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Woody's BBQ

3.0 (209 reviews)
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Moderate noise
Casual
Dogs allowed
Good for kids

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Ken B.

First, let me say that the service was pleasant. Don't expect to dine in. This is an order-grab-and-go establishment. Which isn't a bad thing. I ordered the beef ribs with sauce on the side and chicken links. The beef ribs were overcooked and barely had meat on the bone and not worth the price. The chicken sausage had a wonderful taste. And this is the reason I gave them two stars. I might return and try their spare ribs. But I cannot take another chance on their beef ribs.

Erin B.

Was in town for work today and my coworkers spoke highly of this restaurant. I asked at the counter for a recommendation and his favorite was beef in a basket adding the coleslaw inside. It was AMAZING, melted in my mouth. Can't wait to go back and try more.

The food was good. The service was excellent. I've been there before. It wasn't so good, but they have improved since the last time. I've been there very good place.

Old school since 1975
Franklin M.

Old school since 1975. I stopped by for lunch on Saturday and they had a steady stream of customers coming and going. Mostly everyone takes it to go but not me I ate the food there on the outdoor bench with a single table. I ordered the beef ribs, mac n' cheese, and baked beans which also comes with two fresh slices of white bread. I asked for the spicy hot sauce for the ribs and they were pretty good with all the sides.

This is the brisket sandwich.

Upon entering the establishment, the place was really clean and well put together. You cannot eat inside. This is a "To Go" business for sure. Staff was friendly and welcoming. I thoroughly enjoyed the music while waiting. I ordered a brisket sandwich that came with a side. My side selection was the Baked Beans and another side of Potato Salad. Cost was roughly $14.00 and change. Unfortunately the food just didn't do it for me and here's why: I ordered a sandwich! Didn't get a sandwich. I got meat and two pieces of bread. The bread wasn't super dry, but didn't taste fresh. The devil is in the details. My recommendation is to switch the practice to a Brioche or other style of bun. The tenderness of the meat was not there. It was a little tough. I would probably investigate the meat supplier or the process to make the meat more tender. The sauce was just basic. Nothing special or creative about the sauce. Maybe add honey or a little spice. Needs something different that's not available on a shelf; something that would make me want to spend my money here again. Back in the day my parents would fire up the grill. Mom always made homemade potato salad, but the beans came from a can. I cannot say for sure, but I swear these beans are canned. They taste very processed. Leaves a bad taste in your mouth. The potato salad was decent. Just bland and nothing special. I was raised in this community. I passed this establishment for years walking to and from school. I've never seen it packed or crowded. This places has always been closed or burned. Although my opinion is honest, I'd love to drive by and see a line around the corner. Message to the owners: Your service is excellent, but your product is suffering. Let me know when you have made changes and I'd love to spend my money with you again. No outside advertising? No specials? No pictures? What's your marketing plan?

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1 year ago

Great food. BBQ Rib tip was sensational. We did have some disturbance from a disrespectful customer but management handled it perfectly.

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1 year ago

The sauce tastes like ketchup & not bbq sauce . I got the combo & was disappointed. The food was bland

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The food has great flavor and cook well your customer service is pleasing your no. 1

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1 year ago

Too much sauce and they hike prices by the holiday.. Regular people don't like it. ..........learn how to cook beef ribs.

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2 years ago

The rip tips were amazing. Great clean waiting area and friendly staff. Def recommend giving this place a try. I will be back.

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2 years ago

Food was delicious rib tips Macaroni salad ribs bomb service was great Ambiance amazing so happy they are open again. My to go to spot

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1 year ago

The bbq has good flavor and it is very tender. The sauce so flavorful. I would recommend Woody's give them a try.

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I spent over 130 on food and the ribs was too dry i couldnt eat it. Went back the nxt day and offered me one piece of rib. Never coming back

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This is definitely one of the best BBQ spots in LA. I'm torn between this and Moo's...not sure who…read moregets the crown. Probably 1a and 1b. That aside, onto the review... Bludso's brisket is tender and marinated just right. While some briskets are too salty, Bludso's maintains a light and balanced flavor profile, which lets me enjoy the flavor of the beef. However, be warned that some leaner cuts might be a tad bit dry. The pork ribs were also great. although they weren't "fall off the bone" soft, it's still one of the best ones I've had in LA. The sides were also good. They weren't mind blowing but they were definitely comforting. Overall, Bludso's is a great BBQ spot that I would come to again and again. Definitely one of the best in LA. Note: I do have to say that if you're from Texas, you might not be "wow'd". Franklin BBQ in Austin is leagues above both Bludso's and Moo's (first time in my life having brisket melt in my mouth!!). But if you've never left LA, Bludso's will probably be the some of the best BBQ you've had in your life!

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Moo's Craft was absolutely delicious. It's been a while since I had good BBQ and I'm glad Moo's was…read morethere to scratch that itch. I'm from NorCal so our BBQ game is lacking. I saw a few YouTubers eating food from moo's Craft so knew I had to have it on my list of places to try when visiting socal. My group and I decided to stop here for our lunch before going to universal studios since it was along the way. Parking is pretty confusing for us. They state there's a lot behind the building to park at, but it looks liked you have to pay and we weren't sure which lot. So we just did street parking. We did go around 1:30 pm on a Thursday, so did not have much of an issue with finding street parking. Inside the restaurant, they have plenty of seating indoors and outdoors. There's no wait staff, so you go to the counter and order and once it's ready, they call your name/number and you pick up your tray of food from the counter. We ordered the El trio platter, which comes with 1 lbs of brisket, 1 lbs of pork ribs, 2 sausages (chili relleno and cheddar jalapeno) and 2 sides (which we chose Mac and cheese and red potato salad). We also saw the burgers from YouTube so got 2 of the Thicc burgers to share among everyone. We got a sides of the Texas chili to try. Everything was great. Our group really enjoyed the food and everyone said the BBQ was some of the best they've had. The brisket was really tender and seasoned well. Everything was seasoned well actually. The burger was great. It was soft, great flavor and was just really solid. One of the best burgers I've had. The ribs were everyone's least favorite, but that just means the other food tasted better. Ribs were still good. All the sides were delicious as well. The Texas chili was great, the Mac and cheese was creamy and the potato salad tasted homemade. We could tell it was made in house. The sweet iced tea was refreshing, not overly sweet b Overall, I'll have to come back here to try their desserts and other items. I'll for sure be getting the burger and brisket again.

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