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Armadillo Willy's BBQ

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2260 Bridgepointe Pkwy, San Mateo, CA, 94404, United States

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WeekdayScheduleStatus
Mon9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Tue9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Wed9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Thu9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Fri9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
SatClosed
SunClosed
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mbglover 
23 years ago

Texas Back 40 Barbecue 10 Times Better – We ate at an Armadillo Willy's BBQ down in the Santa Cruz area and was one of the most disappointing barbecue experiences we have ever had. The place couldn't seem to decide if it was a fast food chain or just a restaurant that didn't want to offer any service. I found the barbecue mediocre at best. If you are into quantity, they do give big portions. 

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forbanter 
23 years ago

Best BBQ in the Bay Area – The best BBQ I have found in the Bay Area. Good value and large portions. 

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plumerdan 
23 years ago

my 2 cents... – I really enjoy thier food,you get a lot for the money (good leftovers!!!) 

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Ramblero 
23 years ago

Yuk!!!! – After having been dragged to Armadillo Willy's the 2nd and 3rd times, I now refuse to ever eat there again. It is an insult to the term "barbeque". 

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BBQCritic 
23 years ago

Not All That – I too am a true Texan and ate my fair share of Texas BBQ. I believe that the good reviews from others and the top 10 rating for Willy's can be explained more by the lack of BBQ places in the Bay Area than by the quality of Willy's food. Store-bought BBQ meats are significantly better. The sausages and brisket I had were dry and tasteless compared to what I am used to. I can only guess that they started off with the wrong fat content (crucial for proper juicyness) and spicing, then improperly smoked the meat (d... read more

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amalmborg 
23 years ago

Close to TX bbq – Other than Back 40 Texas Bar-b-que located in Pleasant Hill and San Ramon, Armadillo Willy's comes the closest to being "TEXAS" bbq. It it delicious. I enjoyed the chopped beef sandwhich and on another location the sliced beef. Their onion rings are great! 

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mfitch 
23 years ago

Great food, Fast Service, fun place – The smoker is right up front - you can see where and how they cook their meats. The food is very tasty - the bbq sauce is on the side - so no trying to coverup what's lacking in the meat. They move large crowds of people through quickly. Their kid's menu works for my fussy children. They also offer food to go so you can order BBQ by the pound to serve up to the large party at home. 

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Armadillo Willy's BBQ has a 4.2 star rating with 1,094 reviews. 

When is Armadillo Willy's BBQ open?

Armadillo Willy's BBQ is open now. It will close at 6:00 p.m. 

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