Smokin D’s BBQ SF

Stopped at Smokin D's BBQ for lunch, Brisket Bao-B-Q perfectly cradled the tender, smoky brisket, creating an incredible fusion of Southern BBQ and Asian street food. The brisket was juicy with just the right amount of bark, and the sauce added a rich, savory punch without overpowering the flavors. It's a creative twist on a classic BBQ that's worth a special trip. One last thing the Bao is sticky so don't forget napkins!

This food is AMAZING!!!! I am a huge bbq girl, and there is NOTHING in the city that even comes remotely close to how great this food is. The beef ribs were OUTSTANDING with the perfect, flavorful char and tenderness. It just fell off the bone. The brisket had the perfect ring, great flavor that really packs a punch, and simply tasty. We also waited an extra 45 min for the brisket bao. That was absolutely worth the treat The max and cheese was FRESH. It was right out of the oven and didn’t disappoint in the slightest. We also got the banana pudding because, well, you have to! What a great treat The owners definitely add to the experience. Both were so sweet and you can genuinely tell they take pride in what they serve. Overall, there’s nothing in the city like this. If you want to catch it before it sells out, BE EARLY

TLDR: $9 baos where the meat was dry I ordered one of each of the baos and I was pretty disappointed. The brisket bun was cloyingly sweet combined with the traditional Chinese bread, and the meat was pretty dry and not much fat in it. For the cowboy bun, the pork consistency was more like a whole blob and it does say the sauce is sweet and spicy but overall a bit too spicy for me

You can tell that people here really care. The service was great. The ribs aren't a style I like (they didn't fall off the bone) but you could tell it was great quality meat (my wife had the same comments about the brisket). The mac and cheese was delicious. And the bun was also very good.

I had high hopes for this “Texas BBQ” spot and finally got to give it a try. Ordered Mac n cheese, a bunch of brisket and a half rack of pork ribs. Saturday afternoon got lucky because the crazy lines and crowds were gone by then. No corn bread at the time but no big deal. If you want an honest and unbiased review pay attention: approx 75$ worth of brisket and half of my order was pure fat. I love brisket and a bit of fat is good but when they are serving such a large order they should take care that most of it is actually edible. My partner is a Texan and she was very disappointed and wanted to revoke their Texas BBQ street cred. She did admit the flavor of what was edible passed the test. Now to my biggest complaint about the order, and frankly a cardinal sin of barbecue: the pork ribs were woefully undercooked. Properly cooked pork ribs should be easy to chew and fall off the bone. These were far from that. Maybe they have insane demand and rushed them but this is BBQ 101 and IMO really should only get 1 star just for that alone. I am rating it 3 stars for now because I want to give them another chance. Credit just for trying to bring quality Texas style bbq to SF but if they don’t improve next visit the search will have to continue for our BBQ spot.

Finally made the trek from the North Bay into the Sunset for Smokin D's BBQ after stalking these folks on IG the last few years, and it truly did not disappoint!!! Highlights were the Brisky Bao and Dino Rib and for dessert the very satisfying Banana Brulee Bliss. Pricing is very transparent when you order and you what you are paying for is the skill, labor and quality of the food you're putting in your mouth. It was worth the hour + drive into the City for some great Houston BBQ! Thanks Mr. and Mrs D!

First time trying this spot after hearing about it on social media. The brisket bao is 5/5. Mac and cheese very disappointing. The cheese was chunky and flavor was average. 3/5 Ribs 2/5. Not sure if we came on an off day but the ribs were very chewy and hard to eat. It kind of had the texture of prime rib and was cooked to medium doneness (some pink present). Although not bad flavor wise with the BBQ sauce, we were expecting fall off the bone like most Texas bbq. Customer service was great. I feel badly to leave a 3 star review but the only the bao was worth it. We may come back to try the brisket sandwich next time.

This spot is Hella good got the 2 different baos Really good flavor Korean cowboy has a nice kick to it and the OG brisky bao was sweet and tangy also got a side of their smac n cheese oooey gooey goodness. A little pricey but definitely worth it quality ingredients owners are so nice. When I'm in the area I will definitely be back.

