What a gem! We're always on the hunt for good bbq in the Bay Area and Capelo's hit the spot! Everyone was so friendly from the moment we walked in - when hearing it was our first time, the guy taking our order kindly walked us through the menu and gave us recs! What I loved the most was the outdoor set-up. We came at lunch but totally could see how it's a vibe on a nice night - big screen tv, lights, good food and drinks. We were also with our kids so appreciated how family friendly it felt. The food... I usually hesitate to get chicken and we ordered the white meat but it was so tender and flavorful. I loved how the brisket came with different cuts so we got a taste of the lean and fatty pieces. The ribs were so tender and perfectly smoked. The corn muffins are a must get - a little on the sweet side and so moist. The star of the show though was their habanero bbq sauce! Like literally the best bbq sauce I've ever had - I want to put it on everything!!! read more

Capelo's Barbecue - Three 3 Meat Plate (Smoked Chicken, Beef Brisket, Pork Ribs) and (Mac N Cheese, Creamy Cole Slaw) + Corn Muffins - Barbeque Near Me - Redwood City, California

My cousin raves about this place all of the time. It's been his go-to spot for a long time. The person taking my order was very nice and answered all of my questions. It was pretty crowded as the USA vs Australia World Cup match was on. Although they were super busy, the service from start to finish was wonderful! Service Grade: A I went with the 3 meat plate that comes with 2 sides. I ordered the pork ribs, brisket, and hot links for the meats. I asked for brussel sprouts and creamed corn as my sides. Overall, the food was all very tasty. The meats could have been a much warmer temperature. I felt like it was not just pulled out of the smoker. This could have been the time of day I was there so I will give them another chance. The creamed corn was my favorite. It was piping hot even after 10 minutes and had a great creaminess to it. The brisket and hot links were my two favorite meats. Grade: B+ I tried all four sauces. My favorite blend was the Diablo sauce mixed with the Sweet sauce. Grade: A Although I did not try the dessert, all of the options looked fantastic. For the Peninsula, Capelo's is a solid choice for barbecue.I will definitely be back for more. My cousin said there is a beef rib on weekends. (That is definitely my joint!) read more

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My boyfriend had been wanting to check out this barbecue spot for some time now, and I'm so glad we finally did! Even though I live in town, it was a new discovery for me. He went for the brisket with a side of mac and cheese, while I opted for the ribs and creamed corn. Everything was delicious, and as a bonus, we got complimentary cornbread since it was our first visit. The staff were all super friendly, which made the experience even better. The atmosphere here is really cool. It's an open-air restaurant with fans to keep things comfortable, plus an open bar. They have this amazing sauce station with a bunch of options, from honey mustard and spicy BBQ to sweeter choices, along with pickles and jalapeños. We grabbed some beers from the tap. I stuck with my usual lagers. There are huge TVs both outside and by the bar, making it a great spot to catch a game or just relax. The only slight hiccup was that we arrived a bit late, around 7 PM on a Thursday, with closing at 8 PM. One staff member was cleaning up near our table and seemed a little eager for us to leave, making some noise while we were finishing up. We were already getting ready to go, so it was just a minor thing. But honestly, that was the only downside; everyone else was lovely. We both got the barbecue bowls, which include one meat and one side, and two of them came to $38. They call them "small," but we found the portions to be really generous! Overall, it's a super relaxed place with a chill, slightly dive-y feel, perfect for unwinding and maybe even catching some sun. The creamed corn was the best thing on the menu and we would absolutely come back just for that! read more

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Texan BBQ at its best!! All the meats were 10/10 - taste and quality!! Corn bread 10/10 - prefect!! Mac and cheese -9/10 - had better Coleslaw -8/10 Ambience was nice, just our table was wobbly and hard to manage read more

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Look I've had a ton of barbecue and nothing can top Terry Blacks in Dallas. But in the Bay Area? Capelo's is my new GOAT. They got a super tender smokey brisket which can be ordered by the pound or you can order a plate combo. I got the 1 meat and 2 sides combo with mac n cheese and creamed corn on the side. Good portions on meat and sides, in addition to 3 types of bbq sauce. They got a nice outdoor seating area with picnic tables and a country vibe. Staff are friendly and the restaurant has a lot of energy on game nights. When I get the craving for barbecue again, I'll be back! read more

