BBQ 85 offers a delightful array of Northeastern Shenyang-style dishes that tantalize the taste buds. Their sweet and sour pork bursts with authentic flavors, while the amazing fried chicken delivers a satisfying crunch. Don't miss out on their oysters paired with garlic noodles for a savory treat, and the lamb skewers provide a flavorful option. With such a diverse menu, BBQ 85 promises a memorable dining experience for food enthusiasts seeking authentic and delicious Northeastern Chinese cuisine.They also have Karaoke ? inside!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Wings 2
Noreen V.
Tried to call an order in for pickup as I have been meaning to try the food from BBQ85 located on Fallon Rd in Dublin, CA, but there was a language barrier as the person who answered did not understand English but was polite and was able to apologize. I intended to call in a pickup order while driving on my way home to Mountain House. BBQ85 was on the way and I was getting haaaangry for something not fast food chainish that was hopefully a healthier option. I glanced over their menu and my mind was set. Being that the gentleman was very polite, I still wanted to give this spot a go & concluded I was left with two options; place an online order to pickup eat at home or get the dine in experience. I opted for the latter and am glad I did. Once I walked in, the music playing was at just the right volume that eventually provided a relaxing dining ambiance. When I walked around the room divider that is set directly in front of the door, I was greeted kindly by the gentleman who answered the phone who then led me to my table for one. There were only two other small groups having their dinner at the time I was seated. It is a very cute little restaurant alongside other little restaurants on this side of this strip of the plaza complex. There is a big screen playing the easy listening Chinese pop music videos that was heard over the speakers. As soon as I was seated, I was provided a nice cup of water and was pointed to scan the QR Code sticker to place my order. Unfortunately, the sticker wasn't reading through my phone camera. Looks like the one on my table must have had a faded area or extra marking that didn't allow it to be read. I was able to get his attention to let him know it wasn't working and attempted to point out what I wanted on their order online feature on their website through my phone browser. That unfortunately wasn't the way to go as it was English only, but no worries he quickly brought over the actual menu which had the lingo for him to comprehend what I was indicating I was hungry for. I ordered the cucumber salad ($6.95), beef skewers (4/$9.99), lamb skewers (4/$9.99), and tofu skin skewers (2 of 3 rolled pieces on each for $4.99). All were seasoned and cooked/bbq'd to delicious perfection. The cucumber salad was crisp, flavourful, and complemented the kick from the spices from all the skewers. The portions were just right. It could probably feed two people, but I indulged in it all and was satiated yet not feeling overstuffed so I'm hoping my choosing to have my dinner here adheres to the ketobiotic foods to ingest that I'm attempting to stick to. No feeling of bloating so my digestive system and I love BBQ 85 for satisfying the haaaangry without the food coma-ness. 'Twas yummy and delightful alternating biting into spicy the cool and crisp. BBQ 85 earned a very happy new customer! I'm so pleased to yelp my great experience with all five stars despite the language barrier. The polite, attentive, and courteous service provided to me (and i noticed with the others that were dining) overtones that little barrier. I look forward to coming back to try other items offtheir menu. I've attached pics of the place, my dinner, and the menu with current prices as of 2/1/2024. Thank you for reading this review. Now, go get you some!!!
Grace H.
Very good food. We enjoyed eating here, since when we came in there's only another group, so the service was fast.
Austin Z.
Me and my partner were actually trying to find some late night Chinese food, when we stumbled BBQ 85... which we were really surprised to find that they were still open! The boss greeted us courteously and spoke in very native Chinese and served us water right on the spot -- and the appetizers came out quite quickly too! I loved the environment as well, as it was quite spacious :) We also got fried rice on top of that and two bowls of noodles... one each for me and for him. Would definitely come here again to support small businesses like this when open late this is a gem never to miss!
Elizabeth L.
BBQ 85 is located in the Fallon Gateway plaza. This is a busy plaza, so parking may be hit or miss, depending on when you come, especially on the weekends and weeknights. They stay open past 11 PM every night, so it is convenient for those of you who are looking for a late night spot in the area. It was pretty quiet here with only a couple of occupied tables when I came by on a Friday night, but it seems like it could be pretty chill and fun with the karaoke setup in the front. They were playing a mix of popular music videos on the screen, so that was enjoyable. There was only 1 employee working the front, he was nice, but he did not speak English - he tried communicating with me by using a translator app, which I appreciated. My friend and I ordered a variety of items to share, which included their BBQ Frog Legs, Beef Brisket Noodle Soup, Beef Skewers, Fish Ball Skewers, Lamb Skewers, Spicy Pig Ears, and Steam Buns. I was really looking forward to the frog legs, but unfortunately it was pretty salty, but it had a good amount of meat on it. The beef noodle soup was good and tasty for what it was - there was a good amount of noodles, but not as much of the beef brisket. The beef, fish ball, and lamb skewers were all a bit on the saltier side - I could only eat 1 skewer each because of the saltiness and it was a bit difficult to finish even that. The pig ears were my favorite - it was not that spicy, and it was chewy and tasty. The buns were very salty, which I do not understand why - I ended up just eating the inside of the bread and leaving the outer part of it behind. Overall, the food was eh and not the best, but the employee was friendly and the vibe was chill - hence the 2 stars and not a 1 star.
