Best location ever! Depends what day you come in you can even meet the owner and admin staff who makes sure this place runs smoothly and they are very sweet ladies. Customer service is always welcoming and great. The staff is always friendly and the food always comes out hot and ready back to back from soup or salad to main entree. I always order a rib eye MEDIUM RARE and it comes out perfectly pink every time! The fries with 1000 island dressing! Heaven! 10/10 read more

Quality service from Ruby! Always treats us like family. Service is perfect!! Thank you! read more

Came here to have dinner on a whim. Pleasantly surprised with their weekly special, which was spaghetti for $16. We decided on another special which included two baby back ribs, one spare and one beef rib for $16.95. The special also included baked potato, super salad and a piece of garlic bread all in which were very yummy. With the economy being what it is, we felt we got our moneys worth. Food was tasty very laid-back environment and most of all we get to watch the Dodger game. Our server Nathan was friendly and pleasant read more

Chris' & Pitt's - Salad with the best blue cheese ever. - Barbeque Near Me - Downey, California

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Dropped by for a late lunch and was seated right away. Wasn't too busy but quite loud with the table near us. The staff was somewhat friendly. I used to come here all the time when I was younger, but I hadn't been back in a few years. Unfortunately, the food has definitely changed. It doesn't taste the same, and the prices have gone up to the point where it no longer feels worth it. I ordered my usual: the Queen Size Prime Rib with beef barley soup and all fries. The prime rib was honestly terrible -- I'm not sure if it was the cut or the au jus, but something tasted off and seemed overcooked for medium rare. The beef barley soup was just okay, nowhere near as good as I remember. The garlic bread was still good, and the fries were just plain, nothing special. Overall, I left really disappointed. This place used to hold a lot of good memories from family dinners, but it just isn't the same anymore. read more

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I've been coming to this C&P's for 53 years. That's because my parents were coming here before I was born, and then I was here as a baby I've had meals that were great, and meals that were just Meh. The quality has been I consistent the last 10 years or so, but lately it's been really good. It got back to the quality I remember from 20 years ago. The only complaint I had this trip is that it seemed like the ranch dressing was not the same. I used to buy jars of it to take home, but not this time. It tasted processed and not homemade. Oh well. I had the beef ribs dinner, and they were delicious Perfectly smoked with sticky BBQ sauce permeating the meat. So good. The salad and fries were the standard good. I'll be back of course, and I hope they keep up the consistency read more

Chris' & Pitt's - Same comfy dining room for decades. - Barbeque Near Me - Downey, California

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Service was amazing. Food was great! Vibes were there!! Recommend!! The meat was great and sides just as good!!

Loved the service!!! Ruby was AMAZING!!! she took very good care of us, Would definitely go back cause of her

This place not even busy at Monday 2pm food coming out separated per plate steak a the potato comes out 20 mins later. Burger no fries come out 15 mins later. You would think this restaurant just opened an everyone is new here. Won't bring my family here anymore. Whittier Chris a pits hands down service always great all food served same time. read more

It has a great old restaurant feeling. They do have a take out counter. The booth we sat in was comfortable and roomie. I ordered the pull pork sandwich and it comes with fries and one side. I ordered the coleslaw. I did enjoy the slaw it was sweet. The pulled pork was delicious. The flavor, the BBQ sauce has a great flavor to it . The sandwich is served on a French roll. The restaurant and the restroom were clean. The waitress was friendly. read more

Chris' & Pitt's - The takeout counter - Barbeque Near Me - Downey, California

Chris & Pitt's in Downey is pure, unfiltered comfort--and walking through those doors instantly takes me back. It looks, smells, and tastes exactly the same as it did when I went growing up, and honestly, that's what makes it so special. There's something incredibly comforting about a place that doesn't try to reinvent itself every few years. The portions are still huge, the BBQ sauce still has that signature tangy-sweet magic, and the whole vibe is wonderfully no-frills. It's definitely not fancy, and that's part of the charm. The wood paneling, the old-school booths, the sizzling platters--it all feels like a snapshot from another time, in the best way. If you're looking for nostalgia, hearty portions, and food that hits the same every time, Chris & Pitt's delivers. It's not trying to impress--it's just consistently, reliably good, and that's exactly why I keep coming back. read more

