Breakwater Barbecue, El Granada

Reviewer: Foodnut.com

Breakwater Barbecue

30 Ave Portola

El Granada, CA 94018

(650) 713-5303

Breakwater Barbecue Website

Breakwater Barbecue, El Granada

Breakwater Barbecue is an American craft barbecue carvery specializing in all wood smoked high quality meats. They’ve been around since 2020 and were listed in the SF Chronicles top BBQ list. We were biking nearby (God’s Trail is legendary) and dropped in for lunch. They are located 2 blocks from the beach. We’ve been back already in June!

The BBQ is as good as anything in SF. Far better than 4505. Give it a try if you are nearby. They run out of meats, so come early. Rivals Horn BBQ in Oakland, without the long lines.

Safety Pluses – Outdoor seating. Online menu, Delivery services available, online ordering.

Breakwater Food Review:

Breakwater BBQ El Granada ribs brisket

Brisket ($16/0.5 pound) Creekstone Farms Certified Black Angus, dry rubbed. Nice black edge and lots of fat. Tender juicy. Solid BBQ sauce. 9/10

Pork Ribs ($12 for 2) All natural, dry rubbed, sauced. Very tender and great for pork fans. 9/10
BBQ Tray Ribs ($23) 1/2 LB Smoked meat Served w/ two small sides, Breakwater Pickles, sliced onion, sauce, thick sliced yellow bread is a good way to create a slightly cheaper meal from the meat. 9/10

Breakwater BBQ El Granada Ribs Pulled Pork

Gold Rush Pulled Pork ($13 for 1/2 pound) Bone In Pork Shoulder, “Gold Rush” seasoned dry rubbed is one huge mound of tender shredded pork. Well done. 8.5/10
Their Spicy Carrot Sauce is a Vinegar based, Carolina style BBQ Sauce with a significant heat kick to it.

Breakwater BBQ El Granada beef ribs

Beef Ribs ($45) First and 3rd sundays only. These are expensive but they convinced us to try it. No regrets. Very meaty, fall apart tender. We asked for some thick bread and they accomodated us. 8.5/10

Beans & Greens ($6 for small ) Seasonal special. Simms Organics swiss chard, black eyed peas, sliced garlic, house smoked sausage. A surprisingly great side. 10/10

Apple Cilantro Slaw ($6) Crisp and creamy with a hint of spice. Also very good side. 8/10

Mac’n Cheese ($6) Cheesy, creamy. Roasted poblanos, Gold Rush spiced is very cheesy with a slight hint of spice. Big portion. 8.5/10

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Breakwater Barbecue Overall Rating: (Very Good 2.5)

Come Back?

Food Rating: (Very Good)
Service Rating: (Very Good)
Atmosphere Rating: (Very Good)
Value Rating: (Very Good)

Guide: 0 = poor, 1 = Below/Average, 2 = Good, 2.5 = Very Good, 3 = Excellent , 4 = Extraordinary

Alcohol:Beer, Wine
Attire:Casual
Parking:Street
Reservations:Yes

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