Gorilla Barbeque

Got the ribs and sausage. The sausage looked like Father Time's johnson and the ribs were dry, tough, and chewy. The BBQ sauce is almost straight ketchup. Tastes like they grabbed a bottle of ketchup, threw some black pepper garlic powder in it, shook it around and called it BBQ sauce. This place is a waste of money

We've been coming here periodically for over a decade and I can say with high confidence that the quality has been consistently degrading. The first time we came, we found the portions huge and the meat fresh and tender. The flavor was phenomenal, the prices reasonable, and the hours convenient. Now they are only open three days a week. We arrived 30 minutes after opening on a Friday presuming that we will get the freshest possible meat. Instead we found the brisket very dry and flavorless and the portion quite small for an unreasonable price. The ribs were huge, but under-done and lacking flavor (all you could taste was pork fat). The BBQ sauce tasted old. Pasta in the Mac & Cheese was over-cooked and the flavor was over-powered by the spices/rub mixed-in. Plus, as you can see from the menu from 2017, they've gotten rid of the combo platters to streamline the menu. But it makes ordering a decent variety for a small number of people impractical. We no longer plan to make lunch at Gorilla a central part of our day trips up to Pacifica from Mountain View...not worth it anymore, especially with it being 100% take-out.

went right at 12 and no line. Got 1/2 lb brisket and 1/2 rack of ribs. Brisket was ok but you barely get anything. 1/2 rack of ribs is wayyy more bang for your buck. Mac and cheese was fireeeee but the corn bread is a HARD pass. it was dry afffff lol

This spot has been on my list for the past 3 years and haven’t had an opportunity to stop by or they were closed. WELL WORTH THE WAIT! 1/2 rack of ribs and brisket were super tender, the ribs were also fall off the bone soft. Both had a nice bark was nice and smoke ring shows how long it’s been in the smoker and the bbq sauce was a nice complement to the meat. Mac n cheese was flavorful, I think I taste Gouda and and a little heat from it. Very satisfying. Potatoe salad was creamy and light, good mouth contrast with everything we got. Corn bread made from scratch and has chunks of corn in it. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Cool little spot off highway 1 inside of an orange trailer. Waited 30ish minutes and spent $55 dollars for everything above plus a soda. Split between two people and had left overs. Worth it and would definitely come back.

Was looking for some good Cali bbq, found this and I do have to say that the bbq itself definitely lives up to the hype. Not the best I’ve ever had but the best I’ve had in Cali! I had the brisket and Mac n cheese. First the star; the brisket. The meat was super tender and juicy, moist with the perfect amount of fat and char. Taste was very good and overall it was just a great example of bbq, not just for the west coast but in general. I’d give the brisket a 4.7/5 star rating! The Mac n cheese, well it was a disappointment. Not sure if it’s always like this but the noodles were to soft almost to the point of being soggy, the cheese sauce was nice and thick but something was just off about it. Flavor was okay but nothing to write home about. It seemed like this was not freshly made and I was really disappointed in the Mac. My rating would be a 1.5/5 stars for this. Overall not sure if I just got an older batch of Mac or what, but the bbq itself is what redeemed them and I would go again just for that.

I asked for lean brisket. Got fatty, chewy brisket. The place has gone way downhill since Guy F was here. The original partner left and went to Canada since then. The last time I’ll go there.

Excellent food! Fast and cheerful service out of a caboose railcar! Wish they were open more days (weekend only at present) and no seating, so plan on take out. Our favorite San Francisco Bay Area barbecue! We eat on nearby beach!

This food is good. Got the pulled pork sandwich and the brisket sandwich and the meat was juicy and perfectly cooked. Saw this place on my way to Grey Whale Cove and saw the long line stretching down the street so thought it would be worth a gander and boy was I not mistaken. The sauce that comes with the sandwich has just the right amount of spice to it to really set off meat and give it that extra flavor. Got the last of the brisket and really glad I did because it was amazing, perfect amount of fat on the meatband bbq to perfection. The sides are tasty though I would recommend the potato salad the most had loads of flavor and no onions which is a plus for me. The cornbread is good comes in a little muffin though I wish it had been warmed and came with butter. The beans in rice was bland had no spices at all I guess I could have mixed in the sandwich sauce but hindsight always 20/20 right. They had a lot of canned beverages to choose from but I am most appreciative that they had Squirt as thats my favorite and most places don't carry it. Staff is great and friendly and the service is super fast by the time I finished my order the food was out in about a minute no joke, so if you're in the mood for BBQ or just good food in general definitely check this place out.