Capelo's Barbecue - Beef Brisket - Barbeque Near Me - Redwood City, California

The Dino ribs are Amazing!! Packed with flavor, tender &j juicy. Did I mention extremely flavorful!!! Best beef rib I've had. Aunt chattered for Mother's Day since I don't eat pork. Had to double back!! They are only served on the weekends. Make sure you preorder!! I'm not sure about the rest of the food there because the ribs were so delicious I didn't even want to try anything else. They are around 36 for one but I grabbed 3 for 95. Service is good, wife said the cornbread was really good as well read more

Capelo's Barbecue - Already devoured 1 and a half. Dino ribs - Barbeque Near Me - Redwood City, California

Capelo's Barbecue gets around the bay, and it is quite a delicious, clean, and consistent barbecue from a Central Texan native! The prices are very reasonable for the meats, and they have a variety of limitless sauces you can grab. The only negative is that the sides can be better, but that's fine - totally into going pure meat for them! We typically get the 3 meat plates because it's a great value and can feed two. I sometimes can even share one with my parents. All their meats taste equally good. Our favorites are the beef brisket and pork ribs, but their pulled pork and smoked chicken are very moist, tender, and flavorful as well. We sometimes get a hot link on the side, as it's smooth with a good snap and spice. You can request it to be sliced. The grilled chicken breasts are not as tender as the other meats, but still has a good barbecue flavor - I imagine you'd get this if you need to eat lean. For sides, the mac & cheese, baked beans, and corn muffin are our favorites. The mac has a chunky and thick Velveeta-like coating, the beans have a strongly sweet and smoky robust flavor, and the corn muffin has a soft texture. The slaws are more vinegary, and the other sides are something you'd expect from your local grocer's prepared food section. Another thing that Capelo's Barbecue does well are the sauces - they have four types that escalate in heat. They all have very different flavor profiles and are on the sweet and tangy side, but I like them all. Their spiciest sauce is not that bad and does have some natural sweetness, but you should have water ready anyways because it's the spice that slowly grows on your tongue. The employees are extremely nice and efficient, both from the food truck and brick and mortar in Redwood City. One day when we came in for a pickup order, they were celebrating an employee's birthday and offered everyone a slice of cake! I wouldn't be surprised if I went to the South and had better BBQ, but we're in Northern California so I'll note Capelo's as amongst the best I've had in the bay (I've tried a lot of them). It seems they sporadically have live music at their dine-in location (which closes late for a barbecue place), so I hope to join them sometime in the summer for that! Their schedule is posted on their website, and they also have both indoor and outdoor seating, and a beer garden. Parking is not that bad, since they're away from downtown and have their own small lot. Their food truck roams around the entire bay, but I especially love partaking when they go to my local Off the Grid. read more

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Carpelo's BBQ is a solid 3 stars. Overall, everything was decent, but nothing really stood out or wowed me. We ordered a mix of meats and sides. The ribs were a bit of a letdown--they were too burnt in some areas and had quite a few overly fatty parts. The brisket was okay, but on the dry side and slightly hard, which took away from what you'd hope would be the highlight of a BBQ spot. For sides, we tried the mashed potatoes, mac and cheese, and coleslaw. Unfortunately, none of them really stood out--they all felt pretty average, almost like something you'd get in a cafeteria rather than a specialty BBQ restaurant. One thing I did enjoy was the free pickled onions--they were a nice touch, and I personally love pickled onions, so that was a win for me. The staff was really friendly and welcoming, which definitely added to the experience. There was also a live singer while we were there, and that created a really nice, relaxed vibe. Overall, it's a solid spot if you're in the area, but not somewhere I'd go out of my way to visit again. read more

