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    Harris BBQ

    3.5 (787 reviews)
    ModerateBarbeque, Sandwiches
    Closed 9:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Casual
    Classy
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids

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    Jeff W.

    Fast, great flavors, and helpful staff! We were on our way to LA and stopped by Harris Ranch for lunch. We didn't want the full restaurant experience, so Harris BBQ was perfect for us. We ordered the pulled pork sandwich and the tri tip sandwich, and they hit the spot. Very straightforward and no frills. We were in and out in 45 minutes. Will try something different on the way back!

    Claire G.

    After a quick overnight trip to Vegas, we looked forward to dropping by Harris BBQ for a late lunch. It was pretty busy, but there were plenty of seating once we got our food. This place is inside the convenience store connected with the Shell gas station. The line was pretty long but it moved. I was very impressed with the staff. They have a solid system taking orders and they were super speedy and efficient! Definitely 5 stars on the employees. I got the pulled pork sandwich with a side of potatoes salad. Yum! I also got 3 orders of main: 2 trip tips and 1 pulled pork. Each came with a side so I chose ranch baked beans w bacon and mashed potatoes. Can't go wrong with this place for good ole BBQ!

    Great sides - you can get several different meals... even Whole Tri-tip family meal fo $169. !!
    Jacqueline S.

    Always great, well cooked. Brisket and sides. Perfection! Fast service, tasty. Great food- a real treat!! About $20 each meal. Burnt Ends are called "Tips" . Eat outside-it's covered.

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    Joyce T.

    Not bad for a quick charging pit stop along the i5! Brisket - 5/5 I liked this with the spicy bbq sauce the most. It was tender and wasn't overly salty. I would order the meat by itself again. Tritip sandwich - 3.5/5. Not much else to the sandwich except the meat and bread. It felt overly peppery for my taste. I would skip this next time. They had plenty of nice outdoor areas to eat at and the food came fast. Of course, this is nowhere as good as the actual Harris restaurant, but if you need food quick, the brisket is a solid option!

    Tom T.

    Came here expecting more. What a huge letdown. First - its a take put place and the servers looked bored to death. Everything was served lukewarm, ribs were dry to the bone. Sides looked sorry in the cafeteria style serving dishes and didn't taste much better. The saving grace was the brisket - in the sandwich it tasted dry due to the uneven balance of bread to meat - but eaten separately it was okay. We ordered the half rack of ribs as well. Ate 2 ribs and threw away the rest.

    Brisket and Mac n cheese
    Lisa P.

    This is definitely our go to stop anytime we drive from Los Angeles to San Francisco. The food is delicious and tasty. The chicken sandwich was so moist. The seasoning was perfect. Compliments to the chef for the delicious sandwiches. The staff is wonderful and the service was wonderful. There is plenty of parking right next to the gas station. There is only outside dining or you can grab and go. A definite go to place so a quick snack. You won't be disappointed.

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    Anne P.

    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

    Santa Maria Classic BBQ Tri-Tip
    Steven K.

    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.

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    Aliyah W.

    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

    Haleh H.

    Generous portions & good flavor. The place is pretty simple and a quick stop on the road. Lots of outdoor seating but you can smells the animals from the ranch. So not so pleasant at times. Staff were fine, it's grab & go so pretty quick.

    Two meat combo with side salad and side mashed potato
    Vivi C.

    Stopped here on the way to LA. It has Tesla charging station at $0.47 kwh. Shell gas station was taped off - not working. Restroom is clean. The line to order BBQ food is long, plus the food takes 39-44 min to get. It was Monday around 12pm, can't imagine the weekend. Expect to spend about 1-2 hours to get your food and eat. Check out my pictures and video. Recommend to order ahead of time and pick up the food at the pick up window. They offer outdoor seating with mist fans. Tri-tips were lean and dry. Briskets were bomb, mashed potato was alright and the salad was fresh. Two meat combo (4oz each) was $18, comes with one side. Each additional side is $4. The food was not bad, better than getting drive through fast food.

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    Do you use any Monosodium Glutamate (MSG) in your rubs, sauces or sides?

    Jil, We do not use any MSG in any of our products. Thank you,… 

    Is ur meat halal?

    I am sorry but the meat is not Halal. There is Halal meat at the main restaurant but you need to call 24 hours in advance to make sure they have what you are wanting.

    I have always stopped at Harris Ranch BBQ on my monthly drive between SF and LA. With the Covid Virus, that has been stopped but I will be making the drive at the end of May. Is the BBQ open? Have they started to wear masks? Are bathrooms open?

    The Express is open 9-8 pm. We are wearing face masks and the bathrooms are open. Hope to see you soon.

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