Cafeteria style of service, very nice staff Music is great Ribs were out when we go there but everything was def on point It's def a southern bbq style bbq and not the traditional carne asada bbq throw down Mac and cheese was gooey ooey, yummm the cheesiness literally smacked wit every bite read more

Horn Barbecue - Their platter - Barbeque Near Me - Fresno, California

Had posted a review before it came to light they weren't paying their employees property, along with other issues. Until meaningful changes are implemented that positively effect their staff, I cannot recommend eating here, regardless of the quality of the food. read more

The environment was super loud! I had to yell over some glass to ask for food in some sort of dysfunctional cafeteria where your food is pulled from heating units and weighed before being pushed down the lunch line to yell at the next person for some sides. Canned Sprite, Diet cola, and water was the only thing offered for beverages. Mac/Cheese was amazing, collard greens were very salty, ribs were dry, and brisket was mediocre. The chicken was on point. The pulled pork... well I have had a ton of better pulled pork to say the least. Listen, no hate on the folks working here or the establishment, this is purely just being honest about MY experience. We waited in a long ass line outside for about an hour just to eat mediocre and EXPENSIVE bbq. First and only time I will dine at this establishment since the experience was less than desirable for a place that had a lot of hype and a big price tag. read more

Couldn't wait to try this place out; love the aesthetic and setting of the restaurant. There is a stage area as well so I'm guessing they have live music on certain days. The staff were very welcoming and friendly from the second we walked in to the moment we left. We ordered all together (as most families do) so the food is served community style on the trays. I imagine if each person orders individually then you will get just your food on your own tray. Great food and great service! read more

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Horn BBQ just proved that Fresno's food keeps getting better. We came during lunch time and we were quickly greeted at the door. Everyone was so nice and willing to talk about the menu or anything else really! I ordered a pulled pork sandwich and it came with one side. The sandwich had coleslaw and it was 10/10. It was huge, I barely ate half. Also I ordered the mac and cheese as a side... another 10/10! It was so cheesy! The place was playing some good throwback music. They checked in once in a while to make sure everything was ok! I can't wait to come again! read more

Horn Barbecue - mac and cheese - Barbeque Near Me - Fresno, California

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NOPE NOPE NOPE I was so excited to try this place. I walked in and was greeted and asked if it was take out or dine in. I advised dine in. I was told to go find a table, scan the QR Code and order through that system. I sat down and ordered. Waited 40 minutes as I thought a beef rib that I ordered would take some time to cook. I went to the counter and asked another lady about my order. She asked what table I was and I advised her. She was embarrassed to see that my order was pending in their system. When she said she saw my order, the original woman that greeted me said that the QR system sometimes doesn't work. Why would you have me try the QR system and not follow up. There was a family and two couples in the dining area and plenty of time to follow up. At that moment I knew my meal wouldn't be as enjoyable. I asked for my money and got it back. It's not hard to follow up if you know your system doesn't work. This is unacceptable and I will not return to this restaurant. read more

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I was scared of waiting in a long line per the other reviews, but we went on a Saturday shortly after opening and was able to sit at a table easily. You order via barcode on the table. First loss of a star is due to the wait time after ordering until the food hits your table. There were many empty tables with maybe 2-3 couples/small groups and we still got our food at the 35 minute mark despite showing up relatively early. Second star loss is due to our meat being cold! We ordered 2 separate combos: tri tip and brisket. The flavor was fine but definitely would have been better warm. This was a bit shocking because they barely just opened. AND we were super confused because the sides we ordered, Mac & cheese and collared greens, were piping hot! On the bright side, the Mac & cheese is a must order. I love how they used large shells as their pasta of choice. It holds all the cheese perfectly in every bite. I can do without the collared greens, but my boyfriend insisted, and he thought they were decent. Would I give them another chance? It's possible; I'd love to try their other sides. read more

Horn Barbecue - Tri-tip & brisket combo with sides: mac & cheese and collared greens. - Barbeque Near Me - Fresno, California

Checked out this new BBQ spot in Fresno with a couple friends from work that's being run by a Michelin-rated chef and honestly, I was really impressed. You don't usually hear "Michelin" and "BBQ joint" in the same sentence so I had to see what the hype was about. First thing I noticed was how clean and put together the place felt without being stuffy. It still has that casual BBQ vibe, but you can tell there's some serious attention to detail going on. I ordered the brisket plate with mac and cheese. The brisket had a great bark and was super tender without falling apart into mush. Apparently you can ask them for a more lean brisket and I didn't know this so mine was a little too fatty for my liking. You can taste the quality of the meat. The mac and cheese was rich and creamy, maybe a little heavier than I prefer, but still really good. For a restaurant I'd say it was on point. Portions were solid and I left full and took home leftovers. Only reason I'm giving four stars instead of five is the price point -- it's a bit higher than I wanted to spend on just one person. Not crazy, just something to know going in. Also the setup for ordering could be a little better. Line out the door but to order is right by the door so the outside line doesn't have to be so long out the door. Overall though, definitely worth trying if you want BBQ with a slightly elevated twist. I'll be back to try the ribs next time that's for sure and some not too fatty brisket. read more

