I was introduced to Chef Matt Horn's restaurant while at a charity event in Napa a couple of months back. I knew that very moment that I had to check out a brick and mortar because the BBQ was so dang good that night! I planned for the Lafayette location to be my first, but found myself in Elk Grove this weekend. I was NOT disappointed! I got the Mac n cheese, coleslaw, spare ribs and brisket. Perfectly smoked, perfectly tender, perfectly craveable! The ribs are fall of the bone and the brisket is "no knife needed" tender. The restaurant itself had a nice open foreman and service was quick and friendly. Looking forward to exploring some other options in the future! read more

Horn Barbecue - Barbeque Near Me - Elk Grove, California

Great food, kissed with right amount of smoke. The pork ribs were awesome. So was the Mac & cheese and pit beans. Solid beer line up. Service was friendly and helpful. Lots of space and clean modern decor. Good for big groups or meeting new people. This is my new favorite bbq spot. It is just south of old Elk Grove so super easy to get to from East Sac or Ranch. read more

Horn Barbecue - Pork ribs and sides - Barbeque Near Me - Elk Grove, California

Food has always been delicious. Brisket - 10/10 - fatty is the only way to go. Does sell out quick so get there early . Turkey - 10/10 - I thought I hated turkey, but turns out before Horn I just never had good turkey because I LOVE it now. So moist and delicious. Ribs - 8/10 - not my fave but they are tasty Sides - all have been great. read more

Horn Barbecue - Brisket / turkey / greens / cornbread / Mac and cheese - Barbeque Near Me - Elk Grove, California

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First impressions: This place is big with plenty of seating. I came on a Saturday around 5 p.m., right before the line started forming, so I didn't have to wait long. Service (5/10) The food took a while to get packed, and most of the staff looked like they were just going through the motions. No smiles or energy from three out of four workers. The cashier, who I think was the manager, was the only one who seemed engaged and kept things running smoothly. The experience would be a lot better if the team showed a little more enthusiasm. Food (6.8/10) I went for a half pound of brisket, half pound of pulled pork, cornbread, slaw, and mac and cheese. All for one person. No shame in that. Def a pricey meal but I was able to get 3 meals from to so worth it imo. A lot of the items were not available: hot links, chicken or tri-tip. It would be nice if their social media was active to announce what's available or sold out... may help with the disappointment of not getting what you want. The brisket was tender, juicy, and nicely fatty. Not too salty, which I appreciate. I added some BBQ sauce for a few bites just to change up the flavor. Really solid. The pulled pork was on the drier side, but the BBQ sauce helped. It wasn't hot when I got it, which was a bit disappointing, but not a dealbreaker. The mac and cheese hit the spot. Creamy, cheesy, and fresh out of the pan. Probably my favorite side. The slaw wasn't your typical flavor, but it added some crunch and freshness between bites. The cornbread was good too. Moist enough, though it could've used some butter. A couple of small things: hot sauce isn't set out anywhere, so you have to ask for it, and same with the BBQ sauce. Depending on how busy it is, that can take a minute. Overall: Solid BBQ with great brisket and mac and cheese. Service could be more upbeat, but the food makes up for it. I'd come back if I'm in the area. Definitely better than what I've got back home. read more

Horn Barbecue - I walked away with three meals from all these items... I couldn't finish them. - Barbeque Near Me - Elk Grove, California

Late review: It's great to see Elk Grove finally have its own high-end BBQ spot known for award-winning, slow-smoked meats like brisket and ribs. This place took over the former Low and Slow location, and after hearing good things, we decided to give it a try. We came around 5 PM on a Friday--just before the line started to form--so the timing worked out perfectly. There's plenty of seating both indoors and outdoors, and you order right at the counter. We tried the brisket, smoked gouda link, Granny's potatoes and mac and cheese, potato salad, and banana pudding. The sides were solid and the smoked gouda sausage was flavorful, but the brisket was a bit on the dry side and could've used more flavor. I enjoyed their banana pudding the most, I believe the price was fair and as I expected for the portions. Overall, it was a decent BBQ experience, but it didn't quite stand out for me. The flavors were good but felt similar to other barbecue spots I've tried. read more

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Luckily we came midafternoon on a Wednesday afternoon & it wasn't too too busy. My wife had to have her veggies so she only ordered the cabbage with bacon? & coleslaw which were decent. Loved those pickled onions too! My wife wanted to try the smoked turkey but they didn't have it available that day. Aw which means we will have to return again. The lean lean brisket was tender & delish. The pork ribs were tasty too. We also ordered a half of chicken & that was fall of the bone delicious too. I did notice the guy who was getting our meat didn't ever change his gloves going back & forth from one storage unit to the other. However that's what he was doing getting your meats. This restaurant's ambiance was open & airy. We were served with ice cold water but I'm sure they can get your drinks order once you sit down. Just the flies were such a nuisance that my wife didn't have a chance to use their ladies room bc they wanted our BBQ meat more than us! LOL They did have outside seating that can get toasty in the hot summertime bc no patio cover yet??? Free parking was available. However if you come on the weekends we can see it be very limited. We advise coming during the week! Not sure if we would return again unless my wife wants to. Btw the BBQ chicken was just okay the following day. My wife liked the brisket the best. read more

