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Bludso’s brings the best of authentic Texas-style barbeque to Santa Monica courtesy of renowned pitmaster, Kevin Bludso. Bludso’s serves up individual and family style trays of “low and slow” smoked meats and classic sides paired with a full bar in a casual, sports bar-style environment.
Hours
| Friday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Monday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–10 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 1329 Santa Monica Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90404
Phone: (310) 310-2775
Website: https://bludsosbbq.com/
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Reviews
benjamin archibeque
Probably the best pure BBQ place on the west side. There are a couple more that are worth mentioning but BLUDSO’S gives me the most home cooked authentic style BBQ feel out of all them.
Really tender BBQ, and the loaded buffalo chicken fries are disgustingly delicious. Enjoy the sweet BBQ my friends.
… moreReally tender BBQ, and the loaded buffalo chicken fries are disgustingly delicious. Enjoy the sweet BBQ my friends.
Walker Gibson
I’m not a big barbecue fan in general, but maaaaaan is this place good. The brisket is absolutely perfect – best I’ve ever had. The rib tips were excellent, pork ribs were 4/5 stars. Mac and cheese was not as epic as my grandma’s but still very good, and I thought the baked beans were among the best I’ve ever had.
My wife, a sorta milquetoast white chick, thought everything was “delicious but a little too spicy.” Too much pepper in the rubs for her taste. My daughter agreed with me an can concur that everything was “fire.”
Very fast and friendly service, $5 valet parking in the back.
… moreMy wife, a sorta milquetoast white chick, thought everything was “delicious but a little too spicy.” Too much pepper in the rubs for her taste. My daughter agreed with me an can concur that everything was “fire.”
Very fast and friendly service, $5 valet parking in the back.
Damon Fleming
I stopped by for lunch and got the 6 wings for $21. I was thinking hot wings but they were whole chicken wings. I got the dry rub and it tasted like some kind of peach rub. Every meaty and flavorful. I got rub all over my fingers so be ready for a bit of a mess. But definitely worth it. The BBQ sauce was vinegar based and was really good. I got the spicy and it had plenty of heat but didn’t linger too long on the palate.
Celery came with it and I have to shout out the celery. Probably the freshest celery I’ve ever had. The dressing tasted house made with plenty of dill. Excited to come back and try more!
… moreCelery came with it and I have to shout out the celery. Probably the freshest celery I’ve ever had. The dressing tasted house made with plenty of dill. Excited to come back and try more!
Lord Van Cannon
Just randomly saw this place driving and decided to go in. What a great decision!
Upon walking in I was greeted immediately.
The atmosphere was great. Lively and happy.
It was rather busy. Whole bar was packed and I’d say about 5 tables.
It’s not super big inside. But definitely enough room to be comfortable.
They do have a full bar as well so that’s a plus!
Let’s get into the food.
I ordered the pork ribs, Texas hot link, Mac n cheese with baked beans.
I opted to try the mild and spicy bbq sauce.
Let’s start with the pork ribs.
Seasoned very well. And I do mean VERY well. Smoked to absolute perfection. With an excellent seasoned crust.
Honestly? You don’t even need to put bbq sauce on it. It’s that good. However I did try both sauces.
Mild is definitely more sweet than the hot.
But the hot isn’t too spicy either. And I know everyone’s spice levels are different.
To me a grilled jalapeño is mild. So figure from there.
Moving onto the hot link.
Cooked well. Juicy with great taste.
Can’t go wrong.
The aides.
WOW. Ok I would legit come back for just the Mac n cheese if you wanted Mac n cheese. It’s creamy, rich gooey and just excellent. Melded cheddar layer on top.
Baked beans.
It’s heavy on the mustard. But don’t let that make you stray away. It’s a different taste and it’s well worth the try. I greatly enjoyed them.
Overall this piece was a fantastic experience. I will 100% be back.
It’s clean, it’s fun, the food is great and the atmosphere is excellent.
Food: above average
Staff: good people
Cleanliness: clean
Atmosphere: upbeat, happy and inviting.
… moreUpon walking in I was greeted immediately.
The atmosphere was great. Lively and happy.
It was rather busy. Whole bar was packed and I’d say about 5 tables.
