Moo's Craft is the best BBQ in LA, hands down! I frequent Austin, Texas and I always make it my mission to try the most talked about BBQ joints, often going as far out as Lockhart. I've also eaten BBQ all over the South, hitting up the legends in places like Kansas City. In addition to eating it often, I also have been cooking BBQ for nearly a decade myself. This is why I can say with confidence that Moo's Craft is the best BBQ in Los Angeles and rivals some of the best BBQ found in the cities known best for it. Their brisket is excellent; moist with balanced flavor and a dark smoke ring. Their pork ribs are exceptional. The Thicc smoked brisket burger is worth the trip even if you don't go for traditional BBQ. Oh, and their brisket burnt ends are a MUST if they're on the menu. I've been to Moo's Craft both on a weekend and on weekdays. There was a line on the weekend but it moved quickly. The staff is very friendly and the restaurant is clean and cozy. They also have a huge selection of beer. I always go for a Belgian style. I have not tried their legendary pastrami beef rib yet but I can assure you that I will not stop until I get one. I wish Moo's Craft continued success! They deserve all the attention they've been getting! read more

Moo's Craft Barbecue - 1/2 lb brisket, 1/2 lb pork ribs, Texas chili, and 2x smoked burgers. - Barbeque Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I have been wanting to try Moo for awhile now... it was OK, but not great. We went in for a late lunch on a Friday, short line, food arrived quickly -- awesome! I ordered Brisket, Jalapeno Cheddar Sausage, Mac and Cheese, Slaw, Chili Cheese Fries and a Banana pudding. All of this came to about $90 - about on par for BBQ for two IMO. While all the food seemed to be high quality and well prepared, I was left flat by the overall lack of flavor. It all looked like it would have tasted amazing, but it was mostly bland. Most disappointing was the Brisket -- looked great but had no flavor at all.... tasted as if it had been boiled (no smokey flavor at all). The Mac and Slaw were the same -- looked good, no flavor. Standout was the Sausage, had some flavor but was also over salted (to the point it gave me a headache and I couldn't finish it). Value - We kept comparing it to Dickies BBQ, and that some dishes were better... as such, the value was poor in our opinion. While I am glad I got around to trying Moo's (maybe it was an off day there?) I don't think I'll be heading back. read more

** FAVE MOIST BRISKET in LA ** Nobody does it better (unless you are in Texas). No frills. Great food. Order. Find a seat at a table or the bar. When your name is called, grab your tray of deliciousness and some utensils. We had the moist brisket which came with pickles, sliced onions, jalapeños, slices of white bread. Red potato salad side complimented it. Also added a moist brisket sando because you can't get enough brisket!!! There are two sauces on the tables. One is bbq sauce; the other is a honey mustard sauce. I LOVE MOIST BRISKET!!!!!!!!! read more

Moo's Craft Barbecue - Brisket and more brisket (sando) - Barbeque Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Moo's Craft Barbecue has been on my list of BBQ joints to try while in the LA area. I recently had an opportunity to visit right as they opened for lunch. There's no onsite parking as the lot next door to the west was reserved for the neighboring coffee shop. Metered curbside parking was available on N Broadway. If you were willing to walk a couple of blocks, there were free spots along the side streets which was what I did. A small line had formed right before the doors opened at 11:00. The inside decor was similar to a Texas roadhouse. There was a bar to the left, the service counter was straight ahead, and numerous tables filled the rest of the dining area. Seating at a covered outside patio was through a door to the right. Before that door were plaques and awards mounted on the wall with recognition from various media outlets including Michelin. The menu featured six types of meat sold by the half or full pound and two kinds of sausage (Jalapeno Cheddar, Chile Relleno). Eight different sides were sold in small and large quantities. The Chili Cheese Fries were only available as a large serving size. Sandos, burgers, and sweets rounded out the remaining categories. If you wanted party size portions, then three levels of BBQ Trays were offered. Unfortunately, due to rising costs, Beef Ribs that were normally sold on Saturdays have temporarily been suspended. After waiting about ten minutes, I reached the counter. My order was a half pound each of the Brisket, Pork Belly Burnt Ends, and Smoked Herb Butter Turkey. I also purchased a Jalapeno Cheddar Sausage and a small Texas Chili. The brisket, turkey, and sausage were placed inside a cardboard takeout container. Separate plastic containers held the burnt ends, chili, and complimentary pickles and red onions. A piece of Texas Toast was provided inside an aluminum foil wrap. The standouts were the burnt ends and turkey. Two pieces of pork belly were coated with a Korean-style sticky glaze which I have never encountered before for burnt ends. It was a fatty and sweet flavor combination. The seasoned turkey breast was finished with herb butter and smoked over white oak. The cut was moist and tender which can be hard to achieve with such lean white meat. For the quality and cost of my takeout order, I gave a four star rating to Moo's Craft Barbecue. read more

