My wife and I recently stopped by in here and we were craving barbecue. We've lived in Tustin for a while and never wanted to try it since we don't normally crave bbq. Little did we know we were pleasantly surprised. We did the 2 meat combo - tri tip and smoked briskets. They were out of burnt ends otherwise we would have done the three meat combo. For our sides, we did the sweet potato and the corn. The meat was very tender, and we really enjoyed it with the several different sauces they provided! On a different occasion, the waitress had mentioned they had one dollar wings and we came back the following week and we order a good amount of wings and we really enjoyed them because they were smoked! We really enjoyed our meals! read more

Sauced BBQ & Spirits - Barbeque Near Me - Irvine, California

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Sauced was a complete letdown. The restaurant was half empty, yet somehow they were already "sold out" of multiple items by the time we ordered -- including ribs and burnt ends. You know... the actual BBQ staples people come here for. If you can't serve your headline dishes, maybe don't pretend you're a BBQ restaurant. Then the service: our drinks came out in random batches, so we couldn't even do a simple cheers together. Basic stuff, botched. And the cherry on top: we tried to order a grilled cheese and were told they ran out of bread (how?) and that they'd send Texas toast instead. Fine. Except then we're told the kitchen refused to make it. Not "we can't," not "it'll be a wait," but refused. So you're out of bread, out of major entrees, and the kitchen just decides it won't make a simple menu item? That's not a restaurant -- that's dysfunction. This place felt disorganized, unprepared, and honestly kind of careless. If I could give it zero stars, I would. Save your money and your time. read more

Got the 2 meat combo: 1/2 chicken and brisket for the meats and bbq beans and coleslaw for the sides. I also got mac n cheese and cornbread as additional sides. Chicken was tender, nothing mindblowing tbh but good solid chicken, would get again. Brisket was wayyy too fatty, I think it's the fattiest brisket I've ever had. Sure it's tender and juicy but I could distinctly feel all the fat I was chewing which was unappealing. All the sides were pretty solid, none were outstanding but all good enough I'd get again if I'm craving it. Out of all the bbq sauces, I liked eating with the spicy one and sweet one together. They seem to have a lot of good deals throughout the week so I'm def gon try to stop by again to try more menu items. read more

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Okay, overall experience was GREAT! Had only one issue but that didn't cause bad taste. Inside was a nice ambiance, wide open lots of seating. They even have a nice little patio area. Service was great! Got to try their potato salad which was good, a little much on the creamy side for me but very good flavor! They weren't very busy but our server made frequent rounds and was very nice and helpful. The food Got the 3 meat lunch combo thinking it would be okay....more food than I thought! Definitely would get the 2 meat next time. The brisket- very flavorful, all slices vary depending where the cut is, mine were the perfect meat to fat ratio. Juicy and delicious Jalapeño cheddar sausage- packed with flavor and juicy. Nice crisp on the outside and so much goodness on the inside. Pork belly burnt ends- now here was my issue I encountered. Flavor....sooo good! The sauce was really good with a touch of spice. Yum! The texture, this was where the mark was missed. I had been to the one in Orange and had these burnt end, they were so incredibly good but here could have been just the day, but they were kind of dry and hard. If this was my first time having these at sauced, I could probably guarantee I would never get them again. Overall experience was really good and I'm glad there is one slightly closer to South County . Will definitely come back. read more

Sauced BBQ & Spirits - 3 Meat Combo lunch - Barbeque Near Me - Irvine, California

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I really enjoyed the Orange location but parking is a pain so figured I would try this location. Surprisingly enough parking is a pain here too but there's much more parking if you're willing to walk. Location seemed much smaller than Orange location but portions were much bigger! I had a huge pile of burnt ends and brisket! Flavor wise was the same so if you're craving BBQ just pick the most convenient location. This location doesn't have Axe throwing so if you're into that keep that in mind. Cocktails were OK. Service was friendly and food tasty so when I am craving BBQ I will not hesitate to return. read more

