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Booths & Western-themed decor fill this unpretentious eatery serving smoked meat & sandwiches.
Hours
| Friday | 11 AM–9:30 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–9:30 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Monday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–9 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 31738 Rancho Viejo Rd, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
Phone: (949) 218-0227
Website: https://www.badtothebone-bbq.com/
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Bad to the Bone BBQ Full service Bar, dine in menu, happy hour menu, take out menu, lunch menu, catering menu, curbside menu.
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Reviews
Steve Morales
Had the Brisket Tacos , Excellent, the brisket was so tender and juicy and nicely garnished with chopped lettuce , tomato ,onion and green or red salsa . The salsa had great flavor. Pastrami sandwich was also Excellent. Super tender and flavored pastrami on bread that was buttered and toasted . Super tasty sandwich . We had a large group and everyone was Very Satisfied with their meals .
… moreR Jackson
Fun, lively bbq, and friendly staff. Beans are tasty but I’d skip the potato salad, maybe too much mustard for my taste but 25 beers on tap and a full bar, everyone is going to be pleased. Casual dining and overall, a good deal. I’d stop in again.
… moreVladimir Gremyachenskiy
Absolutely the best BBQ I’ve ever had — hands down! The meat was insanely tender, juicy, and packed with smoky flavor. Easily the most delicious meat I’ve ever eaten in my life. Can’t wait to come back!
This is the kind of BBQ that makes you tear up with happiness — it’s that good.
… moreThis is the kind of BBQ that makes you tear up with happiness — it’s that good.
Ted Oden
Liked it alot! The Baby Back Ribs were fabulous, as were the Brussels Sprouts, corn and cornbread. I had the combo with brisket which was tasty but a bit dry and not quite tender. Others in my party had the same experience with the brisket and the tri-tip in the past.
… moreLacy B
My husband and I shared the 4 meat combo plate. 2 pieces of tri tip, 3 pieces of brisket 3 ribs and a pile of smoked sausage. All the meat was delicious.
… morePorfirio Gonzalez
My wife n I came to try this place and I have to say everything we had was better than Jack’s in Lake Elsinore. We got the 4 meat combination that consisted of baby back spare ribs, brisket, tri tip, and pulled pork. We got the mac n cheese and corn bread as our sides. My wifendidnt really like the BBQ sauce and I did. My wife didn’t really like the brisket were i did. Monday is pretty empty @ 2:00 pm just FYI. You can smell this place from a good distance and it is as good as it smells. Im sure the other meats we didn’t have are going to be just as good. Do give it a try and make your own review. Everybody is different, and your going to get those 5 stars and 1 star reviews.
… moreZ 7691
A Califotnia BBQ Joint. One of the better features is they asked me how I wanted my meet dry moisture in between. It was delivered to my liking Another feature was a full cob of corn from The Grill excellent see my photo of it the restaurant displayed excellent cleanliness. I watched the employee clean the table I was impressed among the better cleaning jobs I have seen. An interesting feature was a clean wash sink between the two restrooms. To wash your sticky fingers from the barbecue sauce. realize the sauce is not Texas or Kansas City or Carolina flavor. I would say it is more tomato-based California style by the way free parking.
… moreClint Murray
My wife and I are big barbecue lovers, so we were excited to give this place a try. We spent a little over $80 on a glass of beer, a prime rib sandwich and a two‑meat plate with brisket, tri‑tip, potato salad, and baked beans. Unfortunately, the experience didn’t quite live up to the price tag.
The prime rib sandwich was the highlight of the meal—tender, flavorful, and genuinely enjoyable. The sides, however, were hit‑or‑miss. The fries that came with the sandwich were undercooked and lukewarm, which took away from an otherwise solid dish.
On the two‑meat plate, the tri‑tip was cooked well but surprisingly flavorless and also lukewarm. The brisket was the biggest letdown: dry, lacking seasoning, and served barely warm. For a barbecue spot, that’s a tough miss.