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Good things come to those who wait... Sometimes you have to wait in line or wait to be seated at restaurants and sometimes it's worth the wait. Horn Barbecue is one of those places. And honestly, on both visits, once on a Saturday for lunch and another for a Friday night dinner, I really didn't wait as long as I have for less stellar meals at other places. From the friendly and helpful staff who provide great service to the outstanding food, it's all worth it. I love every single thing I have tasted, the brisket and the cornbread are probably my top choices, but I recommend going with several people, order everything and share. My photos are from both of my visits. read more

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So glad we found Horn BBQ in Elk Grove! You honestly wouldn't expect a spot like this to be tucked away here--but it's the real deal. If you're into BBQ, give this place a try. You won't regret it. The BBQ is legit--better than most places we've tried, with that perfect smoky flavor and tender meat that melts in your mouth. We were hoping to try the chicken hut, but they were sold out for the day (just another reason to come back!). The sides are also on point--especially the greens, which were oh so delicious. Full of flavor and cooked just right. Everything we had made it clear this place takes their food seriously. Don't sleep on this spot. It's a hidden gem and 100% worth checking out if you're in the area. read more

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Wow! First off this place is in a stunning brick building, with amazing decor, so well done. Large indoor and outdoor seating areas. Huge bar. The ambiance is off the charts. The service is good. You order at the counter and seat yourself. They bus the tables when you are done. The food: Lean brisket- incredible smoke flavor and tender, good to eat alone but the bbq sauce adds another level. Smoked turkey- flavorful and juicy, not dry at all, even the picky toddler enjoyed it! Beef ribs- flavorful and picky toddler loved it. Cole slaw- plain, but in a good way. Very fresh, good side Potatoes salad- excellent! 100% will come back! Bring all your friends! read more

Horn Barbecue - Entrance - Barbeque Near Me - Elk Grove, California

Stopped in at Horn for the first time with my girlfriend, who was meeting up with some co-workers. Before the invite out I hadn't heard of Horn Barbecue, and didn't know it was the new spot, replacing the other barbecue spot that was there for a shot period of time. By the time we arrived which was a little before 6 pm, there was already a sandwich shop sign up front. Noting they were out of smoked turkey, and something else. And when we got to the counter my girlfriend wanted to order the half chicken and she was out of that as well. Which made selecting the meat choice even more difficult, since she didn't really want anything else; but opted for the brisket. We together ordered the following: Meat by the ound: Brisket (1/2 pound) - $19 Burnt ends (1/2 pound) - $17 Sides: Mac & cheese (large) - $9 Collard greens (large) - $9 Corn bread - $3 Drinks: Fountain sodas (x2) Food pros: The bunt end were de-lic-ious and it was our favorite item by far. The brisket was slow cooked to perfection, and you could cut it with a fork, or just easily pull it part with your hands. The mac & cheese was our favorite side. And with the sides, we were originally going to both order a medium size mac & cheese and collard greens. But the staff member helping us pointed out that we'd save $1/on each side if we just shared a large ordered of each. Which saved us $2 overall. Food cons: The greens were too salty. I couldn't put my finger on what the flavor was of them as first, and my girlfriend said she thought it was garlic (garlic salt maybe?). Which was odd to me for a flavor profile of greens, as most greens are seasoned with regular salt and pork or turkey if meat is involved. And as I ate more of the greens I could taste the salt more and more, which become overpowering for me and didn't finish them. The Cornbread while really good, but comes in an extremely small portion for $3. When we were going to order it we expected the pieces to be larger. Or assumed for the size we saw you'd maybe get two pieces, but that wasn't the case. So because of the price we just ordered one slice to share, because we couldn't imagine paying $6 for two of those small slices of bread. Establishment was really nice and spacious and, and have open seating indoors and a small patio area in the back. The main dinning area is on the side of the restaurant where you enter, and there's a nice bar area on the far side. The murals are dope and the decor is nice as well, and there's available Horn "swap" near the front entrance and ordering area. Overall: Definitely a good new Barbecue spot for Elk Grove. Decently priced for most of the items, more lightly salted and the collard greens would've been perfect, and slightly larger portions of Cornbread would be ideal. read more

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Heard a lot about this place coming from Oakland. Right when you come in there's a welcome to horn sign which I thought it was nice. The decor of the restaurant is nice they got the owner history. My husband ordered what he would get when he was in Texas, we got the pulled pork, brisket, smoked Gouda links, southern cabbage , mac & cheese and cornbread. Sadly they don't have spare ribs besides weekends hopefully you guys can somewhat do it on weekdays. They didn't have much sauces only the original and spicy. I would say is the flies was an issues I mean I wouldn't wanna eat more of the bbq because of it. Overall the food was great. My husband said but it's not like Texas but this doesn't mean he didn't enjoy it. Food: 4/5 Service: 4/5 Cleanness : 3/4 for the flies Would I recommend: Yes I would if your in town read more