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Shoutout to our server/bartender Dano! He did such a great job making us feel welcome and giving us all the info on the menu. We were a bit overwhelmed so we really appreciated the menu breakdown and reccs from Dano! It felt like a mini private class/experience since he told us about all the drinks, sauces, and meat smoking. Definitely added to our experience and one of the main reasons for the positive rating! For our group of 4, we ordered - 2 of the 3 meat combos (one per couple) with the ribs, tritip, brisket burnt ends, mac and cheese, mashed potatoes - happy hour honky tonk fries - mezcal mango margarita - watermelon margarita - watermelon mint mule - happy hour whiskey We really liked the ribs! The tri tip that came out medium temp was delicious, the other tri tip order came out more medium well. We enjoyed the variety of menu items, deals, and sauces. A great spot to watch some games. There are tons of TVs, & I don't think there is a "bad" seat in the restaurant because of how many screens are available. Will be back again! read more

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Overall Experience: Went for lunch during the week, so it wasn't too busy--easy to get a table and chill. Overall a good spot with solid lunch and happy hour options on the menu. Food: I tried the chili cheese fries but wasn't a big fan--they had a weird sweetness to them. That said, others at the table liked them, so maybe just not my thing. The Nashville chicken sandwich was the standout for me--super flavorful with just the right amount of kick. Prices were reasonable for what you get. read more

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We came to sauce for a delicious BBQ dinner and to watch the World Series. The BBQ ribs and briskets were outstanding along with great size dishes (green beans, corn bread, fries). The staff were super friendly and helpful. The ambiance was electric as there are many TVs all around so you won't miss any game highlights. Highly recommended! read more

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The atmosphere at Sauced was cool! There were a lot of TVs to show games so my husband was definitely excited to try the place out. The service was excellent! She was attentive and very friendly. She explained the menu for us and made the process easy. We got the 3 Combo plate but I only took a photo of the burnt ends which were SO good. You can't order more than 1 serving per combo. I'd love to come again explore the menu a bit more! read more

Sauced BBQ & Spirits - Burnt ends - Barbeque Near Me - Irvine, California

What a pricy location!! Thought the lunch specials were good but you should see the size. Friends got the salad for $18 and it was like a side salad!! Wow! My 2 item meat I paid $2 more for 2 ribs and there was hardly any meat on them. 3 slices of tri tip, really!! Sides are tasty but the smallest little containers that other places use for condiments. Just sad!!! $24 for my plate and it was sad!!! read more

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Fun, sports bar, fast and casual vibe. Loved the large screen TVs thru out so that you can catch the game from any table. Patio seating as well. Great, fast, attentive service from Rosie and team. We ordered the 3 meat combo with pulled pork, tri tip and chicken with corn bread and garlic mashed potatoes. All the meat was moist and yummy. On the table you can choose between 4 different finishing sauces from spicy to tangy to sweet. The corn bread had a sweet, crunchy top. The garlic mash potatoes just ok. Overall a good experience. read more

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First time trying this restaurant. Was in the Irvine area and we decided to give them a try. We were not disappointed. The BBQ and all the food we had was flavorful, tender and cooked perfectly. I've had my share of BBQ at restaurants and at outdoor events and this place hit and checked every box. The different sauces were amazing. The server was AMAZING and did not miss a beat in making sure we were takin' care of...Amber (from Las Vegas) was one of best servers we have encountered in a long time. The ambiance of the location was perfect for a BBQ establishment. It was inviting and with a down home feel. KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK! If you give them a try.... Make sure you're ready for some great BBQ! read more

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Sauced recently opened in the marketplace and we were curious about it. The concept seems to be a combination of a BBQ place with a sports bar -- half the restaurant is high tables with TVs all around and the other half is lower (regular tables). But it's much brighter than a typical bar. I ordered the jambalaya, and I was pleasantly surprised that's it's real jambalaya -- meaning it's actually rice cooked with vegetables, spices, meat, and stock, rather than the silly gringo version that is basically slightly spicy marinara sauce ladeled over rice (or even noodles). I usually like my jambalaya more New Orleans style with more tomatoes and a little bit wetter... But still pretty good. My son and the brisket and he said it was good. The way the meat was just falling apart as he was biting into it, you could clearly see it was tender. Service was good, prices were reasonable. Overall, really good! read more