Chris' & Pitt's - Barbeque Near Me - Downey, California

This place had always been the best restaurant with good food plus prices are always good

Still one of my favorite places to eat. I have been going to various Chris' & Pitt's restaurants for over thirty years. This time I ordered the large Brady cut Prime Rib. I figured I would splurge since I had a recent birthday. The salad that came with it was crispy and fresh. I have always enjoyed their homemade French dressing which is tangy and slightly sweet. The packet of saltines are Gamesa Saladitas which were very fresh. Lots of places serve stale cracker packets but not here. The prime rib was ordered medium rare but was closer to medium in temperature. It was still very good tasting. I ordered the spaghetti as a side instead of the barbecue beans and French fries. The spaghetti is still my favorite with its very meaty sauce and large singular meatball. It is a spaghetti that I measure all others with. Very delicious with a sprinkling of Parmesan cheese. The garlic toast came with a mushroom flavored au jus that was perfect for dipping. All in all, it was a pleasant lunch. I have previously enjoyed their "Dinner for Two" with beef ribs before. It is a good deal in itself if one has a dining companion. The service here was very polite and efficient. A separate entrance and waiting area just for take out orders is a nice convenience. Plenty of parking in their dedicated lot. This location is freeway close as well. I am looking forward to a return visit if in the area again. read more

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the wife and i had dinner at Chris & Pitts last night with the Downey Supper club. there were about 30 of us in the side room. the service was great and the food was supper yummy. the owner - Debbie and her daughter Nikki - were there and shared stories about their father who was Chris of Chris & Pitts. i had the rib combo for dinner and some of it was my lunch today. i will definitely go back for more, and so should you read more

Chris' & Pitt's - Barbeque Near Me - Downey, California

I have loved this bbq chain for over 20 years but today I drove all the way from Alhambra for take out and everything was bad, especially the service because whoever packed my order didn't include salad dressing. I thought it was dressing but it was the sour cream for the potato. Why should I have to double check when I asked for it before I left? Fries were burnt and hard and it just was not a good experience. Food was meh. waisted 50 bucks on two plates and could've just drove to moos bbq. Not worth it and it wont be a surprise if it eventually closes. People that work there are way to lazy to pack the meals correctly. read more

Placed an order at 5:49pm...three plates nothing outrageous and the time promised was 15-20 minutes. Order was ready at 6:59pm!!! No explanation, apology or comped item for the HORRIBLE wait time!!! Ridiculous..with so many better options right across the street do not go to Chris & Pitts!!! read more

Been a few since I've been here. The smell is still great and To Go is booming a lot of young ones working here very nice to see. Waiting a few for a table. Big change restrooms are more separate instead of going in one door they are separate. Still rustic feeling but very clean throughout the restaurant. Cristian is our wait staff and Mayra another wait staff helping out great to see team work in action. Cristian is very knowledgeable of the menu Very nice and friendly So my grandson we ordered ahead and came in good time and good portion Had to get the onion flower great size still and added a new sauce bbq with a kick as well as ranch We got soup, beef barley still a favorite and chicken soup as well. Seafood combo good spread my wife said flavorful and good portion. chicken fried steak my daughters go too for many years still the biggest you will find. My son in law so happy with ribs combo, juicy compared to others he had that were dry. D*ve & b**st*rs so to speak. I had prime rib it was great but had end cut which is a aquired taste because its well done. Stil I enjoyed it Still a great place for BBQ in its own way. Not many establishments left like this classic place atmosphere = 8 Customer service = 9 Wait staff = 8 Cleanliness = 8 Prices to product (per economy) = 8 Food = 8 I love this place been a Customer for many years. But my review is a honest one Thank you for great food read more

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The owner Debbie responded to my recent post in 5 minutes , and apologized for not responding to my private message. "I'm so sorry it was minimized and I couldn't see it and it just came back up. I'll mail it out today so sorry for the delay. " I did receive the promised gift certificates today. I wanted to acknowledge that she followed through publicly. Because of her response I adjusted my review to a "2" Thank you for following through. John read more

