I was passing by and saw this cute little cafe and thought why not try and support a mom and pop shop. I’m so so so happy I did! Vivian is the sweetest soul, Bruce is bbq’inf outside, the vibe is perfect! I felt like I was in a little country cafe which is my absolute favorite type of atmosphere. I had a delicious SOYRIZO breakfast burrito and a dirty chai and it was so delicious and “made with love” thank you again Vivian!!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Matt Jaconetta
As someone who is very picky about barbecue being raised in the south, I can confidently say that this is the best barbecue that I have experienced in California.
I frequently get the ribs or the rib sammich and both are superb. The sauce is the perfect mix is sweet, salty, garlic-y, and a bit of heat.
The potato salad is the best I have ever had in my life, no joke. Vivian and her husband Bruce make everything FRESH and it’s definitely made it love and a lot of culinary expertise.
Vivian is truly the best part of the ambiance, she is the definition of hospitality!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Stephanie Sosa
A + + with bonus extra credit for this location. The tri-tip and ribs were definitely the highlight of the meal. They were super moist and flavorful but I'm not going to lie the sides definitely exemplified true BBQ cuisine. The potato salad and baked beans were so good that we ordered some to take home with us. The barbecue flavor profile was a lovely blend of spice and sweetness. If I could buy this in bottled form I would probably put it on everything. The owners are so sweet and have such a strong bond to each other, their business, and their food. They have a passion for food and company that I rarely see anymore.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
John Diggs
Bruce and Viv have curated a home away from home for me. After 10 years of passing by, on the hottest day of August so far - me and my sons whipped around, parked, and walked right in to Viv smiling and waving.
She knew what we were looking for - southern-style bbq and hospitality. And boy was it worth it!
The history of this place blew my mind and for Bruce to bring in Texas bbq with Viv’s craft for art - I’m an immediate fan. Her son’s all having been involved in the business makes it even more special for me.
If you’ve never tried this place, you’re missing out. The ambiance is perfect, Viv’s coffee concoctions are any caffeine addict’s kryptonite, the smoked ribs curated from Bruce’s passion and expertise 🤌🏼
Customer for life.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Fernando Cifuentes
Welcome back Vic. Looking forward to embrace the love you bring to this corner of Sylmar. You are like a phoenix reborn.
Atmosphere: 5
John S
this place is no longer in business. locked up on saturday. phone rings endlessly during business hours. looking over the fence toward the back, it looks abandoned. so even though there is a string of lights across the two front parking spaces, don't waste your time.
( edit: searched google to find this place. wrote the review. looked at the rest of the google results. toward the bottom, there are reports saying thieves vandalized the place and stole all their stuff last november. i guess they never recovered. sad.)
Colleen Russell
Just arrived at Buffalo Bruce's at 4:30 p.m. on a Saturday and the door is locked. Why does everything say you're open if you aren't?
Jen C
Hours on google show they are open and hours also show on the door this place was closed when we arrived please do better and fix your hours !!!
Francisco Gabriel
Hidden Gem ?❤️❤️ always pass by this area and one day decided to check it out ! Best decision ever x)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Salad Sandwich with Potato Salad
RAS
Bbq made with love and cooked to perfection , Greatest owners ever , and be patient because everything is cooked fresh, please stop by and support this local business ?
Very fond memories of Vivian feeding me as a kid with very little money. A handful of friends and $20 got you a long way. Her generosity is something I have never experienced again. I miss eating here since I moved away!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Coleslaw
Stephen Valencia
All I said(no matter how rude) was a wheelchair would not be able to fit. You should've said, thanks for the info. I was trying to save you from the trouble before some American Disabilities Act wheelchair bound activist hell bent on making noise comes by and decides to slap you with a lawsuit. Have a good
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Ralph Lahn
Awesome service and excellent food
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
black exit
The employees are all friendly they have ribs that fall off the bone
Brittany Ann
Great food! Tried the tri tip sandwich, potato salad, chorizo breakfast burrito and a cookie. all delicious. Definitely recommend! Very friendly staff too. The owner (i didn't catch her name) is sooo great and sweet.