Sauced BBQ & Spirits - Jambalaya - Barbeque Near Me - Irvine, California

The friendliness of the team could not compensate for poor service and mediocre food. Attempting team service simply led to confusion and lack of accountability. Appetizer not entered in POS and thus showed up with the entrees, drinks not refilled, entrees that came out piecemeal, dirty dishes not cleared, etc. The menu is large, probably too much so, and the barbecue was consistently dry to the point that dousing with sauce on the table couldn't rescue it. The Nashville chicken sandwich was well received and the medium hot is no joke. Odd the cinnamon butter for the cornbread that tasted like mocha. Considered dessert but our patience had worn thin. Wasn't evident who was running the show, overseeing service and monitoring guest satisfaction. read more

Came in on a Sunday afternoon and got a three meat plate with brisket, brisket burnt ends, and pulled pork with baked beans, mac and cheese, and large side of waffle fries to share with my hubby. Love the baked beans and mac and cheese. Food came out pretty quickly. Accidentally poured the hot barbecue sauce onto my plate and it was actually hot! the regular barbecue sauce is good. They have two more sauce options at the table. A couple of waitresses checked on us throughout. The restaurant was not busy a few parties already eating. Nice visit to this location. read more

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Now that I've enjoyed Sauced three (3) times, I'm ready to say that I can't think a BBQ restaurant with a more creative and innovative menu...and they deliver on the ingredient quality and taste of everything I've had so far. The Charcuterie Pretzel top the list with a huge soft pretzel surrounded by Andouille and Cheddar sausages with pickles, pimento cheese, poblano queso and pub mustard. Wow! What a flavor-packed combo. For our Two-Meat Combo we chose St Louis Ribs and Smoked Brisket. So many places do Baby Back Ribs, so it's great they have these and do them well...meaty and tender. I usually shy away from Brisket, but I thought it sounded good so I gave it a try and was quite pleasantly rewarded with a flavorful, moist brisket. The Chili Mac Baked Potato was a nice surprise, as it had more than just chili...the mac and cheese, onions and sour cream all mixed in there, really made a boring baked potato into a full meal. Last time I wanted a more heart-healthy option so I chose the BBQ Glazed Salmon which was tasty and had creamy mashed potatoes alongside corn succotash. The fried onion strings were a delicious garnish. It also came with cornbread and cinnamon butter. And...I can't forget the Glazed (honey and balsamic) Brussel Sprouts with nice little chicks of pork belly...and again...more onion strings...they really need to make that an appetizer...yum! We've only had takeout, but with very helpful and friendly service. They package everything well, so it ably survives the trip home. I figure it will take at least a dozen more visits to try everything...looking forward to it! read more

Overpriced food killed this location. Very expensive meals drove me away. Damn shame too because it had a lot going for it. Mismanaged. Tustin Irvine area just lost real deal bbq! Shame. read more

Sauced is a new BBQ place in the Tustin Market Place. It is a modern/sports themed restaurant with a bar and tables all set around TVs with your favorite teams playing. It is very similar to Daves Famous BBQ before it, Sauced has a few different items. The staff is kind and attentive. We were seated right away and the food came quickly. We ordered the three meats combo and shared. This meal comes with two sides. It is really one side and cornbread. We got a wedge salad. The food is very good. They have a large selection of drinks if you like that. One item that was especially good was the chili and cornbread. The ribs had a strong smoky flavor which is something I love. There were a few minor let downs that limited this place to four stars out of five. First, they offer no chips or cornbread unless you order it off the menu for $9.00 Based on my experience with other BBQ restaurants, cornbread should be included with the meal. When I ordered my chili, she asked me if I want cheese and onions on top? Of course, I said yes. Then I noticed on my bill I was charged $3.50 for this. Does this sound right? I asked my server, she said nothing is free now days. Okay, you are right. Next time, I will go to Lucilles where the biscuits are free! As many as you want! with incredible honey butter, free! I liked the food at Sauced, the service, and the atmosphere. The food value is great. We had a second meal the next day on what we took home. This place is good, but maybe not perfect. read more

