the wife and i had dinner at Chris & Pitts last night with the Downey Supper club. there were about 30 of us in the side room. the service was great and the food was supper yummy. the owner - Debbie and her daughter Nikki - were there and shared stories about their father who was Chris of Chris & Pitts. i had the rib combo for dinner and some of it was my lunch today. i will definitely go back for more, and so should you read more

Chris' & Pitt's - Barbeque Near Me - Downey, California

Dropped by for a late lunch and was seated right away. Wasn't too busy but quite loud with the table near us. The staff was somewhat friendly. I used to come here all the time when I was younger, but I hadn't been back in a few years. Unfortunately, the food has definitely changed. It doesn't taste the same, and the prices have gone up to the point where it no longer feels worth it. I ordered my usual: the Queen Size Prime Rib with beef barley soup and all fries. The prime rib was honestly terrible -- I'm not sure if it was the cut or the au jus, but something tasted off and seemed overcooked for medium rare. The beef barley soup was just okay, nowhere near as good as I remember. The garlic bread was still good, and the fries were just plain, nothing special. Overall, I left really disappointed. This place used to hold a lot of good memories from family dinners, but it just isn't the same anymore. read more

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I've been coming to this C&P's for 53 years. That's because my parents were coming here before I was born, and then I was here as a baby I've had meals that were great, and meals that were just Meh. The quality has been I consistent the last 10 years or so, but lately it's been really good. It got back to the quality I remember from 20 years ago. The only complaint I had this trip is that it seemed like the ranch dressing was not the same. I used to buy jars of it to take home, but not this time. It tasted processed and not homemade. Oh well. I had the beef ribs dinner, and they were delicious Perfectly smoked with sticky BBQ sauce permeating the meat. So good. The salad and fries were the standard good. I'll be back of course, and I hope they keep up the consistency read more

Chris' & Pitt's - Same comfy dining room for decades. - Barbeque Near Me - Downey, California

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I've been eating at C&Ps since I was a child. Decided to stop in and check out their new "Weekly Specials" last night. Was seated quickly and the overall service was fine. The food on the other hand was terrible, specifically the Rib Combo. The beef rib was dry, overcooked, and loaded with burnt black bbq sauce, nothing edible. I assume the rib was from days ago and just reheated. The spare rib seemed to be fresh but mostly chewy fat and seemed undercooked, without the wood smoke flavor I remember from this place. I kind of suspect they serve the days old leftover ribs for their specials and the freshly cooked for the regular priced entrees. Whatever the case I will not be back anytime soon. Hopefully I will have better luck at the Bellflower location. read more

As usual Chris and Pitts will continue to deliver some of the best BBQ around. I highly recommend...everything! You can't go wrong here from the entrees to the sides everything is always on point. Make sure you ask for extra bbq sauce on the side. There used to be bottles on every table but now you gotta ask. Believe you me, you don't ever want to miss the opportunity to have some of this good ole BBQ! read more

It has a great old restaurant feeling. They do have a take out counter. The booth we sat in was comfortable and roomie. I ordered the pull pork sandwich and it comes with fries and one side. I ordered the coleslaw. I did enjoy the slaw it was sweet. The pulled pork was delicious. The flavor, the BBQ sauce has a great flavor to it . The sandwich is served on a French roll. The restaurant and the restroom were clean. The waitress was friendly. read more

Chris' & Pitt's - The takeout counter - Barbeque Near Me - Downey, California

Chris & Pitt's in Downey is pure, unfiltered comfort--and walking through those doors instantly takes me back. It looks, smells, and tastes exactly the same as it did when I went growing up, and honestly, that's what makes it so special. There's something incredibly comforting about a place that doesn't try to reinvent itself every few years. The portions are still huge, the BBQ sauce still has that signature tangy-sweet magic, and the whole vibe is wonderfully no-frills. It's definitely not fancy, and that's part of the charm. The wood paneling, the old-school booths, the sizzling platters--it all feels like a snapshot from another time, in the best way. If you're looking for nostalgia, hearty portions, and food that hits the same every time, Chris & Pitt's delivers. It's not trying to impress--it's just consistently, reliably good, and that's exactly why I keep coming back. read more

