Roderick's BBQ

Had a delicious sandwich with a side of macaroni 🥪🧀—the sandwich was full of flavor! The macaroni could use a bit more love, but I’ll definitely be back because the rest of the menu looks amazing 😋. Service was excellent, and I really enjoyed watching the owner personally greet all of his customers. We had a great conversation—such a kind and welcoming person. I truly wish his business continued success! 🙌 Highly recommend giving this place a visit!

Came back to update my review from 3 stars to 5. This is the best BBQ I’ve had in a few years. I’ve been eating here 2-3 times a week since finding this gem and their customer service is top tier. They really appreciate their customers and listen if you have any feedback. If you’re looking for authentic BBQ in the Bay Area this is definitely the place to go.

roderick’s is the real deal. the links was on point! the smoked chicken was good and that spicy bbq sauce was everything you need. definitely coming back and need to get some dessert next time i pull up.

I live in San Francisco, but I went across the bridge to have some of this barbecue and it is by far the best and he gives you a serious portion of food that you can have leftovers for the next day. I tried the tri-tip with mac & cheese and greens and I had Peach cobbler on the side. The peach cobbler was just the right amount of sweet and tart. The owner was there he gave me a little history about some barbecue places and the atmosphere there is amazing parking could be a challenge, but I got parking right up front but it is worth the food and is worth the wait for the parking. I 100% recommend this spotif you want some good barbecue.

They are so friendly and kind. I Ordered the mini sampler, best combo plate! I also got the catfish sandwich which was finger licking good , the coleslaw in it makes it super tasty. 10/10 if you’re looking for a dessert the banana pudding was over the top.

My dreams have come true! Roderick’s bbq has the best catfish I’ve had since I left the South 40 years ago. It has the perfect combination of lightly-battered crunch and perfectly cooked, moist catfish. And don’t get me started talking about the sides! Delicious! And the smoked ribs are so tender and juicy! Roderick and his son, Brandon, cook with love, and you can taste it in every bite! Treat yourself to some delicious soul food!

Went with my family and it’s by far the best BBQ I’ve had in the East Bay. Love the potato salad and sliced beef and of course kool aid. Customer service was extremely attentive and Roderick himself rushed to the counter when he seen I was waiting (literally only waited like 2 minutes). I wish i would’ve gotten dessert- I’ll definitely be back again.

I have been to this place twice. Parking is limited, but worth finding a close parking spot. The service is amazing. Their attitude is uplifting and welcoming. The food is amazing and so is the Kool aid 😀. I highly recommend this to anyone in the area

Updating to five stars across the board. This is the best BBQ I've had in a few years. I've been eating here 2-3 times a week since finding this gem and their customer service is top tier. They really appreciate their customers and listen if you have any feedback. If you're looking for authentic BBQ in the Bay Area this is definitely the place to go

I was having a bad day but went to Roderick's to pick up lunch for a co worker. I was pleasantly surprised by how friendly everyone was. Roderick was particularly awesome. And of course the food was amazing. I highly recommend Roderick's for the great food and exceptional customer service. Thank you for making a crappy day so much better.

We had the meat platter which is suggested for 2. It was perfect amount for regular man ( appetite) and woman. Glad the bbq was on the side. You can drench dunk etc. as you like. Seasoning is done to compliment their bbq sauce. Greens win. Mac n cheese not bad. Yams were tasty but the texture is a personal call. I'm used to slices in my household. Only disappoint for me was the peach cobbler. Just means we have to go back and have the banana pudding. We'll be back. How can you not...? Good service , clean, normal hours, ohhh duh! Good food hoped and expected for..

