-sides combo and shared everything so we could sample a variety of dishes. I chose the half rack of ribs, while he ordered the brisket. We tried the beans, shells and cheese, Brussels sprouts, and potato salad. The biggest positive was the quality of the meat itself. Both the ribs and brisket were excellent cuts, cooked well and tender. That said, neither had the deep smokiness I look for in great barbecue. On our way out, I noticed a table enjoying the Beef ribs, which looked insanely delicious! Falling off the bone and massive. The sides were a mixed bag. The standout for both of us was definitely the beans, which had generous chunks of meat, bits of vegetables, and lots of flavor. The shells and cheese were fine, but a little bland. The potato salad was good enough, just not particularly memorable. Unfortunately, the Brussels sprouts were our least favorite. We were really excited to try them, but they didn't taste much like roasted Brussels sprouts at all. They came with a chimichurri sauce and ended up tasting oddly bitter. The biggest disappointment was the barbecue sauce. If there were multiple sauce options, nobody mentioned them to us. The sauce we were given was much too sweet for my taste and didn't complement the meat particularly well. On the plus side, the atmosphere was great. The World Cup was on several large TVs, the place was packed with energy, and the drinks were solid. I had a spiked strawberry lemonade that was delicious, and my friend enjoyed his Arnold Palmer. A special shoutout to our server, Nikki, who was fantastic. She was friendly, honest about the menu, and really added to the experience. Overall, I'd come back for the quality of the meat and the lively atmosphere, but I'd love to see bolder flavors in the sides and more sauce options. Good barbecue can be hard to find, and while Heads & Tails doesn't quite scratch that itch for me yet, it definitely shows promise. read more

Heads And Tails Barbecue - One meat (brisket) and two sides. Plenty of food for one. - Barbeque Near Me - Berkeley, California

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Heads & Tails has become a weekly stop for me, and today's lunch made it clear why. I ordered the Dino rib and it was phenomenal -- rich, tender, and exactly what you want when you're hungry after a long week. I've also had the oxtail poutine and the smoked burger on earlier visits, and both were excellent. Breakfast options are solid too if you're coming earlier in the day. Nicky behind the bar was very attentive and kept everything moving without making it feel rushed. The bourbon selection is top shelf, and the room hits that sweet spot where you can watch the game and still enjoy the food. Today it was college football; last time I was in, they had the World Cup on. Either way, it's a great spot to settle in. I'll keep coming back. Highly recommend. read more

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This rating was based on the overall experience. My brother saw a popular food reviewer post this establishment; I watched it too and thought the vibes and food looked decent. When we walked in, we were seated immediately which was cool but after that, the service was downhill from there. I will give them the benefit of the doubt because it seemed a little busier due to it being trivia night but we still felt pretty forgotten at our table. We first ordered the chicken tinga tacos, those were solid. Next we ordered brisket frito dish and the bbq burnt ends. That order took approximately 20 minutes to come out. We then ordered the main dishes. I ordered the 2 meat 2 side combo (Brisket, Hot Link, Potato Salad and Garlic Roll). Everyone else ordered tri tip and brisket. I was able to try those items myself. The brisket was ok. The tri tip tho? Y'all remember that mid BBQ spot called Dickey's? Yeah that's what the food reminded me of. The tri tip was disappointing and had zero flavor. The hot link was fine. As for the sauces? They have a sweet bbq, a chipotle bbq and a cali gold type of sauce. I'm sure they make all of them in house because the sweet bbq sauce did not taste much like bbq sauce and the chipotle bbq sauce wasn't any better. The sweet bbq just tasted strange and sweet. The yellow cali gold was exceptional. I think my favorite thing probably was the potato salad and the garlic roll. Once it came time to pay, we were given a to-go box as requested by my brother and no tab. So we waited an additional 25 minutes before my brother just got up and stood at the edge of the bar counter to get someone's attention regarding the tab. All in all, it's safe to say for me at least, I'm not in any rush to return. read more

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I love barbecue and Heads and Tails has a lot of foodies on instagram posting about it so I had to try. I got the pork rib plate and the meat was very tender. The side of bbq sauce was on the slightly sweet side. The dish came with two sides. At the recommendation of my very knowledgeable server I chose the potato salad and the arroz verde. Great selections. All this for $30. The service was friendly and good. I look forward to returning:) read more

