Great barbecue !! Feels mom and pop. Staff really friendly. I think you’ll like it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Elizabeth Juarez Sanchez
First time here. We ordered carry out food was warm and well packed. Upon opening food looked and smelled great. And it was delicious all the meats were nice and tender and bbq sauce were delicious. Sides were a great compliment to all the food definitely recommend.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Pam Volker
Great bbq ribs, brisket and salad options.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Marshall Clayton
Fantastic BBQ but catering available. I would highly recommend these guys to anyone who wants quality barbecue at reasonable pricing for their home activity
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lisa Conway
Our first time here. I was craving for meat so, my husband and I decided to check this place out. We ordered the mix platter consist with 2 different kinds of ribs and brisket, comes with BBQ beans, coleslaw and Texas toast. My husband thought cornbread probably better than toast. Meat could use a little bit of salt for my liking. But overall it's good and we will be coming back to taste the rest of their foods.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
T T
Great ribs!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jane Woo
Love this place and food was awesome so moist and coleslaw
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tiana Clark
Wings are bomb, banana pudding is bomb, with the Mac & cheese was a little better.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Robert Mack
I’ve known Gene for about a year now through the Pickleball Club. He’s mentioned his barbecue spot a few times, and I’ve been meaning to go forever. Lately, it’s been coming up in conversation, and I finally thought, “You know what? Let’s do it. I’m ready for some barbecue.”
And wow, I’m so glad I did.
Now, I’ll be honest, I’m friends with Gene, so this could sound biased, but this was hands down the best barbecue I’ve had in Orange County. I wouldn’t call myself a barbecue connoisseur, but I’ve eaten my fair share in Texas multiple times at some incredible spots, and Blake’s Place took me right back.
The place was buzzing at lunchtime, packed with happy people, amazing smells in the air, and a super friendly staff. Gene came out with an absolute feast: pork ribs, baby back ribs, smoked and sweet chicken wings, brisket (both lean and fatty), pulled pork, smoked turkey, and sausage. It was the works. Blake came out to say hi and make sure our meal was a 10/10, he even came back with some special sauce and a few select bites that he wanted us to try. Made us feel very special!
Everything was delicious, and the standout for me was the fatty brisket, melt-in-your-mouth good. Their house barbecue sauce was on point too, perfectly balanced, not overly sweet, and surprisingly low in sugar, which I really appreciated.
And I have to mention this, the coleslaw was incredible. I’m picky about coleslaw, and this one hit the mark: lightly dressed, still crunchy, and the perfect refreshing bite between all the rich, smoky meat. The baked beans were great too.
What really stood out was the vibe, genuine people doing real barbecue right. I felt the passion in the food and the atmosphere.
To top it off, I learned that Blake’s Place, named after Gene’s son Blake, also does a ton of catering for big events, parties, and even holiday meals. I think we’ll be ordering from them for Thanksgiving this year.
If you haven’t been yet, put Blake’s Place on your BBQ list. And if you have, you already know what I’m talking about.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jessica Walker
I was bummed when I left texas for good, never thought I'd ever find good brisket in California and yet, Blake's Place was here all along. The best barbeque Ive had in California by far. Total hole in the wall location but the service and food is amazing. Cannot recommend this place enough. Their spicy barbecue isn't horribly spicy, instead, it's super savory. Cannot wait to come back again and again! :) Thanks for the perfect date night!
Great barbecue !! Feels mom and pop. Staff really friendly. I think you’ll like it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
First time here. We ordered carry out food was warm and well packed. Upon opening food looked and smelled great. And it was delicious all the meats were nice and tender and bbq sauce were delicious. Sides were a great compliment to all the food definitely recommend.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great bbq ribs, brisket and salad options.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Fantastic BBQ but catering available. I would highly recommend these guys to anyone who wants quality barbecue at reasonable pricing for their home activity
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Our first time here. I was craving for meat so, my husband and I decided to check this place out. We ordered the mix platter consist with 2 different kinds of ribs and brisket, comes with BBQ beans, coleslaw and Texas toast. My husband thought cornbread probably better than toast. Meat could use a little bit of salt for my liking. But overall it's good and we will be coming back to taste the rest of their foods.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Great ribs!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Love this place and food was awesome so moist and coleslaw
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Wings are bomb, banana pudding is bomb, with the Mac & cheese was a little better.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
I’ve known Gene for about a year now through the Pickleball Club. He’s mentioned his barbecue spot a few times, and I’ve been meaning to go forever. Lately, it’s been coming up in conversation, and I finally thought, “You know what? Let’s do it. I’m ready for some barbecue.”
And wow, I’m so glad I did.
Now, I’ll be honest, I’m friends with Gene, so this could sound biased, but this was hands down the best barbecue I’ve had in Orange County. I wouldn’t call myself a barbecue connoisseur, but I’ve eaten my fair share in Texas multiple times at some incredible spots, and Blake’s Place took me right back.
The place was buzzing at lunchtime, packed with happy people, amazing smells in the air, and a super friendly staff. Gene came out with an absolute feast: pork ribs, baby back ribs, smoked and sweet chicken wings, brisket (both lean and fatty), pulled pork, smoked turkey, and sausage. It was the works. Blake came out to say hi and make sure our meal was a 10/10, he even came back with some special sauce and a few select bites that he wanted us to try. Made us feel very special!
Everything was delicious, and the standout for me was the fatty brisket, melt-in-your-mouth good. Their house barbecue sauce was on point too, perfectly balanced, not overly sweet, and surprisingly low in sugar, which I really appreciated.
And I have to mention this, the coleslaw was incredible. I’m picky about coleslaw, and this one hit the mark: lightly dressed, still crunchy, and the perfect refreshing bite between all the rich, smoky meat. The baked beans were great too.
What really stood out was the vibe, genuine people doing real barbecue right. I felt the passion in the food and the atmosphere.
To top it off, I learned that Blake’s Place, named after Gene’s son Blake, also does a ton of catering for big events, parties, and even holiday meals. I think we’ll be ordering from them for Thanksgiving this year.
If you haven’t been yet, put Blake’s Place on your BBQ list. And if you have, you already know what I’m talking about.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I was bummed when I left texas for good, never thought I'd ever find good brisket in California and yet, Blake's Place was here all along. The best barbeque Ive had in California by far. Total hole in the wall location but the service and food is amazing. Cannot recommend this place enough. Their spicy barbecue isn't horribly spicy, instead, it's super savory. Cannot wait to come back again and again! :) Thanks for the perfect date night!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Food is excellent service is awesome and atmosphere is great! The owner is awesome and great hospitality!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Good food
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Baby Back Rib Meal, Baked Beans, Pulled Pork Sandwich, Pulled Pork Pile, Blake's Smoked Wings, Cole Slaw, Salads, BBQ, Fries, Blake's BBQ Sauce, BBQ Chicken, Beef Brisket, Blake's Big BBQ Plate, Banana Pudding, Prime Rib Sandwich, Onion Rings, Mac and Cheese, Blake's Rings \u0026 French Fries Combo, Smoked Meat, Half-Sandwich \u0026 Salad Chopped Brisket
Food is just too good, don't miss it.
Service is incredible, everyone is so friendly and kind.
Thanks! Don't forget getting a fat tire.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best bbq, everyone at the birthday party loved it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Pulled chicken is amazing!!!!!!!!
My husband loves the smoked turkey sandwich.
Great bbq sauces
Place gets packed at lunch, I can see why! 🩷
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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