I've been wanting to try this place for years. But the long line has always been a little off putting. But today the stars were aligned and there was no line at 1:30PM. I finally went inside and was pleasantly surprised how nice, clean, and well organized they were. I didn't expect it since the outside is so simple. The young woman behind the counter was very helpful and super friendly. Answering my stupid questions like does the sandwich come with lettuce and tomatoes with a pleasant smile that implied you don't know how good this sandwich is going to be without it. Of course she was fully correct. I don't eat beef or pork, but was looking forward to the chicken. After considering my options I got the chicken sandwich with peppers added. See pictures. The sandwiches come with one side. I picked the coleslaw. The sandwich is served on a soft French style roll with simply the chicken meat and very limited toppings. It doesn't need any toppings because the meat is so well cooked and so delicious on its own. Yet I still got the peppers. It was perfect and very satisfying. There is no seating at the restaurant. It's all to-go. The menu is limited, but what they do they do very well. Looking forward to the next time I go and trying different sides. Maybe next time I'll try the half chicken. :)

Finally went in there after years of driving by. I should have kept driving today. I just got the brisket and it terrible. Just dry, gray looking, no bark, and not tender at all. This is worse than those airport BBQ joints. Just terrible. You're much better off going to breakwater BBQ in half moon bay.

I was not impressed with the BBQ at all, it has an aftertaste that I did not really care for and there was nothing special about the sides. The service was ok, not friendly. It's a take home place so not much ambiance, but interesting that they sell out of a train. The price is also pretty steep, if I had to do it all over again I'd probably head to Armadillo Willy's.

My first choice is always the BBQ Brisket and it will run out , so get there early, but not earlier than me! lol I do like their ribs and will order from time to time. I don't think I have had any food that I was disappointed in. The service works well with such a small space and people are patient to give their order and get their order. They do have it down to a science.

Used to come here all the time back in the day, then switched jobs and went years without visiting Gorilla BBQ....that is until earlier this month when I was in the area for a hair appointment. A lot has changed - they're only open Friday-Sunday now, and gone are the combo plates where you'd get cornbread and sides with your meats. I was a little taken aback that I had to order their mac&cheese separately, and that they had run out of brisket that Friday I went (even though they just opened). They did tell me no brisket is a rare occurrence for them, so I'm rounding up my 3.5 stars to 4 because while I miss the combo plates, Gorilla's been in the BBQ game for a minute and the food still doesn't miss a beat.

The first time I tried Gorilla BBQ I had a combo meal with brisket, sausage and pulled pork and though it was okay. This time, I wanted a 2 meat combo of chicken and ribs was talked into ordering a whole chicken with the half rack of ribs and thought the meat was excellent. The ribs and chicken were full of smoky flavor and you could see smoke ring. The meat was juicy and pull apart tender. The combo comes with a choice of 2 sides, beans and rice, a corn muffin and BBQ sauce. I thought the bbq sauce was well balanced. Their mac n cheese is okay, as is their potato salad. The corn muffin was pretty good. The portions are very generous and my most recent meal was eaten over multiple days and still tasted delicious! Some times the line can be pretty long but on this most recent visit I waited 2 minutes to order and 5 minutes for the food. Parking is available in their lot, which can be a bit crazy given that there are no painted lines. There is no seating so be prepared to eat in your car or on your car or take your food elsewhere. The staff is friendly and it's clear there's a lot of locals that stop by. It's a simple operation that runs smoothly to get folks in and out.

