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Sam’s Bar-B-Que
- Restaurants
- San Jose, CA
About this business
A classic barbecue joint, this eatery offers large catering packages along with its menu, which is chock-full of ribs, chicken and burgers. Do not miss the delectable Italian Sausage, the recipe has been in Sam's family for nearly a century and one taste will tell you why it is still a favorite. A bowl of very spicy chili is an excellent choice, too. The place has live music most nights and the decor harkens back to the Old West.
Location details
1110 S Bascom Ave, San Jose, CA, 95128, United States
Get directions| Weekday | Schedule | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Mon | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Tue | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Wed | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Thu | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Fri | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Sat | Closed | |
| Sun | Closed |
Best ribs in town, I've been to 4-5 other bbq places in town and I think Sam's has the best in the valley. I always head here when I have a business lunch.
Don't miss Wednesdays at Sam's! – Every once in a while a "scene" comes into being, a place and time you know will get stuck in your head and heart as "the good old days". Well, go to Sam's Barbecue on any Wednesday Night and experience that great feeling again. SIDESADDLE, a beloved 30-year-institution in the international world of Bluegrass Music, plays at Sam's every Wednesday from 6 to 9 pm to a house filled with a wonderful and welcoming group of fans from every walk of life who would never cross paths except for SIDESA... read more
Marginal - Especially Brisket – Took my father in law from LA and he said the brisket was the "toughest meat" he's had in a while. We've had BBQ from Memphis, Kansas City, Oakland and North Carolina and this is just marginal. The pulled pork sandwich was ok, but the sides were not great. No creamed spinach either (I think its mandatory at a BBQ place). Prices are slightly high. Locals go here because Armadillo Willy's is the only other option. If you want start a restaurant, Silicon Valley really lacks real BBQ - there's a r... read more
Best Ribs in Town – Fall off the bone mouth watering ribs! Excellent homemade chili. If you haven't been to Sam's your missing out! You may have to wait in line a bit especially on the weekends but that's always a sign of good BBQ!!! Don't forget the generous slice of homemade apple pie!!!!
Great BBQ, can't get better anywhere else – If you are looking for a good BBQ place this place is it! This restaurant has it all, Ribs, Steak, or meat filled sandwiches. Not to mention that the BBQ sauce is absolutely the best in town. A1 sauce that they give out at most other BBQ places does not even compare to how good Sam's BBQ sauce is like. Price is about average, but not bad at all. If you ever get the chance to visit Sam's BBQ on Bascom I truly recommend it, because I know you won't regret it.
Can't Get Tender BBQ Brisket at Sam's! – Great chili, good ribs, great beef stew. But, if you are looking for tender BBQ Brisket, stay clear to avoid sure disappointment. Their brisket is tough enough to use for work boots. I have no idea who they are paying off to get so many good reviews from the media. The food is average at best and not worth going out of your way to visit.
Great Ribs! – The unassuming exterior of this restaurant does nothing to advertise to the outside world the great food offered inside. Sam's has great ribs covered in their own bar-b-que sauce. They also offer a pretty good selection of other foods which you can eat in or take out. I suggest taking it to go because the inside of the restaurant feels like an old Denny's that has been turned into an old roadside truck stop on the highway. But if you do dine in, for some reason this place is never really busy so there are alway... read more
more for less – This is probably one the best kept secrets in town I have been in the food and beverage industry for many years and this is one of the few places I'd dare to say is the one of the best. Not only the food is good, they have live music, a good variaty of beers, GREAT BBQ and the prices are very affordable. you don;t have to go to San Francisco, try Sam's once and you will be back for more.
This down-home joint charms diners with barbecue slathered in Sam's special sauce and a Western ambience. – In Short You'll feel like you're in the Wild West when you enter this saloon-themed restaurant with wood-paneled walls and red tablecloths. Keep a stack of napkins handy for the grub, especially when digging into a tender full rack of baby back ribs, marinated for 24 hours in Sam's signature tangy barbecue sauce. A bowl of mildly spicy chili makes a nice side dish, and a flaky slice of fresh apple pie is a sweet closer... read more
Frequently asked questions about Sam’s Bar-B-Que
How is Sam’s Bar-B-Que rated?
Sam’s Bar-B-Que has a 4.4 star rating with 1,461 reviews.
When is Sam’s Bar-B-Que open?
Sam’s Bar-B-Que is closed now. It will open on Monday at 9:00 a.m.
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