50 Best Barbeque Restaurants near Tustin

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

“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“

“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!“

“BEST BANG FOR YOUR BUCK FOR AYCE KBBQ! I visited during lunchtime on a weekday and was seated right away. Their prices caught my eye right away… $21.99 for lunch special!!

I loved their open meat and side dish bar where you can self-serve extra meats and rice as well! Stand out meats were definitely the beef tongue and beef belly!

The interior was spacious with lots of booth seatings available. The service was also very nice! Will definitely be back and highly recommend!“

“Hi I got spam masubi , teriyaki chicken with 2 scoops rice , macaroni salad, cabbage, & a small soda to drink . It’s my favorite Hawaiian bbq place in Tustin @ the district, fresh foods, nice service, friendly workers, nice atmosphere too I’ve been going here for years now.“

“The best Korean bbq I've been to. I'll definitely will come back. Our server was so nice too!“

“If you’re tired of the same ol bbq then you must make a point to get to Blake’s. Not your run of the mill spot. They have great cobbler and banana pudding too! From salads to sandwiches and bbq plates of brisket and more!!! No place like Blake’s Place“

“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!“

“Ribs and chocolate cake, and sweet smashed potatoes and mac n cheese were superb. As was the tri tip salad. Service was the best. I wish I could teach ALL restaurants how to make regular mashed potatoes, especially if they aren't serving gravy. Never the less, 5 stars.“

“I was in a bind on the day before Memorial Day. Hubby didn't feel like grilling. We were supposed to bring ribs to a potluck w/hungry after church people. Lol I went online to find a BBQ place. I saw these over the top ratings about Hickory and Spice BBQ. I didn't have a choice. I was asking all the customers that were coming out of the restaurant and goiing in, how were the ribs? Nothing but outstanding reviews. I bought 2 racks and everyone one at the pot luck went crazy over them. Praise the Lord!!! or I would have been a dead Sista. Lol Everything was almost perfect on this side of Heaven. The wait was a little long but it was worth it. The ribs were so good I emailed Guy Fieri's Diners, Drive in and Dives and raved about how good those ribs were that this place needs to be put on the map. These ribs should be Worldwide... Lol When he comes to ur place let me know... This shouldn't matter but it does when it comes to African Americans and their ribs. To all my Brothers and Sistas, these ribs will make u slap ur Momma.😋 For real!!!“

“This is our go to barbecue place in the city of Orange. The barbecue is amazing and I highly recommend it.“

“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..“

“Enjoyed a delicious lunch combo special that included two sliders, 1/2 house salad, and a side (sweet potato fries). It was delicious, and a ton of food. Our bartender was super friendly and very attentive. Highly recommend this place if you're in Irvine.“

“straight to the point. this place is outstanding from the food to the service to the ambience 100% satisfied special thank you to our server gracie. she did a excellent job“

“Servers were so kind and sweet and always had a really bright smile, I’m mainly writing this review because the servers were so nice to us! The meat is also very high quality and fresh, the galbi, rib fingers, and the beef tongue were especially tasty. They also have free self serve ice cream as a desert after you’re finished eating. My mom was eating the ice cream outside the restaurant and one of the workers noticed she didn’t know where to throw it away and even took our trash for us after we left the restaurant. Really appreciate how sweet the workers were and how high quality the meat was, highly recommend coming here!“

“I finally tried Oniku in Garden Grove after hearing about it, and honestly it was better than I expected.

I like that you don’t have to choose between BBQ or hot pot , you can do both at the same table, which is nice when going with family or friends.

They have a few options:
Standard Shabu AYCE $38.95
Premium BBQ AYCE $46.95
Premium BBQ + Shabu AYCE $53.95

My family went with the $53.95 one so we could try everything, and it felt worth it.

The meat was pretty good for AYCE beef was nicely marbled, short ribs were tender, and the beef tongue was thin and easy to cook. Seafood was fresh too, I liked the shrimp and scallops.

There’s a self serve area with veggies and sides, so you have more to choose from. Service was quick, and the robot bringing food out was kind of interesting.

Parking was easy, plenty of space when we went.

Overall, good food, fair price, and a chill spot to go with a group. I’d 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!“

“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.“

“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!“

“Beach Pit BBQ knocked it out of the park.
I ordered the brisket sandwich with a side of mac and cheese, and from the first bite it was clear this place understands barbecue. The brisket was incredibly tender with a beautiful smoke-kissed flavor and a well-developed bark. What I really liked was that it wasn't soaking wet or dripping with grease. Instead, it had that burnt-end style character with rich, concentrated beef flavor and those slightly caramelized edges that BBQ lovers appreciate. Every bite delivered a perfect balance of smoke, seasoning, and beef.
The sandwich itself let the brisket be the star. No need to drown it in sauce when the meat is cooked this well. The brisket had great texture, pulled apart easily, and tasted like it had spent the proper amount of time in the smoker.
The mac and cheese was the perfect companion. It was creamy and silky smooth without being overly rich or loaded with cheese to the point of becoming heavy. The cheese flavor was balanced and comforting, coating the pasta perfectly while still allowing the dish to remain light enough to complement the barbecue.
I ordered my meal to go, and the customer service was excellent. The person who took my order over the phone was patient, friendly, and very helpful. They answered my questions and made the ordering process easy and enjoyable.
Good BBQ takes time, attention to detail, and respect for the meat. Beach Pit BBQ clearly has all three. Between the properly smoked brisket, the outstanding mac and cheese, and the great customer service, this was a meal worth coming back for. If you're a brisket fan, this place deserves a spot on your BBQ rotation.“