Mimi E.
For late night (after 9 or 10 pm) your options in Tri-valley is limited - this place is it. Came in around 9:30 pm on Friday place only had 2 other table with customers but by time we left after 10pm it was half full. I was in mood for noodle soup and their beef noodle soup hit the spot. We also ordered chicken with bone skewers aka chicken soft bone and it was a bit salty but it balanced well with the clear noodle soup. The place is bright and modern with Chinese music video playing on big screen. Good place for late night snack and drinks.
Joyce C.
You order through a qr code and some items like the beef and lamb you have to get two orders min. The flavor is very authentic and tasty. However the waiter didn't really understand English, but I was able to communicate in mandarin. He first gave me just a cup of water but eventually I had to flag him down to give me more. If I was in the area again , I would totally go again.,
Lee H.
I came here for the skewers and beef noodle soup. The beef noodle soup is extremely delicious and satisfied everything I wanted in it! I highly recommend it! Will come back for this! The skewers on the other hand all tasted similar in seasoning so I wasn't too impressed. Then again I ordered it to go so who knows if it could have been better a little more fresh.
Dia- V.
The food is proportionate to what you pay for, overall pretty decent place for snacking, chilling, and not too shabby for the wallet. You order through a QR code and ultimately pay after with the person at the counter. Easy to order for the most part and good vibes since they also offer karaoke services apparently haha. Buns and the pork belly skewers - Small, but cheap. They were cooked properly, I have no big complaints. They do taste a bit heavy on the cumin side. 3.5/5 decent. Yang Zhou Fried Rice - This is what a standard fried rice should be. My partner throughout the dinner was craving for more condiments like chili oil and soy sauce to add more flavor to the dishe, we didn't ask if they had it, instead they had something. My partner says it doesnt add too much flavor, but its something. Back to the point, this fried rice is simple, but its supposed to be. 4/5 cooked well. ShrimpEggPorkChives Dumping - 10 pieces for only $10.95, its no wonder it's popular. For that price, it's worth. Pretty tasty too. Healthy tasting personally, but my partner says, "They're just good." In other words, 4/5. Pickled Cabbage Noodle & Pork - Yo, pretty good stuff. Not gonna lie, if pickled cabbage isn't your jam, then it might be a little bit overpowering dish for you, but it's a great try. 4.5 /5 personally solid. We will definitely be back, but with family to try too!
If you want to experience Northeastern Chinese skewers plus karaoke, this is the restaurant you want to come to.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
George F.
BBQ 85 is located on Fallon Rd and Dublin Blvd. The shopping center has a bunch of food establishments. It's a bar/ karaoke/ restaurant. The menu consists of spicy salty bar bites, skewers, and noodles. The sister restaurants are Dumplings 85 and Yayume in SanRamon. We ordered the following items: Skewers Corn Lamb Veggie tofu rolls Pork and cabbage dumplings Lanzhou beef noodle soup Spicy marinated tofu and veggie salad The huge Lanzhou beef noodle soup was good. The skewers were ok very salty. We went right at 4:30pm when they just opened, service was good but we were the only patrons. Plenty of parking in the parking lot.
Austin Zhuang
Me and my partner were actually trying to find some late night Chinese food, when we stumbled BBQ 85… which we were really surprised to find that they were still open!The boss greeted us courteously and spoke in very native Chinese and served us water right on the spot — and the appetizers came out quite quickly too!We also got fried rice on top of that and two bowls of noodles… one each for me and for him. Would definitely come here again to support small businesses like this when open late ☺️ this is a gem never to miss!
This is likely the ONLY Chinese food place that opens past 10pm in the Dublin, Pleasanton and San Ramon area! Their BBQ items are authentic with charcoal flavors and they also have a great extension of menu including noodles and pancakes. For those of you who enjoy Chinese karaoke, they also have a great Chinese karaoke system here where we can sing out loud while eating BBQ past 11pm!
