I've been here a few times and always enjoyed the food. Most recent time was with my parents for…read moreDineLA. The DineLA set was BBQ for 2 for $55. We also got a pulled pork lunch plate. It was a good amount of food overall and nice to be able to try all the meats. My parents really enjoyed it. We especially liked the ribs, cornbread, and hush puppies, which has a nice crunchy exterior. Service was good and friendly. The parking lot is very small but we were able to get street parking not too far away.

I remember when I almost died in 2015 in Kansas City it was because I had meals as big as this one…read morefor four days straight. I didn't have Toby along. I didn't have anyone with me telling me that eating a four-pack of high calorie, high carb, and high cholesterol meals in less than 100 hours probably wasn't the smartest idea. But, holy hells, was it worth it. Sometimes you've just got to say eff it and go for the barbecue. Especially when the spare rib plates shine like a new pin like at Max City. I enjoyed the way this platter came out with all those half-dozen St. Louis ribs piled up like a stack of wood next to the pristine Mac and the even better baked beans. And, as a famous eater once said, I especially enjoyed the experience of getting them in my belly. I don't know if I've ever mentioned it before, but this unholy trinity is a serious contender for what I'd want as my last meal on Earth. Ribs. Mac. Beans. Simple. The service was great here. It was like cozying up to your local bbq joint and being greeted like you were a regular. Every word and smile was genuine, and they moved to get you your meal with purpose. The ambiance was grand. It was like you'd been let in on the secret of a great hole-in-the-wall bbq speakeasy and you were doing your best to soak it all in. It's not the biggest location and definitely not tye most upscale, but I'm of the belief the best barbecue spots aren't pretentious and aren't trying to wow you with pizazz. They just want to get a good meal in you and send you home happy. Max City does this in spades. I don't know how often I'll make it out this way to Eagle Rock before I die someday. But I've been thinking if my time should happen to expire eating a caseful of ribs, mac, and beans--that would be such a heavenly way to pass. At least I'd be doing something I love.

A classic staple BBQ in the Pasadena area!…read more GREAT HAPPY HOUR. From 3pm-5:30pm Mon- Friday! The have a fantastic happy hour with half off some of their drinks and half off certain appetizers and entrees (check thier website!). Their corn bread is a must with thier iconic japelpeno jam spread (though its not included on thier happy hour). They have great sides and appetizers, and haven't had one I didn't like! Their baby back, spare ribs, and brisket are fantastic with sauces on the side if you wanted to more BBQ sauce to your BBQ meat! Though in my opinion, I don't need it usually, as the meats are already so flavorful as is! I'd say its great for groups, though a bit pricy, but boy is this good, hearty, fall of the bone, BBQ! The servers have always been great and kind and even when we were celebrating a birthday last visit, they brought out a icecream Sundae with a candle! Very sweet! I talked to a man at the South Pasadena museum and told us that Gus's is the oldest BBQ establishment in California, serving hungry patrons since 1946. They haven't been in business in over 70 years for nothing! Thought it's been a long time, the place is still well maintained and updated so it still is nice and clean, but still keeping its historic core. Come by this meaty institution for their renowned classic American barbaque, with great libations, great food and amazing service with tasty history!

Just reviewing the food: get to try the ribs and two meat combo and two sides…read more St Louis style spareribs was my favorite, it was juicy and tender, they gave us extra sauce which I understand why, the sauce on the ribs were on the top only. Brisket was good, I enjoyed the charred layer of fat which helped moisten the lean meat. The pulled pork was both a mix of dry and moist, there was a slab of fat which I ate and it was so good and then the lean meat which my son enjoyed. Since we were eating this at home we decided to try sides we normally don't make at home. Creamed corn was sweet, thick, and hints of spices I can't pinpoint but makes it unique from other creamed corn I've tried. Dirty rice was drier than I expected but a good kick in spices, it's a hit or miss since the spiciness is coming from the ground meat, so the rice itself wasn't spicy. Overall as a meal for one (I assumed it was for two when I read it on the menu but it might've been for one person), it's is a lot of food! As a meal for 2 it is just good amount! For the price of $40, and in Pasadena, worth it. But we may occasionally come for a treat given parking seems to be by luck or pay to park and walk!

We were so impressed! We were feeling apathetic about where to eat and decided to just jump in the…read morecar and drive down verdugo looking for places we hadn't tried or hadn't been in a while. We are so glad we did! The casual atmosphere out front and the lunch special banner lead us to believe we'd be having a cheaper dinner. We were ushered into a beautiful outdoor patio dining area, greeted by very friendly staff and supplied with carefully selected table settings. The environment was charming and relaxing. The menu was large and varied. We settled on a few things to try and wished we could have ordered more. The Greek salad was absolutely delicious. Everything was so fresh, the flavors were perfectly balanced. The chicken breast kabob plate was so generous in its portions, the chicken skewers were huge. The rice was wonderful as was everything else. We also got the egg boat to share and the bread was incredible. We definitely want to go back and try other wood fired items there. I'm sure the pizza is wonderful if it uses the same bread. Pricing on everything was very reasonable considering all the factors. I definitely got the impression that this is run with love by a family. They were friendly and kind, and their love of food showed in every bite. Their pride in their endeavor showed in all of the little touches in creating a nice atmosphere. We will be back