Sauced BBQ & Spirits - Barbeque Near Me - Irvine, California

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My favorite burnt ends & best bbq sauce ever....sooo sad to find out it's gone....they had great food and service...what happened? Anyone know if they moved somewhere else??? read more

Food was hearty and alright. A lil too sweet and salty for my taste, didn't have the flavor depth I was looking for. Big plates. We came on a Sunday @ noon. Restaurant was pretty empty. We got our food quickly, but the server forgot our salad. Ambiance is good for groups. Good place to watch sports. read more

Sauced BBQ & Spirits - Burnt Ends, chicken, tri tip - Barbeque Near Me - Irvine, California

If you order for curbside pickup, expect it to take 30 minutes in addition to whatever time it says it'll be ready. We ordered at 6:27pm, got to the restaurant at 6:40pm, and stood inside the restaurant for more as the food was ready at 7:10pm. Side note, receipt says the food would be ready by 6:47pm. I've been to other Sauced locations and definitely did not have this issue with ordering curbside and it taking long. Cherry on top though was around 6:55pm, the hostess asks us if she should check on the food. ‍ read more

My kids like the sauce and the ribs. The service is friendly. Lots of sauces to choose from and extensive menu.

So I ordered an online order a day before and got there a little after pick up. No front people had to go into the back employee only to ask them if I can grab my order. No one went over to confirm. Ribs were good and the burnt ends were all fat. This place is okay read more

Sauced BBQ & Spirits - Full rack of ribs & Burnt ends - Barbeque Near Me - Irvine, California

Came in for lunch and ordered off the lunch menu. I felt like the portions were fine for the price, my issue is the quality of the food. The meats were dry and hard to chew. Half of the pieces of pork belly were hard. I also had the mac and cheese which was super oily. I definitely would not recommend this place. read more

Sauced BBQ & Spirits - 2 Meat Combo off the lunch menu - Barbeque Near Me - Irvine, California

Came on a Friday night and ordered the 3 meat plate. Ribs, pork belly burnt ends and brisket. Everything was terribly dry and the brisket was so dry that the slice won't even sag when held from one end. 2 stars since waitress was nice and got us different pieces but same result. PB ends and ribs were dry as well but at least they were edible. Had to at least eat something since I paid $50 for the 3 meat. Pretty big let down and won't be coming back ever again. read more

Came from out of town and stopped by for some food which did not disappoint ‍ Service was amazing, shoutout Tessa for that! Tessa is a great server and we felt at home with the service ‍ We'd visit again for the great service and food ! read more

Huge restaurant, plenty of room, big back patio Very friendly and helpful service The food, the BBQ was was really good, especially the brisket The cocktails were really good as well read more

Sauced BBQ & Spirits - 6 Smoked Wings Pork Belly Burnt Ends Pl Ends Half Rack Spare Rib Sliced Brisket Plate cornbread waffle fries - Barbeque Near Me - Irvine, California

Pleasant enough service during our small group's quiet lunchtime visit. We much appreciated that each person could be billed separately. Their Tri Tip Wedge Salad was unlike any wedge salad we've ordered; the salad toppings were atop large, separated Romaine lettuce leaves, which lacked the crisp-&-crunchy textures and tightly-packed height that the traditional iceberg lettuce offers; in addition, the tri tip lacked the barbecued flavors we anticipated. The cocktail (straightforward whiskey on ice) was disappointingly weak and watered down; I've tasted/felt others' vodka & sodas more. Spacious fun-&-casual atmosphere, offering indoor and outdoor seating options. read more

We had been wanting to try this place for a while and finally did. The food was great, they were out of one meat that night but it was still great. Service was great and the food was really good too. read more

Opened July 2024, a new bbq joint in the OC. I've been eyeing this place and love a good bbq. The place itself is very spacious and a good crowd for a Friday night dinner. Our server for the night was superb, always checking in, providing great and honest recommendations. He had a great attitude and we had a pleasant conversation. We ordered the 3 meat combo with 2 sides and it was more than enough for 2 people. I would say their best meat is their jalapeno cheddar sausage. The brisket and ribs were pretty good but nothing spectacular. I didn't really like the casserole green beans, it was very runny and lacked flavor. I would go with any other side except this one. You can't go wrong with mashed potatoes, Mac and cheese, or cornbread. Despite the taste of a few times, I enjoyed our meal. Very filling and reasonable cost. read more

