One great part about summer and holidays like Memorial Day is it being the best time of the year for BBQ. If you’re like the rest of LA with little to no time to pop open the grill, then check out the tasty eats below!
Bludso’s Bar & Que
Location: 609 N. La Brea Ave., CA 90036
Fourth-generation pit-master, Kevin Bludso, brought his Texas roots to Compton, California to provide us with a barbecue experience that doesn’t happen just anywhere. Standing in the typically long lines are more than worth the wait as many TV personalities continue to host barbecue pop-ups on their backlots. You can expect a finger-licking good meal that will leave you feeling full and satisfied.
Maple Block Meat Co
Location: 3973 Sepulveda Blvd. Culver City, CA 90230
This neighborhood restaurant draws you in with the smoky aroma from the wood-smoked meats guests can pair with handmade beverages. Although their sides can be hit or miss, Maple Block Meat Company prides themselves on their expertise smoking the meat.
Woody’s BBQ
Location: 475 S. Market St., Inglewood, CA 90301
Woody’s BBQ is known for catering large events and providing take-out for customers in the heart of Inglewood. Some of their popular dishes include rib tips, beef and pork ribs and beef links. Honestly, you can’t go wrong with anything on their menu!
Wood Ranch
Location: 189 The Grove Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90036
16-award winning restaurant, Wood Ranch, caters to barbecue lovers that expect nothing but the best! Their smoky wood flavor in the chicken, pork and brisket is something that makes their food stand out. Following your meal, you can walk around The Grove and enjoy the outdoor mall.
Lucille’s BBQ
Location: 6000 Sepulveda Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90230
Lucille’s BBQ has some of the best ribs, tri-tips, barbecue chicken, mashed potatoes and greens in Los Angeles. Known for their unique sauces and flavors, this restaurant caters to parties both small and large to provide a satisfactory experience.
Phillip’s Bar-B-Que
Location: 2619 Crenshaw Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90016
Phillip’s is famous for their peppery-style pork ribs and hot barbecue sauce for more than 20 years. Due to high demand, it’s wise to place an order rather than wait in the typical long line to receive your meal.
Barrel & Ashes
Location: 11801 Ventura Blvd., Studio City, CA 91604
Barrel & Ashes is heavily influenced by Texas-style recipes and sauces and is carried out in their food. Even though you can’t go wrong on ordering anything on their menu, this restaurant’s most alluring meat is the pork short ribs.
Horse Thief BBQ
Location: 324 S. Hill St., Los Angeles, CA 90013
This Texas-style vendor provides an experience that feels more ‘Austin than downtown LA.’ Although they started out being known for their sides, Horse Thief has expanded and veered towards more traditional foods which increased their business.
Robert Earl’s BBQ
Location: 703 E. Artesia Blvd., Long Beach, CA 90805
Robert Earl and his wife prepare some of the most delicious barbecue at their restaurant in North Long Beach. The vegetarian sides included in nearly all meals compliment the barbecue that’s ‘so good make u slap mama.’