Monday, August 31, 2026

  1. A mural of an angry steer watches over the counter at this Oakland BBQ shop, and the vibe tracks: the pits here are serious. Matt Horn calls it West Coast Barbecue, which means brisket, pulled pork, and sausages on butcher paper with sides like pit beans and Granny's potatoes. Lines form early and stay long. The Michelin Guide gave it a Bib Gourmand, and it landed a James Beard nomination for Best New Restaurant.

    Three honors, in evidence:

    The record strongest first

    One number, weighted & current 80

    How we score

    The dishes from the writeups


    Address
    464 8th St., Oakland, CA · Oakland
    Hours
    • Mon Closed
    • Tue–Sun Noon–8 PM, 5 PM–9 PM

    open until sell out

    Phone
    +15102256101
    Reserve
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      Stay Score

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        Do Score

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