Capelo's Barbecue - Barbeque Near Me - Redwood City, California

I cant believe I never realized this gem was here! Cool art, live music, great seating, and ofcourse, the best food. We tried grilled chicken tacos, hot link sandwhich, mac, slaw, and corn muffins. I was tempted to try the peach cobbler cheesecake but will save that for next time. They were out of brisket so I look forward to getting to try that next visit! Its a great atmosphere and you can come in friend groups, with your family, date night, it all goes! read more

Capelo's Barbecue - Barbeque Near Me - Redwood City, California

The BBQ was delicious! Two of us shared the 3 meat plate with two sides, and it was more than enough for us. I am always skeptical of brisket, Smoking Woods set a high bar for great brisket, but this brisket was tender and tasted great. The burnt ends!! They added some ends and i couldn't get enough of them. The perfect meat to fat ratio- soooo good! The ribs were good, but I couldn't taste much of the que on the ribs. Again, Smoking Woods has set a high bar! The peanut slaw was so tasty. I wanted to get it and the ends as a takeaway after we were done! Don't sleep on the pickled sides either- pickles, jalapeños and onions. Great addition to the meal Great atmosphere, music was on point, and the team was super hospitable. I travel for food, and would definitely visit over and over again. read more

Capelo's Barbecue - 3 meat with peanut slaw and Mac and cheese. Mac and cheese was meh, if I'm being honest. But that corn muffin was on point. - Barbeque Near Me - Redwood City, California

Definitely must try for bbq lovers! Located in the industrial area. They have a nice outdoor seating. Bar area has couple tvs. That leads to open space to another outdoor area with tables and chairs. Staff were attentive and helpful. The brisket was for me and man I could have kept eating but had to stop myself. It was nice, tender and juicy My man loved both the ribs and brisket! Already told family members about going here next time with them & they can't wait to try! read more

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I probably owe one of my favorite places in the bay a good review after eating their BBQ for this long. Many years ago, I was a new transplant from Houston and discovered their food truck at a long-dead Off the Grid event, and now they have their excellent beer garden a couple blocks off the beaten path in Redwood City. The brisket is definitely the star attraction for me, but their other meats are also excellent, and I like the fried brussels sprouts they've added to the menu recently. The bar in the back has a good spread of beers to wash it down, the TVs and live music provide the entertainment, and it's all served by a friendly crew. It's like going to a party at a friend's house who's obsessive about Texas BBQ, and I hope I'll keep getting invited back. read more

Out of all the BBQ I've tried in the Bay Area, Capelo's has the best meat by a long shot and very nice service. Wish they had better sides though. Brisket sandwich 5/5 well balanced, not as heavy Brisket - best in Bay Area 5/5, they give both fatty and leaner cuts Ribs - very tender 5/5 Mac - 3.5/5 I thought it was just okay, but the rest of my table really enjoyed it Potato salad - 2/5 everyone sampled it then didn't touch it again Corn muffins - 4/5 Kansas City sauce (sweet and tangy) was my favorite, but I know I like sweet and tangy sauces. South Carolina (sweet) was a pleasant surprise. Mild spicy was good, but friend said very spicy tasted off. Make sure to get extra sauce for yourself! Love that they have a food truck that goes to various off the grids and rodeos read more

Excellent taste of Texas BBQ. We came on a Saturday in August near dinner time. The food was so good that I forgot to post in Yelp. Parking was difficult as their small lot was full. There was outside street parking around the restaurant, warehouse and train area. But go early before those spaces are gone! Other than that this reminded me of my time in Austin, Texas. And I can see the Texas influence here. Redwood City perfect to be that Texas outdoor eating as the warm summer heat warms you with live music . Or you can eat in at the small inside area by the bar. My friends got 2 meat combo with 2 sides. I decided to splurge to get a beef rib that was pretty pricy, but they were sold out and instead they replaced it with pork ribs! Wow! That's a lot! All the different sides we got were all good we agreed on. I said although the meat is tender, it just can't beat the cattle down in Texas where the meat will fall of the bone like magic. Texas got their longhorn cattle for a reason and yummy they are! Moo! moo! Overall it's an excellent experience and I would love to go back. I believe my first experience with Capelo was a black food truck in one of the events in San Francisco maybe it was Presidio tops? Other than that they are yummy good . Two thumbs up! I had to get takeout box to bring rest home for dinner number 2. lol Yummy in my tummy! Yes I would need to come back earlier to get the beef rib eventhough it's expensive, but I want to relive my Texas trip. I love Texas food and miss it! if you know any other Texas or Texas Mex in San Francisco Bay Area let me know. read more