Summary: Food was good, not great. I will give it another shot. I am currently in a credential program for Diversity in Leadership Institute at Bishop O'Dowd on Saturdays. We get about an hour to eat and this is LITERALLY right down the street. I ordered for pick up to maximum time. Upon arrival, food was ready with utensils and still warm even 10 minutes after initial time. Parking was plentiful but challenging to navigate as their food truck is blocking a section of the lot and signage isn't helpful. The inside was narrow but had a couple seats. The staff were pleasant and attentive. They pack in the meat which was great. Ribs and Tri Tip were both well seasoned, but drenched with bbq sauce which, for me, takes away from the craftsmanship of the BBQ. Mac and Cheese was solid but not creamy or cheesy. This was the most disappointing thing. Greens were really good. I want to give their fried chicken a shot.

Was greeted by I believe the owner as soon as I walked in ! I ordered through DoorDash for pickup however when I was there I wish I would have called ahead to save a couple bucks instead so that's an fyi ! Everything was delish ! Def a spot we would come back to again !

Man listen this place is a diamond in the dirt and me and my wife found it lol. Food was a 15/10 smacking. Not overpowered with seasoning or salt. Im super full and had to wait till my stomach to settle to try the other food out lol. We tried catfish,pulled pork, tri tip,potato salad, chicken, mac and cheese, collard greens. All 100% smacking. Don't take my word for it try it out yourself

The food was soo good! I had the catfish with mac and cheese with collard greens as well as the pulled pork sandwich with potato salad. I didn't get to take a pic of the sandwich because of how good it was! The banana pudding was also great and I would definitely come back!

The Food and the service were absolutely great a welcoming family environment with exceptional service.

Wow! Talk about good BBQ and friendly service! We stoped here before the baseball game and man it did not disappoint! Everything from the ribs, tritip, mac and cheese, greens, slaw and catfish sandwich. Will def be back. Thank you Roderick, we are stuffed!!

Ahhh just like I thought is was gonna be. I got the 2 person meal but used it as 2 meals. Mexican place next door was popping to this day. Saturday early afternoon. Smoked chicken, hot links, collard greens and mac and cheese. BBQ sauce on the side. I had to send a pic to my daughter on the East Coast. We trying it when she comes out here this summer....on her LOL

Always good! Very friendly and helpful staff! Ribs and tri-tip yams and Mac n cheese are my go to

2708 98th Ave, Oakland, CA 94605 Wow, I've been missing out! This is Roderick's BBQ Restaurant on 98th Ave, up near the I-580 freeway. This place is usually closed when I drive by, but I had a chance to visit on a Saturday. OMG, a real BBQ place. I ordered the Chicken & Ribs Combo Dinner Meal, with Collard Greens and Baked Beans for sides. Very generous servings! Also, got two rolls and lots of napkins. No complaints about the sides. The BBQ Chicken was boneless dark meat. Absolutely perfectly cooked chicken. Moist and tender. If I only ordered BBQ Chicken, this would be a 5-star review. However, the BBQ Ribs were dry and tough. All the sauce in the world can't fix overcooked BBQ ribs. Sadly, I couldn't chew it and had to toss half of it away. But I promise to return, and maybe just order BBQ Chicken and something else....and bump my rating up! Support Local Business!

This place has some great food. Amazing parking is a little tight but it's worth it. The food is great and the owner is very friendly and very nice and has a lot of history and barbecue places. I would recommend this place if you want some good barbecue.

I just don't know where to start with this review . When I first walked in I was hit with a warm greeting + the aromas of some good cookin' that's always a great sign. Since this was my first time I decided to get the one meat two sides combo and believe me when I say this it did not disappoint the food was so delicious. I will be telling everyone about this BBQ joint. Thank you Roderick + Staff wishing you a prosperous year.

After walking the shoreline and a few other activities... a desire for fried fish, peach cobbler and Mac & cheese led us to Rodricks barbecue on a Friday evening. For me, the fish was fried, perfectly crunchy on the outside, and hot and juicy on the inside. The fish was not dropped until the order was placed the yams were scrumptious. I did taste from someone else's plate. Happy to find another place other than Everett and Jones to go for a barbecue. If my heart and calories could handle it, I would go again today. The owner was very accommodating and full of information. Glad to see him back in business. If you are in the area check at this spot.

