Rodney&#x27;s Ribs

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5 years ago

Nothing like fall of the bone, tender, mouth watering ribs! I'd say these are better than Woody's. Yea the ribs are that good. And the portions are filling. Usually I'd get a desert, only I'm full. Ill tell you when I have craving for ribs or Brisket, there is no need to drive out of Pasadena. I'm local so yea I will drive if I need too, only I don't need to. Driving by this food truck you can almost taste the deliciousness of the meats cooking, and you will not be disappointed should you decide to stop and order the special read more

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Calvin L.

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4 years ago

Get the Brisket Plate, you won't be disappointed. Best bbq joint in town! Thanks for hooking it up Rodney, you the man!

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4 years ago

The Bobby's Brisket sandwich is absolutely delicious!!! Fabulous taste and even the bun was perfect. I think this was the best brisket sandwich I've ever had. The Mac and cheese was also delicious and prob one of the best I've ever had as well. Hit the spot!! read more

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Victor S.

8 years ago

Excellent juicy smoked Brisket, Ribs and rib tips! Just stop bye, you will love it! Fall off the bone ribs. Good sides, green beans, beans, Cole slaw and potato salad. Almost forgot about the soft white bread! Awesome! Worth the wait! read more

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Ian B.

8 years ago

This go to bbq truck has my favorite brisket sandwich. The fat on his brisket is better than most folks meat. He only does 3 things on the menu (plus some serviceable sides) but he does them extremely well and with great care- hand slicing each order. Lately he has been parked at Forest Lawn and Barham around lunch time. Find it, eat it and thank me latter. read more

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Teresa S.

6 years ago

Great barbeque! The potato salad and the baked beans are amazing. I tried the brisket sandwich and its delicious. Very friendly owner and staff. read more

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Stephanie G.

3 years ago

Incredible service, even more incredible food. Granted, it was my first time so I can't speak on the consistency yet but I have been thinking about the ribs every day since I had them. Will be going back again and again. Baked beans were fire too. I ate the food so fast i didn't even get a chance to take a picture. read more

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Zach C.

5 years ago

Don't be fooled by the little black trailer in the back of a CVS parking lot. This place puts out some delicious food. Came out quick. The ribs were bomb. Finger licking good. read more

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Kimberly E.

5 years ago

Read about this truck online and it took a couple of times before we found it. Was it worth the search? YES! This was the best lip-smacking, finger-licking, sauce-faced bbq I've ever had. Of course, there's brisket and ribs, but he also has my favorite links and rib tips. Everything has this great smokey flavor, the meat is tender and juicy, ribs are meaty and fall off the bone. Tried several of the sides and all are 100. Yummy potato salad, creamy coleslaw, tasty greens, hearty beans, and mac and cheese is on another level. I could go on and on but I'm making myself hungry. Give it a try, you won't be disappointed. read more

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Howard G.

5 years ago

Tried due to recent press on their business. Good fair food. Preparation appeared to lack basic cleanliness. Cashier did not have correct change. Outside of truck was dirty. If outside is dirty what must the inside look like. No need to try again. Once was / is enough. read more

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Letty S.

5 years ago

My family just left here, and I have to say this BBQ is legit. We came from a long way, so we had to eat in the car. My husband and I got the brisket sandwich and my daughter got the rib tips. All of it was delicious and worth what we paid. I didn't even mind eating in the car! We didn't take any pictures because it was just too messy, but portion sizes are large. read more

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Matthew H.

4 years ago

Rodney's Ribs are out of this world. The guy is super nice and his ribs are incredibly delicious. :P

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Vickie J.

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4 years ago

Love their beef brisket sandwich. Meat is so tender. Just live it. It's the only thing I buy now. Dinner's are good too.

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Renny M.

4 years ago

Been to this place a couple times now and he has really good ribs,so if you want ribs Rodney's Ribs great place to go. Thanks Rodney!

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Carolyn E.

5 years ago

I visited the truck in Pasadena and the rib tips were a bunch of fat. I was extremely disappointed

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Zaria B.

5 years ago

Delicious BBQ sauce and ribs cooked to perfection! I wanted to try this place out since I live so close and never had. It did not disappoint! The only thing was it was a little pricy ($4/rib) but with the meals it's a lot cheaper. Overall amazing and great employees. read more

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B H.

5 years ago

Yes! Yes! Yes! The juiciest ribs are made here! I'm posting this review as I'm in a food coma induced by Rodney's. The portion was hefty and finger licking good. The green beans were so good and flavourful. Potato salad is a perfect companion to the ribs because of the tang. Baked beans was my favourite because of the sweetness. Best place to get ribs in Pasadena! read more

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Allen W.

