50 Best Barbeque Restaurants near Newport Beach

“The best bbq in the OC...“

“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!“

“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.“

“I had the pleasure of hiring Delanya's for a private event on July 12, 2025. They have the best Brisket in Orange County. I do not say this lightly as I have had some of the best BBQ in the country. I am a Master Pastry Chef and work for the Food Network, word of mouth is what keeps great small businesses thriving and although I almost never leave reviews this is definitely a must!“

“Ive been in alot of BBQ places...seriously..ALOT...this is the very best and my ranked #1 place for BBQ ever...they amaze me every time....quick and tasty...since I found this gem I finding myself here every single day...I really wanted to so you guys my appreciation...Beach Pit BBQ - 100/100❤️“

“We had the pleasure to go to Cloud Naan Urban BBQ . We received the excellent service..By far it was the best BBQ, we have had. We highly recommend Cloud Naan for excellent customer service..“

“Had the brisket, Mac, and cornbreads. Love the chopped brisket. A little too fatty for my taste, but provided good flavor to the meat. BBQ sauce was very good - not too salty or sweet. Mac was good, with a little peppery kick to it. Both cornbreads were very good - the blueberry would be my choice over the honey. Overall, will definitely come back to try Lou’s other meats.“

“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.“

“Good food,,friendly and accommodating staffs👍“

“Wow!! I just wish we lived closer so we could come more often. This place was amazing to eat at during vacation. Me and my husband shared the brisket and tri tip. Both were phenomenal but we liked the tri tip a little more. The sides were delicious as well!! We tried the Brussels sprouts, Mac and cheese, and creamy corn YUM!!! Our waiter was so friendly and great and letting us know what was more popular and she really helped us enjoy our food. We will have to visit again and eat here!!“

“This was me and my partner‘s first time going, and I have to tell you we will definitely be back later although my partner is vegan the waiter accommodated chose for us and brought back some delicious food he was able to enjoy. I let him recommend all of the items for us to choose from an E and I have to tell you there was no displacement with any of the choices that were made. I was very impressed with the staff, the food and the hospitality.“

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

“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 ❤️“

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

“Service was amazing!!!! Shout out to Alexis the best sever in the WORLD!! Checked up on the table a couple of time to get us what ever we needed. 10/10 service!!!!! AND FREE REFILL!!!!! Our chef Nick was OUT OF THIS WORLD with all his jokes and games, he even GAVE US EXTRA GARLIC BUTTER. In conclusion this was a 10/10 experience 10/10 service and I haven’t talked about the food yet!!!!!! A must if you are in the area.“

“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.“

“Great dinner and our server was super friendly“

“ONOLISCIOUSNESS KAU KAU TO DA MAX!!“

“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!“

“Very good food & service.
Packed house even though we missed the Sunday dinner rush--we were seated smack in front of the wall & painted-over outlets, etc., very odd, do not recommend that table.
Wish it were closer to us.“

“Their takeout is definitely worth trying! We ordered the roast pork with rice, which came with green beans. It was simple but tasty—though we would have preferred the pork warmed up. There wasn’t much seasoning, but the crispy skin and rich fat made up for it. We also tried the BBQ pork, which was nicely charred and tender. The added BBQ sauce had a subtle sweetness that paired well with the rice. It’s cash only, no tip expected, and the service was quick and easy.“

“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.“

“I love this ZIP BBQ in Tustin, Its small placed but it well management the store are very clean the services are great and fast the foods are excellence. Thanks will coming back and recomend“

“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.“

“Just hit up the I Can Barbecue at Tustin Marketplace and it’s legit! Their $23.99 weekday lunch AYCE is an insane steal. The meat quality is top-tier (definitely get the beef tongue), and I love that you can order half portions. The robot servers are a fun touch. Massive space with a huge patio, perfect to grab food before shopping!“