I was excited to see that this BBQ place recently opened on Irving! It's great to see a farmer's market vendor get their own brick and mortar location. I've had their brisket bao and brisket sandwich and they were both delicious and full of flavor! The brisket was tender and moist. The brisket bao is like a Chinese bbq pork bun but with brisket inside. Very yummy combo! We don't have many bbq places in SF so it's nice to have this spot.

Stopped by to see my favorite BBQ folks and to get a serving of their S'mac 'N Cheese and a couple of tamales. So nice that they now have regular hours and more items on their menu. They're now open noon to 6 from Wednesday through Sunday, but, once in a while, the schedule changes (Open Thanksgiving week from Monday through Wednesday, 11 to 5); they're family oriented, so when there are holidays, the schedule might change to accomodate being with family! I was *still* amazed by the taste of the S'mac 'N Cheese, the little cornbread muffin, and the tamales; the deliciousness matched the memory of them! So glad they have regular hours now and they're close enough for me to make a run there!

Overall the food here is pretty good. Is it amazing bbq? No but it's good for the Sunset area. It's strictly take out here and there is no indoor seating. On my first visit I had the brisket bao, the ribs and the banana pudding. The brisket bao is priced at $9 and is a play on a cha Siu bao where there is brisket inside instead of pork. The bao itself is very good. It is soft and chewy. The brisket was a bit dry and tough. For the 3x premium I don't think it's worth it. The ribs came without any sauce. Luckily I had a few chick-fila sweet siracha packets at home and it pairs well with the ribs. With the sauce I enjoyed the ribs but without I wouldn't have liked it. The banana pudding was very good. They make there whip cream in house and you can really taste the difference.

Updating review on the tamales: Note: Smokin D's reached out to me and offered me a new batch of their tamales after reading my review. This is just my honest opinion. This batch of tamales had more flavor than the last batch I received. All the meat (chicken and beef) were smoky and flavorful. The tamale was still a little dry for me but nothing a little hot sauce couldn't fix. Great respect to them for reaching out and making sure their food was up to par!

Smokin' D's is likely to be a future SF culinary institution - they combine the flavors and culinary culture behind Texas BBQ with deliciously crafted milk buns. The brisket was perfectly cooked and, true to Texas BBQ fashion, not too saucy. They cook the beef until it's perfectly tender and smokey - the meat speaks for itself without any help other than a basic dry rub. The bun was light, flakey, and just a tad sweet with a light sprinkle of sesame seeds on top. When eaten together, I'm reminded of the best bakeries in Chinatown yet also reminded of the mouth-watering BBQ I've had on trips to the Texas hill country! The venue is small, but cute. It's fits in its middle to outer sunset location well and I'm so happy it's just a short walk away. They offer take away service at the door and were quick to deliver the buns. I don't see the lack of seating as a downside though-- it's easy to eat while walking through the sunset or going to the park!

As someone that grew up in a frugal Chinesey household, I was thrown off by a $9 bao on Irving street. My mom was so frugal, there was a place to hang up paper towels because it was going to get a second or third life, or until it was hole-y like your fav draws. I didn't inherit her extreme frugalness but $9 for a bao seemed steep. But, this isn't your usual char siu bao tho... This is a Texas BBQ Bao! And, we know BBQ isn't cheap. Their OG Brisket Bao is a labor of love between two cultures, the baked milk bread is filled with 15-hour smoked brisket (chopped lean cut). Tho lightly sauced, the peppery brisket was dry and the sauce had a distinctive tang (a little too sour for my preference). I don't mind paying $9 per bao but I was hoping for more meat as there was quite a large air pocket. Maybe it was an off batch? FYI, it's the same size as your usual char siu bao. If you're feeling generous, bring a box to the fam to share... just don't tell mom the price and you're good. ;) O T H E R I N F O * Smokin' D's BBQ started as a pop-up at SF and Oakland Farmers Markets. With their new brick and mortar in Outer Sunset, they'll continue appearing at farmers markets. * Limited soft opening hours - 8/16: Close at 8 pm, 8/17: 12 PM - 6 PM, 8/18: 9 AM - 4 PM, 8/19: 10 AM - 6 PM. See IG for info. * Limited menu soft opening menu: OG Brisket Bao ($9), Korean Cowboy Bao ($9), Pulled Pork Sandwich ($16), Brisket Sandwich ($18), and Loaded Nachos ($19). * Friendly service. * The vibe reminds me of Cowboy Phở in SJ (Texas BBQ Phở ) with faux grass walls, orange trimming, and a marquee light sign. Loved the urban SF art on the exposed brick wall. * There's currently one bench but no tables for dine-in. * Challenging street parking during peak hours.

