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Great vibes. I love the space of the place, it feels like you're in your friend's backyard. The meats themselves had good flavor but they were surprisingly a bit tough. The pork belly had a nice crunch and sear to it, but the sauce felt a little overpowering at times. The salmon dip had barely any actual salmon flavor, and I tasted more of the cream flavor which was a bit disappointing. The potato salad was warm, which initially threw me off, but it's okay. I wish they had a better selection of side sauces though.
Came by Harper Barbecue because yard house at triangle square is now closed. We were hungry and looked for nearby places to eat and came across this place. It was a bit pricey but only worth it when the food is actually tasty. Hubby noticed and quickly told me they have no bbq sauce which the meats desperately need. Our platter included three small sides we got two baked beans and one chili which was pretty yummy. Service was ok.
The food was overall okay, but the woman cashier at the front was not the friendliest. We had never been there before so we're going to have questions, which she seemed bothered by. We ordered the platter for 4 people that had a variety of meats with sides. The chicken and ribs were on the dry side, but the pulled pork and sausage were full of flavor. The corn bread was soft and sweet with bits of jalapeño in it. We also were big fans of the chili, which we normally don't order at other restaurants. We loved the outside seating, especially in this warm weather right now.
There's something almost seductive about the smell of barbecue smoke in the air, especially when it's real wood smoke. As we approached Harper's, the first thing that caught us was the unmistakable aroma of pecan and hickory burning. You could smell the smoke before you even walked through the gate, and honestly, it was impossible not to follow it. We had been looking for barbecue after we couldn't get into the Orange County Fair, and thankfully, Harper's was close by. We pulled up, saw the wood stacked outside, smelled that incredible smoke, and immediately thought, "Okay, we may have just found something good." We finally found street parking and walked in, expecting the place to be packed because it looked incredibly busy. It was busy, but surprisingly, it didn't feel crowded or chaotic. The property itself is beautiful--landscaped, open, and thoughtfully designed. There are two patios in the front, an enclosed room with a bar, and then an outdoor backyard-style area with additional seating. But the real showstopper is the smokehouse. As soon as you walk through the gate, you can see this massive smoke room and the working barbecue pits right there in full view. You can see the smoke, the wood, the pits, and the barbecue being cooked right in front of you. It immediately sets the tone for what you're about to eat. Ordering is simple and casual. You walk up, choose your meats and sides, and they plate everything right in front of you. The meats are priced by the pound. And then came the beef rib. I have to say this because I genuinely cannot stop thinking about it: that beef rib was phenomenal. This was actually the first beef rib I've ever ordered. I've had a friend order beef ribs at another barbecue restaurant before, and I remember thinking they were somewhat chewy. So I honestly wasn't sure what to expect. Harper's completely changed my mind. The bark was incredible--deeply smoked, beautifully seasoned, and packed with flavor. And the tenderness was unbelievable. It was like eating pot roast on a stick. The meat was so tender and flavorful, and the combination of that bark, the smoke, the seasoning, and the texture was an absolute dopamine hit with the first bite. I cannot stress enough how good this beef rib was. The St. Louis pork ribs were equally delicious--smoky, flavorful, tender, and exactly what you want from good barbecue. We also tried the cornbread muffin, Brussels sprouts, and vinegar-based coleslaw. Everything was delicious. The only thing I would personally change would be cooking the Brussels sprouts a little longer. I prefer mine more tender, but that's completely a matter of personal preference. I'm currently doing carnivore and avoiding sugar, so I had to resist the pulled pork, even though I love pulled pork. I noticed they use Cali Gold barbecue sauce with it, so when I'm off this diet, that is absolutely going on my list. They also had smoked turkey and brisket, which I somehow talked myself out of ordering. I already regret that decision. And now I'm wondering whether they do smoked turkeys for Thanksgiving, because I would absolutely show up at my mother-in-law's house with a Harper's smoked turkey. The service was excellent. We were greeted immediately with warmth and kindness, and everyone was welcoming. And I have to mention the atmosphere because I was genuinely impressed by the space. This isn't just a place to grab barbecue and leave. It's a beautiful, comfortable space with multiple seating areas that would be fantastic for an anniversary, birthday, private gathering, or even a small wedding. Harper's feels like one of those places you're lucky to stumble upon. If you love barbecue, you need to experience this place for yourself. From the moment that pecan and hickory smoke finds you outside, all the way to that first bite of perfectly smoked beef rib, Harper's delivers. And that beef rib? Absolutely unforgettable. Run, don't walk, to Harper's.