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They open on Thursdays so we were there for lunch at 1 pm: No wait. but the place was full. After getting a seat at the wooden table, we ordered the famous burger and the shredded brisket sandwich. Absolutely loved both. The burger had a hint of smoke and was juicy and very flavorful. It is not huge for the price but the taste was on point. The shredded brisket was delicious but i wish I had taken the brisket and sausage sandwich which is not shredded. For two sandwiches and a coke, we paid around $ 50 but it was worth it. Next time when we come back, we will get more brisket!! read more

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Staff is very kind and nice at this barbecue joint. They do have a beautiful bar along with a lot of meter parking. Portions and prices are as expected. The food was good, but very salty and it did not live up to hype. If they got rid of a good amount of the salt from the chili, that would be a banger. My favorite item was the burger and I would come frequently just for that item if the location of this restaurant wasn't so far for me and for that reason only I will round up the 3.5 star review. read more

Why haven't I tried Moo's before today?!?! Probably one of the best BBQ I have had in California. The brisket was melt in your mouth. The ribs fell off the bone but had a nice chew still. The jalapeño sausage was juicy. But definitely get the burnt ends!!! Everything was delicious! Have indoor and outdoor seating. read more

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Came to moocraft around 5pm Found parking at a nearby parking lot Very popular joint everything was pretty much sold out Got the chopped brisket pulled pork sandwich Small Mac and cheese Very big intimidating sandwiches that take you flavor town! Loved how succulent the pork was Brisket was super flavorful! Will be back for the whole menu Will come earlier read more

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We visited on a Saturday around 2-3 PM and waited about 15 minutes in line, plus another 15-20 minutes for our food. Luckily, seating opened up pretty quickly! The food was AMAZING! The brisket and pork belly burnt ends were both 10/10, and the sausage was a solid 9/10. The mac and cheese was to die for, and the potato salad and coleslaw were delicious. We also had hazy IPAs, which were 10/10! It was a little pricey, about $130 for two people excluding drinks, but we definitely overordered since it was our first time and we weren't familiar with the portions. My only complaint was that our order was mistakenly packaged as takeout, even though we planned to dine in. Everything came in containers instead of trays, which made sharing and eating a little awkward. We had to ask for an extra tray and didn't realize cardboard trays were available until later. I was literally eating off one of the container lids because I didn't know where else to put my food, lol! Other than that, great food, music, and atmosphere! Parking was easy to find behind the restaurant and cost around $2-$3. Would definitely come back! read more

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Okay there might have been a line at 1:30 on a Sunday but was worth it an d you should always wait somewhere people also wait. You know the rule, one short review, let's go: Food: amazing. Unique and traditional. All rolled into one Ambiance: like any BBQ place. Like taken straight from Texas Service: helpful, attentive and there if you need them If you want BBQ, come here. You won't be disappointed. read more

Moo's Craft Barbecue - Barbeque Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Moos Craft Barbeque did not disappoint! The tri-tip plate was absolutely delicious, and the prices were really good for the quality and portion. Definitely worth checking out if you're craving some good BBQ. And don't forget to check out the tap selection while you're there! Definitely a spot I'd come back to! read more

