Food was great and service was great. Will definitely be back with the family. Thanks for birthday brownie for my son. He enjoyed coming here. read more

First time here came with my family service was great and the food was delicious employees were attentive and helpful when making our order and overall would come again! read more

I ordered a brisket Sandwich with bbq beans. Excellent flavor very friendly staff. I will be visiting again. 10/10 read more

Stopped in with the kids and filled up on some good bbq. Loved the inviting ambiance...felt like I went to a family bbq. Staff was great.

We've been here quite a few times and we love their barbecue! The coleslaw is pretty good too and the potato salad is OK. But the barbecue is delicious! For my birthday, we ordered barbecue beef, brisket, pulled pork and baby back ribs and chicken. It was all delicious! We also love their barbecue sauce. Great service! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Clean restaurant.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's small inside so you may not be able to get a seat but it's OK.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] You can take it to go and it's just as delicious. read more

Calhoun Family Texas Barbeque - Beef brisket, Cole slaw and potato salad. - Barbeque Near Me - Murrieta, California

Everything I ordered from the brisket to the ribs to the pulled pork to the chicken covered in their barbecue sauce was delicious! AND the yummy brownies for dessert! Great food, great service! My quests wanted to know where I got it because it was so tasty! Definitely recommend Calhoun's Texas Barbecue read more

Tried the Sampler Platter that comes with ribs, brisket, pulled pork, chicken, and 2 sides. The brisket was smoked well and tender. The chicken had a lovely charred flavor. The rub on the ribs wasn't my favorite and the meat was a bit tough. The potato salad was delicious and the BBQ baked beans were a bit sweet for my taste. Overall the meat was smoked well and the price was very reasonable for this amount of food. The owner is friendly and I love supporting family owned businesses. read more

Calhoun Family Texas Barbeque - Bbq Sampler Plate - Barbeque Near Me - Murrieta, California

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Small place, it does get packed easily. There's a few tables inside.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I got their Family meal deal ($70) to-go, 1/2 bbq chicken, half slab rack of ribs, 1 lb of shredded brisket, 1 lb of pulled pork with medium sides of coleslaw, potato salad, dinner rolls, and bbq sauce to share with my family. The meat was tender and they were smoked well. Sides were good too. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The staff is nice and the place is clean.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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Just got back from having lunch at Calhoun's in Murietta. OMG, killa BBQ!!! Service was excellent and the food was delicious. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Small place, but most people do takeout so tables are usually available.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Family owned, this is a must visit for real Texas Que! We got the sampler Plate which consisted of baby back ribs, chopped pork butt, chopped brisket and half chicken. Included were two sides, but we got all three...baked beans, cold slaw and potato salad. Buns also came with the meal. It was enough to feed three adults and still had enough to have dinner that night at home! Talk to Lonnie Calhoun (owner) and set up a catered event for 70 people in two weeks. The price was right and we will pick it up ourselves. We are just ordering brisket and chicken breasts as we will make our own sides for our party. Do not miss this great establishment! read more

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Always the best food! You cannot beat the Que here! Everyone knows it!! Best food, best service and best little BBQ joint! Always look forward to eating here! read more

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Calhoun's is probably the best barbecue I have had here in the IE. so flavorful and juicy! Im so glad we don't live very far from them! They are always friendly and the food is fabulous! Don't forget to try the brisket and the sweet potato pie! read more

Best barbecue in all of California and Texas, I'm not kidding! Plus the family are just the sweetest ever! I usually get the brisket sandwich for me is two meals because they pile it up with brisket in a subway sandwich kind of bun yummy. read more

I'm from San Diego and this beats any BBQ place I've been here and rivals those in the Southern United States. Sooo good. My son was in Temecula for a baseball tournament and I saw this place on yelp. I ordered the boneless chicken. That combined with the bbq sauce was soooo good. The baked beans were some of the best I've ever had. My son enjoyed his bbq ribs. My only disappointment is they were out of their sweet potato pie. :-) I'll definitely be back the next time I'm in the Murrieta / Temecula area. read more