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YUMMY!! Honestly for me the one meat plate was more than enough. I got the brisket, mac n cheese, and their fried Brussel sprouts, will be back! read more

Capelo's Barbecue - Brisket, Mac N Cheese, fried brussel sprouts - Barbeque Near Me - Redwood City, California

Note, we did order for delivery so maybe it would have been better eaten there. Out of everything pictured, we enjoyed the corn bread, vegetables, potato salad, brisket, ribs and hot links. The brisket had a very good consistency and was tender. We did not like the two BBQ sauces that were given. The Mac & cheese had a weird taste to it. The chicken was a bit dry. The pulled pork was also dry. read more

Capelo's Barbecue - Barbeque Near Me - Redwood City, California

I would say this is easily one of the top three barbecue spots in the Bay Area. I got their three-meat combo: ribs, cheddar jalapeño sausage, and brisket, with cream of corn and mac & cheese on the side. The ribs were super flavorful, tender, and fell right off the bone. The sausage was really good--great flavor, not too spicy, just a nice little kick. The brisket was super tender, fatty, and packed with flavor. The mac & cheese was amazing: super cheesy, thick, creamy, and full of flavor. The cream of corn was solid--not a ton of flavor, but still a good side. I definitely want to come back and try the beef ribs, which I've heard sells out really fast. I tried to get them this time but they were already gone, so you definitely need to go early if you want those. One thing I really like about this place is there an all-you-can-eat pickles and pickled red onions. They also have homemade barbecue sauces that are really good--the spicy one and the sweet one are my favorites. Overall, I'd highly recommend this place for the flavor, quality, and tenderness of the meats. The only downside is the portion sizes are on the smaller side, but the prices are okay. Ambiance is nice, mostly outdoor seating, and I think on weekends they have a band that plays, which is a cool touch. Service was good and everyone was nice, but parking is limited and the area isn't the greatest. read more

Capelo's Barbecue - Barbeque Near Me - Redwood City, California

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I had some friends absolutely RAVE about Capelo's, and I've somehow never heard of it before then! So I knew I had to go check it out. I got the 2 meat plate with brisket and sausage, and sides of Mac n cheese and beans. My favorites were the sausage and the Mac n cheese. The sausage was very unique--absolutely loaded with cheese which made it really good. It was however very greasy and heavy, so if you don't like that I wouldn't recommend it. But it was great to me. The mac n cheese was very gooey and tasty as well. The beans were good. The brisket was just okay in my opinion, nothing to really write home about personally. A bit dry. I also got a slice of the peach cobbler cheesecake which was delicious as well. Loved the graham cracker crust, and the cheesecake was very rich without being overly heavy. We went on a Sunday and they had plenty of TV's playing football, which make it a great spot to watch games as well. All in all, some of the best barbecue I've had in the Bay though, so I would definitely come back. read more

Capelo's Barbecue - Peach Cobbler Cheesecake - Barbeque Near Me - Redwood City, California

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The service was great. I came when they opened so the food was hot and fresh. I ordered a two meat plate with brisket, smoked chicken (dark meat), mac n cheese, kale salad, corned bread muffin, and brussel sprouts. The brisket was tender, chicken juicy, the sides tasty. The cornbread needed butter but I toasted it up at home and it hit the spot. It was a lot of food so I took half home. I ordered banana pudding to go. It wasn't bad but $11 is kinda a lot. read more

