It's hard to go wrong with their takeout when you always see 20-35 people ahead of you. I come here twice a year and on my way out of Hanford I stop here before getting on the Highway 5. MY GRADE: B plus to A minus. read more

The Harris BBQ express is a convenient stop during a road trip. Its across from the restaurant in the gas station but there are tables outside you could eat at. It's nice when ordering you can see the ingredients and add what you want. I got the southwest salad and I first I thought it wasn't a lot, but it was pretty filling with a good amount of chicken. I was able to add beans and I got cilantro lime dressing instead of caesar. My group can be particular but the person taking our order and checking out we're all very polite and accommodating. My only issue was there were flies flying around luckily didn't see any land on the food, but it was too close for comfort read more

Harris BBQ - Southwest Chicken salad - Barbeque Near Me - Coalinga, California

Where I usually turn left at the famed Harris Ranch to head into the County Store, this time I turned right and found myself face to face with Harris BBQ, the Harris Ranch convenience store beside the Shell station. Here, patrons can get drinks, snacks, and sandwiches with Harris Ranch's signature meats to go on their way up to the Bay Area or down to Los Angeles and beyond. I loved the timeless ranch motifs in this convenience store, shelves on shelves of local meats and spices, wood accents everywhere, the air conditioning on full blast to keep the heat out. At the far end, the staff were serving up sandwiches and sides to go, and I went over to see what there was. I got the Santa Maria Classic BBQ Tri-Tip, a Harris Ranch tri-tip slow smoked with almond wood, served with barbecue sauce, all on a French roll. Unlike hickory wood, which imparts a sweet, rich smokiness to the meats, almond wood imparts a mellow, nutty smokiness. It was a solid choice for this tri-tip sandwich I was about to eat and a nod to the almond tree as one of California's staple crops. The first bite was good. The bread was fresh, and the notes of smoked almond wood were very much present. I found the tri-tip meat to be quite dry rather than tender and juicy, and I was glad the sweet, spiced barbecue sauce helped the meat go down better. The meat rub was solid, spicing up the meat with savory notes of salt, rosemary, pepper, and herbs. Bite for bite, this was a decent casual meal at the Harris Ranch. Harris Ranch has a lot to offer for high-end and casual goers alike. The barbecue joint was the perfect place for me to grab something low-key with Harris Ranch's signature meats. I'll be back again to try their other meats. read more

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A great little pit stop on the drive up to the bay. The atmosphere was welcoming, though we were a bit disappointed that they had run out of horseradish by the time we arrived. Pro tip: order online about an hour in advance or be prepared for a longer line during peak times Highlights: * Brisket (9/10) - Exceptionally tender, juicy, and full of flavor. Easily the standout dish!! * Pork ribs (8/10) - Very well-seasoned with a rich, pork-forward flavor. They didn't even need sauce, though a few bites were slightly dry * Coleslaw (7/10) - Good flavor, but noticeably watery Could be improved: * Tri tip (5/10) - Unfortunately a bit dry and lacking in flavor * Burnt ends (2/10) - Overcooked to the point of being chewy and tough Overall, it's a worthwhile stop especially for the brisket and ribs read more

Harris BBQ - the spread - Barbeque Near Me - Coalinga, California

Awww I remember this day. It's right after the New Year Holiday 2026 and I wanted something I could sink my teeth into. Like some tasty beef. So Immediately after work, I made the short drive to check out their BBQ spot. This place is always busy, but since it was the holiday weekend, after 3:30pm, this place was so-so busy and so was the Tesla Charging Lot located directly West of the property. I mean if I had a Tesla, this would be the perfect place to stop for a charge and get some great food because beyond this is nothing between Hwy 198/Hwy 152. I was so hungry I ordered alot of food. The Santa Maria tri-tip beef sandwich with a side of macaroni and cheese. their red potato salad. a regular salad some vegetarian black beans with rice, cornbread and a cookie. This place serves Pepsi products for fountain drinks, but keep in mind the food spot is inside of a convenient store so you can get any type of drink you want. OMG did it hit the spot. Mix the beans and rice together inside of a tortilla with a little of thier pico de gallo and you got one heck of a mini burrito appetizer for work. Ambriance is so casual. It was extra windy today so hopefully you packed a jacket. I'll post a video of what it looks like when you enter. This place also has plenty of gas fuel pumps too,\ Please add me as a Yelp Friend and check out my other reviews. See you some more on Yelp 2026 read more