5 years ago

Who doesn't want to try BBQ from a food truck that has been a Pasadena fixture for years? I went the day of Super Bowl at 11am and was able to order and get the food in 5 minutes. We ordered the rack of ribs and brisket. The rack of ribs was OK, because some were tender and tasty, others were kind of tough tough. The brisket was excellent -- very tender and flavorful. The food quality, combined with the reasonable price, are why I gave this 3 stars. Would recommend trying this place once. read more

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Nicholas R.

3 years ago

I have seen the truck for years and finally decided to stop by today. Ordered for the family, and so it was a rib dinner, rib tips and a brisket sandwich. Sides were green beans, baked bean, mac n cheese and Cole slaw. I have got to say that it was some of the best BBQ that I have had in years. Very smokey, sweet, tender and perfect. Happy with the quantity. The sides were also great. Green beans were my favorite. 4 of us ate our fill with enough leftovers for another person. I will be back for sure. Recommended! read more

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David J.

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5 years ago

I loved the meal I had here. I think it might be the best BBQ I've had in LA. I had Ribs, Coleslaw, and a Brisket Sandwich and everything was really just perfect. Great smoke flavor, good bark, and super moist without being mushy. I'm already looking forward to my next visit out. read more

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Kathy C.

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Holy smokes! That brisket and that sauce is on point! After seeing Rodney's food truck around Pasadena, we finally decided to give it a try. The brisket is tender and juicy. The BBQ sauce is sweet and tangy. It goes so well with the brisket. They pack up your meal so thoughtfully. You can really tell they take pride in their service. The guys working the truck are super friendly. They'll even give you a free sample if it's your first time. My only complaint. I wish they served collard greens and black eyed peas. That would be amazing. Give Rodney's a try! You won't regret it! read more

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Victor C.

3 years ago

good food horrible price charged 10 dollars for 1/2 cup of Mac and cheese read more

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Monica M.

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11 years ago

This was my second time seeing the truck on the corner in Pasadena. Just this time, the smell got me. Went with my favorite which is brisket, so I ordered a sandwich with beans on the side. It took about 10 minutes which was fine because I wasn't in a hurry. My sandwich was pretty large. I ate about a quarter of it and had to stop because I got full. The meat was tender all the way through, and the sauce wasn't overwhelming or too much. The beans were good but a little sweet - could ease back in that area. Very good BBQ and looking forward to trying the tips and ribs next. read more

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D.E. M.

5 years ago

I go to Austin Texas a lot for work and haven't found decent brisket in LA until I came across Rodney's Ribs. The brisket is tender and flavorful and service is great. I wish they sold cobbler too but it's not a deal breaker. Highly recommend this place! read more

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Latoya M.

8 years ago

Be ready to wait. Promise it's worth it. My friend and I happened upon Rodney's truck in DTLA. Just the smell coming from the truck catches your nose. We had to wait about ten minutes for him to step the truck up. Once he opened we were offered samples of his brisket and rib tips, both of which were delicious. His BBQ sauce is addictive! It has a little kick and too sweet. Since the first time we've gone back every time we see him. Each time food has been just as good as the first time. My only complaint is, he needs more help. The person who takes the orders also assist him with plating so at times you have to wait to order. Again you won't be mad you waited. Promise read more

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pan g.

7 years ago

He's at the CVS parking lot everyday except Thursdays, 11am to 8pm. I just bought the rib tips plate, the meat was moist and delicious. It's a deal at $11 a plate with one side and a slice of bread. Super nice dude at the counter, not sure if he's Rodney. You need to check him out. CVS on Lake Avenue near Popeyes. read more

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Luis B.

11 years ago

Happened to stumble upon Rodney's truck. Excellent customer he let us sample several types of meat! He is great and very helpful. I will recommend anyone interest on having a great plate of ribs! Wow just try brisket plate! Amazing Thx Rodney! read more

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Michele J.

5 years ago

The Brisket Sandwich was sooooo tasty! I though it was a bit expensive, but then I tasted it and my mouthbuds were zinging with flavor AND there was so much meat that I took half of it out and had it the next day. Mmmmmm good. read more

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Jeremiah E.

4 years ago

great brisket and great service! they definitely give healthy portions! cant wait to try their ribs and mac n cheese next time!

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noah a.

