Delicious food. A little bit out-of-the-way but certainly worth it. The ribs reminded me of the old trader Vic's restaurant at the Beverly Hilton. We will likely return. It's a very rustic environment. They apparently have an RV campground on premises as well. That being said, we were waiting for over half an hour before we actually were able to place an order. read more

So cute. Great find tucked away off the 14 near Agua Dulce Canyon. Indoor outdoor seating. Yes it's an RV park and a cool one! For kids: they had a bouncy jumper for Easter. They have swings and a small gymnasium. There's space for the kiddos to ride bikes. No grass though and didn't see any dogs. Ambience: At night they have lighting across the parking lot and outdoors super cute. Indoor is bright and casual bar feel. Service: slow but good and expected. They need more laborers. Food: Mac n cheese are shells and thick and the cheese is a white creamy cheese but it was served cold. Probably great when hot. Cornbread is fantastic if you like very dense dulce de leche kind of moist cornbread that's cake like. Really great with the cowboy beans and spicy sausage. Spicy sausage is juice and spicy. A little thin though. Garlic butter wings are good but I asked for them to be fried well done and they were not. Cowboy beans are a little tart with the vinegar but good and hearty. Draft beers are good. Lucky Luke blonde was solid. Good for large groups. If sit outside be ready for mosquitos, wind blowing, they have portable heaters if needed. Very cute spot and food was flavorful just cold. I'll be back. read more

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Yum yum yum! Found this all the way in the valley. It was like a scene from an old western movie scene. So cool. Foods were delicious! Service was so kind and friendly. Couldn't ask for better service. lol it was a mellow environment and had a cool vibe. Only had Happy Hour munchies, but will be back for a feast next time. read more

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This was my first time here to eat. All I can say is Wow. The service was immediately welcoming and amazing. The waitress was quick and attentive. The food comes out fast. We started with wings , which were crispy but moist on the inside. Pork belly bites holy smokes ! So Good. We then had the jalapeños popper which was so flavorful and delish. We were already almost full but still ordered the 1/2 rack of ribs and tri tip. Both were exactly what we were craving ! The side dishes were so good. Fries, beans , coleslaw, corn bread. I'm super sad that I only now ate there. This will be the new go to spot. Weather and vibes were perfect. There was a band. Thanks for the great food and the great service . See y'all soon. read more

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This place is fantastic and we found it by chance after striking out on several locations we wanted to try. Not only is this location located in a picturesque setting, surrounded by mountains, train sounds in the distance, water flowing from the nearby river; they even have an RV park where you can stay at. All this is before you even talk about the food. The food is delicious, BBQ in front of you, amazing outdoor communal dining, on the weekends they even have live music to enjoy. This place was amazing and just the kind of place we were looking to enjoy on Valentine's Day Weekend. Amazing food, super friendly staff, great beer selection, great live music, honestly what else could you ask for?! They made it truly enjoyable and we'll be looking forward to coming back and enjoying some brisket and delicious Mac and cheese, cornbread, and honey butter. Thank y'all for an amazing time! read more

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Came here to celebrate my son's birthday after he kept telling us we had to try this place--and I'm glad we listened. This spot is truly a hidden gem in Santa Clarita for American BBQ. The food was excellent and the service made the experience even better. Ray, our server, was friendly, attentive, and made sure we were well taken care of throughout the night. The vibe in the evening is really nice too--relaxed, welcoming, and perfect for a casual dinner. I was a little worried my wife might not enjoy it since she's not usually a big fan of American BBQ, but to our surprise she loved it. If you're coming here, the brisket is a must-try--tender, flavorful, and cooked just right. For appetizers, the jalapeño poppers and the loaded fries were both standout items and definitely worth ordering. Overall, great food, great service, and a great atmosphere. We'll definitely be back. read more

