50 Best Barbeque Restaurants near Huntington Beach

“The tri tip I order today was amazing and the staff here are very respectful and attentive! Got a chance to try out the new bbq sauce recipe and it’s delicious! 10 out of 10 would definitely recommend this restaurant for the bbq lovers“

“Our whole family enjoys eating here, even our two young girls. We really love the smoked turkey and brisket, but all the meats are good. The service is excellent and each person really cares about the people they serve and the food they make. The place is clean, even the bathrooms are clean. We like to enjoy our meal on the small back patio.“

“Great atmosphere great vibes Sammy Hagar did a great job in Hunt Bch“

“Well. My Girlfriend Julie & I Love Swim Together At The Beach. & We Can Dance At Sea Salt In Huntington Beach.“

“If you’re craving teriyaki chicken and beef, this place is it. First bite, noticed how good the quality of meat is. The prices are so reasonable and good for how good the quality is and how filling it is. I got the beef and chicken plate and I usually eat a lot, but I was so full with a quarter of it still left. This was 1000% a solid teriyaki bowl and will come back for more.“

“The food choices were amazing, everything was fresh and delicious. The service was also A+, everyone was so helpful.“

“Love the chicken curry katsu. And they have the best macaroni salad. Wish there were a close one to us in Lake Forest.“

“Had the best food at Smoke Queen Barbecue: the tri tip, chicken, sausage, ribs, and delicious sides were all fall off the bone fantastic. Try the sesame slaw with spicy cucumbers, macaroni and cheese and fries. We loved the banana pudding, bread pudding, beers on tap, all with a great smile and playground to enjoy with our family. If you haven’t tried Smoke Queen Barbecue, you are missing out. So scrumptious!“

“I had the best birthday dinner at Lalc! I had the Giant Sandwich loaded with Andouille sausage, brisket and pulled pork over slaw on a Ciabatta roll! It was soooo big I could only eat half! The Brussels spouts were amazing and the 5 cheese Mac and Cheese was the best we have ever had! 5 Star!!!! I must try!!!“

“So sad to go back to Dallas where there is NOTHING that compares to the quality of food & service at Mo Ran Gak. This was the best meal, truly. Authentic, high quality, delicious, generous portions, attentive and kind service - I could not have been happier with my experience here! I cannot wait to come back.“

“Amazing BBQ in Orange County. Fall off the bone ribs, tender brisket, moist BBQ chicken, pulled pork, juicy sausages. A real hidden gem. Highly recommended!“

“WOW OH WOW!!!! Where do I begin. RibBros is actually peak BBQ. I usually go to one closer to my house 30 min away but this stuff is worth the drive. OH MY DAYS!!! There mac is to die for and their gochujang pork belly is SO FREAKING GOOD. Love the ambiance and music choice. I be singing along eating. The worker was fantastic. If you love BBQ, u gotta check this place out. YUMMY IN MY TUMMY!!!“

“Best priced KBBQ in OC as of 2026. This is the ONLY place I know of where they allow you to pay a set price regardless of what time of day or what day or the week it is. The owner is fantastic and personally checks in on you. The meat is always fresh, delicious and generously portioned. They switch around the banchan and there kpop and soju everywhere. The service is fast, friendly and it feels like ajumma worried you're not eating enough. Parking can be a little tough and lines can long during weekend dinners. Also be aware that they only accept solo diners between Monday-Thursday from 11-4.“

“Best Korean BBQ in OC! Love the food and the service. Did i mention free Thrifty's ice cream?“

“Hands down BEST Pit Builders in California! I spent 5 years researching and slowly deciding who and when to get my pit and after a lengthy process I’m more then thrilled to have my 120 Gallon Harper Pit! It’s a no brainer they are often imitated but never duplicated with their ingenuity and craftsmanship is second to none.“

“Came here on a short vacation to Disney for the kiddo. My best friend is from South Korea, point of that is to say I’ve eaten a lot of shabu and kbbq. Great quality food, staff was literally grabbing the plates as they were emptied, very nice and fast. Didn’t try the shabu this time but the meat quality was worth every dollar. Highly recommend!“

“We came here for our anniversary. Christian was our waiter. He was very friendly and went out of his way to make sure we had everything we needed the whole time we were there. This was or first time here and here and all the staff made us feel very welcomed.“