8 years ago

Impressed with the product. Wasn't sure what to expect. Simple yet good. The ribs were meaty and cooked just right. The brisket was tasty and moist. No smoke Ring on the beef, but plenty of smoke flavor. I got beans, and cole slaw for sides. Beans had a nice molasses flavor. The cole slaw was a little wetter than I like, but overall I was happy with my meal. Rodney makes good que. read more

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Kien V.

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6 years ago

Brisket sandwich very good, moist and smoky with a nice crust. $15 is pricey but its a generous portion. Heard the ribs are good too.

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Braven N.

8 years ago

Great tasting ribs . I would definitely recommend . I usually end up taking my gf's plate haha read more

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Jennifer d.

5 years ago

I was a bit annoyed at first on how long it took to just order the food... then it took a long time to get it as well. We got there at around 5 and there was maybe 2 parties ahead of us in line. Poor guy who I'm assuming is Rodney was by himself. He was preparing the food and also taking orders. We were about to leave but heard someone mentioned that it's worth the wait. So... we stuck it out and the food certainly did not disappoint. The brisket was too die for. The rib tips were great. I wasn't a fan of the regular ribs. The potato salad were great as well. Too bad he didn't have the bake beans ready. I would definitely go back and be prepared to wait. Hope Rodney finds someone to help him soon. read more

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Melanie W.

4 years ago

Just as good as you can imagine - Smokey flavor, fresh roll, all delivered with a smile.

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Rod G.

4 years ago

I read a great article on Rodney's BBQ and him on LA Eater a year or so ago so 4 times during his posted hours went out of my way to drive to his reported location on N Lake at the CVS lot. He was never there, so I called him after the last time and politely inquired as to his current hours and location. He did not return the call so I had given up on having his food until I saw he was going to be at City Hall on April 29 for Art Night. Perfect! I am within walking distance and was going anyway so skipped dinner. But when I got there after the start time of 6:00 he wasn't there. (The other 2 listed food trucks were). I inquired at the Information tent and they didn't know why he wasn't there. He never showed so I went home to eat late. Will never try his food after that. Besides the fact there is a chance he will not be where and when he is supposed to be -- I am 0-5 -- it was very unprofessional of him not to show up. Not only did he miss out on a pretty good payday as there were lots of people there from 6:00-9:30 when the entertainment ended, it was very discourteous of him as he took away a good payday from a vendor who no doubt would have shown up. read more

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Patrick S.

5 years ago

As a first-time customer, I was excited to finally give it a try. I wish it had gone differently. The wait was long (with only one other customer in front of me), my order was incorrect, they were out of most of the sides, and the brisket was lukewarm and super fatty. Not worth the price or the time spent, unfortunately. read more

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Vella D.

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7 years ago

This was my first time at Rodney's truck. I had heard great things about the barbeque but never stopped by. I ordered the brisket and Oh Lawd, was it the most tender moist meat I have ever had! Mauricio who prepared it promised me it was going to be really moist, tender and delicious, and he was not lying! I am a definite meat eater primarily, so I go through a lot of meat...I am so glad I ordered 2 plates! read more

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Alicia B.

7 years ago

The ribs are delicious, but the side of green beans were wilted with no flavor and that one slice of cheap white bread was even more disappointing. Just get the meat. read more

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Linda T.

4 years ago

Rodney has the best beef brisket sandwich you can find! Check him out! Call ahead to save time cuz good bbq isn't fast.

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Joe F.

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The brisket here is phenomenal. Could be the best I have ever had. It's so tender and the bark is just so smokey and delicious. The only reason I am not giving this place 5 stars is their limited side menu. They only have baked beans, green beans and potato salad. None of which I'm particularly keen on. Can't I get some mac and cheese or collard greens? Also they only have white bread. I get the whole backyard BBQ theme, a lot of people like the white bread, but I'm a cornbread guy. Regardless of my expectations, the BBQ here is fantastic and would highly recommend it. I tried all the meats, they are all great, but I would implore you to get the brisket. It's heavenly. read more

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900 N Lake Ave Pasadena
Pasadena, CA 91104
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(626) 818-7427
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Hours

What time does Rodney's Ribs open?

Rodney's Ribs opens at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

What time does Rodney's Ribs close?

Rodney's Ribs is closed on Monday and Sunday.Rodney's Ribs closes at 7:00 PM on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

Mon, Sun ClosedTue-Sat 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Rodney's Ribs take credit cards?

Yes, Rodney's Ribs takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Rodney's Ribs have catering options?

