I ordered the planks on a pillow today and it was probably one of the best things I've tried here so far on the menu. But with that being said there was still room for improvement. The buns would've probably been better toasted and the rib meat had some tough outer parts. I also didn't mind the cartilage pieces but some people might not like that. My friends have also said other food items were cold which is strange because they have a grill, so not sure what they are heating up. On a side note the fries were hot and fresh. The value is still decent since the sandwich was under $20 in west LA. read more

AC Barbeque - "Planks on a pillow", rib sandwich and fries - Barbeque Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Wow this was by far the best barbecue I've had in century city. Service was great. The fries incredible. We're going to be here a lot! read more

I most definitely wanted to love this place. Especially because I've been craving bbq. Walking in, the service was great. The gentleman who helped us was lovely! But the food was 1/10. Ribs were slimy, fat wasn't cut off. Chicken wings were disgusting, over cooked, terrible flavor. Coleslaw....? -10/10 The cornbread was good.... Save your money though. read more

My cousin and I have been planning to eat at this new bbq restaurant at the Westfield Century City Mall since it's opening. We were very disappointed with the food. We will not eat here again. I had the pulled pork sandwich, coleslaw, mac and cheese and sweet tea. Cousin had the brisket sandwich with sweet potatoes fries and lemonade. My sandwich was average tasting with no smoky flavor and the mac and cheese was straight out of a carton box. The coleslaw and sweet tea were good. My cousin's sandwich had a lot of fat in the brisket and the Hawaiian Bun was too thin to hold the meat. Sweet potatoes fries and lemonade was good. This food is meant for tourism. The service was friendly and fast. Simon was the manager today and I asked him if the meats are smoked. He responded yes, using an electric smoker. This explains the lack of flavor. My cousin wasn't satisfied with her meal and was still feeling hungry and purchases some food from Chik-Fi-La. read more

Ughhh, I really wanted to like this place but after coming back a second time it some how managed to be worse than the first time. They messed up my order and I had to go back TWICE to get it fixed. I ordered the brisket sandwhich, cornbread, and Mac and cheese. The brisket sandwich was salty and dry ( I had to drown it in bbq sauce) and the cornbread had obviously been sitting out and tasted like it was made the day before. (Cold and dry) This time was very disappointing, especially for the price, I expect better quality. I will not be back again. read more

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Great BBQ!! The ribs and pulled pork were tender and flavorful. Friendly staff and tasty sides. Highly recommend!! read more

Pretty meh. Had the brisket sandwich, the brisket was more pulled than chopped, making it really stringy and hard to chew and had almost no smoke flavor. Both the sandwich and the Mac n cheese were barely room temp when they came out. The banana pudding wasn't normal pudding texture, it was really thick like cheesecake and just kind of weird. I wouldn't spend $33 on lunch there again. read more

Man when I tell you this is some good BBQ I mean it, my 3 year old niece told me the Mac and Cheese was soo good. My niece had the A and C Platter she said it was soo good, My ribs were fall off the bone good, we also bought chicken wings they were good, had the Banana Pudding I wanted to slap my niece it was soo good, everything was good. My family is giving a 50 out of 10, Yes Lawd!!!! read more

Service was very good. Everyone smiles and is nice. The BBQ is meh. The chicken was pretty good. Not great. The ribs also. Decent not great. The brisket was bland. I like the bbq sauce it came with. Not sure which sauce. But had a good smokiness to it. read more

Mac & Please . . .You , oh yes pleased me. So different cheesy good. And the Dripp'n Chicken was so delicious and juice I want to write it a thank you note. Friendly service, and I will be back. read more

Hands down the best BBQ I've had in LA. The brisket was melt-in-your-mouth perfect, the ribs fell off the bone, and don't even get me started on the sides--those baked beans and mac & cheese are unreal. You can taste the love and craft in every bite. Super friendly staff, great vibe, and everything came out hot and fresh. If you're a BBQ fan (or just a fan of delicious food), AC BBQ is a must. Already planning my next visit! read more

Let's start with how good the food quality is!! Coming from Texas I have to say this is the one of the best West Coast BBQ spots I've had! Service was great as well! Definitely recommend it and will be back this week! read more