Came here to charge the car on the way to LA. We didn't want to stay long so we went to Harris BBQ instead of the Harris Ranch restaurant. Husband ordered brisket, beef tips, tri-tip, and pulled pork, it came with mac & cheese, house, slaw, cornbread rice pilaf, and mashed potatoes. The food was good however I wish they had indoor seating. Not sure how that would work out though. I'm sure they would get crowded really fast. They had outdoor seating, but there are also a ton of flies that are hovering and flying trying to also land on your food as you're eating. I was thinking they should install one of those little fans in the center of the table that people have at picnics. Hard to eat and enjoy your food when you have flies trying to get it. Food was delicious. Would come back again, but maybe as a grab and go. Inside also has a small market where you can buy drinks, chips, or candy. read more

Harris BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - Coalinga, California

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Every time we drive to south California. We have to stope to eat here. Best Tri tip salad ever, and best sandwiches. Service is very fast and the employees are very friendly. The ambience is welcoming. The depende on the time of the day sometimes it smells like cow's poop, but food is amazing read more

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First review of 2026! On our way back we decided to finally check out Harris ranch bbq. Wasn't sure how great it was going to be due to being connected with a shell station ... don't let that deter you! The brisket was by far one of the best I've had in the Bay Area. This is the closest I've gotten to some of these "competition" bbq meats. The brisket was falling apart while picking it up, juicy and very well seasoned. Mac n cheese.. bomb. Was it anything super special? No but it was still a solid Mac n chee. Tri tip was good but needed a little more salt/pepper. The hot bbq and original bbq sauce helped with that though. Overall, great! Will make this spot a regular place when we go to and back from Disneyland. read more

Harris BBQ - Brisket, Tri tip, Mac n cheese. - Barbeque Near Me - Coalinga, California

A clever and fast alternative to the full dine in Harris Ranch restaurant. Order the brisket and cheese-it's a must try. There are tons of soup, salad, and chicken options too! This bbq stand is located across the street from Harris Ranch and serves as a fully equipped gas station/convenience store. There is a covered patio with lots of seating too! Travel tip: mobile order or phone your order ahead to beat the lines! read more

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My friend introduced Harris Ranch to me as one of his favorite I-5 drive traditions, and it's definitely one I'll take up. The tri-tip sandwich was so good and I loved the sauce although the hot sauce was not very spicy. The meat was the perfect texture and the spices on the outside was so satisfying especially the almost whole peppercorns which also added a nice crunch. I wish the bread was a little nicer. It's basically like a hoagie bun. But otherwise it's perfection. The price is about what I'd expect for a meaty barbecue sandwich or high quality. read more

I always order ahead online and avoid the lines. I would put your pick up time 15 mins earlier as they typically run late. It's just that busy! Great BBq spot I def recommend stopping to break up your drive on the 5. There are 2 sets of restrooms on this side of Harris'. read more

Harris BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - Coalinga, California

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We stopped here on our way home from LA as we always do, we usually go inside to the restaurant but decided to try this BBQ spot instead. It is close to the Tesla charges and inside the shell station. I had the BBQ brisket and cheddar sandwich and the jalapeño cornbread. My sandwich was so good that I went back in to buy some of the brisket to take home. My cornbread was also good. The rest of my party had pulled pork sandwiches and they said those were good too. Service was quick and there wasn't too much of a line. It was cold out and the only seating is outdoors, the seating out in the back had heaters so that kept us pretty warm. I'll definitely stop again the next time we come this way. read more