Chris' & Pitt's - Barbeque Near Me - Downey, California

Still one of my favorite places to eat. I have been going to various Chris' & Pitt's restaurants for over thirty years. This time I ordered the large Brady cut Prime Rib. I figured I would splurge since I had a recent birthday. The salad that came with it was crispy and fresh. I have always enjoyed their homemade French dressing which is tangy and slightly sweet. The packet of saltines are Gamesa Saladitas which were very fresh. Lots of places serve stale cracker packets but not here. The prime rib was ordered medium rare but was closer to medium in temperature. It was still very good tasting. I ordered the spaghetti as a side instead of the barbecue beans and French fries. The spaghetti is still my favorite with its very meaty sauce and large singular meatball. It is a spaghetti that I measure all others with. Very delicious with a sprinkling of Parmesan cheese. The garlic toast came with a mushroom flavored au jus that was perfect for dipping. All in all, it was a pleasant lunch. I have previously enjoyed their "Dinner for Two" with beef ribs before. It is a good deal in itself if one has a dining companion. The service here was very polite and efficient. A separate entrance and waiting area just for take out orders is a nice convenience. Plenty of parking in their dedicated lot. This location is freeway close as well. I am looking forward to a return visit if in the area again. read more

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Been a few since I've been here. The smell is still great and To Go is booming a lot of young ones working here very nice to see. Waiting a few for a table. Big change restrooms are more separate instead of going in one door they are separate. Still rustic feeling but very clean throughout the restaurant. Cristian is our wait staff and Mayra another wait staff helping out great to see team work in action. Cristian is very knowledgeable of the menu Very nice and friendly So my grandson we ordered ahead and came in good time and good portion Had to get the onion flower great size still and added a new sauce bbq with a kick as well as ranch We got soup, beef barley still a favorite and chicken soup as well. Seafood combo good spread my wife said flavorful and good portion. chicken fried steak my daughters go too for many years still the biggest you will find. My son in law so happy with ribs combo, juicy compared to others he had that were dry. D*ve & b**st*rs so to speak. I had prime rib it was great but had end cut which is a aquired taste because its well done. Stil I enjoyed it Still a great place for BBQ in its own way. Not many establishments left like this classic place atmosphere = 8 Customer service = 9 Wait staff = 8 Cleanliness = 8 Prices to product (per economy) = 8 Food = 8 I love this place been a Customer for many years. But my review is a honest one Thank you for great food read more

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Chris and Pitts is probably one of my most vivid childhood memories. We ate here all.the.time. Today I brought my mom for a pre Mother's-Day dinner and I was so incredibly disappointed. Service: 0/10 This service was absolutely abysmal. I walked in, there was a man already waiting in front of me to be seated. There were FIVE women behind the counter. Five. Not of them acknowledged the man in front of me or myself. The man in front of me said he'd been waiting five minutes without being acknowledged. Finally, I asked if we seat ourselves. One of the ladies answered that there was a hostess and she would seat us. She was polite, but gosh, nobody had the initiative to say someone will be right with you!? This was literally within a minute of being there. I should've know and chose somewhere else. On to the meals. We waited at least 15 minutes before anyone acknowledge our Table. Finally, when the waiter came we ordered anticipating the lack of efficiency. After 20 mins, our salads were brought. We didn't even have our drinks or silverware. We eventually got those. Another 30 minutes later, four out of five peoples orders came. As I type this, I'm still waiting for my food. Food: 7/10 The food we did get was good/fine. It's nostalgic for me, so I like it. The onion rings are consistently good. The salad is crispy and green and refreshing. The people who got their meals liked them enough. Management: do better. read more

The owner Debbie responded to my recent post in 5 minutes , and apologized for not responding to my private message. "I'm so sorry it was minimized and I couldn't see it and it just came back up. I'll mail it out today so sorry for the delay. " I did receive the promised gift certificates today. I wanted to acknowledge that she followed through publicly. Because of her response I adjusted my review to a "2" Thank you for following through. John read more

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We had really good service, this place needs a facelift, however the food is still great. Prices are decent and atmosphere was good. We need to keep supporting our local gems. read more

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Ordered a beef ribs dinner with baked potato, salad, added a soup and onion blossom appetizer thru Grub Hub. What did arrive was cold - was missing the beef ribs and baked potato. I even tipped extra. read more

