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    Swing Inn Cafe & BBQ

    4.0 (1.9k reviews)
    Open 6:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Dogs allowed

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    Dried brisket
    Alfonso D.

    I found this place after watching a YouTuber recommend their brisket, so I decided to give it a try. I don't usually leave negative reviews, but this experience did not meet expectations. I ordered the brisket sandwich, and it was extremely dry. I had to send it back twice, and both times the meat still lacked freshness and quality--it tasted like it was from a previous day's batch. The service was the only positive. The waitress was polite, attentive, and did her best to accommodate the situation. When she checked back in, I let her know the food was not good. For a first-time visit--especially when ordering a recommended item--the expectation should be higher. I wasn't asking for a discount, but the overall experience did not match what was promoted. Based on this visit, I would not recommend this place, and I don't plan on returning.

    Breakfast menu
    Kelly S.

    We went on the weekend and there was a long wait. Glad we checked inside and there were seats at the bar. Tip: If you don't mind sitting at the bar, they are first come first serve. Food and drinks were good. Minus 1 star for the slow service. Red sangria and the Heisenberg cocktail tasted strong. Pork belly was tender and juicy. The breakfast brisket with scrambled eggs and fries was good. I was able to substitute the hash browns/potatoes with fries. The jalapeño poppers stuffed with brisket was filling and only had a mild spice. The desserts (cream pies and cinnamon buns) looked good, but we were stuffed. Will try next time.

    Caroline K.

    Come here hungry!!! We were able to get in really quickly which was awesome - normally there is a line out the door! The food was good classic breakfast food but made sure to add any of the bbq sauces! Those are the bomb dot com! I wanted to buy a bottle but forgot...

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    Molly R.

    Food is delicious, service is great, and ambience is great, pancakes, waffles all breakfast selections are great and good portions Delicious

    Chicken fried steak breakfast
    Steve W.

    A local gem that can't be missed! Is that dramatic enough??! Well it should be, because they serve up some yummy fare here. They specialize in breakfasts and BBQ. We had a party of 8, and every one of us loved our meals. Our server was amazing, and this has the perfect 'greasy spoon' vibe. (Greasy spoon used in a loving way). We had one breakfast and 7 lunches. The BLT was perfect, the Wild West burger was huge and delicious. The brisket and pulled pork was on point and smoky good. The chicken fried steak was not one of your boring run of the mill types, it was breaded perfectly. Even the patty melt rocked!! They also have three types of BBQ sauce, sweet, regular, and spicy. All three were exactly right for the meat you put it on. Weekends must get pretty busy, we were there after golf on a Monday at 12:30, and it was packed. So glad I finally tried this spot, as I'm not far away from here.

    Breakfast menu (backside) - 12/31/23
    Hee Y.

    We arrived around 12 and our party of 3 was seated at 12:25pm on a Saturday. There is parking behind the restaurant. If it's full, there's public parking garage nearby as well. We were seated outside and it was quite sunny. When we were here 2 years ago, there was a jackfruit burger option. But looking at the menu now, the only vegetarian entree options were the popeye omelet and the belgian waffle or french toast. Everything else has meat in it. And there are no vegan options, unless you maybe order just plain carbs. The popeye omelet was good - buttery with lots of veggies. The french toast was good as well. The portions are generous so we had leftovers. Our server was very friendly.

    3 types of barbecue sauce...House was my fave
    Deb O.

    First time in Old Temecula and went to the lavender shop. I asked the cashier what restaurant she recommends and this was one of them. Glad we went here. I went with my friend and shared the brisket plate which was recommended by our server. Also ordered coleslaw and coke. The restaurant is nice and our server was good. It was lunch time and there were lots of people so it took a few minutes before we were seated so the wait wasn't bad. The food was pretty good and my friend really liked the brisket. I liked it but I'm kind of biased since I've tried some of the greatest Texas barbecue in Austin, also a few other restaurants in Fort Worth, Dallas and Abilene. The brisket here is still good and if I lived close by, I would return but I'm from San Diego. Coleslaw was pretty good too. Out of the 3 types of barbecue sauces, our fave was the House Barbecue Sauce.

    Brisket, ribs, Mac and cheese, mashed potatoes
    Gabe S.

