The food was absolutely amazing, and the communication throughout the entire process was wonderful. I hired them to cater my pregnancy announcement party, and it was a huge hit with all our guests! What really stood out was their exceptional service - they delivered everything to my house and handled the complete setup, making the whole experience stress-free. I highly recommend them for any special occasion! read more

Was in the area, why not? The smoked bacon was ethereal. Bun was light & soft. It felt funny putting bbq sauce on a breakfast sandwich but it made perfect sense. The potatoes needed some salt & pepper. They were a lil flat. The chimichurri drizzle was a nice touch. They were cooked perfectly, but lacked seasoning. Customer Svc. is always great. Best BBQ in town!!! read more

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I wanted to be excited about this place. From the reviews I heard many great things. Plus Oakland doesn't have alot of good barbecue joints. So after driving by a million times, we finally decided to stop one morning. They're located inside the liquor store & have their own little parking lot... We ordered the brisket breakfast sandwich & potatoes to go. We get home, open it up, potatoes were cooked regular. Could've used some seasoning.. the sand-which had a thick piece meat, egg, cheese. Upon biting... the brisket was really chewy, I mean chewy chewy and red still. Not my cup of tea. I like fully cooked meat. The second time we came in for lunch.. ordered salmon with potato salad & a side or hot links. So, i'm unsure what is it... but that salmon was definitely not cooked thoroughly & smelled of raw fish. You could tell just by the smell alone and the looks, it had no seasoning. I didn't even taste it that's how unappealing it looked/smelled. The hot link looked like a beef link, smelled good, they put a side of barbecue sauce. I probably won't be back. read more

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I believe their BBQ menu is only Friday to Sundays. Came here after a hike nearby in Saturday afternoon. Had their Chicken wings dish and 2 separate ribs. I now understand the meaning of finger licking good. My first bite, I not only smelled but also tasted the smoke flavor. I didn't even know that could happen. Their BBQ sauce was delicious! Tangy, savory, and had me wanting more! Their sides were delicious. Truely 5/5 and I will be back! There is no place to sit since this vendor sells out of a mini mart/liquor store. There is a park nearby to sit! read more

Ok, so I've been going to another BBQ joint for years. I'm a BBQ snob. I'm from the south where it's done right. And so many places in Cali has super fatty brisket, charred ribs and garbage sides. And they usually overcharge to boot. I was sad when during covid that other BBQ joint's quality started to slide. I mean their service was never good but the food was. This my friends is the definition of serendipity. We decided to go out on a limb. Some of the neighbors on next-door were raving about this new barbecue place. We found this "smoakring" barbecue joint right around the corner. I couldn't believe it we were scared of a new place but hey you know you only live once hopefully right? I got to tell you it was one of the happiest surprises I've had in a long time. The meat is amazing the ribs are amazing and the chicken is good too. The sides are absolutely outstanding. My partner loves the sweet rolls too. It's crazy because it's not super busy, I don't think it's really caught on in the neighborhood yet. I hope they do. I hope they're here for a long long long time. Good job on the barbecue ladies keep up the great work I'll be coming by again next weekend. read more

The food here is off the hook. The guy is literally smoking meats in a giant smoker out front, and after passing by so many times in the past I just couldn't resist this time. And I am so happy I tried it! Everything was so perfectly done, and affordable for the portions. I got the Triple Combo Plate, which included a generous portion of brisket, three large chicken wings, a beef sausage link, potato salad and a fresh roll. For $25 this was a lot of food and much more than you get from other places. The bark on the brisket was so dark and tasty, the chicken was perfectly done and the sausage was packed with smoky spicy flavor. Perhaps a little dry, but smothering it in their perfect homemade BBQ sauce solved that problem. They also serve breakfast with smoked salmon which I can't wait to try! read more

They don't do much menu wise but the things they do are top notch. Brisket and ribs are off the chain. Potato salad is literally the best I've ever had... I.e. would go up against your GG's recipe. One of those unassuming places in a convenience store that you'd easily pass over. DO NOT make the mistake of underestimating the joy you'll experience with their food. Also great cookies and cheesecake. read more