So disappointed. First time customer, ordered the rib dinner. The ribs were 85% fat and 15% tough stringy meat. What a bummer.

I've been coming to Roderick's for 20 years. Absolutely the best tasting food and customer service. The place is clean, safe location and always a family friendly place. Best dining experience as I always leave in higher spirits.

Best BBQ EVER! I drive from San Jose just for a plate! Never tried something that I didn't love! Fire food and imma be honest... The hospitality is unmatched! You literally walk in wanting some amazing BBQ that you can smell from your car- and walk out- FAMILY! I'm sorry but you don't get that anywhere these days! This whole establishment is amazing! You won't want to hurry up and leave.. You're gonna want to stay awhile and mingle with great conversation! Feel the difference it makes to eat at a family business vs a chain where the food is mid at best! I love the greens, brisket, ribs, catfish, etc. Everything is so delicious!

I got the 3 meats combo with 2 sides. BBQ ribs, BBQ chickens, and BbQ trị tips. Greens and Mac-Cheese. I also got a Large blue/cheery Kool-aid and Medium Purple Haze Kool-Aid. The total came out to about $51 dollars. Overpriced, food was alright but not how people made it out to be. But I know everybody has different taste buds. The chicken was juicy, the ribs and tri tips. Hmmm it's ok. I wasn't a fan of the greens I believe it was over seasoned. Mac cheese were ok. BBQ sauce good. I'll definitely come back to try something different on the menu.

The food was delicious and the service is excellent. And they are great for private parties. The outdoor ambience is wonderful. So if you in Oakland California stop by and check out the outdoor audience, it's lovely. And ask for Brandon. When you stop by to have a bite to eat.

The food was so satisfying I immediately needed my pillow! but then I got so sad, I drove back up there when they were closed to check and see if it was my Mama in the back making their greens and macaroni & cheese. Now, not only am I full and satisfied, but I'm filled with the taste and smells of my mother's kitchen. Ya'll betta get ya'lls self down their.

On the way back from hitting range balls at Chabot Golf Course, I stopped at the inexpensive gas station on 98th Street. My wife, who grew up in Oakland, suggested I try out the barbeque place next door. Even though we don't eat out often because she's an excellent cook, she likes to support local businesses. I ordered the TriTip and Smoked Ribs combo. I got cole slaw and collard greens for sides. An engaging man asked for my name for the to go order so I asked for his. "I'm Roderick. I run this with my son." He said he was going to throw in a yam side order because I might like it. I could feel the pride of Roderick as I received my order. On a rough ride home up the hill, I was fortunate to arrive home without the package tumbling off the seat., I hoped I didn't mash everything together navigating the bumpy terrain as I had done in the past. Upon opening the order at the kitchen table, the plating was excellent, especially for food in a plastic container. Relief for me and good feel number two. My wife tried the sauce first, separated as it should be, and said it was too sweet for me. She added hot sauce but kept it as it was for her sister and her mom who was joining us. She tasted the yam side and also declared it a little sweet. I reminded her how sweet her Thanksgiving yams are with all the butter and cinnamon. By the end of the meal, she declared the yams as her favorite side dish. I liked the collard greens. They were healthy, looked good and tasted great. Try them, you'll like them. The main course meats were tasty and plentiful. Although the order was probably supposed to feed two people, we had plenty for lunch for the four of us. Hats off to you Roderick. Although, we like to try different places, we will be back.

Best in town! Great ambiance, family owned local business. Called ahead and got the catfish Mac and cheese and Yams pick pick up before heading to the Oakland Zoo GlowZafari, they had it ready for me, great service. Kids loved it!

