Updating my review from a few years ago to ensure that Mike and Sunset29 are the best. I've had the pleasure to work professionally with him, work with him on a family event, and to attend an event Sunset29 was catering. In all ways, Mike and his crew are great faces to see, Mike is easy to work with, and the food is delicious! Most recently, we worked together on a graduation party for my sister. He is a clear communicator, was on time with drop off, and was a fun energy to have before the party started. read more

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The food was awesome. The taste is very taste. They marinade the meats very well. The service is very good. They are very accommodating. The ambiance is good. read more

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I was able to try the tri-tip and pulled pork, along with the potato salad and everything was absolutely delicious. The meat was tender and flavorful, and the side were just as impressive. You can always tell when food hits the mark because people actually go back for seconds, and in this case, they did! read more

Hired Mike for my husband's 50th birthday party. From talking with him months ago and organizing date, time and set up, Mike helped me every step of the way. Every single person who attended was raving about his food! Thanks Mike for making this such a rememberable occasion! read more

What can I say that hasn't already been said? I went to a party last night catered by Sunset 29 and was truly impressed. The food was outstanding. You could taste the love and care put into everything they brought. It takes quite a bit to impress me, and between the food and the service, Sunset 29 BBQ absolutely hit it out of the park. So five stars is the highest? .........not enough read more

I recently had the pleasure of enjoying catering from Sunset 29 at a friend's birthday party, and I was thoroughly impressed! The food was truly awesome from start to finish. The tri-tip was incredibly tender and packed with so much flavor, and all the accompanying sauces were equally delicious - they really elevated every bite. The chicken was also perfectly cooked and seasoned, a definite highlight. Beyond the fantastic food, the Sunset 29 team provided great service throughout the event. They were efficient, friendly, and contributed to a wonderful atmosphere. It's clear they have a passion for what they do, and it shines through in both their tasty offerings and their professional approach. If you're looking for catering that delivers on taste, quality, and excellent service, I highly recommend Sunset 29. They made the birthday party's food experience truly memorable! I work with a lot of caterers and attend a lot of events and I absolutely left this party with a full belly and very impressed by this caterer. read more

Let's go Mike! Best BBQ catering company around town. As a Seattle native, I'm admittedly not a BBQ expert, but I can certainly recognize great flavors and wonderful people. I've been working with Mike over the past 5ish years, periodically bringing his BBQ pop-up to Harmonic Brewing for different occasions. Sunset29 always brought out the best crowd + flavorful tri tip & other amazing meats + sides. Don't sleep on those Smoked Whiskey Beans! Mike is quite the character and the nicest guy, he has some great stories and always brings a positive attitude. I would absolutely recommend booking Sunset29 for your next event! read more

I had about 3 weeks to pull together a last minute January company holiday party. I was given an OK budget to work with, about $100 per person, F&B. I reached out to several Bay Area caterers who laughed me off instead of even attempting to work with me. Not Mike and Sunset29 though. I reached out with a tentative menu, he gave me a follow up call right away, and immediately I knew I was working with a great company. We discussed logistics, he sent the proposal, I sent a deposit, and got to feel at ease until party time. Day of the party arrives and Mike and his crew are prompt and communicative while I'm running around trying to get everything else in order. The party was held at a house on a steep hill with a winding staircase, but the crew lugged everything up just fine. Mike even brought chafing dishes so that the food could be elevated and nicely presented to guests. It worked out perfectly. I wish I had taken a proper photo but we had to keep the food covered and warm for a little while before serving. By the time we did, everyone descended upon it. The food was AMAZING!!! We had tri-tip, chicken, pulled pork, mac and cheese, beans, their famous mushrooms, Hawaiian rolls, and two generous garden salads. The portions for 25 were more than enough, but the party ended up being at least 40+ people cycling through as it turned into a bash. Still, we were all able to chow down with plenty for everyone. Once a tray was emptied, leaving guests filled them up with leftovers. Sunset29 left a few business cards next to the food and I eventually ran out of them. It was a great success and I couldn't have been happier with the communication, food, and price. Mike and his crew really cared and it showed. 10000+ million stars! read more