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This place is always packed whenever we make a stop for the only reason of supercharging our Tesla vehicle. There are over 80 stalls available in two spots, one directly in front of the convenience store, and one that is just a two minute walk fully covered underneath solar roof panels. The actual restaurant is separate from the convenience store that includes the express barbecue restaurant. The restrooms attached to this building are always kept rather clean and conveniently located. There really are not many other food options unless you go over the freeway overpass. Today we opted for a quick bite to eat during the lunch hour. The crowd quickly grew from the time we arrived to the time we placed our order. Prices are not particularly cheap given it basically has a monopoly for anyone stopping by. With just a cheddar and brisket sandwich paired with a side of mashed potatoes and a side of pulled pork, it ran us nearly $30! The food isn't amazing, however, if you are in for a barbecue fix, it is fairly good. I didn't particularly enjoy my sides of mashed potatoes and pulled pork because it was a bit more peppery than I would have preferred. Everything is packed in a to-go bag, and you may choose to dine at one of the patio tables and chairs, which is tolerable in the non- summer months when the sun is not scorching hot. When I come back again, probably not. Unless I'm really in need of food in the moment. read more

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My thoughts on this bbq spot.... this is the 3rd time I've had this locations bbq. Tri tip sandwich and a side of brisket. Little to no flavor on the brisket. Greasy but no flavor. Tri tip Sammie: same. Not much smoke Not much flavor of a bbq. Just meat. The bread was the best part imo. 2/5 stars and $18 a sandwich is wild. read more

Sadly I have no pictures of the food but I was pleasantly surprised to pull off the highway to charge and find this place. I went with pulled pork, some briskets and even some tri-tip. This was just on the side to get some quick protein in. They were both honestly pretty great and so were the sauces they came with. Very nice little place to take a little break and relax on a road trip. Wild to see so many negative reviews but I guess this place isn't for people who think "black pepper is too spicy." I will say when I went it was totally dead so there was no wait at all for food. Next time I'm through I'll grab pictures of the food as well, but the bathrooms and the store are both very nice to go along with it. Give it a try, not sure what's up read more

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I wish I lived closer!! My first time stopping by on my way to LA. I have heard ALL about this place and have only heard great things! We arrived at a gas station looking place (I expected a restaurant so I was a little thrown off) . I ordered the tri tip sandwich, some mac and cheese, jalapeño corn bread, a side of brisket and a side of extra tri tip. Luckily they had some heated seats outside as it was freezing outside and there was no inside seating. The mac and cheese was so creamy delicious first off! Wow delicious! My tri tip sandwich was so tender and delicious which sided perfectly with some spicy bbq sauce!! The brisket was great and the corn bread was decent. I left feeling wayyyyy too full ! I definitely wish they had indoor seating but don't get me wrong I will happily stop by any chance I get and may even do a road trip just to eat here again! read more

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The pulled pork was so spicy we could barely finish eating it and nowhere did it say it was spicy Service was fast and outdoor seating was ok read more