A fantastic family owned bbq place. It's small so we order for pickup but it's the best around. They have always been friendly and I would definitely recommend. read more

We got here as soon as the place opened and by the time we ordered there was a line out the door! Our food came out and let me tell you! I was impressed! Everything was tender! Juicy! And DELICIOUS!!!! We tried the baby back ribs, pulled pork and brisket! Let me tell you about the sides! We tried brisket baked beans, mac and cheese, and potato salad! I was impressed with all 3! The potato salad is on the sweeter salad but I loved it! Their homemade bbq sauce is also a show stopped! So much flavor! We will definitely be back!!!!! Service was friendly! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Small inside but seats available, busy with to go orders!!!![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Calhoun Family Texas Barbeque - Half rack baby back ribs, pulled pork slider, brisket slider, beans, mac and potato salad! - Barbeque Near Me - Murrieta, California

This is a pretty small place, not much seating, but the food is amazing. Ribs were smoked well, a little flame to them, great pulled pork, tender smoky Chicken and did I mention the Mac and cheese? Awesome. Hot links was a choice I wouldn't have thought of but worth coming here just for them. Wait!! Get the brownie too. I must have said, "wow" 10 times while eating. read more

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Everything about this place was amazing the authentic recipes the service the food is the best HIGHLY recommend if you're looking for REAL BBQ read more

This was worth the drive! I heard the business may be for sale. If they do sell, hope the new owners don't make any changes! Delicious BBQ smoked to perfection! The sides were very good and the hot link! I will forever be in love with this sweet potato pie. Don't look at the price, just treat yourself & buy it! You won't regret it! I make sweet potato pie myself and it's damn good SO IT IS A RARE OCCASION that I come across one that is better than my mamas recipe! Thank you Calhoun Family for a wonderful dinner & dessert! Oh and don't forget the strawberry lemonade! It was also perfect! read more

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We went to Calhoun's Texas barbecue in Murrieta. We ordered a slab of spareribs, a pound of beef brisket, a side of coleslaw, and a side of beans. Both the beans and coleslaw were delicious. A definite 10/10. Their barbecue sauce was also a 10 out of 10. The brisket was served chopped up and didn't have enough fat in it, so it was a little dry and a little bland, but it was still very tender and good. We give it a 7.5/10. Now lets talk about the spareribs. When you order a slab of ribs, they give you a "full" slab of ribs, the container was filled to the brim. The ribs were so tender, juicy, and fall off the bone. They just didn't have any seasoning. We give them a 8.5/10. We give Calhoun's an overall score of an 8 out of 10, and would definitely go back again. read more

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Incredible food and even better service. The brisket is amazing and the family 6 deal is amazing value. Highly recommend

Most tender brisket sandwich I've ever had. Really great flavor and the bbq sauce was delicious. Friendly staff and quick service. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Looks can be deceiving. Really small mom and pop shop.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Tons of to go orders from regulars. Ten out of ten recommended read more

The food was great! Our group had a sampler and a variety so we tried most of it! The staff was friendly and helpful! [[HIGHLIGHT]]I would say it's better for take out since it gets crowded and there isn't much seating.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Super friendly staff and the food was even better! My parents are not big fans of beef ribs but this time around they loved it! Only regret is I wish I ordered a bigger mac n cheese. Next time. And next time I'm getting the sweet potato pie haha. Trying to convince my sister to get them to cater her rehearsal dinner. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The place is a bit small so I felt a little bad taking up 2 tables for our party of 6.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]They do have outdoor seating!![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

My husband and I have had Calhoun's on our bookmarked list for a few years now and just never made it in. Well, we finally went yesterday and it definitely did not disappoint! The portions were huge and everything was delicious. We were both saying how disappointed we were that we waited this long to try it because it's officially one of our go-to spots when we're craving barbecue. read more

The baby back ribs and Cole slaw were beyond amazing! Service very nice! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Being dark outside and their windows tented, it was difficult to see if they were open until you get very close.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Calhoun Family Texas Barbeque - Baby back ribs, and coleslaw - Barbeque Near Me - Murrieta, California

