Slow Hand BBQ

I've been going to this place for a few years now.   For a BBQ spot, this is very spacious on the inside and well decorated with cow hide and longhorns. There is so much to look at.  It has such a good and welcoming vibe. 

    Restrooms are superclean, and I was surprised that they have a changing table and provide disposable changing pads for the babies. They also provide tampons and pads for women.  I was a little surprised and amazed that they provided these.  There are not a lot of places that you can go to nowadays that even provide any of these.

     We have tried a few items here, and I highly recommend:

1.  Brisket nachos - The chips are fresh, and it's just a cheesy brisket goodness. Don't mind the messiness. 

2.  Beef rib - Only available on Sundays.  It's reasonably affordable and comes with a side.  Good enough for 2 people.  I only recommend getting there early for it because it does sell out

3.  Corn beef special - this was only for St. Patty's Day. I have never had a corn beef brisket before, but man, I've been missing out.  It was well seasoned, tender,  and so flavorful.

4.  Loaded baked potato - this is one of the best I've ever had. It's a good-sized potato.

5.  Bacon wrapped jalapeno - a good appetizer to start with. They do not skimp on the bacon, and it packs a little heat to get you going.

6.  Key lime pie  - if you like key lime, this has a good tartness with a small hint of sweetness.  I especially love the crust.

7.  Maple bacon cake was different but reminded me of the maple bacon donuts you can buy.

I didn't really care for the mac n cheese and the ribs. I was a little disappointed that the rib didn't fall off the bone. It was a little tough.

Service was above and beyond, and you can't go wrong with the complimentary fountain soda.

Absolutely incredible. From service to food to ambiance. Josh and Randi were so friendly. We came on a Wednesday and they had karaoke and it was so much fun.

Let me say this again tho, the foooood is amazing!!! Tri tip, brisket, corned beef yummmm

Moral of the story, I went right back in a few days. And I don't live close. :)

Nestled in a cozy corner, Slow Hand bbq offers a cozy atmosphere, creating a delightful dining ambiance.

Now, let's talk about the food - The brisket sandwich was very flavorful boasting tender meat and just the right amount of smokiness. The nachos were piled high with savory toppings, each bite bursting with deliciousness.

But it wasn't just about the main courses - the potato salad was a creamy, tangy delight, perfectly complementing the rich flavors of the BBQ. And the half chicken? Cooked to perfection, with juicy meat and a crispy skin that left me craving for more.

The staff's warmth and attentiveness made the dining experience memorable. A must-visit for BBQ lovers!

I was not sure if we over- or under-ordered but the combo for 2 was just right for us. We had the brisket and the baby back ribs, with the cole slaw and beans. We had a fairly thick slice of brisket, which was amazingly tender. The baby back ribs were also very tender. The cole slaw and beans were okay, but sides were always just okay here. I would love to see something like collard greens or corn bread, but the meats here are just awesome.

I came here for lunch one afternoon to slow hand bbq. When I came in I was seated immediately. The waitress was very friendly and very polite. I ordered the 2 meat combo with salad and sweet potato tots. The two meats I had were chicken and ribs. The ribs and chicken were smoked to perfection and the sauce was nice addition to the meat. The sweet potato tots were very tasty and very flavorful. The ambiance is very customer friendly and has a lot of parking. This is a great place to come get some good bbq.

I'm gonna say this loud, proud, and with my chest:

THE SMOKED CORNED BEEF RUBEN IS MY FAVORITE SANDWICH IN THE EAST BAY.

Sandwich supremacy is not to be trifled with. I am a sandwich GIRLIE. I take them SERIOUSLY. The confluence of perfectly tender smoked meat, melted swiss, homemade sauerkraut, strong mustard, and marbled rye?!?? Eaten after a long hike around Las Trampas?!!(*@ It's enough to make a sandwich girlie levitate. I have like 12 pictures of this sandwich across 3 phones but I've only included the most recent.

TBH I've had a bbq plate from here before and it was p good, but this sandwich is where it's at.

We've never had a chance to visit this place. Only heard good things about them. We came in at 5:30 on a Saturday evening and it was busy but not packed. We received a friendly greeting at the counter. Place smelled great btw. We ordered the two meat platter with fries and potato salad. I got their version of a McRib with Cole slaw, a Cobb salad with chicken, loaded baked potato, and the brisket nachos. Food was really good; moist, not too Smoky, and good portions. The slaw was a tangy version with an Asian taste, potato salad was not too creamy. Fries were nice and crispy. All the meat was tasty. They had live music which went well with the vibe. Service was friendly. We'll be back-

I've lived in Pleasant Hill most of my life and have driven past this joint many times. I finally tried it recently for takeout. I went with the brisket and baby back ribs. The BBQ was not bad but not the best I've ever had. The thing I liked the most was the tater tots! They were fried to perfection and it came with the sour cream sauce that tasted amazing. If I come back, it'd be to dine in with a beer since they have a great selection.

LABOR DAY WEEKEND BBQ

Summer technically ends on September 21. However regarding vacations summer for most of us ends after Labor Day. While enjoying the last few days of summer vacation I came to Slow Hand BBQ the night before Labor Day. When I go to BBQ joints there has to be an item that has to be special or "jumps out of the menu". One of the items I noticed was the smoked corned beef. That was one reason why I went to Slow Hand BBQ. The other reason is the beef rib, which is only served on Sundays. My initial plan was to get a pound of smoked corned beef and a beef rib. As my birthday is coming up in a couple of weeks I thought about ordering from the catering menu. At the last minute I ordered a 1/2-pound beef brisket, 1/2-pound smoked corned beef, and a beef rib plate that includes a side order, which I choose coleslaw.

Instead of eating inside I decided to eat outside where there were wooden picnic tables. Several minutes later the BBQ tray arrived of all the items I ordered. I glanced over the items then proceeded to devour. The beef brisket was moist and flavorful. The beef rib was juicy and rich. The best item I ordered was the smoked corned beef. I love corned beef at restaurants yet never had smoked corned beef. The corned beef at Slow Hand BBQ was succulent as the fat melted inside the meat. I am not going to say that this was the best corned beef I ever ate at an eatery, but it was the best item I ate that night. The combination eating the beef brisket and corned beef eventually made me too full to finish the beef rib.

I like how pickles and raw onions were served. They act as a compliment texture to the fatty meats. The rolls were soft. The coleslaw was a major disappointment. I love coleslaw with mayonnaise as that is my preference. I understand there is no mayonnaise with the coleslaw served at Slow Hand BBQ but there is vinegar, which besides cabbage is the main component for coleslaw. The more I ate the coleslaw at Slow Hand BBQ there was aftertaste. That might have to do with the bell peppers. I like bell peppers, but not in my coleslaw.

Other than the coleslaw I really enjoyed my meal at Slow Hand BBQ. I plan to come back again. My "go to" item will still be the smoked corned beef. I will try new items such as the St. Louis Ribs, hot links, and chopped pork, which sounds really intriguing.

Food is excellent. Used to dislike their sides but last time I went they were good. I believe there may be newer owners. If you want some bbq head on over to them and belly up.