I was craving some BBQ, so I decided to give this place a try, and I'm glad I did!…read more The service was great. Everyone was friendly, and they got me taken care of without any hassle. When you've had a busy day, that kind of service goes a long way. The food was really good. The brisket was juicy and tender, and the tri-tip was cooked just right. Dip that tri-tip in their BBQ sauce and you're good to go. The mac and cheese was creamy and hit the spot, and the baked beans were probably my favorite. They had a little sweetness to them and some bits of meat mixed in that made them even better. The Texas toast was soft and buttery, and the fried pickles were a great starter. Honestly, those barely made it home. The family was happy when I showed up with dinner, so I'd say that's a win. If you're in the Los Banos area and want some good, filling BBQ without making a big production out of it, give this place a try. I'll definitely be back.

Looking for a Grub, I found this place. It's located in what I believe is the downtown of Los…read moreBanos. It was easy to find. Location clean & staff friendly. The food was great. I got a combo Tri Tip & ribs with potato salad. Yummy!

We stopped by Hot City BBQ our way to Yosemite and are so thrilled that we did. Arriving shortly…read moreafter they opened, we quickly saw the dining room fill up - and after our first bites, it's not hard to see why their food is outstanding. My Roadhouse Salad was enormous and topped with generous, perfectly cooked slices of tri-tip, which balanced beautifully with the tart apples, blue cheese, and apple vinaigrette. My husband thoroughly enjoyed his pulled pork sandwich as well. The restaurant itself is also so clean & well decorated. We will definitely be return customers!

We were regulars at Hot City when Steve and Joy owned the place back in the day; and there was…read moresomething about their food that went far beyond simply being good BBQ. You could taste the time, care, and meaning that went into it. Steve had a way of treating that smoker like it was sacred. You'd see him hovering over those meats, his signature glass of wine in hand, watching over them like a father watching over his kids. He wasn't just cooking meat. He was tending to it, making sure it was right. And you could taste that care when it hit your plate. When Steve and Joy sold the business, we were crushed. We definitely throttled back and eventually found ourselves traveling out to the Bay Area when we really wanted BBQ. We've given Hot City a few chances under the new ownership, hoping we'd find some of that old magic. Unfortunately, we haven't. The food just doesn't have the soul it once had. The meats have been inconsistent in both flavor and texture, and the sides have left us equally unimpressed. Our most recent visit really confirmed it. The food looked good, but the flavor was flat. The tri-tip lacked the seasoning and depth we remembered, and the sides were dry and bland. We ended up reaching for the salt and pepper just to bring life to the plate. And that's the real problem. BBQ isn't just meat thrown on a smoker. Good BBQ has personality. It has patience, pride, seasoning, smoke, and somebody behind it who genuinely cares about what they're putting in front of people. That's what Steve and Joy brought to Hot City. There was a heart behind the food. You felt it before you even took a bite. When they left, unfortunately, it feels like the soul of Hot City left with them. What remains is a shell of what Hot City used to be. I'm not writing this to be nostalgic for the sake of nostalgia. I'm saying it because we were regulars, we remember what this place was, and we've given the new version more than one chance. It's just not good BBQ. I really hope someone finds a way to bring that soul back. Because Hot City used to mean something to us. It wasn't just a place to grab some good BBQ. With Joy and Steve, you were family!

they were so happy and kind! great service and kept a smile on our face. very genuine people and…read moreamazing food! They went out of their way to welcome us. Great stop on a roadtrip!

Savannah was our server and she was excellent! The food was really good and we enjoyed the vibe!…read moreWindow molding could use a good clean, but other than that nothing to complain about here! I recommend this place for good food, service and vibe.

without a doubt the worst tasting water ive ever drank. tastes like there's lead in the pipes. (the…read moreworst tap water you've ever had!) pea soup is solid, 7/10.