Horn Barbecue - Barbeque Near Me - Fresno, California

Well, let's start off with the fact that they are new, still working out the kinks. But I was expecting much better service. We got there at 11:45, no line, they open at 12:00! Raining, freezing cold wind, could not wait to get hot coffee, surprise, they don't serve coffee! They opened the doors and directed us immediately to the carving station, we were told they had brisket, tri tip and ribs today. The people in front of us got a little of each so we followed their lead. It looked wonderful! Then the sides, bbq beans, greens, Mac and cheese, potato salad and peach cobbler. We got one of each to taste it. Then you have to order separate fountain drinks for an extra 3.50 no refills. You pay, and sit down with your tray. As they got more people they were given a number and sit and wait to order and wait. We were already eating. The Checker at the register was rude and acted like I was bothering her when I asked a question, that she could not answer. We sat down and got everything we needed to eat our lunch. We were never given a menu, nor were told that if you order a sandwich you get a free side! Now, let's talk about the food! It smells amazing! The brisket was not tender, it needed to slow cook longer; the tri tip was perfect when he sliced it but cooked more before we sat down, the rub had an odd spice in it, not my favorite. The ribs were very good, as were the bbq beans, but the beans needed to cook a couple more hours to soften a bit. Great flavor however. The cold slaw blah, nothing special, I like it better at KFC. The Mac & cheese was very good, nice and cheesy. Well done! The potato Salad is very plain, although the potatoes are cooked well and taste creamy. They need to step up seasoning and add more ingredients to all salads. Corn and extra bbq sauce would be good too. Hope it all gets better with time. We took the cobbler home to eat, It was flavorful, but was gummy, and under baked not enjoyable. Sorry not good! They only have plastic utensils not good for meat! Drinks only Pepsi products. And they don't serve coffee! I'll wait a month or two and go back and see if they improve. Happy eating! read more

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First time here and it had only been open for 3 weeks, so let's keep this in mind. Being a fan of all kinds of BBQ and hearing that a new place had opened created a sense of excitement for me, so tonight was the night to explore the world of flamed cook meats. As you can see from the pictures there was an assortment of items to choose from with the brisket being my main focus, very tender and moist and I did cut it with my plastic fork, The pulled pork normally comes with a layer of slaw but on this occasion it was absent (a regret later) the sandwich was a tad flat but with the barbecue sauce on the table it added the needed flavor (the slaw would of helped). Regarding the sides, Mac n cheese has to be the most popular and the texture is smooth as it should be, a smokey flavor for sure and not too salty. The potato salad was typical and you can't go wrong ordering it but the collard greens were much different than I've had, I bit salty for me but worth a try. The service was absolutely a joy and the help was professional and courteous, for not having their liquor license the place was a buzz with people and the sounds of delight filled the room. Speaking of the room, the decor was appropriate to the theme and they even have a stage for live music. I'll come back after awhile to see if the menu changes or some slight adjustments are made and hopefully the liquor license will be granted and a nice cold beer will be included in the mix. My advice is to give it a try and see if you agree with me on a few things. read more

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We finally made it to Horn Barbecue in Fresno a couple of weeks after opening, once the initial hype had died down. We arrived around 2:30 PM, so it was much quieter than what I imagine peak lunchtime looks like. That part was nice, no rush, plenty of time to look over the menu and decide. One immediate downside: not everything they offer is listed on the menu. As we were ordering, we were told there were additional items available that weren't posted. My friend ended up ordering two items he didn't even know existed. For a place at this price point, the menu experience should be clearer. Order: T* Beef rib T* Brisket T* Spicy hot link (no sides) K* 1/2 lb smoked turkey K* Side of beans * In-house pickled onions & house-made pickles(free) My best friend's total for three cuts of meat came out to just under $79. My meal was just under $19. Unfortunately, the food did not live up to the hype, or the Michelin Bib distinction. The turkey was average, landing somewhere between moist and almost overdone. I've had far better smoked turkey elsewhere (sadly, not in California). The hot link was decent with some heat, but nothing memorable, definitely not better than what you can get at The meat market. The brisket was very tender, but lacked flavor. We had to add salt, pepper, and barbecue sauce just to give it some life. The standout was the beef rib, fall-off-the-bone tender and actually flavorful. Easily the best thing we tried. The beans, however, were a miss. They weren't cooked long enough, lacked tenderness, and were overwhelmingly sweet. Way too heavy on brown sugar. I was hoping for something more savory with peppery depth, but instead they tasted like dessert beans, which just isn't my thing. The restaurant itself is beautifully designed, and the ambiance is nice. That said, parts of it felt unfinished. The bar area looked incomplete, and they didn't offer fountain sodas, only canned sodas for $3 each, which feels excessive. There's a stage for live musicians, which I'm sure is great when the place is busy. Overall, it felt like the restaurant was rushed to open before everything was fully dialed in. I really wish they offered a mixed platter option with smaller portions so you could sample items before committing, because if you want to try a variety here, you'll easily spend well over $100, and that's a lot to gamble on food that was mediocre at best. Sadly, this was a swing and a miss for us. We could've gone to a steakhouse, had a more satisfying meal, and still had money left over for dessert and drinks. Hopefully, as time goes on, they refine the menu, add more appealing sides, and finish building out the experience, because right now, the hype outweighs the execution. read more

