K C Bar-b-q
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on Citysearch Feb 07, 2009There are only two spots (both in Berkeley) where my husband will go for BBQ chicken and KCs is one of them. Located in the heart of Berkeley, KCs does Kansas City-style barbecue proud! The sauce is a little sweeter than... (more)
denebquarlo
on Citysearch Jul 13, 2007I have been going to this BBQ for years! With all of the others available in the East Bay, it has been the only one return too. Now that I am living over 100 miles away in Placer County there are two things I notice. 1. When I... (more)
donberry
on Citysearch Jul 01, 2007This resturant (rib joint) is very unique. The setting is antique photos, radios, stoves, and furniture. The recipe for the links is handed down through the family and is made from fresh meat versus, what I call, the... (more)
jack_n_marin
on Citysearch Sep 25, 2006This is not good barbeque. The sides were horrible and the atmosphere was depressing. There is much better barbeque up the road in Emeryville. I would never go back. I was hoping this place would be like the delicious... (more)
akamickey
on Citysearch Aug 21, 2006The sauce has the right amount of spice. The 2 way is the best bet. Friendly atmosphere with great tasting BBQ!!!! (more)
Contributor
on Citysearch Jun 26, 2006Smoky ribs, secret sauce and charming farmhouse decor draw carnivores to this Kansas City-style barbecue shop. (more)
dhanjal
on Citysearch Dec 27, 2005I had the ribs. They were moist, tender and delicious! The BBQ sauce had a nice kick to it that enhanced the whole eating experience. There were some sides but I was so stuffed with ribs I could find any room for them!... (more)
jamesdee3080
on Citysearch Apr 28, 2005I went to KC's BBQ last week because it was next to a tire shop on San Pablo Ave in Berkeley, and I had a flat. I love BBQ but I had read the last rating and it did not look to good. Well, THIS BBQ is great. Maybe the guy went on a... (more)
mantiskf
on Citysearch Nov 03, 2004The links were hard and dry, the ribs were burnt on the outside and raw on the inside. This was my worst BBQ experience ever. Not to mention the rude service. I'm waiting until the next time I go to Kansas City before I ever... (more)
howudoinsf
on Citysearch Apr 10, 2004Stopped by for lunch today and ordered up a 3-way combo platter with 3 pork ribs, links and brisket smothered in a smooth sauce. All the meats were tender and well-smoked. Sauce was tangy and spicy, good but I would have... (more)
feb
on Citysearch Dec 05, 2002tender, succulent meat, SUPERB sauce!! The potato salad tastes homemade!!! (more)
kmet44
on Citysearch Nov 06, 2002I have been coming to KC's for Almost 20 years, and it has never disappointed me. The quality is always the same, the Q is always good, I can't say more. (more)
ANNLALYNN
on Citysearch Aug 29, 2002The barb-Q has never lost it's favor over the past 30 years. That's saying something! It is still the best Q in town. (more)
Sandy123
on Citysearch Aug 29, 2002Great family restaurent. It's been in the area for many years. (more)
jackdog
on Citysearch Aug 28, 2002I have been eating at kc's for 29 years and tried all others but kc's tops all with tender meat and taste this is the jackdog love all yalllllllllllll (more)
masterQ
on Citysearch Aug 28, 2002The meat is tender, smoked well and the staff is friendly. It's like going to Grandma's house. This is the best food I have ever had, not to mention the delicious (Quelicious) sauce it's to die for!!! Good for casual... (more)
TNewton
on Citysearch Aug 28, 2002Ummm good. If you haven't tried KC Barb-Q you don't know what you are missing. The meat falls off of the bone. This is the first que that I've tasted that doesn't have to have sauce! There's a nice smoked flavor... (more)
loisaj
on Citysearch Aug 28, 2002EXTRA - Read all about it! KC Barbecue Meat is Extra-ordinarily tender and tasty. The portions are Extra-ordinarily mored than ample, the price Extra-ordinarily inexpensive, ambiance is Extra-ordinary in its... (more)
miarashaan
on Citysearch Aug 27, 2002I hear "Honey, you want KC's tonite?", at least once a week!! My husband and I enjoy the sliced beef, links, ribs and of course the chicken. The sauce just gets better and better with time. This is a wonderful family... (more)