Our second visit and it was as good as our first visit. It is not in a main restaurant area, so you…read morewill need to look for it. The Armenian Salad was deliciously fresh. The pork BBQ was the best meat we had, followed closely by the lamb chops. The chicken breast was very good but lost out in a tough competition. We added Fries which are slices of potatoes, not French fries. They were not greasy and seasoned very nicely. And we had the Adjarian Khachapouri again, because we could not pass up this mouth watering delight. A sumptuous mix of bread, cheese , egg and spices. Add in a clean patio for dining, a friendly and attentive owner, and it is not to be missed.

They catered food for my daughter's birthday party and they made the entire process nothing but…read moreseamless. Communication was excellent, prices and details were very clear and easy to understand. Food was delicious. Our guests enjoyed everything, the beef brisket and mac and cheese were definitely the crowd favorite. Service was great as well. Highly recommended! Thank you Judith and to your team!

Was looking for a good Tri Tip a sandwich everybody we use in our area was closed or out of…read more It we saw this place Mission Barbecue call them said they deliver which was Great showed 5 stars and it was The meat was delicious they said it would be here at a certain time and it was will definitely use them again Thank you for the Great food And service

Gosh, I love this place.. I mean, all bbq places nowadays are extremely expensive, but I feel like…read moreyou get a decent amount of food here. They have outdoor seating only.. the inside is just for ordering and they do have a restroom available. The service is always just whatever, but they're never rude, so it's fine. The bbq itself is amazing. I definitely recommend stopping by if you're ever in the atea. It's also never crowded, which is great.. to me, at least.

We have had food from The Swinging Door Texas BBQ before, although it was quite a long time ago,…read moreand back then it was fantastic. After all this time, we decided to give it another try and get some food to go. First, I want to mention that the young woman at the counter was very nice and friendly. She is actually the reason I'm giving this place two stars. Before I get to the food, though, there is something I have wanted to say for a long time about restaurants and takeout orders. Why don't restaurants simply ASK customers whether they need plastic cutlery before automatically throwing it into every takeout bag? When I order food to go, chances are I'm taking it home, where--believe it or not--I actually own forks, knives, and spoons. I don't need another little package of plastic utensils that goes straight into the trash. Wouldn't it make sense from a business standpoint as well? Ask the customer, "Do you need utensils?" If the answer is no, you don't give them any. The restaurant has to buy less plastic cutlery, saves some money, and maybe some of those savings could eventually be reflected in the prices customers are paying. Isn't that kind of a no-brainer when you're running a business? And then there is the environmental aspect. I know that unnecessary waste doesn't seem to concern everybody in this country very much, but seriously, doesn't anybody care how much unnecessary plastic trash we produce? In the country I'm originally from, people have been taught for decades to take recycling seriously and to avoid unnecessary waste whenever possible. Don't automatically hand out plastic utensils, bags, etc. when people don't need them. Just ASK. It really doesn't require much effort. Okay, now to the food. As I said, I used to LOVE the food from this place. I love American BBQ in general, so I was really looking forward to it. For two meals, we ended up paying more than $60. At that price, I expected considerably more than what we received. My spouse ordered a combo with pork ribs, brisket, baked beans, garlic bread, and an extra cornbread. I ordered the tri-tip with mac and cheese and garlic bread. What happened to this place? I will give credit where credit is due: **the brisket was very good. Really good, actually.** Unfortunately, that was pretty much the highlight. The pork ribs were WAY too tough for BBQ. And the so-called "garlic bread"? Calling this garlic bread is almost an offense to garlic bread. Rubbery, tasteless, and just plain gross. Then there was my meal, which I had really been looking forward to. The tri-tip was tough as shoe soles. It also had the strangest coloration I've ever seen--pink on the outside and well-done on the inside. I honestly don't know how you even accomplish that. I've eaten at plenty of BBQ restaurants over the years, and I don't remember ever seeing tri-tip looking like that. And the mac and cheese... I'm a mac and cheese fan, so this one particularly hurt. Bland and soupy. Calling this mac and cheese was almost insulting to mac and cheese. And yes, I got the same excuse for "garlic bread" that my spouse did. Just awful. It's really disappointing because we remembered this place as having fantastic food. Maybe we caught them on a particularly bad day, but when you're spending more than $60 on takeout for two people, there shouldn't be this many things wrong with the meal. So, yep. I guess this was the very last time we'll be getting food from here. Sorry, Swinging Door. I really wanted to still like you.