Tried for the first time today. Haven't been to too many BBQ places, but this one we got to choose how much of each smoked meats we'd like, which is awesome. Other places I've been to usually have set orders where you either get a platter of too much of the things you don't want or the à la carte has a higher minimum requirement like 1/2 pound per meat type. We wanted to try a few bites of 5 meats (beef cheek, tri tip, picanha, pulled pork, and house sausage link). All were good with standouts being the tri tip and picanha. We also got the Bavarian pretzel, beans and Farro salad. Very satisfying meal of just the right amount of food to be full but not sick. Service was chill too. Def recommend!
Went here for the first time on a Friday night around 6:15 and walked up to the ordering line. The person helping us was really good with estimating portion size and cut the right portions of tri tip, top blade and pulled pork for us. We also got the potato salad and beans side. They have ample seating areas and a full bar. Don't skip out on the additional food items they have by the bar!
Great selection of meats, sides, and beverages. Very nice modern interior with a hint of industrial but with warm wood tones. Beautiful landscaping in the front. Shhh...this is a hidden neighborhood gem.
This place is like a hidden gem. Parking is available on the street or in a small lot. Plenty of seating both in and outdoors when I arrived on a weekday. Service was great and staff were very friendly. The food is good but the sides are amazing! Specifically the mac n cheese and the corn bread. Wasn't a fan of the Brussels sprouts but everything else was great. Overall a clean restaurant with good vibes.
Went to Harper Barbecue for the first time on a Saturday evening with friends. Is there anything quite as wonderful as dining with fellow foodies who are open to ordering a little bit of everything and sharing?!! I was in HEAVEN! The most memorable items for me were the beef cheek and the chili, but everything was truly outstanding. Attentive service, and a more elevated and polished vibe than you'll find in most BBQ joints, all while being super comfortable, cute, and enjoyable! Can't wait to return. :)
I got the ribs, Picanha and chicken from the staff recommendations. Honestly, the chicken was very dry and bland. I thought it would help to drown it in sauce, but their sauces were weak. The Picanha was the best and ribs were just okay. They really need to work on their barbecue sauces. Their sides are really expensive but the jalapeño cheesy honey butter corn bread was tasty!
My girlfriend and I decided to come visit since they had a special going on for turning 1 year old for $1 ribs and all day happy hour! Parking is pretty bad around the area but there is a small lot that I got princess parking for so that was awesome. Mostly street parking. Line was pretty long getting there at 6pm but I feel like it moved pretty fast! I would recommend if you're with someone else they go find a seat while you order. Food: - TRI TIP WAS THE BEST - WAGYU melt in your mouth you HAVE to try this. 10/10 - Ribs - I loved the bark on them. However, maybe it was not as tender and some seemed a little dry but some were tender. 3/5 - Beef Cheek - 1/5 - I wanted to like it but it just felt like it had a weird aftertaste. It was VERY tender though. - Pork Belly Burnt Ends - These were delicious and super tender. Make sure to eat it while it's hot! 5/5 - Pickles - I loved the pickles they gave us. Some sweet and some sour. Good balance with the fatty meats. - Cole Slaw seemed a bit bland. 3/5 - Maitake Mushroom - We loved this and would definitely order again! 5/5 - Sauces were great too! We wanted to try the Picanha but maybe that will be for next time! I overheard the beans being very good as well. Pro tip if you are by yourself and want to skip the line you can head straight to the bar. You can watch the game and enjoy some great meats while being in a family environment.
This place is such a small hidden gem and if you ain't local you won't hear about it. Very cute and roomy place the bbq is a bit different, but it's amazing. The service is self checkout but they will bring it the made to order foods. The menu is simple but yet effective. Got the family platter that feeds 4-6 people, pork belly burnt ends, and Mac and cheese. The family platter consist of beef cheek, brisket, ribs. smoke chicken, pulled pork, sausages, 6 sides, cornbread and rolls. Each meat tasted delicious and the beef cheek stole the show for me. Super tender and it just falls apart and has so much flavor. Not a fan of the chicken, it was a bit dry. All the meats were perfect. 5/5. The side were various but I think the beans were the best. 4.3/5. The corn bread, forget about it.s the best corn bread I tasted. You gotta try it. 5/5. The pork belly burnt ends were amazing. That was the first time I ever had pork belly burnt ends and I would get it again. 5/5. The Mac and cheese, sorry I was not impressed. I wish I would have got the spuds fried in beef tallow. The Mac and cheese had hardly any flavor and was super liquid. 1/5. Overall this place is a must try.