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Good the first time. Not so much the second time around . Came in on a Thursday and the place was empty. Should have been a sign. Service was nice but man it's gone down hill so quickly read more

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Amazing to have an award winning barbecue here in Fresno. Located right on Cedar and Dakota right next to Me-n-Ed's. The line was quite long on a Friday night just a few days after it had opened. The order: I got two beef ribs which is about $45 per beef bone. It was sooo juicy, bone falls right off, tender, and the seasoning was great. The Mac n cheese were delicious. I really enjoyed the creaminess and flavor of it. The collard greens were just a bit too salty for me. For dessert I got the peach cobbler that really topped me off. The peaches were nicely cooked down and sweet. The crust and crumbs on top had a slightly browning , super good. I really wanted to try the brisket but they didn't have any. Will have to come back some other time for that. It was a packed house, and there were people dancing. The restaurant has a striking ambiance, I think it looks really cool. read more

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Wow what an amazing experience this was! I was a bit worried after reading the reviews, but I was blown away. First off the service was amazing! Everyone was so nice and welcoming. It was not busy at all so the food was out within 5 minutes. You order and pay on your phone so it is so easy and there is no rush. I wanted to try a little bit of everything so that is what I did. The brisket was so tender it was falling apart just from picking it up. The tri tip was sliced so thin and was great with the bbq sauce. The spare ribs were also amazing! The Mac and cheese was sooo cheesy and flavorful. The potato salad was creamy but just okay. I will be back try those delicious looking beef ribs. The restaurant is huge and the inside is decorated beautifully. read more

Horn Barbecue - Ribs, Tri tip, Brisket, Mac and cheese, potatos salad, corn bread - Barbeque Near Me - Fresno, California

We tried to go here a week ago but by the time we got there, they were sold out. Decided to come back on a Saturday and waited an hour in line. There were maybe 8-10 parties in front of us. By the time we actually got inside and was about to order, there was a person in front of us that kept asking so many questions about the taste of the meat even though it wasn't their turn to order (there were people still ordering in front of her). They ended up giving her samples of meat to try which I felt was unfair. Now mind you, while we were waiting, employees would come out to update us on what they still had in stock. While we were ordering, they didn't have pork ribs, tri-tip or coleslaw. This was disappointing but we understood since we came later in the day. By the time we got to the register and paid, they all of a sudden had pork ribs and coleslaw again. We also noticed people who were sitting down after us got slices of bread. It's frustrating that their selection fluctuates that much. If you say you're out of it, how do you magically have some 10 mins later? There's no way we'd go back in line and wait another hour to order more either. The setup they have is inconvenient and the employees don't know what they're doing. There's only one person cutting the meat to order, one person writing a ticket to go with your order, and one person serving sides. We were told we get 3 sides, we just wanted Mac and cheese and beans. I asked the lady who was serving the sides if we can just get a 16oz of Mac & cheese and 8oz of beans. She asked her coworker if that was allowed and he said no, we'd have to order three 8oz sides. At this point I'm annoyed so I just ask her to give it to us in 2 separate containers if that's the case. As for the actual food, the pulled pork seemed to be dry. They also don't have it in barbecue sauce already so it was different than I've had before. The Mac and cheese and brisket were the best parts. The beans were hard and undercooked. My brother in law got the $45 beef rib and it was overcooked. Random note but the lights were flickering the whole time we were there and it got to be annoying. Overall, if the new restaurant hype dies down and it doesn't take an hour to order, we'd probably just go back for the brisket and mac and cheese. The food just didn't meet our expectations and we've had better experiences at other places. read more

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My little family and I visited today for dinner, day after Grand Opening just around 5pm. Thankfully not busy. It'a our first time here my husband and I love a good bbq and was ecstatic to hear they opened business here! Located next to Me N Ed's first you line up to order then take your seat or to-go. The menu is simple and they prepare your food in front of you. We were excited to try their chicken, brisket and beef ribs but the kind gentleman said they've been busy since they opened for 5 hours straight with the lines out the door that they sold out of everything except turkey, pulled pork and smoked ribs. Our order 1/2lbs of pulled pork and smoked ribs. Sides: greens, mac n cheese and pit beans. The smoked ribs were perfection, beautifully glazed and it was so tender. The pulled pork had so much flavor. The sides greens were a bit on the salty side. The Mac n cheese were cheesy my toddler devoured it. The pit beans were a combination of sweet and salty. But everything was delicious! Beautiful sleek interior with lights and plenty of seating. The staff is so nice. Would definitely return. Plan to come early as they can and will sellout. read more

