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Generous plates of BBQ & sandwiches are the draw at this down-to-earth counter serve with a patio.
Hours
| Friday | 7 AM–9 PM |
| Saturday | 7 AM–9 PM |
| Sunday | 7 AM–9 PM |
| Monday | 7 AM–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 7 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 7 AM–9 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 1362 S Winchester Blvd, San Jose, CA 95128
Phone: (408) 376-0485
Website: http://swinchesterbbq.com/
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Reviews
Adrian Sillitoe
We walked in with our Son and Daughter-in-Law all of us on our first visit. A warm welcome on a Wednesday Evening just as the venue was getting busier.
Tempted by the menu online we were not disappointed. There’s a good selection of beers on tap and if none of them take your fancy there’s more in the fridge. For those looking for soft drinks there’s a good selection as well.
We chose a mix of ribs, turkey, sausage, slaw and Mac-n-cheese to share. We were not disappointed and with the portion sizes we just about managed to get through. Single serving of the fruit cobbler between the four of us.
Give this place a try … it’s well worth seeking out
… moreTempted by the menu online we were not disappointed. There’s a good selection of beers on tap and if none of them take your fancy there’s more in the fridge. For those looking for soft drinks there’s a good selection as well.
We chose a mix of ribs, turkey, sausage, slaw and Mac-n-cheese to share. We were not disappointed and with the portion sizes we just about managed to get through. Single serving of the fruit cobbler between the four of us.
Give this place a try … it’s well worth seeking out
JJ L
came to this restaurant around 3:30 PM on a Sunday. It wasn’t too crowded, and the decorations were fantastic. There’s a large merch wall and a selection of spices you can buy as gifts, which adds to the experience.
I ordered the 4-meat combo and chose the brisket, ribs, pulled pork, and burnt ends. For sides, I went with mac and cheese and beans, and for bread I chose the garlic bread. All of this came out to $42 pre-tax, which I think is a pretty good deal.
The brisket was my favorite—very fatty and smoky, exactly what I look for in good BBQ.
The burnt ends were extremely salty and heavily sauced. That’s not necessarily a bad thing, but they’re a bit hard to eat on their own because of how salty they are. I think they’d be much better paired with a piece of bread.
The ribs were a little disappointing. They didn’t fall off the bone, which I was hoping for, though they did have good flavor.
The pulled pork was fantastic. There were plenty of fatty pieces mixed in, which made it especially enjoyable. It was noticeably fattier than the pulled pork I’ve had at other BBQ spots, in a good way.
As for the sides, the garlic bread was very plain—possibly by design since the meats are already quite rich. It’s nothing like the garlic bread you’d get at Olive Garden or a steakhouse; just lightly buttered with a subtle garlic flavor. The mac and cheese and beans were good, but they didn’t really stand out.
One pleasant surprise was the Stubborn-branded fountain drink machine. I really enjoyed the root beer.
One thing this restaurant does differently is that the meats are already seasoned and sauced. Unlike many BBQ places where you have multiple sauce bottles on the table, here everything comes pre-seasoned. If you want extra sauce, there are two containers near the cash registers.
Overall, I think the value here is great, but I was a bit disappointed by how tough the ribs were. The meat didn’t fall off the bone, which took away from the experience for me.
… moreI ordered the 4-meat combo and chose the brisket, ribs, pulled pork, and burnt ends. For sides, I went with mac and cheese and beans, and for bread I chose the garlic bread. All of this came out to $42 pre-tax, which I think is a pretty good deal.
The brisket was my favorite—very fatty and smoky, exactly what I look for in good BBQ.
The burnt ends were extremely salty and heavily sauced. That’s not necessarily a bad thing, but they’re a bit hard to eat on their own because of how salty they are. I think they’d be much better paired with a piece of bread.
The ribs were a little disappointing. They didn’t fall off the bone, which I was hoping for, though they did have good flavor.
The pulled pork was fantastic. There were plenty of fatty pieces mixed in, which made it especially enjoyable. It was noticeably fattier than the pulled pork I’ve had at other BBQ spots, in a good way.
As for the sides, the garlic bread was very plain—possibly by design since the meats are already quite rich. It’s nothing like the garlic bread you’d get at Olive Garden or a steakhouse; just lightly buttered with a subtle garlic flavor. The mac and cheese and beans were good, but they didn’t really stand out.
One pleasant surprise was the Stubborn-branded fountain drink machine. I really enjoyed the root beer.
One thing this restaurant does differently is that the meats are already seasoned and sauced. Unlike many BBQ places where you have multiple sauce bottles on the table, here everything comes pre-seasoned. If you want extra sauce, there are two containers near the cash registers.
Overall, I think the value here is great, but I was a bit disappointed by how tough the ribs were. The meat didn’t fall off the bone, which took away from the experience for me.
Wyatt Gorman
Decided to try this for dinner and got the half pound of brisket and two sides, with a pure leaf sweet tea. It was not at all worth the $40. The brisket was lean and dry. The coleslaw had apples and was vinegar based, which wasn’t my favorite. The cornbread was more bread than anything, and I didn’t have more than a bite of it. I was also served to go even though I wasn’t asked if I wanted to stay or not, and didn’t even get to go utensils. Disappointing all together.
… moreSuzette Day
The brisket was excellent, so delicious. Perfectly cooked, tender and fell apart. The baked potato was huge and enough for three people. A warning though, to people sensitive to spicy food like I am: Pretty much everything else was hot. We ordered the not spicy option on everything. The meat wasn’t hot but pretty much everything else was. Barbeque sauce and the baked beans (the hottest!) and potato salad were very spicy. Who spices up potato salad like that? This is a barbeque place, not a Mexican food restaurant where one expects spicy food. I wanted to try the mac salad next time but am reluctant because of the spice factor. Be warned.