Yes, Rodney's Ribs does have catering options.

Does Rodney's Ribs serve alcohol?

No, Rodney's Ribs does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Rodney's Ribs have TVs?

Yes, Rodney's Ribs has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Rodney's Ribs have bike parking?

Yes, Rodney's Ribs has bike parking.

Does Rodney's Ribs have outdoor seating?

No, Rodney's Ribs does not have outdoor seating options.

Does Rodney's Ribs have parking?

Yes, Rodney's Ribs has parking options. Street Parking, Validated Parking

Other Amenities

Is Rodney's Ribs wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Rodney's Ribs is wheelchair accessible.

Does Rodney's Ribs have free WiFi?

No, Rodney's Ribs does not have free WiFi.

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We are a unique barbecue smoke truck that smokes our brisket, ribs, rib tips out our truck. We also have delicious peach cobbler !

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Is Rodney's there this summer? Tried a few times Feb-Apr and could never find the truck.

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Is Rodney's still open? Not sure where they are located now that the Christmas trees are in the parking lot at CVS

YES, He's still in the general area depending on parking, when trees are done he'll move back to usual location

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PURE SOUL, PERFECT SAUCE PAIRINGS, AND 10/10 NOSTALGIA VIBES…read more On my way to A.G. By Car bakery, the aroma drifting from this BBQ joint completely stopped me in my tracks. I felt like a character in an old-school cartoon, levitating in a trance and totally hypnotized by the smell. Just walking by gave me a wave of nostalgia, so on my way back, stopping for a quick bite wasn't optional it was a necessity. Inside, the air is thick with the scent of delicious pies and soulful cooking. The sweet lady at the counter gave off the kind of warmth that made me feel like I was getting a hug from a grandmother I never got to meet. She was incredibly patient and steered me toward the perfect sauce pairing for my rib plate. That combo? Absolute heaven. While I'm sure locals already know all about this spot, it was a brand-new revelation for me, and they've officially won a loyal customer. And please, do not skip the potato salad. The tangy mustard blend is a perfect science formula. I have no idea how they dialed it in so perfectly, but I'll happily leave the genius to the kitchen!

Had to pay this place a visit after seeing it featured on the local news. Sundays there open from…read more12p - 4p. Got there about 1:15p and there were about 5 or 6 small groups in front of us. The word spread that they were already out of sweet potato pie and green beans! We eventually found ourselves at the counter to order. Hubby ordered GG's Combo Plate, and I ordered the pulled pork sandwich. GG'S was outstanding! Mac n cheese - yum! Potato salad - yum! The pulled pork was flavorful except it's on a hamburger bun with the meat on the bottom bun served open faced. When I put the top bun on and picky up the sandwich the bottom fell apart due to it soaking up the drippings. It came with a side of cole slaw but it was missing flavor. We shared a peach cobbler - Wow, so delicious! I could've and should've eaten a whole one by myself. The pulled pork sandwich isn't discouraging me from going back. It'll be a reason to try something else. Bring your patience!

BBQ pork ribs, sauce on side

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Mild barbecue sauce

Nana's Green Tea

Parking is available in a nearby parking structure or on the street…read more Finally got to try this spot, and I was pleasantly surprised by how clean, spacious, and modern it was. Great for large parties as well. We ordered through the kiosk, grabbed a number, and seated ourselves. Once your order is ready, the buzzer will go off, and you'll pick up your desserts/food yourself. We ordered the matcha and hojicha soft serves with cone on the side, and both were delicious. I personally preferred the hojicha because it had a deep, roasted flavor that was unique and really stood out to me. The cones were also fresh and crunchy! After finishing, you'll need to return your tray to the designated return area, where a staff member greeted us and took care of the tray and trash. Service was quick and efficient. Overall, a clean and modern spot with delicious soft serve!

Dined in on a friday evening at 5:00 PM. It wasn't busy at all. You order through a screen on the…read moreside. Thank goodness for free parking after 5:00 pm. Desserts ordered: 1. Matcha parfait (seasonal) - 3.5/5 - it tasted good but for $18, I am not sure if this is worth it. The parfait looked really pretty, but over time it looks messy. I did enjoy the jellies inside. 2. Matcha soft serve - 4/5 - really good! I loved the soft serve! They added honey and two mochis. For me the mochis are too sweet and the honey isn't needed.