If you're a BBQ lover, Gorilla Barbeque in Pacifica is a must! Housed in a bright orange train car, this spot is all about authentic, no-frills barbecue, and it absolutely delivers. The moment you pull up, the smell of smoked meats fills the air, and you know you're in for something special. Their tagline says it all: "If we are smoking, we are open," and trust me, you'll be glad they are! I ordered the brisket, ribs, and BBQ chicken, and all three were amazing! The brisket was melt-in-your-mouth tender with a perfect smoky flavor and bark, while the ribs were juicy and fell right off the bone. But the BBQ chicken? Wow! It was incredibly moist, perfectly seasoned, and had that classic smoky BBQ flavor that makes you crave more. Also the Chicken sells out FAST, so get there early. Whether you're a fan of beef, pork, or chicken, Gorilla's got you covered. The portions are huge, so be smart about ordering. Their BBQ sauce is tangy and adds the right kick without overpowering the meats. As for the sides, they were decent but honestly didn't impress me as much as the meats. The mac and cheese was creamy but lacked that extra punch of flavor, and the baked beans and cornbread were okay but nothing to write home about. The real reason you come here is definitely for the smoked meats, so I'd recommend focusing on those! Important note!!!! Gorilla Barbeque is only open on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, and it gets busy fast. There's often a line, but it's totally worth the wait. We get there early around (12pm) to avoid the rush. It's take-out only, so grab your BBQ and head to the beach or a nearby park to enjoy it with a view! Overall, Gorilla Barbeque is hands down one of the best BBQ spots in the Bay Area. If you're all about the meats, this place won't disappoint!

My family and I have been making the trek to Gorilla BBQ for several years. They have been very consistent. The wait isn't too bad, but be prepared to wait around ~20+ minutes. Make sure to go early so they don't sell out of what you want. WORTH ORDERING: - Ribs: dry style, nice tender meet. Does need the BBQ sauce - Chicken: great flavor! - Mac & Cheese: good flavor, quality cheese and noodles I'D PASS ON: - Rice and Beans, was very watery - Corn Bread, not worth the price Overall, great local joint for BBQ in the Bay! Always fun to take for to go and eat on the beach.

Great food good fast service worth the drive will be back soon!! I love the brisket my wife loved the pooled pork!

It's been awhile since I last visited Gorilla Barbecue in Pacifica. Apparently, I didn't give a review and possibly, a place I wanted to revisit to give a fair review. First time (about 10 yrs ago) I had the ribs and mac n cheese and thought it decent (a bit dry, not flavorful) and unfortunately, hadn't been back since. It was 5:30 and mentioned they were out of chicken, pulled pork...and then after we ordered told ribs were out too. I guess we'll go with the brisket which I prefer and friend was offered brisket and links. We both enjoyed the brisket: flavorful, tender, juicy...my friend said the links were "ok" and had a kick. We were the last customers so we both opted not to get any sides but given 3 cornbread each which was nice. Overall, 3.5 for the items ordered. Service was friendly, pricing reasonable and inline with like places. Located along Coastal Highway 1 to the left. You'll see the lone, orange freight car with a line of people. There was only 2 people ahead of us when we got there with most items out. Place is set up for takeout only

Stopped in today, Friday afternoon, to check out the DDD hype. Sadly we missed out on the sold out brisket so we ordered the half rack of ribs and potato salad. The ribs blew our minds. They're that good, (amazingly generous portions) super tender, smoky, and completely falls clean off the bone. The only thing missing is a side pickles to offset the rich bbq. Also the potato salad was more of a mashed potato texture, I was hoping for a traditional style with chunky potatoes and higher acidity. Again, just craving some kind of acid or brightness to offset. Even a mustard based Carolina BBQ sauce would work. Overall, Gorilla BBQ stands up to the hype. Very pleasantly surprised!

Unfortunately, I gotta tell the truth about my experience. So, I just wanted my 68+ 5 dollar tip be worth the trip. Super expensive and lack of quality is a problem. Dry, dry, drier, driest brisket I have ever had on earth. Dry pork: Haphazardly cut-up and pulled, no juice, decent smoke tho. Wet flavorless beans and over-cooked rice. Soggy Mac and cheese with cheese bits that seemed old and something you'd find in a old 1970's cafeteria. Mashed potato salad. Flavor is very reminiscent of every store bought potato salad I've ever tasted. My feeling is that it is exactly that, but they may whip it up and smooth it out and add a bit of spice and call it there own. The corn bread is a criminal offense. Straight-up JIFFY! DRY AS EFF, SICKLY SWEET, CHEAP TASTING, AND TINY @ $2.75 per muffin. Counter staff was nice. I wanted to enjoy some good BBQ. And Sadly, this joint is all hype.