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Some time ago I bought the Horn BBQ book from Underground Books in Sacramento because I love BBQ. I read it cover to cover. When I heard they would open in Elk Grove, I couldn't believe it. I followed them on Instagram and just waited for them to open. It was all I could talk about, and I told anyone who listened because I love BBQ. They opened, and I was happy for them. I heard of the lines around the building and saw pictures of the smokers and the wood stacks. I saw a lot of good reviews and also some not-so-good ones. A few people I'm close with gave me their opinions, but I wanted to try for myself. I went today, and after eating their BBQ, I was disappointed. Just the facts: Ordered Ribs, Brisket, and one sausage. All meats appeared as if they were from leftovers from the prior day. Ribs (pictured below): I could not taste the pork flavor of the ribs, the smoke, or the meat itself. Brisket (pictured below) was much the same. It barely had a smoke ring, lacked beef flavor, and I couldn't taste the bark. Sausage (pictured below), although the best out of the three meats I ordered, seemed dry, lacked that sausage flavor, and seemed old. When I say no flavor, I mean it lacked that juicy, savory, smoky BBQ flavor that makes you want to take another bite. Aside from knowing the texture of each of the meats, if I were blindfolded, I would not have been able to distinguish which was which, as they all had the same bland flavor. The beef brisket tasted like the pork ribs, which tasted like the sausage. After the tip, this came to about $55. The staff was super friendly, and the restaurant was clean, looked great, and had potential. However, I will not return. I wish them the best in their future BBQ endeavors. read more

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I've come here twice. Once when it first opened and this time, a few months later. Things have improved since the place opened. They still have long lines at different times of the day. You line up to place, receive, and pay for your order. You sit at any open table. They gave me a choice of fatty or lean brisket. I did half and half. The brisket is good. I prefer the fatty brisket. That was very tender, and it was really good. The leaner brisket one was a little on the dry side. I do like their corn bread. It's not bad. It's not warm, just room temp. I think it would have been better, if it was warm. The sausage, I didn't care for, but my husband liked it. We did try the pork ribs, it was okay. Overall, we had a good experience. I would probably come again, but not often. There isn't much BBQ places in Elk Grove. It is on the expensive side for BBQ. read more

Horn Barbecue - Barbeque Near Me - Elk Grove, California

Took the family to visit Horn bbq at 2pm on July 3. It was empty inside, only 1 other table with 2 ladies. Decor was nice, place was spacious and clean. We were greeted right away, ordered our sides and meat. The brisket was tender and juicy, very delicious! The beef rib was seasoned well, the pork belly burnt ends were delightful. I love the pickled onions and pickles that came with the meal. We tried the granny's potato salad and the regular potato salad, as well as the coleslaw and southern cabbage. Everything was great. We just came from Texas last month and the bbq at Horn is better than the ones we had over at Terry Black's. So glad that we have Texas bbq in Elk Grove! read more

Horn Barbecue - Sides - Barbeque Near Me - Elk Grove, California

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Went here after a bunch of my friends told me about it. I went during lunch and the line was to the door so I came back for early dinner. It was less crowded so I only had one person ahead of me. I didn't like that you ordered from their counter so close to the door making a huge line out the door. I wanted to try a lot so I got the brisket, ribs and beef ribs. The brisket was done well. I was disappointed with the beef rib. I thought there wasn't enough meat on the bone. Good flavor. Still searching for a place that does the beef ribs good. Their corn bread was good. I will have to come back and try it again after they have been going for a while. Parking g is a little crazy since they have a apartment complex next door. read more

Horn Barbecue - Large dinning room - Barbeque Near Me - Elk Grove, California

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My sister and her husband recently discovered this local BBQ restaurant near their house. So our family made the short drive to see what they had to offer. My sister and I are not carnivores, but fortunately, this place has a few alternate food options. However, if you are strictly vegan and must be on a gluten free diet, like my sister, this probably isn't the eatery for you. On the other hand, my late fiancée and Yelp companion, Joe K., would have loved this place! The interior is very spacious with multiple group and family style tables. Upon entering, you head to the front ordering counter where the wall menu is posted. As expected, a list of different kinds of meat, chicken, turkey and sausages are offered from their barbecue section. You can also have them as a sandwich. There are also several side dishes to choose from. (But no green salads). My brother in law and my dad shared hot link sausages, spare ribs and chicken, along with Pit beans, Granny's potatoes, and coleslaw. I ordered candied yams, mac & cheese and cornbread. They serve your food on a wax paper lined serving tray. No dinnerware is used here. Everything is eaten on the premises, meaning off your tray, or taken to go in requested containers. Plastic utensils are supplied. A separate cocktail bar is located along one side of the dining area. Our server brought glasses of water and takes orders for drinks. My sister ordered a white wine which arrived in a small glass and was about half full. The wine apparently, was not the best. Don't come here for the wine selection! I would say, that everyone in our party seemed to enjoy their food. My cornbread was dry but still edible. (Maybe because I was just hungry)! This is a nice place to eat and drink at for large parties. I would describe it as having a variety of down home barbecue meals with a touch of class. I also noticed that they have a large patio area with some corn hull games available. They didn't seem to have any protection from the direct sun that I could see though! We will probably return again, especially for the carnivores in the family. (And it seems they already have since my writing of this review)! read more

