Woody's was second only to Philips in my personal BBQ hall of fame. But, I couldn't be bothered to…read moremake the trek down to Inglewood and I heard it went downhill. So, relatives came to town specifically asking for ribs and brisket so I rolled over there. There were about six people waiting and I saw it was cash only, so I decided to be efficient rather than perturbed. I went to the ATM, came back and placed and paid for my small tray, ran an errand for my upcoming guests and came back. Perfect timing - when I got back my order was hot and steamy. As were those hot links! Whew! Everything was succulent, except that I found the chicken to be a touch dry. And for a tray for 6-8 people, how about containers of potato salad and beans? Those were about 2 cups each. You know y'all just got those sides in bulk at Costco. Anyways the sauce had the complexity of a family recipe covering the smoked meats to perfection. More than enough meat! That young girl who served me was a sweetheart. Keep doing you, Woody's. Never change.

Woody's BBQ on Slauson is my go-to for last-minute parties! I'll order a platter or order…read moreeverything à la carte since my family doesn't eat pork. Our favorites are the chicken sausage, beef ribs, sliced beef, and corn on the cob. I always get the medium-hot sauce on the side--the food is good! I'm giving them four stars because they only accept cash and don't take phone orders. During the holidays, you have to wait outside in a very long line, and I'm not a fan of that process. One more thing: Be careful when parking in front because cars fly down Slauson! If you stop by, tell them Christine the Realtor sent you!

New go to dinner for concert nights! This place saved me from paying $20 for chicken tenders at the…read moreForum, and the food is so much more satisfying. I got the 1/2 lb of rib tips with greens and cornbread, plus their peach cobbler. I loved the rib tips--the sauce is tangy and different from other bbq sauces, but pretty tasty. The cornbread was dry, but the greens stole the show for me. They were so, so tender and flavorful, I was surprised by how much I enjoyed them! The cobbler was the perfect ending to the meal, warm and spiced, and just the sweet treat I needed. All of the staff were so friendly and the service was prompt. There's some outdoor and indoor seating if you're eating in, otherwise grab it to go and ask for some wet wipes. Overall, very solid place!

I arrived 30 minutes before Woody's opened. The most lovely man allowed me to order and had the…read morefood ready for me after about 20 minutes! That was so awesome! I ordered macaroni and cheese and rib tips. Macaroni: A little soft, but flavorful and rich. Rib tips: Great amount of flavor. I didn't even use sauce!! I'd return. I love supporting neighborhood businesses!!!

The food was great, but what really stood out to me was the service. Our server, Trevor, was…read moreincredibly attentive and friendly from the moment we arrived until we left. What I appreciated most was the balance. The service never felt overbearing, so we could relax, enjoy our dinner, and have our own space, while still feeling completely taken care of. Trevor was especially good at anticipating what we might need and checking in at just the right moments, often noticing something before we even had to ask. Everyone we encountered throughout the evening was pleasant, welcoming, and accommodating, which made the entire experience feel effortless. I left genuinely impressed with the level of service and will definitely be back. Trevor and the rest of the team made an already great dinner that much better.

I grew up in Hollywood, but I had no idea that some of the best barbecue has been happening a few…read moreblocks down in Fairfax for the last 15 years. Luckily, my younger brother turned me on to Bludso's recently and we just finished a family lunch there. Since they only serve their sandwiches on weekdays, we opted for Fried Okra, "2 Meats 2 Sides"(chicken and brisket), two sandwich buns. At the suggestion of our server, Beto, we added an extra quarter pound of sliced brisket. Beto really knows what he's doing... and because of him it was a perfectly satisfying amount of food for the three of us. He definitely went above and beyond. We're looking forward to heading there on one of the next weekdays our teenager has off to try their sandwiches.

Kenny's Q Bar- B- Que first got started in NOLA in 1981, then established a restaurant in Los…read moreAngeles Ca in 1995 and finally landed his place in Inglewood Ca 2015. This place is in walking distance to Kia Forum Sofi Stadium, and Intuit Dome, probaly does really good dueing event. It's like take out, their is two table with a bench seat, once I order and went back to my car, when my food was ready staff delivered to your car, great customer service. We ordered, ribs chicken links plus BBQ chicken, all of the meat was very tasty and delicious. They open at 11am and I order a chicken link plate, he stated the delivery guy hasn't arrived yet so left and came back....the wait!

