The Best Barbecue in Oakland, by the Record
Oakland has sent exactly one place into the record so far: Horn Barbecue, honored by James Beard Awards.
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Rank 1. Horn Barbecue
West Coast Barbecue
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.
- James Beard Awards 2022 · Nominee · Best New Restaurant
- Michelin Guide Bib Gourmand
- Esquire #5 · The Best New Restaurants in America