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Best San Jose Barbecue Restaurants

From smokehouse to hoghouse and roadhouse, we've rounded up the best in barbecue. Sure, preferences abound when it comes to matters of the grill. So maybe it's a pulled pork sandwich on squishy white bread you crave or Texas brisket with a side of coleslaw and sweet tea. One day you might like your ribs slathered and glazed in tomato sauce; the next day rubbed with special spices; and the next marinated and drenched in tangy vinegar. Whatever your pleasure, try these smokin' spots for the best barbecue around in San Jose.

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Andy’s Bar-B-Que

Barbecue

13/20

2367 El Camino Real
Santa Clara, CA 95050
408-249-8158 |

Great oak wood-smoked meats, reasonable prices and a hopping bar scene. More...

Henry's World Famous Hi-Life

Barbecue

13/20

301 W. Saint John St.
San Jose, CA 95110
408-295-5414 |

For over 40 years, local landmark Henry's Hi-Life has been a favorite barbecue haunt for South Bay residents. More...

Texas Smokehouse BBQ

Barbecue

Quick Bite

1091 S. Capitol Ave.
San Jose, CA 95127
408-926-2829 |

Barbecue shack offers decent food in a tiny, hard-to-find locale. More...

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