Abbey’s Real Texas BBQ has been serving up smoky goodness since the late 1980s, when founder Abbey Yaghmai brought his passion for authentic Lone Star barbecue to San Diego. Starting as a small, family-run spot, the restaurant quickly gained popularity with locals craving true Texas-style brisket, ribs, and sausage. Over the years, its reputation grew, attracting not just neighborhood regulars but also visitors from all over who wanted a taste of slow-smoked tradition.
As the menu expanded, Abbey’s became known for hearty platters, juicy sandwiches, and classic Southern sides. What many don’t realize, however, is that alongside the well-loved staples, there’s also a secret menu—special items and off-menu twists that loyal fans whisper about. Still, the heart of Abbey’s remains its original signature brisket, smoked low and slow, which continues to be the star of the show. A true reminder that classics never go out of style.
Abbey’s Real Texas BBQ Menu (updated menu 2026)
starters
Item Note Price Wings (8) BBQ Hot, BBQ Mild, Buffalo, Lemon Pepper, Garlic Parmesan, Carolina Tangy Gold $13.99 Sliced Hot Links (2) $9.99 Smoked Burnt Ends $13.99 Sliced Mild Kielbasa (2) $9.99
by the pound
Item Note Price Smoked Ham Includes BBQ sauce $18.99 Hot Links or Mild Kielbasa Includes BBQ sauce $19.99 Turkey or Pork Shoulder Boneless Breast 100% White Meat • Includes BBQ sauce $24.99 Beef Brisket Trimmed & Sliced • Includes BBQ sauce $28.99 1/4 Chicken Served With 1 Cornbread • Add 1 Side $2 • Add 2 Sides $4 $10.99 1/2 Chicken Served With 1 Cornbread • Add 1 Side $2 • Add 2 Sides $4 $12.99 Whole Chicken Served With 2 Cornbread • Add 1 Side $2 • Add 2 Sides $4
wraps
Item Note Price Wrap (Choice of Meat) Includes rice, beans, & lettuce inside wrap • 1 Side $15.99 Wrap (Choice of Meat) Includes rice, beans, & lettuce inside wrap • 2 Sides $16.99
sandwiches
Item Note Price Ham, Turkey, Sausage, Hot Links or Chicken Add 1 Side $15.99 Ham, Turkey, Sausage, Hot Links or Chicken Add 2 Sides $16.99 Pork Shoulder Add 1 Side $16.99 Pork Shoulder Add 2 Sides $17.99 Texas Chainsaw Mammoth Sandwich Beef Brisket, Pulled Pork, Smoked Pit Ham, Hot Links, Over Easy Egg, American Cheese, Onion Rings, Coleslaw, Fries, BBQ Sauce, Drizzled With Ranch $33.99 Beef Brisket Add 1 Side $17.99 Beef Brisket Add 2 Sides $18.99 The Lil’ Sandwich (Excludes Chicken) Add 1 Side $11.99
caesar salad
Item Note Price Caesar Salad (Small) Includes cornbread • Serves 1 • Add Any Meat +$8 $7.99 Caesar Salad (Large) Includes cornbread • Serves 2 • Add Any Meat +$8 $9.99
lunch specials
Item Note Price Small Caesar Salad Choice Of BBQ Meat. Served with Cornbread & 12oz Drink $12.99 2 Pork Ribs & 1 Quarter Chicken Served With Cornbread, 1 Side, & 12oz Drink $15.99 Fish & Chips Served With Coleslaw, Fries, & 12oz Drink $12.00 Deluxe Brisket Burger Grilled Onions, Lettuce, Tomato, Pickles, 100% Homemade Prime Angus Brisket Patty $16.99 Rice Bowl Yellow Rice, Pinto Beans, And Any Choice Of Meat With 12oz Drink $16.99 Wrap Special Lettuce, Rice, Beans, And Any Choice Of Meat With 12oz Drink $16.99 Western Brisket Burger Fried Egg, Onion Ring, Bacon, 100% Homemade Prime Angus Brisket Patty $16.99
happy hour
Item Note Price All Beers From 3:00 – 6:00 PM on weekdays only • $2 Off Starters From 3:00 – 6:00 PM on weekdays only • $1 Off
sampler plates
Item Note Price No. 1 Beef Brisket, Pulled Pork, Pork Ribs, Chicken & 2 Sides • Includes cornbread & a choice of sides $37.99 No. 2 4 Baby Back Ribs, 1/4 Chicken & 2 Sides • Sub Chicken For Brisket Or Pork $2.99 • Includes cornbread & a choice of sides $29.99 No. 3 1/4 Chicken + Beef Brisket + 2 Sides • Includes cornbread & a choice of sides
sides
Item Note Price Half Pint (8oz) Potato Salad, Cole Slaw, Elbow Macaroni Salad, BBQ Pinto Beans, Caesar Salad, Seasoned Yellow Rice, Seasoned Yellow Rice Topped With BBQ Beans $5.99 Full Pint (16oz) Potato Salad, Cole Slaw, Elbow Macaroni Salad, BBQ Pinto Beans, Caesar Salad, Seasoned Yellow Rice, Seasoned Yellow Rice Topped With BBQ Beans $7.99 French Fries $6.99 Fried Okra $8.99 Corn on the Cob $2.99 Onion Rings $6.99 Cornbread $2.00
beer & wine
Item Note Price Premium Draft $9.99 Premium Pitcher $20.99 Wine by the Glass $6.99 Domestic Draf $9.50 IPA Pitcher $33.50 Wine by the Bottle $14.99 Fountain Drinks $2.99 Stubborn Soda $3.49 Water Bottle $2.25