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River's End is one unassuming but fantastic BBQ spot that is worth making your way out to! Although I wanted to try the Tri-Tip, Brisket, and Pulled Pork, the special of the day was a huge Beef Short Rib (~1LB) with two sides that my wife and I shared. Meat was seasoned and smoked well, fall of the bone tender, and fat was rendered through. One of the better short ribs I've had in a long time, and while the spicy bbq sauce wasn't needed, it was tangy enough to help even out the richness of the meat. The side of sprouts are smoked, then deep fried and hit with a balsamic glaze, and were quite good. Fries were seasoned well and crispy, I could have had a ton of them. I did get to try some brisket and onion rings from another person in our party and the brisket was decent considering it was pretty close to closing and the onion rings were tasty. Food came out in a timely fashion and service was extremely friendly. We felt like we were regulars even though we had never been. Extra point for having a good local beer on draft (I wish they had more local options, but at least they had Lucky Luke!). Wind your way through Soledad Canyon and pop in to River's End for a cold beer and good BBQ! You might even get lucky and find live music or comedy on their outdoor stage or inside the pub, but one thing's for sure, you're guaranteed to get a good plate of BBQ! read more

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My parents have been raving about this place so of course when I came to visit they had to take my husband and I for some good BBQ. Growing up in Acton, I was definitely hesitant about a BBQ place in an old RV Park I used to drive by whenever I took the scenic drive home from SCV, but dang this place far exceeded my expectations. First of all, huge shoutout to our waitress, Lorna, as well as the hostess. They were both super friendly and offered exceptional service. The restaurant was pretty big. There was a fairly large indoor dining area, a separate bar, a covered patio, and picnic tables outside. We chose to sit outside since the weather was so nice. We loved the string lights as it added to the cozy atmosphere. They also have live music, but we came later in the evening and missed it (hoping to catch the music next time we come). Now let's talk BBQ. There are a ton of amazing BBQ joints in the State & City I now live, but River's End was some of the best we've had in a long time. My husband and I split the Sunday Special, the beef short rib, which was MASSIVE! It looked like a dinosaur bone. The meat was so tender that we never needed a knife and it had great flavor. We had fries and Brussel sprouts for our sides; fries were standard but good, the Brussels were sooooo delicious. My mom got the 50/50 plate with brisket and pulled pork. Both meats were super tender and juicy, but we all enjoyed the pulled pork slightly more than the brisket. My dad had a mad craving for a burger and said it was pretty good. Going in with low expectations, I was certainly blown away and I'm looking forward to the next time we visit my folks so we can come back for dinner. read more

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We heard about this place on Instagram. Decided to give them a try. Its a short 10 min drive up Soledad from Sierra hwy/Soledad intersection. We drove into the RV park and found parking right away. We could hear the band and considered sitting outside but decided to sit indoors instead. My friend and I decided to split a brisket plate and share their pulled pork fries . Our server's name was Janet or Janice. I don't remember. (Sorry girl) She had a warm smile and provided great service. My friend and I decided to split a brisket plate. The brisket plate comes with two sides. We decided on mac and cheese and brussel sprouts. We also ordered pulled pork fries and an extra side of cornbread. The fries came out first. The flavor was well balanced and very delicious. Our brisket platter came shortly after. The Brisket was very good with great flavor, a little dry for my taste but I assume it because we came towards the end of the night. Very good nonetheless. The indoor dining experience was great. We were able to catch some of the dodger game and still have time to go outside and enjoy the band. My friend and I really enjoyed this place. We will definitely come back and bring her husbands. read more

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Wow... we ordered all the appetizers and they were all excellent. We all had different main dishes and every single thing they put out was absolutely amazing. I have already been back 3 times since & they have yet to let me down. Keep up the good work! They also have some type of entertainment like bands in the evenings. I think maybe Thursday- Sunday.... I may be wrong on the days but they definitely set up for bands in the evening!! read more

Nestled in the Soledad canyon, this isolated place is a sweet find. If you want to get away from the city and take in a more rustic ambiance, this is a great spot to grab some grub and a drink. Price - $$$ Quality - 5 Ambiance - 4 Portions - 3 Cleanliness - 5 Although mixed cocktails are not available, variations of great beers and seltzers are and I would recommend them. The BBQ is well smoked but portions are a tad small for the cost. The smash burgers rock and deserts are nice touches to end the meal. The band this evening was a gem and better then 98% of live band acts. Recommend visiting this establishment read more