This place has such a very welcoming and modern look to the restaurant. Plenty of tables inside, there is an outdoor and indoor section. First come first serve on tables. Everything is pretty much self serve. Came here Friday evening, their parking parking lot is small, so you will have to be prepared for street parking. You order first then grab any available table. The staff is very nice and the food was worth the long wait. My family and I waited about 25 minutes to order so it wasn't too bad and the crowd kept coming. We ordered the platter that feeds 4-6 people which came with chicken, pulled pork, sausages, brisket, beef cheek, and the six sides. Since it was our first time and we didn't really know what to order. For extras we ended up getting the Mac and Cheese, along with the Pork Belly Burnt Ends. Honestly, the flavoring was pretty good and moist. I wasn't a fan of the chicken though it was dry to me. The cornbread was pretty delicious, Pork Belly burnt ends with the sauce it had tons of flavor, and the brisket were our favorite dishes. I think for next time I rather just order certain meats individually to try out instead of the platter. I would definitely come back again.
Reviews are largely positive. Many praise the flavorful barbecue meats, friendly and helpful staff, and welcoming atmosphere.
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Harper Barbecue is Costa Mesa's newest BBQ offering and this casual restaurant has quite a bit of indoor seating as well as patio seating. One orders at the front and my group selected several items to share. We ordered about 1/2 lb. of several meats each. Beef Cheeks ($36 a lb.) - This was the best thing I ate here. The beef cheeks were falling apart and so flavorful and smoky. Tri Tip ($36 a lb) - This was probably the biggest let down of any of the meats here. It didn't have much in the way of BBQ flavor and was a little tough and chewy. Picanha ($36 a lb) - While the picanha was tender, juicy, it didn't have much in the way of BBQ flavor. Jidori half chicken ($9) - This was one of my favorite meats here. It was super tender and had great BBQ flavor. Potato salad ($6 - small) - This consisted of potatoes, mustard, brown butter and capers and had a strong tangy taste to it. It was definitely different then a traditional potato salad. Farro salad ($6 - small) - This consisted of farro (similar to quinoa), chopped pistachio nuts, dates, and Moroccan spices. All of this provided for an extremely unique and well executed side. Overall I found the sides to be unique here compared to other BBQ spots. Pricing is on the higher side here. The beef cheeks were impressive and I really liked the chicken. However, the tri-tip and picanha were just mediocre. read more
I did it. I finally made it to Harper BBQ! Oh. My. God. I am sitting here LIVE writing this review in pure bliss. I am not sure what to say... the way to order you just pick your meats like a candy store... really I am at a loss for words! The VIBES HERE I mean the building and outdoor space is perfect. You want water, there's a station, sauces STATION, TO GO BOXES STATION!! We have been approached 5 times while I'm typing asking how we're doing. DO YOURSELF A FAVOR AND COME HERE!! read more
Amazing new BBQ spot that I'll *definitely* be returning to. Came in on Sunday at around noon and my party beat the crowd. As we were eating, we saw that the line was out the door but moved quick due to the super efficient layout and Chipotle-style ordering line. We ordered a 4-6 person platter, which came with ribs, brisket, chicken, sausage, cornbread, rolls, and 6 sides -- we decided on 2 potato salad, brussels sprout caesar salad, slaw, chili, and beans. Starting with a recap of the meats, every cut was tender. The ribs, quite literally, fell off the bone as I prodded at it with my fork. Brisket was moist. Brisket isn't my favorite choice when getting BBQ, generally speaking, so this was solid but not my favorite. Chicken was also tender and well seasoned, even for being breast meat. The sausage was one of our favorites -- flavorful with a great snap on the casing. Sides were also good compliments to the dish. Potato salad was heavy on the dill flavor, which I enjoyed but some others weren't as keen on. Cornbread was moist with whole kernels of corn sprinkled throughout. Because my family are rather robust eaters, to say the least, we ordered 2 more cuts of meat on the side (lol) -- the picanha and the burnt ends. The picanha was stellar. It had a nice bark with lots of whole peppercorns and seasonings. Super tender and delicious. The burnt ends were on another level. This was the unaninous favorite. Usually, I'm wary about burnt ends at BBQ. They can be try and bland sometimes, but the burnt ends here were melt in your mouth, tender, and sweet and savory with a hint of crunch from the scallion garnish on top. Actually unreal. Sauces are also all great, though the meat was delicious on its own and could've been fine without a sauce accompaniment. Not cheap but I think the quality makes up for it. read more