Chris' & Pitt's - Onion blossom, side of bbq, salad, beef barley soup - Barbeque Near Me - Downey, California

Honestly the restaurant is pretty dated. The inside decor hasn't really changed much in the years i've been off and on coming here. The food quality has slowly decreased over the years as places try to keep a float. I mainly only come now a days when I have a craving for their onion flower. From there my main meal is often one of the sandwiches or one of their burgers. If I had a hankering for a steak i might as well go up the road to steak n stein. The place can be reasonably priced if you choose the correct items. Will I come back, sure most likely, but sadly not super regularly. The dining service is relatively fast and they come by often enough. read more

An all time favorite! Nothing has changed since I was born. We have been coming here for 50 years. Very clean bathrooms. Large portions. Excellent wait staff. Barbecue done low and slow!!! read more

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Preface- In recent days I've been learning of many Establishments in the East LA and San Gabriel areas; and my visit to Chris' & Pitt's was no different. Thank you to Vince V for selecting this place and to Niki S for the invite. Here is my story: I journey to the SoCal area and one of my visits was to Chris' & Pitt's. It was not too far out of my usual place to stay when visiting and it was a Sunday so driving over to Downey was a snap. I'm glad I made that journey because this place has got to be a "blast from the past" as the furniture and interior was that of an old iconic steak/rib house. I love it! (reminded me of the old Love's a couple other places in the South Bay area to be truthful) Our server was so very polite considering we asked him for this and that; and more this and that as he politely accommodated. The menu was a busy menu (and our server knew just how to navigate as he again politely walked us through the do's and the maybe's. Niki and I opted for the Broasted Chicken. (Haven't had broasted chicken in DECADES) I'm so glad I tried C& P's Broasted Chicken as moistness of the chicken has got to be one of the best ways to eat chicken. AND it's a good thing we shared because it was a huge amount of food. In addition to the chicken came sides.... YUMMY Thank you to my dining partners for inviting me and introducing me to this place. Would I journey back? YUP even if that is not the area I'm usually at, it's not too far of a drive so I will definitely head back there one day. Parking plentiful but it's at the corner of a busy intersection so know your way around or you may just have to circle the block. read more

Going in the place is cute, I didn't like the fact that a very dirty homeless man came in and walked around the entire place. Set stuff down on a table and no one said a darn thing. And the food was just mediocre. We definitely would not go back. Our waiter was lovely though and very nice. read more

This place is like an old-time diner. There's nothing fancy about the food, their salad is just lettuce straight out the bag , and the portions are huge--definitely big enough to share a plate. Our group has come here a couple of times, with our most recent visit being for Friendsgiving. We noticed the "broasted chicken" on the menu and decided to give it a try not knowing what's broasted chicken. It is actually fried chicken using the pressure cook, master, It takes 20 minutes to prepare, so you have to order a little ahead of time. When it arrived, I had a wing, and it was pretty good! It had the crispiness of fried chicken, but the meat was also fall-off-the-bone tender from being pressure-cooked. Plus, it wasn't too salty or greasy. Normally, I enjoy their prime rib, but I'm cutting back on beef, so I skipped it this time. Our waiter, Andrew, was probably the best employee I've seen for a long time . He knew the menu well and explained everything clearly. For example, regular menu and the daily special menu .With such a big menu, his guidance really helped! Overall, if you're looking for delicious, unpretentious food, this is the place to go. read more

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I love that beef steak with mashed potatoes and gravy. It's so good with onions and cheese and mushrooms. It's very very very

First time coming with the family! Seriously, the experience was awesome! I want to give out a shout-out to Yari & José for the great service and awesome attitude. Where to start? Well, the food was really yummy! The portions, wow! Really big so be ready to eat. I have never seen so much food for a great price. The place looks great and very welcoming. Sure to visit soon! The kids loved it! read more

Food seems microwaved, pubic hair in my silverware roll, waitress acted like finding that kinda hair is just another day read more

Chris' & Pitt's - Look closely and you'll see a pube in my silverware roll- I told the waitress about it . Shrugged it off like no big issue. - Barbeque Near Me - Downey, California