Heads And Tails Barbecue - Pork rib plate - Barbeque Near Me - Berkeley, California

Back at the heads and tails barbecue place in Berkeley. Take out! The service was excellent and fast. The ambiance was great! Food was fantastic as always. The hot links were amazing, so much flavor. Pork ribs were good. The extra barbecue sauce is amazing!! Flavor wise it's delicious. Thank you! Carla l read more

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I spun the block, back to Heads and Tails. Good food, cool service, cool ambiance is how I describe it today. Came in for Happy Hour, ordered the Garlic Pecorino Wings, Cheddar Link sausage, Fries, and Housemade Lemonade. The wings were delicious. The cheddar Link sausage was also very good. The housemade lemonade was perfect, with a spritz of carbonated bubbles that gave the lemonade a nice kick. A gentleman came by the table and brought over a complimentary cup of beef tallow popcorn that had a nice flavor. Although we didn't get the fries with the order, everything was good. read more

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Nice staff but some real missteps. Their online menu lists a kale salad, which they don't have. On the menu AT the restaurant they list a taco salad with beans. It arrived without beans. I asked the waiter and they said oh yeah we don't put beans on that anymore. So I paid $18 essentially for a garden salad? My friend's chicken was rubbery and the Brussels sprouts were mushy. The guacamole tasted like it came from a plastic tub that had sat in the fridge too long. My other friend's smoked chicken wrap wasn't smoked. Most importantly I think it's inaccurate that yelp says they have a lot of vegetarian options. Nope. If you want to accompany your friends as they eat BBQ, eat at home first. read more

Heads & Tails in Berkeley is a fantastic spot to watch the World Cup games. The staff is incredibly accommodating and knowledgeable about the menu. Every dish I tried was absolutely delicious! I visited to watch the Mexico vs. Ecuador match, and the atmosphere was electric. It was a packed house, but in a positive way. The fans were courteous, and despite the drinking, tension, and crowded space, we all managed to get along. They even have their own parking lot across the street. Overall, I can't wait to return to Heads & Tails because our experience was so enjoyable. I'm looking forward to savoring their delicious barbecue food and the friendly wait staff. read more

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Street parking but they made arrangements with a small parking lot next door High ceilings, wide area, spacious, lots of different seatings, multiple TVs, beautiful bar section and a self service bar in the back Service was great, helpful and informative They ran outta the oxtail poutine, too popular, need to come back But food was very good and the sauces was so flavorful Ordered their $15 cocktails and all of them were a hit Amazing spot amazing food read more

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Got takeout and was surprised and disappointed at how bad everything was considering the good reviews. Before going into food, I do want to say that ordering was very easy and the bartender who grabbed my food was very friendly. I got the pulled pork sandwich, fries, mac & cheese, and the corn salad. The sandwich was small considering it was $15 before tax/tip without sides, and it was possibly the worst pulled pork sandwich I've ever had. The meat was almost entirely flavorless, what little sauce there was was far too sweet, and there was almost as much mayonnaise as BBQ sauce. The sauce also wasn't integrated into the meat at all, which is what I expect with pulled pork. The mac & cheese was serviceable but bland and tasted like mayonnaise. The corn salad was probably the best of the order. There was too much corn compared to the amount of tomatoes and avocado, but the dressing was spicy and tangy and it cohered as a dish. The fries were also decent, especially after being re-crisped in the oven once I got home. Overall the portions were reasonable and nothing was inedible but everything was undersalted and bland. It felt like cafeteria food. I could see this being a nice place to have a drink or a late evening meal as the ambience was quiet and comfortable and the service was good, but I wouldn't get takeout again. read more

Great spot for comfort while watching a game, just chatting/eating with friends, whatever. My Dad called to have lunch and asked if I'd been here before, yes! They're great! So we went. It was a nice weekday, off-hour time, so we were there with little competition. After my Dad reviewed the menu, he decided on Chix wings with dry rub and a Caesar salad. I opted for the brisket sammie with a small salad. We enjoyed everything. Although my Dad would have preferred less dressing on his salad, mine as served with it on the side (better). The service was also nice, not interrupting, but attentive. I'll def return -yet again! read more

