17533 Santa Cruz
Hwy, Los Gatos, CA
95033-9101

(408) 354-3060

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Smokin’ Good Barbecue

BBQ & Drinks

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The Cats in the News

>> Uncover the 128-year history of a beloved Los Gatos BBQ restaurant
>> The Cats restaurant in Los Gatos relaunching under new ownership
>> Los Gatos: Checking out The Cats’ new barbecue menu, new look

The BBQ Place.

Our Delicious Story

Welcome to The Cats, Los Gatos – a beloved spot for locals and visitors alike to enjoy the best Smoked BBQ, craft cocktails, and Bay Area bands.
We’re passionate about barbecue, not just the food, the scent of our extraordinary smoker and a sense of camaraderie.
The Cats is a place to gather and indulge in the atmosphere: whether it’s dinner with loved ones, a night out with friends, or a special event to celebrate life’s milestones.

Smoked Beef Ribs

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One & Only
Iconic West Venue
est. 1896

Smokin’ Good BBQ

Fresh From the Smoker

Texas Style Brisket

Our mouth-watering brisket, slow-smoked for 12 hours and sliced thin.

Brisket and Drinks

Texas Style Pulled Pork

Slow-Smoked Pulled Pork Paired with our Signature BBQ Sauces.

Pull Pork

Manila Chicken

Classic Filipino street food sweet and savory flavors with cucumber salad, vinegar & garlic rice

Manila Chicken

Smoked Beef Ribs

Juicy beef ribs braised in the Chef’s in-house marinade, smoked slow to a fall-off-the-bone tender

Smoke Beef Ribs

St. Louis Ribs

Slow Smoked Pork Ribs, Seasoned lightly, Paired with our In House BBQ Sauces.

St Louis Ribs

Smoked Crispy Pata

Filipino Smoked Ham Hock, Slow Cooked, Deep Fried to Perfection.

Smoked Crispy Pata

Live Music

People Love THE CATS

We strive to be the best BBQ, Drinks & Live Entertainment place serving our Bay Area & Santa Cruz Communities!

“a wonderful little restaurant/bar that punches way above its weight class…”

– H.Michael Hervey

“Generous portions of food and live music…”

– Steve Hansen

“Parking is tight but plenty / service is excellent…”

– Sam Deleeuw

“Great live music, service, and food… .”

– Simone Styr