The Baseline: For a sit down chain BBQ restaurant the bbq meats must be quality/tasty, the sides need to be a good accompaniment to the meats, the smoke flavor must be present, drinks should be stiff, service should be efficient, and the restaurant should have character.
Food: The smoke and flavor of the pulled pork sandwich was bold and beautiful. For a Bludso’s franchise location in, technically, an airport location this was really good. The meat had a nice little smoke ring to it and the slaw on the sandwich helped cut the fat of the meat. The side of collards was salty/smokey/tender but the $7 pice tag on the cup sized side was a bit pricey. Overall good BBQ.
Service: This is an Order at the kiosk (in which you can order other Proud Bird restaurant food). The meal is prepped and you pick it up from one location all the other restaurants share. Efficient but not a ton of human interaction, but necessary for this venue.
Ambiance: Must love planes! The Proud Bird location mixes a fun hang out experience with a little museum vibe into the mix. Great indoor seating and outdoor family picnic vibes. I highly recommend this place to hang out with family and friends.
Justice Sheen
Every bit of flavor was worth it the brisket had a unique flavor that I couldn’t get enough of. The pulled pork was tender and the sauce really complemented everything great experience
Next Phaze Productions
Location is awesome and really beautiful. I didn’t realize Los Angeles had a chapter of the Tuskegee Airman so it was a great learning experience. Blud soes BBQ was pretty good. Chicken was juicy and flavorful, pulled was nice, the brisket was okay but still highly flavored just a bit dry. The sides are all good and plenty of meet and flavor, drunk are awesome. This is a great location with four food options and drinks (Alcohol included). Very family friendly Atmosphere and a big TV with sports playing 24/7. Great for birthdays or small family Functions as there is a playground and green space outside for all to enjoy. Definitely stop by if you’re in the area.
Manuel Morales
I love the Atmosphere of the place but not so much the food or service to be honest it was a bit confusing at first. It was my second time that, I go to the location where they have Bludso’s Bar-B-Que. I didn’t like the service that much because when, I ordered on the platform screen, I waited for awhile everything was going flawless until I notice that part of the order looked like it was ready but maybe they were waiting for something just to make sure I got up close and made myself noticeable. I told the young lady “Hi, my name is Manuel just wanted to check if my order is ready gave her my number she responded with yes still not available and I said ok thank you for letting me know will be waiting for the order close by. Time passes by and still nothing but I notice since I told her that the order was waiting already. I kept my eyeball on that tray with the food. Until I was getting worried I told myself let me ask her again if my order is ready. So, I did and guess what it was ready and it was that order I was eyeballing since the start. I was so disappointed at that time already but didn’t show it tried not too! But wow when I got the food to my parents my chicken hamburger and macaroni was already cold. It wasn’t the worst experience food was alright but not for the price. Not only Bludso’s other food places. It’s a good place to check and view the planes landing and FAA history on site with a beer 🍻
David Lewis
As far as I am aware all the aircraft exhibits bar one were movie props.
Michael S
I was excited to try this place after watching Bludso's bbq show on Netflix. I feel conned. Not only is it not particularly good, but it's way overpriced.
1) Pulled pork- 7/10. Probably the best of the meats. But was a bit bland. 2) Brisket- 6/10. Had a good fat to meat ratio, but was a bit tough and dry. 3) Chicken- 5/10. Dry. Comparable to a Costco rotisserie chicken, but a bit smokier and spice rub. 4) Hot Link- 3/10. Plain bad. Basically a spicy, overly salty bologna texture. 5) Corn bread- 7/10. Decent, but dry and crumbly. 6) Cole slaw- 5/10. $7 for a half cup of cole slaw. Rip off. Pretty standard except overly peppery. 7) Mac & cheese- 8.5/10 the best thing we ate. But also $7 for a half cup. 8) Potato salad- 6/10. Also $7 for a half cup. Was fine. Pretty grainy potato mush though.
Dmitriy Kuperman
while it is cool to look at some planes in that parking lot, this location does the brand a disservice. the food is not cooked on site, but rather warmed up. this is MUCH worse. go to the La Brea location for the real Bludso experience
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Jesse
Pulled pork sandwich was totally dry and rough. Only thing that made up for it was the airplane museum you could look at while eating
This site is my favorite restaurant. Of all restaurants I know I prefere it most. I always suggests to my friends to go to that place. Whenever I want to go to a delicious lunchon, this is the place that comes straight to my mind. excellent and diverse food and a large menu.helpful staff members, and nice spirit. And very important, the price is honest. I praise this restaurant with pleasure.
Rick Giddings
It’s difficult to find a BBQ spot in LA that brings you back to your Midwest roots. This is the closest you’ll find. When you order, get their fries. They are addicting.
Bryant Leonard
The service is constantly quick, good mood, friendly staff. Will come back again when I arrive in the area.
Rodolfo Rudy Romanos
It's absolutely the best BBQ I travel 45 minutes away just to pick up ordered from the night before via online and curbside pick up the flavor is very Texas its in the wood slow and low that makes for delicious tastes and the homemade desserts amazing
Lola Sanderson
I absolutely enjoyed their dishes and customer service, good area right next to my apartment. The employees are always nice. I highly recommend this place.
