I don't usually crave BBQ but this place has my dolla every time I come into the Public Market…read more Having several BBQs around the Bay Area, I like this one the best. Their brisket is so money, they don't even know it. It ain't cheap but SuperDuper next door is chargin' $12 for a cheeseburger now. Thanks [insert president from the opposing political party].

After hearing so many people rave about Pig in a Pickle, I finally made the trip over to…read moreEmeryville, and I'm glad I did. This place is located in a food hall, so there are plenty of other choices. If you're looking for barbecue that focuses on the meat first and doesn't rely on drowning everything in sauce, this place deserves a visit. I ordered a plate with brisket, a pork rib, hot link, collard greens, a side of BBQ sauce, and a drink for Super Duper. Brisket Without question, this was the star of the meal. I specifically asked for the fatty point, and it absolutely delivered. The brisket was incredibly tender with a beautiful bark, plenty of rendered fat, and a deep smoky flavor throughout. It had just the right balance of salt, pepper, and smoke without any one flavor overpowering the others. Honestly, this is the kind of brisket you don't even need sauce for, but I couldn't resist trying it with their BBQ sauce anyway. Pork Rib I ended up with an end piece, which can sometimes be a little dry, but that wasn't the case here. It was surprisingly tender and packed with flavor. The smoke came through nicely, and the seasoning had a great balance of pepper and salt. It wasn't falling off the bone--which, in my opinion, is exactly how properly cooked barbecue should be--but it pulled cleanly with each bite. I'd absolutely order the ribs again. Hot Link I've had plenty of hot links that were overly dense or aggressively spicy. These weren't. The casing had that satisfying snap when you bit into it, and the sausage itself was juicy and flavorful. The heat level was very approachable--enough to notice but never overwhelming--allowing the smoky, seasoned meat to remain the focus. A really well-made sausage. BBQ Sauce I mixed the mild and hot BBQ sauces together, and that ended up being the perfect combination for my taste. The mild sauce added sweetness and tang while the hot sauce contributed just enough kick without masking the flavor of the meat. That combination complemented everything on the tray exceptionally well. Collard Greens The collard greens were another pleasant surprise. They were well-seasoned, flavorful, and not overly spicy. The greens still had some texture without being tough. My only complaint is that I wish there had been a little more smoked meat mixed in. The flavor was definitely there--I just wanted a bit more of the meaty goodness. Overall, Pig in a Pickle impressed me from start to finish. The quality of the smoked meats really stands out, especially the brisket, which was easily one of the better briskets I've had in the Bay Area. The rib was excellent, the hot links were flavorful without being overly heavy, and even the sides held their own. I'll definitely be making the drive back to Emeryville to work my way through more of the menu. If the rest of their offerings are anywhere near as good as this tray, I can see why they've built such a strong reputation. Highly recommended--especially if you're a brisket lover. Simply Wonderful!!

I've been here a couple times I used to go to the one in Oakland but they closed it down on 27th…read moreSt. I tried the spicy sauce. It was a little bit too spicy for me but overall very good place.

This place is a Bay Area institution, slinging barbecue since the '70s, and the whole pitch is that…read moreyou don't need to fly south to get the real thing. Came with a friend to put that to the test. My verdict: it fills a need, but it doesn't hold up to what you'd get in the actual South. The food was decent. Nothing offensive, but nothing that jumped out and grabbed me either. If you're in a region that isn't exactly a barbecue mecca, I get why people rate it. It scratches the itch. For me, it's just fine. One gripe that's very on-brand to make in Berkeley of all places: the amount of plastic. Plastic bags, plastic everything. For a city that lectures the rest of the country about the environment, they could stand to practice what the zip code preaches. Decent BBQ, middling execution but come in with tempered expectations.

Great customer service, very clean, good food, specialty, flavored chicken wings. Each order has a…read morefree side of whatever you want, from a beverage, dessert, side order.

Yes, I did try it and the food was very good but he needs to update his hours when he's there and…read morewhen he isn't there, Google always says he's open but he never is

4.5 stars Yard Sale:…read moreVegi combo's with meat are my go to. The tomato sauce is rich, flavorful, top grade. Not sure if I like their dough but works very well with the sauce. The chains name might be dated, but I've always enjoyed their pizza.

