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5 Best BBQ Restaurants in Los Angeles (2026)

Independently ranked by our review of ratings, reviews and reputation · How we chose

Thorne Savarin
By Thorne Savarin, Culinary Explorer · ✓ Data verified August 2026 · 8 min read

The best BBQ restaurants in Los Angeles span Old Hollywood prime rib, Texas-style brisket, and Korean BBQ tables where you cook the meat yourself, and the names here have logged nearly 12,000 Google reviews between them. Smoke House Restaurant in Burbank alone accounts for 4,666 of those reviews at a 4.4 average, having served the same garlic cheese bread since 1946.

Short answer: The most-reviewed BBQ restaurant in Los Angeles is Smoke House Restaurant (4.4 stars, 4,666 reviews), an Old Hollywood steakhouse in Burbank open since 1946. Ray's Texas BBQ holds the highest rating on this page at 4.5, while Park's BBQ brings Korean-style tableside grilling. Expect $10-30 per person for a casual plate and $40-60+ for a full sit-down dinner.
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Los Angeles BBQ Spots, Compared

# Business Rating Reviews Best for
1 Smoke House Restaurant 4.4 ★ 4,666 Old Hollywood steakhouse dining View ›
2 Bludso's BBQ 4.4 ★ 2,886 Texas-style brisket and ribs View ›
3 Park's BBQ 4.4 ★ 2,275 Korean BBQ tableside grilling View ›
4 Smokehouse on Main 4.4 ★ 1,068 Southern-style BBQ with live music View ›
5 Ray's Texas Bbq 4.5 ★ 872 No-frills Texas brisket View ›
5 Best BBQ Restaurants in Los Angeles (2026)

Where to eat BBQ in Los Angeles

Smoke House Restaurant logo
#1 Overall🕑 Open 7 days

Smoke House Restaurant

4.44,666 Google reviews

Smoke House Restaurant, in Burbank since 1946, serves prime rib, steaks, and its self-described World's Greatest Garlic Cheese Bread in a full-service Old Hollywood dining room near the studio lots. The menu leans steakhouse rather than smokehouse, with reservations recommended given its long-standing local reputation.

What people praise

  • Garlic cheese bread called out by name across dozens of reviews
  • Historic Hollywood atmosphere and memorabilia praised repeatedly
  • Accommodating to walk-ins even without a reservation, per multiple reviewers
  • Generous portions on the prime rib and burger

Worth knowing

  • One reviewer describes the prime rib as slightly chewy at medium rare
  • Valet parking runs $8-10, though free street parking is available nearby
Reputation scorecardrank in Los Angeles
Rating4.4 / 5
Review volume4,666 · 97th
Confidencevery high
Recency7 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown69% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The most-reviewed name on this page by a wide margin, and a genuine Los Angeles institution since 1946. Book ahead if you want the main dining room rather than the bar.

Website Book now+1818-845-3731 Directions

4420 Lakeside Dr, Burbank, CA 91505

Bludso's BBQ logo
#2🕑 Open 7 days

Bludso's BBQ

4.42,886 Google reviews

Bludso's BBQ, on La Brea Avenue, is a Texas-style smokehouse and sports bar run under pitmaster Kevin Bludso, known for slow-smoked brisket, ribs, and sausage alongside a full bar. The restaurant also ships its sauces and rubs nationally and runs a loyalty program called the Smoke Club.

What people praise

  • Brisket consistently praised as tender and smoky across most reviews
  • Lively, welcoming atmosphere noted repeatedly
  • Mac and cheese and baked beans called out as standout sides
  • Full bar with attentive service

Worth knowing

  • A few recent reviewers report the ribs running dry compared to earlier visits
  • One reviewer notes a drop in consistency versus previous experiences
Reputation scorecardrank in Los Angeles
Rating4.4 / 5
Review volume2,886 · 92th
Confidencevery high
Recency8 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown69% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A well-known name in LA's modern barbecue scene with real Texas roots. Reviews suggest the brisket remains the strongest order, while rib quality has drawn some recent mixed feedback.

Website Book now+1323-931-2583 Directions

609 N La Brea Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90036

Park's BBQ logo
#3🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Park's BBQ

4.42,275 Google reviews

Park's BBQ, in Koreatown, has served premium Korean BBQ since 2003, known for USDA Prime and Kobe-style beef grilled tableside, alongside banchan and tofu soup. It carries a Michelin Guide recommendation and draws a loyal following for special-occasion dinners.

What people praise

  • Meat quality and marbling praised repeatedly as top-tier
  • Banchan described as flavorful without being overly salty
  • Attentive, professional service noted across most reviews
  • Michelin Guide recognition referenced by multiple reviewers

Worth knowing

  • Reservations essential, with walk-ins often unable to be seated
  • Runs pricier than the other names on this page, with per-person costs frequently over $40
Reputation scorecardrank in Los Angeles
Rating4.4 / 5
Review volume2,275 · 87th
Confidencehigh
Recency2 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown68% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The standout for Korean BBQ specifically, with meat quality reviewers say edges out other well-known LA Korean BBQ spots. Book ahead, since it fills up fast even on weeknights.