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My family of four, including our two little ones, visited for the very first time today for lunch. From the moment we walked in, the service was exceptional. Our waiter and the entire staff were incredibly welcoming, offering spot‑on recommendations for both drinks and dishes that made us feel like instant regulars. When the food arrived, the tri‑tips and the beans absolutely stole the show. They were rich and flavorful. And the ambience sealed the deal: the whole place has the warm, lived‑in charm of an old Southern barbecue joint. We will definitely return. read more

Off the beaten path, but worth the drive. Friendly staff. Chill spot with country vibe. Ribs were Outstanding. Tender, flavorful cooked just right. Pork belly bites were delicious little nuggets. Juicy and tasty with a sweet spicy kick. Brisket sandwich had great texture on the meat, and topped with pickled unions and cabbage. Sauces had a zesty flavor and complemented the meats very well. We look forward to going back to enjoy one of their nights with live music, and to check out the bar side or the outdoor bar area. read more

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You gotta check this place out! Legit barbecue, (native Texan here), and amazing vibes. Friendly people, and live music. We were there on a rainy Sunday and can't wait to go back when it's more lively. read more

River's End - Pubs Near Me - Santa Clarita, California

What a hidden gem!!!!!!!!!!! This place is so close to LA yet feels like you are not only in another state but in another time period. The vibe is very western. The staff is great! Very kind and personable. You mean something here. They dont just serve you beer and food but great conversation as well. But the gold is the food!!!! The BBQ is top notch! Should be Michelin Star 110% With 10 taps flowing including everybody'sfavorites! 805,, Lucky Luke's, Hazy IPA, Space Dust by Elysian, Brown Knows Cider and for those looking to keep it simple they have good old Coors, Models and Michelob Ultra for those trying to keep it light. Its a fantastic spot for family (kid friendly), friends get together, motorcycle club meets, car club gatherings and so on with a great canyon to drive just out of the driveway. But it doesnt stop there every weekend they host some of the best local bands in Southern California!!! Worth the drive no matter where you're coming from this spot will not disappoint!!! I can guarantee it. read more

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The smoked chicken with cherry glaze is the best. So tender and juicy was the half chicken throughout. You could taste that smoky cherry glaze and it set it apart from a plain old bbq. I enjoyed all the sides especially the cornbread which was really moist and had a perfect texture. Iced tea is fresh brewed and bold just the way I like it. The staff treated me and my family well so that's what I really appreciated. read more

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My son called me and said he was at Rivers end. I went out and had a really great time. They had a live outdoor bluegrass band, a free bounce house for kids, outside bar for adults. They had a couple of wood pit fires going, inside seating, outside with heaters, and park bench seating. Their BBQ was excellent. The brisket was not dry, the ribs were flavorful. I didn't really like their coleslaw.. the baked beans were more like pinto beans.. not sweet. Overall a good stop. They had a Santa Cruz Irish red on tap that was pretty good. They have ample parking. Their staff was very friendly and service was good. read more

This is a great little spot with friendly folks. I'd give it a solid 3.5 stars if I could, so don't let the 3 fool you, I'll be back for those weekend ribs! Hubby ordered the Wild Man burger("no rabbit food") just good ol' smash with 2 patties, 2 slices of 'Merican cheese and bacon - the way God intended! When it arrived he was worried he wouldn't be able to finish it but, bless his heart - literally, prayers please - he did. He gave it a thumbs up - DELICIOUS! He opted for a side of Mac n cheese, but I think he would've like the fries better. The Mac n cheese was baked & dry, not creamy the way he prefers, and burnt on the bottom. Also, on the cool side, not warm or hot. I thought the loaded fries were sounding delicious and they did look good in Yelp photos. The pulled pork was tender and flavorful & the BBQ sauce was yum, but the "house smoked queso" mentioned in the description was missing. The "crispy fries" were indeed that, but my personal preference is a thicker steak fry. That being said, hubby likes the thinner fries and ate most of those for me. Service is friendly, but this staff is constantly running, so drink refills took a hot minute. Seemed Janet & Hannah were doing bar tending, meal prep, delivery, check ins and closing tabs all at once. Whew! AND they were taking care of interior, separate bar AND patio service. All with a positive attitude and smiles. The decor is ADORABLE! And everything felt welcoming, cozy, clean and well cared for. I do look forward to returning and trying a mixed plate of BBQ meats or a burger in a bowl. Cheers! "CC" read more