Very Upset. I waited 55 minutes for my two sandwiches today!!!!! And wrong order with missing items!!! So, I've always wanted to try Harris BBQ (in addition to their restaurants which I've tried many times), as I wanted NOT to take a long lunch today. However, I ended up spending longer wait time, wrong order (missing items). I didn't know that Harris BBQ gets so busy. So, I arrived at ~12:30 and there was a long line... anyway, I knew that we can order online and placed my online order at 12:53 (see receipt), promised a 30-minutes wait time... okay, there ARE a lot of people... so I thought it reasonable to wait 30-minutes and pickup at 1:23 even though it's too long for my taste..... anyway, I waited... waited... and 1:23 came and gone. I tried to ask the pickup person but the lady was just too busy to give me any attention. Instead of listening to me on what I had to say - she just simply assumed that I'm trying to rush her for my order and just kind of brushed me off. Finally, the big crowd appeared to have slowed and it is now 1:42. I finally got a chance to show her the receipt and the now 20-mins past due pick up time and she quickly said ... ok, 5 minutes. So by 1:48, I FINALLY got my order. They clearly just forgot my order. Now having been at Harris BBQ for nearly 1.5 hours of what I thought would be a quick grab n go sandwich run, we quickly grabbed the bag and rushed to the car to get back in the road. Until ... 5 mins later, I realized that my rice and beans were missing from the order. VERY UPSET. We turned the car around and went back to pick them up. Yes sure, I could have let them go but that's not the point. * 55-MINS for two sandwiches. * Missing items from Order. * No apology for the late order, nothing. It was just here - and that's it!! * Did not double check order 1-Star for the Food. The Santa Maria Tri-Tip sandwiches were excellent!! read more

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TLDR: It's good BBQ at a famous stop in the middle of California. It's recommended to order online, since the lines and wait can get pretty crazy, but I think it's worth a try. 1lb Brisket: It's a bit on the dry side when eating it by itself. You get the salty corned beef flavor and the burnt crust, which is a popular feature in many BBQ joints. The sauces help salvage the issue, but you end up tasting the sauce instead of the hard work done on the meat. Half Rack Ribs: You get six bones, and I can confidently say that it's one of the better ribs that I've had in California. It's a good mix of sweet and salty, the meat is falling off the bone, and the chew is quite tender. I am a fan of the portions of these ribs, and I definitely see myself getting this again. Service: We ordered online, so it's really just a matter of arriving after your set pickup time. The heavy foot traffic makes things a bit hectic in the pickup point, but it's not a big deal. Ambiance: The location shares a space with a convenience store, so you only order inside then eat outside. The dining area has a very ranch feel, and has some airsprays to help cool the diners, since the area can get VERY hot. read more

Harris BBQ - 1LB Brisket - Barbeque Near Me - Coalinga, California

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Not your average place to stop at... BUTTTTTT, when you need to nibble on something before getting to your destination you make it work right?!! Available parking. Strong ac breeze on the inside and not as busy. Interior is dedicated to western, deep browns and creams and barn style crown moldings and real spider webs and dust throughput. Pricy for the amount they give you. Waitress was kind, quick and check on us twice. I had the mini sliders (3) with slaw and pickle on top. The sliders were dry, pickle did not pair well and the slow was probably (4) slithers if I was technical. Have your toothbrush, floss or toothpicks on standby as the first bite went between my teeth The pastries prior to entering the restaurant seem to be reasonably priced.. they appeared to be sitting for some time and I did not want to chance it! Just check it out if you're in the area. read more

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Surprisingly good for a gas station joint in the middle of nowhere. I got the Santa Maria-style tri-tip sandwich with a side of beans. The beef was sliced to order and very juicy, well-marbled, and tender. read more

Harris BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - Coalinga, California

One of the best BBQ Ribs i try in the middle of the no where. Corn bread is dry. Overall it's a good bbq spot. read more

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There is a parking lot. It's located next to the Shell gas station and across from the Harris Ranch restaurant. Outdoor seating and it can get pretty warm. The lines get pretty long. There is a pickup window with a sign for online orders so probably worthwhile to order ahead of time. Not sure if the menu changed or different online. In store menu looked like only salads and sandwiches. We tried the tri tip sandwhich with a garden salad. For an express spot pretty surprised at the taste of the meat. Pretty good. They also give you extra BBQ sauce. If you want steaks tho this is a different vibe. I've gone to the restaurant before. If in a hurry this will do; otherwise I prefer the restaurant as there's a bigger menu to choose from. The quality of the meat here tho is legit. Staff is pleasant. Just be prepared for a line. read more