This place had been in my bookmarks for years, and I finally had the opportunity to visit. Parking was easy, but I couldn't remember if the parking meters were for 1 hour or 2 hours. I ended up feeding the meter once, so it was maybe 1 hour. The wait line was long, but I went early so it wasn't too bad. Summer is probably not the ideal time to visit! hahaha. The interior has a typical, cool brewery vibe, and they have a nice-sized patio, too. Let's get to the food. We had the Beef Ribs, Pork Belly Burnt Ends, Tri-TIp Burger (or maybe it was Brisket), and two sides. Obviously, we couldn't finish it all, but we wanted to taste a few things in one visit. Unfortunately, the pork belly burnt ends were too dry for my liking, and the sides were just ok. Overall, the food was only good-ish for me. I feel like I don't need to drive all the way here when I can find the same quality BBQ restaurants throughout the city. But if you love BBQ, it might still be fun to try this place. read more

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Loved the burger, everything else was just ok for me. Need to come back on a Saturday to try the rib! Pro tip wait in line at least 30 mins before opening. read more

Moo's Craft Barbecue - Barbeque Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Probably one of the best bbq spots (outside of heritage in San Juan Capistrano) in LA. We got the brisket, pork ribs, jalapeno cheddar & poblano queso Oaxaca sausages, Mac n cheese & corn Esquites. The brisket and pork ribs were excellent. It was tender and right amount of fattiness. It was soft and easy to cut and melts in your mouth. The sausages were ok and not too flavorful. The sides were ok too and nothing to write home about. Their beer selection at the bar is excellent. The staff is nice but the lines can be long and they can run out of specials or certain meats if you don't come early enough. So there can be a long wait before you get to enjoy this. The shop is similar to other bbq joints in Texas with wooden tables but also outdoor seating which is nice. It does run on the pricey side but the quality is the good and it's how it is for getting good Texas bbq in LA. Definitely want to come back to try the sandwiches that I've been hearing a lot of hype about. read more

Moo's Craft Barbecue - Brisket pork ribs jalapeno & poblano queso Oaxaca sausages with Mac and cheese and corn esquites - Barbeque Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I bought into the hype and decided to check out Moo's, but was sadly disappointed. I placed an online order which I highly recommend if you don't like waiting in long lines and want to guarantee you get the meat(s) you want. When I got there (4 pm on a Saturday), parking was definitely a challenge, there was a line out the door and they had sold out of most of their items. If you place an online order, skip the long line and head inside to the front counter. The ribs, brisket and turkey were all great, but the sides (mac n cheese and beans) weren't even warm. When you order online the meat was supposed to come with dill pickles, bread, pickled jalapeños and picked red onions. The only thing in the bag were the pickled jalapeños. Overall just an ok experience. read more

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Best best best bbq! Hands down it's worth the wait! The meat literally falls off, it's so flavorful and tender. The restaurant is so freaking cute and so nicely designed, the staff is amazing! There's plenty of seating but of course it's busy! So, They ask for you to order first and then find a table and I feel it makes everything run super smoothly. They have a bar area where you can enjoy a good selection of beers. Things Ive tried during my visits are the following: Brisket: 10/10 Pork Ribs: 10/10 Sausage Jalapeño Cheddar: 8/10 Sausage Chile Relleno: 8/10 Pulled Pork Sando: 10/10 Thicc Burger: 10/10 Beans: 7/10 Kimchi Fried Rice: 5/10 Mac n Cheese: 8/10 Red Potato Salad: 7/10 Tres leches Pudding: 10/10 Esquite: 10/10 My mouth is watering just thinking of the food! I do recommend to go early, I've only been there on the weekends and get there at 10:30am to wait in line. It's worth it! read more