Holy cow! What a deal…read more... They offered their so-called "signature slice" but dude, it should be called "double slice" because basically it's two slices of pizza for only $7.45!! Then there was a large 20 ounce of Heineken for ONLY $5.00 today- ice cold glass! Your choice 16 or 20 ounces! The pizza Chef came out, served my pizza and asked me if I wanted some ranch dressing. Wow, what service and great ambience in a nice clean hip environment! So, I had the veggie pizza which was fantastic with onions, tomatoes, spinach, and more! My friendly server PRETTI deserves a gold medal for expert service and friendliness! This has got to be one of the best deals in Berkeley. Don't hesitate, don't be late, get in here bring a date.

Angeline's absolutely delivered. I stopped in around 12:30 p.m. on a Saturday, and I was surprised…read moreby how empty it was. No complaints though--it made for a relaxed meal and the service was attentive. I ordered the fried chicken and beignets with gravy, and it was excellent. I'm usually someone who prefers bone-in fried chicken, but this version won me over. The chicken was juicy with perfectly seasoned, crispy breading, and the savory gravy paired surprisingly well with the beignets. Everything on the plate complemented each other without feeling too heavy. The only miss for me was the orange juice--it was pretty forgettable. But honestly, the rest of the meal more than made up for it. I'd happily come back for the fried chicken.

I am not new to Angeline's. This restaurant has been in business for YEARS & I am happy to see they…read moreare still booked and busy. I am happy to see the menu has never changed (if it ain't broke don't fix it). The customer service has and still is great. The ambiance is nice and clean while sprinkling as much Louisiana vibes as possible (mardi Gra mask, beads, music, etc). My go to is catfish and hush puppies I am not a spicy girl when it comes to my food so FYI the gumbo has a spicy kick to it. 3 bites and I had to stop eating it but sure it's flavorful The only items they still have that I do not like is the potato salad. Would I go back? Well of course. I never stopped going.

Found this spot on tiktok and decided to try it out with my favorite cousin. The rating was decent…read moreand the food looked good so we made our way over. We sat inside originally, but then decided to go sit outside because it was a beautiful day. The inside was clean and very quiet, the patio was full of people. Ambiance gets a 4/5. We were immediately met by a pleasant waitress, and when we moved she just came and found us. She was very informative, engaging, and knowledgeable, great service all around 4.8/5. I ordered the strength & my cousin the garlic wings and a margarita. The wings were some of the best I've ever had, fried to perfection and seasoned just right. A huge punch of garlic, which I really enjoy, so wings were 4.9/5. The vegetarian sandwich I ordered was so delicious, the pesto and garlic aioli really added flavor and the fresh warm bread really set it apart 4.8/9, only because the jalapeño was more spicy than pickled. Overall; I rate this place a 4.7/5

A hidden secret is the Hidden Spot. Right on the corner with easy ramp up walkway or stairs. It has…read moreoutside eating or inside with big screen tv's and a bar. All the food sounded good on the menu. I had the sapphire which was supposed to be hot but it wasn't at all for me. The gem was almost like a Philly cheese steak. Both were really good. The fries seasoning is really good and the onion rings were good as well. I got a mango lemonade drink that I really enjoyed. Cool place to watch sports and grab a good bite to eat. Now go and enjoy, you can thank me later.

We'd been hearing all the great reviews on IG so we decided we'd try it! Everything we ordered was…read moredelicious 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

Their prices are per the half pound... for objectively average bbq…read more So it's not 22 a lb it's 50 a lb for brisket for shit brisket

Have come here twice in the last two weeks because it's so good. I don't usually like going out for…read moreKorean food because I can cook most things at home, but my partner and I were really craving meat on these occasions and wanted to go out. We've gotten the monster short rib, pork collar and butt, and daechang (large beef intestine), which I've always wanted to try. Servers cook the meat for you (though they're also cool with you taking the tongs to cook on your own) and it's a really nice experience. Nice array of tasty banchan, too. We'll probably be back again soon!!

Won't be our last time at Don Blanc! We came for lunch yesterday and was impressed with the quality…read moreof meats and found the price to be reasonable as well. My party ordered the Supreme Combo which came with 4 types of meat with cuts of pork and beef. The banchan was also great, I love when spots give some sort of onion mixture to cut the greasiness of the meat. I also love the fact that you were able to order half orders of the cold noodles. I saw that they have gopchang on the menu which I'm excited to try next time, I know it's hard to find in the area! Our server was great, I didn't catch his name but he was extremely friendly and was on top of refilling our waters. The restaurant was quiet when we came, but was in very clean conditions.