I ordered smoked salmon, ribs, smoked vegetables, and pulled pork for a small birthday dinner at my house. Ordering was super fast and easy. LaTisha contacted me the day before to confirm. As soon as LaTisha dropped off the food our home was filled with and wonderful smokey fragrance. All the food was AMAZING! The salmon was delicately smoked, juicy and tender. The best salmon smoked I have eaten. So good, our vegan guest had to give it a try and was not disappointed to break his diet. The smoked vegetables were delicious and I'd like to know how they were able to have so much flavor and wonderful texture. Our guests loved the food. I am very happy with my experience and my family is looking forward to ordering more from SmOakRing very soon. Sorry no pictures the food was mobbed on as soon as it hit the table. Trust me everything was beautifully presented. read more

Checked out SmOakRing today for lunch. It's tucked away in a convenience store that is quite a jewel itself. Lots of great snacks, drinks, and a legit beer and whisky selection. Ordering at SmOakRing was easy. There was no line at around 1:30 pm on a Saturday. We went with the Triple Combo Plate with brisket, chicken wings, ribs, and potato salad. Everything was pretty good! I think the highlight were the chicken wings. They tasted fresh, were juicy, the sauce had great flavor. They tasted like they came straight out of someones backyard bbq. The brisket was tender, but a little too lean and a little dry for my preference. But still good. Same with the ribs. Meat falls off the bone, and has a nice sweet flavor imbued into the meat. Just a little dry though. They did provide plenty of their awesome homemade BBQ sauce though to slather all over that meat. The sweet bread roll was a nice touch. The potato salad was simple and hit the spot. I'd come back if in the neighborhood! Or would take a short drive here rather than go to some other local BBQ spots with crazy wait times. read more

So glad we finally ordered. We walk by daily and finally got two breakfast sandwiches. One salmon and one normal with egg and sausage. I am a salmon snob and this was deliciously smoked and moist. We can't wait to try lunch next time. The staff and owner are very nice and they use compostable takeaway containers! Will be returning. read more

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Hands down the best BBQ spot I've ever been to. It looked like nothing. It's inside of a liquor store, and there's one man on the grill in the parking lot, but that's when I knew it was going to be a hidden gem. I got 6 plates for my family and I, and everyone flipped for how delicious the BBQ was. I got 4 rib plates with potato salad, and 2 brisket plates, 1 of them with links. My only downfall was that everyone was pissed I didn't get 3 way combos so they could have had some of everything. Now I must go back again and get more food. The girl's at the counter serving the food and doing the register were also very sweet and helpful. Can't wait to go back and try more bbq. read more

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I had the best experience with Smoak Ring, they were fast and responsible from the beginning exchanging emails. Their quote was the best and the food, bbq pork ribs and beans ...just incredible! Their client service was wonderful, they informed me of my food delivery at Robert's Park 1 hr before delivery. Exceptional experience for my son's graduation party! read more

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I've been here twice and both times I received delicious BBQ. I've had the brisket, links, ribs and wings. They are all good, but I am partial to the brisket and wings. Plus, the sauce, which I usually don't like on my BBQ is delicious. ASks for the sides, I believe they only offer two, baked beans and potato salad. The baked beans are savory, which I prefer, but I'm not a fan of the flavor. They aren't nasty, just not for me. I've had better potato salad, but when choosing from their two sides, I will get potato salad each time. OMG! For dessert, I've had the cinnamon roll cheesecake, lemon bar, chocolate chip cookie and oatmeal cookie. The cheesecake and chocolate chip cookie are DELICIOUS. I'd stop by just to pickup dessert. The oatmeal cookie was good, but it was more like chocolate chip cookie meets oatmeal cookie, and I was expecting something closer to the classic. The lemon bar lacked the pucker I'm used to and I would not order again. My family and I will be going back. read more

Amazing spot a must try. Ample parking. The person at the counter was very friendly. I tried the sausage breakfast sandwhich and the salmon breakfast sandwich with the side of potatoes. They were some of the best breakfast sandwiches I ever had. The side potatoes were great. The prices were very reasonable. I brought an order of the same thing to my wife as well and she was amazed. I can't wait to go back to try their lunch menu. Update: Came back to try the trio the brisket, ribs, link sausage. It was excellent, well prepared and very flavorful. This is definitely high quality barbecue. I will be back and will use them for future catering events. read more