I absolutely love bbq. I'm always looking for a good bbq place. Today was the first time I've seen Roderick's on Door Dash so I had to try it. I am always hesitant to get the chicken because EVERY place I have tried so far has overcooked, dried out chicken. NOT RODERICK's!! I got myself the chicken & rib combo and my mom the mini sampler. As I was eating my chicken I was like "Damn, this chicken is so damn tender and you could see the juice coming out." At that same moment my mom came over to me and said "this bbq place has the best chicken out of all the places you've ordered from!" I told her I was thinking the same thing. Go check it out!! You won't be disappointed. I just found my GO-TO bbq spot from now on.

What's up Homie!!! Came to my Mind !!!! When I Saw Rodericks Food Truck at the Oakland Airport!!!! This was my Chance to give them a try!!! I rolled up with my Whip and Doubled Parked. I then Strolled up and Perused the Menu Board!!!! The nice gentlemen in the Food Truck asked for my Order?? I Ordered the Chicken Wings and French Fries!!! I paid by Credit Card and was told it would be 15 minutes to Cook and Prepare my Order. Sounds good to me!!! 15 minutes later I had my chicken wings!!! The only drag was when the cook went to hand me my chicken wings he dropped one on the ground oh well stuff happens I guess!! Chicken wings have a nice flavor to them and we're very crispy.!!! For all these reasons this is a Baller On a Budget Approved Establishment!!!!!

I've been meaning to try this spot for years and finally got the chance. The Tri-tip beef sandy was delicious, possibly the best tri-tip I've ever had, certainly too 5. Homemade slaw was great paired with the sauce, and I felt at home topping it off with grape koolaid! I was lucky to meet Rodrick himself and was well impressed with their attentive yet easygoing manner. Don't be fooled by the limited parking in front, they've got a big place with plenty of indoor seating and a nice deck out back.

Really a gem of a restaurant in Oakland! Me and my co workers came in and was greeted by the owner Roderick himself and stated what brings us in we said we read Yelp and had good reviews so we decided to eat here. The owner stated we will not be disappointed and he was right my Tri tip sandwich was so good and moist ! The staff was super friendly too from the cashier and the cook who is the owners son excellent customer service! We definitely coming back with more of our co workers soon!!!

Serving was a 20 much love inside the building my dog was with us the food was legendary I'll be back for sure

I've been wanting to try this place forever. Each and every time I would pass by, the open sign would be off. Once again I passed by, not expecting anything but an empty lot. I could not believe the restaurant was open!!! The pictures and reviews were all positive so I was looking forward to some good long anticipated grub. I ordered the 4 way which came with 3 sides. I choose the potato salad, macaroni and cheese and yams. There were patrons dining inside and I asked if they had any recommendations other than the bbq i had already ordered. They vouched for the catfish sandwich, so I went back to the register and placed another order for that. The food did not disappoint!! 5 stars across the board!! The food was absolutely delicious!! Praises to the chef!! Omg!! It is so difficult to find good ole bbq these days. Not to mention good sides too!! I personally didn't get a taste of the fish. BUT, the person who had the sandwich said that it was the best fried fish in Oakland. They are 60+, so I don't take that comment lightly lol. I will be getting some fish for myself next time. I got to the restaurant around 5pm on a Saturday. The close time is listed as 7pm online. Around 5:50pm he locked the door and said he was closing early bc he had a catering event that evening. That was confirmation for me that the restaurant hours are not 'locked' in. If you don't live near by, maybe call before you come. Or maybe I have had bad luck and he is actually open more often than not. It's worth figuring out though!! The food is so bomb.

Good Lord Almighty! I have been driving by and wanting to visit this BBQ Oasis for many years and tonight all the stars lined up and after years of wild anticipation, I was not disappointed. WOWEE! 2 Meat Combo Beef-Ribs/Chicken/Cole Slaw/Collard Greens/Muffin - LMFAO! Are you kidding me!? Best Damn Beef Ribs since Flints BBQ! (Remember back in the day? East 14th St?) I'll be dreaming of Rodericks tonight and going back tomorrow for more. Scrumdidilyumptious = TEN STARS! Thank you Roderick's!