I really want this place to make it. It's such a good option in the food court. The prices are right for BBQ. This was my send time here. It's a new place, so the flow isn't quite worked out. Be prepared to wait...and be nice about it please. The first time, I got the AC platter, which I thought was really good. The brisket and pork were really great. They were out of cornbread but I was able to get some this second time. The beans are super good. I also tried the banana pudding tonight just to try. It didn't look all that great but it tasted amazing. I'll definitely get it again. Overall, I highly recommend AC. Just be patient to let them get the new restaurant kinks ironed out. read more

Ordered rack ribs 12 wings, bbq beans, slaw, cornbread, banana pudding Everything was mediocre. The wings were dry, the ribs were tough and fatty, the cornbread unleavened and tasteless. All I can say is you guys better hurry and some good chefs! Maybe from the TV shows on barbecue competitions and Soul food competitions because.....my first experience doesn't inspire a return. This is from a fan of you both! read more

Sometimes, the simplest plates pack the boldest punches--and this classic pairing of chicken wings and baked beans is no exception. The wings came out with a crispy, golden skin that hinted at a smoky, peppery dry rub. Juicy and tender on the inside, each bite balanced heat with flavor--ideal for wing purists who don't want their protein drowned in sauce. The baked beans were a perfect contrast: sweet, tangy, and rich. Slow-cooked with hints of brown sugar, molasses, and a touch of smoked brisket they provided a comforting, hearty balance to the bold wings. The texture was just right--not mushy, with the beans holding their shape and bite. Together, the meal delivered a satisfying harmony of spice, sweetness, and savory depth. It's a down-home classic that hits all the right notes, especially when served hot with a side of crispy fries. I would recommend and definitely would come again the next time I travel to LA. Good job Anthony and Cedric! read more

I went to AC Barbeque eon 5/9, two days after their opening. I went at 11am to order wings to take home. Wings are my thing, love them. I make them at home all the time, air fry them. I always buy the entire wing with the wing tip attached. The line at AC was not bad, they seemed a little disorganized but I knew they just opened. The staff Was friendly and helpfu. The so called six wings, were $13 and change. I believe all mains are a la carte. The problem for me it was overcooked and dry, hence the photo. I supposed it was cooked the night before. The flavor was pretty good. I thought the bbq sauce was no big deal. I didn't get any sides as I am a great cook and I can make something I have gotten at one of the many farmers markets I go to weekly. i've tried AC's, there is no need to go back. I wish them luck in their new endeavor. read more

AC Barbeque - They consider this as six wings. I consider THREE. - Barbeque Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Had a dental appointment nearby and had to pick up some coffee pods as well at Bloomingdales, so I thought it'd be a good idea to try this new BBQ place. Unfortunately, it's a miss for me. I ordered a Brisket sandwich and a side of Mac-n-cheese and a lemonade. Add in a 15% tip and that came to $29. The service was fine, no issue there. When my name was called, the order had been placed into a paper bag along with pre-wrapped plastic utensils, several extra BBQ sauces, and multiples of wet naps; I hadn't asked for these items, and in fact, had already picked some of them up - so there's a bit of wastage that needs to be addressed. Seems costly/wasteful to package all of those small items in such a large bag when eating in the dining area...? The sandwich bread was ice cold; not lukewarm actually cold. The brisket sandwich was stringy (not cut properly?) and lukewarm, towards the cold end of the spectrum. Smallish in stature - perhaps a couple of bites - maybe three would be pushing it. Certainly no height to it. Photos sent to some of my friends thought it was a Shake Shack smash burger. Some flavor but it came off mostly bland. Even more bland, was the Mac-n-cheese, up until I got to the middle to the end of the smallish cup of it; also, again, lukewarm. Flavors came out at the very end of the various cheese used. Lastly, the lemonade was obviously a pre-packaged pour, and for BBQ should be homemade for a more authentic taste. So no, for $29, not a great experience and will have to wait and see if things change before coming back. While I realize it's a new place with new staff and trying to work things out, seems to be some food quality and portions issues here. Also, many items weren't available at 3pm? I think some of the 'managers' sitting at a table nearby could've possibly walked up and asked how things were instead of gloomily looking at their laptops...pretty obvious as counter staff kept coming out and asking questions of them. So maybe this'll get their attention? read more

Unannounced to us that is not a restaurant it's in the food court went for Mother's Day planning to sit down and eat at a restaurant not inside the food court at the mall not knowing that Century City is Mall okay location. The service was good they accommodated with us but just was no burning we came in for the full menu and almost half of everything on the menu was not available. The meat Along by itself what season but not season good dry ribs was smoked you can taste it but that honey garlic whatever blend was is not for us. Did not get pulled pork got brisket it was okay macaroni and cheese was cheese whiz not good french fries were good you can never go wrong with french fries $5 for a cornbread was not worth it at all. The cornbread needs to be more than just a piece for $5 for $5 at least three people should be able to eat off of that cornbread. The roads were cold the bread was cold but due to the food court / restaurant cannot heat it up. Feels that being black on as you should be better I can't really describe how disappointed that I am in my mother was in we all were in but what can you do California. read more

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The brisket sandwich was great and the prices are reasonable. Definitely coming back.

