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Sam's BBQ Diner, a beloved Barbecue restaurant, Diner, and Traditional American restaurant in San Jose, CA, invites you to savor the rich flavors of classic American comfort food. Located at 3309 San Felipe Rd, San Jose, CA 95135, our cozy eatery is dedicated to serving up mouth-watering BBQ delights and hearty diner favorites in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. From tender ribs to juicy burgers, our menu boasts an array of mouth-watering options to satisfy any appetite. Whether you're in the mood for a quick lunch or a leisurely dinner, our friendly staff is always ready to provide exceptional service and ensure a memorable dining experience. Come visit us today and taste the difference at Sam's BBQ Diner, your go-to destination for delicious Barbecue, Diner, and Traditional American cuisine in San Jose!

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Jewels Bailon
Jewels Bailon -Google user
3 years ago
The Best Chicharon ever.
Take out
Ruth Sibal
Ruth Sibal -Google user
a year ago
The food was great. It taste like HOME. I went here a few times to experience the To Go and Dine In service and I must say, they were not as bad as I have read here. The Bagnet was a must try. Their Papaitan,...Read More
Dine inDinner$10–20Atmosphere: 3Manong was really nice. Specially, taking it over for 17yrs from the previous owner.
C.B
C.B -Google user
a year ago
Good Filipino food and cheap. The owner couple are very nice. Food could be hotter, but the quality and price are great. Cash only.
Dine in$1–10Atmosphere: 4
Jon Pires
Jon Pires -Google user
2 years ago
Sam's is an absolute must if your looking for comforting Filipino food. Sam serves it up fresh and authentic. The turon or fried bananas are so good. Cash only.
Take outLunch$10–20Atmosphere: 5
Doug Reid
Doug Reid -Google user
2 years ago
I've been eating there I believe about 40 years. Like home cooked. So many dishes I have seen at Sams.
Service: 5
Melvin Datu
Melvin Datu -Google user
2 years ago
Great food, and the owner is nice. The taste of a home cook filipino food at it's finest
Atmosphere: 5
Alexis Torio
Alexis Torio -Google user
a year ago
Authentic Filipino food and it’s delicious. Highly recommended, try the BBQ! 👍
Dine inLunch$10–20Atmosphere: 5
Phuong Le
Phuong Le -Google user
2 years ago
The food tastes superb!!! Such an underrated place. I highly recommend this place.
kim lavaro
kim lavaro -Google user
2 years ago
Amazing staff and the food is good. FILIPINO FOOD is their specialty.
Take outOther$20–30Atmosphere: 4
Hew Simrad
Hew Simrad -Google user
4 years ago
Great homestyle classic Filipino food cooking, very enjoyable and always delicious
Nikillas
Nikillas -Google user
a year ago
Love the turon!!! 🔥 …
Dine in…
Stephanie Defiesta
Stephanie Defiesta -Google user
5 years ago
My Filipino food to go.
Chris M
Chris M -Google user
7 years ago
Best bay bbq restaurant
Yuri Navarro
Yuri Navarro -Google user
5 years ago
Food is great!!
ALEX LOKI
ALEX LOKI -Google user
6 years ago
Love this place!
Eileen Crisolo
Eileen Crisolo -Google user
a year ago
Service: 3…
LimSanity
LimSanity -Google user
a year ago
StacyMarie
StacyMarie -Google user
a year ago
Service: 5…
Sherwin Lucas
Sherwin Lucas -Google user
a year ago
Service: 5…
Christopher Roy
Christopher Roy -Google user
4 years ago

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