Best kept secret!: Campo Cafe' - 11/18/25…read moreKept seeing this place on facebook. Had to check it out. Did not disappoint! Easy to access, plenty of parking. Handicap accessible. Large seating area, comfortable. Counter staff, excellent friendly, informative. Interior. Clean. ***Wings (12) - big, hot, Juicy, buffalo hot ( and I'm from Buffalo)...ON POINT! 5+ would of never known they weren't from Buffalo. Great job. ***1/2 side Onion Rings (6 huge) again, on point! 5+ Turkey Sub... This! The veggies fresh! Plentiful, nicely cut. Turkey good quality. Now The sub roll..... Thats what makes a sub a sub and this also did NOT disappoint! Again 5+. I got mine toasted. Highly recommend. Three for three! Couldn't lose anyway I went. The food was kick ***! There wasn't one thing I could put was negative. None. If I had to have 1, it'd be to say, there should be a chain and a few other locations. Such a drive, but, so worth it. Go Check them out on your way to the back country mountains. You'll be glad you did. Ty Campo Cafe' for a truly enjoyable experience! *** additionally theres a great pool table to relax and kick back to.

It's been a long time since I have tried this place again considering it's literally less than 5…read moreminutes from me . Seems to be new people from before . I've been here twice now .. some are friendly , some are not . First time salad wasn't correct but they corrected it quickly and this person was friendly. Second time food was hot and fresh , cashier wasn't so friendly .. just basic meh .. but overall as long as service continues in the right direction we will come back .. on a good note the place always seems tidy and clean .

Last year I was hiking the PCT and a bit of snow and ice spread out over 3 days grounded me in…read moreMount Laguna. So, I grabbed a room across the street at the Mt Laguna Lodge and ate many of my meals at The Outpost. I am going to be completely honest here... I fell in love with this place because of so many reasons, but mainly because it took care of "my people"... yes, the backpackers. The service was so incredible. From the friendly guys in the back on the grill supplying me with ingredient information to the professionalism of the lovely young lady working the register... to the barkeeps to an amazingly talented woman from San Diego who was the musical talent one evening... I seriously don't feel you could assemble a more amazing cast to encounter all in one place. The food... what kind of 5-star review of a restaurant would be complete if you didn't mention the food? Well, it was equally as great ... I found no reason to claim that the selections I purchased were anythjng less than flawless.... yeah, flawless. With a lot of people coming up from Greater San Diego on the weekends, they put out some incredibly amazing BBQ offerings (but only on the weekends). I never wanted to leave and they probably thought I was moving to the mountain beeeeecause mosat backpackers stay overnight ans then they are gone. Not me, lol. I need to say that no proper review of this business would be complete without saying that the husband and wife team running the place were well beyond super cool to me. Oh, and you know you stayed in town a good long time when you leave knowing all about little league teams having games canceled because of the weather and the history of the local structures. Fast forward almost a full year, and now... needless to say that I was pretty bummed out when I did a spur of the moment, 3-hour drive to Mt. Laguna (Saturday, March 7, 2026) for a re-experience, only to find The Outpost closed due to a septic leak. I am sure hoping that they will have this all fixed up soon... especially with the Pacific Crest Trail hiker season having launched on March 1 (it runs through May 31). Since the people that run this place are awesome folks, I would hate as much for them to miss out on their potential income as I would be disappointed for the hikers who may fail to have the chance to have the excellent experience that I had in 2025. Best advice: Call ahead to ensure they're open. My fingers are crossed... Respectfully, I Remain, "Trail Chef" P.C.T. 2025

My family and I stopped by here during our stay in Mt. Laguna. I must admit that I wasn't expecting…read moremuch given how remote the area is. I was pleasantly surprised at how good the food was. We ordered the smoked wings, a California burrito, the little Laguna BBQ board , chicken strips and a pizza and everything was delicious. The food was flavorful and perfectly seasoned. The restaurant has inside and outside seating. The service was great. The lady was friendly and patient while we decided what to order. If we're ever in town again, we will definitely stop by The Outpost.

Ria isn't just a bartender -- she's the whiskey whisperer, the cocktail queen, the tiny Hawaiian…read moreassassin behind the bar serving drinks so good they'll make you rethink your entire personality. Beautiful, hilarious, cool without trying, and somehow always wearing the most fire shoes in the building. She's the kind of bartender that turns "let's grab one drink" into "well damn, now we live here." Every cocktail was perfect, every recommendation hit, and her energy honestly makes the whole place. Protect Ria at all costs because that girl is a whole vibe. I Wish her all The health and the wealth and if yall don't give this woman a BONUS and a raise- i'm going on strike ;)

I love everything about this place. The BBQ is insanely good - I have had everything from the…read morepulled pork sandwich to the tri tip to the sausage sandwich, and all of the sides. Everything is INSANE. I've even interviewed the "meat guys" who hang out with the giant smokers in the back lot and basically babysit the meat 24/7. They take their job very seriously, and it shows in the quality of the meat! The bartender made me a mezcal margarita once, and I had three that night and now think of them often. It's what gets me back in the door here. The mezcal marg and the meat. The live music is always awesome. We came recently and saw the Blind Miles Blues Band play - their vibe fit with the ambiance of the restaurant so well. It was awesome that our kids were able to run around and play while we ate dinner and talked. I am SO thankful for a restaurant that has food this good that also freely welcomes families with kids! Our waiter that night, Bryce, was awesome. He was SO attentive and so patient and kind when we had a bunch of requests for extra everything. We'll probably request him next time, he was that cool. Can't say enough good things about this place. I already can't wait to come back again!