1 year ago
Wow what a phenominal find for BBQ. My boyfriend found this place through instagram and it was such a fantastic, newly opened and one-of-a-kind restaurant. All bbq is served by the half pound and you're able to order a quarter pound too. I went here about 4 times before writing this review. Its very good, but can make your pockets hurt pretty quick lol. The best things that I think everyone should try once would be: 1. Smoked picahna pastrami - closest thing to brisket in my opinion 2. Tri-tip 3. Banana cream pie - aka banana pudding (better than Lazy Dogs!) 4. Root beer float You can add rolls to you order which is not advertised on the menu. They're like Hawaiian rolls. Tons of seating options indoor and outdoor, front and back. Fair warning the parking lot is small so be prepard to park against the sidewalk in the surrounding neighborhood. read more
First time here. What a cute place hidden back off Newport Blvd in Costa Mesa. Great ambiance and adorable BBQ is not my thing, but my husband was curious to try. After looking at Yelp, I knew we had to try the beef cheek. It was very tender, but extremely salty. The flavor reminded me of beef jerky. We tried the tri tip and pork ribs, which was the best out of the three choices. You pay by the pound, so it can get expensive. We had the Brussel sprout salad, the chili and the wild rice. Nothing to write home about IMO, but the corn bread was over the top delicious, but that's about it (?) So, we were out the door over $70, for the two of us..but easily could have eaten more. read more
If you're looking for a great BBQ spot, look no further. Harper BBQ has some amazing meats and the quality is very high. I got their cheek, pork ribs, pork steak, chicken, sausage and a ton of their sides. The ones that really shined were the burnt ends, pork steak and the pork ribs for me. It was juicy and moist with great flavor. Their sauces are also very good. Try all of them! read more
We were the guest of my son-in-law at this very unique barbecue restaurant. The choices of barbecue meat was very incredible, but we settle on Lamb. Chicken, pork spareribs, tri-tip, pork belly and Jalapeño pork sausage . Everything was delicious. The sides of barbecue asparagus , potato salad wild rice was a great complement to the meat platter. read more
5 months ago
This place was bomb. I went today. I expected no parking and a terrible line, but was pleasantly surprised with a spot in their parking lot and a line that moved quickly. I had tri-tip, the brussel cesar salad, Mac and cheese and we also asked for rolls. Oh and pickles. The pickles were bomb. When ordering, I asked if the beans were spicy and they gave me a little sample- and ya they were a little too spicy for me. The rolls weren't on the menu, but we asked for them and they were great. They are dog friendly!! My only real complaint was the lack of shade on the patio. There are umbrellas but the way they are placed, they provide minimal shade. I cant wait to go back. read more
What a cozy and tasty spot! They have outdoor and informal seating. The food, amazing. Definitely try the ribs and sausage! We also got their mac and cheese, so good. I would skip the potato salad, a little bland. But overall, great spot for some bbq. Will definitely be returning. read more
11 months ago
Our first visit... Excellent service ... employees are well-trained, friendly, good experience with the "we serve you cafeteria-style" format. Ambiance...very well thought out facilities...high quality furnishings...great table layout...lots of space inside and out. Food Quality...we had the ribs and prime blade meat. Both were well smoked and excellent. The various sauces provided are excellent. The blade meat was remarkably tasteless...hard to believe looking at it. I can only believe that it was produced to eat with sauces to give it flavor. The meat looked excellent - perfectly done. Sides...we had the slaw and the beans...both were tasteless and unremarkable. This is a place that dances to its own drummer - well funded - they open and close when they want. Closed for Christmas eve and Christmas because "we're closed Monday through Wednesday. When you ask them for a roast cooked to take out they look at your like "you want what? well yeah I guess we can do that...you want to set a time in the future to pick it up, not today?" read more
