Olde 80 BBQ Bar & Grill

Update:I 've heard they have made some major changes. New partners, new menu etc. I have not been in yet but am hearing good things. ******** Older review : Recent addition of the new name and back to BBQ. The food was very good. Had the Tri tip sandwich and while I usually like a thicker cut, the thin slices were pretty good. Nice flavor and tenderness. Loved the horseradish sauce! Nice and hot like horseradish should be. Causal out door patio with a nice western feel.

This really should have two ratings: Bar: 3.5 stars Grill: 1.5 stars This is one of those places that you probably will either really like or not go back. The food was luke-warm. The portions were good size, fair price. They switched from tap to can for my beer selection and didn't tell me. Can vs Tap? Really? Seems like a heads up would be in order, especially if you consider yourself a bar. You'll like it if you fit the demographic, want a bar with edible food, have reason to be in the area and are over 50 (yeah, I know that is technically a demographic, but it is worth calling out). You won't like it if you want better than average BBQ (can’t compare to Coops in Lemon Grove, Iron Pig Ale House in PB... I'd say even Dickie's has better BBQ. Which Coops was closer/easier to get to), want something other than an IPA, know the difference between Scotch and Whiskey, want hot food, mind blowing sides, have to make a special trip to get there, aren't a hipster but can spot one. (I'd pay t

I really want to like this place. Atmosphere is great as a neighborhood bar and staff is friendly. Food MIGHT be great if it was hot! I told server the first time I was there and she was receptive. I see several reviews indicating the same. But food arrived just warm at our latest visit. Please serve the food hot! It was better at home when I heated the leftovers.