Sukiyaki Don w/ Miso Soup

Sweet treats

Matcha Mochi Parfait

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Marina

Locally owned & operated

Outdoor seating

great service and great food!…read more tried this spot on a whim and was pleasantly surprised. everything we ordered was yummy and i would definitely go back again! good vibes esp the area in the back was nice for my group to take some pictures

Came here this past weekend to celebrate my mom's birthday with my husband and parents, and…read moreeverything was delicious as always! I've been to Marina several times now and it never disappoints. We started with Lily's Mushrooms and the Lamb Chops Scottadito - the mushrooms had a nice smoky grilled flavor with avocado cream that worked really well together, and the lamb was tasty without being too gamey. For mains we got the House Italian Sausage pizza, the Calabrian Salami pizza, and the Rabbit Bolognese. Both pizzas were great but the Calabrian Salami was definitely our favorite! The honey and spice combo was so good and the crust was perfectly crispy. The Rabbit Bolognese was also incredible, and tasted fresh and light instead of heavy like some bolognese can be. Our waiter gave us the pistachio tiramisu on the house for my mom's birthday, which was such a sweet gesture, and it was delicious! He took great care of us all night and even helped get multiple angles of our group photo haha. Thank you Marina for such a great experience, we will definitely be back :)

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Austin W.

303

990

2 years ago

Rodney's Ribs serves up a satisfying meal that hits the spot. I tried Rodney's Dinner, which came with a bunch of juicy ribs, bread, baked beans, and potato salad. The ribs were nice and tender, with a great flavor that really stood out. The potato salad was also a hit, complementing the meal perfectly. While I didn't enjoy the baked beans as much, I'm definitely eager to return and try their mac and cheese. Rodney himself is super nice and friendly, and his truck is well-kept and clean, adding to the overall positive dining experience. If you're in the mood for some quality ribs, Rodney's is a must-visit! read more

Panpour S.

4 months ago

I will give Rodney 10 stars, Rodney if you can read this, Former Pastor James Jackson across the street from you at Fishery & More unclean roach infested restaurant, he's talking s**t about your food that its nasty, you put very little food on the plate, it taste like dog food and he's saying that you are not washing your hands after you touch your private area and serving people food, he's going around telling people that, just letting you know what James said. read more

Shelly A.

601

5 months ago

The food and service at Rodney's Ribs were amazing! I was craving some ribs after watching the show The Chi and drove pass Rodney's food truck and thought to give it a try. I ordered a hot link and a plate of ribs, mac and cheese and potato salad with white bread and it was worth it. The service was quick and Rodney was friendly and personable. I can't wait to try all the other side dishes on the menu. I recommend this spot! read more

Jamie W.

4 years ago

We have been trying to eat here for MONTHS now. We came here about 4 months ago and he was sold out. It was only about 1:30, and we left highly disappointed. We came back in late October only to find the area overrun with pumpkins...bummer. Well today was out lucky day. Third in line. Got the brisket with a side of beans. Man oh man...delicious. We will definitely come back and try the ribs! read more

Elba C.

2 years ago

After seeing Rodney's truck in our neighborhood for years, tonight we finally got the chance to stop by and try his ribs!! We had the sampler and it was delicious- Ribs were smoky, juicy, and super tender. A real treat and will keep our eye out for his truck because want to try more! Definitely will be returning customers! read more

Randy M.

2 years ago

Hey, If you're NOT going to be @ your location POST IT ON YOUR WEBSITE!!! Drove ALL the way from the OC WASTING MY TIME AND GAS !!! Only to find out that he was doing a private event!!! Common sense!!! read more

Kelli M.

10 years ago

Surprised with how delicious the ribs were extremely easy to get to. The truck itself is pretty cool it's fun I like it . Like the idea love the food read more

Julian C.

2 years ago

The tritip with burned end was super amazing. The side dishes were amazing aswell. I loved the green beens and potatoe salad.

Alvin M.

9 years ago

Great ribs! If I see him on the side of the road, I'm pulling over. Hungry or not, I'm having my ribs!

Missvanityvixen K.

387

8 years ago

Love this place ... You mustttt try it everything is amazing u can't help but wanna go back for more !

Nicole C.

5 years ago

Amazing!!!! Wish we could eat this every day! Whenever we see the truck my kids ask to eat here read more

Guy S.

4 years ago

Messy and not cheap but delicious. Any meal like this should be on your list of experiencing.

Ann R.

9 years ago

Had better; person at counter was very unfriendly; tried the place twice. Yuck

J J.

11 years ago

very happy to have eaten here! Rodneys Ribs are bomb

Arie D.

210

11 years ago

excellent ribs!! love these ribs.

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