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Moo's Craft Barbecue has been on my list for years, so I have no idea why it took me this long to finally come here. Way overdue! Got here probably 20 minutes before opening on a Saturday and the line was already decently long. But it goes pretty quickly, was able to order within 20 minutes once it opened at 11 am. Obviously being my first visit here, had to unload the clip! Got 1 lb Brisket (Moist), 1 lb Pork Ribs, 1/4 lb Pulled Pork, both the Jalapeño Cheddar Sausage and Poblano Queso Oaxaca Sausage, 1/4 lb Turkey Breast, a whole Beef Rib for meats. All the meats were so good. Top picks are the brisket, beef rib, and surprisingly the turkey. But honestly, everything was at minimum above average. I'd rate all of these meats against some of the best spots I've been to in Texas. Also got Texas Chili, Red Potato Salad, Mac N Cheese, and Pork Belly Kimchi Fried Rice for sides. I gotta say, these sides really remind me of some of the top places I've been to in Texas. I don't think there is a better place in L.A. when it comes to sides at a BBQ joint. Of course, we also couldn't come here and not get the Thicc Burger! The patty is thick (I mean, obviously), the meat is cooked perfectly medium rare, and the seasoning is on point. You can just tell the quality of this meat on the first bite. I can see why people come just for the burger! Staff here are super friendly! They were really nice at the counter and let us take our time to throw down our massive order. And they were also made sure we were taken care of after delivering our food. Lastly, we even got a nice tour of the smokers! Just a great overall experience here. The place is also way bigger than I thought. Lots of seats inside and outside. I mean yeah of course it will get busy, but I can imagine it helps with the line. Overall, Moo's Craft Barbecue really really impressed me. Loved everything about this place. Definitely need to come back soon! read more

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Really enjoyed Moo's Craft Barbecue in Lincoln Heights. The pork ribs were my favorite, super flavorful and tender. The brisket was also really juicy and had a great texture. And the mac and cheese was definitely worth getting. Solid BBQ spot in LA and I'd happily come back. read more

Moo's Craft Barbecue - Barbeque Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Moo's Craft was absolutely delicious. It's been a while since I had good BBQ and I'm glad Moo's was there to scratch that itch. I'm from NorCal so our BBQ game is lacking. I saw a few YouTubers eating food from moo's Craft so knew I had to have it on my list of places to try when visiting socal. My group and I decided to stop here for our lunch before going to universal studios since it was along the way. Parking is pretty confusing for us. They state there's a lot behind the building to park at, but it looks liked you have to pay and we weren't sure which lot. So we just did street parking. We did go around 1:30 pm on a Thursday, so did not have much of an issue with finding street parking. Inside the restaurant, they have plenty of seating indoors and outdoors. There's no wait staff, so you go to the counter and order and once it's ready, they call your name/number and you pick up your tray of food from the counter. We ordered the El trio platter, which comes with 1 lbs of brisket, 1 lbs of pork ribs, 2 sausages (chili relleno and cheddar jalapeno) and 2 sides (which we chose Mac and cheese and red potato salad). We also saw the burgers from YouTube so got 2 of the Thicc burgers to share among everyone. We got a sides of the Texas chili to try. Everything was great. Our group really enjoyed the food and everyone said the BBQ was some of the best they've had. The brisket was really tender and seasoned well. Everything was seasoned well actually. The burger was great. It was soft, great flavor and was just really solid. One of the best burgers I've had. The ribs were everyone's least favorite, but that just means the other food tasted better. Ribs were still good. All the sides were delicious as well. The Texas chili was great, the Mac and cheese was creamy and the potato salad tasted homemade. We could tell it was made in house. The sweet iced tea was refreshing, not overly sweet b Overall, I'll have to come back here to try their desserts and other items. I'll for sure be getting the burger and brisket again. read more

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Super nice casual place, staged like a bar/tavern/ kbbq mix. Welcoming employees and good energy with a nice Texas feeling to it. I came here just to try the burger as I've been addicted to trying new places recently, and this was definitely unique. While not the juiciest burger (they probably smoke them all at once), the toppings were tasty and the meat has a good pepperiness to it. It was a great intro and I can't wait to come back and try a big variety in the future read more