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This place lives up to the hype. The moment you walk in, the vibe is on point, clean, modern, and built for a proper BBQ experience. The food was insane. The ribs and brisket were tender, smoky, and packed with flavor. Easily some of the best BBQ I've had in town. Customer service was top tier. Even with a long line, the staff stayed friendly, helpful, and welcoming the whole time. Only small downside is the cashier line moves a bit slow, but that's expected when a spot is this popular. Still absolutely worth the wait. I'll definitely be back. read more

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Best barbecue in town that I've tried! The pork ribs were my favorite! They were juicy and had a lot of flavor; didn't even need salt, black pepper or bbq sauce. It was "finger licking good". I will say it wasn't fall off the bone but I personally don't mind. The meat itself was still juicy and tender and you could easily rip it off the bone with a fork. I would order the ribs again and again. Definitely a stand out! I also ordered the tri tip and smoked turkey. In general, I'm not a fan of turkey so when I tried it, it was meh. It didn't taste bad but I personally just don't like the taste of turkey. My partner ordered it and so I decided to try it. The tri tip was pretty good. I appreciate that it was thinly sliced and tender. Not super juicy and it didn't have much flavor but you can add salt and BP to it which helped. There was their bbq sauce which I did not like and I usually love bbq sauce. Their bbq sauce tasted sour at first and then slightly sweet afterwards which did not taste good to me. I just prefer a standard sweet taste or spicy kick to my bbq sauce. I also got the mac and cheese and potato salad. Mac and cheese was delicious, probably one of the better Mac n cheeses I've tried. It actually tasted home made. The potato salad was okay. It did taste fresh and home made but lacking in flavor. It needed some more salt and maybe onion or garlic seasoning (my preference). Food (taste and quality) - 9/10 Now as for the service, that could use some more improvements. I understand this location hasn't been open very long but they could do better. The lines out the door and they have no actual menu on the wall or screen. I think it would be helpful to have a digital menu in the wall so that it can be updated when certain items are sold out. When we got to the restaurant, a worker came out to tell those standing in line that they were out of brisket. After that announcement, several other customers lined up after us and didn't hear the announcement so when they got to the counter to order the brisket and was told they were sold out, they were upset (which is understandable). I went to the restaurant also wanting to order the brisket so I was disappointed. When I got to the end of the line where you pick out your sides, I wanted the beans but they were out and so once again I was left picking something I really didn't want to eat (I can't meat by itself). If they could make improvements in updating the customers on what they're out of beforehand, that would be appreciated and helpful to the customer. Additionally the cashier rung up our food order wrong and the initial price she charged us was 85$ until my partner noticed and corrected her. Our total for 2 meat plates (includes a side for each plate), à la cart smoked turkey came out to $45 which honestly wasn't bad for the amount of food we got. Maybe more training especially for the cashier would be helpful. Another con I noticed was that even though we ordered the plate which clearly states you get one side and one bread with your meal, we didn't get bread. We had to ask the cashier who then had to ask the front line workers who then told us they were out of bread. We had to explicitly ask for hamburger buns (since those were still being given out to people ordering sandwiches). It was just a little frustrating having to ask for items that should already be included in our meals or if it's out of stock, don't charge us the plate price cause it's not our fault that they ran out of bread. Why are we being charged for something we didn't get. Once we got our food and were seated (self seating btw), no one came to refill our water or ask us for to-go boxes or check up on us. However, I noticed two different staff on the floor talking to other customers and checking in with them except us so not sure what that's about. I would think you'd want your staff to check in with every table. Service 7/10 Overall I would come back to this place to try the brisket and beans but would probably take it to go next time. I would definitely recommend this place if you're looking for authentic bbq that tastes home made. read more

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Came for the soft opening. I've heard of Matt Horn's original spot up in Oakland from my best friend so I was hyped to see Horn open up such a dope spot back home in Fresno! To be honest, I wasn't even hungry at the time I pulled up but once I saw the juicy brisket, the fresh rack of ribs come out from their smoker, and smelled all the house made sides my mouth was watering! VIBES: Horn serves an authentic BBQ experience with counter service where you can see the fresh cuts of meat as you order. They've got a huge warm welcoming space inside with a modern moody vibe and tons of seating indoor+outdoor. They had a guest artist performing all the way from Napa. FOOD: The tender brisket has a perfect smoke ring and melts in your mouth. The ribs were a little tough in texture, maybe all the juices leaked out and ended up steaming the ribs when it was wrapped in foil for storage after smoking. The extra portion and flavor made up for it though! Mad respect for their home made BBQ sauce! It's the perfect blend of Smokey, spicy, fruity, and molasses that gives it ton of great depth and character - the light syrupy consistency lets you spread or dip the sauce with just the perfect amount without overpowering the flavor of the meats. Can't wait to come back to try the other sides and desserts! Eat and support local y'all! read more

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3-/2+ stars I checked out Horn BBQ for the first time today. While their food has potential, they still have kinks to work out. I've never been to their other locations, but the logistics here were frustrating; there is a long line at the door despite the restaurant being huge inside. With that much space, they should consider hiring staff to take orders at the tables or adding a second person to the meat prep station to speed things up (Other 3 were just standing there). It's also disappointing to be handed a paper menu only to find out they've run out of most items--they really need to ensure they have plenty of meat for their customers. I placed a takeout order and, unfortunately, the food wasn't hot by the time I got it, and they forgot our bread entirely. It's a 3-/2+ experience for now, but I hope they streamline their service soon. read more

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Loved the food staff is so inviting and friendly. Really nice remodel and decor. Don't forget music on Sunday afternoon.