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In a case of wishful thinking, I brought my Dad to Capelo's Barbeque for one of their fantastic Beef Ribs. Sigh. Reading the specials board, no Beef Ribs. Somehow, I thought they were available on Fridays and Saturdays but unfortunately, it's only Saturdays and Sundays. So, I pivoted and switched to a pound of Smoked Brisket (Juicy), along with a Slab or Pork Ribs, and containers of Cilantro Peanut Slaw and Creamed Corn. Paid for our order, got our Table Top order number and went to get our drinks, set-ups, BBQ sauces and pickled onions and pickles. We chose a table and got the Beast settled. That's one of the things we love about Capelo's, the outdoor dining is perfect for well-mannered dogs. Soon, our food was delivered to our table. Time to feast! Smoked Brisket - 5 - Not chopped, not sliced, but cubed. Well, there were three small slices but everything else was cubed, juicy and delicious. I might occasionally take a drop or two of BBQ sauce but the meat is always good enough to eat by itself. Pork Ribs - 5 - Individually sliced for your dining convenience. Also tender and tasty. Cilantro Peanut Slaw -5 - one of my wife's favorite salads from any BBQ restaurant. Creamed Corn - 5 - Crack! Addictive and ridiculously yummy! Service is always excellent from the order taker to the person who delivers your food to the table to the guy who went to each table to make sure that everyone was enjoying their food. Consistently great! read more

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This was my favorite place 3 years ago. Now I've never had worse. I was just there yesterday. I got the ribs and chicken with mac & cheese. The mac&cheese was ok. The ribs and chicken were tasteless and dry as a napkin. And it's now so close to $40 it's the final insult. When I complained about it, which happens maybe twice a half century, I was surprised when they asked me if I wanted anything else, "My money back" didn't jump to mind until I'd walked away. I hope they enjoy that $35 because it's the last money there ever going to see from me. read more

Nashville, Austin, Charleston, Savannah, New Orleans, etc. Your boy has done some traveling in the South and tasted the local fairs. This place is top 3 bbq all time. I'd put this up there with Martin's in Nashville and Franklins in Austin. That's rarified air. Definitely on my Rushmore of bbq. You must get the brisket, beans and banana pudding. If you're going for another protein the sausage with jalapeño is my go to. The Mac n Cheese, Coleslaw, Cornbread and bbq Chicken not as good in my opinion so I stick to the order above when visiting. Wife usually opps for the brisket tacos which are also very delicious and worth a try. Highly encourage you to give this place a try it doesn't disappoint. read more

Capelo's Barbecue - Aftermath - Barbeque Near Me - Redwood City, California

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The dino ribs (3 bones) $94 were fall of the bone type. We didn't need a knife. The pieces with the fat adjacent to it tasted the best. There were four types of BBQ sauce to chose from. The flavor of the dino ribs was plain without the sauces. To mix things up, we also got the family pack $103.50 with the three sides. You get 1/2 a rack of pork ribs, a sausage and some brisket. The sides seem small when you compare it to a certain Armadillo BBQ restaurant's family pack near Foster City. But that restaurant doesn't have beef ribs on the weekends like Capelo's. Capelo's doesn't have garlic fries. Regardless, good meal. We had two adults and two teens and had enough food for one more adult in which we took to-go. Good job everyone at Capelo's. Love the people that work here. read more

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Capelos Barbecue was our second time coming back, and it was a bit of a mixed experience. Some things really stood out, while others left us wanting a little more. The hot link sausages were fantastic with great flavor and snap. The brisket had a beautiful smoke ring and solid bark, but the meat itself felt a little under seasoned and needed a dip in the sauce to really bring it to life. The mac and cheese and creamed corn were decent but could have used a touch more salt. The ribs were better than the brisket and had more flavor on their own, and even better with sauce. They offer both indoor and outdoor seating, plus beer and wine which makes it a great casual hangout spot. The decor is also a highlight. Being able to see the smokers through the wood stack wall is awesome and adds to the whole barbecue experience. Capelos has the foundation of solid barbecue, and with a little more seasoning it could really shine where smoke, space, and good vibes come together. read more

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This place was great! I have had nbq in Austin and this was pretty close to it. The brisket sandwich was great. The Mac & Cheese was okay but I prefer the potato salad my husband got. Fast, friendly service. Good vibe and a nice place to sit outside with some friends on a nice day. There is also inside seating too. We will definitely be back. read more