We started coming here because our family photographer (XO Kim -- check out my review!) highly…read morerecommended it, and it has become our tradition after every photo session for about five years. Enticing our kids with the animals at XO Ranch and then grabbing food at Descanso Junction has been our routine that just works. It has made taking family pictures a better experience. We always bring our dogs to the photo shoot and sit outside on the patio at Descano Junction Restaurant. We have enjoyed sitting outside. There is a wooden chair that my kids love squishing themselves into. At night they have garland lights. Unfortunately the laat time we came the heater did not have gas and we were freezing. My two younger kids still opted to eat with us because they wanted to eat with our dogs and sit in the chair. Portions here are generous and priced well. Honestly, I could probably share with my youngest, but since it's a bit of a drive for us, we each get our own dish and take home leftovers. Some menu items are served only at certain times and days, so plan around that. Service has always been consistently good -- friendly and attentive, even when we're seated on the patio with the dogs. They sell dog friendly burger patties for $5.99. Our Favorite Items Smaller Bites These come with two sliders and one side. We've tried all the options and have zero complaints. Burgers My kids love the burgers here. They're a great size and always come out juicy. We order them Medium to Medium-Well. For sides, you can pick fries, potato salad, or coleslaw, or pay extra for battered onion rings, soup, or a salad (I usually upgrade). Favorites for my family: * Traditional * Bacon Cheeseburger * Ultimate Burger My favorite burger is the Mushroom Burger I'm a mushroom lover, and this one is always cooked perfectly. Taco Salad Huge. I order it with Carne Asada and it's delicious every time. BBQ Combo: You can create your own combo. Options: Jack Daniel's Tri Tip Saint Louis Style Pork Ribs Smoked Pulled Pork Desserts I'm a dessert person. I don't have a must eat here but its a good way to end the meal. We have tried the brownie, cheesecake and apple pie. If you're in the area, definitely check this place out. Great portions, fair prices, tasty food, and consistently good service. And don't forget to walk around the shops on the same lot afterward.

We bicycled up through desert mountain country wondering if we had enough water when we came upon…read morethe Junction. Our server Alyssa and food and icy drinks were a godsend. Had our own window side booth by the window. "Stay as long as you like," she said. Get the taco salad - huge crispy edible bowl packed throughout with chunks of grilled chicken and surprises at every level like avocado slices cheese and refried beans at the base--if you make that far! The cowboy and highway biking decor was perfect to recharge our enthusiasm for the endless mountain climb to Julian. She said watch out for rattle snakes!

This is a tough one. This place does good food. And beer. But I went in asking about their…read moreprotocols for gluten allergies. There are limited dinner options in Julian. And with a kid with celiac, who can get sick for days if a crumb of bread is digested, options are even more limited. We were stoked when the woman at the register pointed out that the bbq and salads were mostly GF (without croutons). And while she did mention there's a chance of cross-contamination with the gluten free pizza, as they make pizzas and there's flour around, she mentioned they change gloves and use clean utensils and have had many celiac folks eat there without issue. Bit we went instead for the most basic and least risky options. Half smoked chicken and a wedge salad. Then I saw the house made pickles. My kid loves pickles. I asked if they were GF. Any seasoning or anything that might contain gluten? She asked the cook and he said no. Gluten free. Which makes sense. They're pickles. Took the order back to the house and the kid went straight for the pickles. I don't have the time to explain how awesome it is when this kid, who's whole outlook on food has been shattered because of the celiac, can have some pickles and not have to think about getting sick. But here we are. From pure joy to anxiety and sadness in two seconds flat. I'm posting this not to bag on this establishment or the people that work there. We know it's a kitchen that serves food and drinks containing gluten. But when I've asked about protocols and tried to do my best to get the info, as well as making it clear that we are trying to be very careful about gluten as it's an allergy, not a preference, and then being reassured that the pickles and the bbq is as safe as they can make it, I was pretty bummed to find a whole freakin crouton in the middle of the container of pickles. Half of which the kid had already happily devoured. We The restaurant industry is not set up for people with food allergies. We know this. We try our best to navigate it by asking questions and getting as much info as possible. There are places that don't even know what celiac is. So we leave. There are places that are extremely knowledgeable about it from front of house to the chef. Those places we can put more trust in. It's never 100%. But fortunately we've had more good experiences than bad with restaurants that take it seriously. I'm sure this was a mistake. Not intentional. Pickles too close to the croutons. I can see how it can happen. All I'm asking is to be better about it. Be aware. Especially when I've asked repeatedly if it's all good and the answer given is yes. Or just tell me it's not safe to eat there for people with celiac and we can be on our way. A lot of restaurants are becoming more aware and offering more GF options. This is great. Lots of people eat gluten free to avoid carbs or because of gluten sensitivity. Celiac is another level. And a painful one at that. We appreciate and love going to eat food at places that take it seriously. Hoping for more of those places in the future. Julian Beer Co. we love you, but take note. Croutons don't belong in your pickles.