This is solely a service rating! We visited for the first time on Juneteenth after seeing it on TikTok. The food wasn't the best and it's quite overpriced. However, the service is some of the best we've received in the Bay. The meat was too fatty and not served hot. The greens were bitter and didn't have flavor. The baked beans tasted as if they were straight out the can with a little bbq sauce on top and the mac and cheese was okay. It's not something we'd ever order again. Yet, I'd return JUST for the Koolaid and service! The food wasn't worth the $50+ we spent!

Visited this place last month. Had the ribs dinner with Mac n cheese and yams. Large portions of meat and sides. Ribs had good hickory flavor with a smoke ring. The sides are legit like home cooking. If they start serving Beef Brisket, this place will be a problem for other bbq competitors due to the well flavored meats with the sides to match!

I got a two-way with ribs and fried catfish, along with a Kool-Aid. The positives: I am a HUGE fan of the greens! They don't have meat in them, but the seasoning is delicious, and not overseasoned for my taste. Could eat these often. And the fried catfish was light and crispy and nicely seasoned. The drawbacks: the ribs were undercooked. The bark was not fully developed, the meat did not pull cleanly off the bone, and the bone itself was rather pink--all signs of being underdone. Also, the mac n' cheese was quite bland. Some folks like drier mac, while others like it creamy. This one was drier, which is fine, but tasted like the roux was not cooked properly, so it has a pasty feel to it. Customer service was solid.

My 1st time today the owner and his son are wonderful people. I got the sampler plate, loved the tri tip, ribs, and links. I was shocked the chicken was so tender and marinated well, most BBQ spots I don't order chicken because it's too dry. I got the greens and potato salad, mac and cheese. I loved the greens the most and the potato salad was very unique and fresh. I'll definitely try to come back for the catfish he suggested. I love fish. I also want to try the fried chicken, dam I love fried chicken, haha. What a delightful place, support them, truly wonderful.

Always noticed this place never stopped until we did when we were craving some new bbq food. We both ordered the links with 2 sides. I got potato salad and baked beans, my boyfriend got greens and potato salad. The food was good, not bad. I wish the hot links were actually hot but they weren't. My sides were pretty good. I truly just wish the links were hotter. Lemonade was good and freshly squeezed. Customer service was nice! It was pretty packed we were there on a Saturday afternoon. I would be back and recommend!!

When you arrive at the right time, which is all the time, the flavor is ready to savor and ignite your taste buds! The pulled pork was pulled at its best, the chicken was smoked with right amount of flavor and the tri tip was encircled by a smoke ring that tells you it was on point!

Just left Roderick's BBQ restaurant, and as soon as I sat in my car, took a bite into that chicken sandwich and wow.... I cannot wait to get back to Merced and get into my plate. Thank you

I stopped here on my way to a campground near by. I ordered the 3 meat combo to share between 3 people for a satisfying lunch. We tried the tri-tip, ribs, and links. All 3 meats were delicious along with the collard greens and Mac n cheese. You can really taste the smokiness in the meat! What a great meal! The spicy bbq sauce was fire too! They were also kind enough to bring a water bowl for my pup.

I have had Roderick's Barbecue multiple times and every time it doesn't disappoint. The food is continuously delicious. I have had the BBQ ribs, rib tips, chicken and Catfish and I can't even choose a favorite. It's all so good and you get good sized portions. I have also had the greens, Mac and Cheese, sweet potatoes, potato salad, and fries and I enjoy each side. Highly recommended. The banana pudding and peach cobbler is also excellent!! The service is good and thoughtful. You won't have to worry about asking for too much because the staff is very helpful. They definitely make you feel at home and establishment is clean and spacious. I recommend eating here.