I really wanted to love this restaurant, but unfortunately it fell short. We decided to go in on Easter for lunch. The restaurants atmosphere is open and airy, and when you walk up you smell the smoked bbq! The staff were friendly and welcoming, and gave us lots of suggestions. Now to the food! I'll rate each thing individually but one common thing with all the meat.....they were all cold. Pastrami: 7/10 The flavor was good, but needed To be sliced a little bit more thin; what we received was slightly chewy. Tri Tip: 8/10 cooked well and the flavor was good; Chicken: 9/10 probably the best thing we had. Cooked well, and you get the bbq smoke taste; Macaroni and cheese: 5/10 it was lacking salt and the cheese felt runny. Potato Salad: 8/10 not your typical salad, has a modern twist my husband really liked it: Coleslaw: 7/10 felt like there was a lot of vinegar You help yourself with the bbq sauces, the Cali gold was probably the best, wish they served a spicy bbq sauce. If you have food allergies, I did email them and they did tell me that they can't accommodate due to the risk of cross contamination. They did just open up, and I am willing to try it again! I hope they read the reviews and fix the little things. read more
-Harper bbq- officially opened on 3.27.25! we stopped in to try all the things & anticipated a wait. We were there around 3:30 on 3.28 & waited about 15 minutes or so to place an order. It was their second day being open, so we showed up knowing that we might not be able to try all the items on our list. When we got there they were out of a few of their meat selections & sadly their kitchen was closed from 3-5. We ordered Tri-tip, Jidori Chicken, Harper Slaw, Brussels sprouts Caesar, Pit Beans & the Jalapeño Cheddar Bratwurst as well as a few rolls. Both the chicken & Tri tip were full of flavor & the cheddar bratwurst was cheesy with a hint of jalapeño. My favorite side was the Brussels sprouts Caesar. I'm not a big fan of slaw & I did try it and felt like it was just okay. Loved the pit beans & the Calibama sauce that they coated then chicken in was amazing! The rolls were plain, kind of stale, totally something I'd skip next time we go. The interior has seating & a bar section with tvs. There is outdoor seating on both sides of the restaurant with a good amount of booths. There are two individual restrooms & an outdoor sink if you just needed to wash your hands! We are so glad we a had an opportunity to try some items on their menu as I anticipate the wait/lines for this spot will be insane on the weekends! When we come back we want to try their sandwiches & their Mac & cheese as well as a few of their desserts! Sad we weren't able to this visit, but totally understandable since they do need a few kinks to work out! read more
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Went with a group of 5, 4 showed up. Dinner on the 2nd night that Harper barbecue was open. Was looking forward to trying the pastrami but unfortunately they were sold out so maybe next time. Girlfriend and I ordered a pound of baby back ribs each along with a pound of tritip and small side of beans to share. Another member ordered the bacon and Jalapeño mac and cheese and shared with the table. Everyone enjoyed the food. Long line was to be expected on opening weekend,it moved steadily and the patrons all seemed to not mind. Order at the counter and your mains and sides are prepared in front of you. There's a bar inside the dining room and I think that is where you order sandwiches along with adult beverages. Everyone was friendly and in good spirits. Several communal tables with more than one group sharing the space. I'd love to return and try the pastrami read more
6 months ago
Officially one of my favorite BBQ places, absolutely delicious! Pork belly burnt crumbs, brisket, sandwiches and the Mac and cheese and Cole slaw were bomb, so fresh and didn't feel oily or greasy. Brisket was very juicy and tender. Service was fantastic and the restaurant itself has indoor and outdoor dining with parking to the side. Really nice area and great bbq food. read more
10 months ago
I've been going to Austin Texas for seven years, so my standards for barbecue are quite high. every time a friend of mine tells me that a place in California has a good barbecue, I try it and I'm utterly disappointed. I've had this happen probably 10 times in the last few years. Harper is actually good. It is the best that I've had in California my entire life. I highly recommend it. One of the first times I went I got the tri-tip, they are usually out by 8 PM or so, but if you get there early, it is worth trying as well. read more
6 months ago
Amazing! The food, the staff, the environment, it is all so amazing. I like to bring my friends here for a change of pace and they are always wildly pleased. Brought my friend for her bday and the staff were so kind and gave us an amazing key lime tart. I love their Rueben sandwich! But I love all of their food tbh. This will be a staple for me. read more
8 months ago
Love the Tri tip and pork steak. Beef cheek is good but won't be ordering again, just our taste. We came at 11:05 to beat the crowd. Great place. People behind the counter were friendly and helpful. Food was great. We went for lunch take out again the next day for pork belly burnt end and Cubano sandwich. Both excellent. Will surely put this one on our rotation! read more