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Excellent bbq! The ribs and potato salad are the best I've had in the bay. These folks clearly know their stuff. I grew up in the South and this reminds me of home in the best of ways. Happy to have found a new go-to for barbecue. read more

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Today I went to Smoak Ring BBQ, 2020 MacArthur (next to Grand Lake Kitchen). I highly recommend them! I've been going to E&J's for 35 years so I feel like a traitor saying this but, sorry E&J, Smoak's brisket is far superior (sauce on the side). Their beans were better too. The links are different but as good or better than E&J. The ribs were drier and don't fall off the bone like E&J. Smoak has superior desserts home-baked by the sister. Their service was friendlier but not as fast as E&J. This is understandable since they've only been at this location for the last 4 weekends. They're inside a bottle shop that has fantastic beers and hard to find sodas. I have no affiliation w/ Smoak Ring other than a big appetite. read more

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Amazing - the best bbq we've had in ages. We sampled the ribs (wish I'd ordered double to have leftovers, brisket (super tender) and wings. Bonus: perfectly gooey chocolate chip cookies and the sweetest owners. They are just inside the 2 Star Market - which also had a nice selection and a handy parking lot. read more

SUPER DELICIOUS... but I'd avoid the links until they get their link game together. Found out about this place from a friend of mine and I'm glad of it. It's in a bottle store/liquor store but don't let that deter you, a whole section is walled off for them. We got a 3-way combo with brisket, ribs & a spicy hot link. It came with choice of sides and bread with garlic butter on the side. We chose beans and potato salad, both outstanding. The brisket and ribs were ABSOLUTELY FREAKING DELICIOUS and we'll be back for those for sure. Everything has a wonderful Smokey flavor and it was juicy and flavorful. The BBQ sauce is good but I wish they had a version with a bit more kick in it. The link was very mealy and crumbly inside and the fat had separated from the meat. Also, we each bit into a pea-size bits of gristle even though we each only had one bite. Sorry but minus one star for the inedible hot link which was either not made properly (with too much heat), or cooked to long on at high heat. Too much heat in the making or cooking process can be the cause of a texture issue like this. If link gets too warm too quick while being made, it will BREAK... just like a sauce will break if not made properly. This means that the fat and protein will separate from each other when cooked and you end up with this exact mealy/crumbly texture that we experienced. We got served a link that should have gone in the round file aka trash. It was not a good experience. We each had one bite and the rest got thrown away. Everything else was absolutely on point and we'll be back for the ribs, brisket and delicious sides. read more

I ordered brisket, ribs and potato salad for delivery to my home for a birthday party. LaTisha was prompt and thorough in responding to all my online questions and she delivered the food on time. The presentation was beautiful and the quality was superb. Many guests commented that the brisket was exceptional. Several guests asked where the food was from - I expect SmOakRing BBQ has won some new customers. 5 stars. read more

Wow!!!! So hard to find real BBQ these days. These folks have nailed it. I've had every option they offer and never been disappointed. Brisket, ribs, pork butt, wings, salmon, beef ribs, and everything in between. Potato salad is awesome. Service is A+. Prices are lower than expected for BBQ. It's a big WIN!! read more

I wish I had taken a picture but I was too hungry and ate it all. We ordered the brisket and ribs with sides of potato salad and beans. It was sooooo good! I made a brisket sandwich with the biscuits They gave us. The price was on point for the quality. Will def be going back. Thank you Smoakring for making my Saturday! read more

Ok. My favorite bbq? Ribs. 2nd? Brisket. Had the triple plate ($30) and the best item was the wings. Ribs and brisket had some smoke but were dry. The brisket with good hint of smoke but was a bit dry. The wings were smoky and glazed and tasty. read more

This place rules. So delicious!! Highly recommended. Don't be put off by the small appearance, they bring the smoke and the fire! Housemade sausages, truly a smoky flavor. Their sauces are delicious. The ribs and wings were a big hit with my family too. read more

Great BBQ! I tried the Brisket and Ribs, both were great. You can walk into the store, counter is on the left for takeout. Just order and pay, you don't need to call it in first. read more

Fantastic brisket. Fantastic Jerk chicken. Great cheesecake & cookies. Great beans too! read more

I love this food. Cooked perfectly and delicious. Good servings. Pricey, but all BBQ is expensive. The owners are lovely.