If there was one more star for purchase, I'd spend the money. A guy named Mike was at Golden Gate Park today, for an event called Old Cars Picnic. I showed up with my daughter who was meeting up with her friend, where this guy Mike was wearing a Sunset 29 shirt, but LOOKING like a SF Giants shirt.....he's working like a work-horse over the hot BBQ grill, and THEN, just as my stomach finishes a growl and I shoot out a prayer that someone has some snacks....he starts walking around with this PRIMO grade beef, sliced and hot, handing them to absolutely everyone within 20 feet of him. He didn't even ask if I was part of his friends party....just walked over and fed me, repeatedly. and not a hot dog. The best beef, expertly BBQ'd, proudly presented, and I'd follow this guy to dinner every day if he lived by me!! Go get some, you won't be sorry!! Thank you Mike!! read more

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Catered my 60th birthday party. Food and service was awesome! Tri tip, chicken, sausage with sides. All delicious. Nothing left. Highly recommend him. read more

Sunset29 has the most delicious tri-tip ever! highly recommend getting their catering!

The Sunset29 BBQ catering guys go above & beyond with their fantastic personalities, quality food & exceptional service.

Worked with Sunset29 BBQ to cater a volunteer appreciation event of 90+ people last year. The food was so delicious that people are still talking about it! Everything was fresh and tasty. I was impressed that the chicken was cooked perfectly which can be difficult to do for such a large crowd. Staff are super friendly and easy to work with. They were on time and so kind to our volunteers and staff! I definitely recommend using them for your next event, big or small! read more

Ordered 2 racks of ribs and a pound of brisket for a family gathering. The owner was kind enough to throw in some potato salad and rolls. The ribs were great with good smoke. The potato salad was a total surprise. I'd buy it by the gallon! Star of the show was the brisket. I ordered way too much amazing food but the brisket was so moist, it was still super juicy the next day. Highly recommend going to Sunset 29 for your next party! read more

had a late dinner here and it hit the spot. food was smoky and well seasoned. service was smooth no issues. place feels simple but comfortable. read more

Amazing, amazing, amazing. My wife threw a surprise birthday party for me and had sunset 29 cater the event. I had several guests tell me the chicken and beef were the best they have ever had. We used to support Mike when he first started a few years ago...his food has stood the test of time and has gotten profoundly better since the last time. A truly nice and humble man with a gift for food. Nothing he served was substandard. It was all exceptional. Thank you so much Mike! read more

We were so lucky to have SUNSET29 BBQ cater our school's last day before winter break, and I have to say it did not disappoint. The spices are magically elaborate, the meat is perfectly tender and the sides are perfectly matched. My only disappointment is I didn't know about them sooner!!!!! Don't sleep on this amazing catering option. Be the talk of 2025 and beyond. read more

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Craving for some barbecue beef ribs while we were in the city, Radman the hvac killer and I stumbled into this spot and it was worth the walk. The appetizers and the service were great. We'll be back. read more

Awesome brisket, awesome potato salad. Plus super dog friendly. Very friendly and welcoming.

Once upon a time someone decided to delve into the BBQ business. He started with his tri-tip years ago for a small crowd, and it was a HIT!!! From there he went on to other meats and side dishes. Perfecting his special seasonings, his trial crowds became once a month crowds and now catering to special events! What makes his BBQ so delicious it that it's all about perfecting the flavors and textures. It's MEAT WITH FLAVOR AND NOT FLAVOR WITH MEAT. Everything is always soooo juicy and flavorful. He truly puts a ton of hard work and effort to cater to your preferences/needs. He also caters to vegetarians and vegans. I've never been a huge BBQ meat fan but this one got me hooked. Check out his public photos or an event to see and sample for yourself! He's usually at indoor or outdoor public or private events. read more

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Love this BBQ - the tri tip TOPS, and the sausage is KING, great hot links but be sure to order the SHEBOYGAN, superb I know I know is it really that good of a BBQ house, yes ! The potato salad caps it off. TOUCHDOWN read more

I'm a repeat customer and I absolutely love it here! The food is delicious and filling, served quickly by friendly staff. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, making for a fantastic dining experience. read more

It's not the first time I've come and I really like it.It is very tasty and satisfying. Great food and fast serving.Pleasant atmosphere and great staff read more

