Well, it's been about a week since I came across Joe's barbecue there in Redding on our way home…read morefrom my uncle's funeral in Visalia California. I have to tell you , truthfully, I called 10 minutes before they were about to close . I begged the lady on the phone , I need to order something. I gotta try your barbecue I'm only 7 minutes away. So they put together a phone order, I showed up and who was sitting at the table but Joe. You talk about a friendly guy, we sat and chatted. I ended up opening up my meal, calling my sister to come in from the car and sit down. He went in the back and made me some concoction that was out of this world. Here's the thing the Carolina barbecue sauce made with the mustard is so freaking phenomenal. I bought a container of it and brought it home and put it in a glass jar and have been allowing my children to taste it on the back of a spoon and tonight we're actually going to barbecue wings and toss them in it. Hands down "This is the best Carolina honey barbecue sauce" I've ever tasted and I've tasted a lot. Whatever his secret is, I would love to have it cause I want to can it and I'm not sure why he doesn't bottle this and sell it himself. It is literally gold in a bottle. Now, as far as their sweet potatoes, I was so impressed because usually when you go to a barbecue place, they give you orange yams and call them sweet potatoes. Not this guy he had straight yellow sweet potatoes with some type of honey brown sugar goodness dripping over the top. The pork ribs were fantastic and so were the smothered fries with the barbecued pork my Lord just rub it on my hips. The hospitality was phenomenal. He gave me a little bit of his rub that he puts on his ribs. Just so I could smell it and have a sample because I am a chef. I told him he needs to come up to where we're from in Portland, Oregon, and bring his barbecue. Don't miss this spot it's BBq to live for!!!

Smokin'Joe's Barbecue - A Culinary Experience Worth Raving About…read more From the moment you step through the doors of Smokin'Joe's, you're greeted by the comforting aroma of slow‑smoked wood and the warm smiles of a staff that feels more like family than service. It's clear that this isn't just another BBQ joint--it's a celebration of the craft, the community, and the love of great food. The Meat: Unmatched Quality What truly sets Smokin'Joe's apart is its dedication to sourcing the finest cuts. Each slab of brisket, pork shoulder, and rib is hand‑selected for marbling, tenderness, and flavor potential. The result? A melt‑in‑your‑mouth texture that feels almost luxurious. The beef brisket boasts a deep, smoky bark that cracks delicately under a fork, revealing a juicy, pink interior that's been cooked low and slow for hours on end. The pork ribs are fall‑off‑the‑bone tender, with just enough char to give that satisfying bite without overwhelming the natural sweetness of the meat. The Barbecue: Perfection in Every Bite Smokin'Joe's takes pride in its signature rubs and sauces, each crafted to complement--not mask--the natural flavors of the meat. The rubs strike a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and subtle spice, while the house‑made sauce adds a tangy finish that lingers pleasantly on the palate. Whether you opt for the classic hickory smoke or experiment with a hint of mesquite, the consistency across the menu is remarkable: every piece is smoked to a precise temperature, ensuring that the smoky essence penetrates without ever drying out the meat. The Atmosphere: Warm‑Hearted Hospitality Beyond the food, the heart of Smokin'Joe's lies in its people. The staff greet you by name (even if it's your first visit) and take genuine interest in your preferences, offering recommendations tailored to your taste. Their enthusiasm is infectious; you'll find yourself chatting with fellow diners, sharing stories over plates piled high with smoked goodness. The décor--a blend of rustic wood, vintage signage, and subtle nods to classic Southern barbecue culture--creates a cozy, inviting space where you feel right at home. Bottom Line If you're hunting for a barbecue experience that combines top‑tier cuts, masterful smoking techniques, and a community vibe that makes you want to linger long after the last bite, Smokin'Joe's is the place to be. It's not just a meal; it's a celebration of everything good about barbecue--quality, craftsmanship, and heartfelt hospitality--all rolled into one unforgettable dining adventure.

