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Overall Total Score
3.7 out of 5
Very good | 3786 reviews

What amizle mayer likes about Carmen Family B-q:
The best BBQ in California, without a doubt. You can't top a 50-year-old family recipe. It's important to support small, family-owned businesses. The customer service is outstanding. Thank you, Sean! View all feedback. What B I doesn't like about Carmen Family B-q:
I visited this restaurant on a Sunday and paid $28. I received a slice of wheat bread that cost a dollar, some unpleasant mashed potatoes, and tough brisket. I do not recommend this restaurant, and the owner seemed more concerned with putting on a movie than providing good service. View all feedback.

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Restaurantji
3.3 ★ from 246 reviews
Humphrey
18.08.2023 - 10:42

Nice family place. Tasty food. Meat to die for ?Helpful staff.Highly recommendedFood: 5/5

Melissa
18.08.2023 - 10:42

I'm not sure what part of this BBQ is supposed to be amazing - the brisket was dry, the chicken was dry, and the mac and cheese tasted like it came from a box....

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Jimmy
18.08.2023 - 10:42

I think this place has been in business for 30 years or so, finally tried it, boy was it sad...Family meal, $160+Chicken dead dry tasteless.Ribs were flavorless...

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Bryant
18.08.2023 - 10:42

Foods really good but everytime I come in. The tall chubby dudes like cash only when I know the card machine works. I know he pockets the money because he alway...

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Bj
18.08.2023 - 10:42

I bought the three meat combo along with the potato salad and a large side order of Sweet potato. I had tried their barbecue more than a decade ago and craved o...

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Nestled in the heart of the Bay Area, this family-owned barbecue spot has garnered mixed reviews over the years. Patrons rave about the outstanding chicken ribs and the slow-cooked brisket, celebrating the rich history of flavors cultivated from a 50-year-old family recipe. However, some customers lament the inconsistency in food quality, citing issues with dry meat and unappetizing sides, alongside frustrating customer service experiences. Despite the ups and downs, many agree that the ambience and dedication to community remains strong, making it a notable destination for barbecue aficionados. Whether it's a nostalgic trip or a new adventure, expectations may vary, but the underlying love for local cuisine endures.

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Marques
13.03.2023 - 07:39

Food is good, but service is not so good. You do not have a functional credit card system so you sometimes have to pay cash and they are expensive.

Sydnie
13.03.2023 - 07:39

As a BBQ expert, I've known Carmen for many years and still believed that her sausage is some of the most beautiful bays. Had to be in the area and could not re...

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Geovany
13.03.2023 - 07:39

Big BBQ one of the best in the Bay Area! My favorite is the link dinner with potato salad. Has been in Fremont for years and loved it that Hayward is just as gr...

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Marshall
13.03.2023 - 07:39

Previously here come before age so dipped while on a road his journey. Like the mighty fell. If it wasn't for the sauce, the meat would be tasteless. No pages s...

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Herminio
13.03.2023 - 07:39

Came here after a work conference. First off, expensive. A two meat combination plate with a drink will run you nearly $30, and it's definitely a meal for 1. I...

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