Moo's Craft Barbecue - Burger - Barbeque Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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The place was cleanly, organized and very presentable. I would recommend eating outside in the patio, watching the game and cozy atmosphere. Food was good, provided in a timely manner and well presented. Service was good and they have a sit down bar as well. read more

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My go to place for some good american bbq. My girlfriend and I loved the smoked sausages and everything was reasonably priced. The service there feels homey and they're very kind and understanding. Theres indoor and outdoor seating, but the parking is very limited with a small lot, if you get lucky you can get street parking. read more

Moo's Craft Barbecue - Barbeque Near Me - Los Angeles, California

After an hour plus of waiting, we finally got to try Moo's Craft Barbecue. This meal was pure gluttony, let me tell you. Here is everything we got: brisket, ribs, pulled pork sandwich, jalapeno-cheddar sausage, the burger, chili cheese fries, and cucumber salad. What I loved about Moo's was how the menu is so clearly LA-inspired; sides include a spicy cucumber salad and elote, untraditional BBQ sides that still paired so well. My favorite items here were definitely the burger and the cucumber salad. The ribs were also fall off the bone tender. Everything was really good, but I think you need to balance out all the intense meat with lighter sides (or honestly, maybe just not order so much). It also made for great leftovers. read more

Moo's Craft Barbecue - Barbeque Near Me - Los Angeles, California

So happy we finally got to try this place out! We made the mistake last time of coming after a dodgers game, everything was sold out by the time we got there. This time, we came about 15-20 minutes prior to opening and there were only about ten people in front of us. By the time we ordered and sat down however, the line was already making its way to the end of the block, so it's definitely worth getting there before opening! Ambiance is casual and busy. Staff was super friendly, from the cashier to the bartenders, everyone was just super pleasant. Food was phenomenal, we got the sausages, chili burger, brisket, pork ribs, kimchi friend rice, and mac and cheese. read more

Moo's Craft Barbecue - Barbeque Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Hidden hole in the wall BBQ joint that was as good as advertised. Brisket was juicy, side were all really good. I'll definitely be back to try more of their menu. Parking in back and also street parking, don't be turned off by the surrounding area, this place is a must try. read more

Moo's Craft Barbecue - Barbeque Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Moo's gets a lot of hype, and it's easy to see why people make an effort to get there. However, I'm not a big fan of their limited hours. It's a shame they're only open Thursday through Sunday, as I'd love to grab a midweek lunch there. I wish I could sample everything, but as a solo diner, ordering too much doesn't make sense. I've heard great things about the brisket, burgers, and sides, especially the mac and cheese and Texas chili. Solo diners are welcome to sit at the bar, even without ordering beer. This might vary during peak hours. This would be the perfect spot for a workday lunch with coworkers, allowing you to sample various menu items. Since I was dining alone, I felt a bit hesitant to order too much, so I opted for the Thicc Burger ($19.00) and a side of macaroni and cheese ($8.00). The burger had a nice peppery crust and a great smoky flavor. However, it was cooked pretty rare inside, and I wish I had asked for medium rare. I don't think you can specify the cooking method, as no one asked how I preferred it. The burger was visually appealing, especially with the melted cheese. I enjoyed the aioli, but there was too much of it, which, in my opinion, detracted from the burger. The mac and cheese was good, very creamy with a nice breadcrumb crunch, but not worth the price. The portion was quite small for what you pay, in my opinion. I enjoyed mixing the mac and cheese with both of their BBQ sauces; one had a nice tangy flavor, while the other was a bit sweeter. I'm not a huge fan of the service charges, although I understand running a business and paying employees fairly is expensive. The employees are welcoming, friendly, and helpful, offering good recommendations, and ordering is at the register with pickup at the counter. I will definitely be back to Moo's, but next time I'll come with my wife or a larger group. While I was a bit underwhelmed, considering Moo's reputation among BBQ enthusiasts, the Thicc Burger was solid, though not mind-blowing. read more

