Comfy site with exposed-brick walls serving smoked BBQ, craft beer & unique eats like avocado fries.
Kimberly Babers
I found this place today on a ad on Facebook lol so I gave it a try i spent around 40 bucks. I got the 2 meat plate, brisket and ribs with potato salad and baked beans. The brisket was pretty good tender and moist it could have used a tad bit more salt for my taste. The ribs were pork, tender and came sauced (which i didnt realize, not a huge fan of sauced bbq). The ribs however were my favorite over the brisket. I got 4 ribs and 2 slices of brisket which I think the brisket portion was small for the price. The potato salad had good flavor it was missing something for me tho pickle relish and a tad of salt. The bbq baked beans not sure if this was just today or how they are but my beans were a bit undercooked. They had a bite to them which I didnt care for but the flavor of the beans I loved. I would definitely return to try other items plus they have a happy hour. I went on a Wednesday around 2:30pm and it was not crowded at all it was about 2 tables. The customer service was great. The lady who helped me greeted me as soon as I walked in, she was very knowledgeable of the menu as it was my first time coming here. She gave great suggestions and I ordered take out. She offered me water and a sest at the bar while I waited for my order. Her customer service was a 10!
… moreJohn McCory
Nice place for your overeating fantasies and cousins from out Kansas way. Good beer selection and friendly staff.
Deviled eggs, fried avocado and burnt tips were standouts!
… moreFranklin Martinez
What a wonderful way to enjoy the warm BBQ meals during the winter season! I thought Smoqued California BBQ was very unique and wonderful place where they served pork, brisket, St. Louis rib, sandwiches, and salads. I can remember this BBQ place in Orange County forever and cross it off the bucket list!
… morePatricia Fulps
Best loaded baked potato! I had it with Chili and it was just the right amount of spice. Great service. It smells amazing when you walk in. We got the brisket sandwich as well and it was fantastic. We will definitely be back.
… moreXu Zhang
We were there early when store just opened on a Saturday morning. Very nice service. We enjoyed the rib and steak. Brisket was too salty for us. The sides were good too and we had Cole slaw and potato salad.
… moreMartin Campos
Excellent place in the area. We came today with my family, the staff is amazing, attentive, fast, polite.
The food is delicious and BIG portions, it is definitely a challenge to finish!
… moreBryan Booy
This was our first time, and we didn’t know what to expect. We loved the atmosphere. Sasha was an outstanding server, very helpful and friendly. The food was oustanding, probably the best BBQ I’ve had in California! I judge a BBQ restaurant by its brisket, and yours is exceptional! The only improvement suggestion I have is to provide a serving spoon with the mac-n-cheese. I kinda made a mess using a fork. We have a new favorite BBQ spot!
… moreAnna Shum (Drateraaa)
Service was slow, but I’m still going back because the food was so good. (Not the deviled eggs though. Those were….odd.) But the meats, the nachos, the tots… Wow so flavorful. Was plenty stuffed but wanted to keep eating
… moreWilliam Wantz
Rachel, the Bartender, was good to us. She made good recommendations for food and drink (she poured a nice stout that was very enjoyable). We sat at the bar and the owner came over and chatted with us and he didn’t stay too long but he made us feel comfortable and welcomed. We couldn’t eat all of our food as we were full, but what we had for left overs were really good. The ribs, brisket, mac ‘n cheese were all excellent. They crisp the top of the mac which gave it a nice crunch. The meat wasn’t falling off the bone of the ribs (but not too far from it) so it was just right. Brisket had a nice smoke and was juicy. BBQ Sauce was good but only used a little. THE SMOKED CANDIED BACON WAS REALLY GOOD!
We were there on a Thursday at noon and parking anywhere nearby sucked. Even the public lots 2 blocks south were full. Limited parking would be the only reason affecting our return.
… moreJayde-Nichol (Cosplay&Cosmetics)
Chill atmosphere, delicious food. Moved to CA from the deep south, was craving some good bbq comfort food and Smoqued absolutely delivered
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