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The heads and tails is the perfect place to go eat good bbq, have some drinks and watch a good game! However the lights are very deem you can't barely see the menu lol, we went at night. The bbq meat was delicious!!! However the sides were bland except the vaquero beans those were tasty! Customer service was very good , I didn't get a chance to know the girls name. read more

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My mom and I wanted to try this place for a while and finally had the opportunity. We got there in the early afternoon on a weekday and there was a good amount of seating options available and wasn't crazy busy. Automatically seemed like a place that would be good to hang out in as they had plenty of TVs and a bar to sit at. The server started out pretty attentive but started to show up less frequently even though it still wasn't too busy. We had questions that, even though the server answered them, she seemed unsure of. We found afterwards from who I believe was the manager that it was her first week after a mix up on part of our order that wasn't added. I ordered an Ube Horchata which was really good but just wish there was more as it was in a small cup with a good amount of ice. As much as I wanted to love the food, I would say it was mid. My mom got brisket which she said was really good; she was hoping to get a choice of fatty vs lean cut but enjoyed it regardless. I ordered the pork rib combo plate with shells and cheese and potato salad. The ribs were alright; they weren't tender and, I'm not sure what BBQ sauce they gave me but it didn't really help much. The potato salad didn't have flavor at all but the shells and cheese were decent. My daughter ordered a chicken tenders and fries from the kids menu and it was a good portion plus she enjoyed it. Upon getting our to go boxes, we waited about 20 minutes for the bill before we decided to get up and request it from our server. It was nice to be able to try the place finally but all in all don't think I'll be coming back as it was pretty pricey as well. read more

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Finally made my way to head and tails bbq. Street parking only so be advised of that. This place is clean, spacious, inviting and family friendly. Got sat almost immediately without a wait. Explored the menu with a variety of bbq items to choose from. Ended up going with the combo plate. 3 meats and 2 sides. Went with tri-tip, ribs and smoked sausage with side of coleslaw and shells and cheese (mac n cheese) and they threw in house pickles. And for starters got the trio of salsa with home made chicharonnes. Warm queso, guacamole and salsa. Bbq was good. Flavorful, seasons and the sauce was chefs kiss. The chicharrones were fresh, crispy and had that hint of spice. They also have a full bar, tv's all around, some small arcade games. Overall a good spot to bring friends and family of all ages for good food, good vibes and a good time. read more

Heads And Tails Barbecue - Barbeque Near Me - Berkeley, California

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This is a review of the bar - I will separately review the food next time. The bartenders and the crew of fine regulars at the bar made for a great experience at Heads and Tails! My old fashioned was made just right and I also appreciated the beers and cider on tap! Top Notch bar and definitely looking forward to the food next time! read more

Expensive and portions do not reflect the price. The brisket was soooo dry, thank goodness for their various bbq sauces! The brussel sprouts had some pickled topping, it would probably be better if it was roasted or something. The beans were okay. I appreciate that their bread is a dinner roll vs just a slice of untoasted bread. The pork ribs were tender. The mac and cheese was with big shell pasta which isn't my preference. Overall, the food was bleh. The burnt ends and wings were better than the bbq itself, haha. 5 stars for service, though! Great and charismatic dude. It also seems like they have plenty of weekday events/specials. The place is big and there are plenty of tvs to catch a game. read more

Heads And Tails Barbecue - 2 meat combo - Barbeque Near Me - Berkeley, California

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My friends and I were craving barbecue after a 10-mile run in the Berkeley Hills, and we decided to give Heads and Tails a shot! Immediately upon entering, we saw that it is a large open space with televisions and projectors playing various sports games. There is a large bar and plenty of seating inside at tables and booths. After grabbing menus and seating ourselves, we noticed that the service was great; someone immediately came to our table with waters and asked if we had any questions about the menu. We ordered two combo meals: one with a single protein (brisket) and one with two proteins (brisket and pulled pork). We selected shells & cheese and garlic rolls as the sides for both of the combo meals. The garlic rolls were large and soft, and the garlic flavor was pleasant. I do wish that they had come with butter or something to spread inside of the roll, but they were yummy nonetheless. The brisket and pulled pork had a great flavor, as well, but I do wish they had been warmer. We tried the bbq sauce that came with the combo meals, and we also tried the California gold bbq sauce and the chipotle bbq sauce. All of the sauces were flavor-packed and added a great taste to the meats. Overall, I was quite pleased with this place. I saw that they also have a brunch menu; I'd definitely be interested in trying that someday. I recommend this place!! read more