Pea Soup Andersen's is a special place. It saddens me that their other location has closed down. I…read morehope that this location is getting the necessary amount of business, because it is a perfect stop on long drive. They have a fantastic, large menu with lots of comfort food, including of course their famous pea soup. Meat loaf, turkey dinner, sandwiches, grilled shrimp - you name it! The service is solid. There are multiple dining rooms and a bar. The ambience is sort Danish-influenced Americana mixed with classic roadside souvenir shop vibes (and a dash of theme park magic). Outside there is a big windmill, which is fun to see as you approach. A simply charming place; highly recommended for families or people traveling through town.

Updated review. After 3 years and many more food trucks…read more This is still one of my favorites. Read my last review, it's all the same. They made me a chorizo egg and whole bean burrito. It was delicious. Such nice people. Super clean truck and space. Last words... when I'm close enough.

One of the best quesabirria tacos I've had! The tacos were packed with flavor, the consommé was…read moredelicious, and everything tasted fresh. The customer service was excellent--the ladies were very sweet and welcoming. My only suggestion would be to add a few more tables and improve the lighting in the seating area, as it can be a little dark. Other than that, I highly recommend this spot and will definitely be back!

Had another wonderful lunch here today. Had to get the Fifty-Fifty again Tri-Tip and Pork…read moreBelly---Excellent! Service and ambiance is great!

Pretty good lunch/dinner spot. I ordered the Wagon Wheel with Sweet Potato Fries, it also comes…read morewith a side of fruit of the day which were apricots. The sandwich was good, the meat was tender and the side of sweet BBQ was the perfect match. Sweet potato fries were standard and the apricots were sweet. The ambiance is great, outdoor seating with lots of shade & umbrellas. Looks like they have live bands on weekends. The only thing that was annoying was that there were a lot of flies since it's all outdoors. The service was great, friendly & quick. Definitely family & dog-friendly. Looking forward to go back again!

Good pizza, good service, clean restrooms, clean seating and tables, gobs of televisions, games,…read moreair conditioning. Watch out, there were ants on the fountain drink dispenser, but I didn't let that bother me--especially since they quickly gave me some clean root beer from the refrigerated 2-liter bottles they have on hand.

If they run the food truck in Los Banos, we ordered 3 slices and they were all raw. They cook their…read moreslices in 3 minutes.....Threw them in my oven twice and the dough still smelled uncooked / felt super gooey and that was after basically burning them. Waste of $14 per slice

Why does this Tri-Tip have to be so ridiculously tender and juicy?!…read more Seriously... why even bother giving me a steak knife? This Tri-Tip was so tender I could've sliced it with an old butter knife from Grandma's kitchen drawer and never missed a beat. And the flavor? Absolutely unreal. I swear that cow was out in the pasture happily munching on fresh grass about two seconds before it made its way to my plate. Every bite tasted so fresh, juicy, and packed with flavor that it almost seemed unfair to every other Tri-Tip I've ever eaten. This wasn't just dinner--it was a full-blown meat experience. Tender, juicy, flavorful, and cooked so perfectly that it should probably come with a warning label: "Caution: May permanently ruin all future Tri-Tip for comparison purposes." 10/10. I'd gladly skip a salad, ignore my diet, and make questionable life decisions all over again for another plate of this masterpiece.

I was really looking forward to trying Big Vic's BBQ because I've heard a lot of positive things…read more Unfortunately, my experience didn't quite meet my expectations. I ordered the pork belly sandwich, but it wasn't what I expected based on the menu. Instead of the tender, sliced pork belly I was anticipating, it came with three large chunks of meat covered in barbecue sauce. It honestly didn't resemble what I would typically consider a pork belly sandwich, and I found myself a little confused by the presentation. The macaroni and cheese had good flavor, although it seemed a bit dry and firm, as if it had been sitting for a while. I understand that everyone has different styles of barbecue, and this may have simply been an off day. I'm sharing this feedback in the hope that it's helpful, because I know many people speak highly of Big Vic's. I truly hope this was just an exception, and I'd be willing to give them another try in the future.