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    Kitchens Corner bbq

    4.0 (148 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 7:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
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    Hungry Man 3 Meat Platter

    Came here this past Sunday. There's only street parking. We ordered Hungry's Man 3 Meat Platter. We got Brisket, Pork Ribs, Beef Links and a side of Turkey Leg. This platter includes 2 sides. We got Candied Yams and Mac and Cheese. IMO, it was a little bland. I like the way it was seasoned but I felt it just was lacking a bit of flavor. All 3 meats were a bit dry. But I'm glad they didn't try to marinade everything sweet like other bbq places. The sides were good!!! I enjoyed the Mac and cheese! The sauces were good as well! I didn't ask, but I wondered if they have a spicy choice? Either way, the sauce is good and tasty. Overall, it's def not bad at all. I just think I'm looking for a tad more flavoring and for my food to come out warm for Bbq food. I would def try this spot again.

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    Digital D.

    We came to the grand opening and because many folks had eaten from the truck locations, the reputation had the lines loooong! It was well worth the wait though, I'm sayin' So we had smoked turkey, smoked sausage, Mac and cheese, fried chicken wings and (yum) some scrumptious and huge fried chicken breasts whose crunch was "slap yo momma" good! Just kidding, not tryna die:) I had intended to take pics of my plate but I was so hungry and the food was soooo good, I couldn't do it! Take my word for it. You won't be sorry after eating here!

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    L T.

    Maybe the truck is better because my plate didn't look anything like these pictures? The seasons on the meat, the sauce and sides except the sweet potato cornbread was good. Service is a 1 star best. Personally I think Bludso's and Badlands is way better! Sorry but NOT sorry!

    Brisket special w/ add on link
    Donisha B.

    When I tell yall best barbecue in Compton I MEAN IT !! Their advertisement on Instagram got me there and I so happy it did . Shout out to the guy when I went that told me about the special they were having . They always have specials through the week. Mac n cheese and potato salad were so flavorful. Link was hot fresh off the grill . Brisket had so much flavor my only issue was it not being hot it's was warm for sure . It was so good I didn't wait to go home and eat it I ate it in the car. But if you're patient warming in up at the crib will do you justice . Other then that it's was TOP NOTCH . And we love and support black owned businesses!!!

    Gregg L.

    Made the drive from Venice today and absolutely loved what they're doing with this side of the road operation. Arrived around 12:30 on a Saturday and there were 4-5 people ahead of us, but the line moved fast. Good thing we arrived when we did because the line started growing quite a bit while we were there. The pork ribs, brisket and chicken we ordered were cooked to absolute perfection. Super tasty bark without being overly salty. The BBQ sauce is super unique with an almost honey-glaze consistency, and our mac & cheese and collard greens were absolutely delicious. There are also some cool stands around it selling super crazy lemonades and homemade baked goods. Everyone running the various tents were so friendly. Worth the visit. We will be back.

    Kitchens #1 with an extra side.
    Sergio A.

    The meat is good quality meat and the sauces are on point! The food was just a little cold when i received it. Service is decent however they are going to need a second cashier the line can get pretty long. I did notice one of the cooks grabbing the food bare hand (no gloves). The location itself is a decent size but tables are set up together for the most part (picnic style). Overall food is great, I paid $52 for the #1 but this included an extra side I order plus a tip (support the up&coming business). I think with time this place is going to be the go to BBQ spot.

    The 3 for $30: Brisket, Rib, Link with 2 sides: Mac and Cheese, Collard Greens and a sweet roll.
    Amber Y.

    As a big foodie and Yelp Elite, I love supporting up-and-coming food trucks and small businesses, especially Black-owned spots that are getting buzz on social media. Kitchen's Corner BBQ has definitely been one of those Instagram-famous trucks that content creators have been hyping up, so of course, I had to pull up and see if it lived up to the hype. First, let me paint the picture: it's literally a BBQ pit set up in the back of a food truck with a white tent in front of the city library. Heads up -- do not park in the library lot unless you're actually going inside because the signs are clear and they do ticket/tow. Next to the truck, there was also a seasoned lady selling desserts and cold drinks (not sure if she's part of the business but it felt like a collab). When I ordered, I asked about the "3 for $30" special I saw on Instagram. The young man taking orders confirmed it was available, so I went with brisket, ribs, and a hot link, plus mac & cheese and collard greens for my sides. Here's my breakdown: * The Meat: Tender? Absolutely -- it melted in my mouth, and I'll give that a 10/10. But temperature and flavor? That's where I was a little let down. The brisket and ribs were just warm, not piping hot like I prefer, and the seasoning felt very heavy on black pepper. It seemed like the meat was waiting around for the next order, so the BBQ sauce carried most of the flavor. The sauce itself had a nice kick, but I personally like when the seasoning and smoke speak for themselves. For me, the meat was a 5/10 in flavor, but still cooked well. * The Sides: The mac & cheese and collard greens were the stars of my plate. They came out hot (how I like it!) and flavorful. No complaints at all -- these sides hit the mark. * The Vibe: It's a true street-food setup -- casual, simple, with content creators literally right there filming themselves hyping up their plates. I even saw one guy setting his food bag on the concrete floor while slurping up his greens on camera, calling it all a "10/10." That's when I knew I had to keep it real with my Yelp fam. Overall, I wouldn't say Kitchen's Corner BBQ is bad -- it's just not the life-changing BBQ that social media makes it out to be. It was good but not great, and for the price point, I think some people might walk away expecting more based on the hype. Still, the tenderness of the meat and those sides definitely deserve love, and I respect the hustle of Black-owned food trucks making their mark in LA's competitive food scene. Would I come back? Maybe, especially to try more of the sides and see if the meat hits differently on a busier day. But I want to be real with my review so folks know what to expect -- no exaggeration, just the truth of my experience. Look out for my next foodie adventure!

