Tried to order food at 9:15 and they close at 10pm, wouldn’t let us in…don’t bother coming at all the security and workers were all super rude
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Andrij McConnell
So freaking awesome.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I I
Chicken grilled sandwich on sourdough (got it to go) was tasty enough but just too dry. You had to take a swig of your drink with each bite. They should put some coleslaw onto the sandwich. Tables outside looked nice but ya the club music was blasting you could hear it as you walked down the steps next to Angelflight.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Clinston Tan
Awesome the last we ate!
Erick
Nice quiet spot to enjoy some good bbq and local beer.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
London Taylor
This is the best boq in DTLA! The management and staff are so friendly and the vibes are always on point!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
tony soto
Brisket tacos were ok, not enough meat in them. Place is good to chill and drink a beer
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 3
phil surtees
This restaurant has good food (excellent brisket fries) and a nice varied selection of drinks. Recently however it has started playing really loud house music, which is sub optimal at lunchtime.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 4
Service: 4
Shea Bahnsen
We got the wrong food. The BBQ is Cali BBQ, not traditional. Rib meat didnt fall off the bone and I think they had the silverskin on them. Very chewy and grisly. We're supposed to get pulled pork but instead got a wad of fat with some meat attached.
Sides were OK. Mac and cheese is bland. Cornbread was dry and not worth the price.
Location is fantastic. Music was very loud. Beer prices are OK, but so disappointing overall. Left hungry. Absolutely won't be going back.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 3
Paul Mark Morris
Maple Block at Grand Central Market brings serious smoke and even more flavor to the heart of DTLA. Known for their legit wood-smoked BBQ, this outpost keeps the good times rolling from lunch through late bites. Their house-cured thick-cut bacon is addictive—sweet, smoky, with just the right amount of crisp. Try their brisket sandwich, smoky and tender enough to silence a table full of hungry people. The pulled pork is no slouch either, especially when paired with tangy slaw and their house BBQ sauce.
The vibe? Super inviting. Open-air market energy with a laid-back counter setup makes it great for families, groups, or solo pitstop diners who just want to sink into a tray of slow-cooked heaven. The staff is friendly, never pushy—they’ll steer you right if you’re new to the menu.
Taco Tuesdays, they roll out smoked meat tacos that rival some of L.A.’s best. Specials rotate often enough to keep locals coming back, and there’s usually something seasonal or inventive on deck (smoked turkey chili!!!)
Whether you’re herding the kids, catching up with friends, or just craving something meat-forward and masterfully done, Maple Block delivers. Great food, casual-yet-cool atmosphere, and a little something for everyone—this spot is a reminder that BBQ doesn’t need to be fussy to be fantastic.
Service was excellent. However, beef brisket was too dry. The first piece was juicy but after that all other pieces were dry in comparison showing lack of consistency in their food. They had ample outdoor seating and a good selection of beer giving it a nice atmosphere especially with groups but I just wish their food had better consistency.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 5
Omari M
Worst BBQ in the city, the brisket was salty and well done, the beans where not fully cooked super adente, the Mac and cheese was bland and the bashmel was under seasoned the ribs where a 2 out of 10. It was a waste of $40
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 2
Julia Walker Wyson
Just finished a fabulous dinner at the DTLA location! We got the Block Bowl and a Combo plate with Brisket and Pulled Pork - everything was delicious, the service was really warm and friendly, and the whole vibe was great! We’ve been eyeing this place for awhile and will definitely be back!!
Pakico Roberts
Great spot, great food, great beers on tap!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Quinton Wedin
This review stands until they actually reach out and make it right. After ordering delivery Maple Block gave me meat with NO sides that I ordered, and no BBQ sauce (which had to be paid for) I called and drove back and of course there operating hours are misleading. Closing at damn near 7 instead of the 8 or nine as advertised on Google or Apple Maps. Being a barbecue institution and having the absolute gall to forget the sides (Especially the Mac and cheese) and to give no Sauce is a god damn FELONY in my eyes. And no, this wasn't the Delivery driver's fault. The absence of mac & cheese specifically is what makes this so personal.