I wanted to like this hole in the wall but it was just not good. The guy was so nice, but he…read morecouldn't save the food. The Mac n cheese wasn't even good. The sandwiches were so greasy, they were inedible. It was hard to even pick up and impossible to finish.

Two Hommés saved the night! We needed a late-night bite after our flight, and despite a packed…read morehouse, the front-of-house team got us seated right away. The servers were amazing--we told them we were on a tight timeline, and they made sure our food arrived fast. The Jollof Platter with Branzino was delicious, but please do yourself a favor and order the Plantain Sticky Rice! It is so unique, perfectly sweet, and cleanses the palate beautifully. I would honestly come back just for that dessert alone. A perfect new spot to recommend to friends, especially as a post-LAX meal!

Despite a very modest storefront, this place has a nice interior, extremely friendly servers, and…read moreoutstanding food - definitely some of the best I had on this trip (this exceeded expectations, while Guelaguetza (which also appears on a lot of 'best of' lists) underwhelmed). The Jollof platter had a lot going on, and all of it good. We also got the entire Jerk Braised Short Rib, and while it was amazing, I wish we'd gone with the 'add on' size for $22, and had it with the garlic noodles (although then we wouldn't have gotten the outstanding whipped sweet potatoes... hmm). The broccolini and Hummus were both outstanding (the hummus wildly exceeded expectations because of the flat bread it came with, and I'd make it a high priority).

Great bbq on the westside, and the lunch sandwich special is an amazing deal! I order it with two…read moresides of the sweet potato casserole--it's that good. The brisket and hot link sandwich has a generous portion of meat, and I love the sweetness of their barbecue sauce. You'll be ready for a nap after eating it for lunch, but it'll be worth it!

You get James Beard awarding winning bbq at pit master Kevin Bludso's place. Love the family and…read morehistorical photos on the walls and menu. Vegetarians, choices are limited but they do have smoked jack fruit. Excellent service from German P. One sauce per orders he offered both regular and spicy. Nice inside, good for groups. TVs showed sports but are muted. Came for DineLA lunch, a great deal for 2 proteins, 2 sides and corn bread. It was so much food. PORK RIBS - excellent, meat falls off the bone BRISKET- looked like had fatty not lean piece. Underseasoned, do not recommend PULLED PORK - thumbs up! Moist, smoky COLLARD GREENS - with pulled pork. Very good MAC N CHEESE - not good, pasta was overcooked, room temperature CORN BREAD with Honey Butter - absolutely delicious! Really appreciate their very big parking lot, some with tandem spaces. Would definitely come back for pulled pork, ribs, try other stuff like banana pudding.

We came to Chubby Cattle to celebrate my husband's birthday, and we couldn't have asked for a…read morebetter experience! From the moment we arrived, our server, Kevin, was absolutely wonderful. He took the time to explain the menu to us, answered all of our questions, and gave us excellent recommendations on how to cook and enjoy our meats. His knowledge, attentiveness, and genuine care really stood out. Kevin even brought out a special cut of meat and personally cooked it for us, and it was absolutely delicious! The quality of the food, the cuts of meat, and the freshness were all top-notch. Every bite was amazing! What truly made our visit extra special was the level of service. Kevin went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable, enjoying our meal, and having a memorable birthday celebration. His attention to detail and friendly personality made the entire experience even better. Thank you, Kevin, for making my husband's birthday so special and for giving us such an amazing dining experience! We truly appreciate you and will definitely be coming back. Highly recommend Chubby Cattle, especially if you're looking for delicious food, high-quality meat, ambience and exceptional service! We came to Chubby Cattle to celebrate my husband's birthday, and we couldn't have asked for a better experience! From the moment we arrived, our server, Kevin, was absolutely wonderful. He took the time to explain the menu to us, answered all of our questions, and gave us excellent recommendations on how to cook and enjoy our meats. His knowledge, attentiveness, and genuine care really stood out. Kevin even brought out a special cut of meat and personally cooked it for us, and it was absolutely delicious! The quality of the food, the cuts of meat, and the freshness were all top-notch. Every bite was amazing! What truly made our visit extra special was the level of service. Kevin went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable, enjoying our meal, and having a memorable birthday celebration. His attention to detail and friendly personality made the entire experience even better. Thank you, Kevin, for making my husband's birthday so special and for giving us such an amazing dining experience! We truly appreciate you and will definitely be coming back. Highly recommend Chubby Cattle, especially if you're looking for delicious food, high-quality meat, ambience and exceptional service!