Been wanting to try Calhoun's for a while now and finally got to try it out today. This location is in Old Town Murrieta. The place itself is a bit small inside. There were only 3 tables inside. Staff is very friendly. I got the ala carte 1-lb brisket and small mac n cheese and potato salad, side of pickles. First of all, their BBQ sauce is fire!! It immediately hits with sweet & savory whilst tasting a bit of heat with a zesty aftertaste. I like to dip the brisket in the BBQ sauce and top it with a piece of pickle to achieve the umami goodness that good BBQ is supposed to have. The brisket was very tender and juicy, but may have lacked the smokey flavor I was anticipating. It also could have had wee bit more salt. I still liked it though. The 1-lb brisket was actually too much for 1 person, I could not finish it and had to take the rest to-go. Mac n cheese was definitely made from scratch!! The cheese was very creamy and rich. The potato salad was also very good. It had the right amount of pepper and tang, which made it enjoyable. Overall, I really enjoyed my meal. It was a lot of food. I also liked that it was a lot more affordable compared to other BBQ joints. Definitely coming back fo sho!!! read more

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This was some of the best barbecue I've ever had! I was so bummed they were out of the Mac n cheese, but their serving size portion was perfect, and the pulled pork was GOOOOD. I'm not a fan of brisket, my fiancé got it, but damn it literally melted in my mouth! I never order brisket because it's always so chewy, this was not that. The sauce was also SO good. My fiance and I kept saying "tendernism", like from that meme. We will most certainly be back the next time we're driving through!! read more

My hubby and I randomly stopped by Calhoun's because we got a craving for BBQ. And WOW. Brisket and pulled pork was SO tender. The sauce was perfect. My husband is so picky about Mac n cheese and this blew him away. Potato salad was delicious and reminded me of my mom's. The ladies working were helpful and happy! [[HIGHLIGHT]]The restaurant feels like home. Cozy and comforting.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We took our food to go but we can't wait to come back and eat here again! read more

Calhoun Family Texas Barbeque - Bbq Beef Brisket, Pulled Pork, Potato Salad, Mac n Cheese, Dinner Rolls! - Barbeque Near Me - Murrieta, California

It's about time I paid Calhoun Family Texas Barbecue a visit! I have heard so many wonderful things about this family owned restaurant, but only now went in to give it a shot. I was craving brisket, and I took this opportunity to do what I do best: support a local small business and enJOY my food!! Let me tell you, I was NOT disappointed at all. I got a Brisket Slider with a side of Mac n Cheese (only available on Fridays & Saturdays; the mac, not the slider), a small order of Potato Salad, a half lb. of the Brisket a la carte and a Sweet Potato Pie! I wanted to dig in as soon as I got in my car, but I took it home so I could get the full experience without making a mess. The barbecue sauce is so damn good, I love that it's not spicy. It's just good ole barbecue sauce as we know it! The slider looked small at first, but hey, it's a slider, and they're meant to be small. I slathered some sauce on top before picking it up to take that first bite, and omg, my mouth was already watering because some chunks of brisket fell out. It was heavenly to say the least. Next up was the brisket a la carte. I put some sauce on that, too, and wow!! This is a gold mine for brisket done right! The potato salad and mac n cheese went so well with the meat. That mac is pure FIRE! I didn't eat all of the sweet potato pie, but I took a few bites of it, so I can have some for later. YUMMMM!! You can taste the love that's baked right into it. I normally don't like crust on a pie because they're always so thick. This one is perfect. It's flakey, soft and oh-so-good!! They also pack a pickle spear to go with your meal. I love me some pickles with barbecue! I will have to come back to try the other items on their menu. The prices are reasonable, and they do have parking right outside, although it can get pretty packed during the lunch rush. Get your craving satisfied here at Calhoun Family Texas Barbecue! #SupportLocal #SupportSmallBusiness read more

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The baby back ribs and spare ribs were tender and smoky. The barbecue sauce was a good combination of not too sweet, smokey and with a kick. The sweet potato pie was delicious. The beans and potato salad were also very tasty. The service was good and friendly, especially Renee, who was kind, thoughtful and efficient. I will definitely be back for more. read more

