Brian Cho
Came here with my coworker. She recommended this place and we finally stoped by. She’s regular since when she was young. She talked about this place a lot.
Oh man, this sandwich was best I ever had. Everything was delicious and can’t wait until I go there again.
The price is high but you pay for quality. This is hidden gem in Salinas.
… morejlt_productions
Walking into this restaurant it instantly took me back in time. Old school vide, wood tables and walls galore. Kitchen is somewhere in the middle from where we sat. Service was very attentive, our waiter was very patient and super friendly. Came at least 7 to 8 times during the course of our lunch. Now the food, these ribs had just the right touch of char and crunchiness (LOVE this!) and just a slight touch of sauce on top. The ribs were so meaty and tender. I fell in love…I chose a baked potato for my side and a fresh COLD salad. Plate also came with a small bowl of chili. Man, this BBQ restaurant left me feeling full and happy. Definitely coming back.
… moreValerie Fletcher Bako
We traveled quite a distance to dine here because we used to live in Salinas many years ago and always loved Smalley’s. Today, they truly surpassed our expectations, and we left feeling completely satisfied. The food and service were absolutely fantastic! We enjoyed ribs, New York steaks, chicken breasts (with amazing char flavor), and tri-tip, all served with delicious dinner salads featuring ranch and Bleu cheese, tasty country beans, perfect baked potatoes, and flavorful garlic bread. The meats were complemented by their signature BBQ sauce, which adds a special touch. The generous portions allowed us to savor leftovers later. The beans are so delicious that we often buy a quart to take home. We’re definitely coming back soon! It’s absolutely worth our extra effort to make the trip.
… moreDaniel Brown
After waiting quite a while to order on a rather slow night, I Ordered a Ribeye, medium rare, baked potato and a Salad, my son got ribs.
Waited 40+ minutes for our food. When it arrived the steak was medium well to well. Thin and flavorless. Baked potato was ok. The salad and dressing tasted like Ciscos finest. Wet lettuce and plasticy tasting dressing. The ribs had been on a warmer waaaaay to long, were tough with almost no meat. No sending the food back as the waiter didn’t come back around. Not to mention the $100 price tag, plus tax and tip.
Icing on the cake, both of us felt sick later that night. Figured I’d give them a try for old time sake. Definitely not the Smallys that I remember.
… moreJoshua Lenzini
Great place to eat if you are a carnivore! I had the pork chops and ribs, wife had surf & turf and the beers were large (1L). Everything was delicious and portions large!
… moreEsi Liege
Just what i needed. 16oz ribeye salad bakedpotato beef n bean chili garlic bread. Great service great food. This is just the place for the traveling contractor lookin for a local good meal.
… moreFrancine F
We had our NYE meal here and it was the first time ever trying Smalleys! We were so full! Husband had a ribeye with steak fries, add mushrooms and grilled onions. I had a cheeseburger and steak fries. The ranch had the perfect ranch taste and the drinks come in a large cup. The mushrooms and chili were my favorite. OK it all was my favorite! My husband said his steak was delicious and cooked just as he requested. Staff are friendly and attentive. Good relaxing atmosphere with great country songs playing. Only negative was Bathroom toilet ran out of paper and I went to the other stall and the floor was soaked I almost slipped in the restroom. But I would totally go back! Thank you for a wonderful meal!
… moreAdam Helm
Pretty bad experience. Bathroom was so dirty I had to take my toddler next door to Starbucks. He couldn’t go as there was pee all over the floor and toilets. Ordered a medium steak and big a blue steak. That thing wasn’t even cooked. Paid and left. Didn’t eat and we really had to use the bathroom somewhere else
… moreVincent Tang
5/8/21 indoor dining available. Ordered full rack of pork. The end pieces are dry. The BBQ sauce not overly sweet and tangy. Clam chowder has large chunks of clam, very flavorful. Will have to come for prime rib only on Friday, was told to come early because they sell out. Nice end to a meal with sherbet
… morejody guillen
Service was great but food not so much. The meat tasted old and dry, definitely not cooked fresh. Very disappointed, used to love this place.
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