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K C Bar-B-Q

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2613 San Pablo Ave
Berkeley, CA 94702

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(510) 548-1140
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K C Bar-B-Q - Berkeley, CA
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K C Bar-B-Q - Berkeley, CA
K C Bar-B-Q - Berkeley, CA
K C Bar-B-Q - Berkeley, CA
K C Bar-B-Q - Berkeley, CA
K C Bar-B-Q - Berkeley, CA
K C Bar-B-Q - Berkeley, CA
K C Bar-B-Q - Berkeley, CA
K C Bar-B-Q - Berkeley, CA
K C Bar-B-Q - Berkeley, CA
K C Bar-B-Q - Berkeley, CA
K C Bar-B-Q - Berkeley, CA
K C Bar-B-Q - Berkeley, CA
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Best

I have been going to this BBQ for years! With all of the others available in the East Bay, it has been the only one return too. Now that I am living over 100 miles away in Placer ...

Worst

This is not good barbeque. The sides were horrible and the atmosphere was depressing. There is much better barbeque up the road in Emeryville. I would never go back. I was hoping...

The BBQ I measure all others by 7/14/2007

I have been going to this BBQ for years! With all of the others available in the East Bay, it has been the only one return too. Now that I am living over 100 miles away in Placer County there are two things I notice. \r 1. When I mention KC BBQ to the owners of the local BBQ shops, (NOT the national chains) they hold KC BBQ in reverence. One owner went as far as to say that KC BBQ is the best on the west coast.\r 2. If I am visiting Berkeley my family demands that I bring 4 or 5 orders home. \r \r The links and the short end ribs are my favorite. Order them as a 2-Way!\r Pros: Wide tables and happy service Cons: My wife loves the potato salad, but me not so much more
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Best Links in the county.... 7/2/2007

This resturant (rib joint) is very unique. The setting is antique photos, radios, stoves, and furniture. The recipe for the links is handed down through the family and is made from fresh meat versus, what I call, the standard ""Hot Dog"" link you get at the other places. I've been eating at this place for over 30 years and I still love it. \r \r Occasionally, you get some links that have been smoked too long and are a little dry but they are still the best. I've eaten at most of the rib places in Berkeley, Oakland & Richmond and I rank this one as the best. Their ribs are smoked and along with their chicken are moist and delicious. Pros: Great links & ribs Cons: Parking is limited more
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I lived in Kansas City and this in not good Barbeque! 9/25/2006

This is not good barbeque. The sides were horrible and the atmosphere was depressing. There is much better barbeque up the road in Emeryville. I would never go back. I was hoping this place would be like the delicious barbeque I use to enjoy when I lived in KCMO. Pros: N/A Cons: Everything about the place more
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Two way 8/22/2006

The sauce has the right amount of spice. The 2 way is the best bet. Friendly atmosphere with great tasting BBQ!!!! more
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Oh my! This is BBQ at it's best 12/27/2005

I had the ribs. They were moist, tender and delicious! The BBQ sauce had a nice kick to it that enhanced the whole eating experience. There were some sides but I was so stuffed with ribs I could find any room for them! The service was outstanding and I loved the oldtime environment. I felt like I was eating in the middle of the 18th century. Pros: Ribs more
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Don't cost alot but HIT THE SPOT 4/28/2005

I went to KC's BBQ last week because it was next to a tire shop on San Pablo Ave in Berkeley, and I had a flat. I love BBQ but I had read the last rating and it did not look to good. Well, THIS BBQ is great. Maybe the guy went on a off day, or something but I loved it. I went back two days ago and it was great again. I have had BBQ all over the country and KC's is now in my top 3 or 4, in the country not just the Bay Area. All I can say is give them a try. Pros: Food, Sauce, People Cons: Small bathrooms, closes early more
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Bad BBQ 11/3/2004

The links were hard and dry, the ribs were burnt on the outside and raw on the inside. This was my worst BBQ experience ever. Not to mention the rude service. I'm waiting until the next time I go to Kansas City before I ever have KC BBQ again!!!! Pros: sauce more
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Spicey Q! 4/10/2004

