Smokehouse 41 - Oakhurst

First timer here, it was worth the wait in a weekend. There's always a line esp on a weekend. Staff were very attentive and accommodating. Ambiance was ok, patio dining is also ok... facing the highway, and good view as well. Food was great , we had the rib plate and the pit master. Very sumptous and also big plates , shareable. We likewise order french fries and serving was huge... it was super good and tasty. When in Oakhurst , this is the place to go for dinner or lunch.

Great food, simple friendly service, and satisfying b-q! LOVE MY BARBECUE....................

Average BBQ for touristy prices. Protein is certainly on every hungry hiker's mind after a day in Yosemite, and we made a point to come here for dinner based on previous reviews. Look for the two story sky blue lodge style building. Fair number of parking spaces, shared with some other businesses in the plaza. The place is smaller than the building suggests, with the counter and dining space taking up maybe half of the building's first floor. The door puts you directly in front of the order counter and kitchen, and staff were peppy and friendly. Order meat from the first employee, sides from the second, and get your drinks from the register person who will ring you up. The whole process is pretty efficient, and though we were initially told the brisket was out, someone brought out a giant slab of brisket right before we were about to order. Ambiance is sort of a once charming saloon sticky linoleum tables and chairs, with old country hits playing. I did like that each table was equipped with a roll of paper towels and original as well as spicy house BBQ sauce. Would probably try to eat on the porch next time in ambient weather. We got a half pound each of brisket and smoked sausage, and a half rack of ribs. Complemented by broccoli salad and mac n' cheese. Everything was pretty meh. Brisket, despite being as fresh as we could have gotten it, was dry and the flavor had been cooked out of it. Even though it had a nice smoke ring, there was no juice to each bite and I had to swab it in BBQ sauce to help it go down. Similarly, the ribs had a nice glaze but didn't have fall off the bone quality. Sausage was, well, sausage. Sides were okay (good portion size), with the broccoli salad being a nice variety of apples, slaw, and raisins, but the mac n' cheese was saved only by the bacon bits on top (optional). Not sure if we came on an off day but would be shocking to go 0 for 3 in meats at a dedicated BBQ restaurant.

Solid BBQ in oakhurst! Stopped in for lunch. Get there right when they open to avoid a line. Friendly staff and straightforward menu. I had the rib Combo plate. It was more than enough of food for one possibly two people. I wish that I had picked the tri-tip over the brisket! Next time I will take the recommendation of the employee Great beer selection and convenient location!

There weren't a lot of choices to eat nearby, and this was across from the hotel, so we gave it a try. The ordering process was difficult. Everyone had to go through one person who took the order, chopped up the barbecue you ordered, weighed it, cut a bun, and put it on a bun, all while everyone in line was waiting. If it was something more than a sandwich, they made it in back and brought it out to your table. They did have a few good beers on tap and more in cans. The food was decent, not nearly the best barbecue I've had. The dining area was fairly uncomfortable and cold. I looked forward to leaving.