The Big Texan meal at Smoke & Fire Eatery was absolutely ! The meat was incredibly tender, packed…read morewith flavor, and cooked perfectly. Every bite was fire, and the portions were definitely worth it. If you're looking for a meal that's hearty, flavorful, and seriously satisfying, I'd highly recommend the Big Texan. Definitely coming back for this one!

Alexa and Anthony went above and beyond with their customer service! From the moment we interacted…read morewith them, they were incredibly friendly, helpful, attentive, and genuinely made us feel valued as customers. It's not often that you come across people who put this much effort into making sure you have a great experience. Their positive attitudes and willingness to help truly stood out, and they made our experience so much better than we expected. Alexa and Anthony are both amazing at what they do, and they deserve to be recognized for it! Customer service like theirs is hard to find these days. Thank you both for going over the top and making our experience such a great one!

Service was outstanding…read more Food was great. Reminded me a bit of Terry Black's out of Texaa. Will be going back again.

Came in to grab some lunch with my friend and we both love a good BBQ joint. There are a few…read morelocations in Socal-(Covina,San Bern ,Norco,) Riverside happened to be the closest to my friend. For a sunday it had a nice steady flow of business . The menu is extensive and can either share or test your hunger and get enough to take home . I went with the brisket burnt end sandwich which came with coleslaw, and added on spicy Mac. The brisket flavor was amazing , juicy , seasoned well. The spicy Mac didnt overwhelm the palate and good cheese to noodle ratio. Left happy and full . They even had bowls as an option good for a quick lunch break . Will be back the next time I am in town .

Another year of July 4th luncheon at work, so another year of delicious food from Dads BBQ. This is…read moreour third year of having them as our caterer and they do NOT disappoint every single time. Honestly they deserve more than 5 stars. The food, the service, decoration, literally everything about Dads BBQ is amazing every year. They also respond so quick and always in details so you're not lost about anything. I'm so glad I found Dads BBQ 3 years ago. You guys are AWESOME!! Keep doing what you guys are doing!! :)

I had Dads BBQ cater my 50th birthday. The food was absolutely delicious. Peach cobler is bomb!…read moreFood was delivered on time and everything was packaged to perfection.

What an AMAZING experience we had with this company to celebrate our daughter's college graduation…read more Good communication, on time, set up was quick, and the food was DELICIOUS! We will absolutely use them for more occasions! Thank you so much!

We ordered for the first time this week for our annual event and was not disappointed! Lupita and…read moreHusband provided top notch service! The BBQ was made with absolute love. The ribs fell off the bone! Truly down home eats! They have gained a new customer! We took a chance and so glad we did!

Vera Mae's BBQ Food Truck is the kind of spot you hope to run into. They were set up outside Hops…read moreand Spokes Brewing Company, and I was able to grab my food and go eat inside to watch the Ducks hockey game, which made the whole experience even better. The guy working the window was genuinely friendly and took the time to give me samples of both the pulled pork and the brisket, which already told me they care about what they're serving. I went with the mac & cheese brisket bowl with jalapeños on top, and it delivered exactly how it looked. Rich, smoky brisket over creamy mac and cheese with a solid kick from the jalapeños. It looked amazing and actually lived up to it, which doesn't always happen. Between the food, the service, and the setup with the brewery, this is an easy 5 stars and definitely something I'll be coming back for.

Smoked BBQ I had beyond a pleasant palate experience at a…read morerecent food truck event at the Fontana Black History Parade on February 24, 2024. The tri tip was not only delicate and tender but also very flavorful WITHOUT any bbq sauce. The chef was so gracious in explaining his process in meat preparation as well. In my opinion, that is a sign of a great cook or chef, the sharing of the process because there's no threat of competition from others.