Traveling and craving some BBQ. Happened upon Rodrick's BBQ and OH MY GOODNESS his food is INCREDIBLE. Tues-Fri lunch special from 11-3:00 was appealing- $10 BBQ sandwiches with 1 side- we honestly tried them all. BBQ chicken, beef, and pulled pork were the options. The beef and pulled pork were hands down my favorite. Rodrick's food is some of the best BBQ's meats we've ever had. All the sides we tried were made in house, there was zero disappointment by being served premade/store bought foods. The potato salad was fresh and flavorful, Mac and Cheese was hot and prepared with real cheese, the greens were hot, soft but not soggy, and flavorful and the yams were sweet and we were such a treat. Rodrick really takes care of his customers and we're so appreciative to have met him and thoroughly enjoyed his food. We're making this spot a regular stop when we travel!! (I wish I could attach photos of all our meals but we devoured everything!!)

The food was great, smoky with deep flavor. The sides were a bit small, but not a dealbreaker. The staff was very friendly and attentive. The only drawback is the limited parking. If you're ever in the mood for barbecue this place is great.

I have been looking for some good BBQ for a while, and I just so happen to see this food truck driving on the freeway, so I said I'll try it. Pulling up, it's in a small space near Oakland hills, we called ahead to order and it was a very pleasant phone call. I ordered the fried fish and bbq chicken which comes with two sides so I ordered mac and cheese and collard greens to go with it. It was so tough picking a side because they have so many options. I ordered the fried fish and fries for my daughter and my husband ordered the ribs, with potato salad and baked beans. The wait was about 40 minutes total which tells me they cook everything fresh! It was nice and hot upon arrival. Now let's get to the food! Everything was BOMB.COM I mean, I do not normally eat all my food and I ate everything! I even had to eat some of my daughter fries because they were seasoned to perfection! The fish was golden and crispy and seasoned very well. The bbq chicken was chicken breast which I love! The sides were good as well, the mac and cheese needed tweaking but overall was good. Oh and My husband loved his ribs! Needless to say the three of us went into a food coma! We will definitely come back !

Roderick's tri-tip and collard greens and they were both delicious. The people staffing it, including the owner, were pleasant, efficient, and friendly. Highly recommended.

Saw this place on yelp Eastbay's Instagram and the photo they posted with it, I just knew I had to try it. My friends and I ordered to go. My friend said they were very friendly when they went to pick it up the food. We got the fried catfish and I got the 2-way combo of ribs and chicken. All of it was delicious. They each came with sides and you have got to get the candied yams! I would just order sides of that (which they do sell). There was enough food to last for a lunch and dinner. My only regret is that I also didn't get the peach cobbler. Next time :)

I was very excited to try this place but the outcome was very disappointing customer service was amazing but the food was terrible, the yams were not seasoned very bland, same goes with the Mac and cheese was very bland and not like soul food Mac and cheese, the banana pudding looked and tasted old, the pound cake was not the best but okay, spent $80 but never again

Fried fish is always delicious, at this point I just need to call in and say pickup for Gabby be there in 15 mins lol I get the same thing every time lol

Some of the best bbq ive ever had! Amazing staff that were super friendly and hospitable! I'll definitely be back.

Great Customer Service, Really Great Food And The Place Is Nice And Quiet,I Most Definitely Will Be Coming Back,I Really Hope They Are With The Food Truck Mafia 2023 Season With The Oakland A's.I Highly Recommend This BBQ Restaurant!! It's Underrated!! You've Gotta Try It!!

My buddy and I went to the A's game in Oakland and instead of waiting in the long lines to buy the regular concessions we decided to check out "Championship Plaza" where they had a bunch of food trucks. What a great idea! We decided on Rogdrick's food truck and it didn't disappoint. By the time we got there most things have sold out. This place is super popular and for good reason. We ordered the loaded (fried chicken) nachos with fries instead of chips (they ran out of chips and most meats) And alos ordered the chicken sandwich with fries. Slammin'!!! Thank you to the guys who helped us and were accommodating by changing their menu per our request. They also have a restaurant in Oakland that I'm looking forward to checking out.