Sunset 29 hosted a large bbq lunch for my jobsite in SF today (100 ppl) and absolutely nailed everything! Hat's off to Mike and his crew for doing such an amazing job, and being incredibly easy to work with. The tri-tip, chicken and sausages were all cooked PERFECTLY!!! Highly highly recommend for a group event! read more

I went to a party last week where they had Mike's BBQ. I was blown away! The food was fantastic! Different kinds of BBQed meats, cole slaw that was fresh and crisp, tasty potato salad, and rolls. But for me the highlight was the smoked mushrooms. Never before had I ever had such wonderful treat! Outstanding food! read more

We're lucky to have Sunset BBQ catered our party for multiple events. Seriously the best BBQ in town, and the brisket and tri-tip are boom! Not to mention that their service is top notch, very friendly and considerate. Mike himself is such a sweet and passionate person! Highly recommended! read more

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Working with Mike was so easy! We needed to cater an event in Golden Gate Park for 115 people. We scheduled a call where he understood our budget, numbers, schedule, and preferences. He suggested some sides to go with our mains. He worked with us to provide a fair and reasonable quote for high-quality food. Our guests LOVED the food. He cooked enough for 160, even though we paid for 115. He even threw in some smoked mushrooms on the house because he's so passionate about his food, he knew we had to try them. The mac attack was heavenly, the tri-tip and chicken were staple favorites, and he cooked up 10 veggie dogs for vegan guests. He even brought us serving utensils and drove up to our picnic tables in the park to deliver. Overall, you absolutely need to try Mike's food. He seriously bakes love into it & certainly doesn't skimp on flavor or volume. Mike is awesome!! Would definitely have him cater for us 100 times over. Thank you!! From Jacqueline and Edgar read more

Mike and his team are so great work with! We hired him for the Mayor Breed's Pride party in June 2023, and it went off without a hitch. He was super responsive and very flexible in developing the menu over the course of 4-weeks. The menu included: brisket sliders, grilled chicken, sausages, and potato salad. They were fantastic!! read more

Hey, Mike was great. Easy to work with. Provided all the goods, timely. Complete with hot boxes and utensils. Ribs rocked it. Sauce was great. We added chicken and tri tip and mushrooms; slaw and potato salad. He will not short you on the portions! Enjoy supporting his passion! read more

The dry rub on the ribs is amazing. No sauce needed. These ppl know what what they're doing. Don't question, just go. Enjoy y'all.

Solid American BBQ. I love to come here with friends. Always a good time. The BBQ sauce is heavenly and service is good. Sunset29 is a must with friends. read more

My Husband and I were invited to Harmonic Brewery and they had food catered that day. Sunset 29 BBQ. They had Tri-Tip, Chicken and Rib plates or a combo plate. I had the Tri-Tip/Chicken combo and the chicken was so juicy and the rub on the Tri-Tip was so tasty. My Husband has the ribs and said they were Great. They had sides of Coleslaw, Potato salad, Mac & Cheese but the best side were the 'Shrooms!!! They were plump and flavorful. I recently went to Anchor Public Taps and Sunset29 BBQ was there. I tried their Pulled Pork Sliders and they were sooo tasty. I highly recommend their catering. They are the BEST!! read more

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My friends and I came across Sunset 29 BBQ when we visited Bloodhound, the dog-friendly bar in SoMa. They had a section of the bar where they setup their food prep station, and after awhile, we caved into the smell of BBQ and ordered dinner from them. Plus, then menu was just sitting on the bar, taunting us. My boyfriend and I ordered the BBQ brisket plate, which came with sides of coleslaw and Hawaiian bread. SOOOOO good!! I was genuinely surprised. Later, we ended up in a conversation with Mike "GTO" Marcal, the owner. He let us try one of his specialities... grilled mushrooms. Godly. He gave us his business card. My friend and I do events and occasionally order catering, so we were curious about that option. Mike is a cool guy, and he let us know where else Sunset 29 BBQ goes around San Francisco. If you ever see them, give them a try. You won't be disappointed! read more

I first tried Sunset 29 BBQ at Anchor Public Taps and have since done a catering order for my sister's baby shower. Amazing! I've enjoyed everything I've eaten, but especially love their mushrooms and tri-tip. The owner, Mike, is great to work with and the prices are very affordable for the quality and quantity of food you're getting. San Francisco has limited good bbq options, and this place ranks at the top of my list. Highly recommend supporting this local business. read more