Heads And Tails Barbecue - Combo with brisket, pulled pork, shells & cheese, and garlic rolls - Barbeque Near Me - Berkeley, California

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I heard there was a Tex Mex place in the Bay and as a native Texan I had to try. The ambiance was great very open and airy. The service was amazing, all the servers we interacted with were very nice. For the Bay, I'd say this is the best BBQ I've had so far while living here. We ordered the queso fries, 2 meat (Brisket and Ribs) and 2 sides (potato salad and shells+cheese), and banana pudding. Ngl the queso was disappointing, the flavor was there but it was a little grainy on both the fries and shells. I did like the shape and crispiness of the fries. The meat was well seasoned and yummy. I think I'm used to juicier brisket but this was solid. For the sides, the roll was okay, potato salad was yummy, the pickles were yummy, and loved the BBQ sauce it came with if it was a touch spicier it'd be perfect for me. Banana pudding was good, the flavor was there but it was too runny for me. Maybe if there was more nilla wafers it'd help balance the runniness. Overall, I'd come here again and bring friends too but I'd skip the queso items unless they reformulate it a lil bit. Big shout out to the cooks tho I'm happy to have found a solid spot for BBQ in the Bay. read more

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Right off the bat I noticed there was a skee ball machine and card games to choose from to play while you wait for dinner. But the food came out timely and as a Memphis gal, this was some of the best bbq I have had in the bay hands down. Everything was flavorful and tender. The staff and bar tenders were friendly. Laid back ambiance but intimate for a cute date night! I'll definitely be back, it satisfied my bbq craving! read more

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First time here.....IG lead me here. This venue is pretty big... Lots of seating available, lots of TV posted showing sports (no audio) a nice sized full bar . Customer service is super friendly and attentive. Lunch special is Monday -Friday 11-3 Happy Hour is EVERYDAY 3-6 Brunch special is Sat and Sunday 11-3 I ordered the Trio of salsa with half chicharones and half chips and I also ordered burnt ends. Friend ordered a 2 way combo with Brisket and a cheese link, potato salad and mac and cheese. The green salsa that comes with the salsa trio is really good, the potato salad is really really good!! The mac and cheese was kinda missing some flavor for me personally The burnt ends were good Friends Brisket portion initially looked big but then he discovered it was all fat...... Our server checked with the manager and they kindly provided a more leaner cut of Brisket We both ordered a happy hour drink... I got a Modelo and he got a Mexican mule Total bill was 100 with tax and tip I would totally come here again for Happy Hour Parking is street parking only read more

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I loved this place! The food was amazing and the customer service was also on point. They are very attentive and check in on you to make sure you're doing good! The brisket was so good! My absolute favorite was their garlic bread roll! The Ube Horchata drink was also very good not too sweet and not to strong of an alcohol taste. Will 100% be coming back! My husband also got the brisket sandwich and he absolutely loved it! read more

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I came here on a whim with my boyfriend after seeing this restaurant on social media. The service was good. Although our oxtail fries came out after our entrées, as I thought they'd come out as a appetizer. I got a two way plate with brisket and chicken. I wanted to try the ribs, but I found it odd that on a two way plate, they were $5 more. Yet on their own, they were the same price as the pulled pork. I thought the brussel sprouts would have a bit of char on them, but they didn't. And the mac and cheese was not cheesy. The meat had little to no smokey flavor. We had beers, so I can't speak about how cocktails were. The ambiance is cool for a sports bar as there are a lot of tvs and big screens. I don't know if I would return. read more

Heads And Tails Barbecue - Brisket, chicken, brussel sprouts and milk and mac. - Barbeque Near Me - Berkeley, California