Food was hella delish! REASONABLY priced! This family joint pays homage to a fallen CA sheriff, Ofc. Calhoun. It is small, and when I say small, I mean read it TINY! With seating for like 10-12 inside, this is more of a pick up and take out scene. Staff are way cool, and bring lunch to your table with the warm BBQ sauce served on the side. It was nice to pour it myself so I got it just right. Meat was flavorful and juicy! Not like how sandwiches come usually, all dry and hard. The brisket was soft and mouth wateringly good! Potato salad and bbq baked beans were on point! We had to use the restroom around the back entrance near the kitchen and it made us hope they scale up with more room. Maybe their strategy is to stay small. Either way, I wish them well. We'll be back. read more

Calhoun Family Texas Barbeque - Smoker outside smelling great - Barbeque Near Me - Murrieta, California

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We ordered the Combo Sampler Plate with mac & cheese and potato salad, and it hit the spot. It comes with two rolls and is just right for two people as long as you're not absolutely starving. If you show up hungry-hungry, do yourself a favor and get your own Combo. The meats are well done -- not overly smoked, which lets the flavor come through without overwhelming everything else. The sauce is exactly where it should be: not too sweet, not too thick, and a perfect complement to the plate. Overall, a solid, satisfying meal that feels thoughtfully prepared. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The setting is calm inside, not smokey.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]There is outdoor seating as well.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

This is my second time coming to this restaurant and each time it remains a 5/5. I got the hot link sandwich and the brisket sandwich. Very juicy and tender. The Mac and cheese tasted like Thanksgiving dinner in the South. The baked beans tasted like I rose again from the dead. Combined together and you get a combo that will have driving three hours from your hometown to here. Literally drove three hours just to get a meal here. Overall, a great place to eat great food and will be coming back again. read more

My family and I always come here to Calhoun's family barbecue and it's always so good!! We order the sampler platter with brisket, Pulled pork, baby back ribs, or spare ribs and chicken. The service is great too! The only thing is, is that the restaurant is small inside so get there early if you want a table. It's definitely worth it! read more

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Our order was ready when it was time for us to pick up. The food was still very warm to immediately serve guests. The flavor of this barbecue is exceptional and the sauce so so good. I ordered two of the large family meals, thinking I wanted enough for the guest. We had more than enough and one probably would've done it, but my husband was thankful we had leftovers and we enjoyed every last bit of it in the week following. read more

Best Barbecue in the Temecula/Murrieta area! Located in downtown Murrieta, you will not be disappointed, sauce is so good, meat falling off the bone! Baked beans seasoned and cooked well, cole slaw is great! Service is always good whenever we visit, very welcoming and respectful. Trust me Calhoun has the best barbecue! read more

Everything was delicious and service was amazing! Brisket and chicken were seasoned well. Highly recommend! read more

Calhoun Family Texas Barbeque - Barbeque Near Me - Murrieta, California

Great bbq! But it's such a tiny place, and obviously quite popular, so you can consider yourself lucky if you get a table. Extremely limited seating, you might want to consider eating your food elsewhere. The pork spareribs are beautifully smoked and deliciously seasoned, very meaty, and best of all, unbelievably juicy. The bbq sauce is sweet and put in a cup not on the meat. We ordered a half rack and ended up with 5 big ribs plus the end slab that I personally find too tough and dry. But I forgive them, as the remainder were perfection. Mr B chose two small sides: potato salad (decent) and beans (for which he was unimpressed; it tasted canned, but had chunks of brisket added). But overall, this was fine bbq! Calhoun's could become a habit for us. read more

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This food was superior and wait time was short. Staff was uber friendly. I would have to say I have not had barbecue like this in California before. Please check it out read more

I pre-ordered 6 lbs. of brisket for a Christmas family dinner celebration. Everyone tried it and loved the taste. The entire 6 lbs. of brisket was gone by the end of dinner. At pickup, the service and time it took to bring out my order were great! I'm very glad that Calhoun's is part of our community! read more