We had Sunset 29 bbq cater a party and it was a huge hit! Tri tip and mushrooms were delicious. People still come up to me and ask where we got the food. The owner is super nice and prompt/easy to work with. He was very transparent(he had some life things happening that he was concerned could possibly affect a future order, luckily a non issue) and was reasonable about other options. He was also generous with portions. read more

I was at a party the other day and I saw some barbecue on the serving table. First thing I'd like to say is that I'm very particular about my barbecue since I've been cooking for over 35 years and I've won the Reno chili and barbecue championship twice. That being said walked on over and took a look it was to be offered on the table. My first land said this looks pretty darn good and the aroma was as good as my visual was. So I said hey. I'm really not that hungry but this stuff looks pretty good so I should probably give it a try or regret not eating it later. I grabbed the plate and serve myself up some ribs, pulled pork, sausages, potato salad, and something that was called." signature slaw.". I've been myself a nice quiet place to enjoy the food as I hate eating and be bothered by people yakking in my ear things I really don't care about. I slowly started digging in to the items on the plate and was blown away by how savory and perfectly cooked, the meats were. As I said, before I have one competitions on a high level regarding barbecue. I've also eaten some of the greatest BBQ places in the country, including Franklins in Austin and dearly every BBQ in Kansas City and Memphis. Despite being with some people may call a BBQ snob, this food was absolutely off the hook. When they said signature slaw, they weren't kidding. It was the tastiest coleslaw I've ever had my life! As for the meats, They were perfectly smoked, cooked and flavored. I later found out the Pitmasters name was Mike Marcal. He got into barbecuing with the same passion that I did when I started. He uses the finest products and doesn't over complicate the process. That is a true sign of a great BBQ pit master. I would tell anybody who sees an event that he is cooking at, not to miss it! I went home later that night dreaming of the delicious BBQ the deer prepared and hopefully on my next trip to this area, I will have the chance to enjoy his expertise and cooking again!!! One last thing is, I also found out that he supports many local causes are close to his heart in the area he lives in. A guy who can vines that type of love for his hometown and his food can't be beat!! Unfortunately Yelp only lets me give him five stars, if I had my way, I'd give him 10!! read more

Mike and Sunset 29 BBQ is the best in the bay. Had to organize an event for 175 people and only had one week to do so. Called Mike... and the rest was history.... Good times, good people and of course... AWESOME BBQ!! Thanks Mike for everything and to this day.. people are still raving about the food. read more

Sunset BBQ did an amazing job for our Employee Holiday Party at St. Anthony's! They had a spectacular, professional crew and the food was fantastic and loved by everyone from meat eaters to vegetarians! Not only was Mike so on top of communication to plan the event, he helped work with us to hold the buffet in two buildings at the same time. I would highly recommend this caterer! We will definitely use again! read more

Finally found a place that offers great barbecue! I've used Sunset 29 to cater at my school two times in the past year. Each time it has been a huge hit with my co-workers. Sunset 29 delivers fresh and hot cooked barbecue. I always go with the tri tip and smoked mushrooms. The chicken and ribs are also good but, the tri tip is on a entirely different level as far as taste. The pricing varies on what you want them to cater but I would suggest tri tip with sides of mushrooms, potato salad and mac n cheese. They also include some Hawaiian bread so you can make sandwiches out of the tri tip if you so choose. I scheduled Sunset 29 to be ready to serve by 11am. He arrived promptly at 10:45 am and was carving the meat by 11am just in time for the start of our lunch break. The presentation of the food was also very well done. You can't get the same value or quality of barbecue in San Francisco or Daly City. Its definitely the best bang for your buck especially if you opt for Sunset 29 to cater your event. Sunset 29 also does pop up events so keep checking their Instagram or Facebook pages. Beer and barbecue? Yes please!! Would I recommend Sunset 29? In a heartbeat!!! Great food! Great value! Great service! read more

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I met these amazing people at the bark and Brewfest in Burlingame today. I was drinking some beer and I needed some good sustaining food! They delivered! The tri-tip sandwich was absolutely amazing. The hotdogs were cooked just right. The service is quick and everything felt comfortable and homey! read more