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Great dinner experience the other night! We got a 1/2lb of brisket, 1/2 rack of pork ribs, 1/4lb of jalapeno cheddar sausage, some mac & cheese and cornbread. The food came out instantly and I noticed that we received pulled pork instead of the ribs, so I headed back inside to let them know. One of the nice kitchen guys told me to keep what I got, and within minutes I got my 1/2 rack of ribs along with some extra ribs as a reward for the mix up. It was a really nice gesture that was appreciated. All the meats were fantastic and I found the brisket to be more enjoyable than my first visit. I definitely feel that Capelo's has the best BBQ in the Peninsula and look forward to returning. read more

Top Tier! We're visiting from SoCal and my hubs wanted BBQ, this place came up. They offered a great outdoor seating patio that was clean and spacious which is good because we have a pup. The reviews were great so we decided to give it a try. The food is amazing, my brisket was tender and went perfect with all of their bbq especially the spicy one! My hubs LOVED their sausage and ribs. The best part about this place is the service, all of the workers were so nice, not just to me but to my puppy, offering her a little bit of chicken. I was able to pair my bbq with a hard cider from all of their beer and cider options. Such perfect dinner! Thanks read more

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My bf and I have been here multiple times, but have never left a review, so I thought it was finally time to leave one! When you first enter Capelo's, you order at the cash register, get your number, then sit wherever you want. There is always ample space. There's a bbq sauce bar with 4 different sauces. You can also get pickles and pickled onions and jalapeños there. Our go-to proteins are brisket and ribs! Both are delicious most of the time. Occasionally, the brisket would be a bit dry, but the bbq sauce helps. Overall, brisket flavor and smoke rings are always 5/5. For the ribs, I've had it at times where the meat is super tender and fall off the bone, but other times it's hard to eat it off the bone so I would give 4/5 for the ribs. Again, flavors are always on point. Our favorite sides are the beans, peanut slaw, and the mac and cheese. Literally cannot go wrong with any of those. All sides are fresh and tasty. I probably would have given Capelo's a 5/5 if they were more consistent, but it is still one of our go-to places for Texas BBQ due to flavor, service, and ambiance. read more

Capelo's Barbecue - Brisket with Baked Beans and Cilantro Peanut Slaw - Barbeque Near Me - Redwood City, California

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This place is a team favorite. We love the affordable 2 and 3 meat plates with sides. Service is fast and friendly. It's an order at the counter and seat yourself situation. There is a parking lot attached but it can get pretty full around lunch on Fridays and weekends. We also really enjoy their desserts. Particularly their peach cobbler cheesecake and banana pudding. There is a nice indoor/outdoor bar that has many varieties of beer on tap and in bottles and cans. There is even live music sometimes. I've been to Austin many times and have dined at Terry Blacks and Franklins BBQ (x3) and I can tell you this place delivers. I have yet to try their beef ribs which are only available on weekends and sells out quick! Great choice for families with small children and pets. Don't let the location fool you. This place is such a Peninsula gem! read more

Capelo's Barbecue - Pork Ribs, pulled pork, Beef Brisket, Creamed Corn Creamy Cole Slaw, Mac N Cheese, Potato Salad, Corn Muffin Cilantro,Peanut Slaw - Barbeque Near Me - Redwood City, California

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Food is fire! The grilled chicken and the beef brisket are my go to. I get in line for it at the foster city off the grid every time I'm there. Their cornbread and mac and cheese is so good! A must! read more