Amazing food ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
BBQ 85 offers a delightful array of Northeastern Shenyang-style dishes that tantalize the taste buds. Their sweet and sour pork bursts with authentic flavors, while the amazing fried chicken delivers a satisfying crunch. Don't miss out on their oysters paired with garlic noodles for a savory treat, and the lamb skewers provide a flavorful option. With such a diverse menu, BBQ 85 promises a memorable dining experience for food enthusiasts seeking authentic and delicious Northeastern Chinese cuisine.They also have Karaoke ? inside!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Wings 2
Tried to call an order in for pickup as I have been meaning to try the food from BBQ85 located on Fallon Rd in Dublin, CA, but there was a language barrier as the person who answered did not understand English but was polite and was able to apologize. I intended to call in a pickup order while driving on my way home to Mountain House. BBQ85 was on the way and I was getting haaaangry for something not fast food chainish that was hopefully a healthier option. I glanced over their menu and my mind was set. Being that the gentleman was very polite, I still wanted to give this spot a go & concluded I was left with two options; place an online order to pickup eat at home or get the dine in experience. I opted for the latter and am glad I did. Once I walked in, the music playing was at just the right volume that eventually provided a relaxing dining ambiance. When I walked around the room divider that is set directly in front of the door, I was greeted kindly by the gentleman who answered the phone who then led me to my table for one. There were only two other small groups having their dinner at the time I was seated. It is a very cute little restaurant alongside other little restaurants on this side of this strip of the plaza complex. There is a big screen playing the easy listening Chinese pop music videos that was heard over the speakers. As soon as I was seated, I was provided a nice cup of water and was pointed to scan the QR Code sticker to place my order. Unfortunately, the sticker wasn't reading through my phone camera. Looks like the one on my table must have had a faded area or extra marking that didn't allow it to be read. I was able to get his attention to let him know it wasn't working and attempted to point out what I wanted on their order online feature on their website through my phone browser. That unfortunately wasn't the way to go as it was English only, but no worries he quickly brought over the actual menu which had the lingo for him to comprehend what I was indicating I was hungry for. I ordered the cucumber salad ($6.95), beef skewers (4/$9.99), lamb skewers (4/$9.99), and tofu skin skewers (2 of 3 rolled pieces on each for $4.99). All were seasoned and cooked/bbq'd to delicious perfection. The cucumber salad was crisp, flavourful, and complemented the kick from the spices from all the skewers. The portions were just right. It could probably feed two people, but I indulged in it all and was satiated yet not feeling overstuffed so I'm hoping my choosing to have my dinner here adheres to the ketobiotic foods to ingest that I'm attempting to stick to. No feeling of bloating so my digestive system and I love BBQ 85 for satisfying the haaaangry without the food coma-ness. 'Twas yummy and delightful alternating biting into spicy the cool and crisp. BBQ 85 earned a very happy new customer! I'm so pleased to yelp my great experience with all five stars despite the language barrier. The polite, attentive, and courteous service provided to me (and i noticed with the others that were dining) overtones that little barrier. I look forward to coming back to try other items offtheir menu. I've attached pics of the place, my dinner, and the menu with current prices as of 2/1/2024. Thank you for reading this review. Now, go get you some!!!
Very good food. We enjoyed eating here, since when we came in there's only another group, so the service was fast.
Me and my partner were actually trying to find some late night Chinese food, when we stumbled BBQ 85... which we were really surprised to find that they were still open! The boss greeted us courteously and spoke in very native Chinese and served us water right on the spot -- and the appetizers came out quite quickly too! I loved the environment as well, as it was quite spacious :) We also got fried rice on top of that and two bowls of noodles... one each for me and for him. Would definitely come here again to support small businesses like this when open late this is a gem never to miss!
BBQ 85 is located in the Fallon Gateway plaza. This is a busy plaza, so parking may be hit or miss, depending on when you come, especially on the weekends and weeknights. They stay open past 11 PM every night, so it is convenient for those of you who are looking for a late night spot in the area. It was pretty quiet here with only a couple of occupied tables when I came by on a Friday night, but it seems like it could be pretty chill and fun with the karaoke setup in the front. They were playing a mix of popular music videos on the screen, so that was enjoyable. There was only 1 employee working the front, he was nice, but he did not speak English - he tried communicating with me by using a translator app, which I appreciated. My friend and I ordered a variety of items to share, which included their BBQ Frog Legs, Beef Brisket Noodle Soup, Beef Skewers, Fish Ball Skewers, Lamb Skewers, Spicy Pig Ears, and Steam Buns. I was really looking forward to the frog legs, but unfortunately it was pretty salty, but it had a good amount of meat on it. The beef noodle soup was good and tasty for what it was - there was a good amount of noodles, but not as much of the beef brisket. The beef, fish ball, and lamb skewers were all a bit on the saltier side - I could only eat 1 skewer each because of the saltiness and it was a bit difficult to finish even that. The pig ears were my favorite - it was not that spicy, and it was chewy and tasty. The buns were very salty, which I do not understand why - I ended up just eating the inside of the bread and leaving the outer part of it behind. Overall, the food was eh and not the best, but the employee was friendly and the vibe was chill - hence the 2 stars and not a 1 star.