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The service and the vibes were great. Easy to park on a hot Saturday, the cubano and the pork belly were great! It's a little on the pricey side but it's because it's quality bbq and it's darn good! It's worth it. Definitely coming back to try some other dishes, this might be my new go to! Also the shirts were rad, I'll get one next time to support. read more
9 months ago
Amazing! We had the V-Day platter and will have leftovers for a few meals. Loved the smoked meat and all sides were to die for. Great selection of wine and beer and the outdoor patio is super cute. read more
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1 year ago
My wife and I are big barbecue people so we made it a mission to hit Harpers Barbecue while out on a double date with some good friends. It was a solid move. We didn't hold back either. We ordered pretty much everything on the menu. We got brisket or tri tip, chicken, pork ribs, sausage, and loaded up on sides with pinto beans, coleslaw, cornbread, salad, and some extra pickles just to top things off. Total feast. The brisket or tri tip was alright, a bit dry and not as juicy as I was hoping for. Not bad by any means, just didn't steal the show. That spotlight definitely went to the ribs and sausage. The ribs were out of this world. Perfectly smoked, juicy, and literally fell right off the bone. The sausage was another favorite, super flavorful with that good snap when you bite into it. Chicken was juicy and had that slow cooked taste that's hard to beat. Now let's talk sides and sauce. The pinto beans were straight fire. Had that smoky flavor and were even better when you dipped the bread in them. Cornbread was nice and moist with a good sweet corn taste. Coleslaw was decent, not really my thing but still gave it a try. Salad was refreshing and balanced out all the heavy meats. But the real MVP was that California Gold sauce. That stuff is a must. Poured it over the brisket and ribs and it instantly elevated the whole thing. Sweet, tangy, and packed with flavor. It brought everything together. Great food, great company, and the kind of spot that makes you want to come back and try even more. Perfect for a casual date or group hangout when you just want to grub and enjoy life! read more
3 months ago
My family cooks barbecue and so I take this very seriously! Haha! I was very impressed with the flavor and texture of the meat. The sauces were good too! The sides were a bit different than your traditional but they had great flavor and a great twist! I would pass on the brussel caesar salad/ slaw option, it was kind of dry and didn't have the best texture. I loved the potato salad and beans tho, definitely would get those again! I plan to come back to try the dessert, but I would come back and would recommend to anyone if they're looking for good bbq! read more
I was immediately greeted by an employee while in line and she told me about their specialties. I tried the smoked beef cheek, pork ribs, and sampled a bite of pichana. The homemade rolls are complimentary and delicious like your grandma would make. the beans were standard . The meats melted in your mouth. I can't wait to go back and try some other other dishes but regardless, I will always get at least the beef cheeks or ribs. They were incredible. This is the best barbecue I've had in SoCal. Too bad I live 80 minutes away. read more
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Such a cutie lil barbecue spot in Costa Mesa! Feels like you're eating at someone's house. It's an order and sit down situation but the team graciously was taking drink orders while we were waiting in line. We ordered the beef cheek, tri tip, and top sirloin along with a bunch of sides! Usually restaurant mac and cheese and whatever to me but Harper makes theirs to order so it's delicious. Can't wait to come back here all summer, such a vibey spot! read more
Harper Barbecue offers mouth-watering, savory and delicious BBQ. The ribs were the best I've ever had in Orange County. The staff were super nice and helpful in explaining what their menu offers. I love the vibe of this place, bright , opened and airy with both indoor and outdoor seatings. Come early as there are limited parking space or else you will have to park in the street and walk to it. Highly recommended! read more
1 year ago
Wow Wow Wow Amazing rub on the pork ribs!!! Tender perfectly cooked tri tip Smoked chicken - nice !! Meat carver got some good knife skills. Sausage is tasty Coleslaw tangy I could eat the chili all day!! Next time bring some read more
11 months ago
Family style... relax pick from your favorite bbq meats... Mac and cheese to my favorite Brussel sprout slaw. Cafeteria style or sit at the bar w sandwich and salad option. Open space open table. Come and relax. read more
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125 Cabrillo St
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How does it compare to heritage in San Juan?
Harper is much better. Heritage is overpriced and overrated. .My favorite BBQ however is Hickory and Spice.
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