Capelo's Barbecue - Barbeque Near Me - Redwood City, California

So Capelo's BBQ has been on our radar for some time. We frequent the nearby Costco but they always seem closed when we are int he area. However a mandatory class nearby gave us the opportunity and we stopped by. I have been fortunate to eat some great BBQ over my lifetime. and Capelo's was good but had a few areas that were a miss. Good enough for 4 stars in our book (a few errant sides) kept the 5 away NO TACOS!!!! the day we were there, WTH... but I digress Brisket Sandwich. The sandwich was good. Lots of brisket with pickles and onions. The spicy sauce had enough heat and the brisket was tasty but I wanted more crust. The bun made a valiant effort but succumbed about 2/3rds if the way through. BBQ Chicken Plate: large piece of chicken that was nicely smoked. Moist on the inside and quite tasty. The creamed corn side was not great. The cream was kind of pasty and corn was bland. This lacked flavor in a big way. Slaw was also under seasoned and kind of just there. The Sauces: 3 kinds and each were really good. Well flavored and a nice consistency. Pickles: The house made pickles and pickled onions were available in a self serve kind of deal. It was nice to be able to get as many as I wanted (I am a fiend for all things pickled) The bar had a good selection of drafts (lacking a pilsner however) and plenty of canned offerings as well. The staff was friendly and the place clean. They do have a limited lot that looks like it would fill quick when they ave live music and street parking is available. In terms of my ongoing BBQ rankings Capelo's slots in at number 6 tying Mighty Quinn's in NYC. We will be back!!!!!!! 1 - Moo's Craft BBQ - Los Angeles, CA 2- 4505 Burgers & BBQ - San Francisco, CA 3 - Salinas City BBQ - Salinas, CA 4 - Chicken In A Barrel - Kapaa, HI 5 - Kinder's Meats Deli BBQ - Walnut Creek, CA 6 - Mighty Quinn's Barbeque - West Village, NY 6 - Capelo's BBQ, Redwood City, California 8 - Armadillo Willy's BBQ, Los Altos, CA RIP Texas Smokehouse BBQ - San Jose, CA Horn BBQ - Oakland, CA read more

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My husband specifically requested for BBQ for Father's Day so he'd sent me the Yelp link to Capelo's. I went first thing in the morning before it was crowded with eager patrons and took an order of ribs, brisket and a few sides back home to celebrate the 'fathers'. We all enjoyed our meals. We could taste the quality in each dish and service was phenomenal (eventhough I picked up my order). We would definitely go back. read more

Capelo's Barbecue - Barbeque Near Me - Redwood City, California

Came here for 4th of July and I must say, the food was BOMB!! We ordered online ahead of time so we just had to pick it up across the street in their food truck. Definitely recommend if you're planning to go on a holiday so that way you don't have to wait in line! (+1 for me on convenience!) We had Beef brisket, pork ribs, smoked sausages, grilled chicken, Mac n cheese, corn bread, Cole slaw, creamed corn. Honestly everything was amazing! The workers came by to check on us. Definitely will be back for some more! read more

Capelo's Barbecue - Barbeque Near Me - Redwood City, California

The food was expensive and in small portions. Had the brisket, ribs, and tacos. Disappointing all around the food was dry and flavorless although the slaw with the tacos was good enough, didn't even finish the meal. Use to recommend them, when they just had Food Trucks. Service was good, the place was well kept. But if your looking for good BBQ go to Smoking Pig read more

After hearing the hype about Capelo's, I had to check it out for myself. I saw that they were ranked top 35 BBQ spots in the US, so obviously I made the short drive to taste this top 35 BBQ in America. There were high expectations and unfortunately the food fell short. Entering the restaurant, you get to order at the front and then proceed to pick up your food. It was a nice laid back experience which did resemble a more Texan BBQ. There was also nice open seating at the back as well as indoor seating. I ordered the 2 Meat Combo Plate and got the Jalapeño Cheese Sausage and the Brisket for my meats and the Creamed Corn and Mac N Cheese for my 2 sides. The sausages were delicious! Nice pop and slight hint of spice that paired really well the the wide variety of BBQ sauces they have to offer (Wide range of BBQ sauces ranging in sweetness and spice). The brisket was okay. Definitely NOT top 35 BBQ spots in the US. It lacked a certain level of tenderness and smokiness I have come to expect from a good brisket. The sides were less than flavorful. To start, the Mac n cheese was not creamy and seemed liked it was microwaved. It also had a funky taste to it that caught me offgaurd. It was simply very one dimensional and would not recommend. The creamed corn was also bland and very watery. read more

Capelo's Barbecue - 2 Meat Combo Plate - Barbeque Near Me - Redwood City, California

