Turkey Preorders Open Oct. 5th
Reserve your smoked thanksgiving turkey before they’re gone
Hours
Every day
7 am
‘til
9 pm
or sold out
Closed Thanksgiving
& Christmas
Address
8059
Aptos St.
Aptos, CA
95003
Reserve your bird
Mark your calendars and get ready to gobble—our Smoked Thanksgiving turkeys go on sale Saturday, October 5th! These honey-brined, slow-smoked, all-natural birds fly off the shelves fast, so snag yours before they disappear. Don’t say we didn’t warn you!
$125 each, avg. 14 lbs.
Carve your way to a $250 Aptos Gift Card
Bring your pumpkin and your most chilling ideas to Santana Square for a spooktacular jack o’lantern carving challenge! You’ll have 1 hour to transform your pumpkin into a magical masterpiece. Judging starts at 10am, so don’t miss out!
We’ll have donuts, cider, and mouthwatering breakfast tacos for all participants. The winner takes home a $250 gift card to Aptos St BBQ. Only 50 spots are available—RSVP below!
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Aptos Post Office Jumps
In 1986, local kids in Aptos, California, started building dirt jumps near the post office. These jumps, known as the Aptos Post Office Jumps, became a hub for the youth, promoting creativity and camaraderie. Over the years, they evolved into a world-famous course, attracting riders globally to display their skills.
When Aptos St. BBQ opened in 2009, its first loyal customers were the cycling community frequenting the jumps. The restaurant and the riders built a strong bond, making it a favorite spot for BBQ after a day on the jumps.
Although the jumps have been dismantled, Aptos St. BBQ continues to serve the cycling community, honoring the legacy of the jumps and their impact on our town.
Friends, Family, and BBQ Make the Best Holidays
See holiday menu
Breakfast every day, 7am-11am
We’re dishin’ out breakfast tacos and sandwiches that’ll warm your heart and fill your belly, seven days a week. It’s the kind of breakfast that feels like home. So come on in, settle down, and let us serve you a breakfast that’s as cozy and inviting as a sunrise over our BBQ pits.
Hauntingly Delightful
Our meaty beef rib specials are eerily good—available from October 31st to November 3rd.
💀Thriller Filler – $65 (Feeds 2-3) 1 Rack of Meaty Beef Back Ribs, Choice of 2 Pints of Sides, and a 1/2 Loaf of Garlic Bread
💀Meat Monster – $115 (Feeds 5-6) 2 Racks of Meaty Beef Back Ribs, Choice of 3 Pints of Sides, and a Loaf of Garlic Bread
💀The Lone Goblin – $26 (Feeds 1 Goblin) 3 Meaty Beef Back Ribs, Choice of 2 Sides, and Bread
Good Vibes and soulful blues
We’re more than just your go to spot for the best BBQ in Santa Cruz county. We’ve got live blues 7 nights a week and a seat at the table waiting for you. So come grab a beer, or a whole BBQ spread, and join us for some soulful blues and good times.
FUNDRAISING WITH BBQ
Throughout the year we partner with local schools, clubs, youth sports teams, and PTAs to help give back to our community. Fundraisers are easy to set up, fun to attend, and stocked with delicious BBQ for everyone to enjoy.
Introducing Real Smoked Rewards
Award winning BBQ with perks, what’s not to love? Surprise birthday gifts, first dibs on holiday preorders, smokin’ deals and so much more.
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It’s another great day to be together
When the beer is cold and the pits are hot, people tend to gather. That’s a truth as old as time, and one that’s near and dear to our hearts. Grab a friend, a beer, and a seat, and join us in celebrating the power of fire and time in the most authentic way possible.
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