In a modest gray building along Oakland’s San Pablo Avenue, smoke curls lazily into the California sky, sending aromatic messages that translate universally to “get here now and bring your appetite.”
Horn Barbecue might look unassuming from the outside, but inside these walls, barbecue magic happens with such consistent brilliance that even the most jaded meat enthusiasts find themselves converted to true believers.
The exterior doesn’t scream for attention – just simple white lettering against gray walls – but the line of eager patrons forming before opening tells you everything you need to know.
This isn’t just a meal; it’s a pilgrimage…