“Genghis Khan Mongolian BBQ is literally the best I have ever had. I have been going here for years and it is one of my all time favorite restaurants. The food is amazing and the owners are amazing also.“

“Today I went to rodeo 39 in Garden Grove with some friends and I stumbled across Kra Z Kai's. It was my second time trying Laos barbecue. This place is a hidden gem for sure. Everything was the delicious. The ribs were marinated for 24 hours. The barbecue pork and the chicken were all marinated in the same sauce. The owner told me the service was fast and this whole ambience was nice some of the best food I've had in a long time next time I'm going to Garden Grove. I will come here again.“

“Good food,,friendly and accommodating staffs👍“

“Tasty French dip. Lots of meat and a really tasty roll. Will definitely be back. Thanks for a great experience!“

“This is My Favorite！！Great Food!“

“The best bbq in the OC...“

“Picked up try tip to go with Brussels sprouts & potato salad. Food was awful overpriced & tasteless meat was tender not no flavor. Brussels spouts were overcooked & chewy potato salad tasted like store bought. Never go back! Way better places“

“This was my first time and won’t be my last! I loved the food and the quality/ quickness of the our server. I wasn’t able to catch her name but she was a rockstar. She was the only server in the restaurant, and you wouldn’t have noticed. Thank you for making our first experience amazing!“

“A wonderful first time experience and we had a great waiter Hugo he was friendly and and on top of everything we needed.“

“Honestly surprised this place isn't rated higher! Came at like 6:30 pm seated right away, menu is very straightforward. The quality of the meat is phenomenal and they cook it for you. The kimchis and pickled vegetable array is unreal I literally would eat here over and over again. It's a very straightforward experience but 5/5 stars!“

“The food is really good prices did go up and I noticed the plates are smaller! Service is good very nice helpful people! I have never had an issue with my orders. The atmosphere is calm I was able to have a conversation while enjoying my food!“

“Skyleur us the best. He is an awesome waiter. He remembered who I was from months ago. He makes the experience that much better! Thanks Skyleur!“

“My family loves this place. I came here for the umpteenth time tonight with my 85 year old Japanese mom. We had the Manpuku Traditional Omakase and we had leftovers to take home, there was so much food. All the meat (chicken shrimp and beef) all 5/5 star quality. We were there at 5 pm on a Monday and it was very busy. Service was still super fast. Super pleasant evening.“

“The food is AMAZING ! The ribs, the Mac n cheese, the green beans, the cornbread, everything we had was over the top delicious and the service was great !! Our new favorite place ❤️“

“I had a wonderful experience at Bon Tofu & Grill (Korean Cuisine) and was impressed by the quality of the food and service. The restaurant has a warm and welcoming atmosphere that makes you feel comfortable right away. The staff were friendly, attentive, and provided excellent service throughout the visit. The menu offered a great selection of authentic Korean dishes with plenty of delicious options. The tofu dishes were flavorful, fresh, and prepared with great attention to detail. I also enjoyed the grilled items, which had amazing taste and perfectly balanced seasoning. Every dish was served hot and beautifully presented. The portions were generous, and the quality of the ingredients was noticeable in every bite. The restaurant was clean, organized, and had a pleasant dining environment. The staff were helpful when explaining menu choices and recommending popular dishes. I appreciated the authentic flavors and traditional Korean cooking style. The service was efficient while still allowing us to enjoy a relaxed meal. It is clear that the chefs put care and passion into preparing each dish. The combination of great food, friendly hospitality, and a comfortable atmosphere made the experience memorable. I enjoyed trying different dishes and discovering new flavors. This is a great place for both Korean food lovers and anyone wanting to try something new. I would definitely return to explore more items from the menu. I have already recommended Bon Tofu & Grill to friends and family who enjoy Korean cuisine. Overall, this restaurant offers delicious food, excellent service, and a welcoming environment that makes every visit enjoyable. I look forward to coming back again.“

“A definite hidden gem. If you driving through the area def get yourself some tacos and you will not be disappointed. Had the pastor and the chicken tacos and loved both but that chicken with the extra sauce, bomb. Even the Jamaica was great n refreshing. Prices were reasonable and fair. Will be out there again pretty soon.“