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Back for lunch Happy to see Hannah as my server. She has 5 star attitude. A door dash driver came while I was here So maybe next time I will order in. I order today's special a Nashville chicken sandwich with Brussels Sprouts. This is my favorite side. I noticed that they will be starting a weekend brunch 9am September 7th pulled pork breakfast burrito Chicken and waffles brisket hash and more sound like some great choices. The dinning area has AC and they do play background music. They are very clea read more

River's End - Nashville chicken and sprouts - Pubs Near Me - Santa Clarita, California

Sweet service by Nichole, excellent authentic smoked meat, beautiful, clean, new decor and comfy country vibe adds up to a great date night! A friend kept raving about Rivers End BBQ so we braved the pouring rain. So glad we did. My smashburger bowl was just what I wanted, good quality beef, plenty of fresh veggies, yummy homemade BBQ sauce and amazing collard greens just like my mom used to make from SC right here in SoCal. My TX Hubby chatted with the owner about how he smokes his meat. He uses California white oak, because he likes to smoke with whatever is local, and it works for us. This BBQ passes all the tests, the real deal. Hubby was more than pleased with his 1.5 inch thick slices of smoked brisket, "Look at all this brisket! As if that wasn't enough, they had to add all this great smoked bacon." :) He loved it. I had a few bites and I agree! Yum! There's also an inviting bar with beer on tap. We heard they have good bands on Saturday or Sunday afternoons. We felt welcomed and enjoyed every bit of it and looking forward to coming back! Thank you, Rivers End BBQ! read more

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We've come here multiple times and every time we hope the service will get better. Unfortunately it doesn't. Long waits, slow service, over priced food. Not coming back read more

We've been hearing about how good the bbq was here and finally came to see for ourselves. Let me tell you, the reviews did not disappoint. First, Lorna, our server was the best. She recommended dishes to try and everything was on point. The beef rib (Sunday special) was fall-off-the-bone juicy and tender and we would come back on a Sunday just to have this again. We also had the 50/50 platter with brisket and pulled pork. Both were exceptional. The smoky flavor came through beautifully. Can't wait to come back and try the tri-tip. read more

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This place is not a hidden gem, we were blown away! Everything was made from scratch and you can taste it in the flavors. The cowboy beans were a wow moment and the brisket was lights out. They had live music on a Sunday night. We ate outside because it was nice and loved our server as well. Great all around! read more

River's End - Brisket Plate with cowboy beans and Cole slaw - Pubs Near Me - Santa Clarita, California

The little lady and I went to River's End Pub and BBQ for our first time. We were pleasantly surprised. The server was polite and thorough. The food was outstanding. I ordered the brisket plate with coleslaw and mac and cheese. The brisket was tender and juicy. Every bite was nice and buttery. The cornbread, mac and cheese, and coleslaw that it was served with it was delicious. My wife ordered a Tri tip sandwich and cowboy beans. The sandwich was delicious and the cowboy beans had a really good spicy kick. We sat outside and enjoyed the band that was playing. We enjoyed our time at River's End. read more

Whoa. Like, huh? We pulled into a little village looking area. Lots of RVs. We are definitely not in LA anymore. We made our way to meet our party on the patio. A band started playing across the yard. Great friends, cold beer, fun atmosphere! And then I ordered The Pig with onion rings. DELICIOUS! A great afternoon with fabulous food and wonderful friends! Oh! I would be remiss if I didn't mention Lorna!! Extraordinary service! read more

Cool place. 2pm on a Sunday and we had live music. Watch the prices. My Brisket plate was $32... Yikes!! That was enough to talk me out of a beer. Lots of seating inside and out. See our YouTube channel Coolest Life. read more