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Beef rib: Huge, tender, fall-off-the-bone, good flavor Spare ribs: (Charged as tips; yes, we were honest; yes, we were blessed) Tender, good flavor Burnt ends: Good flavor, would have liked them to be a little crispier/more burnt Slaw: Not my favorite but not awful, definitely liked it more with the burnt ends Mac & Cheese: Very good, not too cheesy but not dry, good flavor Potatoes: Definitely my favorite, almost a mixture of au gratin and mashed, excellent flavor and texture Overall: Good food Good service Good atmosphere; loved the vibe! Good location: We parked on the street but there's definitely a bit of parking in the back. The place is pretty big, like a converted warehouse with plenty of seating inside and outside! Cafeteria-style A definite place to go for some good BBQ! Total: $134 minus extra tip CON: Please do something about the flies! I know flies love BBQ too, and there weren't so many that it was gross. There were enough to be annoying and one man left because of them. read more

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First and foremost, this place was delicious right when you first walk in you get in line and you order your food as if you were in elementary school but imagine waiting for food that you actually wanna eat that smells amazing. You start off with sides. Which I got were collard greens beans and Grammy's potatoes but the best side of all no doubt was the cornbread! Get a couple for yourself, It's worth it. After the sides are picked you go onto the meats. We went a little late so they didn't have the pork belly burnt ends, which was all my fault but we ended up getting the tri-tip which was 10 out of 10 and we got some rib tips along with some hot links. Everything was delicious all the way down to the original and spicy barbecue sauce they had on the table plenty of seats for the entire family. If you're craving bbq, try this place out. It's a must! read more

Horn Barbecue - Menu - Barbeque Near Me - Elk Grove, California

One morning while browsing Reddit I came across a post about a new bbq restaurant in Elk Grove. Unlike some of the other bbq restaurants, this one has a tried & true location in Oakland that has rave reviews. Ironically Mother's Day was around the corner, so I figured that it would be a nice treat to my mom. Unfortunately, when we arrived at the restaurant, there was a long line extending outside of the restaurant (fortunate on the business side of things). Although we decided to treat my mom to something else, I bookmarked the restaurant via the Yelp app. To celebrate a huge team accomplishment, some colleagues and I decided to have lunch at Horn on a Friday morning at 11 (right when they open). We walked straight to the counter where we were greeted by a friendly employee who handled "sides" only. Since I was not ordering slides (next time I plan on trying their granny's potatoes and collard greens), I slid over to the station where another friendly employee was handling the meats. I proceeded to place an order for the following: the Brisket sandwich, rib tips, and the smoked gouda link. I was so satisfied by every portion of my order. The best way to describe the taste is that all of my options were prepared so well that I didn't realize that I should have tried the various sauce options available on our table. This serves as a lesson that good bbq shouldn't need to be doused in sauce to be edible. Sauce not being a necessity is also a benefit for folks who have restrictive diets due to a medical condition (e.g. diabetes). I know prices are subjective; but in my opinion, you get a lot of food for a decent price (which is not a norm considering the state of our economy- shrinkflation). I definitely want to continue to support Horn BBQ (I will be back to try their pork belly burnt ends and pulled pork sandwich); especially considering that the owner could have chosen another city to bring his delicious food to, but chose Elk Grove! read more

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We have visited multiple times! We went yesterday and the food was great. I love the cornbread and Mac and cheese sides and the brisket is super tenders and flavorful. They should bring back the granny potatoes. The BBQ sauce needs to be thicker but the meat is so good I don't need it. The service is always cool. I love that I can choose between fatty and lean brisket. I used to order the Gouda Sausage until I learned it's pork casing and I do not eat pork. Our only creator YAHUAH says it's unclean! The ambience is spacious. I love it here! read more

Horn Barbecue - Barbeque Near Me - Elk Grove, California

The restaurant was beautiful but I didn't understand why we couldn't order at the counter and have our food brought to a table. We brought three toddlers with us and had to wait in line for 35 minutes to order. Would be a simpler process if we could just order and get a number. All the sides and bbq are served cafeteria style but we also ordered a chicken sandwich that didn't come out for ~20 minutes after we sat down to eat our food. Chicken sandwich was not good, bun was burnt and the chicken was dry. Bbq food was delicious, sides were OK, cornbread was a little dry, I wish we had some butter. They also only sell canned sodas, it was weird there was no drink counter. I think it's a missed opportunity to not have free refills on Lemonade, tea or soda. I was super excited for this place but I think they can do better. There was no manager or owner presence felt, and the person we interacted with most was a busser. Since it's a new restaurant we were hoping someone on site would want feedback and want to know how things were going. read more