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3.5 stars. We shared a 3 meat combo with brisket, hot link, and ribs. Consisted of 2 well proportioned slices of brisket, a long link, and 3 rib bones with 2 sides. We chose potato salad and garlic rolls (knots). Disappointingly we weren't able to try the brussel sprouts because they weren't ready. Brisket was to die for - just a little fatty. Tender and delicious though. Sorry we ate it before taking the pic. Lol. The hot link was ok. Tasted like Showboat. The Ribs weren't bad just not as tender as they could have been. No sauce on the meats but bbq sauce was available. No eggs in the potato salad and a little too much dill but it wasn't bad. The garlic knots weren't knots at all but were rolls with garlic something (I think) on top. They were absent garlic flavor all together but appeared fresh. We tried a side of fries but they were small and crunchy - like shoestring potatoes almost. Not my thing. The lady helping us was nice but we waited a long time for the check. Overall not a bad dining experience. Definitely a potential for 5 stars imo if they give the meat that smoky bbq flavor, make the ribs fall-off-the bone tender, and slather some bbq sauce at least on the links. read more

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Great bbq, but the ribs aren't falling off the bone tender, the way I like them. But that's just my preference. They have a pretty well stocked bar and even have Japanese highballs on tap. read more

Food, service, ambulance....amazing staff was amazing would recommend it nice area n it was nice weather too read more

Heads And Tails Barbecue - Amazing food was there for the first time loved it beef rib wow!!! 10/10. Saw it on Tiktok yes...yes...yes!!! - Barbeque Near Me - Berkeley, California

Recommending this spot, for anyone looking for a cool hangout type of vibe. Good for gathering of buddies, or grabbing some eats with family. The bar set up is open and welcoming, and the facilities are nice and clean. Service is friendly, and they have good hours so you can grab whatever BBQ you like in the day or later evening. My first visit to this spot was for a Yelp Elite event, and it was such a good vibe. My only ask? Add burnt ends to the menu! Loved the branded details of the bar (pictured) and how nice the staff was. Try them out, they are relatively new on the block. read more

Heads And Tails Barbecue - Barbeque Near Me - Berkeley, California

The brisket was tender and full of that rich smoky flavor, and the hot links had just the right amount of heat to make you respect them. Now let's talk about the shells and cheese--creamy, cheesy, and just the right amount of garlic crunchy goodness on top. The garlic rolls.... Garlic and buttery goodness!!!! That sweet BBQ sauce adds layers of flavor to what is already deliciously smoked meat. It's like the backup singer that steals the show-- flavorful, unexpected, and made everything even better. The staff was super friendly and on point. The whole place has a relaxed, come-as-you-are vibe. Giants game was playing on the TVs, so you already know the energy was good. Full bar? Check. Tabletop seating? Yep. Only heads-up: parking is street only, so you might have to circle the block a time or two--but trust me, it's worth it. Will definitely be back to try more of their menu items. read more

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It's NFL playoff time and my friend and I decided to hangout for the Niners Eagles game. We were curious and decided to checkout a new spot to grab a few beers and BBQ. My friend arrived prior to me and added his name to the list. I arrived shortly thereafter and the place was already packed ! The staff was flexible and supportive in allowing us to find a spot or table and taking our order. Ribs weren't available at the time so I decided to order the brisket sandwich and my friend ordered the brisket plate with 2 sides (mac n cheese, cole slaw), bread and pickles. The brisket sandwich came with cole slaw on top and I ordered fries separately for an additional $6 dollars ! Unfortunately over half of the brisket sandwich was just fat and the meat on my friend's brisket plate was cold. The staff was very supportive in providing replacement meals. The subsequent dishes were better executed. Overall the brisket was very tasty and had good flavor. A self service area, near the kitchen, is available for patrons to get water and four different sauces (smoky ketchup, sweet bbq, chipotle bbq and cali gold). The sauces were pretty good ranging from mild to spicy and definitely enhanced the bbq's overall flavor. For the location itself, parking wasn't too bad but could be problematic as the location is on a major street. The restaurant has a huge bar area with plenty of TVs for viewing and there is also a large projector like screen. Overall a good place to watch a game or major sporting event. Service was really good but I wasn't too impressed with the food overall. read more

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I'm ordering catering for my job from Heads and Tails and I wanted to be sure I give them a raving review already and I don't even have the food yet. Their customer service is truly some of the best. They're going so above and beyond to ensure our needs are met. The owner, Rick is a gem, the catering manager, William is an angel, and everyone else I was greeted by upon entry was literally so kind. I noticed they had opened recently and wanted to support a new local business so I got lunch here recently and loved it enough to come back. The brisket stole my heart. I'll update this review after our catering next week but I have no doubt it will be phenomenal. Update: catering was fabulous! All my coworkers had different favorite items ranging from the brisket to the corn bread fritters. William came and set it all up too. We immediately dove in so I got very few photos. read more