Sauced BBQ & Spirits - 3 meat combo with 2 sides Meats: jalapeño cheese sausage, brisket, and ribs Green beans and sweet cornbread - Barbeque Near Me - Irvine, California

I have been wanting to try Sauced BBQ ever since I saw the sign pop up. The previous BBQ spot there was Dicky's I think or was it Famous Dave's? Anyways it was awful and closed down. Sauce I hope will do well. Their HH is decent. We got here before 5:30pm which is when HH ends so we got to grab a beer and try out their tacos. We opted for the pork belly and fried chicken. Both were yummy. I really liked the Pork Belly because of the spices and Korean flavors. For the entree we decided to share the 3 meat combo. Which definitely feeds two!! We got the brisket, pulled pork and StLouis style ribs. For the sides we chose the waffle fries and Texas toast. We also ordered their corn bread. Overall everything was delicious. My only issue was the brisket was kind of dry. You really have to sop it up with their different BBQ sauces. Brisket was good and the ribs were fall off the bone. The cornbread was A+ Really great place and service was excellent. I'll definitely be coming back the next time I want some BBQ read more

Sauced BBQ & Spirits - 3 meat combo. - Barbeque Near Me - Irvine, California

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So sad. I loved this place a couple of years ago, but it has really gone downhill. The pork in my loaded Mac and cheese was acidic, almost like it was soaked in vinegar, and the whole thing was drowned in sauce. My husband's sausage was dry, and the salad was frozen and thawing. Leaving this here in case management sees, and hopefully fixes it because this place used to be so good. Meats were always fresh, and everything was freshly prepared and delicious. We want our favorite Texas bbq back. read more

Got absolutely sauced at Sauced. The menu is a bit overwhelming with tons of options and variety, ranging from traditional American BBQ, quesabirria tacos and ramen, bahn mi's, and many more. The service was great, our server was Isa -cute gal, attentive and very kind. We were seated immediately on a Friday afternoon and had food in front of us within 10 min. The restaurant ia clean and spacious with plenty of seating options inside and out. Plenty of large TVs and great airflow to combat the summer heat. Ordered a variety of items and every single plate joined the clean plate club. So excited to come back for the happy hour! read more

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Lovely restaurant for steak lovers Mel is wonderful and attentive, she explains the menu and options. They also have veggie burgers available for vegetarian. read more

Sauced BBQ & Spirits - Barbeque Near Me - Irvine, California

Came maybe the 2nd week they opened and had a great experience here! Our servers were extremely friendly and knowledgeable, and everything we ordered was fall off the bone tender. Loved trying all four of their BBQ sauces. My husband and friend said it was much much better than Famous Dave's. The ambiance and atmosphere is lively and fun! This is a great addition to the marketplace! read more

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This place is amazing! The food is so good. Service is good. This place seems to be empty all the time which I don't get. We love it. read more

Sauced BBQ & Spirits - Barbeque Near Me - Irvine, California

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We stopped one late night since we were in the area and wanted to try Sauced since it recently opened. Upon entering the restaurant, we were greeted by not only the friendly hostess, but also by the fun bbq-joint decor. It wasn't too crowded that night, but it could have been the time of night. We asked our server for some recommendations and we ended up ordering the two meat combo with corn bread and buffalo blue fries as the sides. The food came out pretty quick which was great since we were both hungry. Let's start with the sides. The buffalo blue fries were really tasty and if you are a fan of blue cheese, their blue cheese will definitely please your palette. It was creamy, pungent, but not too overpowering. The corn bread was good, but nothing too special. Moving to the meats. The risk with burnt ends is that they can really end up being burnt, dry, and chew like shoe leather. But, this was not the case with Sauced's brisket burnt ends. They were tender, well smoked, and still had enough moister to remind me that I was eating brisket and not shoe leather. I had a very similar experience with the brisket except the brisket was very moist tender. Overall, the food was pretty good, better than some other bbq joints in the area. The service was friendly and energetic. But, unfortunately I think the prices were a bit too high which really detracted from the rest of the experience. read more