It’s not super big inside. But definitely enough room to be comfortable.
They do have a full bar as well so that’s a plus!
Let’s get into the food.
I ordered the pork ribs, Texas hot link, Mac n cheese with baked beans.
I opted to try the mild and spicy bbq sauce.
Let’s start with the pork ribs.
Seasoned very well. And I do mean VERY well. Smoked to absolute perfection. With an excellent seasoned crust.
Honestly? You don’t even need to put bbq sauce on it. It’s that good. However I did try both sauces.
Mild is definitely more sweet than the hot.
But the hot isn’t too spicy either. And I know everyone’s spice levels are different.
To me a grilled jalapeño is mild. So figure from there.
Moving onto the hot link.
Cooked well. Juicy with great taste.
Can’t go wrong.
The aides.
WOW. Ok I would legit come back for just the Mac n cheese if you wanted Mac n cheese. It’s creamy, rich gooey and just excellent. Melded cheddar layer on top.
Baked beans.
It’s heavy on the mustard. But don’t let that make you stray away. It’s a different taste and it’s well worth the try. I greatly enjoyed them.
Overall this piece was a fantastic experience. I will 100% be back.
It’s clean, it’s fun, the food is great and the atmosphere is excellent.
Food: above average
Staff: good people
Cleanliness: clean
Atmosphere: upbeat, happy and inviting.
Jordan Forrest
Good BBQ is hard to come by but this place was a pleasant surprise. It’s a 10 minute drive from Santa Monica Beach and the food is great. I ordered the combo plate with brisket, chicken, mac and cheese, collard greens, and hush puppies. And the fact that they serve Cheerwine to drink is a plus! I will definitely save this place for when I’m in town.
… moreMichael Gawlik
The atmosphere is friendly and casual. The service was friendly, yet not pushy.
Though they had run out of the pork ribs, they have the best fried okra in LA. the brisket was tender and savory as was the pulled pork. Neither needed the BBQ sause…which was also very tasty.the potatoes salad was above average and the cornbread was sweet without being overly sweet.
For a casual night out or a party you can’t go wrong.
… moreThough they had run out of the pork ribs, they have the best fried okra in LA. the brisket was tender and savory as was the pulled pork. Neither needed the BBQ sause…which was also very tasty.the potatoes salad was above average and the cornbread was sweet without being overly sweet.
For a casual night out or a party you can’t go wrong.
William Rodrigues
Hands down the best bbq spot in Santa Monica.
The food is great and served quick to your table, so if you need a quick snack after work it’s the place to go. Plus the service is amazing starting from the moment you walk in and walk out.
Recommend the LA Rib Tips for the spicy lovers.
… moreThe food is great and served quick to your table, so if you need a quick snack after work it’s the place to go. Plus the service is amazing starting from the moment you walk in and walk out.
Recommend the LA Rib Tips for the spicy lovers.
keyara’s wrld
10/10 for me and my husband! The service was immaculate, felt like we were right at home our server Daphne was friendly, helpful and had the most contagious smile. There were two other gentleman that weren’t even our servers but also super friendly and held great conversation with us making us feel welcomed, one looked like the manager and other i’m assuming a server whoever worked at 4pm on 9/20 that’s who i’m talking about! Food was great as well, got the recommendation to get the dry rub wing appetizer and get buffalo on the side.. i’d definitely eat it again and again for sure! Also had a quarter of brisket and ribs which were pretty good but what topped it off was the mac and cheese because it had a little kick in it and the banana pudding for dessert! Overall experience was great and when i touch back in Cali i’ll continue to return here for as long as I can.
… moreSteve A
Excellent experience
Hospitality – fantastic! Thank u
Mac n cheese
Potato salad
Brisket sandwich (could’ve used more bbq sauce)
… moreHospitality – fantastic! Thank u
Mac n cheese
Potato salad
Brisket sandwich (could’ve used more bbq sauce)
Jeremy Flores
Had an awesome experience at Buldso’s BBQ today. My bartender and server, Alex, super friendly and on point with her recommendations. She suggested the brisket fries, and they were incredible. Great service, great food, definitely coming back. 9.999999999/10 cuz nothings perfect but if this wasn’t close!
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