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Old-school, counter-serve mainstay with BBQ plates & sides, plus craft beers, TVs & outdoor seating.
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: 8295 Monterey Rd, Gilroy, CA 95020
Phone: (408) 842-4499
Website: http://bbq152.com/
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Reviews
Rosa B
Both times I come the meat is on point. This time I ordered the Santa Maria salad and my husband ordered the 2 meat combo, ribs & brisket. The brisket was tender with great flavor. Ribs were ok for him. The beans totally missed the mark. If I could have given them 4 1/2 stars I would because the food is delicious.
… moreRichard Como
Great roadside BBQ spot. Right when you pull in you can smell that yummy smoke in the air. We choose the 3 meat with two sides. Tri-tip, brisket, and pulled pork with beans and Mac & cheese for sides. Delicious, we tried both the spicy and sweet BBQ spaces. You can eat the meat without any space, it is that good.
… moreTomas Alvarez
Amazing Brisket meat. My dogs loved the food and kept begging for more meat. The Brisket had a favorable smoke taste. Would definitely stop by if you are in the area. The only side I wish they added is mash potatoes. Another good thing about those place is that they are dog friendly!!
… moreJson “J-Gante” Salas
Awesome family establishment with great tasting food. The flavors are spot on with the offered sides. The pulled pork sandwich paired with the potato salad was awesome! Add some of the in-house spicy sauce, and BLAM! instant mouth watering smiles. The diner was adequate, which there is an outside patio for warmer days. The localized beer selection can get a little troubling – so many to choose from, but is cold and with plenty of options. It shouldn’t be an issue. Stop by, and be sure to let the cook know if it was great – Family ran operations love to hear that!
… moreEidmone Tagaca
Honestly this place was alright. Their brisket was tasty but not the best I had. I was not able to try their ribs but everything lacked taste and I thought it wasn’t fresh so Id give the overall food 3.5/5.
… moreJennifer Liu
What a gem of a BBQ spot in Gilroy. I’ve had good BBQ in New York, LA, and even Texas — but BBQ 152 really surprised me with how consistently flavorful and tender everything was. We got the meat combo with brisket, tri-tip, and pork ribs, and honestly, each one was excellent. The brisket had that perfect smoky bark and just melted in your mouth. The tri-tip was juicy and well-seasoned, and the pork ribs were fall-off-the-bone tender. You can tell they know what they’re doing here — no shortcuts.
But what truly makes this place stand out is the owner. He’s one of the most genuinely kind and warm-hearted people I’ve met in the restaurant world. You can tell he really cares about his guests having a great time — not just a good meal. He chatted with us like we were old friends, lent my 10-year-old nephew a cowboy hat, and even brought him a little dessert just to make his day extra special. That level of hospitality is rare.
The space itself has a casual, welcoming vibe. It’s unpretentious but full of heart. You feel like you’re at someone’s backyard cookout — except the food is next-level good.
There’s also a San Jose location, but I’m glad we stopped by the original in Gilroy. If you’re anywhere near the area and love BBQ — or just warm, quality places run by good people — don’t miss this spot.
… moreBut what truly makes this place stand out is the owner. He’s one of the most genuinely kind and warm-hearted people I’ve met in the restaurant world. You can tell he really cares about his guests having a great time — not just a good meal. He chatted with us like we were old friends, lent my 10-year-old nephew a cowboy hat, and even brought him a little dessert just to make his day extra special. That level of hospitality is rare.
The space itself has a casual, welcoming vibe. It’s unpretentious but full of heart. You feel like you’re at someone’s backyard cookout — except the food is next-level good.
There’s also a San Jose location, but I’m glad we stopped by the original in Gilroy. If you’re anywhere near the area and love BBQ — or just warm, quality places run by good people — don’t miss this spot.
Gene Godin
Stopped by for lunch and ordered a 1 pound brisket. The food came out perfect just the way I like it. The atmosphere and service is average for the diner. There lots of sitting space with umbrellas outside.
… morety fish
cute little quaint bbq spot. service was very pleasant, the employees were all very friendly and also brought our food up to the table for us. i got the burnt ends meal with beans, coleslaw, and cornbread. my partner got brisket, mac n cheese, beans, and garlic bread. mac n cheese, corn bread, beans, and brisket were all amazing. the burnt ends though, fully an 11/10. can’t speak on the garlic bread because i didn’t try it, but i highly regret not having a bite lol.
as far as portion sizes go i was able to have 3 meals out of my order
all in all, it’s a bit pricey but i do definitely recommend. just don’t order up all the burnt ends, save some for me! lol
… moreas far as portion sizes go i was able to have 3 meals out of my order
all in all, it’s a bit pricey but i do definitely recommend. just don’t order up all the burnt ends, save some for me! lol
Jasmine Mata
It was our first time coming here, and we made it for the last hour before closing.
It was delicious!! the pulled pork sandwich was amazing. The pulled pork itself was cooked perfectly and the bread they used was soft. I also ordered the bread pudding and it just melts in your mouth
By far the best bbq I had in the Gilroy area.
Shout out to “DANIEL” he gave us all the best recommendations, and
accommodated us with the great customer service skills he made the experience even more exceptional 10/10 would come back again.
… moreIt was delicious!! the pulled pork sandwich was amazing. The pulled pork itself was cooked perfectly and the bread they used was soft. I also ordered the bread pudding and it just melts in your mouth
By far the best bbq I had in the Gilroy area.
Shout out to “DANIEL” he gave us all the best recommendations, and
accommodated us with the great customer service skills he made the experience even more exceptional 10/10 would come back again.
TK
Our second time stopping here to grab a quick bite on our way south. Both times we enjoyed the bbq. I had the juicy and tender brisket sandwich. All their sandwiches come with a side, and I liked my cole slaw. Indoor and outdoor seating with a decent parking lot in front. It has a Texas vibe.
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