Ordered 1/2 lb of brisket, 1/2 a chicken, and 1/2 rack of ribs along with 1/2 dozen corn bread, 1 large potato salad and 1 XL mac & cheese. Service was friendly and prompt. We were in and out quickly. There is no seating since it's take away only, so we ate our bbq in the parking lot in our car. The ribs were the best on this occasion. Usually the brisket is the star, but it was dry and not fatty enough. The smoky flavor and rub on the brisket was good though.

4 stars for the brisket. 3 stars for everything else. The brisket was tender and juicy. 1 lb of brisket is good for one person although it doesn't look like a lot of meat. It was about 4-5 thick slices. The ribs meat fell off the bone but the outer layer of the ribs were hard and dry so I will not be getting the ribs again. The macaroni and cheese was bland and lacking salt. The corn bread was basic. Someone ordered 3 pulled pork sandwiches all for himself so that seem like a popular item that I'd like to try the next time I'm here. I got here at 11:30 on a Friday when they opened at 12 and I was first in line. The line started getting long (around 10-15 people) around 11:50.

Barbecue anyone? Absolutely, if you are in the area of Pacifica. Trust me when I say run, do not walk, to Gorilla Barbecue! We were in the area and the hubster found this gem. Apparently, this barbecue is so epic, that on occasion people will line up an hour before they open. So we had to come here to get our BBQ on. It's a cute box car converted into this quaint restaurant. One can smell the deliciousness upon your arrival. The parking area is ample, but could use some repaving. This is an order at the counter and carry out type place. Which we were fine with as we enjoyed our meal at a local park. The staff is courteous, friendly and even help with suggestions. We ordered a half rack of pork ribs, the beef brisket, Mac and cheese, and baked beans. Their ribs practically fell off the bone and the brisket was chef kiss-eye-rolling to-the-back-of-your-head-super delicious! Baked beans really are only the hubster's thing and he enjoyed them. Now to the Mac & Cheese...not a fan. Sorry. But this was the only let down. It was not cheesy and goey, but more congealed. Definitely not appetizing. But it did not warrant any removal of stars from me. (Note: if I went inside I may have ordered another side, but that's a different story.) The portions are plentiful so we had leftovers to enjoy later. Come and enjoy this delicious food as soon as you can. You will go bananas for Gorilla Barbecue just like we did!

We came here after hiking at moir point and even though they don't open until 12pm, there was a line forming as early as 11am! There's no indoor seating nor table service, it's more of an order to-go place. They will provide utensils as many customers eat in their car like a car picnic. It's not your typical bbq joints where they cut & measure the meat for you. Their system is quick & efficient. There is one door in & out so it can get crowded esp when you're passing through with trays of food.. We ordered a pound of brisket, half rack ribs, 2 hotlinks, XL Mac & cheese (not on their menu), small potato salad and 2 cornbreads. Obviously, we were hungry haha but we also had leftovers. The potato salad was yummy & small was a perfect size for a side. The cornbread was on the sweeter side. The brisket was tender & juicy. The hotlinks were short & stubby, not your typical look for a hotlink. The mac & cheese wasn't the best but maybe it's our preference. The clumps of cheese wasn't it for me. The bbq sauce added that extra zing! The ribs were fall off the bone too! Another bonus was that all of that was just under $100! Definitely bang for your buck! By the time we left the parking lot, the traffic coming into Pacifica was pretty bad. Would I make the drive & sit in traffic for this bbq? Debatable. But if you're in town or around this area, definitely get you some & don't forget to get there early to stand in line & to make sure they don't run out of anything you may want.

Got there a little bit before they opened at noon. A couple cars waiting then a few more trickled in. Small stall but checkout was pretty quick. Order a la carte. The ribs and brisket were the best. Tender, juicy, falls off the bone. Mac and cheese was good but I like mine more melty. The cornbread was tiny, like a mini muffin. Parking lot is bumpy and broken. No seating area, only to go but really good bbq!