I grew up in Hollywood, but I had no idea that some of the best barbecue has been happening a few…read moreblocks down in Fairfax for the last 15 years. Luckily, my younger brother turned me on to Bludso's recently and we just finished a family lunch there. Since they only serve their sandwiches on weekdays, we opted for Fried Okra, "2 Meats 2 Sides"(chicken and brisket), two sandwich buns. At the suggestion of our server, Beto, we added an extra quarter pound of sliced brisket. Beto really knows what he's doing... and because of him it was a perfectly satisfying amount of food for the three of us. He definitely went above and beyond. We're looking forward to heading there on one of the next weekdays our teenager has off to try their sandwiches.

Wow, this BBQ spot really surprised me! I work so close by and can't believe it took me this long…read moreto finally try it. The customer service was great--super friendly, welcoming, and easy to talk to. I also like how active and engaging they are on social media. The place has a nice, relaxed atmosphere too. But let's get to the important part--the food! The tri-tip was tender and full of flavor, the baked beans were delicious, and the mac & cheese was definitely on point. And that watermelon lemonade? WOW! That might be worth the trip by itself. If you're looking for good BBQ and great service, give this place a try. I'd definitely recommend it, and I'll be coming back!

Moos Craft Barbeque did not disappoint! The tri-tip plate was absolutely delicious, and the prices…read morewere 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!

Moo's Craft Barbecue has been on my list of BBQ joints to try while in the LA area. I recently had…read morean 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.

Food is excellent and fresh Service was great and friendly…read moreVery quiet and relaxing place

We gave this place three chances, and every single time there were serious issues…read more During our first two visits, the meat was spoiled -- the smell was strong even from a distance. It was impossible to ignore. On our third visit, we ordered a specific lemonade, but were given a completely different one, and it was close to its expiration date. This level of quality and service is unacceptable. We are extremely disappointed and will not be coming back.

I've been coming here since I was a kid, & being in my 30's now coming here it still holds the same…read moreoutstanding flavorful food quality. My go to order is their grilled chicken breast, or their tri tip 7 oz with the side of sweet mash & Mac n cheese -- it hits every time! I am obsessed with their sweet mash it's a must have for me. I highly advise you to ask for the garlic bread rolls with bbq sauce on the side 10/10 !!! The service at this location was very pleasant. From the host, to our server, everything was top tier each time we visited. The location is extremely well up kept, clean, & everyone works & moves very organized. I love that. I work in restaurant management so seeing this when I go out is a green flag for me. Will definitely be back soon! Parking tip: located next door there is a parking garage for the restaurant, I believe its 90 minutes, or just restricted to only wood ranch grill customers, either way its FREEEEE:)

For supposed bbq, it's very mid. My brisket wasn't sliced or bbq'd. Just very undercooked made on…read morea grill. I had to send it back. The baked potato was the star and if I ever return i would just order that. Bar service was stellar. The restaurant is all stained woods and pretty large. All country themed. Not a smoker on site.

Firstly let me say service was 10/10 even though they were short staffed they sat me outside upon…read moremy request, Rachel was friendly, attentive, knew the menu, had recommendations that were ready on the fly which tells me she eats here too, the recommendations were top notch! Atmosphere was awsome, had music but not too loud to have a conversation, chairs and tables were clean and comfortable. Food was plated well, tasted amazing, same with the cocktail it was clearly crafted well and was balanced. In California were spoiled this spot is a must see.

Made a reservation online using open table. It was very simple and easy to navigate. Called the…read morerestaurant on the day of the reservation stating we were running 15 min behind and that our number has decreased by 2. Not an issue, got thanked for the update. It wasnt that busy at the time of our arrival. There were a lot of tables and the noise level was quiet. The host was nice and sat us not too long after we arrived. The table that we got sat at was extremely wobbly. My father-in-law noticed another table had napkins placed underneath to stabilize so he did the same to our table and it worked. Tara took our order and brought out the drinks. The food was 90% great! The 10% that fell short was a combination of things. 1) menu online and the physical menu said corn bread (which we were told no longer serves them). If its no longer available, update the menu because we were excited to try the corn bread. 2) a bbq place with no wet naps, that is really weird. However, they did bring me a stack of paper towels that were wet as if they were wet naps. 3) only 1 steak knife was provided in the platters. It was hard for a party of 6 to cut up meat with only 1 steak knife. 4) one of the sides came out cold, and hard. I bit into a macaroni and it felt raw because of how hard it was! I even dropped the macaroni on the plate and it rang! We brought it to the servers attention and we were able to get a fresh one free of charge. We loved the short ribs and the tomahawk steak! They were delicious. Baked potato as a side item was very large! During the whole time we were eating, no one came by to check on us, refills were not provided until after we were done eating. We never got one of the drinks that Tara wrote down and it showed up on the check. I was trying to get a staff members attention, and my hand was raised up, and there were hosts that saw my hand raised, but did nothing. There were other servers and runners that saw it too. Took a while for us to get any help. We eventually flagged down our server after what felt like 5 minutes. We brought the charge to our servers attention, and they corrected that too. Overall, the table service could have been a lot better, fix broken tables, and I suggest you bring your own wet naps or baby wipes because they dont supply any.