The Baseline: For a sit down chain BBQ restaurant the bbq meats must be quality/tasty, the sides need to be a good accompaniment to the meats, the smoke flavor must be present, drinks should be stiff, service should be efficient, and the restaurant should have character.
Food: The smoke and flavor of the pulled pork sandwich was bold and beautiful. For a Bludso’s franchise location in, technically, an airport location this was really good. The meat had a nice little smoke ring to it and the slaw on the sandwich helped cut the fat of the meat. The side of collards was salty/smokey/tender but the $7 pice tag on the cup sized side was a bit pricey. Overall good BBQ.
Service: This is an Order at the kiosk (in which you can order other Proud Bird restaurant food). The meal is prepped and you pick it up from one location all the other restaurants share. Efficient but not a ton of human interaction, but necessary for this venue.
Ambiance: Must love planes! The Proud Bird location mixes a fun hang out experience with a little museum vibe into the mix. Great indoor seating and outdoor family picnic vibes. I highly recommend this place to hang out with family and friends.
Every bit of flavor was worth it the brisket had a unique flavor that I couldn’t get enough of. The pulled pork was tender and the sauce really complemented everything great experience
Location is awesome and really beautiful. I didn’t realize Los Angeles had a chapter of the Tuskegee Airman so it was a great learning experience. Blud soes BBQ was pretty good. Chicken was juicy and flavorful, pulled was nice, the brisket was okay but still highly flavored just a bit dry. The sides are all good and plenty of meet and flavor, drunk are awesome. This is a great location with four food options and drinks (Alcohol included). Very family friendly
Atmosphere and a big TV with sports playing 24/7. Great for birthdays or small family
Functions as there is a playground and green space outside for all to enjoy. Definitely stop by if you’re in the area.
I love the Atmosphere of the place but not so much the food or service to be honest it was a bit confusing at first. It was my second time that, I go to the location where they have Bludso’s Bar-B-Que. I didn’t like the service that much because when, I ordered on the platform screen, I waited for awhile everything was going flawless until I notice that part of the order looked like it was ready but maybe they were waiting for something just to make sure I got up close and made myself noticeable. I told the young lady “Hi, my name is Manuel just wanted to check if my order is ready gave her my number she responded with yes still not available and I said ok thank you for letting me know will be waiting for the order close by. Time passes by and still nothing but I notice since I told her that the order was waiting already. I kept my eyeball on that tray with the food. Until I was getting worried I told myself let me ask her again if my order is ready. So, I did and guess what it was ready and it was that order I was eyeballing since the start. I was so disappointed at that time already but didn’t show it tried not too! But wow when I got the food to my parents my chicken hamburger and macaroni was already cold. It wasn’t the worst experience food was alright but not for the price. Not only Bludso’s other food places. It’s a good place to check and view the planes landing and FAA history on site with a beer 🍻
As far as I am aware all the aircraft exhibits bar one were movie props.
I was excited to try this place after watching Bludso's bbq show on Netflix. I feel conned. Not only is it not particularly good, but it's way overpriced.
1) Pulled pork- 7/10. Probably the best of the meats. But was a bit bland.
2) Brisket- 6/10. Had a good fat to meat ratio, but was a bit tough and dry.
3) Chicken- 5/10. Dry. Comparable to a Costco rotisserie chicken, but a bit smokier and spice rub.
4) Hot Link- 3/10. Plain bad. Basically a spicy, overly salty bologna texture.
5) Corn bread- 7/10. Decent, but dry and crumbly.
6) Cole slaw- 5/10. $7 for a half cup of cole slaw. Rip off. Pretty standard except overly peppery.
7) Mac & cheese- 8.5/10 the best thing we ate. But also $7 for a half cup.
8) Potato salad- 6/10. Also $7 for a half cup. Was fine. Pretty grainy potato mush though.
while it is cool to look at some planes in that parking lot, this location does the brand a disservice. the food is not cooked on site, but rather warmed up. this is MUCH worse. go to the La Brea location for the real Bludso experience
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Pulled pork sandwich was totally dry and rough. Only thing that made up for it was the airplane museum you could look at while eating
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 2
Great Bbq! Great service!
eating here is worth it. delicious foods
Restaurantji Recommends
This site is my favorite restaurant. Of all restaurants I know I prefere it most. I always suggests to my friends to go to that place. Whenever I want to go to a delicious lunchon, this is the place that comes straight to my mind. excellent and diverse food and a large menu.helpful staff members, and nice spirit. And very important, the price is honest. I praise this restaurant with pleasure.
It’s difficult to find a BBQ spot in LA that brings you back to your Midwest roots. This is the closest you’ll find. When you order, get their fries. They are addicting.
The service is constantly quick, good mood, friendly staff. Will come back again when I arrive in the area.
It's absolutely the best BBQ I travel 45 minutes away just to pick up ordered from the night before via online and curbside pick up the flavor is very Texas its in the wood slow and low that makes for delicious tastes and the homemade desserts amazing
I absolutely enjoyed their dishes and customer service, good area right next to my apartment. The employees are always nice. I highly recommend this place.
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