Going on a hike before 2:30pm? Snag a rack of Gorilla BBQ ribs! Great to-go BBQ. Perfectly crispy and juicy. The line is pretty quick, and they're open until they run out. There is no seating, so make sure you've got a picnic spot in mind or drop the tailgate in the shade.

Gorilla Barbeque was a very pleasant visit. I arrived at 1:45pm on a Friday and it was not busy at all. The parking lot had plenty of space. As they're only opened fri/sat/sun, fridays the least busiest. The restaurant itself is a small bungalow with no seating. We ate in the parking lot, we couldn't wait to eat lol. We ordered corn bread, Mac n cheese, pulled pork, rack of ribs, and beef brisket. The star of the show was definitely the rack of ribs! It was so juicy and flavorful. The beef brisket was also juicy, while the pulled pork was just decent. For the Mac n cheese and corn bread, they were also decent. I think i would come back for the rack of ribs. The employee working the register was super nice and funny! We also only waited a few minutes before receiving our order. Our order was roughly 100$ before tips.

disappointing I've probably visited this place over 4 times now and every-time was a bust (ran out of stuff) or they were closed until yesterday! They only ran out of hot links which was a bummer but we did get to order some things. There was a little bit of line when we got there but it went by quick! The road to park was rocky.. but i guess part of the vibe? *** We ordered (based on staff recommendation): - Beef Brisket: pretty dry. again not much flavor 2/5 Stars - 1/2 Rack of Ribs: nothing crazy special. not much 'smoke' flavor. just tasted like meat.. lol 3/5 Stars - Mac n Cheese: sooooo disappointing. The noodle was so soft that the whole thing tasted like it was made two-three days ago.. there wasn't really any flavor. no cheese. no kick. definitely a no go. 0/5 Stars - Coleslaw: pretty good! not too sweet but for almost $7 for that size.. 3/5 Stars Overall, very disappointing. I guess the episode where Guy Furry comes and reviews this place was over a decade ago. Anyways, good place to try once and move on.

Ribs n Chicken bbq perfectly done. Brisket n hot links a bit pricey -small portion as well as the sides (macaroni cheese, beans n rice). Bbq sauce is the best.

Very fatty meat The coleslaw which you have to pay extra for was not very tasty . Very expensive! Would not recommend or go back myself .

This place changed, used to have the good meat combo with side. It was the best option. Now it's one by one. Thank you for the good past memories. If y'all want to try yeah. The flavor of the food has changed dramatically the mac and cheese is blend. Coleslaw is more salty and tastes like alcohol. The pork ribs are gamy, no more the smoky flavor, the brisket is tough and dry. I came back here because the food is good. But now I am okay. Sorry for the bad review but, What happened to the food?!

The hours of business are hard to figure out and hardly ever when we wanted to go there. It's a good sign that they don't have to open all the time I guess.

The BBQ is decent for the Bay Area. I got there at 12 when they opened and was 1 of 2 people was in and out in 3 mins. I had a whole smoked chicken and it was nice and moist. It's in a renovated caboose, not as cramped inside as you would think. Overall it's a great option for BBQ in an otherwise barren BBQ landscape.

My top favorite BBQ place. Absolutely love all of it! Best flavors and worth the price. Come early, they close when they sell out.

I guess it just wasn't what I expected for 75$ I always see the long lines I thought it would be better than it was. A sandwich, 2 hot links, some brisket. I medium side and 3 corn bread for $75 wasn't worth it. I was kinda disappointed when I walked in and saw white people cooking. Having a ex black husband I've had GOOD bbq and this wasn't it for me.

1/2 lb of brisket ($17.58 with tax): First time here! The food smelled so good as I waited in line. I got their brisket and their bbq sauce is amazing. It's a little sweet and tangy. Their brisket was a bit dry but I loved the flavor.

Stopped here for lunch, we ordered a tri-tip, chicken and pulled pork sandwiches for lunch and we all loved them, the reason I didn't do a 5 star is due to the "sides". They are more of an hors d'oeuvre size; the Mac and cheese we rated is a 3 out of 10, the corn bread was an 8 but also the size was laughable. We would go back for the bbq and leave the sides alone. Also the price for the sides is too high for what you're getting. Staff were nice.

