50 Best Barbeque Restaurants near Woodland Hills

“Outstanding food, baby back ribs fall off at the touch, no frills menu, it’s a bbq joint, if you’re looking for Foo-Foo items ? Wrong place, simple menu, something for everyone, friendly staff, family owned. Outdoor dining, live music on occasion, takeout and pickup available…. Hole in the wall, rustic and comfortable, it’s really a unique inviting establishment“

“Came here with my whole family and we all loved our food. We got beef snd pork platters and chicken and shrimp tacos. Also tried the dumplings. Everything was delicious. And the staff was fantastic and friendly. Atmosphere is very casual clean and nice.“

“First restaurant I ate in 1982 and the bbq is still great.“

“Our waiter ( mario) best person I know. Service was beyond amazing, would recommend to all! Thank you Mr.’Mario for the best service ever!“

“Great Bbq! Great service!“

“Whatever type of food you're craving, be it a sandwich, soup, English style breakfast, or BBQ plate, this restaurant would have it. This place is rich with menu options AND flavors, served by a friendly and personable owner. Deserves more love from locals and tourists alike“

“I recommend the Bbq chicken, Rack of Ribs and Brisket overall everything I ordered was delicious.“

“I like the pork ribs and all the fixings Try the potato salad“

“Jesse is the best he is a delight and has better food than anyplace on earth you have to make this one of your favorite places to go and when you do you will get hooked 🪝 like a fish 🐟 not just for the food but the homemade beers that they make and tv's are everywhere you will have to try them all and great music and mention me and get some good laughs“

“We’re been going to Gus’s BBQ a long time, but recently, their brisket has become STUPENDOUS. It was always good, but oh my... I’ve had brisket all over and this is as good as brisket gets. On a pandemic note... usually when ordering take-out, something goes wrong. A missing side, etc. Not here. Each order has been perfectly accurate. Thank you, Gus’s. Our favorite.“

“convenient, and easy on your wallet. the food is quality, and service there is good“

“favorite food truck ever! awesome food, more than just tacos and burritos, tri tip is available on everything, sandwiches, tacos, burritos, ribs, wraps, cheeseburgers, etc“

“That’s what I’m talking about!This is some real serious BBQ. I had the two meat combo, which was pulled pork, brisket with mac & cheese, and baked beans. Let me tell you, I’m real picky when it comes to mac & cheese, and this was killer! The baked beans were awesome too. Full of flavor.It’s really hard to find a good barbecue nowadays, and I’m so happy that they are down the street from where I live.Favorite was the brisket ?“

“We've been coming to the Bear Pit since I was a kid (so decades now). We always get the bbq brisket sandwich on garlic toast which is tasty with the delicious bbq sauce. Over the years, the magic has somewhat disappeared, but it's still a reliable bbq spot!“

“It’s surprisingly hard to find great brisket in the west San Fernando Valley, so discovering Slab at Topanga Social felt like stumbling onto a hidden gem. I’ve tried a lot of barbecue spots across LA, and this is one of the few that truly gets brisket right. The meat is incredibly tender, with a deep, smoky flavor that doesn’t overpower. The bark is seasoned well, slightly crisp, and full of flavor, with just the right amount of fat running through each slice.

Every time I go, I tell myself I’ll try something new, but I always end up ordering the brisket again. I don’t even browse the menu anymore. It hits every time. That level of consistency is rare, and it’s what keeps me coming back. I wish I could comment on the rest of the food, but honestly, I’ve never made it past the brisket. That should tell you something.

The setup inside Topanga Social makes it easy to grab your food and find a spot to hang out. The staff is friendly, the service is quick, and the vibe is casual, but the quality of the food feels like it belongs in a more traditional, dedicated barbecue joint.

If you’re in the area and craving real brisket done right, Slab is absolutely worth a visit. It’s become my go-to BBQ spot in the valley without question.“

“Great food and service, thanks Kyle!!“

“Friendly staff and servers. Good selection. Good meat . They seated us right away . Good parking. First time and if I am in the area again, will definitely eat here again.“

“Great food!! The staff is friendly!“

“Great service n food. Try it out.“

“Longtime fav childhood classic.“

“Un lugar muy agradable te atienden súper bien“

“Pros:
-has a bathroom
-good brisket
-manager seems friendly

Cons:
-small parking lot, difficult to find parking if the lot is full
-limited choices
-sides including Korean pancake are cold
-gets really smoky“

“I came here in the midafternoon. It was completely empty.

The server, was helpful. I chose, instead of getting the all you can eat option, I ordered ala cart.

I got the chicken with mixed veggies, fried rice, hot and sour soup and an iced tea.

The soup came out first. It was really, really good hot and sour. The flavors were balanced and you could tell that someone put care into the preparation. Note that they only serve a two-person portion, so I had to take some home.

The the fried rice and the chicken/veggies came. Also really tasty. The chicken was cooked perfectly.

I appreciate small, family run places. The entire meal just hit the spot. I'll definitely be back.“

“Tried a sample of "Breathe" from the Crooked Path and it was lovely! I was kind of mad I didn't have more of it.“

“Awesome food and great selection in the market. Friendly staff!“

“Just went tonight. The smash burgers are to die for. The staff is the best! Will definitely be back! 💖“

“This place was so good and had amazing prices, there very nice people, and to top it off the food is fresh served right off the grill, I got chicken and pork plate and that was only $16 and I got a good amount of food. I will definitely recommend this place and I will definitely be going back....thank you for great service.“

“muy buen pollo los recomiendo“

“Ara’s Shawarma is absolutely amazing! I love the food here! Everything is flavorful, fresh, and made with care. Their new crispy shawarma is next-level delicious and easily one of the best shawarmas I’ve had.