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Took my mother in law here for Mother's Day lunch since she loves pork ribs. This restaurant opened up two weeks ago and knew we had to try this! We got there at 11 and there was a long line already! While waiting in line, we learned this was like cafeteria style where you order what you want and then pay. Tables are first come first served, but not a concern as there's plenty of seating. Everything tasted delicious and the meat falls off the bone. We ordered chicken sandwich, pork ribs, pork belly, beef brisket, macaroni and cheese, potatoes, sweet yam, corn bread, collard greens, and cabbage. We had so much food left over! I wanted to give Ryan, the temporary restaurant manager! He's friendly and extremely knowledgeable! So excited Horn BBQ is now in Elk Grove! I heard they're planning awesome events like line dancing and they have live bands Friday- Sunday evenings! Highly recommend this restaurant when you're craving BBQ! read more

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Very honest review. The wait was a little long for a cafeteria style service. We waited in line about 45 minutes. There was only one person cutting and serving the meat, but if they had 2 people I bet it would be much faster. We ordered a beef rib (nicely smoked and good), brisket (smoked flavor was pretty good but the meat was slightly dry at least my piece), and a half chicken (dry and not as much seasoning as I like) with a side of granny's potatoes (good) and collard greens (as expected). We also had cornbread (textured and maybe a little over cooked for my taste) and banana pudding (yummy). The BBQ sauce was really good. They could probably sell that in bottles and I bet people would buy it. We spent $92 including tax, so a little pricey for two people. The ambiance was nice and casual. They didn't have enough utensils on the table. I had to walk around and ask another table if I could grab some of their utensils because there was no one I could ask. The one thing I couldn't stand was the flies. It was so annoying. Maybe because we were near an entrance but I kept swatting them away even as I ate. It wasn't due to cleanliness because they did try to clean the tables off quickly. It was also a hot day (94) and I heard a few people complain about the heat inside. Maybe they are still working through the kinks of a new opening but there are things they can do better in my opinion. Overall I give the food 3-3/4 stars, the service 3 stars (slow service and didn't replenish utensils), cleanliness about 4 stars. The dining area and bathrooms were clean. They had a singer for dinner entertainment, so that added to the experience, a plus. We drove from Woodland, so we probably wouldn't make an extra effort to drive to Elk Grove just for the BBQ again, unless we were nearby. read more

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I came here for lunch with a coworker as she recently heard of this place. I guess it's only been open for a few weeks. The line was out door and moving slowly which I didn't understand why I until I got inside! They serve food like a cafeteria/buffet style. It was different to say the least. When it was our turn to order, they were out of Mac and Cheese and greens (more were being cooked) so we pre-purchased some and had to watch for when they came out b/c the staff kept forgetting to get our order. Some of the sides were cold due to the setup however, things were seasoned well. The smoked turkey was the best smoked turkey I've had thus far. My least favorite were the sweet potatoes...they needed to be cooked a little longer. IDK if I'll be back but glad to say I got to try it. read more

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Central Texas + Black South = West Coast BBQ!!! I've been following Chef Horn since his Michelin Bib Gourmand in 2022 for the incredible food offerings of his original Horn BBQ location in Oakland, CA. I love Texas style BBQ and nothing in the Sacramento area even comes close....until now. It's all about the "made with LOVE" food and the experience you have, up until that first anticipated bite. You may see some familiar Slow and Low "touches" when dining here, but the Horn experience was outstanding and the food incredible. It will definitely be a very popular place. With a full bar, lots of bar tables, bench tables, standard seating, as well as patio seating available. It will be crowded at times, but don't be discouraged. It's worth the wait. Here's what I had: Brisket - Smoked incredibly well. Moist, trimmed well, excellent bark, just great overall quality Texas Style brisket! Get some now....it's a must try. Just be sure to tell them if you want the flat (lean) or point (fatty). Ribs - These had excellent flavor with a great rub and glaze. MY only issue was that typically, St. Louis style ribs have a little pull to them when biten. These were fall off the bone like babybacks. You may like them like that though. So please order these and form your own opinion, as this was just mine, personally. Turkey - Moist and tender turkey breast. Not buttery like some others. Just plain great turkey breast. Your kids will love it! Half Chicken - OMG this was moist and juicy, even in the breast! Not a hole lot of flavor by itself, but that's what the sauces are for. I would recommend this as the healthier option, because you can't go wrong with it. And you kids will like that too... Hot Link - Very meaty sausage. Great snap, but not hot, just a mild spice to it. Could be a little hotter in my opinion, but that again...is my own personal opinion. So order this too and tell me what you think. Collard Greens - Absolutely loved them! Who doesn't love southern cooked greens? And of course you need some veggies in your diet anyway. I'll order these everytime I come. They appear and tasted fresh, not frozen, with bits of meat and a little heat. Simply Wonderful! Mac and Cheese - I really enjoyed these too! Great flavor and I loved the melty cheese on top, but my friend's didn't have that. The taste was a great mixture of cheeses and well cooked macaroni noodles. So comforting, that you have to try them! Your kids will love these too!! Southern Cabbage - Not my favorite, but still a healthier option to some of the other carby sides available. The reason why I didn't like it though, was because it appeared to be overcooked and slightly mushy in texture. Maybe it was supposed to be like that, but I've had fried cabbage at a another southern restaurant and it was a different experience. Cornbread - This was amazing! Moist in the middle, crispy on top with some sweet heat from the hot honey. You can't go wrong with this BBQ staple and it's worth the asking $3.00 I can't wait to go back and try the Beef Ribs! Horn BBQ is a great, welcome addition to the wonderful food offerings in the Sacramento and surrounding areas, like Elk Grove. Thanks for pulling up, Chef Matt! Simply Wonderful!!! read more