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Best BBQ in LA for sure! The bomb Smokey smell hits you as soon as you walk in and you already know that's it's about to be a party! The line was to the door but it moved pretty quick. The girl at the counter was very friendly and gave us some great recommendations. It was late in the afternoon so unfortunately the brisket was sold out (tip: get there early). I will definitely be back to try it soon. I ordered the pulled pork sando, a side of fries and red potato salad. My wife ordered the special (tostada) and cucumber salad. We had the pecan pie for dessert. EVERYTHING and i mean EVERYTHING was phenomenal. So flavorful! The bar was great too. Amazing selection of brews. The bartender was very helpful. My wife had the michelada. She really enjoyed it. I had the La fin Du Monde Belgian Tripel and Monkish Tripel Hazy IPA. Great beers! They were very attentive. They came by on several occasions to make sure we were doing ok and helped us clean up our table as we went through our meal. Can't say enough good things about this place. THANK YOU for an amazing first experience at Moo's! read more

Moo's Craft Barbecue - The spread. - Barbeque Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Food is amazing. Now I understand why this place always has a crazy line out the door. Service is great, ambiance is awesome during game days. They have a bar with great beer selections. Pick the meat platter, you wont be disappointed. Will definitely be back again. read more

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If you want the full experience, timing is everything. Our first attempt at 5:00 PM was a tragic tale of "sold out" signs, I left with nothing but a dream. Lesson learned: Get there early. By noon, the world was our oyster; by 1:30 PM, the line was snaking down the sidewalk like a pilgrimage. The Main Event: The Chopped Brisket This wasn't just a sandwich; it was a religious experience. The brisket literally melted, hugged by a bun so buttery and toasted it deserves its own fan club. Paired with their subtle house BBQ sauce, pickled onions, and pickles, it's a messy masterpiece. Pro Tip: Keep that roll of paper towels on the table within arm's reach. You're going to need them. The Supporting Cast Mac n' Cheese: The gold standard of creaminess. I genuinely considered asking for a bucket of it to go. The Beans: Flavor-wise? 10/10. Topped with what looked like cotija cheese, they hit all the right notes, though they lean a bit on the soupy side if that's a dealbreaker for you. Rampart Burger: My boyfriend ordered this, but after one bite of my brisket, he realized he'd made a tactical error. It looked great, but the brisket is the undisputed heavyweight champion here. The Showstopper: Banana Pudding The staff recommended this, and they didn't steer us wrong. It's more "heavenly cream" than "chunky banana," but it captures the absolute essence of what a pudding should be. It's the perfect, sweet victory lap after a savory meal (even though we had this first) Know Before You Go They've held a Michelin Bib Gourmand for three consecutive years, and after that first bite of brisket, you'll understand why. Parking Hack: Don't get baited by the lot right next door, that's for the neighbors. Aim for the spots toward the back to avoid a headache. read more

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BBQ that is all the hype! Moo's tends to have a line out the door so arrive with time. Our group got the Meat Sweats and made a nice dent but didn't finish it. The brisket was falling off the bone, sausage was packed with flavor and the mac n cheese was mouth watering. Service was pleasant and the vibes were great. Not pictured, a tasty sour apricot beer. Will definitely be coming back. read more

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Wow!! We try bbq everywhere we go. From Texas to Italy and everywhere in between and Moo's is officially the best we've had! Found this gem by just searching for BBQ restaurants, pix looked good... so we drove out to try it. Now I'm wondering how they don't have 5 stars!?!? This place is love at first bite! read more

Moo's Craft Barbecue - Ribs, brisket, Mac'n cheese! - Barbeque Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Came here around 4pm on a Sunday and waited around 10 minutes to order. Parking is a bit challenging but we were able to find street parking, there is also a paid lot. The potato salad and Mac and cheese were great sides. Our favorite was the ribs, sooooo good! 2lbs came with 6 ribs. The brisket was also very tender, you could cut it with a spoon. We would probably skip on the burnt ends next time, super fatty. Would def be back for the ribs and brisket!!!!! read more