I had high hopes, but unfortunately the brisket was a big letdown. It was very dry, over-seasoned with way too much black pepper, and completely lacking in juiciness. For the price, I expected something much better. Definitely not worth it--disappointing and overpriced. read more

It's okay. Not the place to go to for an actual barbecue feast. More like a brisket sandwich spot

I've been looking forward to AC Barbeque opening for what feels like forever, so I was really excited to finally check it out -- and it was 100% worth the wait. I got the brisket sandwich and the loaded fries, and both were seriously so good. The brisket was super tender and flavorful, and they definitely did not skimp out on the fries. The staff was really friendly, and the whole vibe of the place was top notch. Definitely planning to come back and try more soon. Big win for the Century City food court! read more

Fix the counter help with the I don't give a sh#t attitude and you might survive and even make some return customers. I LIKE THE FOOD. I HATE THE POOR CUSTOMER SERVICE. The seats are plenty as it is a food court in the Century city mall. I just can not get past the worst customer service. Never make this mistake again. Guaranteed! read more

I ordered BBQ chicken that was very dry. There was a super small side of BBQ sauce that was not enough to enjoy. I would definitely not recommend this place. The order took a long time which would have been bearable if the food had been decent. read more

This is my second time dining there and the food is great! Both times had the "Backyard Bang N Brisket" sandwich, Mac and cheese and backed beans. If you want some great BBQ and sides, this is the place to go! read more

WORST SERVICE and food was meh. Ordered pulled pork, corn bread and mac and cheese. We were the only customers. Waited 15 minutes so finally walked up to the counter and saw about 7 employees standing around - I think one was even the manager. He thought I wanted to place an order (so somewhat attentive) but cashier said I was waiting for my order, he went back to doing whatever it was he was doing. That didn't hit me right. Finally one of the 7 employees came around to the "pit" area and probably realized he should do something - like oh hey maybe help the one customer and the only order on the monitor screen. As he scooped the already-made mac and cheese as well as the already-made pulled pork into our takeout box. Another person opened the warmer and pulled out the already-made and already-in-a-box cornbread. WAIT what? My order was already made and ready to go but not one single person thought that maybe they should do their job and take care of the only reason they have a job. The customer. It took AC Barbeque 18 minutes to complete an order that was basically already made and just needed to be packed. I do wonder how much longer would I have had to wait if I didn't go up to the counter... So after all that - was it worth the wait. Not even! Pork was dry (but hide it by laying on the BBQ sauce) and mac and cheese had been sitting around so long that the pasta was dry and had darken in color and broken into pieces (which is what happens when its been sitting around for so long). Cornbread with honey butter was decent and that's about it. Such a HUGE DISAPPOINTMENT. Do better - hire staff that care or very least do their job. Customers beware. Don't waste your time... don't waste your money. read more

Unless you wanna overpay for a bunch of fat trimmings and the skimpiest amount of barbecue sauce for $20 on a sandwich.. this place is so unorganized and chaotic. The worst part is I came right away with completely unseasoned food. How is that even possible lol isn't the whole brand based on the seasoning?! The fries were completely raw and undercooked the first sandwich I was given was full of fat trimmings. I literally had to dig and find one small piece of meat. Then I finally had them remake it. Still was completely bland in flavor and I might just saying this to be rude it's disappointing to spend money on food that isn't good these days with the prices where they're at! Literally the worst option at the mall! I would've rather eaten crackers from vending machine read more

Its great to have some bbq in the mall. Had the pulled pork sandwich which was great.. will be back for other things, but was on my way to get my labubus and didnt have time. read more

Pretty good overall. Got the meat platter. Chicken was a tad dry, but it was Memorial Day weekend.. still ok.. Banana pudding was on point! Good service . read more

Chicken was extremely bland with no flavor. Beans were mushy and the Mac was just ok. Sweet tea was hot. Maybe they need more time to fix things but for no it's not it read more

Great food and great service. I ordered the brisket sandwich and baked beans. Baked beans are the best I ever had in my life.