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Well to start let me set the stage with it reminds me of Terry Blacks in Dallas when you get in. Now Having been to Salt Lick as well, know I understand good Que. Very cool looking interior. My husband and I remember the owner having something in a Robb Report to have an experience with him. Wide open space with string lights. Great huge bar area. Really like the decor. We've been in line about 15 minutes and haven't moved more than 3 feet. Food looks and smells good. There are more than a dozen people behind us in line now. Since a new place giving grace. But only three people working the line. Four folks just left, not good. We drove from North Sac so not leaving. There's one young lady standing near the line who I engaged and suggested she should help behind the counter. She said she would if she could. One person cutting meats not good at all!!!! This is new place where is Mr. Horn? Come greet offer water to folks in line... You order drinks at the bar. I left hubby in line and went and got drinks. 82 year old mom sat down for the 30 minutes it took to order food. So $114.00 later, not including drinks and the verdict is in. Let me start with it doesn't have to be salty to be flavorful. The decent/good: Brisket star of the show. Would order that again. beef sausage good flavor, and texture. Casing a little tough. Potato salad decent use red potatoes. Like the cornbread, it's dense with a great honey butter flavor. The people working the floor were wonderful and pleasant. Brisket sandwich mom said was decent. Ribs, love the texture but damn the salt!!!! They looked so beautiful being unwrapped in the foil. Damn I'm disappointed. Coleslaw not flavored. Yams undercooked, Mac and cheese ughhhh. I'm so disappointed I wanted to love this. Serious suggestions: Figure out the ordering system. It's bad. I hate to see how that's going down, making customers leave. Lay-off the salt. As Gordon says did you taste the food before you served it??? Check yams to make sure they are not hard and crunchy... My mom is taking food home to "doctor" because she can't see wasting all that money in this economy. Perspective of a true senior. read more

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OK, so when I heard about a barbecue spot and Elk Grove, I was definitely gonna check it out. But to be fair, I had really low expectations because barbecue is so bad in California let alone Elk Grove. Honestly, I can't trust yelp ratings in Elk Grove because there's so many wack chain restaurants that people are used to eating at. One more thing to keep in mind this was opening weekend. Usually, I don't go to places on opening weekend, but I didn't really know either so that's why I ended up there surprisingly though the line wasn't too bad until after I cut my food and then it was around the corner. It was crazy. That being said they were out of a lot of stuff. I really came for brisket because that's generally how I judge barbecue. Luckily, they had the brisket and I gotta say for reals. It was probably the best brisket I've ever had in California. It was so fat and juicy and it was sliced. Usually I go for chopped brisket because it's usually more fatty that way and you get more juices but even with a straight slice that thing was delicious. I really wanted to try the cornbread and the pork belly, but they were out of those. The mac & cheese was fantastic though my buddy got the good scoop. I only got it OK scoop, but it was still pretty good. They were also out of the collard greens, but that's OK. They had some southern cabbage. That was really good. I wasn't a real big fan of the beans. Very molasses and very sweet. Too sweet for my taste. I also wasn't a big fan of the rib tips. Those are only seven bucks though so I'm not super tripping on that. The mixed drinks looked interesting, but I wasn't really trying to drink that day so whatever but I give them a try Long story long if you're gonna go get the brisket get the mac & cheese. That's all you need and you're gonna have a great time. It's Texas style so basically you just get it on a big tray and just find a seat if you want. They don't do pickles and onions or white bread but solid all the same. read more

Horn Barbecue - Sideways picture of the menu - Barbeque Near Me - Elk Grove, California