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

“The cheeseburger was AMAZING!!!“

“Staff are friendly. Place is clean and wait time was very minimal“

“Delicious 🤤 food and amazing service. The place has a very good atmosphere.“

“Fresh ! 2 thumbs up“

“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.“

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

“I frequent Lien Hoa for there roast pork and peking duck which I highly reccomend. The best bang for your buck; roast pig head $10! crispy skin, tender soft fatty meat with tons of flavor!“

“love this place..........“

“Excellent service and food“

“If you’re looking for a cozy atmosphere and excellent food, look no further. The service here is super friendly and helpful, but the real highlight is the menu. I highly recommend the steak tartare, and definitely try the 'Wagyu experience'—order the American followed by the Japanese cut to really appreciate the distinct textures. It's a delicious study in contrasts! Be sure to book a table in advance!“

“Loved the Golden Soup Beef Noodle here ！the soup was flavorful and the noodles were perfectly chewy. The Juicy Lamb Dumplings were a highlight too, really juicy and packed with flavor.

The sautéed bok choy with garlic was simple but super fresh and slightly sweet. Great balance with the richer dishes. Definitely a solid spot for noodles and dumplings in Irvine.“

“Rather popular for their Japanese style bbq. Good quality meats overall. Veggie platter was smallish but adequate.Really wish they took reservations or waitlists. I am hesitant to stand in line another time. Service was professional and efficient.“

“Great food going back for more soon 🫂“

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

“Went to Bandera on my birthday which was March 15 ,2024 and I had the Filet Minion with broccoli and mash potatoes, Also a glass of refreshing white champagne. Then for dessert I had a delicious chocolate dessert, with whip cream and a leaf mint on it . Tasted like it had a little alcohol in it . Our waiter was very nice , sweet , always asking if our meal was good and how everything is going. I forgot the waiters name but he’s very tall , about 6’6 .“

“Had an amazing family dinner with my sisters here . The Food was delivered quickly and was delicious. Carrot cake is fabulous we ordered the 2 half garlic chicken and full rack family meal which comes with your choice of pasta , salad bread sticks. Added their yummy mashed potatoes also bbq salad with delicious dressing my favorite.“

“I Can Barbecue was a great experience for us. I went with my family for the first time and we truly enjoyed it. The food is halal, flavorful, and well prepared. The atmosphere was comfortable and welcoming, making it a perfect place to relax and spend quality time together. We had a lovely time as a family and will definitely be coming back again.“

“Price depends on what level you're getting. I think vip is worth the $$. You get one set of the items in the VIP portion and unlimited of the regular items. You have 90 minutes but the last call for your table is at 60minutes. Would definitely come again if I'm in the area.“

“This restaurant is by far the best Hawaiian food I've had in OC. Keahi helped me order for catering and she was extremely patient, kind, and accommodating to my budet. Thank you so much Keahi, our CEO, VP, COO were very impressed with the taste and quality of your food. This is definitely not the last time we will be ordering from Tasty Hawaiian BBQ“

“Grill it or boil it. Good combo“

“Great place ! The food is made with great quality and the staff provide a friendly experience 10/10 Santa Ana’s hidden gem a must try place ! If you eat there the condiments are on the side and very clean ! To go options are also great. Keep in mind the red salsa is spicy !“

“I tried Tsuruhashi for the first time, and everything was delicious. The meat was high quality, especially the wagyu, which melted in your mouth. I really liked the sauce that they gave to dip the meat; it went really well together. Service was nice and attentive. I'd highly recommend this place.“

“The food is really great, the portions are great as well. However, the issue I have with this place is that we placed the order on the phone and confirm with them that it will be ready in 10 to 15 minutes which is when we would arrive.

Then they didn't start the order until we arrived there and paid for the food. If that's their policy, they should have told us that and we would have gladly paid over the phone.“

“I came here with my dad for their lunch special. Our server Paul was great. Very fast and good service. Food is tasty, lots of different banchan. They offer a ramen at the end of the meal that is very tasty! Shin Ramen. I highly recommend for an affordable lunch spot.“