I was passing by and saw this cute little cafe and thought why not try and support a mom and pop shop. I’m so so so happy I did! Vivian is the sweetest soul, Bruce is bbq’inf outside, the vibe is perfect! I felt like I was in a little country cafe which is my absolute favorite type of atmosphere. I had a delicious SOYRIZO breakfast burrito and a dirty chai and it was so delicious and “made with love” thank you again Vivian!!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
As someone who is very picky about barbecue being raised in the south, I can confidently say that this is the best barbecue that I have experienced in California.
I frequently get the ribs or the rib sammich and both are superb. The sauce is the perfect mix is sweet, salty, garlic-y, and a bit of heat.
The potato salad is the best I have ever had in my life, no joke. Vivian and her husband Bruce make everything FRESH and it’s definitely made it love and a lot of culinary expertise.
Vivian is truly the best part of the ambiance, she is the definition of hospitality!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
A + + with bonus extra credit for this location. The tri-tip and ribs were definitely the highlight of the meal. They were super moist and flavorful but I'm not going to lie the sides definitely exemplified true BBQ cuisine. The potato salad and baked beans were so good that we ordered some to take home with us.
The barbecue flavor profile was a lovely blend of spice and sweetness. If I could buy this in bottled form I would probably put it on everything.
The owners are so sweet and have such a strong bond to each other, their business, and their food. They have a passion for food and company that I rarely see anymore.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Bruce and Viv have curated a home away from home for me. After 10 years of passing by, on the hottest day of August so far - me and my sons whipped around, parked, and walked right in to Viv smiling and waving.
She knew what we were looking for - southern-style bbq and hospitality. And boy was it worth it!
The history of this place blew my mind and for Bruce to bring in Texas bbq with Viv’s craft for art - I’m an immediate fan. Her son’s all having been involved in the business makes it even more special for me.
If you’ve never tried this place, you’re missing out. The ambiance is perfect, Viv’s coffee concoctions are any caffeine addict’s kryptonite, the smoked ribs curated from Bruce’s passion and expertise 🤌🏼
Customer for life.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Welcome back Vic. Looking forward to embrace the love you bring to this corner of Sylmar. You are like a phoenix reborn.
Atmosphere: 5
this place is no longer in business. locked up on saturday. phone rings endlessly during business hours. looking over the fence toward the back, it looks abandoned. so even though there is a string of lights across the two front parking spaces, don't waste your time.
( edit: searched google to find this place. wrote the review. looked at the rest of the google results. toward the bottom, there are reports saying thieves vandalized the place and stole all their stuff last november. i guess they never recovered. sad.)
Just arrived at Buffalo Bruce's at 4:30 p.m. on a Saturday and the door is locked. Why does everything say you're open if you aren't?
Hours on google show they are open and hours also show on the door this place was closed when we arrived please do better and fix your hours !!!
Hidden Gem ?❤️❤️ always pass by this area and one day decided to check it out ! Best decision ever x)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Salad Sandwich with Potato Salad
Bbq made with love and cooked to perfection , Greatest owners ever , and be patient because everything is cooked fresh, please stop by and support this local business ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Coleslaw
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Very fond memories of Vivian feeding me as a kid with very little money. A handful of friends and $20 got you a long way. Her generosity is something I have never experienced again. I miss eating here since I moved away!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Coleslaw
All I said(no matter how rude) was a wheelchair would not be able to fit. You should've said, thanks for the info. I was trying to save you from the trouble before some American Disabilities Act wheelchair bound activist hell bent on making noise comes by and decides to slap you with a lawsuit. Have a good
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Awesome service and excellent food
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The employees are all friendly they have ribs that fall off the bone
Great food! Tried the tri tip sandwich, potato salad, chorizo breakfast burrito and a cookie. all delicious. Definitely recommend! Very friendly staff too. The owner (i didn't catch her name) is sooo great and sweet.
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