The baked beans were delicious and easily the best side we tried. The potato salad, on the other hand, was overwhelmingly vinegary, and the cornbread was dry enough that it ended the meal on a disappointing note.
Overall, there were a few bright spots, but too many basics fell short—especially for the price.
… moreThe prime rib sandwich was the highlight of the meal—tender, flavorful, and genuinely enjoyable. The sides, however, were hit‑or‑miss. The fries that came with the sandwich were undercooked and lukewarm, which took away from an otherwise solid dish.
On the two‑meat plate, the tri‑tip was cooked well but surprisingly flavorless and also lukewarm. The brisket was the biggest letdown: dry, lacking seasoning, and served barely warm. For a barbecue spot, that’s a tough miss.
The baked beans were delicious and easily the best side we tried. The potato salad, on the other hand, was overwhelmingly vinegary, and the cornbread was dry enough that it ended the meal on a disappointing note.
Overall, there were a few bright spots, but too many basics fell short—especially for the price.
Nelly Swauger
Atmosphere, felt a little like stuck in the 70s. Service, not the most warm and thrilling. I asked the clerk at the food order desk what the side orders were and he simply pointed to the board behind him without turning around.
Food-Disappointed. It wasn’t up to the hype that I had heard about this place. I ordered the tri-tip. It was chewy and dry. Sad. The cole-slaw didn’t have any flavor. The corn bread was basic. It was an uneventful meal. This is not a full service restaurant. We ordered at the counter and got our cups for our own sodas at the drink station. Everything is self serve except that they bring the the flatware and the food.
I can do better at home.
… moreFood-Disappointed. It wasn’t up to the hype that I had heard about this place. I ordered the tri-tip. It was chewy and dry. Sad. The cole-slaw didn’t have any flavor. The corn bread was basic. It was an uneventful meal. This is not a full service restaurant. We ordered at the counter and got our cups for our own sodas at the drink station. Everything is self serve except that they bring the the flatware and the food.
I can do better at home.
Robert
I was underwhelmed by the brisket and tri-tip. I found them both dry and a little tough. The brisket was inconsistent, with some parts that would fall apart if you waved a fork above it, and others were chewy.
The macaroni and cheese was okay. It had a good texture and had a good amount of cheese. I would have liked a little bit of Cheddary flavor profile.
The cornbread was solid, with good flavor, and a nice soft consistency. I almost ordered more.
The star of dinner was the garlic smashed potatoes. They were smooth, almost to the point of being a puree, buttery, and garlicky. I liked them more than the macaroni and cheese.
The best dish we had was the chocolate and vanilla bread pudding. This is a five star example of what bread pudding should be. Topped with some decadent vanilla ice cream, you wanted to eat it with your eyes. If a warm hug was edible, it would be this dish.
The service was great and the prices were fair. The atmosphere was laid back and well decorated. We sat inside, but the dog-friendly patio looked nice too. (As did the giant dog who was out there.)
Even though all of the meal wasn’t my favorite, I’d definitely I have for dinner eat there again.
… moreThe macaroni and cheese was okay. It had a good texture and had a good amount of cheese. I would have liked a little bit of Cheddary flavor profile.
The cornbread was solid, with good flavor, and a nice soft consistency. I almost ordered more.
The star of dinner was the garlic smashed potatoes. They were smooth, almost to the point of being a puree, buttery, and garlicky. I liked them more than the macaroni and cheese.
The best dish we had was the chocolate and vanilla bread pudding. This is a five star example of what bread pudding should be. Topped with some decadent vanilla ice cream, you wanted to eat it with your eyes. If a warm hug was edible, it would be this dish.
The service was great and the prices were fair. The atmosphere was laid back and well decorated. We sat inside, but the dog-friendly patio looked nice too. (As did the giant dog who was out there.)
Even though all of the meal wasn’t my favorite, I’d definitely I have for dinner eat there again.