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The food is classic Americana BBQ. I've been going to Chris N Pits since I was in a high chair and I'm 46 this year and have no plans of stopping soon. The blue cheese dressing is hands down the best in the west. We take trips from AZ to Downey or Whittier just to pick up the Blue Cheese dressing. It's no joke. If you haven't tried it, there's no time like today! Everything they put on the plate is delicious, even the fish sticks! read more

We came to the Downey Chris & Pitt's on Thursday. We hadn't been in years and it was as if time stood still. It looked the same and was just as good as I remember. We hadn't lunch specials that were bbq chicken & ribs. Ordered a full order of the addicting onion rings! Omg they are a must ! We enjoyed those the most! Salads and that blue cheese dressing was just as I remembered. Our waitress was so helpful and recommended certain things. She was very pleasant. The restaurant was so clean and the restroom was sparkling clean too! I loved the big tables and comfortable leather chairs . So inviting & relaxing. Especially loved the country music that was playing. We will definitely return soon. read more

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This restaurant has been around for over 70 years. This location is very historical and has all the original inhabitants. I ordered the baby back ribs with beans and corn. It was flavorsome. You get a good amount of food for the price you pay. Our waitress, Arlene was outstanding. She was funny, personable, attentive, accommodating, and professional. The restaurant has and old school ambiance with a barn-style look. Note: They have lunch specials for great prices. Large menu with plenty of items to choose from.great for gathering with family, friends, or co-workers. read more

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I typically do not post reviews and it has been a while since I have visited Chris & Pitts, but I am glad to report it was a pleasant return. The environment is still how I remember it and the food is still solid if you're looking for a decent/affordable bite of BBQ. Although it started to get packed when I arrived, the staff was very attentive and my server, Nathan, was very kind enough to walk me through the menu. For it being years since I have been to this location, it was a good return, so thank you to the staff ,and to Nathan, for the hospitality. read more

Selena and Myra provided great service and were so attentive. Food was delicious too!

This is not about the food. Food was great and fresh. This, unfortunately was about the service received in our last visit. The ambiance of this restaurant was ruined by the service received. We were meeting family there for our mother's birthday since our house water had been shut down for an emergency main line repairs causing us to change plans. There were 6 of us. Our waiter took about 10 minutes to greet us and when he did it was very stoic and unfriendly. He was inattentive to the point we had to ask for our condiments 3 times before recovering the plastic small cups of ketchup, honey mustard and blue cheese. We had to walk up to the drink station and ask for water since it didn't come 20 min after the second time we asked. When we were handing over our plates from our appetizers to make space he went about 10 feet and through them into a bin making a large crash noise multiple times like he was inconvenienced. Further more once we paid we surprised to see an automatic gratuity since our party was 6 people leaving a bad taste in our mouth feeling like he truly did not try to serve us, connecting that he knew he'd get a large tip. I would argue that he did not even do the bare minimum serving us. We also told him we were there celebrating and he did not even engage in a conversation with us. We watched another waiter hustling providing attention to each of his tables in different areas and he was friendly. We also even saw him singing happy birthday with another group. We know not everyone has their best days and being in the service industry is hard, especially after holidays... but this was a wild experience for celebrating a joyous occasion and was distracting to our group for the duration of the night. We hope Nathan has a better day and can learn the impact he has on families and their experiences when they are in his care for dinner. read more

I usually go to the other location, but since it was closed - my friend and I came to this location. We walked in and... waited to be seated. There were no other people in front of us, but we waited. Several waitresses saw us, but didn't acknowledge us at all. About 10 minutes later, a big group came in and they finally came over to seat us. Service was quick - we sat down, ordered and food came out within a good amount of time. As always, the food was good. Unfortunately, our waitress pretty much left us alone for the rest of the meal. We couldn't get anything from her - refill on water, condiments, the bill, etc. In the end, after we were finished, we waited again for someone to get me a box and the check. If the restaurant was busy, I could understand the slower service. However, it was not packed and there were more workers than in previous visits. Overall, three stars for the consistent food. read more

Love this place. Haven't been in years but nothing changed. Great food and service. Use to go to the Anaheim location but it closed so I have to go further away. But same great food. Love the Chicken fried steak. read more