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Location next to gas station parking lot on the side Staff was very nice and welcoming Location has long queues and you order and they give it to you fresh. Inside there isn't seating only outside. The food we ordered was okay sadly the tri-tip it was dry with too much bbq to try to mask the cold meat. Mash potatoes were okay also on the colder side and lastly we got macaroni and cheese pretty good. Over all 4 stars next time I'll go to the restaurant read more

Harris BBQ - Lunch and charge - Barbeque Near Me - Coalinga, California

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Express Format Epoch BBQ stop on HWY 5 - Good Value, Clean, and Dog-Friendly covered outdoor seating area with fans and misters. Harris Ranch Restaurant is not dog-friendly but their Express counter located in their adjacent convenience store/Shell Gas station is an oasis along Hwy 5 for travelers and their fur companions. Tips: Order inside or online and pick-up at the counter outside. Recommend the Tri-tip sandwich with extra BBQ sauces; the Chicken Sando- packs some heat so not for the faint of heart; jalapeño cornbread; coleslaw- the sweet type; and ranch beans. The meats are so flavorful and tender. BYOB- Bring Your Own Dog-Bowl for water! read more

Harris BBQ - Our Travel Companion approved of their outdoor pet-friendly patio. - Barbeque Near Me - Coalinga, California

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I mean literally the only real food stop unless you want to sit down at Harris ranch. It's a stop and go. The meat is always good and fresh. Portion sizes decent. It gets busy so I always call ahead around 20 mins. It's connected to a convenience store so you can grab whatever else all in the same stop. One of the few quality 5 stops especially if you're trying to be healthy. I always get the tri tip plate with a side salad. There's a hearty amount of tri tip and the side salad is actually good not your typically sad one that looks like it came out of a bag. There's some seating outside if you want to take a break and chill. Overall for what it is, 10/10. It can definitely get busy though so call ahead always if you're on the go. Don't even chance it. read more

I love love love the tri-tip sandwiches at Harris Ranch BBQ--there's truly nothing like them! The meat is perfectly smoky, tender, and packed with flavor. Every bite is juicy and satisfying, and the sandwich as a whole is just next-level delicious. Yes, there's usually a line--but it's absolutely worth the wait. The smell alone while you wait gets your mouth watering, and the payoff is always worth it. Whether you're passing through or making a dedicated stop, this place is a must if you're a BBQ fan. Harris Ranch never misses. If you know, you know! read more

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Service - attentive and prompt. Parking - huge lot. No issues at all Food - burger was tasty and cooked perfectly but fries was warm/ cold so minus star for that. read more

Harris BBQ - Double burger - Barbeque Near Me - Coalinga, California

Prices are steep for the amount of food you receive. It's a popular stop along the freeway, since there aren't much other options in the area unless you want fast food. This place is known for their smoked brisket and tri-tip. Typically, there is a long line. This location is inside the convenient store. So, it gets pretty busy. Our group ordered a variety of food. The food was not hot! Which is pretty disappointing, it was room temperature. The food was too salty IMO. Pros + some seating available outside + plenty of parking Cons - long waits (30 mins +) - small portions, very expensive. - bathrooms were dirty during my visit. (there was toilet paper everywhere) read more

This is our second time trying their BBQ. We tried the 1/2 pound tri tip and 1/2 pounds of brisket. Also tried the coleslaw and jalapeño corn bread. Service was good and fast. I ordered online and picked up in store. This is inside of a gas station. read more

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Wow! Decided to cruise by and check out this spot on a road trip. We were "just looking" because we had recently eaten. Walked in, got the smell of the meat, saw the juices dripping, fresh sides and we were SOLD! Had to try a sandwich and we weren't disappointed! Tender meat and delicious flavor. So tender that if there was a bone, I didn't know it because it fell off! read more

This is a very busy store. Service was quick. No indoor seating but they have some place to sit and eat outside. Meat was tender. I enjoyed the brisket and tri-tip. Even the hotdog was good. read more