dmitriw
on Citysearch Aug 27, 2002Tender, succulent meat. Homemade links. Ribs where the flavorful meat just falls off the bone. Great sauce - try their hot sauce if you dare! Friendly service. Fun atmosphere. When you eat in, check out the antiques... (more)
romello
on Citysearch Aug 26, 2002me and my family have been going to kc for 18 years. the bbq is flat out the best. it is like going to your family bbq, because of the family type atmosphere! the service is excellent!... (more)
rolzbass
on Citysearch Aug 26, 2002Best place to eat BBQ in the Bay Area. Best prices, best food, best service. Highly Recommend (more)
PRETTYTONY
on Citysearch Aug 25, 2002ME AND MY FAMILY HAVING EATING AT KC'S FOR OVER 25 YEARS .THE FOOD IS EXCELLENT. THE STAFF AT KC'S BBQ MAKE FEEL LIKE FAMILY.THE RIBS MELT IN YOUR MOUTH.A MUST TASTE. (more)
cdpickett
on Citysearch Aug 25, 2002Their BBQ is the most delicious, scrumptous, mouth watering pieces of chicken, pork and sausage I have ever tasted. Make you wanna slap your momma. Not to mention the down home hospitality that you receive the moment... (more)
bduggans
on Citysearch Aug 25, 2002Barbecue is attempted by many but, for the finest in Bay Area barbecue you MUST try KC's SUCCULENT, DELICIOUS and Mouth Watering Barbecue Ribs, Links and Chicken. The atmosphere is friendly and family oriented.... (more)
mzejf
on Citysearch Aug 25, 2002Where has KC's been hiding all these years. This is hands down the ultimate experience in BBQ. From the hand made links to the fall of the bone ribs. The quality of the food and the professional down home hospitality of... (more)
jaysarg
on Citysearch Aug 25, 2002I had K C Barb-Q delivered to my job and it was very good! (more)
mommachandler
on Citysearch Aug 24, 2002I'm a native Texan who have recently moved here to the bay area and I know "good bar-b-q" when I taste it! K C's ribs, chicken, beef, links, AND potato salad ranks with the "best I've ever eaten". After trying many other... (more)
candiwilliams
on Citysearch Aug 23, 2002This is one of the finest Q expierences I have had in my life. I been in the bay for 40 years and I know good Q. because I am from Mississippi. However I must say this KC ranks among the finest Q beyond the Bible belt.... (more)
loisgaudet
on Citysearch Aug 22, 2002You'd have to go to Texas to match the taste! The best meats and sauces ever! (more)
willyam_alexander
on Citysearch Aug 21, 2002great bbq! the meat falls right off the bone. they make the best links(they actually make their own)! very courteous service! the best i have had since i was in louisana! (more)
eeezzbox
on Citysearch Aug 21, 2002I've been enjoying KC BBQ for over 15yrs and it is by far the best BBQ not only is Berkeley but in the Bay Area. The ribs are so tender they fall right off the bone and the mild sauce is soooooo good.... (more)
theMechanic
on Citysearch Aug 20, 2002I've been a patron of KC for 30 years and the flavor is still the best in the Bay. (more)
RENOG
on Citysearch Aug 20, 2002Well I will keep it short and to the point. I went five years without eating any of the established ran BBQ joints because no one, I mean no one caught my taste bud and I tried every place (that I was willing to patronize)... (more)
veronica4mk
on Citysearch Aug 19, 2002I won't eat at any other BBQ place, because they have the best. (more)
Vernelldavis
on Citysearch Aug 18, 2002The food was great the place looks like a museum with all the antiques. It was a great place to hang out with my buds with old music playing in the background. (more)
wadaley
on Citysearch Aug 18, 2002The finest Kansas City style BBQ west of, well, Kansas City! The short-end ribs are simply without peer. If places such as "Brothers in Law" and "Memphis Minnie's" are editor's choices, then there should be a whole... (more)
maxineclara
on Citysearch Aug 15, 2002having lived in Chicago, it was difficult to find a barbque place that i liked or would recommend until I tried KC's. Their preparation, tenderness of meat and sauce is identical to Chicago style of barbque. My... (more)