Our main complaint, however, is my husband and I have spent $240 over two days and when ordering a “half bird” of chicken (I want dark meat only- leg/thigh pieces, not dry white breast meat) the counter lady ‘Ana C’ gave my husband grief about him wanting two leg/thigh pieces, making our order a “half bird”. Last I checked chickens have two legs, making this order a “half bird”. Our orders cost $120 each day and he has to argue with her over a $10 piece of chicken! Not cool. That really soured us about this place.
The food was excellent overall. Best bet is to stick with the brisket. Tri-Tip was very tough and most of the sides are too spicy for my taste. Stick with the baked potato and garlic bread which luckily weren’t spicy and very good. Avoid their terrible corn (?) bread as it was doughy, very dry and totally tasteless- no flavor at all. They need to revamp that recipe like maybe adding some real corn (cream corn?) and honey before cooking to give it some flavor. My opinion only, though…
… moreOur main complaint, however, is my husband and I have spent $240 over two days and when ordering a “half bird” of chicken (I want dark meat only- leg/thigh pieces, not dry white breast meat) the counter lady ‘Ana C’ gave my husband grief about him wanting two leg/thigh pieces, making our order a “half bird”. Last I checked chickens have two legs, making this order a “half bird”. Our orders cost $120 each day and he has to argue with her over a $10 piece of chicken! Not cool. That really soured us about this place.
The food was excellent overall. Best bet is to stick with the brisket. Tri-Tip was very tough and most of the sides are too spicy for my taste. Stick with the baked potato and garlic bread which luckily weren’t spicy and very good. Avoid their terrible corn (?) bread as it was doughy, very dry and totally tasteless- no flavor at all. They need to revamp that recipe like maybe adding some real corn (cream corn?) and honey before cooking to give it some flavor. My opinion only, though…
Round & Happy
Authentic Texan BBQ served in a casual but charming backyard setting, perfect for relaxed summer night dining. Yummy fall-off-the-bone pork ribs and slow-smoked brisket with a rich bark and juicy center, sliced to perfection. Both items are highly recommended.
… moreDan Kim
Came in a bit early seeing they open early.
Didn’t know they only had breakfast till 11 but that’s fine since their breakfast tacos are fantastic.
The breakfast sandwich was mid but their tritip breakfast tacos are great.
Worth a try at pretty normal prices too.
Tried lunch as well and it’s alright, sides are a bit weak but.
… moreDidn’t know they only had breakfast till 11 but that’s fine since their breakfast tacos are fantastic.
The breakfast sandwich was mid but their tritip breakfast tacos are great.
Worth a try at pretty normal prices too.
Tried lunch as well and it’s alright, sides are a bit weak but.
Nate Ulsh
Came for lunch with a group on Fri. We were greeted by amicable staff, service was fairly quick. Ambiance is unique and you can smell the meat before you walk into the establishment. Restaurant was clean with plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. It was bustling and customers seemed content. The chicken BBQ sandwich was good, sauce was decent, nothing spectacular but overall good as well as the beans. Berry cobbler pie was delicious.
… moreWiliane Tavares
I would kindly like to share some honest feedback about my experience here
Considering that the prices are not very affordable, attention to those aspects below is especially important.
With improvements in cleanliness, portion size, and food temperature, the overall customer experience would be much better.
First, I believe the tables should be properly cleaned after each customer. At my table, there were small pieces and strands of meat left from previous guests, which negatively affected the overall atmosphere and cleanliness.
Regarding the food, the portion size was quite small, and unfortunately the meat was served cold. While everything had an incredible flavor, these details made a noticeable difference in the experience.
… moreConsidering that the prices are not very affordable, attention to those aspects below is especially important.
With improvements in cleanliness, portion size, and food temperature, the overall customer experience would be much better.
First, I believe the tables should be properly cleaned after each customer. At my table, there were small pieces and strands of meat left from previous guests, which negatively affected the overall atmosphere and cleanliness.
Regarding the food, the portion size was quite small, and unfortunately the meat was served cold. While everything had an incredible flavor, these details made a noticeable difference in the experience.
Judy Margaret Chen
Food was overpriced but nothing fancy. The meat was just okay, not overly good or delicious.
The service, let’s say we self-served, from ordering to getting plates and utensils, then getting the food and drinks ourselves. Like eating at a buffet but pay like a-la-cart.
One thing I noticed was they didn’t clean the tables. I didn’t know what the staff do except the ones standing at the cashier. From the tables I sat, I saw old customers leaving with their dirty plates but no one came to clean the table, even after new customers sat themselves down and cleaned the table themselves.
Other than that, I would say this place has good vibe and atmosphere for family and friends meetups.
… moreThe service, let’s say we self-served, from ordering to getting plates and utensils, then getting the food and drinks ourselves. Like eating at a buffet but pay like a-la-cart.
One thing I noticed was they didn’t clean the tables. I didn’t know what the staff do except the ones standing at the cashier. From the tables I sat, I saw old customers leaving with their dirty plates but no one came to clean the table, even after new customers sat themselves down and cleaned the table themselves.
Other than that, I would say this place has good vibe and atmosphere for family and friends meetups.
Kawee Chen
Delicious BBQ with great price! Loads of craft beer to choose from. Friendly service crew! Love it.
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