This place is absolutely amazing, love the way it's ran and family owned. Owners are sweethearts and make the best bbq. I wish I lived closer! read more

An absolute find! Fantastic nearly fall off the bone ribs. I don't know where they find such meaty St Louie ribs. The chili beans with cheese and onions were really tender and perfectly cooked. Garlic fries crispy and garlicky. A little drive off 99 but totally worth it. Perfect stopping place on the way to Yosemite. Great service. Definitely stopping here on our way back home. read more

Spare ribs are baked and just because you put sauce on it doesn't make it barbecue, there hamburgers are good

We just loved our food,everything we got was amazing we both had ribs,mac & cheese and chilibeans!! Great customer service we live 40 mins away and everything was very hot an packed so well. We can't wait until the next time,Thank you read more

Great tasting food and always friendly service!!!!! Whether you order their burgers or tri tip it's all delicious!

Not only is the food good... the customer service is just amazing! Dan is definitely the man! I totally recommend them to everybody. We just had a catered event and it was a hit! Looking forward to going back real soon. read more

Dan and his family always comes through. On our last visit we had burgers. The DUBB, OMG, & Mexicali. The burgers were cooked to order (as always) and tasted fresh and perfectly cooked. Most times when a burger has jalapeños (like the Mexicali) they are usually just raw chopped up jalapeños (not at Dan's). Dan's roasts their jalapeños which adds so much depth to the flavor of that burger. We all had steak fries which were really good. We can always count on great service at Dan's BBQ, always super friendly. We took our meal to go. Personally it feels like during the summer the dinning area is uncomfortably hot. That's the only thing I would say could use improvement. Besides that little detail I will continue to visit Dan's when I'm in the mood for some good food. read more

My moms lives near Sans bbq and I'd drive by for several years.. one day we decided to go and was SO upset that I waited so long!! Hands down the BEST bbq in Modesto!!!! If you have t been take a chance, you won't regret it!! read more

I don't like ribs, I never have. Now with that being said...my son loves Dan's ribs. He orders them without the sauce, and devours every one! We have tried many other places: Texas Roadhouse, Outback, and Chili's. As far as the other places for ribs, they do not compare to Dan's, at least in my son's opinion. I like the mac 'n cheese at Dan's. It has bacon on top and it usually has a bit of a kick to the sauce. Last night we tried the double trouble burger for the first time. It was a hand patted patty, and it was pretty good! We have been here several times, and will continue to go back. read more

After a day of travel, then a workout - I was starving! This place was close, so I gave it a go! I asked Dan what he suggested - he told me best sellers, and also his favorites... I decided on a sample plate with three meats and a couple sides to go... Brisket, Chicken, and Tri Tip for the meats - Mac and Cheese, coleslaw, and I added some garlic fries... the Mac and Cheese was really good - but I wished I had a little salt and pepper for it, it needed just a smidge of something - but good. I didn't care for the coleslaw, it had a very citrus hint to it - and I just couldn't get on board with it, it wasn't bad - just not my taste. The garlic fries were shoestring type, and also not my favorite. They were really crispy and dry - and not very garlicy... the ranch had great flavor, but I'd like it a tiny bit thicker. Now to the meats... they were all super delicious! Cooked well, flavorful - YUM! And there were decent portions too! The meal came with some Texas toast that was good, and one small bbq sauce (2 would have been nice) If I find myself in the area again - I will for sure come back! And I'll try some of the other sides... read more

I tried the sampler and had brisket and ribs which are BOMB. They called me cause I was lagging which is great because I have forgotten to pick up take out in the past read more

Love the food, hate the location. First the food- hot, fresh, delicious. Recommend the ribs, tri tip, pulled pork and mac and cheese. Mashed potatoes were just ok. Garlic bread is tasty. The location- just terrible. The dingy, dirty strip mall has terrible parking and is full of transients. We couldn't eat inside because of Covid but that might help with the location/atmosphere. 4.5 stars for food, 1 star for location. read more

First time here and the place smelled amazing but the food was average at best. The combo with an extra side of meat was 17 bucks. Somewhat disappointed with the around of tri tip but I will not go back because the ribs were cold to the touch. There were 5 pieces and two were inedible because of how cold they were. The other three pieces were warm at best. I told the receptionist but she just smiled and said oh ok. Maybe she didn't hear what I was saying. But serving cold food like that shouldn't happen. It was not very busy. There were two others. read more

Dan's BBQ - American Near Me - Modesto, California

From first look out side it doesn't look like much. Once Inside the smell of BBQ slaps you in the face and grabs you by the nose , like something out of a cartoon. The inside nice , it the hole in the wall secret you don't want to share. Costumer service great met with a hello and a smile. Will add to review after I devour the bbq grub. read more

Dan's BBQ - Dan BBQ . Come and get some! - American Near Me - Modesto, California

Glad I gave this place a try. Will be back when I'm in the area. I had hot links and mac and cheese.