“First time here after 6:30 PM on a Friday and was hyped to find out their Happy Hour runs until 8 PM for bar seating.
​The food absolutely cleared:

-​Burnt Ends: Perfect smoky bark, melt-in-your-mouth tender, and beautifully cut by the pickled onions.

-​Smash Burger & Fires Glossy, pillowy brioche bun kapping a beautifully seared, cheesy smash patty. Crispy seasoned fries on the side were the ultimate plus.

Great place after exhausted working day!“

“Excellent/Hospitable Service & Tasty Food Selection“

“I’ve been going here once a week for a while now. Today I ordered the grill cheese with tri-tip and once again it didn’t disappoint. The sandwich is actually two meals for me. Give this place a try.“

“Good Foood ❤️❤️❤️ also the bibingkinitan“

“A5 Wagyu from Japan is amazing. Melt in your mouth. I ordered Japan A5 Wagyu Omakase, so the food is very good. I don't need to review that. Food is top quality. The service for this place is great. Very friendly. They cooked the A5 Wagyu Sukiyaki for us and we cooked the rest ourselves. It get busy here. If you want to come, I suggest come at opening, they are more flexible, if not reservation are required. Also, be warn that when you finish the meal, they do want (or kind of push) you to leave as soon as possible... 😅
But this is a must try for anyone who like Japanese BBQ.“

“The best bbq in the OC...“

“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 ❤️“

“We were recently passing through Pasadena and boy, did Yelp come through for us when picking a place to eat! Craft by Smoke & Fire in Old Town Pasadena ended up being the perfect choice. It was a beautiful evening and we opted to sit outside. We were lucky enough to have Stephanie as our server…and also lucky to be there during happy hour – you gotta love a 2 for 1 drink special! It was hard to choose between all the craft cocktails, but we ended up ordering Lulu Lemons which were excellent! I play mixologist when entertaining at home, and when I expressed interest in recreating this drink for our friends, Stephanie was kind enough to share the recipe! The menu is full of yummy Texas-style BBQ options made from locally sourced meat, and it was hard to choose. We landed on brisket grilled cheese with a side of mac & cheese (can you have too much cheese?!) and a harvest brisket salad. Both were so delicious. The outside table area was pretty full and although she was covering a lot of tables, Stephanie was knowledgeable when guiding us through the menu, super attentive and personable to boot! We look forward to returning…and to checking out their Anaheim location as well!“

“First time trying this place, was a bit of a wait for the food but seems to have been made fresh. Everything was pretty tasty, chicken Katsu was crispy and BBQ beef was tender. The spam musubis are a good quick bite. I feel this place is a good enough alternative from Ono or L&L. Will definitely come back to try more of the menu!“

“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 food and prices, service was awesome“

“ONOLISCIOUSNESS KAU KAU TO DA MAX!!“

“Great dinner and our server was super friendly“

“Awesome place, great bar-b-Que“

“Had a wonderful time & the food and drinks were great. Really good service as well.“

“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.“

“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.“

“Definitely get the bengal plate, if you’re in between skewers get the plate where you can get both. I LOVE the bengal beef skewer and asparagus with bacon skewer. Husband got the vegetable skewers for his plate. Worth the money. The hummus trio plate was good too.“

“This is My Favorite！！Great Food!“

“Top tier Korean bbq restaurant where they cook everything for you and you just get to relax and enjoy. The meat quality is superb and the best option is the beef/pork combo. The side dishes are limited but easily made up for by the main dishes. The place gets very busy so it is best to make a reservation. The entire vibe is casual and all of the servers greet you when you walk in. Really great experience, service, vibe, and food. Best part is the ventilation above the grill is great and sucks up all the smoke effectively“

“They have decent food combo options. I usually get the mini plate which includes one protein (I choose Kalbi) one base (I choose rice) plus two sides (I get japchae and asian broccoli) It's full of flavor and it's a lot of food so I usually have left overs. The staff are friendly And they have rewards system so be sure to sign up and get credits especially on your birthday.“

“i am at aloha bbq great place to eat!!! :)“

“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!“

“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!“

“love this place..........“

“authentic and very good - the real deal - homemade“

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

“I absolutely adore Jackson’s Chix tenders! If you’re in downtown Fullerton, you definitely need to stop by. The restaurant has such a great vibe, and the food is simply fantastic. The staff is amazing“

“The food was excellent the service was good.“

“Excellent service and food“