    I'm a sucker for a good BBQ spot, and after hearing about this place, I was excited to try it. We got the brisket and ribs as a two piece combo with a side of Mac and cheese and mashed potatoes. The brisket was nice and tender. It wasn't as juicy as I expected, but it was still good! The ribs weren't sliding off the bone showing "tenderism" but it was juicy and very good to eat. I personally love their house bbq sauce which elevates everything. I literally threw it on everything including the Mac and cheese and mashed potatoes. Killed more than half the bottle after I was done eating. Also tried their famous cinnamon roll! We ordered it to go, and I honestly would recommend trying it fresh, but it's a cinnamon roll! It won't disappoint. Service-wise, you feel the hospitality right when you step in through the doors. Our waitress was very kind and accommodating even though it was a packed house. She made sure that all our needs were met and always checked up on us even though she was running around like crazy! The restaurant itself had a great smokehouse feel to it. Nice and cozy, and their outdoor seating is scenic since it's located in downtown Temecula. You smell the smokers right when you pull up to the parking lot and that gets your appetite going. Parking is also free when you dine in there!

    Andrew N.

    So heard about this place online and heard good things! We came here on a sunday afternoon with a party of 10 so it was about an hour and a half wait. We didnt mind the wait but there should be a way to contact your guests when your table is ready rather than waiting around the area waiting for your name to be called and possibly miss it. Service was great. Our waitress was very attentive and helpful. No qualms about that. What I do have a qualm about it, is the bbq. Got the pork belly burnt ends and it wasnt even charred, it seem boiled. That was disappointing. The ribs itself were not really tender and more mulchy than anything else. The bbq sauce could not save it. The nachos and chili cheese fries were fine but nothing amazing. Considering the wait time with the quality of the food, I would give it a 2/5.

    Unsweetened Tea

    Pretty good food. The best brisket I have had so far! Ribs were average and the turkey was very dry. Coleslaw was decent, baked beans were ok and Mac and cheese tasted kind of gritty. If we go back I would just get the brisket hands down.

    Jossie M.

    Great service but food was kind of pricey (pulled pork and brisket was a bit dry for us). The good we were seated right away and we were able to place our order without any issues. It included the pulled pork sandwich which was bigger than expected and came with a large portion of fries. The 2 meats meal was enough for two people and came with two sides. The pastrami was a hit for us because it was so tender and almost melted in our mouth. The brisket was a bit dry for us and the sides were good (mashed potatoes and mac n cheese). The vibe was more of a diner feel and some areas needed some maintenance/repair (some chairs were coming apart). We will come back and try their breakfast.

    Service and slid way south, wait times are far too long, and grounds in the coffee. For many years this was the place to go. I think I'll pass next time.

    Carren R.

    My son lives in Southern Cal and met me for my birthday here. He recommended it. I had an omelette which was good! My husband and son both enjoyed their meals too. We were seated outside, the weather was perfect! Service was very good too! We got eight in on a Saturday morning! Highly recommend!

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    Huge portions but pretty underwhelming breakfast food. Greasy diner stuff. Service was good

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    Ask the Community - Swing Inn Cafe & BBQ

    Are they pet friendly?

    Yes..outside

    What time do they start serving the smoked prime rib Wednesdays and Thursdays?

    Is BBQ served at opening? There are no listed hours for the lunch menu?

    They start serving bbq at 11a

    Is the swing in dog friendly?

    Yes on the patio

    Do you have a Happy Hour menu? Can you post it please. Thanks

    Wed-Fri 3-5 and anytime there is a football game playing so extend Thursday till 7pm-ish and Sundays almost all day....1/2 priced Pretezl Balls, Chicken Wings(highly recommend) and cheese curds....$5 bottles of Bud Lt and Coors Lt and… Read more

    Are breakfast and lunch menus served all day? There's no times posted on the menu? We are coming in for brunch but hoping to be able to order off either menu

    All day breakfast

    Can I make a reservation for a Saturday afternoon?

    They do not take any reservations

    Are they open now? No one answers the phone.

    Yea

    Are they open I know last month they were open for outdoor seating but not sure now I'm assuming they're closed since no one answers the phone?

    I believe they are open for dinner Wednesday through Sunday.

    Is it dog friendly?

    They just built a large outdoor patio, and now they're dog friendly outside! Just confirmed again this morning.

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    This tea house is such a charming and inviting spot. The atmosphere is elegant yet relaxed, making…read moreit perfect for a girls' lunch or a leisurely afternoon with friends. The staff are consistently kind and attentive, which makes every visit feel special. The overall experience is simply enjoyable and refined, with a vibe that's both sophisticated and welcoming. Definitely one of my favorite places to unwind and enjoy good company.

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