So good! Family owned and run. Best barbecue me, my boyfriend, and our friend had had in awhile. We got two tri tip plates and the OMG burger. The owner insisted we eat at the restaurant rather than get it to go, and we are so happy we did. The food was good and the experience was wholesome, so we'll be eating here again read more

We had a great luck at Dan's BBQ. The place is clean and smells great with the aroma of Dan's signature BBQ. Ywa, that's Dan working the front desk and he handles each customer with care and courtesy. The prices are reasonable, the food is great. Thanks Dan and his team! read more

Dan's BBQ - Chicken sandwich combo with delicious chilli beans. - American Near Me - Modesto, California

This is the best food,large portions and great service! The Ribs are outstanding. The Mac & Cheese is pure Heaven and you must try the chicken. Enjoy... read more

They catered a party for me last weekend and the food was amazing! They were in time with the delivery and everyone was so happy with the food choices available! I would definitely recommend them to anyone looking. read more

Legit bbq. Ribs fall off the bone. Tri-tips were tender and juicy. Good attention to details to the sides- toasty garlic bread, homemade Mac and cheese, baked beans topped with more of the home made bbq sauce! I'm still thinking about it one week after the meal. If you want good bbq, Dan's the man! Friendly boss and serving crew too! read more

Dan's is My favorite bbq place in town! Foods always fresh and hot. Everything on the menu is simply delicious. read more

Dan's BBQ - Meat sampler - American Near Me - Modesto, California

3 1/2 stars Stopped in tonight to try their barbecue. Good barbecue places are hard-to-find. I was really hungry so I ordered the 3-meat combo $20. You get your choice of meats. I chose tri-tip, ribs and pulled pork. Comes with two slices of Texas type toast and two sides. For my sides I chose garlic fries and chili beans. Ribs....3 Tri-tip.....4 Pulled pork....4 Texans type toast....4 chili beans....3 Garlic fries....4 The fries were fresh, hot and good. The chili beans were warm and needed more flavor i.e. spiciness. Ribs were OK but not hot. Tri-tip and pulled pork was sliced thin and was good. The Texas toast would benefit for a few minutes of browning on the grill. The barbecue sauce was meh...it did the job but not memorable I would return... read more

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The best tri-tip sandwich love the beans and macaroni n cheese. The customer service it amazing.

Was in the area to purchase a vehicle from Sacramento. Went here for a late lunch and we ordered the tri-tip sandwich and the BBQ chicken sandwich. Both were great! The tri tip was amazing and so moist and my dad loved the chicken sandwich. Defiantly a place to try if your looking for some BBQ in Modesto!. Dan i believe was our waiter who was super friendly and great service read more

Stopped by while I was in town on a business trip Wanted to test the Cali bbq scene wasn't let down one bit great food and great service The dubb burger was a top of the line burger And that's coming from a born a breed Texan Would love to come back next time I'm in town read more

We ordered three burgers because we kept hearing about how great they were and were very underwhelmed on top of the fact that the portions were small. One of the burgers was made completely wrong so I had to go back to have it remade I called on the phone still had to wait 15 minutes after I got there when it was their mistake and they were rude about it. It was as if I imposed upon them for them having to do it right. while everybody else's food got cold they didn't even offer to remake my fries that went along with my burger so that I could eat them at the same time and then both be fresh. Could've just save myself time and money by going to McDonald's would've been half the price and pretty comparable on the scale of quality. read more

After hearing great reviews in person and on Yelp, my wife & I decided to try Dan's tonight. I first tried calling but after several times "circuit busy" from my house phone, I drove over and placed the order. Just as I imagined they were packed, so calling ahead would have been perfect. So I ended up waiting for about 25 minutes for my order Togo. We ordered the 3 way combo (pulled pork, Tri-too & linguisa), 1/2 slab of ribs, home style beans, steak fries & cole slaw. It came with toast, pickles & onion slices. I gave the 2 stars for the fries, cole slaw & toast. Everything else was so-so. Tri-tip had no flavor, barely can taste smoke. Pulled pork, was ok, linguisa was burnt and although the ribs were tender and had a taste of smoke they were not bad. You definitely have to ask for extra BBQ sauce, they hardly put any on, so unfortunately I can not review the sauce. Home style beans, no flavor, needed salt maybe some brown sugar something. read more