Very excited to hear that a new bbq spot was opening up that was only a hop and skip away from the valley. Didn't mind the 405 drive nor the lack of branding outside the food court, but only to be told that they were out of chicken and ribs. We had the sampler but double the pulled pork in lieu of the chicken, so it was 10 oz of pork and 5 oz of brisket. We had all the sides available on the menu. Here's the rundown: fries were soggy, cornbread was cake-y, baked beans tasted like my husbands recipe (baked beans from the can, sugar, mustard, onion powder), cole slaw tasted like it was from Vons Deli, mac n cheese reminded me of how we used to make it as broke college students (shells with velveeta), they were stingy with the bbq sauce on the side but after tasting it we were thankful that we didn't have to take it home. The meat was tender and moist but the taste straddled on mediocre and less than middle of the road. The lemonade was tasty. Overall we were underwhelmed, disappointed, and dumbfounded- we spent $65 on what?!? read more

I read the previous reviews and took into consideration everyone's experience at ac barbeque. Since this was me and my friend's first time we were excited to try it! I ordered the A to the C platter as it had 3 different meats and sauces so we wanted to have a variety. We were perplexed that this platter didn't include any sides, but we ordered cole slaw and baked beans to go with it. Let me first say I am a grilled meat eater and I love a good smoked meat! The meat on this platter was moist and smoked to my liking. I was a little disappointed with the sauces in the containers as they were half full and there wasn't enough for me and my friend. The barbecue beans were fire and I enjoyed the brisket in the beans. They were nice and hot and flavorful. The cole slaw was good but the sweet tea wasn't sweet and it was warm. In fact I had to ask for some ice for it. The staff was great they were friendly, efficient and helpful. I was highly disappointed with the corrugated cardboard with foil on it that they put the food on. I have never seen this done. Where were the plates or containers to put the food in? They will give you a to go box for your leftovers, but the food that they serve to you is on a flimsy piece of cardboard. As this is not a sit down restaurant, it is in the food court, it is important to have a sturdy container or plate to enjoy your food on. I would come back to try something different next time, I just hope they can tweek some things a little bit. As a new business, I'm sure they will work out some of the kinks and bugs. Overall I enjoyed it! read more

The service was excellent. I had the brisket sandwich which was okay but the sweet tea was perfect. I'll come back and try some other items. read more

The A to the C platter is a must! We also shared the Riverfront Ribs. I recommend getting both so you can try everything... it's so good. Definitely try the banana pudding... such a great meal and overall experience! We'll be back to try to sandwiches next time since those looked really good. read more

Yes my best friend and I went to given to my cousin and family who lost her husband whom she was married to for over 60 years. For lunch my friend planned to visit AC BaRques. I must say we both were surprised and somewhat disappointed. We both said we would not be returned customers. But for myself I can say there is room for improvement. For myself I'm going to try an convince her to come back with me mainly because everyone deserves a second chance. 1st the meat was tender but no seasoning. The Mac pasta was not completely done. But hallelujah the sauce is to die for . read more

I watched Kings of BBQ and as a native Texan who knows BBQ, I had to try this place. I must say I was not disappointed with the items I ordered. In my opinion, the cost and portion size was reasonable. All that I ordered: sweet tea, lemonade, banana pudding, french fries, chopped brisket, macaroni and cheese, the 6 smoked wings, and cornbread....everything was hot and good. I will definitely visit this spot again! The young staff were amazing also! read more

Absolutely loved this place! The food was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. Service was friendly and quick, and the atmosphere was warm and inviting. Definitely coming back soon! read more

Over priced, grisly, dried out ribs, bland coleslaw, my 2nd time there and I won't be back. I will be surprised if they are open in 6 months when the novelty of a new restaurant wears off. read more

My wife and I visited AC BBQ in Century City on Saturday, June 6, 2025 for dinner and we were very disappointed. First of all, this is fast food served in a food court. We ordered the meat platter (pork, brisket and chicken). The meat selections are only served shredded which is misleading based on the video ad inside the eatery. The brisket is not sliced and the chicken is not a whole piece. Secondly, the brisket was full of fat and the chicken was too salty. Thirdly, the sides are ordered as separate items and are overly priced served in small containers that are not even filled to the top. And lastly, I'm surprised that Anthony and Cedric would operate a fast food establishment with such low standards. I truly expected excellence. We won't be going back. read more