856 N 13TH ST · SAN JOSE
Barbecue Restaurant in San Jose, California
856 N 13th St, San Jose, CA 95112, USA · (408) 418-3180
Mesquite and Oak ranks first of 5 barbecue restaurants in San Jose on the registry.
Mesquite and Oak, located at 856 N 13th St in San Jose, is a beloved barbecue restaurant that has garnered a loyal following for its mouthwatering offerings. With a solid rating of 4.6 from nearly 500 reviews, patrons rave about the brisket sandwiches, tender ribs, and flavorful sides like potato salad and cornbread.
The warm and accommodating staff enhance the experience, ensuring that every visit feels special. While the restaurant does not take reservations or offer online ordering, the inviting atmosphere and delicious food keep customers coming back for more, making it a local favorite for barbecue lovers.
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Mesquite and Oak holds an AI Score of 57. Smoking Pig BBQ holds 56. On Google they rate 4.6 and 4.3. Those are the figures the registry holds for both.
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The restaurant does not take reservations.
The restaurant provides parking options for its customers, making it convenient for those visiting.
Asked ChatGPT on July 16, 2026; it named Mesquite and Oak.
The restaurant is praised for its excellent customer service and has been noted for accommodating large orders, making it a great choice for catering events.
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Inconsistent food quality. Long wait times during busy hours. Rude customer service experiences.
Mesquite and Oak leads the San Jose barbecue restaurant leaderboard with an AI Score of 57, followed by Smoking Pig BBQ (56), South Winchester BBQ (50) and Jon Jon's (29).
The most recent post on this business’s Google listing is from January 12, 2023. We hold 1 post from it, read on July 16, 2026.
The restaurant is known for its delicious barbecue, particularly the brisket sandwich, ribs, and Tejano sandwich, which many customers rave about.
Wednesday is the quietest day on this listing. Sunday is the busiest.
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Brisket sandwich. Dino rib. Tejano sandwich. Smoked links. That is the pattern across 25 reviews.
No. The listing shows Mesquite and Oak closed on Monday and Saturday. It opens Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday.
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The restaurant is open Tuesday to Friday from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, and on Sunday from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. It is closed on Mondays and Saturdays.
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