The tale of two visits! We went here on the second day they opened and it was awesome. Food was five stars. We ordered as we walked in the door and before we were finished paying our food was handed to us. Our second time was 2/28/26, Saturday at 4:30. We didn't see anyone cutting their glorious meat and none of the various sides were even there any more. It almost looked like they were closed. We were told to sit down and order using the QR Code menu. That was the second sign that things weren't going to go well. I have been to multiple high end BBQ joints in Austin, Dallas and Nashville. None of them use QR code menus. It might be great for your employees but it stinks for your paying customers. I also noticed they automatically Include an 18% tip. Well, I changed that if I am doing all the work and can't ask a waitress questions. Please give me an option to have a menu and talk to a waitress. Also, at 4:30 pm they were out of every meat except brisket and ribs. No tri tip, no chicken, no turkey, no sausage?? How does that happen. I know when I have gone to Texas BBQs when you get there at 7:30 PM they are usually out of one or two meats, but everything at 4:30? A table of seven next to us got up and left when they found out the meat was almost all gone. After ordering I expected this to be pretty quick if this is all automated and everything is now in the backroom kitchen. No such luck. We ordered the rib plate and brisket plate. After about 20 minutes both meals came on the same platic tray. I guess they thought I was eating this alone. Also, where are the pickles, onions and white bread. Something is a miss. Don't get me wrong the quality of the meat and sides was excellent, just as before. The process is what was lacking. When we were almost done eating I ordered a brisket sandwich to go for my wife at home. They told me they only had one serving a brisket left so I took it. I didn't realize the last serving would be soooo dry. Oh well, still had great flavor. They made my sandwich in just a few minutes and then I waited and waited...15 minutes went by and I asked what we were were waiting for and they said it was the mac and cheese. Really, what are they doing back there. 15 minutes later we were on our way. Very disappointed but full of tasty meat. Something needs to change on the customer service side of things here! read more

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Located inside granite park is Horns BBQ. A lot of hype for this bbq from Oakland and I think hit its marks. Brisket was great! Love the smoked flavor and perfect amount of fat for the cut. The sides were good. Wee went with the Mac and cheese and beans. FYI the portions are large. The place was overall clean and you can tell there's still a lot of room to grow . There is an indoor stage so we will see what upcoming acts are going play. The staff was friendly and we received our food in a reasonable amount of time. I will be coming back here read more

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To start off, I don't normally leave negative reviews. We really tried to like this place and give it a chance, but it's not a place we'd go back to. Positive things first: it doesn't have a cool vibe, the prices were decent, and the food was actually pretty good. However, when it came to the overall experience, I'd only give it 2/10. As soon as you walk in, you can feel the chaos in the extremely smoky dining room as you are directed to take a seat and scan the QR code at the table. And I mean smoke so bad that when I was trying to take pictures, my phone kept telling me I needed to clean my camera lens! Once you scan the QR code at the table, it directs you to their menu, which is just a laundry list of items. No pictures, no descriptions, no details of anything. Already not liking this, we asked if we could order at the register. Even at the register, nobody really knew what was going on. You cannot order combo plates; everything has to be ordered separately but does come with one side. They have no beer, alcohol, or fountain drinks. It looks like at some point they plan to have beer, but as of now, the taps aren't even set up. All you get is either self-serve water from the end of the bar, or you can purchase either a canned Pepsi, diet Pepsi, or root beer for $3 each. The tables have nothing but pre-wrapped plastic knife, spoon, and pork utensil packets. No paper towels, napkins, or wet wipes in a barbecue place! The food is brought to you on cafeteria-style trays, but no plates for sharing. The servers do bring the food out to you, but that is about the only interaction you will have with any staff. Maybe they were extremely short-staffed or didn't plan properly for a Saturday night, but there were only two servers taking care of the entire place. The food came out in sections and with the wrong orders. It took about 40 minutes for us to get our food and over an hour for the other friends at our table to get theirs, and we were only a party of 5. They had to go ask FOUR times what happened to their order after seeing multiple tables that came in after us being served first. I get that they have only been open for one month, but after repeatedly being told "thank you for your patience, we're checking it", then continuing to be ignored, it definitely does not leave a good impression or make me want to recommend this place. And I personally believe that falls purely on management; the girls were trying to hustle, but we're overwhelmed and did not have the help they should've. And according to the website, they have other locations, so they should have a little better insight into what it takes to open a new spot. Overall, our food was good. The mac & cheese was gooey and cheesy, the beans were good but a little different than what I was expecting, but the potato salad was like eating a spoonful of mustard with a bite of potato in it. As far as the meats, the tri-tip, pulled pork, and brisket were all good, but a little dry; we definitely had to add barbecue sauce. As far as the barbecue sauce, there is only one kind, and it was more of a consistency of a steak sauce, rather than a thicker or a sticker BBQ sauce. It had good flavor, was just a little different than most. We really wanted to try the ribs, but they were sold out. Unfortunately, for our friends who got their meal way later than us, their meats were extremely dry and almost seemed like they had been microwaved or poorly reheated somehow. Maybe takeout is a better option? I wish them the best, but unfortunately, it won't be a place I would be returning to or recommending to others. read more