The Julian Beer Company was amazing!…read more We have a 2 year old and he gets antsy quickly, especially when it comes to restaurants and sitting for a long time. so, being able to call ahead and order and pick up our food was so convenient! That being said, our food was so good and tasty, we love the Kabasa sausage and also the half chicken was amazing! I recommend the mac & cheese as well for a side, as it's super tasty and the cheese on top was amazing! If you do go inside the restaurant, they have plenty of seating, the vibe and ambience makes it better! Definitely recommend as the staff is super friendly and the prices were amazing!

Eaten here several times. My favorite used to be Grand Ole BBQ...until I tried Jay's. Jay's is…read morenow in first place !

First time at Jays Southern Café and wow... what an experience! Vi was a whole vibe--super sweet,…read morefriendly, and really helped my hubby and me decide on what to order since it was our first visit. She made us feel right at home. Now let's talk food... the brisket was out of this world! Tender, flavorful, and just the right amount of smokiness. Paired with the coleslaw (so fresh and delicious) and their BBQ sauce that was sweet but not overpowering, the whole combo was dynamite. I even had to snap a "before" pic of the plate--and let's just say the "after" pic didn't survive because it was THAT good! They were out of dessert during our visit, but I'll definitely be back to try that cinnamon and lemon pound cake that customers around us were raving about. Big shoutout to Vi and to Penelope (I believe she was the cook that day) for serving up not just a meal, but an experience. The layout was super cool and very clean. I never knew this place was in Alpine but I found my new barbecue spot. Definitely come and support as they are a hidden gem We'll 100% be back soon--thanks again for the warm hospitality and amazing food!

Unfortunately it's a no for me ..service was great but the food 4stars . I genuinely just didn't…read morefeel the love or flavor

Was introduced to Laine's during the San Diego Soul Food Festival and had to try out some of their…read moremenu! The mac and cheese and pulled pork were both super amazing. There were a ton of vendors to try out but I would love to find them again to try out the whole menu. The staff was super sweet and the bbq sauce was probably the best of the day!

Great service, big crowds but managed efficiently and best large beef ribs I've had in a long time…read more!!

Best BBQ restaurant in San Diego; adjacent to Seaworld and…read more Mission Bay. Clean and remodeled ambiance and fast service. Generous portions and affordable prices. Highly recommended and worth it.

We were on the hunt for some BBQ and decided to try this place out. It's inside Society so your…read moreseated in the bar. We ordered a brisket sandwich, ribs and chicken platter with Mac n cheese, and potatoes salad. The service was mediocre, nothing to write home about. But we did really enjoy the food. The BBQ sauce tasted of a ketchup base and it was amazing. The brisket just fell apart it was so tender, just a tad on the dry side so it needed the sauce. The ribs also just fell off the bone and had great flavor. I wish the chicken had a little more flavor but it was cooked great! The Mac and cheese tasted good but was pretty gritty. The potato salad was totally unique and I loved it, it was fresh and hit the spot. We will probably come back to try more on the menu!

Got baby back platter, brisket platter, Phat bastard burger, and The Bubba sandwich, which were all…read morepretty good. Menu says platters come with corn bread, but it came with Texas toast; there are two menus floating around, and the Texas toast is the current one as of this writing. Food was ready quickly. Ambiance - big open concept space, wasn't busy when I was there.

My first time there. Pork belly and macaroni and cheese…read moreballs were delicious Service was excellent, always checking if everything was good.

We ordered delivery and got the Best of Buck Platter, kids corn dogs, cornbread, and apple cobbler…read more The food itself was yummy and clearly has a lot of potential -- flavorful, well-prepared, and the kind of BBQ that would probably shine even more fresh and hot. Unfortunately, the DoorDash experience was rough. We were contacted about a substitution (peach cobbler wasn't available), but the call came through as spam on our phone. After that, there was no immediate notification when the food was dropped off, so it sat outside longer than it should have and arrived cold. This feels like a case of great food undermined by third-party delivery issues. Because the food was genuinely good, we plan to retry Buckboard's in person, where it can be enjoyed the way it's meant to be. I'd recommend dining in or picking up directly rather than delivery.