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    3 meat combo. Ribs, tri tip, and hot links
    Midori M.

    Picked up some yummy BBQ from The Hotbox BBQ. They were at an event in Selma at Lincoln Park. I got the three meat combo plate. I chose tri tip, ribs and hot links. I had them put the sauce on the side. I'm not a huge sauce person. But this one was very good. For the sides I got the chili beans and mac and cheese. Everything was very good! Visit their storefront or follow them on social media to see where they may pop up.

    Brisket

    Got lunch here yesterday and was not disappointed. Got the 3 meat combo with brisket, tri-tip and sausage (with beans and Mac and cheese on the side). Everything was great, tri tip could've been a bit softer but the brisket made up for everything, especially the bark. Wow. Deff going back soon.

    Brisket , Bread , Brisket Beans

    Maaan this shit was soooooo good! The bbq sauce is and don't get me started on the brisket beans fr omg! I stopped by quick on my way through & left extremely satisfied. Go here, NOW.

    Service was great and the portions are large. We didn't get to try the ribs due to an issue an issue with the wood, so it would be another half hour before those items were ready. We decided to get what was available, which was the cheddar and jalapeño hot link and brisket. The brisket was a little chewy, but the flavor was very good. I ordered mac and cheese and didn't realize until I got home I was given mashed potatoes. I'll still come back because I want to try the ribs and mac and cheese and I would get the brisket again.

    Got the 3 meat combo with Pork ribs, brisket, and sausage.

    I've heard of gas station bbq spots being hidden gems, and this was definitely one of them. The food was perfectly smoked, and had a nice well seasoned flavor. The ribs were juicy, and packed with flavor. The brisket was tender, had a nice bark, and last but not least the sausage had something I always look for which is a kick of spice. Overall the food was a great choice, and nothing was set aside with any hint of dissatisfaction.

    Brisket Grilled Cheese, fries, chili beans, mac and cheese and beef rib

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    Definitely a good bite ! Can't go wrong with any of the items . The loaded baked potatoe is my go 2.

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    The max n cheese could've been bigger, but over all, the food is really good. Another gas station in the hood w yummy stuff inside!

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    brisket burrito or brisket fries !!! must try those if you stop by. it's a known spot in fresno for some fire bbq.

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    The loaded potatoes was so good. Highly recommend! The new worker, great. Will try the the platter next time.

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    2 years ago

    First time trying today, definitely recommend! Food tastes fresh and the guys are really nice. Definitely worth your money

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    Good BBQ it did not disappoint, when I don't feel like BBQ'n, I'll be hitting them back up.

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    Best food n best customer service in Fresno ! Owner really friends n makes you feel welcomed !

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    3 years ago

    Awesome food and even more amazing people! Highly recommend! Some of the best barbecue I've ever had.

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    3 years ago

    Food was horrible!! Customer service was nonexistent. Do not go if it is the last place on earth!!!

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    Food is 10/10 loaded fries were the best Dish I've ever had from any bbq or even food place will definitely go back! Service was 10/10 also!

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    the Mac n cheese is really good along with the tri trip you gotta try this place at least once!

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    The best BBQ I've had ever. I've been here 4+ times and it still hits…read more Lines can vary from time to time, but I was happily surprised that the line was short today even for going in at noon. What's convenient is they have a posted paper at the front to tell you what they ran out of, so you know when you order. They ran out of their 2 cobblers, chicken lollipop (I usually find that they run out of this often) and pork belly today. Took 10 mins to get food after ordering. A good amount of spots to eat inside and outside. We ordered two 2-meat plates + cornbread. All in all, we had their brisket, burnt ends, tri-tip, and ribs + coleslaw, potato salad, Mac & cheese, and beans as sides. We've tried almost everything at earlier visits and burnt ends are still my fav. All meats are tasty with their special rub, as well as their OG bbq sauce on the burnt ends. No notes for any of the sides- just delicious! Also if you like some heat, definitely get their spicy BBQ sauce on the side. This will forever be my fav BBQ spot!

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    This is my third or 4th trip to Chucks. I am trying to order something different every time I go!…read more I also go at different times of the day, and of the week. The service is always excellent and down home friendly. The atmosphere is homey and welcoming always! The tables are always clean and the food is just mouth watering good!!!!! Today I had a plate of boneless ribs with two sides: potato salad and rice pilaf. My daughter had tri tip sandwich with fries and hickory smoked beans Plate. The meat tender, juicy, and fall apart delicious! Everything is just homemade delicious! I think about it when I am working! Cooking! All the time! It was noon time, so they were pretty busy, with take out orders as well as dine-in. If you have not been you must go try some BBQ, soon! Happy eating at Chuck's!

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    I've been coming here since they opened in fresno, the quality has gone down hill tremendously…read more Pricing has gone up, serving sizes gone down. I love brisket, the last 3 times, brisket was dried and probably days old. Brisket in suppose to be tender and juicy. This was not. Tri tip cut the wrong way, not even tender, consistently out of certain side dishes and act like they're sold out. Service is ok, food truck style, they had the indoors open for a little bit, not sure what's happened. The ambiance is downtown food truck style, service is ok, near other bars and restaurants. 11/14 - 2 plates ~$50 12/4 2 plates - ~$75 They lost a customer in me. I can go to mega Texas, westwoods or any other location for better bbq options.

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