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Really good eats all around Brisket, tri-tip, mac & cheese, and potato salad... and my sis grabbed the banana pudding Definitely worth the drive! I was already in town for a COG retreat, but I'd come back just for this. Hopefully I'll be back next month on my way down south! read more

Horn Barbecue - Brisket and Mac & cheese - Barbeque Near Me - Fresno, California

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Ok. Finally made it here. We Waited for the hype to die down before we went. Arrived about 2pm Super Bowl Sunday. Upon arriving there was a line to the door. There was only one or two tables that had people in them. I think there were two or three couples ahead of our party of 4. As soon as we got inside, we were informed the only meat they had left was brisket and pulled pork. All the sides were available and the two desserts, banana pudding and peach cobbler. The cutter and serving team were all very very friendly and had a great mood which was extremely welcomed. My husband ordered a brisket plate and chose beans, and Mac and cheese for his sides. I had the pulled pork plate with greens as my side. We ordered the banana pudding and our friends ordered peach cobbler. The brisket was the best out of the two meat options. The pulled pork just tasted like smoke. No other flavor. The brisket had better flavor but both of them were better with the bbq sauce. The mac and cheese was so freaking grainy. Wayyy too much cheese not tempered in properly. The beans were good and the greens were just ok, they needed more flavor. The pickled onions they added started ok, then they started tasting like they were giving off a rotten flavor. The banana pudding was absolutely atrocious. Like we all spit it out after tasting it. It tasted like it was pulled from the back of the fridge after two months of it being made. There was no banana or vanilla flavor or sweetness. It was like lumpy watery flour milky texture like a jar of baby food with a spoiled aftertaste. It was absolutely the worst thing that we tasted there. I a million percent do not recommend. The peach cobbler had peach flavor, but it was so gummy. It was like if you took a peach cobbler gummy bear and then melted it down and let it sit on a dashboard for a summer afternoon. Zero cobbler. You cant have banana pudding without nilla wafers and you cant have peach cobbler with no cobbler. You just can't. And as everyone else mentioned, only three soda to choose from. Coke, diet and sprite. And $3.00 a can is ridiculous. Definitely not worth the money. I really don't think we will be going back. read more

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Visited around 1 pm Sunday. Line out the door! Food must be great. About 40 min later, get to order, the inside is set up like a school cafeteria, food is setup on a plastic platter like a school cafeteria, ATM still asked for a tip automatically for some reason even though I ordered in line and took my own food out to the table. We ordered the tri tip plate, brisket plate and chicken plate. Tri tip was over cooked and had zero flavor. Same went for the chicken and brisket. I don't normally use bbq sauce or steak sauce UNLESS the protein is unflavored. Pit beans also had zero flavor and we tossed the banana pudding we got because it was just bad. I thought I heard that the pit master was accredited with some sort of cooking status, am I wrong? I've had better bbq at the BBQ pits at a gas station. It's crazy because as you can see the food looked great. Drinks... They had like 4-5, and sweet tea, no unsweetened. I'm thinking maybe they opened too soon? Inside atmosphere is set up like a school cafeteria for some reason... Chili's, Applebee's, bbq food trucks all prepare better tasting food. Really wanted to enjoy this place. This place seems more like a pop up restaurant then anything else. Like you would expect it to be gone after a few weeks. read more