“Love Love the food and service. Especially the food ❤️‍🩹❤️‍🩹❤️‍🩹“

“Food is great! Music was nice touch“

“Excellent service and food“

“This place is outstanding!! We got dinner here and didnt know what to expect. It was fire! Way better then expected. Unique and fresh take.“

“Visited Monday night, knowing it would be fairly quiet. Bartender Sandy greeted us and was attentive to us all evening. We had the best calamari ever and enjoyed everything we ordered. Please come visit us CIYC.“

“ONOLISCIOUSNESS KAU KAU TO DA MAX!!“

“I would give it a solid 8/10 the brisket and the picanha steak were the best thing there, Mac and cheese is solid but the potato salad had such a strong pickle flavor so for me it was 0/10, the beef ribs were good 7.5/10 but I would rather get more steak or brisket next time I go. What would have given this spot a 5 star or 10/10 is they need better sides, how you not going to have mashed potatoes, beans, or cornbread? But I would still come here again it is a bit pricey but that’s pretty much how every bbq place is“

“Great selection of meats and side dishes“

“Fresh ! 2 thumbs up“

“This is a small food purveyor. They are best know for their delicious Roast Duck and cooled pork products. The food is delicious, very old school. We travel from Mission Viejo regularly for their food. Again it’s a small “hole in the wall” “mom and pop” place.

The way we found this place was we went to eat at another restaurant in the same strip mall and saw a long line of locals going out the door and down past several other stores. You could see the duck, chicken, pork ribs and belly hanging in the window. As fast and the cook brought them out to hang, people were buy up the succullent meats.

So you gotta stop by and buy some of their meats and other dishes to bring home
Or to work. You won’t be disappointed.“

“great food great service and to those who don't recommend this place y'all don't know what your talking about!“

“Great dinner and our server was super friendly“

“It's not bad I like it. If there were more selections I'd give it a 5 star“

“There is a sublime, almost religious satisfaction in sitting down in front of a live fire with a plate of raw, heavily marbled beef and a freezing cold beer. It’s an interactive theater of fat, smoke, and instinct. And if you want to experience this ritual at its absolute peak, you don't look for white tablecloths or corporate steakhouse polish. You look for a place that feels a bit tucked away, cozy, and smells instantly like caramelized soy, rendered fat, and sweet wood charcoal the second you open the door.

This is world-class Yakiniku.

You start with the yukke—the raw beef tartare. In lesser hands, raw beef can be a texture game with no payoff. Here? It’s seasoned with precision, rich, clean, and spiked with an egg yolk that ties the whole beautiful mess together. It’s a declaration of intent: we know meat, and we know how to treat it.

Then, the main event. Plates of A5 Wagyu, Kobe outside skirt, and prime beef tongue arrive, sliced with the kind of geometric reverence usually reserved for fine tailoring. The marbling on the Wagyu doesn't even look real; it looks like a geological map of some frozen, beautiful landscape.

You drop a piece onto the grill. It hisses. The fat hits the element, flares up, and perfumes the air. You don't leave it on long—just enough to get a quick sear, a bit of char, while keeping the inside beautifully rare. You dip it in the tare, put it in your mouth, and it simply ceases to exist as a solid. It melts. It’s an absolute explosion of umami that makes you want to close your eyes and laugh out loud at how absurdly good it is.

Even the sides here aren't an afterthought. The kimchi fried rice has that deep, fermented funk and spicy kick that cuts right through the luxurious weight of the beef, waking up your palate just in time for the next round of short rib.

It’s not a cheap night out, and it shouldn't be. This is a celebration of the animal, handled by people who deeply respect the craft, served in an atmosphere that strips away all the pretentious nonsense of high-end dining and leaves you with what matters: incredible food, good company, and the smoke in your hair. It is, quite simply, perfection.“

“Great food going back for more soon 🫂“

“Everything about our meal was absolutely fantastic. We had such a wonderful time grilling our own dinner right at the table. It is always a fun experience, and the quality of the meat was top-notch.

I was especially impressed with how fresh all the side dishes tasted. The grilled corn and zucchini paired perfectly with the savory beef. Every bite was packed with flavor. We left completely satisfied and cannot wait to come back again soon.“

“I just bought some roast pork and roasted duck at this Hao Vi place yesterday 2/24/2024. Their food were very good as they advertised. The service was very nice and pleasant. Severs and cashier are very friendly and courteous. Definitely I will come back anytime when I am going to O.C.“