Hip Hop Bbq Shack

Chef Mae serves bourbon smoked brisket and Southern soul food surrounded by hip hop memorabilia and vintage arcade games.

Hip Hop BBQ Shack on El Camino Real in San Bruno pairs Southern-style barbecue with a setting shaped by hip-hop music. Brisket, ribs, smoked chicken, and links give the menu several substantial starting points. We like the combination meals, which make it possible to share different meats rather than choosing just one preparation. Hickory-smoked bourbon brisket and whiskey ribs offer distinctive directions, while applewood-smoked chicken provides an alternative to beef and pork. Collard greens, macaroni and cheese, and potato salad round out a barbecue plate, with cornbread adding another comforting side. Peach cobbler offers a sweet finish. The appeal is the mix of smoked meats, Southern sides, and a music-centered personality that makes a casual barbecue dinner feel particular to this spot.