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    Mel's BBQ

    5.0 (11 reviews)
    Closed 12:00 pm - 5:00 PM

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    Ashley L.

    9/5/25 Hot and New! Getting lunch for tomorrow. I texted with the very nice owner Mel after calling and speaking with him after he called me back. They are very busy! They bbq Tuesdays & Fridays starting @ 5pm until they sell out. They do this at 50 W. Bullard Ave. , Suite 114, Clovis. I texted ordering their BBQ chicken bowl & tri-tip sandwich. They have homemade BBQ sauce. Already that time! Arrived to pick it up. Such a great experience! Greeted by Mel and he was very kind! Also met his fam. Order was handed over after I paid for it. He told me he will be having a food truck in October! Awesome! Left with well wishes! Smelled Really Good! Everything looks GREAT! 9/6//25 Lunchtime! BBQ Chicken bowl 1/2 was Delicious! Tender chicken, great bbq sauce and fresh jalapeño and onions with tasty white rice! Tri-Tip sandwich 1/2 was GREAT too! Tender Tri-tip, fresh bread and tasty BBQ sauce! Plenty to split. Mother said hers was GREAT! Great service & GREAT lunch! Deserve every star! Highly recommended!

    Mac and cheese with ribs,tri tip and corn bread

    Catered food from Mel for mothers day. The food was absolutely amazing! It was delicious and everyone was raving about the food. You get what you pay for and this was definitely worth every penny.

    Best bbq!!
    Kail M.

    Amazing bbq, love the flavor on the chicken and tri-tip bowls!! Typically get one once a week at least!!

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    Thank you so much Ashley we appreciate your support!

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    You are awesome brotha! Thank you!

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    Thank you! Marie! We appreciate your support!

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    1 year ago

    The best tri-tip in Fresno! I'll go out of my way when I know he has a pop up. Always great food! I highly recommend them.

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    Thank you! Alex we appreciate your support!

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    Thank you so much Brenda!

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    You are awesome brotha! appreciate you!

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    1 year ago

    My favorite tri tip and BBQ chicken in town. Love the BBQ sauce too. My favorite part of Tuesday and Friday nights.

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    Thank you josh! We have our new pineapple teriyaki chicken bowls

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    I am embarrassed that it has taken me so long to make it down to this spot. What in the heck was I…read morethinking? I missed out on all this amazing food! Before I say anything about the food, the atmosphere was amazing. We were greeted even before hitting the door by the owner and the team at the smoker. This is a family business, and we definitely got the feeling that we were welcome. The food blew me away. I've been lucky enough to taste brisket at some of the best BBQ joints in Texas, and Mega is on par with any of them. The trip tip was tender and full of flavor, and the hot links nice and smoky. We were also able to try a house made jalapeno and Jack sausage that will blow your mind. Did I mention the sides? Brisket chili beans, Mac and cheese, and potato salad. Every single side dish was on point. I don't like my potato salad with a bunch of other stuff mixed in, and this one didn't miss. Hold up. Ever hear about Alabama sauce? Why hasn't anyone ever told me about. Alabama sauce? This concoction was delicious. A bbq sauce that's mayo based? Sign me up! You need to try it. Only thing better would've been a cold beer to wash it all down, bu then again, I probably wouldn't have left. Thanks again for the hospitality. We will definitely be back for the other half of the menu!

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    There's honestly nothing bad I can say about this little gem on Cedar. I've never had a bad…read moreexperience here. The tri-tip sandwich is my go to and it never disappoints, tender, flavorful meat every single time. It's great as is, but I usually add the BBQ sauce on top, which just takes it to another level. The bread is buttery and garlicky, exactly how I like it, and it pairs perfectly with everything. The pulled pork is great too, and the hot link sandwich is another solid choice, full of flavor with just the right amount of heat. This time I only ordered the rice pilaf, but I usually get the chili beans as well, they've got a nice little kick of spice. It's a bit farther from me, but not nearly far enough to keep me from back!

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