Horn Barbecue - Barbeque Near Me - Fresno, California

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OK, I would give this place a 3.5 star if I could, but I want to round up to a four star because I recognize it's a new restaurant. It has great potential, but there are some things that are just wrong. Let's talk about the ambiance. It's a very beautiful place. You can tell they did a great job in designing the interior, and it has a relaxed, nice feel to it. The live music they have is a great accent; however, it's also part of the flaw. When I went there with some friends last weekend, we couldn't even hear each other talking without yelling at each other! It's almost like the place wants you to buy the barbecue and leave; the music simply doesn't need to be turned up that loud. The interior design creates a problem for sound. No one considered the reverb off of all the metal they hung and the walls. The sound itself is quite muddy, which is a real shame, because the guy who was singing has a great voice! It's totally not fair to him that he's competing with himself for a better sound. I stood in a line for what seemed like 15 to 20 minutes, and I simply thought that they were so incredibly busy, that was the reason why I needed to wait so long. The reality is the staff is just poorly trained! It didn't take forever to move through the line because there were so many people. It took forever because everybody seemed confused on how to cut meat and what needed to be done. Add to this the problem loud music and that's what's happening. Me and the soft-spoken guy on the other side of the Plexiglas could barely hear each other. I felt like I had to yell at the guy just to order, and I couldn't hear very well anything he said back to me. So let's talk about the actual food. - First of all, the brisket was incredible! Perfectly cooked and could easily be pulled apart with your fingers. It was by far my favorite piece of meat. - The pulled pork, however, was a little bit dry. I was very disappointed to see that they kept the pulled pork where they keep the mac and cheese in that warm spot. Eating meat like that for long periods of time just dries it out, which is exactly what I experienced. - The chicken was cooked perfectly and had good seasoning on it. - The sides for me were lackluster and unimpressive. I think the mac and cheese was probably the best side that I had. It had great flavor and just this wonderful blend of salt and deep cheesy goodness. I would have been perfectly happy just eating that with some brisket! - The beans were okay. They had this weird, deep umami flavor in them. Very unusual for a ranch bean. It wasn't my favorite, but it wasn't bad. - The worst thing I ate, hands down, was the coleslaw. Do yourself a favor, and just skip it. All in all, this place has a number of areas that it needs to improve. - Some of the barbecue is pretty good. - Some of the sides are pretty good. I think this is one of those places where if I want brisket and mac and cheese, I'll do that, but probably not a place I'll be back regularly. read more

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1/21/26 Saw their grand opening day yesterday on the news and really Great how the owner plans on helping the Fresno community! Knew I had to try it! Getting lunch! Arrived! Really long line! Very busy! I went in to check it out! Workers are Great! Kind and welcoming!! It was already late so I figured I would go back tomorrow and go earlier! VERY nice restaurant! Open and airy with lots of table, chairs and a row of bar like seating! 1/22/26 Already here! Arrived at a good time. (11:30am) Shocked there was no line. Walked in and the worker was kind and said they do not open until noon! FYI everyone! Waited for it to open as a line started. Luckily I was only 3rd in line. Opened a little bit later. Greeted &!Ordered the chicken plate. Workers were kind. Happy to give recommendations. Got the potato salad. Told the Mac N Cheese is most popular. Paid for the order, told potato salad was just being made, almost ready and only waited a few minutes before it was ready and handed over with BBQ sauce I asked for. Lunchtime! I had half of the chicken plate order. Plenty! The BBQ chicken was GREAT! Tender, cooked perfectly and GREAT BBQ flavor! Impressive! Potato Salad was GREATNESS too! Really Flavorful with thick seasoned, Tasty potato salad bites! Another meal left! You definitely get your moneys worth! Good service & GREAT lunch! Highly recommended! Definitely suggest going early. The line was Very long on the way out & growing. read more

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-brisket was dry -2 slabs brisket or 1/2 lb was too little serving -brisket had lots of fat -corn bread was not your normal bread full of too sugary sweet and rough texture -mac cheese no flavor and greasy -cole slaw looked nothing like the picture on order app read more

Fresno just got a serious upgrade. Big BBQ energy just landed in the Valley. Award-winning pitmaster and Fresno native Matt Horn has officially opened Horn Barbecue at Cedar & Ashlan in Granite Park -- and it's not just another BBQ spot. It's destination-level smoke, flavor, and craft that changes the game here. First impressions? Bold vibes, great space, patios perfect for long hangs, and those signature bull statues begging for photos. The food? Legendary. * Brisket that melts without a knife. * Pulled pork sandwich that steals the show. * Collard greens with real spice. * Pit beans packed with depth. * Mac & cheese that's next level. * Ribs tender with just the right bite. * Banana pudding that hits like nostalgia. ‍ This is elite BBQ -- thoughtful, intentional, and rooted in craft. And the service matches the food: friendly, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. read more

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The food is great, the service is great. The Greens . A great family atmosphere and dining. read more

Horn Barbecue - Ribs, Greens, Beans and Mac&Cheese - Barbeque Near Me - Fresno, California

Tried to go there Sunday. We got there at opening. There was a hand written sign saying Outof Food. So I thought we would give them second chance but not going without calling. It's hard to find phone number. I pull up the website and it says Elk Grove. read more