Food is ok. My son loves that they're based out of a train car. The reason for a low rating is due to their non responsiveness to correct an issue. I had purchased a full rack of ribs among other things. We received a half rack, which is about a $20 difference. Not a big problem-- mistakes happen. But when I call they don't answer ( ok no problem they're just). Their voicemail is full (meh?). And they haven't responded to my emails to get in touch ( not cool). This inability to resolve an issue is problematic. I promise to update if there are any. But until then, I'm $20 out and unable to resolve this issue

My boyfriend's boss recommended this barbecue spot when he heard we were headed to the Bay Area. We came for lunch on Friday and it was so quick to order and get our food. We waited less than 3 minutes for our order. The server taking our order was so helpful and offered us different food off the menu. We ordered the rack of ribs, smoked beef brisket, pulled pork, corn bread, and Mac and cheese. Everything was so delicious and we even got another order of smoked beef brisket to go. The restaurant is a bungalow so the downside is this spot is to-go only so be ready to eat in the parking lot, your car, or bring it home. It is right by the beach too so it gets windy. Would definitely come back for the ribs, smoked beef brisket, and try the sandwiches.

Greatest bbq ribs in Pacifica. The corn bread is great. I also love the chicken, beef brisket and the pulled pork.

The brisket is the only reason I kept coming back and it 3 stars. However, the hours post covid were ridiculous, so I had to move on to another brisket place. Sadly, now it's just a roadside memory. Seems like they are only open saturday for 4 hours . Idk but it was nice while it lasted.

They don't have a combo choice so couldn't try a little bit of everything. Individual 1/2 pound cost up to $20! If you want to try everything be prepared to spend $20 per item. Overall this place is very sauce dependent. Can't even eat without. Brisket = very dry without the sauce you are just eating a rock Hot links = it's alright not the best but tasted better compared to brisket and ribs Ribs= dry and overcooked Mac and Cheese= the only redeeming choice Service = friendly +1 Food = mehh +1 for Mac and cheese

Staff is awesome , brisket was little dry , not much of a smoke ring or taste either. You should not have to use BBQ sauce to eat brisket, it should basically melt in your mouth. The ribs were very tasty and meaty though. Unfortunately I'm comparing the brisket to Texas BBQ..

The wait can be long on Saturday. I got in line at 11:30 and there were 4 people in line already. The line goes by quick and orders come out even quicker. No more meal options available, everything is a la carte. The ribs were nice and meaty with good flavor. Sadly, 2 of the ribs were mini sized. The lean brisket was pretty dry. Small parking lot. No indoor or outdoor seating, strictly takeout Cash and card accepted

Food was delicious and there was certainly lots of it - definitely a bang for your buck! Folks behind the counter were also delightful! My only gripe is they don't have any space to eat so you gotta take it to the beach or to go.

We pass by this place often and finally made the stop. We always see a line formed outside during lunchtime. We arrived around 12:30 and the line went quickly. Excellent customer service -- friendly and fast. Ordered ribs, pulled pork, and corn bread. Ribs fall off the bone and their bbq sauce is delicious. I recommend heating up the corn bread and adding extra butter.

As others here have mentioned, this is probably the best BBQ in all of the Bay Area and well worth the drive to Pacifica. Be warned that this is takeaway only so plan ahead to visit a beach or park to sit out in the sun and enjoy your food. The beef brisket sandwich was our favorite. The sandwich was already doused in a sauce (different from the bbq sauce that came on the side) and it went perfectly with the meat. The portion size is excellent and we had plenty of leftovers to eat the following day. I'm still thinking about the beef brisket several days later so we will definitely be back soon!

Flavor was really good, got there towards the end of the day though so a bunch of the ribs were kind of dry. Also remember that the sausage is super spicy. If you can't handle that you may want to try something else. Really like this place overall.

Make sure to always check their website for current operation hours. Their BBQ is my second favorite next to the BBQs found on the other side of the bay First is Kinders go check them out if you have a chance you will not be disappointed. Third is Everett and Jones.