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Googled their business hours which said they were open until 9:30. Go there at 8:55 and ordered. Coming from the Bay Area, I was expecting to order a combination plate with a couple different meats and a side or two. Learned you have to order the meat by the pound and the sides as sides. Ordered the ribs and a link. Asked for potatoe salad and baked beans, they were out of potatoe salad. Asked for Mac & cheese instead, they were out. At that point I asked what sides they did have. The guy helping me showed me the cabbage and cornbread and I passed. I got 2 ribs, 1 link and baked beans. The 2 ribs were almost $20, the link was $8.00 and the beans $5. With tax almost $35.00. The food was ok, it was warm not hot. The ribs were tender but had a lot of fat. The link was dry and very spicy. The beans were hot with heat with a lot of syrup or sugar in them, different kind of taste but in a GOOD way. They have a big fully stocked bar with a couple of TVs. Although I ordered my food to go, I decided to eat there. As I sat down, I noticed all other customers had left - so I asked what time they closed and they said 8:00pm, so I left. I will give them another chance and go back not so close to closing! read more

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I love the ambiance here! Nice and spacious inside. You have to order the meat by the 1/2 pound, so keep that in mind. We wanted to try as much as we could and the staff was so helpful. We let them know it was our 1st time and they were so patient! We ordered 1 pound of brisket, 1/2 a chicken, a Gouda sausage and hotlink. We also tried the Mac n cheese, greens, potato salad, beans and cornbread. It was ok. The brisket was dry and needed the bbq sauce. The chicken was good and juicy. The hotlink was extremely hot but with little flavor. The Gouda sausage was by far the best! I could eat those every day! The sides lacked salt and were pretty plain except for the greens! They were seasoned and cooked perfectly with a little bite and not mushy. The cornbread had just come out, so it was fresh and hot. They asked if we wanted a corner or inside, which we appreciated! Overall, it was just ok. I would go back but only for the sausage and greens. read more

Came and had lunch with my fiance. We wanted to try the mac and cheese, but they were already sold out at 12pm. We had a pound of ribs, half pound of brisket, and 2 links. Also had the beans and potato salad and corn bread. Everything tasted great. The Mac and cheese got replaced before we left so the servers gave us a side to make up for being sold out when we got there. Definitely will be back. read more

Horn Barbecue - Barbeque Near Me - Elk Grove, California

Horn BBQ is the real deal! From the moment you walk in, the smoky aroma lets you know you're about to experience something special. The food is absolutely incredible tender brisket that melts in your mouth, juicy ribs with the perfect bark, and sides that taste homemade with real soul. You can tell everything is made with pride and passion. The service was just as impressive friendly, fast, and genuinely welcoming. The staff made sure our table was taken care of from start to finish, and the atmosphere had that perfect mix of laid-back and lively. Great music, good vibes, and amazing food what more could you ask for? If you're anywhere near the area, Horn BBQ is a must-visit. You'll leave full, happy, and already planning your next trip back! read more

Horn Barbecue - Brisket Hot link Ribs Greens Mac and cheese - Barbeque Near Me - Elk Grove, California

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Service was quick, easy and friendly. They move you through the line quickly, so even if there's a long line it goes fast. read more

Horn Barbecue - Barbeque Near Me - Elk Grove, California

This was our first experience. After researching, and reading mixed reviews, I finally pulled the trigger. What you see here is a huge tray of the most incredibly moist beef Dino rib and brisket, it melted. We also got the huge chunky burnt ends, candied pork belly and homemade sausage. Although their serving style was unique, we received quality, friendly, knowledgeable customer service and it was fast. We got there during a sweet spot, like right before the lunch line. So everything was FRESH for the day, huge, and juicy. We got the best of the best pieces. The place was huge, with very high ceilings, open and airy, feels like a nice Texan vibe which adds to the experience! We were on our lunch break and wanted to tear up the food so we took it to go. No regrets! I LOVE LOVE LOVE BBQ, this place is the best in Elk Grove, when on the other side of town like Rancho Cordova, Daddy O's is the go to. read more

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Horn Barbeque Elk Grove Location I want to start by saying that I was really looking forward to having Soul Food, but unfortunately, the meal I received was far from my expectations. I ordered spare ribs, cabbage, macaroni and cheese, and banana pudding for dessert. The meal was delivered promptly on a Wednesday evening. **Barbecue Spare Ribs** The ribs were very dry, lacked flavor, and seemed overcooked. There was no barbecue sauce on them at all, except for what they were cooked in. **Macaroni & Cheese** The macaroni and cheese was just as unseasoned as the ribs. It was also overcooked, with very little flavor despite plenty of cheese. Some of the macaroni was so flat that it was hard to even recognize it as macaroni. It certainly wasn't anything like Mama's macaroni and cheese. **Cabbage** The cabbage was more like steamed cabbage without any seasoning. What frustrated me even more was that most of what I received were the cores of the cabbage, in chunks. There was no meat in it, including bacon. The cabbage had a strange taste, and I couldn't quite identify what it was. **Banana Pudding** Banana pudding is a classic dessert that combines layers of creamy custard, sweet bananas, and vanilla wafers. It's a delightful treat that is easy to make and loved by many. Horn's banana pudding lacked all of the above. The total cost of this meal was $37.70 read more

Horn Barbecue - The cost of such a negative dining experience. - Barbeque Near Me - Elk Grove, California