    Brisket cut up, mac n cheese, collard greens and candied yams.

    (Giving review for Paramount location). Our cousin who had a food truck recommended this place to us since it's in our neighborhood and was a friend of his. We ordered the small sides of mac n cheese, collard greens, candied yams and 1/2 lb of brisket. We tried all 3 sauces which is at a self serve station. Overall, very happy. Everything tasted great. To go service was quick. The best sauce was the sweet & spicy (most limited for a reason). There is a Creole restaurant in our family. They are my barometer for good bbq. I can say confidently that Kitchens Craft BBQ in Paramount is good. Would definitely come back. Would definitely recommend and will be back to try the black eye peas, corn bread and desserts. Good job Paramount for the this new addition! Finally, a good bbq spot that is closer than the fambam location.

    Another dry

    I regret giving Kitchen Corner, one of our Black-owned restaurants, a 2 out of 5 rating. I had eagerly anticipated visiting the truck for some time and was excited to learn they had opened a restaurant at 8320 Alondra Boulevard in Long Beach, as I am not a fan of food trucks. My few attempts to visit the truck on Rose St were hindered by large crowds and limited parking, as there were many food trucks on the main street. On Friday, February 20th, 2026, I finally tried the barbecue. Unfortunately, I was quite disappointed upon returning home. The ribs were dry, resembling leftovers or possibly overcooked, reheated, or not--I couldn't tell. The brisket included at least two pieces with excessive fat, which I plan to include pictures of. I spent $35 today after waiting so long out of anticipation to try this place, but I was ultimately let down. Two pieces were so dry that I had to spit them out in to the trash because I couldn't chew them. Not in the photos.

    1/2 lb brisket w/ Large side Mac n cheese
    Alan M.

    I saw this BBQ spot all over Instagram and decided to try their $15 special, 1/2 brisket and a large side. After driving 30 minutes and waiting in line, I got only 6 small slices of brisket. That's a sad looking plate if you ask me, who would get full off that lol The brisket was just okay, nothing memorable. Sauce was average too. The mac n cheese was the only highlight, super cheesy and tasty. Overall, not worth the hype or the drive

    Beef rib from the Try Man combo
    Richard T.

    First off very clean and inviting truck with a lady selling home made beverages like lavender or strawberry lemonade and cakes and desserts. When we stood in line trying to look at the menu a man working the truck called us over and welcomed us to try some of their bbq. Man oh man my kids are your typical picky eaters but not today. I couldn't decide so I decided to try a bit of everything with THE TRY MAN combo. My sons and I both thought everything was soooo bomb. Great smokey black pepper flavor. If you like a rich sweet brown sugar bbq sauce they got you covered. I tried the meat with and without the sauce NEITHER disappointed. I saw them on Instagram and normally I don't go find a place I see on social media but I'm glad I did and we will for sure be back. I would gladly pay the money for the TRY MAN combo again. Came with beef rib, brisket, spare ribs, chicken, hot link, I think chicken sausage, rolls and two sides. Just a heads up I originally asked for their Mac and cheese and some mashed potatoes but since they ran out I opted for the collard greens. Holy smokes! I've tried some before, but these sealed the deal for me that I do enjoy collard greens, well at least from Kitchens Corner BBQ

    Mac and Cheese
    Annie B.

    I have been wanting to try this place #kitchenscorner bbq for quite some time. I ordered simple stuff #ribtips #dinnerroll #macandcheese #hotlink it was yummy. The rib tips were very tender I tell they were slow cooked for hours, hot link was good too. Service was great the wait wasn't bad yesterday. Its a order and go place, parking can be challenging but I found a parking spot quick. I will definitely go back again and explore other items on the menu. Also wish I would have asked for more bbq sauce. Alma's has yummy lemonade and great desserts #eatlocal...

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    2 years ago

    Best bbq truck in LA. Oxtails and ribs were fire with a lot of meat on them. Can't wait to go back

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    2 years ago

    Some of the best BBQ in the county....you won't be disappointed...except for the line to get it....

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    2 years ago

    The bbq is amazing. Always worth the wait to get such great food. I'm hooked plus great customer service

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    2 years ago

    hands down the best bbq in la!!! sweet potato, honey butter cornbread is insane! wow!

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    2 years ago

    Probably the best BBQ I've ever had. One rib is almost enough for two people. Everything was great and everyone was incredibly nice.

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    2 years ago

    Great place to Eat . Sorry for my earlier post wrong business . This place is great ,

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    3 years ago

    Great tasting bbq best in Compton California I don't have to drive to Inglewood anymore just for some good bbq. Everything is good

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