My aunt and I went to eat at the Chris and Pitts in Downey, California for lunch. I wanna say that the service and the food was wonderful. They have plenty of tables in the back that are wheelchair handicap accessible and booths if you prefer. There's also handicap parking right in front of the restaurant. The food is wonderful. They have a great selection of desserts too. I would really recommend for an appetizer the onion flower it's delicious. It's a must. They have public restrooms for men and women indoors for their customers. A lot of their employees have been there for years and I just wanna shout out Jose. He was our server that day and he treated us very well and he went above and beyond for me and my aunt are visiting the Chris Pitts and Downey and even help my aunt out who is partially disabled to her car thank you Chris and Pitts. Love you till the next time bye read more

Many many moons ago I used to live out this way. In my family, Chris and Pitts was a part of the community and a place where you would take the whole family for dinner or to celebrate. My particular Chris and Pitts was located in Bell on Atlantic (side note: does anyone remember the Pioneer chicken that was across the street? Deliciousness). Anyway, one of my earliest memories comes from celebrating one of my cousin's baby showers there as my other cousin was a waitress there at the time. I remember thinking wow this is so much food! And of course it was all delicious. Well, the Bell location has been gone for a long time, I no longer live in the area, but will occasionally still stop at this location if I'm in the area. It's still a lot of food at a good price. I prefer the steaks to the bbq, but have also enjoyed their burger offerings. Overall a decent value for the price. read more

I've been coming to Chris & Pitts for years now, it never seems to disappoint. Even if I go to different locations, I know what I'm going to get, the delicious flavor is consistent. My go to is steak and shrimp, BBQ sandwich, ribs, chicken fried steak and many more. read more

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All their food is AWESOME! THE BEST Ribs, Onion Rings around. The ice cold stainless steel salad bowls keep the salad SOOO crispy. Their salad dressings are soooo YUMMY! We LOVE this place!! read more

So I know a lot of people have different thoughts about this place. Yes it's old, yes it's been around a long time. But the one thing I can say, it's consistent. I've lived in Downey most of my life and I've eaten at Chris and Pitt's literally hundreds of times. and the food is consistently good. It may seem a little expensive, but tell me a restaurant that isn't. The servings are huge compared to other places, which makes this restaurant a great value for the money. Between the great service, the baby back ribs, the broasted chicken, and not to mention the huge hamburgers. This will always be our go to for barbecue. read more

This is a throwback to the days of yore! The place takes you back to a different time where meals were big and meat was real! The ambiance is straight out of 1984 and that's a good thing. We were greeted and sat quickly and given the rundown of the large menu. We started with a half order of onion rings, which came with an amazing bbq-esque sauce. I ordered the chicken fried steak, which was greasy but tasty. Prices are a bit steep. read more

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Great customer service m; extremely hospitable folks! That makes for a great visit... the BBQ is pretty average: not great smoke and nothing distinctive. But if you need a quick bite, you could do a lot worse. read more

Still one of my favorites, been coming here since I was a child! Inside still looks exactly the same. The ribs are tender and delicious, and the onion rings are absolutely amazing! Recommend for date night or out with the family. read more

Have been eating here for years, most often we use takeout service. Prices have gotten a little high, but we always enjoy the food, no matter what we . Probably my favorite onion rings in the area, the batter is light and still crispy. read more

Today, I was in Downey for work and had a craving for some good BBQ, so I remembered Chris and Pitts--an OG spot that's been around for 75 years! I hadn't been here in over 15 years, so I decided to go with my coworker. Let me just say, WOW--the food was just as amazing as I remember. The customer service was top-notch, and the ambiance felt like you were in a cozy cabin, really setting the vibe for a great meal. I went with the ribs combo platter, which included beef, spare, and baby back ribs, and it was seriously delicious. My friend got the steak, and the Au Jus sauce was incredible. On the side, the mac & cheese and baked beans were perfect complements to the meal. I'm not usually a blue cheese fan, but when I tried my friend's salad with the blue cheese dressing, I was honestly surprised. It was actually really good--I might be a blue cheese convert now! If you're in the area or just craving some solid BBQ, this place is a must-go. I'll definitely be back sooner than 15 years this time! read more

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Chris' & Pitt's had that welcoming feel, with attentive and warm service, their signature barbecue sauce on chicken was delicious, salad and bread, and I chose mashed potatoes. It felt like an atmosphere of adventure. Give it a try! read more