Let's be honest San Francisco doesn't have consistent good BBQ places especially Texas BBQ. Although San Francisco can be a meet market but not much of a BBQ meat market and the D's original location is at a Stonestown Farmers Market at the old Stonestown Regal Theater parking lot . I still wait for the day when Texas BBQ is a common thing in San Francisco but I am not holding my breath anytime soon. For now a dosage of something Texas BBQ would help the cause. D's Texan-Mexican and Mrs. D's Asian powerful formula combination of flavors is now available in a brick and mortar on Irving avenue offering the OG Brisky Bao and Brisket Sammish. The tasty flavor it makes you start saying "Hey Y'all " ( SmokinD's tag phrase) in San Francisco. Savory goodness in every bite for the OG Brisky Bao and Brisket Sammish. San Francisco there still hope for Texas BBQ. I guess when it comes to Texas BBQ in San Francisco I got faith and I won't throw in the towel I just go to SmokinD's in San Francisco for the OG Brisky Bao

So excited for a barbecue place in the neighborhood. Soft opening for this weekend with limited menu. Both baos, plus the brisket and pulled pork sandos, mac n cheese and nachos are available. The OG bao is juicy and delicious while the Korean one is pretty spicy. Mac n cheese was yummy too. Excited to try the other options when they officially open!

Fun concept mixing baos with bbq, although I probably won't be back for a while. Each brisket bao is about $9. It had plenty of bbq brisket. The bun was sticky and soft, and the brisket was tender enough, but it ended up being too sweet to enjoy. It might be better if the brisket inside wasn't covered in bbq sauce because the sweetness of the bao along with the brisket was a bit much. I also got half a pound of smoked brisket. It was tender but I wished it was more smokey or melt in your mouth. Maybe eat it a soon as you get it because mines probably dried out once I took it home. Also tried their mac n cheese. It was very cheesy, although the macaroni could be a bit more al dente, and it would be drastically improved if the cheese was a bit crusty to give the dish more texture. For about $40 for a bao, half a pound of brisket, and a cup of mac n cheese, it's priced well for what it is.

Stopped by their tent at the Stonestown Farmer's Market. Tried their brisket bao (a take on Chinese BBQ pork buns AKA cha siu bao), and really like it! Good flavor and brisket filling. It's more expensive than a cha siu bao (about $9), but the quality and taste is worth it. I would eat this again. I'd be interested in trying their brisket by itself too.

SF isn't exactly known for having a ton of consistent BBQ spots, but Smokin' D's BBQ is here to change the game with their new brick-and-mortar location on Irving. I've had my fair share of BBQ in the city, and it's rare to find a spot that nails it every time, but Smokin' D's is doing just that. First off, I tried their brisket sammich and wow... this thing was a flavor bomb. The brisket was perfectly smoked--tender, juicy, and packed with that rich, smoky flavor you want in a good BBQ. The fat was rendered just right, and the meat had that perfect balance of a crispy bark and soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture. Pair that with their soft, buttery bun, and you've got yourself one heck of a sammich. They also offer bao-b-qs, which are such a fun and delicious twist on the traditional BBQ. Think fluffy bao buns stuffed with your favorite smoked meats... it's BBQ with a little extra flair, and it works SO well. If you're in SF and craving solid BBQ, Smokin' D's is definitely the place to check out. It's rare to find a BBQ spot here that's this consistent, and with their new brick-and-mortar, I know I'll be coming back again and again. The service is as nice as you can get from the register. The owner was friendly! One small ding if any was that I wasn't notified that there are discounts for buying in bulk. Also, remember this isn't really a spot you can dine in at so don't be eyeing for fancy decor, they do have some standing spots... so for a solo mission it is a great quick bite.

I went to their brick and mortar location on Irving St one morning hoping to get me some bbq, but at that time they only had the baos. So I got one of the beef brisket bao and one pulled pork bao. They both were decent, but I personally liked the brisket one better. I will def be back once I can confirm that they are serving the full bbq menu.