Stopped here for some Memorial Day barbq and was not disappointed!!! The ribs were tender and fell off the bone. Also had the pulled pork, brisket, linguisa, which were all good. What I appreciate the MOST was that the sides were all great too: garlic toast, onion rings, mac&cheese, garlic fries and cole slaw. A delicious meal for all - and don't forget the lemonade! read more

Absolutely love this place the Mac & cheese is delicious and so is the pulled pork sandwich with a side of garlic fries! this is hands down my favorite place to get bbq! read more

#1 Food: Tasted great! Every bite was delicious. #2 Service: This small restaurant has friendly people. It's family owned. #3 Wait time: My fiancé and I didn't wait too long to get our tender BBQ dinner. She had the pull pork combo and I had the Tri tip combo. #4 Price: A combo meal for a tritip sandwich, fries(or mashed potatoes) and a drink(with refills optional) at $9! It's a worth the price! #5 Cleanliness: It was moderately clean. The bathroom was well kept. I'm happy coming here. I intend to eat here again. read more

Dan's BBQ - Tritip BBQ sandwich with fries. It was delicious! - American Near Me - Modesto, California

Worth the visit. I got the DUBB and added jalepeños to it. Garlic fries. Heaven in my mouth. Next time I'll go for the BBQ menu. Or just get the DUBB again. read more

Dan's BBQ - Dubb w/ cheese and jalepenos and garlic fries half finished - American Near Me - Modesto, California

Excellent food, no wait and very friendly staff. I highly recommend this place as your go to BBQ location.

Today was our 21st Wedding Anniversary and we chose Dan's BBQ to celebrate. The service and food was above and beyond our expectations. Thank you Dan and Family for always taking care of us! read more

Good ass food. Can't hate on what they have to offer!!! Good service great food, can't ask for more. Go get you some...

BBQ chicken is delish. Fries are just spicy enough. Nice family owns the place and always tries to ensure everyone is happy and has everything they need. Small place but they made it cute and cozy. read more

A coworker and I stopped in for lunch. I ordered theDouble Trouble with cheese, she had the Porky Burger with cheese. Both had freaking fantastice flavor! French fries are amazing too. So good they don't need ketchup. I'm a sucker for a cheeseburger. And I will be craving this one. Would have given it 5 stars, but it was a bit smokey in the dining room, which made it a bit uncomfortable. read more

Dan's BBQ - Double Trouble with cheese - American Near Me - Modesto, California

For some of the BEST BBQ & Customer Service around, come see my good Friend at Dan's BBQ on rumble Rd in Modesto try the 3 meat sampler platter w/ 2 sides to get yourself convinced of "I'LL BE BACK" !! GOOD people GREAT food you can't go wrong by stoping by at Dan's BBQ for lunch , dinner or having your occasion catered !! ENJOY read more

Dan's BBQ - 3 meat sampler platter ,texas toast, 2 -sides Garlic fries & coleslaw.. Is how I roll out the door - American Near Me - Modesto, California

My husband and I drive from Oakdale to have this amazing BBQ done right! Great service, Great Food! My favorite is the O.M.G burger, and chili cheese fries, my hubby gets the D.U.B.B burger and onion rings, then there's the Ribs they are absolutely the best ribs we've ever tasted! If you want great a BBQ joint go to Dan's! Thanks Dan and family for making the best BBQ around! Many Thanks From Oakdale! read more

Very good BBQ. The pulled pork platter came with a good amount of pulled pork that was fairly lean (around 3 pieces of fat in the entire thing). The mac and cheese comes with some bacon bits on top and was well cooked and cheesy. Garlic bread was also delicious. Only thing is they don't give you ketchup with your fries unless you ask and even when i asked I only got 3 ketchup packets. Not nearly enough for an entire $4 portion of garlic fries. read more

The taste is great, the sandwiches are cooked to perfection and the sides are the perfect accompanying choice to go with your BBQ. I would recommend this place to anyone. read more

Dan's BBQ - Chicken sandwich with side of Mac and Cheese with bacon - American Near Me - Modesto, California

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