Great BBQ! We're used to barbecue from Texas and the South, so it's rare that Fresno BBQ really impresses us -- but Horn definitely did. The food was excellent and full of flavor. The ambiance is also really well done; you can tell a lot of thought and investment went into the design and overall atmosphere. It's a great spot to enjoy good BBQ. We'll definitely be back. Service is seat your self, order on app, then they call your name or table number to come get it. Bathroom needed some attention in refilling toiletries, but they are a small business so that is understandable and can be overlooked when you're busy doing food service. Got the brisket, greens, mac n cheese, cornbread and beans. Addressing some reviews I read... I read quite a few of the one-star reviews and honestly I think some people in Fresno may not fully understand what a true BBQ spot is like. This is the kind of BBQ you'll find in places like the Bay Area, Texas, Denver, and throughout the South. It's real, slow-smoked barbecue. I personally didn't experience anything overwhelming with smoke, and I am very sensitive to my surroundings, but for the review that said they couldn't take photos because of smoke -- well, it is a smokehouse. When meat is being smoked for many hours (sometimes even over 24 hours), a little haze or smoky atmosphere can be part of the experience. Another review mentioned straws not being wrapped and plastic utensils being offered. But this is a BBQ joint, not a five-star steakhouse. Our straws were wrapped, so maybe that has already been addressed or perhaps it was just what was available at the moment from their supplier... It is really hard to get supplies these days. Some of the negative reviews also seemed to overlook the realities of running a small business. When a local spot is trying to serve the community and build something great, sometimes a little grace goes a long way. Even several of the negative reviews still admitted the food was good -- and ultimately that's what matters most. So why give a 1 star review when the food was good but you had to go and grab your own food on a a cafeteria tray... which btw is the norm for a true BBQ joint... sorry for being repetitive with that statement but it seems a lot didn't understand the concept. If you're reading the bad reviews, I'd encourage you to look past them and give this place a try. I'm a foodie and a pretty particular reviewer, and I had a really great experience here. read more

Food was amazing and the hospitality was even better! I ordered the brisket plate with collard greens and pit beans. The brisket was juicy and both sides were extremely flavorful. I also had some of my friend's Mac and cheese which was also very flavorful and packed with cheese. Would definitely come here again especially with how nice the waitress was! read more

Straws that are in a large container, and you pick out of said container, mind you all straws are not wrapped, so you are potentially using a straw touched by others beforehand. Had burnt ends, tasted more fried then Bbq Mac n cheese decent, overcooked and basic cheesey taste, nothing too special Pit beans, Thick almost paste like texture with some of the beans being undercooked. Workers friendly and attentive. Yet one had a pretty big tongue piercing, not the most professional when trying to order something to eat.! menu seems too have a bbq soul food vibe but could not order hardly anything, almost everything we asked For was not available, even the desserts.! Doesn't seem they were ready to open, felt like a rush to open vibe, 42$ for 2 16oz sides, one 8oz side, burnt ends and a pull pork sandwich that was overly salty, and water. read more

Horn Barbecue - Straws - Barbeque Near Me - Fresno, California

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First time ever trying Horn bbq during the lunch hour and it was a bit under and overwhelming at the same time. The boujee aesthetics and ambiance mixed with bbq sauce made me feel like I should critique the food that much more. The lunch menu is short and simple for those that are busy to get in and out for a short lunch break. Staff announced that ribs wouldn't be ready until after 2pm, what a bummer! I was looking forward to that. We ordered a tri-tip plate, tri tip sandwich and pulled pork sandwich and they all come with one side. 2 macs, potato salad and banana pudding. Two out the of three were good. The banana pudding I do not recommend. I should have opted for the peach cobbler. There were too many reviews on the greens being salty so I skipped that. Okay so for the thinly cut tri-tip, it was not as tender as I would want it. Maybe I'm waiting for that brisket feel, and I was just hoping I would get a fall off the mfing bone beef rib. I'm definitely here at the wrong hour. I had better tri-tip sandwiches elsewhere and there are tri-tips not as great so I would put this at Mid. My plus one would've liked a nice beer to go with it but they're still working on that. I'm sure once the alcohol hits, it will be that much more hectic! They're still at their beginning phase of opening so I might have to wait a bit to see when this place gets its groove on. read more

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We just tried this place via DoorDash. The menu showed a brisket sandwich piled high with what appears to be sliced brisket. What arrived was a very thin layer of chopped brisket between two slices of bread. The taste of the brisket was lost with there being so little compared to the bread. Tasted ok but not at all like what was pictured. I think we all know where we can get a mega brisket sandwich piled high with delicious brisket but this is not that place. Mac and cheese was pretty good. We need not care for the beans. read more

I am pleased to say that Horn Barbecue exceeded my expectations! The meat, sides and desserts all had tasty flavors. We received our food very quickly and enjoyed the overall ambiance of the restaurant. The server bringing the food out was also very nice and welcoming. read more

Horn Barbecue - Barbeque Near Me - Fresno, California

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Stopped by Horn Barbecue in Fresno and had an absolutely five-star experience from start to finish. The food was next-level -- perfectly smoked meats, rich flavor, and every bite tasted intentional. You can tell there's real craft and pride behind what comes out of that kitchen. The sides complemented everything beautifully and were just as memorable as the main plates. The restaurant itself looks incredible. Clean, modern, and welcoming with a vibe that feels both elevated and comfortable. It's the kind of spot you're proud to bring friends and family to. And the service? Top tier. Friendly, attentive, and genuinely warm. The staff made us feel valued and taken care of the entire time. If you're in Fresno and want amazing barbecue, a great atmosphere, and outstanding service, this is the spot. Easy five stars. read more