Made the drive from San Jose to grab a few menu items. Don't sleep on the brisket. if you're coming from out of town, find a spot to eat at (Diamond Park maybe) and eat it while it's hot. read more

The Best Ribs in the Bay! Real smoak flavor and tender! The potato salad is and beans are delicious as well. My go-to for bbq!

Good food!!! Reasonably priced. The meat is very flavorful and tasty no matter what you get. I tried the brisket, chicken, links, and ribs and it's always a good portion. The salmon salad is really good aswell as the salmon is smoked really well. read more

Came here for the first time and placed my order. I'd wanted to try their brisket but they told me they were out that day so I ordered something else. Another customer was next in line after me, asked for brisket AND THEY MADE IT FOR HER! Not only that, I waited around 45 minutes and watched while other people who ordered after me were getting their food BEFORE me. I finally asked what the status of my order was and it turns out she had totally forgotten about my order. Don't come here - it's not worth it! read more

They hooked me up! I was pretty last minute for a BBQ catering ordering and they totally came through. We had the brisket, potato salad and veggie mix. Everyone absolutely loved everything. Delivered it to the house on a busy Saturday evening! Thank you so much! read more

Ordered pick up from SmOakRing BBQ for the first time tonight. Smoker is in the parking lot and prep/serving space on one side of the Two Star Market convenience store (which has a great beer selection). Really pleasant staff and service good - I called in my order and it was ready for me on time. Got a brisket dinner for $22 and a side order of two ribs for an extra $7 plus a side of potato salad made with oillives and pickles. Brisket was tender & SUPER moist (unlike some of the other review comments which said dry) and had a very smoky flavor. Ribs moist and tender as well and on a par with Horn's, the last place I tried. Yes I have at least another meal from this dinner. Potato salad was good and BBQ sauce was sweet and smoky. Totally worth trying. Open til late. Menu is comprehensive - smoked salmon for non meat eaters is available. You won't regret patronizing this great spot. Appreciate the compostable containers too. I'll definitely come back. read more

Wanted to get the full-on meat; so had to wait for the weekend; it seems they only have sandwich versions mid week. Got the brisket plate; ample serving, moist + smoky + so tender + great balanced spices, with visible smoke ring all around. Appreciate the roll that came with it, vs the usual sliced bread at other places. The chimichurri sauce was a nice touch. Even the potato salad was great. Glad to find a great new bbq place I can frequent, and just walk up to, without the long wait, nor 3 days planning ahead for my order. Will be back and try the pork ribs next time. read more

So today my son dad came home wit a bag full off food so I ask what you get he said bbq and then I was where from he like the little shop in two star. He loves the taste off the food and tenderness off the meat the potato salad wAs also flavorful. This was our first time there and will be a continue customer. read more

As a Memphian I have a high standard for smoked pork and chicken. Y'all, THEY SMOKE THOSE MEATS GOOOOOOOOOD. They deserve the name SmOakRing with the thick pink smoke ring visible on their meats. Tried the chicken, ribs (my fav) and the brisket. 10/10. read more

I put in an online request for five racks of ribs for a house party. LaTisha responded right away and even though they were doing a big catering event the same day, they agreed to do my order AND deliver it to my house. The ribs were fall-off-the-bone delicious!! Yummy BBQ sauce, too. Many of my guests asked where I ordered from, they were so good. Thanks so much for making my party a hit! read more

Just delicious , great quality of meat , great service , not too much sauce , love the potatoes salad and the banana bread

OMG, what a treat!!!! It's worth knowing their schedule at the new location...The BEST Smoked Meats (Ribs, Sausages, Brisket and Wings) yes, you need to sample ALL.... Paired with out of this world Potato Salad and best beans in the world (this from picky Brother-In-Law) . WOW GENEROUS portions as well. When it comes to Smoked Meats NONE BETTER. X read more

Place is GAS. Didn't expect it to be in a convenient store but the area around it is great! Got the brisket sandwich and it was the most tender meat I have ever had. Got a cookie with it and that was amazing as well. Wish they had some outside seating but can't blame them. Highly recommend read more

Yummy My lunches are delivered and I'm always happy with the selection. All the Smokey meats are delicious!! The sides and choices are great! I'll continue to have my lunches delivered to my job and give them business!! Awesome job!! read more