This place is absolutely incredible. Wife and I were in the neighborhood and grabbed two of each Bao and were completely blown away by how delicious they were! The Brisket Bao is tender and savory with just the perfect amount of sweetness on the browned bao bun. The Korean Cowboy is lightly spicy , perfectly seasoned and complex and oh so good! Try both! Our only regret was not getting some brisket and Macaroni salad to go for later! The woman who rang us up was also super friendly and helpful . Happy to know this spot is in our neighborhood and Will definitely be back.

My boyfriend and I went during the Sunday Farmers Market near SI and we were intrigued with the concept so we decided to try it. First off, the bread is $9 which is kind of insane. It was reminiscent of a bbq pork bun (chasiu bao) but with American barbecue inside. The guy working the stand was really friendly and outgoing and even heated up the bun for us. When we got the bun, it wasn't actually heated up at all even though he tried. The bread was sweet on the outside and the meat was peppery inside. The bun didn't have that much filling. The bun was fine overall, it was decent but I would not get it again purely because of the price. You can get other buns for way cheaper anywhere on Noriega and Irving, but I know this is a small business so it's kinda just how the pricing is.

I wanted to like this Bao, but I didn't like it at all. The bread itself was fine but inside was 4 pieces meat. Not " pieces " but dinky pieces. For $9. I want to give it another try first, the BBQ ribs.

Nice store . I would love to taste more of their food. The cashier is very friendly. Fast service. I would love to get some ribs soon.

This fusion dish combines Texas BBQ with Chinese baked buns. It's a unique concept, but the $9 price tag might be a bit high for some.

Having tried these at the Farmers Market, I was excited to see D finally open a brick-and-mortar in the Sunset area (where BBQ is generally lacking). I'm happy to say it met all expectations and then some. I ordered the Brisket and Pulled Pork Bao at their soft opening. At $9 each, I thought they were worth it. The meat in both was tender and flavorful and the baked milk bread shell itself was buttery but light. Each Bao had some welcomed heft to them as well. I could see myself grabbing one on the go while I'm walking by with my dog, but tonight I downed 2 of them with a small salad at home and am calling it a solid dinner. The owner was a really chill guy, too. While it certainly added to the overall experience, the food itself needed no help :)

Awesome addition to the neighborhood. The bun is perfectly toasted, raises the bar on the limp buns that you find in many takeout places. An amazing combination of barbecue and Chinese casual takeout, I wish this team success.

The brisket was excellent. I will definitely come back again. 1. The brisket bun is a good twist on BBQ pork buns. 2. I preordered a whole 7 pound brisket, and it was excellent. To me, the inside was very tender. I thought the fat is well-rendered.

Smoking D's made me fall in love with Bao's. For $9, you get the most fluffy and soft bbq treat you ll ever have. The brisket was perfectly cooked and delicious on the inside. I haven't stopped thinking about the first bite in weeks. If you're at the stonestown or sunset farmers market, run don't walk to their tent. You won't regret this soft treasure.

Wow. Oh, wow. This is our new favorite BBQ joint. You gotta try the spicy pulled pork stuffed bao buns (black sesame seeds on top). We've been sitting on the couch for like 10 minutes now talking about how good this place is. We're coming back for that mac!! 10/10 yum

So happy to have this new spot in the neighborhood! Yummy, spicy deliciousness! Love how soft the bun is and the meat is perfectly seasoned and cooked.

Ohhh they got some fire on these brisket slices, sampled 2lbs worth because 1lb is just not enough for one person lol. The bark is heavily seasoned the middle is a combo of fatty and meaty with juicy to pull it all together. Definitely order this if you are here during the farmers market They do offer other items got a single of smash burger, gotta say will have to come back for this and get a double or triple based on how hungry I am. Also a must try if you are here I have seen on their menu they sometimes offer the mythical beef rib, I asked the owner he said he will try to put it back on the menu and offer pre-orders, imma definitely see what they can do with a beef rib if they can make a brisket taste like fire i'm sure they can knock the beef rib out the park. Now following their IG account like a hawk lol Definitely stop by and sample their offerings, I recommend everything I sampled and will be back for more Didn't see any sauces but if a sweet spicy was offered i'm sure that would make it over the top Brisket ***** Smashburger ***** Price $$ Service ***** helpful friendly Ambiance ***** based on weather decent semi sunny day is perfect time to come out and sample

I tried this place out at the Sunset Night Market after reading the reviews. However, they only sold the brisket bao at the event for $9. The size of the bao is like a Chinese char siu bao, so it wasn't filling. I'm disappointed they didn't sell any ribs or sandwiches after waiting in a long line. I waited for a really long time and thought I lined up for dinner. I might update my review/increase the stars if I get to try their full menu someday like the other reviewers did.

