Aptos St. BBQ – American
The intoxicating aroma of slow-smoldering hickory draws diners into this rustic smokehouse, where the day begins with savory breakfast tacos overflowing with tender brisket and zesty pulled pork. As the afternoon unfolds, the kitchen turns out towering sandwiches piled high with succulent tri-tip and fall-off-the-bone ribs, creating a soulful dining experience that celebrates the deep, charred flavors of authentic pit barbecue.
8059 Aptos Street https://aptosstbbq.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free, nut-free, keto, low-carb, high-protein, pescatarian, heart-healthy, plant-based, low-sodium, low-fat, whole30, paleo, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, low-cholesterol, gerd, south-beach, atkins, high-fiber, zone, volumetrics, tlc, renal, alkaline, aip, carnivore, macrobiotic, slow-carb, lectin-free
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners rave about the crispy chicken dish, frequently highlighting its satisfying crunch and beautiful presentation. The intimate setting is celebrated for creating a welcoming environment, while guests consistently praise the prompt and helpful service provided by the attentive staff. Standout features include the thoughtful menu recommendations and the cozy atmosphere, which reviewers highlight as key elements of a thoroughly satisfying visit.
Menu
Breakfast
- Breakfast Sandwich - Pulled Pork - $9: Angel biscuit, two eggs, melted American cheese, pulled pork Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Breakfast Sandwich - Brisket - $9.5: Angel biscuit, two eggs, melted American cheese, brisket Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Breakfast Taco - Pulled Pork - $5.25: Flour tortilla, over-easy egg, salsa ranchera, pulled pork Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Breakfast Taco - Brisket or Tri-tip - $5.75: Flour tortilla, over-easy egg, salsa ranchera, choice of brisket or tri-tip Available at: breakfast, brunch
BBQ Sandwiches
- Brisket Sandwich - $17.5: Hand-cut smoked brisket Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tri-Tip Sandwich - $17.5: Hand-cut smoked tri-tip Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pulled Pork Sandwich - $15.5: Slow cooked with vinegar molasses hog wash Available at: dinner, lunch
- BBQ Chicken Sandwich - $15.5: Shredded chicken cooked in BBQ sauce Dietary tags: Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rib Sandwich - $17.5: Boneless St. Louis style pork ribs with BBQ sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hot Link Sandwich - $15.5: Grilled and split hot link, mayo, lettuce, onion Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Firebird Sandwich - $15.5: Shredded chicken cooked in spicy BBQ sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
BBQ Meals
- Tri-tip Meal - $19.5: Served with choice of two sides and bread Available at: dinner, lunch
- Brisket Meal - $19.5: Served with choice of two sides and bread Available at: dinner, lunch
- St Louis Style Pork Ribs Meal (4 Ribs) - $22: Served with choice of two sides and bread Available at: dinner, lunch
- Burnt Ends Meal - $19.5: Served with choice of two sides and bread Available at: dinner, lunch
- BBQ Mac - $15.5: Mac & Cheese topped with choice of meat and slice of bread Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- BBQ Spud - $14.25: 1.25lb baked potato topped with choice of meat, sour cream, cheese and green onions Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Garden Salad - $11: Greens, bell pepper, cucumber, onion, and tomato Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Berry Bleu Salad - $14.75: Greens, green apples, candied pecans, blackberries, blue cheese crumbles, bell pepper, cucumber, onion, and tomato Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Big Watts Salad - $21.25: Brisket on a bed of fresh greens with tomato, onion, cucumber, bell peppers, blackberries, apple, bleu cheese, and candied pecans Available at: dinner, lunch
Just the Meat!
- Tri-Tip (Pound) - $32.5: Smoked tri-tip Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Brisket (Pound) - $34.5: Smoked brisket Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo Available at: dinner, lunch
- St. Louis Style Pork Ribs (Full Rack) - $39: Smoked pork ribs Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Burnt Ends (Pound) - $34.5: Smoked burnt ends Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hot Link (Each) - $6.25: Smoked hot link Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Potato Salad - $4 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mac and Cheese - $3.75 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beans - $3.75 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cornbread (Slice) - $3 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baked Potato - $6.25: 1.25lb baked potato with butter, sour cream and green onions Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Seasonal Pie (Slice) - $8.5: Freshly baked Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic
- Homemade Bread Pudding - $10: Served with sweet rum sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Chocolate Dream Cookie - $2.75: Chocolate chips and toasted walnuts Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Root Beer Float - $6.5: Craft root beer with two scoops of vanilla ice cream
Beverages
- Stubborn Craft Soda Can - $4 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Fountain Drink - $3.5
- Pure Leaf Iced Tea - $4 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Apple Juice - $3.5
- Bottled Water - $4
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