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    Wagon Wheel BBQ

    4.3 (578 reviews)
    ModerateBarbeque, Caterers
    Open 7:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    Tri Tip, brisket and burnt ends
    Cheryl L.

    Meats were excellent. We got tri tip, burnt ends and brisket. The Baked beans were delicious with chunks of meat. The disappointment was with the Mac n cheese. It was runny and not all the cheese was melted. I would skip. AC is a bit weak in the secondary room. This place is great for large groups as there is room to meet up there. There is parking but it is a small lot. Service was excellent and a highlight as our cashier gave us some good recommendations.

    Ribs Mac-n-cheese beans
    Shary M.

    Service 3 stars Meat 4 stars Sides. 1 star We came on a Monday at 6pm. Only 1 family was inside eating. Lady at the counter wasn't rude or friendly. The person delivering the food to the table was nice. We ordered ribs (3.5 stars) they were a little dry, not much smokey flavor, but the seasoning was good. We also got a brisket (4.5 stars) great flavor, super tender, to much fat marbling for me. Sides - a good BBQ need to have good sides. Mac-n-cheese (3 stars) it was very runny BBQ beans (3.5 stars) great flavor but served room temp Potato salad (3 stars) to much relish or pickle Corn bread (2 stars) no flavor No wet napkins - this is a must for eating bbq with your fingers

    Tri Tip Meal
    Daniel F.

    Great food and service. Stopped by after work and heard a lot about this place so I had to check it out. Right off Moffet Blvd on 101 is where it's located with minimal parking. Got the regular tri tip meal with potato salad & Mac and cheese and cokes with corn bread. Trip tip was tender and juicy. Potato salad wasn't too bad but it was flavorful. Mac and cheese were really good. Not soggy or too much cheese at all. The cornbread was crispy on the edges and really buttery. Must try bbq place in Mountain View.

    Rib meal with 1 Meat + 2 Sides + Bread!
    Janet Z.

    Had a craving for BBQ ribs one morning and decided to try out Wagon Wheel. The reviews looked promising, so I showed up at 10am ordering the rib meal. It should have occurred to me that lunch service wouldn't begin until later, but the owner was incredibly gracious and had my meal ready after 20min. The ribs were well cooked and falling apart, the mac and cheese was very flavorful, and the sauces were perfect. Would come back again!

    Brisket. Coleslaw and baked potato

    Everything was delicious. I had the brisket, baked potato and coleslaw. The staff was friendly and helpful. Reminded me of barbecue from Texas!

    Two Meat Meal
    Tracy H.

    The service was very quick, I enjoyed their sides! They have a lot of seating! I got the two meat combo with Mac and cheese and potato salad.

    Dinner- started to get busy 10 mins after ordering :)
    Cheryl M.

    Was in the area and decided BBQ was a good option for dinner. Wagon Wheel BBQ has been in my bookmarks for a while and decided to give it a try. Order at the counter, seat yourself and food brought out. Decided on the Two Meat Combos with 3 sides: :: Brisket and Burnt Ends Brisket was tender, not overly seasoned and delicious. Burnt ends were (IMO) not my thing - tough leathery, dry pieces smothered in bbq sauce - a meat left behind! 2.5/5 :: Brisket and Pork Ribs - both good options and would stick with that next time. Sides: Mac n cheese - creamy cheese and tasty, Cole slaw was enjoyed. Beans were a bit undercooked and sweet (like they used the bbq sauce), garlic bread or corn bread. Decent options Overall, 3.5 stars...recommend the ribs and brisket...avoid the burnt ends based on my experience tonight. Realized spot is the sister spot to Redwood City BBQ and South Winchester BBQ as they have the same recognizable menu items and bottled BBQ sauce. Small parking lot in front and right off Moffett Blvd from Highway 101 near NASA Ames Research Center. Average price/person with no drink: $32 with tax and tip

    Farmer's salad
    Vivian H.

    Got ton of takeout for 8 people. Ordering online was easy, with curbside pickup available. Food was ready on time, well-packed with butter and honey for the cornbread, and they were great asking whether we needed utensils and plates. MEATS 1 lb tri tip - stole the show, you can see how juicy it is Full rack ribs - falling off the bone tender, though wish there was more going on with the rub 2 lb brisket - we expected to be a crowd fave so I ordered extra but was actually a bit dry! Good strip of fat and crust though. Wonder if an off night. 1 lb pulled pork - appreciated the mix of textures here, though personally wish I had some Carolina Vinegar bbq sauce with this 1/2 chicken - just had a bite and it was moist, good lighter bbq option SIDES Beans - flavorful Mac n cheese - good texture and v cheesy Potato salad - more seasoned and less creamy than most (which I like) Cornbread - thin like literal slices of bread - cornmeal bread loaf? Not a big fan but significantly improved warmed with butter and honey Farmer's salad - should love this on paper but maybe I didn't like the dressing? Something was off today. I can see myself getting this with tri tip on top and another dressing in the future. Cobbler - simple but surprisingly good, not very sweet, perfect warmed in the oven and served with ice cream. Quite a sizable portion. Highly recommend! Almost everything (all the meats, rubs, sauce, sides except Mac and bread) are gluten free which is great. We had a whole container of meat and cornbread and half the sides leftover.

    Audrey C.

    We got the 3 meat combo, and it came with 2 sides and cornbread. We got chicken, brisket, and pork ribs with potato salad and mac n cheese. We got the food super fast. The cornbread wasn't that special. They have 5 beers on tap and a variety of canned beers. I would definitely get the brisket if we come back. Service was good, and the place smells so good inside. A lot of tables available!

    The side of the building
    Wilbur L.

    The taste was excellent. The service was good too. Good atmosphere and ambiance. Good lunch break place. Brisket is juicy and fatty

    Diem H.

    Every thing is 5 star but I bought one lb of meat and only get 13.95 oz (including the foil)

    4 Meat Meal
    Timothy T.

    We ordered 4 Meat Meal (brisket, hot links, burnt ends and pork ribs). The meats are well-seasoned and prepared well. We love the burnt ends that a very strong sweet like caramel flavor with rich charcoal taste. Garlic toasts are good as well. Brisket with meat juice and pork ribs are fall off the bone tender and tasty. Hot links are spicy but we liked the kick. Will definitely come back for more. Support local business!

    Brisket, burnt ends, Mac and cheese, chili, and corn bread!
    Terry T.

    The locals and regulars are going to hate me for this, but this American BBQ spot tucked away in the corner of the city is such a gem. The brisket is honestly the best I've ever had and the burnt ends were just right. Not to mention the buttered cornbread is baked just right.

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    Delicious and fresh- had to the brisket breakfast sandwich and tacos. Very very good! Highly recommend

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    Food is delicious, service is great!! Beer selection is also pretty good. Has become a favorite spot for weekday lunch.

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    5 months ago

    Amazing bbq in the bay! Great staff! Definitely will go back. The ribs are amazing and smoked to perfection.

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    Solid place brisket was awesome will be back here again came here for lunch first time just here when they open at 11 there a line at 11:30

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    Tey mention craft beer but nothing on menu. Do they have a selection, can you get it to go?

    They actually have a pretty good selection on can and a couple on tap. last I went they even had a sour seltzer on tap. Love this place! Going to be back on Saturday

    Hello, is there outdoor seating? I've tried calling the business numerous times but can't reach a live person to confirm. Thanks in advance!

    Hi Cherylynn, Wagon Wheel BBQ does have plenty of outdoor seating, a large indoor dining room, and a private room inside that is available to reserve and can host groups up… 

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