Rosie was lovely and kind and had great great customer service with everyone I saw walk in the…read moredoor!! Plus the food here is fire and we love coming here! Only downfall is parking

Everything on the menu is delicious. Love the brisket, ribs, and even fried catfish. Sooo good!…read moreEmployees are friendly and helpful. Ambiance is cozy in downtown Riverside.

food is amazing every single time. our server Jesse tonight was great and very helpful, came back…read morechecking on us and making sure we had everything we needed.

Came here and it was great! Restaurant is great, it's…read morespacious with inside and outside seating. We sat outside and had a great time. Staff was friendly quick and attentive. Menu is QR only and done in tiers, there are 3. Everyone at the table must eat from the same menu. We ordered from the lowest tier and the options are honestly plenty and great! The food was good! You can order so many rounds and 4meats at a time. Sides are given upon request and they're all equally delicious. They also have a full bar along with bar seating. Overall it's great for friends families and dates. Would come again!

Excellent BBQ. Stopped by a recent pop up by these guys and they did not disappoint. Had a pulled…read morechicken sandwich on a cheese fried bun with housemade slaw, pickled onions and topped with there homemade sauce. That sauce was too damn good! Keep up the good work!!! Definitely will use catering service for our next party.

From the owner: Our business specializes in bringing truly delicious backyard bbq from our house to yours. With a…read morerange of meats and sides we have something for almost anyone. Have us for your next event and you be the judge.

Absolutely delicious!! Super crunchy and juicy chicken made to order. Know that it take a little…read morebit of time to make and comes out super hot and crunchy. I would wait a little to eat since it's straight out the fryer. Someone on here said it was the best chicken in Riverside... I have to agree! The place is nice and clean with lots of tables, and workers are helpful. We like the honey garlic, soy garlic, Gangnam style flavors the best! The gang-Jeong is good too and can taste the cinnamon but I am more drawn to the other flavors. Next time I will try the Galbi flavor as well.

I've been to several bBQ chicken chains, and each time it makes me wonder. When it comes to "fried…read morechicken," I rank them near the bottom of my list, with KFC. Jollibee and Popeyes both rank higher. What gives them a slight edge over KFC are the sauces and other menu items. The bulgogi rice is very flavorful. At this location, the service is good. I didn't like my wings. They were extremely heavy on the breading.

This business has changed its name to The Soul Kitchen and has relocated to a small, rental…read morecommercial kitchen located in Norco on Hamner. Same owners. They call it a "ghost kitchen". Warning, they do not answer their phone, but take online orders only using the Toast app. I had to use Google to find the link, new address, and place my order. I am unsure if this, the original Riverside location on Riverwalk Pkwy, is closed. I do not live near the original to confirm one way or another, however months ago the owner had said they were closing. The menu has pretty much remained the same. Their mac and cheese is insanely good!!!Orders can be placed using this link: https://www.toasttab.com/local/order/messi-soul-kitchen-riverside-ghost-kitchen-2-1434-hamner-ave#:~:text=1434%20Hamner%20Ave,Large%20Collard%20Greens

Pro Tip: Open Thursday through Sunday, 1-7pm only…read more Well, this turned into a pleasant surprise. I had no idea there were any restaurants in this area, much less a Hampton Inn lurking nearby. It was making a delivery to Inn that led to spotting this Soul food spot. Inside it's a vibrant, inviting yellow themed front space and dining room. Very conducive to good moods. I decided that the mini combo, with one side and cornbread, was a good value at $13.99, whereas the full combo adds a second side and costs $17.99. Lots of choices, including several styles of chicken, the smothered pork chops both sounded, and looked good. I saw a plate being assembled before I ordered. And the oxtail also appealed. Future trips will expand the experience. Ultimately, it was the pot roast that I ordered, with rice (or not if you prefer), and the greens rounded out the side choice. I proceeded to devour the entire meal in short order. The pot roast was amazing. Killer gravy, melt in the mouth tenderness, and the greens were another pleasant surprise. Hard to say what I tasted other than absolute goodness! Well done, and the host and her assistant were also warm and friendly. Über Eats, and possibly Doordash can deliver to your door.