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Really popular BBQ spot in LA, have been wanting to try it because kept seeing it on must eat places lists. Got in line at 1045am on a Saturday before they open and there was already a line around the block. We ordered half rack of ribs, brisket, fries and two beers. Beers on tap are a great addition to the restaurant. Food was good came with bread and pickles and fresh onion on the side. Recommend coming early because apparently they sell out of their meats fast. They had indoor and outdoor patio seating. read more

Moo's Craft Barbecue - Barbeque Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Service was great, but it couldn't save it from a 2 star review! I spent over $200 and the best thing was the thicc burger and street corn! The brisket was dry and warm, pork ribs was cold on the inside but warm on the outside like theyve been reheated, the sloppy moos was dry (used same brisket and sausage), the jalapeno sausage didn't seem fresh, the casing for it didn't snap (feels like it's been sitting out for a minute), the Texas chili was SUPER salty, same goes for the chili cheese fries; the slaw, potato salad, beans, Mac cheese, Kim Chi fried rice, key lime cup were all mid! I literally was number 2 in the queue when they open, after they packed it up and drive it down the street 3 minutes away to eat this was just so heartbreaking! read more

Moo's Craft Barbecue - Disappointing - Barbeque Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This was $180 worth of food, and honestly it's disappointing. We ordered 3 lbs of meat, and it came with only three slices of potato bread. For the price, the portions and overall value are extremely disappointing. What made the experience worse was the service. The person at the front initially got our order wrong. When I tried to explain that I had ordered 1.5 lb of pork ribs, he cut me off and said, "Let me finish, it says 1 lb." After interrupting me, he checked again and realized I was right -- the order did say 1.5 lb. Instead of acknowledging the mistake, he then said II should have in the future selected 1.5 lb, even though I simply ordered exactly what was listed on their website. The attitude was unnecessary and dismissive. For $180, this amount of food and this kind of service is just unacceptable. Food is good though read more

Moo's Craft Barbecue - $180 worth of food - Barbeque Near Me - Los Angeles, California

We came here for a friend's birthday. We all met there around 10:45am even though it doesn't open at 11am because people line up before it even opens. Sure enough there was a line but there weren't too many people ahead of us. They have tables inside and outside in a back patio. They're known for their Texas BBQ. We got a half pound of brisket and a full pound of pork ribs (originally we were going to do a half pound but they said that equates to 2 ribs which didn't seem like enough). We also got a small side of cucumber salad and a large side of kimchi fried rice. The total came out to over $85 which is pretty insane. This fed my boyfriend and I and we didn't take home any leftovers. Overall, we just thought the food was okay and certainly not worth the steep price. The ribs were definitely better than the brisket, they were pretty juicy and tasted good with the bbq sauce (which you can find on the table). They weren't fall-off-the-bone tender though. The brisket was meh, there were parts of it that were better than others, and some areas were dry. The kimchi fried rice was pretty good but the rice is pretty dry overall. I was excited for the cucumber salad but was really disappointed in it. It looks amazing, with peanuts and scallions but it tastes super oily and slimey. I was hoping for something more fresh and citrus-y. Clearly a very popular institution because there's always a line out front, so people seem to love it. Or do people just love it because it seems popular? I did enjoy the ribs but everything else I would pass on. read more