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Was invited to a special Yelp event to try out Heads and Tails. Right in South Berkeley off San Pablo there can be a hard time finding parking. However, Heads and Tails fixed that with an available lot across the street. You know if parking is not accessible I will drive right past it. Inside first you see is the bar and all the large tv's. A perfect entrance for a sports enthusiast. Also, I saw a skee ball table in the corner. Play a match while you wait on your food. Now the food: macaroni and cheese had this breadcrumb topping which gave it a nice buttery crunch. The pulled pork had a great smokey flavor to it. Brisket has the perfect smoke lines with a very juicy taste with a tender to the bite experience. Burnt ends was 100/10 my favorite love the crunchy soft bite. had a nice glaze or sauce but could eat theses everyday. Lastly, the potato salad was not my favorite. Asked one of the staff the background on it and the recipe is a family recipe. Had this after taste I could not figure out. Also, they had a bbq sauce bar in the back, can't remember which one I liked but good BBQ doesn't need sauce but a perfect added kick. read more

Heads And Tails Barbecue - Mac n cheese, pulled pork, brisket, burnt ends and potato salad - Barbeque Near Me - Berkeley, California

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The brisket & ribs were to die for. So we're the shells & cheese. Corn frittters were good but the potato salad and Cole slaw were meh..,I think the potato salad might have been going bad. It had "that" taste. That's why the 3 stars. I really wanted to give them four stars but....i couldn't. We also ordered the chicken platter. Meh. I think they forgot the salt. I really wanted to love the place You order by scanning the QR code and after a bit they bring it out to you Didn't order from the bartender but he kept checking on us. Cute decor and they're was a skeeball game thingee in the corner. They had video screen with specials and deals. read more

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My hubs and I had the two meat choices and two sides. We chose the brisket and pork ribs and I enjoyed the brisket more. The ribs could have been more tender. For the sides, both the cole slaw and beans were delish! I liked how they had some pretty meaty pieces mixed in the beans. It was $35 for the meal and it was satisfying! read more

Heads And Tails Barbecue - Two meats and two sides meal (brisket and pork ribs) - Barbeque Near Me - Berkeley, California

I hate writing low star reviews. My expectations were really high for a new BBQ joint (that's only 2 blocks from the legendary E&J's... Bold move!). Ordered brisket w/ corn salad and sprouts. The meat was smoked nicely but I got a super fatty cut that was a little too much and served luke warm. Luck of the draw, YMMV. The sweet BBQ sauce was good, the Chipotle as well. They lost me with the Cali Gold though, a sweet mustard sauce (I know some parts of the US like it but... ). The corn salad was pretty underwhelming and tasted of vinegar only, some other seasoning would have been uplifting because the cheese wasn't up to the task. The Brussel sprouts were really nice and the green sauce was 5 stars, a highlight in the veg dept. The rolls were OK as were the pickles. The space is open and vibrant with screens for viewing sports things. I'll have to come back to at least try the drinks. Service was friendly and quick so no issues there. But a BBQ joint should be all about the Q and well... read more

Heads And Tails Barbecue - Brisket with 2 sides combo (corn salad and Brussel sprouts) - Barbeque Near Me - Berkeley, California

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The vibe of this place is pretty awesome! The layout is super inviting, and I loved the overall aesthetic. I kicked things off with a piña colada, and wow, it was really tasty definitely a nice way to start. The staff was super friendly, which I really appreciated. As a huge BBQ and brisket fan, I was excited to try the meat combo with mac and cheese and garlic bread. My husband went for the poutine fries and oxtails. But, honestly, the brisket was a bit of a letdownit was kind of dry, like it had been sitting around too long. The chicken didn't fare much better, and the mac and cheese had some noodles that weren't cooked evenly, which was a bummer. My husband mentioned the poutine fries were also dry, even with gravy on top. I really wanted to love the food, but it just didn't hit the mark. The drinks were okay, and the place itself is really charming. I just wish the food had matched that energy because this spot could be something special! read more