For late night (after 9 or 10 pm) your options in Tri-valley is limited - this place is it. Came in around 9:30 pm on Friday place only had 2 other table with customers but by time we left after 10pm it was half full. I was in mood for noodle soup and their beef noodle soup hit the spot. We also ordered chicken with bone skewers aka chicken soft bone and it was a bit salty but it balanced well with the clear noodle soup. The place is bright and modern with Chinese music video playing on big screen. Good place for late night snack and drinks.
You order through a qr code and some items like the beef and lamb you have to get two orders min. The flavor is very authentic and tasty. However the waiter didn't really understand English, but I was able to communicate in mandarin. He first gave me just a cup of water but eventually I had to flag him down to give me more. If I was in the area again , I would totally go again.,
I came here for the skewers and beef noodle soup. The beef noodle soup is extremely delicious and satisfied everything I wanted in it! I highly recommend it! Will come back for this! The skewers on the other hand all tasted similar in seasoning so I wasn't too impressed. Then again I ordered it to go so who knows if it could have been better a little more fresh.
The food is proportionate to what you pay for, overall pretty decent place for snacking, chilling, and not too shabby for the wallet. You order through a QR code and ultimately pay after with the person at the counter. Easy to order for the most part and good vibes since they also offer karaoke services apparently haha. Buns and the pork belly skewers - Small, but cheap. They were cooked properly, I have no big complaints. They do taste a bit heavy on the cumin side. 3.5/5 decent. Yang Zhou Fried Rice - This is what a standard fried rice should be. My partner throughout the dinner was craving for more condiments like chili oil and soy sauce to add more flavor to the dishe, we didn't ask if they had it, instead they had something. My partner says it doesnt add too much flavor, but its something. Back to the point, this fried rice is simple, but its supposed to be. 4/5 cooked well. ShrimpEggPorkChives Dumping - 10 pieces for only $10.95, its no wonder it's popular. For that price, it's worth. Pretty tasty too. Healthy tasting personally, but my partner says, "They're just good." In other words, 4/5. Pickled Cabbage Noodle & Pork - Yo, pretty good stuff. Not gonna lie, if pickled cabbage isn't your jam, then it might be a little bit overpowering dish for you, but it's a great try. 4.5 /5 personally solid. We will definitely be back, but with family to try too!
Restaurantji Recommends
If you want to experience Northeastern Chinese skewers plus karaoke, this is the restaurant you want to come to.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
BBQ 85 is located on Fallon Rd and Dublin Blvd. The shopping center has a bunch of food establishments. It's a bar/ karaoke/ restaurant. The menu consists of spicy salty bar bites, skewers, and noodles. The sister restaurants are Dumplings 85 and Yayume in SanRamon. We ordered the following items: Skewers Corn Lamb Veggie tofu rolls Pork and cabbage dumplings Lanzhou beef noodle soup Spicy marinated tofu and veggie salad The huge Lanzhou beef noodle soup was good. The skewers were ok very salty. We went right at 4:30pm when they just opened, service was good but we were the only patrons. Plenty of parking in the parking lot.
Me and my partner were actually trying to find some late night Chinese food, when we stumbled BBQ 85… which we were really surprised to find that they were still open!The boss greeted us courteously and spoke in very native Chinese and served us water right on the spot — and the appetizers came out quite quickly too!We also got fried rice on top of that and two bowls of noodles… one each for me and for him. Would definitely come here again to support small businesses like this when open late ☺️ this is a gem never to miss!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Spicy Pig Ears, Pig's Ear, Scallion Pancake, Beef Brisket Noodle Soup, Lanzhou Beef Noodle
The most authentic Chinese BBQ I had outside of
Food: 5
This is likely the ONLY Chinese food place that opens past 10pm in the Dublin, Pleasanton and San Ramon area! Their BBQ items are authentic with charcoal flavors and they also have a great extension of menu including noodles and pancakes. For those of you who enjoy Chinese karaoke, they also have a great Chinese karaoke system here where we can sing out loud while eating BBQ past 11pm!