Went to the Irving night market and stopped by for their brisket bao and Korean cowboy bao. My husband thought the cowboy bun was too spicy. I liked spicy, but found the bao one note. It was like they just mixed in some gochujang paste and called it a day. Definitely would not order this again. The brisket bao was good, but felt like it was made from the flat of the brisket which is never as good as the point. They charged $9 per bao which is really on the pricey side considering that there are at 4-5 other places within 1 block where you can get a baked char Sui bao for under 4 bucks. The milk bread was good, but I'm not sure I would order the brisket bao again given the price point The resturant is not quite open yet, so didn't really have a chance to experience the ambiance of their new location. It's a small location, so they really can't accommodate that many tables. I was thinking this was more of a take out joint. They didn't serve brisket at the Irving night market. I was expecting brisket with a couple of standard sides such as pickles/white bread/cornbread/mac cheese/ potato salad. What I would consider a standard menu option at any bbq establishment. Or meat by the pound is another good way to go. Maybe that will happen after they get through their soft opening. I'll be back to try the brisket, but probably skip the baos.

My boyfriend is from Texas and has been craving Texas BBQ for a while. I had been following Smokin' D's for a while so we stopped by the Outer Sunset Farmer's Market just to try their Texas BBQ. We got the Brisket Sammich and Two Little Pigs: - Brisket Sammich: Average and dry. My bf was definitely a little disappointed but he was happy to have just some bbq to hold him over before he can get some actual Texas BBQ back in Texas. My bf said the bbq sauce is store bought and not hand made. The fact that they chopped up the brisket means that this may be leftovers from the previous day. - Two Little Pigs: Extremely dry and tough. We had to ask for some bbq sauce to make each bite less dry. We may come back to try their traditional smoked meats instead of their sammiches to see how those compare.

My tastebuds were wowed by Smokin D's brisket bao! Two worlds collide in the most delicious way: a sweet Chinese baked bun encapsulates Texas BBQ brisket. Tender meat, not overly sauced in a neat, sizable $9 package.

As a native Texan (Houston and Austin), having Smokin D's down the street is such a blessing. Amazing brisket. The Brisky Bao is a great on the go snack for Texas flavor in a Chinese bun!

Good Brisket Bau! Pricey but it's cooked for 15 hours! (?). Not too comfortable to sit and eat but mostly intended to go..

Really enjoyed this place, briskets were delicious. Location is very convenient for me so I will definitely be back sometime soon.

The BBQ Bao are Bomb! This is a handheld bbq feast! They were so good, I ordered a dozen! And they are full size, not little dinky bites....a full bbq meal right in your hand!

Hands down the best brisket in the Bay Area. Authentic Texas BBQ. Super nice owner too!

Brisket bao was fireeeee. Smoked 16h and then baked in this deliciously sweet dough. Fantastic. service too!! Keep it up! Perfect with some beers tonight at Barebottle!

It's more 4.5 than 4. I'm a little torn if I'll come back or not. The food: Brisket: really good! Wished I doubled on that over getting their jalapeño cheese sausage Pork ribs: a little too much fat on the ribs Jalapeño sausage-: not a fan wanted the bacon and beer one but the person who cut in front of us got the last one :( regretted saying that's not nice to cut in front when there's a line Corn bread: really food! :: ignore reading if you don't want to read about their service:: I went in a little after 12 bc on Instagram they said they'll be there at the location at 12. When I saw they weren't set up yet I asked when they thought they would be ready. He answered "um when im done setting up 10-20 min maybe?" In a not so nice tone But soon apologized for being a bit rude. Such a toss up- food was pretty good but kind of rude.