Second time coming here for dinner in the past 3months and by 6pm they already out of food (ribs/brisket). What bbq joint runs out of food before dinner starts? Since its the second time I waist my time coming here only to have to leave, it seems to me this is the norm for them. 'We're only good for lunch and don't bother coming here for dinner'. I'm sure the food must be good, if you're the lucky one to get some. read more

We visited with friends and ordered the $100 meat plate, which offered a nice variety of everything. The portion size was huge and could easily feed 4 to 6 people. Regarding the food itself, the meats were good, especially for those who enjoy a distinct barbecue smoke flavor. read more

Capelo's Barbecue - Barbeque Near Me - Redwood City, California

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It was the first time that my friend and I ate at Capelo's and we really enjoyed the vibe! Good sizes parking lot with plenty of seating options inside and outside. My friend and I actually split a 2-meat meal - I enjoyed the smoked chicken and she enjoyed her brisket. As expected, the bbq really shined! We also enjoyed trying the different sauces and pickles too. The cornbread muffins were delicious! Cole slaw was ok and the brussels sprouts were a good option to get some veggies in to balance the meal. Service was friendly and attentive from the cashier to the server. It felt like the people who work there really enjoy being part of the restaurant and care about their customers. Will definitely keep on my list and bring others to join me. Or maybe I will stop by just for one of those cornbread muffins sometime... read more

Capelo's Barbecue - Smoked Chicken Creamy Cole Slaw Corn Muffin 2 Meat Plate Beef Brisket Brussels sprouts - Barbeque Near Me - Redwood City, California

My friend and I ordered from Capelo's food truck at Off the Grid's Fort Mason Night Market in SF this past Friday. We got the 3-meat plate with beef brisket, pork ribs, and BBQ smoked chicken. First -- that line was hella long. We waited about 30 minutes (not including the wait after for the food), but it was fun since I had my friend to talk to. The layout of the menu and pricing were quite clear, so it was easy to decide what we wanted while we waited in line. Also, no dedicated seating area for the truck (night market!). The meats: beef brisket and pork ribs were an extra $2 each on the meat plate. The beef brisket was my favorite -- super smoky and so tender, almost melt-in-your-mouth, but not mushy. Just the perfect texture. Honestly, I wish it had a little more salt to add another layer of flavor besides just meat and smoke, but I still enjoyed the heck out of that brisket. The pork ribs were solid -- not the most amazing ribs I've ever had, but good flavor and texture. They weren't fall-off-the-bone tender, but they had a satisfying chew. I had to put some effort into tearin' the flesh from the bone with my teeth (as you do with ribs), and I liked that. The BBQ smoked chicken? Honestly, nothing special. It was a good, neutral option compared to the brisket and ribs, but the main flavor I picked up was black pepper. Solid chicken breast, but nothing memorable. Even the skin was meh. For the sides, we chose the baked beans and mac and cheese. The baked beans were wonderfully sweet and savory -- they paired perfectly with the BBQ. The mac and cheese was good and worked well with everything, but it wasn't particularly special on its own. Altogether, I think we paid around $32 for the plate. If I hadn't been splitting it with another person, honestly, I don't know if it would've been worth it -- but it was good in the moment. Quite tasty overall. read more

Capelo's Barbecue - 3 Meat Plate (beef brisket, pork ribs, and BBQ smoked chicken) - Barbeque Near Me - Redwood City, California

I would have liked to comment to the owners of Capelo's but they offer no email address on the website except for catering. We've been doing a weekend dinner at Capelo's about once a month for maybe a year now. It's pretty pricey, but the food has always been good. Until this weekend. The brisket was very dry. Of course the BBQ sauce helps but I'd rather eat brisket that doesn't need sauce to be tolerable. The Mac & Cheese was the same way. Dry and all clumped together. It tasted like it was made a few days ago and reheated. When I think of Mac & Cheese I think creamy and cheesy, not dried out. Honestly, I wouldn't have served either product. This place is too expensive to chance quality control that failed. We may try again, but it won't be soon. We need time to forget this meal. read more