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If happiness had an address in Santa Clarita... this would be it. River's End is my husband and my go-to happy place, and every single time we walk in it feels like we just discovered it all over again. The live music? Instant mood boost. The ambience? Cozy, lively, and just the right amount of magic. The staff? Absolute gems -- the kind of people who make you feel like family. And let's talk about the FOOD. The wings? UNMATCHED. Fries? UNTOUCHABLE. Beer? ICE COLD Honestly, they inspire personal growth. Character development. Inner peace. If you haven't been here yet... respectfully... you are wild. 10/10 joy. Zero regrets. See you at River's End. read more

It is a cute little bbq place, I got the Tri tip sandwich and Coleslaw wow it was absolutely delicious! Their home made bbq sauce is really good. Good service as well read more

Don't show up when there are any people there. So incredibly slow. Hours to do anything. 1/2 hour to pay.

Had an AMAZING lunch here. Not much to say except that the meat was great, the service (Janelle) was awesome, and the atmosphere was excellent. read more

River's End - Tri tip sandwich with brisket added! - Pubs Near Me - Santa Clarita, California

What an amazing hidden gem! We went here the other night for my husbands birthday. Roxie was our waitress and was wonderful! The food was delicious, atmosphere so pleasant, and just an overall great restaurant. So cozy and clean! Can't wait to return for brunch one day or to see the live bands on the weekends. read more

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If you're looking for some tasty meat, look no further! I usually get anything with brisket. The meat sampler will stay with you and make you want to return for more. The spicy bbq sauce with that - SO GOOD!! Everything on the menu is delicious. The setting is cool, live music on occasion, great hosts. When I really crave something good, my mind goes there. read more

I came to Rivers End as teenager back in the 70s. It was a thriving camping park at the time. My husband and I have come there recently to see a friends band play, and then my nephew's band has played their recently as well. The service is pretty good. People are friendly. I know it's just a camping park, but they could use some healthier options for food for me. Also, some more seating. Maybe some more picnic tables, or other chairs. If the band is going to be out away from the restaurant area on the other side of the park . It would be great if some picnic tables or something could be put out that way as well. Also, if you guys could ever get a liquor license for other things other than just beer. My husband would be grateful. He loves whiskey. Thank you! read more

Sooo good 100 stars The Mac n cheese, collard greens tri tip brisket and corn bread all amazing read more

Definitely the best Bbq in Santa Clarita valley. You can taste the freshness and quality. Everything here is tasty and well proportioned. The Brussel sprouts and beans are my favorite. read more

River's End - Side of beans. - Pubs Near Me - Santa Clarita, California

great atmosphere , people and excellent food . Quiet and serene . Would definitely come again

Only been here once, and I will go back on a busier night. Here's the skinny: * Pulled pork & brisket was dry and cold, but tasty * BBQ sauces were way too sweet and vinegary * Water was very flavorful in the wrong way * Soft drinks were not good * Fries were excellent * Mac n cheese was great * Onion rings were great * Burgers were very good Hoping next visit will live up to the stellar recommendations read more

Everything was so good and yummy and there was a nice park great music and I recommend you to go.

Always top notch eats. Love it. Now with a lot more to see and experience. Just a quick jump up the 14 fwy and youre getting your eat on the road read more

I really wanted to love this place. On my first visit, I ordered the loaded fries, tri tip sandwich, and a side of mac and cheese. The loaded fries were tasty, and the tri tip sandwich was excellent -- really flavorful and well done. Unfortunately, the mac and cheese came out cold, which was disappointing because I'm big on sides. I decided to give them another try the following week when I had a friend in town. This time I ordered the pulled pork with two sides: mac and cheese again (hoping they'd redeem themselves) and baked beans. Sadly, everything came out cold this time -- not just the sides. The pulled pork, mac and cheese, and beans all missed the mark. The staff here are great, and the vibe is awesome, but the food just hasn't been consistent. I had high hopes, but the cold dishes really took away from the overall experience. read more