Stopped by for lunch today and ordered up a 3-way combo platter with 3 pork ribs, links and brisket smothered in a smooth sauce. All the meats were tender and well-smoked. Sauce was tangy and spicy, good but I would have preferred a bit less on my plate. Two small sides of beans/potato salad and some white bread finished off the meal. Quite a bit of food for a bit under $20. Decor is country-style while service was friendly. Seems as if this place has been around a while and has a slew of regulars. A good spot for cue but I still prefer the Back Forty... Pros: Friendly Service more
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best bbq EVER 12/6/2002

tender, succulent meat, SUPERB sauce!! The potato salad tastes homemade!!! more
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Best in the West 11/7/2002

I have been coming to KC's for Almost 20 years, and it has never disappointed me. The quality is always the same, the Q is always good, I can't say more. more
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delious,fabulous 8/30/2002

The barb-Q has never lost it's favor over the past 30 years. That's saying something! It is still the best Q in town. Pros: cozy, inexpensive, friendly Cons: parking, grow, small more
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Great bbq 8/30/2002

Great family restaurent. It's been in the area for many years. more
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jackdogs place to go 8/29/2002

I have been eating at kc's for 29 years and tried all others but kc's tops all with tender meat and taste this is the jackdog love all yalllllllllllll more
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EXTRA EXTRA Best BBQue 8/29/2002

EXTRA - Read all about it! KC Barbecue Meat is Extra-ordinarily tender and tasty. The portions are Extra-ordinarily mored than ample, the price Extra-ordinarily inexpensive, ambiance is Extra-ordinary in its presentation, close knitness, the service is Extra-ordinarily pleasant, friendly, quick and the Peach Cobbler dessert (Homemade) is Extra-ordinarily scrumptious, you will purchase Extra serving. Get the Picture, KC Barbecue is Extra, Extra-ordinarily the Best BBQ , drop on by, you will become and Extra-ordinarily satisfied repeat customer. Bring along Extra friends or groups. Pros: Ample plus portions, Courteous/fast Serv., Multiple menu options Cons: Parking limited more
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Best in the BAY 8/29/2002

The meat is tender, smoked well and the staff is friendly. It's like going to Grandma's house. This is the best food I have ever had, not to mention the delicious (Quelicious) sauce it's to die for!!! Good for casual parties, groups, and treat the staff meals, I have even been there and seen wedding rehersal dinner parties. Pros: Good sauce, Good meat, Great Place more
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They make their own links! 8/29/2002

Ummm good. If you haven't tried KC Barb-Q you don't know what you are missing. The meat falls off of the bone. This is the first que that I've tasted that doesn't have to have sauce! There's a nice smoked flavor throughout the meat. Try their hot barbeque sauce if you dare. more
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Honey you want KC's tonite? 8/28/2002

I hear ""Honey, you want KC's tonite?"", at least once a week!! My husband and I enjoy the sliced beef, links, ribs and of course the chicken. The sauce just gets better and better with time. This is a wonderful family restaurant with great service with a smile. Definitely a spot to check out! more
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Nobody does it better 8/28/2002

Tender, succulent meat. Homemade links. Ribs where the flavorful meat just falls off the bone. Great sauce - try their hot sauce if you dare! Friendly service. Fun atmosphere. When you eat in, check out the antiques from the MidWest throughout the eating area. Pros: Ribs, Links, Sauce Cons: small bathroom, no macaroni salad more
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the best barb-q 8/27/2002

It is the best barb-q I've ever had in along time. more
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life is bbq 8/27/2002

Best place to eat BBQ in the Bay Area. Best prices, best food, best service. Highly Recommend more
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Editorial

  • Smoky ribs, secret sauce and charming farmhouse decor draw carnivores to this Kansas City-style barbecue shop.

  • 6/27/2006 Provided by Citysearch
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  • Hours: Closed Sun.-Mon. 11:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. Tue.-Thur., 11:00 a.m. - midnight Fri.-Sat
  • Payments: Discover, Master Card, Visa, American Express, Diner's Club
  • Neighborhoods: Southwst Berkeley
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