Tried to order food at 9:15 and they close at 10pm, wouldn’t let us in…don’t bother coming at all the security and workers were all super rude
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
So freaking awesome.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Chicken grilled sandwich on sourdough (got it to go) was tasty enough but just too dry. You had to take a swig of your drink with each bite. They should put some coleslaw onto the sandwich. Tables outside looked nice but ya the club music was blasting you could hear it as you walked down the steps next to Angelflight.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Awesome the last we ate!
Nice quiet spot to enjoy some good bbq and local beer.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This is the best boq in DTLA! The management and staff are so friendly and the vibes are always on point!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Brisket tacos were ok, not enough meat in them. Place is good to chill and drink a beer
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 3
This restaurant has good food (excellent brisket fries) and a nice varied selection of drinks. Recently however it has started playing really loud house music, which is sub optimal at lunchtime.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 4
Service: 4
We got the wrong food.
The BBQ is Cali BBQ, not traditional.
Rib meat didnt fall off the bone and I think they had the silverskin on them. Very chewy and grisly. We're supposed to get pulled pork but instead got a wad of fat with some meat attached.
Sides were OK. Mac and cheese is bland. Cornbread was dry and not worth the price.
Location is fantastic. Music was very loud. Beer prices are OK, but so disappointing overall. Left hungry. Absolutely won't be going back.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 3
Maple Block at Grand Central Market brings serious smoke and even more flavor to the heart of DTLA. Known for their legit wood-smoked BBQ, this outpost keeps the good times rolling from lunch through late bites. Their house-cured thick-cut bacon is addictive—sweet, smoky, with just the right amount of crisp. Try their brisket sandwich, smoky and tender enough to silence a table full of hungry people. The pulled pork is no slouch either, especially when paired with tangy slaw and their house BBQ sauce.
The vibe? Super inviting. Open-air market energy with a laid-back counter setup makes it great for families, groups, or solo pitstop diners who just want to sink into a tray of slow-cooked heaven. The staff is friendly, never pushy—they’ll steer you right if you’re new to the menu.
Taco Tuesdays, they roll out smoked meat tacos that rival some of L.A.’s best. Specials rotate often enough to keep locals coming back, and there’s usually something seasonal or inventive on deck (smoked turkey chili!!!)
Whether you’re herding the kids, catching up with friends, or just craving something meat-forward and masterfully done, Maple Block delivers. Great food, casual-yet-cool atmosphere, and a little something for everyone—this spot is a reminder that BBQ doesn’t need to be fussy to be fantastic.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Service was excellent. However, beef brisket was too dry. The first piece was juicy but after that all other pieces were dry in comparison showing lack of consistency in their food. They had ample outdoor seating and a good selection of beer giving it a nice atmosphere especially with groups but I just wish their food had better consistency.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 5
Worst BBQ in the city, the brisket was salty and well done, the beans where not fully cooked super adente, the Mac and cheese was bland and the bashmel was under seasoned the ribs where a 2 out of 10. It was a waste of $40
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 2
Just finished a fabulous dinner at the DTLA location! We got the Block Bowl and a Combo plate with Brisket and Pulled Pork - everything was delicious, the service was really warm and friendly, and the whole vibe was great! We’ve been eyeing this place for awhile and will definitely be back!!
Great spot, great food, great beers on tap!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This review stands until they actually reach out and make it right. After ordering delivery Maple Block gave me meat with NO sides that I ordered, and no BBQ sauce (which had to be paid for) I called and drove back and of course there operating hours are misleading. Closing at damn near 7 instead of the 8 or nine as advertised on Google or Apple Maps. Being a barbecue institution and having the absolute gall to forget the sides (Especially the Mac and cheese) and to give no Sauce is a god damn FELONY in my eyes. And no, this wasn't the Delivery driver's fault. The absence of mac & cheese specifically is what makes this so personal.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
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