Throw some Smokin' D's on it! We came to Standard Deviant Brewing about 2 weeks ago to finally try this Texas / Houston style bbq and boiiii we were in for a treat! I've been following this pop up on my social media account for a while and noticed they were debuting an item called "The Spuddy Buddy" that's a loaded baked potato topped with brisket. (You know I was sold from there) The brisket is packing good flavor and the BEEF RIB is huge & juicy! Throw some Mac n' cheese on that cornbread and let those flavors sink in! Keep an eye out, his wife makes limited batches of brisket baos that look scrumptious af!

Recently attended a party where Smokin D's was catering and they did not disappoint. It was my first time eating it and definitely will not be my last time. They had each individual plates for everyone at the party. Plates were loaded with sausages, ribs, brisket, Mac and cheese and a biscuit. The brisket was easily one of the best I've had in the city. The Mac and cheese was amazing and I am not usually a huge fan of Mac and cheese. I couldn't get enough of everything and ended up getting a second plate. The cooks / servers who were there were also super friendly and packaged all leftovers for the party host. They honestly went above and beyond. 10/10 recommend - especially for catering services!!

My go-to for all things BBQ - so yummy and delicious. I think i have tried a lot of things in the menu - my faves are the brisket, the brisket bao, the dino ribs (when available) and the nachos. Check out their Instagram page to find out where they will be popping up - of course Sunset Farmers Market and Stonestown Farmers Market. Service is quick and easy -owners are great - local girl meets Houston boy - drags him back to SF - he misses his Texas BBQ and now we have Texas BBQ - go Smokin' D's! Wish them all the best!

Delicious. Houston style bbq. You're crazy not add the brisket to whatever you're ordering

CATERING REVIEW We ordered a large brisket, pulled pork, and Mac n cheese for a birthday party... everything about the entire experience was excellent. Lareina helped us make decisions about how much food to order, gave us a great price and the team delivered perfect food. Half the food we served was from Cheung Ming (also great), but even the Asian side of the family had more BBQ! So glad we found Smokin D's at the Farmers Market and thought to reach out to them for this. We will definitely cater with their team again!

I have nothing but wonderful things to say about this business! First Lareina was impeccable with her response time and communication with me. She was amazing breaking down the menu / catering options and knew exactly what was needed for our party. Not only that she was willibg to make any last minute adjustments and changes. She was beyond informative, extremely patient, & professional with me as I had a lot of questions. Day of the party Lareina and her husband were on time and ready to rock n roll with serving. The food was amazing! I've gotten nothing but compliments on it. Even the leftovers tasted awesome. We had briskets, that were cooked to perfection and a delicious selection of sausages that can make your mouth water, mac n cheese that was to die for and other sides plus some desserts. People were extremely happy with the food. Not only was everything plated they also provided to-go containers. I wish I had taken some pictures of the food but trust me when I say it wouldn't do it justice. I absolutely would use them for another event.

Consistently delicious brisket (beautiful smoke ring!), melt off the bone dino ribs, tasty sides...check them out the next time you're craving BBQ or need catering. Hopefully they're serving queso and chips and brisket baos too; you're in for a treat. Owners are super kind, down to earth, and funny too.

The brisket bao is WOW WOW WOW, the ribs worthy of a rackful. Smokin D's in SF's response to Oaktown's Horn. In a City with superior eats the barbaque game has long felt flat until now. Did I mention the bao? wow wow wow. Holy cow- try to imagine the best fresh n warm BBQ pork bun you ever had (my mmmemory takes me to YOUS in Chinatown back in the day) but then take it some exponentially; Smokin D's bao has a succulent Texas style brisket as filling. Original concept, brilliantly executed. The ribs are perfect too- no need to glop on or dip in sauce, bare naked, with a char & meat falling off the bone they stand up to scrutiny. So yummy. The sides are most satisfying and a reason to return (the loaded baked potato is on our list). Some good advice? Find your way to Smokin D's (we wandered way out West/SF outer Sunset's market on Saturday to find them slinging it family style) and you will experience the BEST!

I don't eat much meat but this place sold me. We got the rib plate (ribs, cornbread, and Mac and cheese) and every part was great! The owners were extremely kind and helpful as well.