Moo's Craft Barbecue - Full pound of ribs, half pound of brisket, large kimchi fried rice, small cucumber salad - Barbeque Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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A friend said, "There's a place serving up bbq...". Say less my friend. Little did I know they were talking abut Moo's, someplace that I have had bookmarked for some time, but didn't have a crew to join me in the adventure and to share the platter with. We went on a Sunday and got there right in time before the line formed out the door. They say the key to good bbq is in the preparation, and I smelt it right when I walked through the doors. Walking in you can smell the smoke coming from the back and to me was reason enough to have been glad that I saved my appetite. We ordered the Meat Sweats which includes 5 meats (1lbs each) and 3 Large Sides, I ordered an additional order of Fries for the table just in case. The meats included Brisket, Pulled Pork, Smoked Pork Ribs, Pork Belly and 2 Hot Links (Flavor is selectable). For sides, we chose the Chili, Kimchi Fried Rice, and Mac and Cheese. Let me say, when I hear Michelin Star, I tend to be a little judgmental. But, this earned the star and so much more. The Brisket was so tender and you can taste and see the smoke from the first bite. The fat melded so elegantly with the meat that it was halfway falling off the bone. Speaking of that, the ribs did just that. The pulled pork had a ton of flavor and the hot links (Cheddar Jalapeño and Hot Link) were snappy and savory. The Pork belly stole the show in the meats department for me. The fat and lean meat was so clearly stacked and the glaze on top gave it another dimension. Sides wise, the Mac and Cheese was the least impactful of the three. It was great, but the other two tickled my palette more so. I was glad we ordered fries, we dipped it in the chili and made our own chili cheese fries paired with the Mac n Cheese. That in of itself was such a big back move. Rounding out the experience was the Kimchi Fried Rice which added a ton of kick paired with the Pork Belly. There are chunks of it in there too which makes it the perfect pairing. For good measure, and bit of celebration, I added a Mango inspired IPA which sweetness enhanced the BBQ even further. Safe to say I enjoyed the journey that Moo's took us on and I will be back. However, the line was forming and they do run out of meats fast. So get there ASAP and enjoy! read more

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Yea, it can be a pain to get because of the few days they're open, but it's definitely worth the time and effort. The Michelin Star was a nice reward and acknowledgement for them, but for the customers, it just comes down to the fantastic food of BBQ, sides and excellent customer service. We ordered ahead, but you can also wait in line and get an order in. Currently it's only pick-up, but that flex's from what I understand. The brisket was basically meat butter because it just falls apart. The rib, was a little more firm, but also fell apart effortlessly. The sandwich was huge and so flavorful and so much falls off, it's basically another meal. Yum. We had some peeps who didn't order because they were trying to cut out red meat... lol... that didn't go well when the food arrived; They sucked it down and realized diets are dumb. ;) read more

Moo's Craft Barbecue - Brisket Sandwich - Barbeque Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Ahh what better way to spend valentine's day than some good ol BBQ! It's way across town from us by the beach, and we've been wanting to try this place forever, so it was a special day. With all the reviews, YouTube videos, and accolades, we went in with super high expectations. Especially with the mouth watering smells emanating from the place as we waited an hour in line. So, did it live up to the hype? Partially. The stand out is the meat. Hands down. The brisket and the Saturday beef rib special were absolutely spectacular. The seasoning, the fatty moisture throughout, the perfect cook, tender, juicy. Yes, incredible. The pickles were fantaaastic as well. Where it fell short were the sides. The mac was fine with nice, crispy breadcrumbs on top, the potato salad was fine but could've used more herbs, and the slaw had a perfect acidic break that we needed. However, the Texas chili and the beans were so salty to the point of being inedible. The beans are usually my favorite side, and I was so disappointed that we couldn't even eat them. With that being said, rather than throwing them out, we took them home and combined them with unsalted tomatoes to make a pasta sauce, and that turned them edible, so all's not lost! Then, we were planning on taking the banana pudding home, but we had one bite and decided to just finish it there haha. So, all in all, I'm SO glad we finally made it, and it turned out to be a special valentine's day BBQ. I really want to come back for the burger and another dessert, but given how far it is and how long the line is, it'll have to wait for another special day. read more

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Moo's is amazing. Their burgers and ribs are delicious. So is their desserts. Their service is family owned so very friendly and warm. I was speaking with the owners mom a real sweetheart. The ambience is very lively and almost feels like a pub. I've gone a few times and best to go with friends since the food is so hearty and a lot of eat together. read more