Braking for BBQ at B's

I should get a bumper sticker: "I brake for barbecue."

That's just what I did a couple of weeks ago, while trolling down Divis in the rain. Barbecue--screech--parking space--success!

I tipped into B's and tried a two-way. That's two choices of meat. The sauce comes in mild or hot, but the hot wasn't too hot. It was exactly right to my taste, with just a little kick of heat.

I chose brisket and pork ribs. The brisket had been smoked for 15 hours, slowly and lovingly over hickory. The pork ribs were perfectly cooked, tender and lightly smoked.

I chose two sides (which come with the plate), Texas slaw (with raisins) and potato salad. Both were excellent.

For an additional side I got the collard greens, slow simmered with smoked turkey necks. In the old days they would have been cooked with pork hocks, but this recipe is way lower in fat.

I didn't try any desserts, but then I have to return to try the links, chicken... and on Fridays only, the smoked salmon.

B's BBQ & Grill
855 Divisadero Street
San Francisco
(415) 525-3419
Monday-Thursday 11 a.m.- 9 p.m.
Friday and Saturday 11:30 a.m.- 10 p.m.
Closed Sundays