Wow! We ordered takeout from this restaurant and the food exceeded our expectations! We love…read moreMongolian BBQ and would normally go in to a restaursnt like this for the experience, but being on the road, we didnt have time and needed something delivered to our hotel. We each got the BBQ bowls and thought they were very generous portions, like what we would expect if we had eaten in. A wide range of options, delicious house sauce - and the food was still steaming hot inside the box. I cant remember having takeout this warm before. And the restaurant was a few miles away! So delightful. All in all an excellent and unexpected perfect place to get takeout from!

My son has been raving about the spot for months and with his football games, I have not had the…read moretime. This place is amazing. The staff is all upbeat and positive starting with the hostess and her bubbly personality, she took any negative feelings we might have had away. Our server was amazing, close when we needed something, but never a bother PLUS she recommended the Jayden roll, thank you . The cook engaged and made a show of heating our food. The inside is very comfortable as well and set up to manage all of the activity that comes from making your own plates. Extensive sushi menu and bar menu too for those who want. Too many options for proteins, veggies and sauces to list making it possibly the best bang for the buck around.

When I crave BBQ this is my absolute go to place. Boneless country ribs are my absolute favoritesread more

Had to be the worst bbq i have ever had you cant dump bbq sauce and call it bbq would not recommend…read moreit

"We were just passing through town and found this place. Amazing food and outstanding service!"read more

Highly recommend Cattlemen's Steakhouse. We had the 14 oz Ribeye and 6 oz Petite Filet. Cooked to a…read moreperfect medium-rare All you can eat Salad, Sourdough Bread, and delicious Ranch Beans. Great service too Definitely exceeded our expectations. We'll be back

I was hangry for a salad for dinner and needed a sandwich for the next days hiking…read more The salad was massive! Fresh Romaine leaves and croutons and the grilled chicken was moist with a nice, tasty grill on the outside while easy to bite through. I couldn't stop eating it. You have about 7 choices of dressing which the put on the side so you can choose how much. $14.50 but it could easily feed 2 people. The sandwich was so big I had it for 2 meals. The turkey was juicy with sourdough bread, good cheddar cheese, not overly mayonnaised, and a few large leaves of lettuce. I had the best hike after this delicious 1/2 of the sandwich. Ate the other the day prior and it was so delicious I scarfed it down forgetting to take a picture. $14.49 and again can feed 2 people. This place stays really busy for a reason - exceptional food and great service. If I lived in Redding, this would be a dangerous place for me.

My husband is what you would consider a professional sandwich eater. He can make a stack at home…read morethat you could really pay top dollar for, and he is incredibly choosy and picky about where he will eat a sandwich outside of the house. Don't get me wrong, there are plenty of places that he likes to get a sandwich... I just need you to understand how incredibly picky he is. Enter Dills deli m. Not only was he completely blown away by their delicious sandwiches, but my daughter stands by the fact that this was the best pastrami she's ever had. Now, as any good parent would, I have educated this kid on the ins and outs of pastrami, and for her to deem this one the best is a major accomplishment. The spot is super clean, the servers are incredibly friendly, and the food is spot on. Absolutely worth your time.

Logan's has been a staple since moving here to Redding. My boyfriend and I call it one of rotation…read morestaples for a night out dinner. (Huge steak people). We have yet to have a bad experience here. The staff is always so friendly and attentive. We typically order the jalepeno poppers which is spicy and creamy all together. There's always that one popper though that is way spicer then the rest and it is a fun surprise when one of us gets it. The steaks all together are cooked the way you like it. We always order medium rare and each time it is cooked just like so. The sides are your normal sides- will say it is your average- Ceasar is one of the go-tos and it's great everytime. Same with the baked potato. Our favorite though, has to be the rolls! With the delicious butter. They are definitely bigger than some of the competitors. And we always ask for some extra for our take home cause we can never finish our meal because we get so stuffed. The establishment is normally busy when we go in. But are always seated within less than 10 minutes. The decor is like your roadhouse with graphics, old school posters and decals. See you soon Logan's!