Our server Ruth was very helpful and attentive. It was my first time here and she was very helpful…read morein recommending items to try out and how the menu worked. Will be coming back to this location again! Thank you again for the amazing service!

A Special Thank You to Carlos, an Outstanding Manager!…read more I would also like to give special recognition to Carlos, the manager, who deserves just as much praise as his wonderful team. Carlos personally came to our table, shook our hands, and warmly welcomed me and my friends. That simple but meaningful gesture speaks volumes about the kind of person and manager he is. He made us feel genuinely welcome and showed us that hospitality starts at the top. I cannot mention this restaurant without mentioning Carlos because great managers make a lasting impression, not only through how they run a restaurant, but through how they treat people. Carlos is a true gentleman--friendly, humble, professional, and genuinely welcoming. His personal attention to his guests reflects outstanding leadership and sets a wonderful example for his staff. Between Carlos's exceptional hospitality, Natalie's beautiful smile and warm welcome, and Rachel's excellent service, our visit became much more than just a meal. It became an experience worth remembering. Carlos, Natalie, and Rachel are the kind of people who make customers want to return. Management like Carlos, combined with employees like Natalie and Rachel, is what makes a restaurant truly special. Carlos, thank you for taking the time to greet us personally and make us feel welcome. You are a credit to your profession, and your restaurant is fortunate to have you leading such a wonderful team. I cannot say enough good things about you and your staff. Five stars for Carlos, five stars for Natalie, five stars for Rachel, and five stars for genuine hospitality!

Everything was great, the food, service, and ambiance! The restaurant was clean, and every plate…read morewas delicious. I came with my husband and two children. We used to drive all the way to Cerritos, so we were excited to hear there was a closer location. Whatever management is doing here, keep it up because it's amazing! Our server, Kayley, was so kind, attentive, and on point with her recommendations. Overall, just a really great dinner with my family, and I'm so grateful for that. Thank you so much! We'll definitely be back!

Another hot summer day and Phillips to the rescue once again!! The family is coming over and I…read morerefuse to cook. Got large tray everyone will have options and a few sides. It's worth every penny! I didn't place a order like i usually do. To my vert pleasant surprise the was one lady placing an order ahead of me, everyone else was waiting. I went next door to Harriet's while waiting. I put the cheesecake in the car walked back in my number was called withing 5 minutes. Excellent, accurate and speedy service!

I ordered a tray of Barbecue because I did not feel up to doing my own! Big mistake! The Bbq sauce…read morewas awful tasting, no sweetness at all ugh!!!! The potato sauce had an overwhelming taste of ONIONS! I had to spit it out! The only thing that taste ok was the Bbq beans otherwise I would have given them a '0'! I will never waste my money or time standing in line!!!! I will never go there again!!!

Every year, I make use of the free birthday appetizer or dessert coupon with purchase. I ordered…read morethe lunch crispy low country shrimp with fries and cole slaw. I chose the cracked out deviled eggs appetizer as my free appetizer. The crispy shrimp was fried well, but the flavor came from the remoulade. The fries and slaw were good. The deviled eggs were topped with chicken cracklings, green onions, red peppers, and seasoning with crispy onion straws. Service was friendly and polite and my pick up order was ready at the designated time.

It's disappointing to see what this brand has become. There was a time when it was a staple in my…read morehousehold--I could travel for work and still rely on their food to take care of my family. Sadly, that's no longer the case. Like many others, it seems they've started cutting corners. The quality of the food has noticeably declined, and it's clear the staff aren't being treated well. It's not surprising that people don't want to work here anymore. This location used to be one of the best, but that level of excellence is gone--and it doesn't seem like it's coming back. I honestly don't understand how it still holds a three-star rating; perhaps those reviews are coming from customers who haven't invested as much time or money here as my family and I have over the years. At this point, my biggest concern is for the employees. As the brand continues to decline, they'll be the ones forced to move on and find new opportunities. I genuinely wish them the best.