This was my first time there and I had the brisket and a side of potatoes salad. I found the brisket to be tender with a good smokey flavor. As other people have stated It was a little bit on the dry side. I enjoy it that way with sauce.Unfortunately they gave me one small sauce for my half pound of brisket. Had I been paying more attention I would have asked for extra but it was obviously not enough for the amount of meat. The potato salad was good. The service was friendly and fast. They have limited hours.There is a lack of seating and the access is difficult for people with disabilities.

The taste of Pulled Pork is nothing short of heavenly. The slow cooking process allows the meat to become incredibly tender, effortlessly falling apart with each bite. The flavors are deep and rich, with a perfect balance of smokiness and natural sweetness. The combination of the smoky aroma and the succulent pork creates an irresistible flavor profile that keeps you coming back for more.

Barely a 1, not really a business. Blah blah blah...if you're not committed to providing a service I.e. food business just sell so we can get some REAL BBQ around here!

Excellent. The best BBQ I've had since I've been out here from New Orleans. Dry rub BBQ and you won't be disappointed.

The bbq is amazing. Stick to that. Everything else I say here is my opinion. Love these guys so please consider the food is excellent... They got rid of meal plate which was meat of choice with sides - now the sides are so tiny and you purchase separate. They made you feel like it's a good deal before, now it's just not. Lines are short which tells me the customer base shrunk: profitability increased so much they don't care. Bbq sauce is so good, I'd buy a container each visit.

The bbq was decent. Coming from TX, I have high standards for bbq as a whole. The ribs were tender, but the brisket was hit and miss. Half of it was chewy with the other half nice and tender, but both were Luke warm and needed additional seasoning. The sausage was on point and juicy with a great snap from the casing. The Mac n cheese was no bueno....dry like the Sahara desert. Some like it that way, but my preference is creamy. If I'm ever in CA again and in that area, I'd go again. Sadly, I'll never go back to CA. Deducted 2 stars for the brisket and Mac.

Gorilla BBQ offers some good smoked barbeque. I first visited the location after having seen it featured online and when it was featured on the Food Network. Oddly enough, Gorilla BBQ was popular even before it was featured on TV. In fact, I heard about it from friends and coworkers. After seeing more online and watching the show, it was worth taking a trip to Pacifica. Located right off Highway 1 in a slightly rural area of Pacifica, it's a blink-and-you-miss-it train caboose. The food is very good. It's more of a Texas-style smoked BBQ. During all of my visits to Gorilla BBQ, the lines have always been long. There is ample parking (even during most weekend hours). However, the one caveat of the restaurant's popularity is the fact that they run out of items if you visit later after lunch. In fact, I once stood in line for 45 minutes only to find that the guy standing in line directly in front of me bought just about everything remaining. The staff apologized and offered me a half-off coupon for my next visit. Instead of bitterness (because who could be bitter at such delicious BBQ?), I used this as a lesson to visit earlier next time! The owner, Rich "Gorilla" Bacchi, is a cool guy too. I brought my mom and aunt to Gorilla BBQ after they flew in to visit me in Northern California. My mom struck a conversation with Rich. She somehow thought that Rich's surname was "Thrasher" (because she saw some "Thrasher" stickers on the counter and walls). He laughed and offered a couple of stickers to her. That was a kind (and very amazing) gesture! TIP 1: If you want ribs, you need to get there EARLY. They sell out fast! In fact, I've never actually been early enough to purchase them. TIP 2: Since there is no indoor seating area, I recommend parking somewhere along Highway 1 to eat your barbeque. Rockaway Beach (located just south of Gorilla BBQ) is my favorite spot to eat some BBQ. It has a nice parking lot next to the water too. Otherwise, the southern parking area at Devil's Slide (located about four miles south and just past the tunnel) is wonderful too. However, Devil's Slide has fewer parking spots -- especially on the weekend. TIP 3: Dress for the weather! This is Pacifica, California. There are plenty of nice summer days where the temperature doesn't get out of the 50s and a cold mist will set in. If you're standing in line for 30-60 minutes, you might feel the chill!

The food was awesome. I got the ribs and the beef brisket, macaroni, and corn bread. The ribs we're way better than the brisket. Had to wait in line a while and everything was to-go only. The service was good, no complaints. The restaurant was in an old train so the ambiance was really neat. Would totally go back again.