We stayed at the hotel next door so we decided to come check this place out plus we wanted to watch…read morethe NFL game. They had a bar in the middle with lots of TVs around the area so that was nice. Service took a little bit longer than expected but they did look a little short staff and we were not in a rush so we didn't mind. Everyone was moving and you could tell they were working hard. Menu was not overwhelming, prices were avg Let's talk about their bread rolls. It came with butter and another butter but it wasn't just any butter. Myself and my family were obsessed we needed another round. It was a honey cinnamon butter and it was so good. If we are ever in the area again, we are definitely making a pit stop her

Driving back to the Bay Area after visiting Ashland, OR we pulled off in Redding for late lunch…read more Easy parking right out front. Our friendly server, Nicole, seated us immediately. She provided excellent descriptions of menu items, returned quickly with 2 ice cold Mug root beer to quench our thirst and took our order of one Woody's BLT to share on a hoagie roll plus tater tots Both were outstanding! The dining/ bar area and restrooms were clean. Lots of draft beer options. Highly recommend with special praise for Nicole who went out of her way to make us feel welcome!

The third star is for the waitress. Waitress was fantastic…read more Had the fish & chips (switched out for tots and beer cheese). Great beer cheese, and the tots were good. Great tartar sauce. The breading on the fish was thick. Too thick. Did I mention the tartar sauce. Will have to go with a burger next time, no more fish.

By far the best restaurant I've been at sense moving to Redding. Thank you for the amazing meal.read more

We were strolling on Yelp to find a place to grab dinner while staying in Redding for a day. We…read morestumbled on this place. Looked through their menu online and decided to give them a try. Located in the Placer Heights Plaza, next to Starbucks. Same plaza as Holiday Market and CVS Pharmacy. We were seated immediately as they were not busy. The menu was a bit different than online. Our server came to take our order. He didn't introduce himself and seemed like he didn't want to be there. We decided on the fried green tomatoes, fried chicken sandwich and catfish po' boy. When the po' boy came out, we thought it was burnt! We didn't know the catfish will be blackened by default. We thought it will be fried since it is a po' boy. The options can be blackened or fried based on the menu online. We were not given those options by our server. They brought out the food but didnt provide utensils until minutes later. Fried green tomatoes: It was good. Fried perfectly. The dressing that was tossed with the side salad was super salty. Catfish po' boy: Fish was tender but super salty as well. Fried chicken sandwich: Pretty good sandwich. Chicken was huge. The fries was so soggy, not crispy at all. Also very greasy. We were a bit disappointed as we drove out of our way to try this place. Nice ambiance though. I felt I was a bit underdressed lol

Located in a strip mall near Safeway. We sat out on the patio with the dogs. They were having…read morebingo night which was a lot of fun! Great tap list and friendly service.

Stellar service and stellar hard root beer! We walked in and within moments were warmly greeted by…read moresomeone at the bar, the place was pretty packed, so he came out from behind to chat with us and give us the rundown. We tasted a couple things and I ended up going with a pint of the hard root beer, which was amazing. We ended up taking a 6 pack of it to go and I'm still bummed we didn't get more. I also tried a seltzer, which was good, just not what I was wanting in the moment. Boyfriend ended up getting a flight with a few different styles of beers and a seltzer. I tried a few of the brews and liked some of the hazier ones. Brent, who had helped us earlier checked in a few times and made sure we were liking everything, truly such great service and super friendly.

Love this place! So affordable, good food, amazing service every time! The only complaints I ever…read moresee about the place are stuff they can't control, or just completely wrong. Love the sushi always so fresh and really big pieces and a lot of them for such a great price, not to mention the noodle bowl you can build and see cooked in front of you.

This place is very clean, and the food is great quality! The sushi is always 10/10 as well! Great…read moreservice!!