This was my first visit to Horn Barbecue, and it definitely lived up to the hype. I'd heard it was Black-owned and that the owner is from the Bay Area, so I had to check it out. Horn has taken over the space where Slow & Low BBQ used to be. A spot that didn't last long and honestly wasn't all that memorable. I went with a group of coworkers, and even on a Wednesday at 6 PM, there was a line out the door. That alone told me we were in for something good. I ordered the brisket sandwich, spare ribs, and mac and cheese. Everything was packed with flavor, but the mac and cheese ended up stealing the show. I was so full I had to take the rest home. Next time, I'm making room for their banana pudding. I'll definitely be back. read more

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(4.7/5 if I could) Don't let the mixed reviews stop you from eating here. You want this food. This is the third location for Michelin Guide Horn BBQ, and I'll admit--I wasn't sure what to expect after seeing the low Google rating (I rarely eat anywhere under a 4). I'm so glad I went anyway, because I was absolutely blown away. The brisket was succulent and beyond tender. The braised cabbage is something I'll be trying to recreate at home. The potato salad was stellar, but the true star for me was the cornbread--it was so good I bought an extra slice to take with me. Service was every bit as impressive as the food. I didn't catch their names, but the three FOH staff working Friday, 9/26 were fantastic--warm, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. I'd come back just for them. The atmosphere is "industrial cool" that works both ways: family-friendly during the day but with a bar that gives it date-night vibes, too. Easy parking seals the deal. Horn BBQ Elk Grove is a win. Don't hesitate--go eat here. read more

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Our first visit to this establishment was superb. I ordered pork ribs, a hot link, fried cabbage, and mac n' cheese. My friend got the brisket, smoked gouda link, granny's potatoes, yams, and cornbread. EVERYTHING tasted phenomenal. The brisket melts in your mouth. Our only complaint was that some of our sides were lukewarm. We asked if they could be reheated a little but were told they didn't have microwaves. No big deal, the flavors were still there. I do hope they figure out a new process for ordering the food, because in the summer months, having to stand in line due to a cafeteria style serving approach is not going be sustainable. All in all I would recommend this restaurant to anyone who enjoys great barbecue and service. read more

I've been a longtime fan of Horn Barbecue and was elated to hear they were opening a restaurant in Elk Grove. For the most part, parking is easy to find in their lot or on the street. It's set up the same way the original location was in Oakland other than the addition of the full bar. You order your sides and protein at the counter, and pay when your order has been fulfilled. Renowned pit master Matt Horn and his team have done a fantastic job here. They serve collard greens, cornbread, mac and cheese, pit beans, granny's potato salad, and slaw for their sides. Protein options include brisket (your choice of fatty or lean), pork belly burnt ends, pork spare ribs, hot links, turkey, and beef ribs on the weekend. They also serve burgers, barbecue sandwiches, and chicken sandwiches. They have fountain drinks, iced tea, Kool-Aid, and a full bar. For dessert they have some killer banana pudding. I opted for the fatty brisket, turkey, granny's potatoes, and mac and cheese. Everything was delicious and is served with pickled red onions and pickles if you'd like. I can't wait to try the beef ribs next time I'm in. They sell some Horn Barbecue swag such as hats and t-shirts. I'll definitely be back in soon. Congrats to Matt and company on a job well done. Kudos on the recent Michelin Star; those aren't easy to come by these days! read more

Horn Barbecue - Fatty brisket, turkey, granny's potatoes, mac and cheese. I got a 0.5 pound of brisket and a 0.25 pound of turkey and had leftovers. - Barbeque Near Me - Elk Grove, California

First time trying Horn BBQ in Elk Grove. I came on on a Friday night and boy when I tell you the line was long and only getting longer. The ambiance is nice lots of character within the building. Like I said the line was getting longer and at times it felt cramped. You can't place orders ahead on the phone or online apparently which I can come up with some reasons why they do that but nonetheless you will be waiting in line. In all honesty this place is great if you are starving. I would totally come here with my munchies and watch the game with some friends. The bbq is good I've had better but it's pretty good. Worth to go out your way to check out. What I will say is the collard greens taste extremely salty. It's not over salt it tastes like hbp lol. I usually can tolerate salty food but this could not salty with minimal greens flavor and hint of pepper. Couldn't Finish mine even though I was sharing it both of us couldn't. Other than that everything was good I haven't tried the potato salad yet and I'm looking forward to that. read more

Horn Barbecue - Entrance and line - Barbeque Near Me - Elk Grove, California

This is a really cool place, very open and lively. Their line is pretty long but it was Father's Day that we went, so considering we only had to wait maybe an hour, that was pretty good. We got the brisket, ribs, potato salad, collard greens, and Mac n cheese. ALL of the food was amazing!! The brisket was so tender I couldn't move it from the tray to a plate without it just falling into bite size pieces, it was very juicy and the bbq sauce was really good. But the Mac n cheese and collard greens were very notable, I could eat it every day!! Highly recommend. read more

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