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It was a long drive from Willets County I was promised if I kept driving I would get treated to the most delicious barbecue ever. He was not lying. Thank God, I had such a good try tip salad. There's a fancy restaurant where you could eat in. Then there's a section across the street that has gas station, and a smaller restaurant. The food was top notch. Perfect place to pull over and get some gas and food We had a great time. read more

Harris BBQ - Famous for their barbecue - Barbeque Near Me - Coalinga, California

Our go to stop for a snack and potty break while traveling North or South on I5. We picked up our snack of beef tips which were once called burnt ends and a chili. First time getting the chili and it was the bomb! We threw in some Jalapeño Cheetos for a crunch factor and it was delish. It would have been a nice addition if crackers were provided. The chili was suppose to come with a Jalapeño Cornbread but they were all out but the server substituted a side which was nice. The beef tips were good but rich. They had no bark on them and were on the pricey side. Eat half and save the rest for later. Maybe add a dinner roll to soak up the juice. For sides we had tasty beans and Mac n Cheese. As a special surprise, we had a cute visitor who enjoyed having dinner with us. The Express BBQ and store were clean and inviting. The drink area could have been wiped down as there was soda spilled in a few places. Highly recommend for a quick stop for food, potty and a rest for both humans and fur babes. UPDATE: made two more stops since original review and got sandwiches: tri-tip and brisket. Yummy!! read more

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The food was amazing! All the meats were cooked fresh and hot. I got the chicken salad with cheese, salad dressing, onions, and avocados but they up charge for this. When I went it wasn't busy at all but I will say it's really hard to hear the workers talking behind the glass. We were helped by a girl named Monserrat and she did not have good customer service. She just had an attitude and you can just see it all of her face it's almost as if we were bothering her when we were asking questions. Other than that interaction the food is worth it. read more

I got the half pound brisket with mashed potatoes. It was decent but it wasn't great. The meat was not even hot. The service was fast even though the lines were long. It's located inside a gas station. We were at the Tesla Supercharger and found out there was a Harris BBQ Express so we had to try it. I've seen Harris Ranch cows my whole life driving up and down I-5 and I finally got to try it out. There was plenty of seating outdoors and clean bathrooms. It makes for a good stop for the family. read more

This is a 3.5 star review. We stopped by again on the way to SoCal and the gas stations nearby had decent CA prices. It was busy inside but the line moves quickly. I ordered the bbq brisket and cheddar sandwich with potato salad. We also got the tritip sandwiches and a chicken Caesar salad. My brisket was tender and the sauce was good. The chicken on the salad was a bit too peppery for our taste, and the tritip was good but tough and cut thick, so it kept falling apart. Food was good with some minor issues. Plenty of parking and seating, and the line goes quick. Good spot to stop for food on the way up or down the I-5. read more

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It's very expensive here. I got the ribs and it was smoky alright but the flavor was not there. It's super dry. They have a nice seating outside and it's literally a mart in the gas station. The cookie looked just divine but I couldn't eat it bc it would destroy my diabetes. I dropped by this place twice just bc it's a great place to charge my car. The service was fast and efficient. They get a lot of customers bc its where everyone stops. It's a very nice place to charge your car and it's in a ranch. Pretty awesome setting and great place for dogs. read more

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The ribs were terrible. The customer service had a lot to be left desired. We ordered an hour out. And when we should up they said we had to wait longer with no empathy! Seriously let down read more

I went to check out what all the fuss was about after getting gas. Lots of cars parked around the place. Inside was a typical convenience store, but to the right side, it was a crowded madhouse. People were lining up around to order from this bbq place inside. I convinced myself to get in line and order some to bring home for dinner. By the time I got to the front, I ordered 8oz. of brisket and 8oz. of try-tip. Once home, I tasted the brisket and tri-tip. The brisket was a little tough. The trip-tip was a little juicier, but pound for pound, not sure if it was worth the hype and hassle. read more

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