Website Book now+1213-380-1717 Directions

955 S Vermont Ave G, Los Angeles, CA 90006

Smokehouse on Main logo
#4🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Smokehouse on Main

4.41,068 Google reviews

Smokehouse on Main, in Santa Clarita, serves Southern-style slow-smoked barbecue with house spice rubs, classic sides with a gourmet twist, and 30 craft beers on tap, in a casual but upscale dining room that hosts live music some nights.

What people praise

  • Brisket melt and pulled chicken sandwich singled out by name as standouts
  • Named servers praised repeatedly for attentive, energetic service
  • Large portions, with reviewers noting food easily stretches across multiple meals
  • On-site parking lot addresses earlier complaints about street parking

Worth knowing

  • One reviewer found the smokey joe sandwich underwhelming compared to the barbecue itself
  • Runs pricier than expected for the format, per at least one reviewer
Reputation scorecardrank in Los Angeles
Rating4.4 / 5
Review volume1,068 · 82th
Confidencehigh
Recency3 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown72% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A strong Southern-style option north of the city, with live music adding to the draw. Stick to the core barbecue and classic sides based on what reviewers rate highest.

Website Book now+1661-888-4585 Directions

24255 Main St, Santa Clarita, CA 91321

Ray's Texas Bbq logo
#5🕑 Open 5 days/wk

Ray's Texas Bbq

4.5872 Google reviews

Ray's Texas BBQ, in Huntington Park, is a small, no-frills barbecue counter serving USDA Prime brisket, Memphis-style dry-rubbed ribs, and jalapeño cheddar sausage, smoked with a hickory and pecan wood blend. Seating is limited to a few tables, and many customers order to go.

What people praise

  • Highest rating on this page at 4.5
  • Brisket bark and smoke ring praised in detail by repeat customers
  • Jalapeño cheddar sausage called out repeatedly as a standout
  • Fast, friendly counter service even when running solo

Worth knowing

  • Very limited seating, with only a handful of tables
  • Shorter operating hours than the other names on this page, closed Sundays and Mondays
Reputation scorecardrank in Los Angeles
Rating4.5 / 5
Review volume872 · 76th
Confidencehigh
Recency3 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown76% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The highest-rated BBQ spot on this page, run out of a small strip-mall counter that punches well above its size. Order ahead or plan to take it to go.

Website Book now+1310-689-6353 Directions

6038 Santa Fe Ave, Huntington Park, CA 90255

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How we score

Every number on this page is computed from public Google data on the date shown, not from opinion or payment. Rating is each restaurant’s live Google star average. Review volume shows how many customers have rated them, measured against the other Los Angeles BBQ restaurants we looked at. Confidence weighs the rating by that volume, so a 4.4 from thousands of diners carries more weight than a 4.5 from a smaller base. Recency reflects how recently diners are still leaving reviews. No business can pay to change these numbers.

How much does BBQ cost in Los Angeles? (2026)

Price per person on this page ranges from a casual counter meal to a full Korean BBQ dinner, based on figures diners themselves reported in their reviews.

JobTypical price
Casual BBQ plate or sandwich (Ray’s, Smokehouse on Main)$10 - $30 per person
Sit-down BBQ dinner (Bludso’s, Smoke House)$20 - $50 per person
Korean BBQ dinner (Park’s BBQ)$30 - $100+ per person

Ranges compiled August 2026 from price-per-person figures diners reported in Google reviews on the restaurants listed on this page. Menu prices and specials change, so confirm current pricing with the restaurant.

BBQ across Los Angeles

The BBQ spots above cover Burbank, La Brea, Koreatown, Santa Clarita, and Huntington Park, spread widely across LA County. Searching for BBQ near me? Every listing below shows a live phone number and directions so you can find the closest option.

What to ask before you book a BBQ table

  • Is a reservation required, especially for dinner or weekends?
  • What is the average price per person?
  • Is seating limited, and should I plan for takeout instead?
  • Which cuts or dishes does the kitchen recommend for first-timers?
  • Is parking available on-site or nearby?

Frequently asked questions

How did you choose these BBQ restaurants?

We started from BBQ restaurants in Los Angeles with a public Google presence, then ranked by rating, review volume, consistency, and recency. See How we score above.

Are these rankings paid?

No. Rankings come from the public Google data in the scorecard. A business can pay to be a Featured Partner, which adds a badge and top placement, but that never changes another business’s score or position on the underlying data.

How often is this updated?

The data carries a verified date (August 2026 on this page). We refresh listings periodically so ratings and review counts stay current.

Which Los Angeles BBQ spot is the most affordable?

Ray’s Texas BBQ and Smokehouse on Main both run more affordable than the sit-down steakhouse and Korean BBQ options, with diners reporting price per person starting around $10-20.

Which restaurant is best for a special occasion?

Park’s BBQ and Smoke House Restaurant both suit a bigger night out, with Park’s built around tableside Korean BBQ and Smoke House offering a classic steakhouse dining room.

The bottom line

Smoke House Restaurant is the safe default given its massive review base and decades-long reputation, while Ray’s Texas BBQ is worth the trip for the highest-rated brisket on this page. Book ahead for Park’s BBQ regardless of the day.

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