K C Bar-b-q

510-548-1140
2613 San Pablo Ave
Berkeley, CA 94702
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on Citysearch Feb 07, 2009
There 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, 2007
I 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, 2007
This 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, 2006
This 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, 2006
The 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, 2006
Smoky ribs, secret sauce and charming farmhouse decor draw carnivores to this Kansas City-style barbecue shop. (more)

dhanjal

on Citysearch Dec 27, 2005
I 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, 2005
I 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, 2004
The 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, 2004
Stopped 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)
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