Sauced BBQ & Spirits - Corn bread, buffalo blue fries, brisket, and brisket burnt ends - Barbeque Near Me - Irvine, California

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What an incredible find! Literally a taste of home, they nailed the NC BBQ flavors! So thankful we saw them as we drove by on Jamboree Road and I noticed the pig and now open sign. I made N turn around and go back so we could check it out. Our server was Daija who was so friendly, warm and attentive. Excellent service and really welcoming atmosphere for families with nice high chairs. We got the 2 meat combo: the Carolina pulled pork and the burnt ends brisket with choice of two sides the country green beans in pork with the cornbread. Really reasonable price: $48 plus tip for this and kids meal. Everything was fresh and flavorful. The Carolina pulled pork is a home run. Literally as a NC native, this was as good if not honestly better than some of the establishments I grew up loving. They captured the Smokey and tangy vinegar authentic Eastern NC BBQ. The green beans were perfect- not soggy or overcooked but not crunchy - literally just right. The cornbread was rustic and fluffy. The kids really enjoyed the chicken and fries. Highly recommend! Definitely worth the drive and will definitely be returning!! Also saw it appears to be a new chain, they a second location in El Segundo. Now if only they would come further South to South OC in SJC... read more

Sauced BBQ & Spirits - 2 meat : pulled pork and burnt ends with cornbread and green beans - Barbeque Near Me - Irvine, California

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BBQ COMBO PLATE: 3 MEATS - half-chicken, brisket, ribs. Meats were marinated but they were not tender. Ribs did not fall off the bones at all! Cutting ribs and chicken with the knives given was hard to cut when it should just fall off the bones with simply our forks. Their 3 meats plate is not as good as compare to 4 meats plate at Smoqued California BBQ for similar price. Chicken's outside skin was flavorful/crispy but inside meats tasted dry. I needed to dip meats in sauces here. I rarely have to dip any bbq meats in sauces in other places. Their garlic Texas toast helped make up for the meats. Waffle fries were ok. They got cold quick because of the AC. Server accidentaly served us cornbread then quickly came back and apologized and took it to the right table. I thought it was part of the house where you get bread like Texas Roadhouse but I guess not. My first time here so learn as I go. It might looks small on the outside but it is quite spacious inside. Staff were super nice and friendly. Food came out fast and server kept checking to make sure we have what we need. the AC is strong here so our foods get cold quick. It is a nice place to sit down with friends and family for a bbq gathering with drinks but quality of meats were not as good for me. I took half of the plate home and server provided us with sauces to take home so that was nice. Parking - it is inside a big shopping plaza so there are plenty of parkings. read more

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New BBQ spot in the Marketplace! I attended Sauced's soft opening. We arrived about 15 minutes before our reservation time, but were sat and waited on immediately. We started off with a Sauced Paloma and a Sauced Old Fashioned to drink. We ordered our appetizer and food, and they both came out within 5 minutes. So fast! I think we had all of our food before our reservation even technically began! For appetizer, we did hush puppies (can't remember the actual name!), they were delicious! They came with a soft, sweet butter that paired wonderfully. My partner and I split a 3 meat plate and we had more than enough food. We probably could've done a 2 meat. We got pulled pork, ribs, and burnt ends. My partner, who is a rib enthusiast, said they were some of the best ribs he'd ever had! The meat fell right off the bone. Pulled pork and brisket were also both amazing. Mac and cheese was pretty run of the mill, but good! The only thing that wasn't great were the green beans. They tasted and looked like they just came out of a can. Disappointing. There were several TVs playing all kinds of sports. Definitely a new spot to catch a game if that's your thing! read more

Sauced BBQ & Spirits - 3 meat plate (ribs, pulled pork, burnt ends) with green beans and mac and cheese - Barbeque Near Me - Irvine, California

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