Gorilla Barbeque

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. :)

ugh last time the bbq brisket was tough and drynever had such bad brisket here ever2 stars instead of 1 star because the bbq sauce is still amazing

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.

Unfortunately our recent order made me drop a star. Usually both the ribs and chicken are 1000% amazing but only the chicken was worth raving about. The ribs were very dry and tough, maybe the kitchen was just having an off day. We ordered well before closing time so I don't think the ribs had the chance to sit all day and coagulate. I guess even the best places sometimes miss. We'll give them a pass since their chicken has been consistently good. Try it before it quickly sells out. I guarantee you'll fall in love. Lastly, a whole chicken will feed you for a few days so if you're not a fan of leftovers, choose the halfsie :)

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.

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.

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 noodlesI'D PASS ON:- Rice and Beans, was very watery- Corn Bread, not worth the priceOverall, great local joint for BBQ in the Bay! Always fun to take for to go and eat on the beach.

We unfortunately stopped here for lunch & I had the worst pulled pork sandwich I've probably ever had. It was all fat & some nasty tender thing. It was so unappetizing. I pulled a hard, long, tenden thing out of my mouth. It was just disgusting. The one star is for the really yummy Mac & cheese!! my husband said the rice & beans were good too but his brisket was just alright.