Huge shoutout to Mike for the top-tier service, he’s incredibly nice, welcoming, and makes the experience even better. The atmosphere is great too: clean, comfortable, and inviting.

Highly recommend Ara’s Shawarma if you’re looking for incredible food and outstanding service. I’ll definitely be back!“

“5 STARS SUPER DELICIOUS EVERY TIME“

“Sam Woo in Van Nuys is the gold standard for Chinese food. I’ve been coming here for as long as I can remember, and everything is still top tier — bold flavors, great portions, and consistently well-executed dishes that hit every time. You can tell this is a place that knows exactly what it’s doing, and the quality really shows. The food comes out hot, fresh, and incredibly satisfying. The to-go area team is especially friendly and efficient, making pickup quick and easy. If you’re craving authentic Chinese comfort food done right, this spot absolutely delivers. A true classic that keeps us coming back.“

“Decided to try this place for some take out and it's now my new thai place. The lady who helped me was so sweet, and the food was really good. We had the pad see-ew, fried rice, wonton soup, and pineapple chicken curry. All of it was delicious, I recommend!“

“lo mejor asado criollo de la argentina esta en manos de martin fierro asados“

“the Best plate lunch in town“

“Love this place. Highly recommend.“

“We stumbled upon this restaurant when our original plan fell through. I'd seen videos of Korean fried chicken, so I figured I'd give it a shot. Wow! The food was delicious. I ordered the Honey Garlic and Soy Garlic wings. I thought the Honey Garlic was better. I also really liked the French fries. I'm definitely going back and can't wait to try the Secret sauce. 8 pieces is plenty for 2 people. Even as leftovers, the chicken stayed crunchy 😋“

“Es mi primera vez que mi hijo me invitó a cenar y muy buen servicio y muy limpio muy buena cena Gracias“

“This is hands down one of my favorite kbbq spots. The food is great, no frills, just good meat and sides. My favorite thing about this place has to be the service. We arrived at 8pm on a Saturday, and there was no wait! We had three different servers attending to us this evening, and they checked in on us constantly, making sure we had everything we wanted. And they're fast and so friendly! Another great bonus is that the overhead vents are so strong, I never feel gross and oily after eating here like I do with other kbbq spots.“

“Place was great for lunch. Food was seriously delicious. Some of the best barbecue I’ve had. We got the Tri tip sandwich and the mushroom burger. Both were full of flavor. cocktails were great as well. Love their outdoor patio, it’s got great views of the valley. The staff were super attentive and nice. This is definitely a spot I’m coming back to and hope to checkout the live music on the weekends.“

“My son & I enjoyed are dinner time together � and the service is awesome �“

“Muy buena comida , excelente atención y esposa“

“Very good Filipino food feels like home! Grill City is very affordable compared to other Asian and Filipino restaurants that I tried. The supermarket attached has a great selection of Asian products and I found some of my favorites from back home.

The staff at Grill City in North Hills particularly is very friendly and respectful; they’re always smiling and happy to assist when I need it, and they provided great service. I definitely recommend this place!“

“I really enjoy their bbq combos, side dishes, and soybean stew. But when you're not there to get the bbq combo, they usually sit you off on the other side of the restaurant. My party and I had to wait quite a while for the waiter to take our orders when on the non grilling side. And they don't check on you once your order arrives. I ordered the bulgogi, which was pretty pricy and the portion size was really small. I'd go only got the bbq.“

“I will always come back to this Filipino restaurant. One of my favorite is their “Kare-Kare” with extra Bagoong. They are always full-packed with orders. They should make this place bigger or put another one in Panorama City. Love the food, it feels like home 🏡🥰“

“Been coming here for over 35yr. This place has been here for over that.
The food has stayed consistent throughout those years. And that’s saying something.
I can come here and always know what I order is going to have the same excellent quality as it always does.

Here are my top orders.
Vegetarian falafel.
Perfectly seasoned and crafted falafels.
Wrapped into a pita with yogurt sauce, lettuce and tomato. Very simple yet absolutely delicious and fresh.

Cheddar melt burger.
Pretty good sized burger.
Meet is seasoned well. Cheese is in fact melted lol.
This burger definitively isn’t lacking in flavor.

Fries.
Their thick cut fries are from the same distributor as Malibu Seafood. If you ever are craving them. And you’ve been there. You know how good they are.

Check this place out and enjoy!“

“My first time eating at a Korean BBQ restaurant. I really enjoyed the experience and the food.“

“Amazing food! Family owned for more than two decades. Never a drop off in quality. They’ve been a consistent fixture in SF Valley, which speaks volumes since it’s hardly recognizable even in the past 5 years since the pandemic! My favorite dish is the seafood combo with short ribs!“

“Amazing place, this is my 2nd time here and I love this place. The food is amazing, I went to celebrate my son's graduation here they took care of every one in our party( 11 in total) is very different from other Korean BBQ Restaurants I've visit, I feel I enjoyed the food more, is a very small place but the experience make it worth the lack of ambiance.
I will definitely will be coming back.
I don't know how much is for each individual plate because I had 11 people in my party and we just ordered until everyone was satisfied but it was worth every penny.
The serves make sure you get everything you need, I ordered the marinated beef it was very juice, they lack on variety of choices but it still gives you the whole Korean bbq feel, they provide you with onions, jalapenos and garlic per request, also their salad is AMAZING. It is it not luxurious as other BBQ places.
I still find the meat on this places a much better quality than other Korean BBQ places., I will definitely be coming back.“

“Great food, and so much of it!! From the Cesar salad to the steak and grilled shrimp plus the enormous loaded baked potato, can I get a yum yum Amen!!!?! Every single employee was amazing, professional and efficient. I will definitely recommend Longhorn Steakhouse, and I will certainly be going back!!“