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Born and raised in Downey and this place holds a special place in my heart. When my family and I are in the area, our first stop is always Chris & Pitts. We love the blooming onion and love to enjoy a nice steak and glass of wine. Wish there was more Chris & Pitts around. We are sad they got rid of the one in Whittier but happy Downey is still up and running. read more

We had really good service, this place needs a facelift, however the food is still great. Prices are decent and atmosphere was good. We need to keep supporting our local gems. read more

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Went after my husband picked it for his birthday dinner. He wanted the steak and ribs .....and of course a Plate of Onion rings We all got something different and "No complaints" Downey Loc Service Excellent (young man) read more

The food is always perfect!!! We are coming up here to continue to support an establishment that we have loved for years. We usually go to the Bellflower location. Due to unforeseen issues that location has closed. Being a customer at the Bellflower location for so many years and observing how hard the girls and the cooks worked there really makes me wonder what is happening?? I met Debbie the owner while at the Downey location also met Ruby, the manager the same day. Debbie in my opinion is being completely fooled by her manager. This lady puts on a different attitude and persona when Debbie is around. Most people do that when the owner is around. I honestly think that because of the lack of management is why the Bellflower location was closed. We have never seen Ruby in that location. She caters to the Downey location and let the Bellflower location go. The owner can believe what she wants, but we have been patrons for 30+ years and we see it with our own eyes. The Downey location is suffering severely due to lack of servers and we have yet to see one of the servers from Bellflower be brought up to assist in the influx of customers going to Downey now that the Bellflower location is closed. You would think that you would talk to your employees as an owner and not just talk to your manager. Your employees are the reason your business succeeds. Because the owner and the "manager " are not doing the work they are. They are the ones the public sees and talks to. Cater to them not a manager that is sucking the life out of your business. read more

An all time favorite! Nothing has changed since I was born. We have been coming here for 50 years. Very clean bathrooms. Large portions. Excellent wait staff. Barbecue done low and slow!!! read more

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Preface- In recent days I've been learning of many Establishments in the East LA and San Gabriel areas; and my visit to Chris' & Pitt's was no different. Thank you to Vince V for selecting this place and to Niki S for the invite. Here is my story: I journey to the SoCal area and one of my visits was to Chris' & Pitt's. It was not too far out of my usual place to stay when visiting and it was a Sunday so driving over to Downey was a snap. I'm glad I made that journey because this place has got to be a "blast from the past" as the furniture and interior was that of an old iconic steak/rib house. I love it! (reminded me of the old Love's a couple other places in the South Bay area to be truthful) Our server was so very polite considering we asked him for this and that; and more this and that as he politely accommodated. The menu was a busy menu (and our server knew just how to navigate as he again politely walked us through the do's and the maybe's. Niki and I opted for the Broasted Chicken. (Haven't had broasted chicken in DECADES) I'm so glad I tried C& P's Broasted Chicken as moistness of the chicken has got to be one of the best ways to eat chicken. AND it's a good thing we shared because it was a huge amount of food. In addition to the chicken came sides.... YUMMY Thank you to my dining partners for inviting me and introducing me to this place. Would I journey back? YUP even if that is not the area I'm usually at, it's not too far of a drive so I will definitely head back there one day. Parking plentiful but it's at the corner of a busy intersection so know your way around or you may just have to circle the block. read more

This place is like an old-time diner. There's nothing fancy about the food, their salad is just lettuce straight out the bag , and the portions are huge--definitely big enough to share a plate. Our group has come here a couple of times, with our most recent visit being for Friendsgiving. We noticed the "broasted chicken" on the menu and decided to give it a try not knowing what's broasted chicken. It is actually fried chicken using the pressure cook, master, It takes 20 minutes to prepare, so you have to order a little ahead of time. When it arrived, I had a wing, and it was pretty good! It had the crispiness of fried chicken, but the meat was also fall-off-the-bone tender from being pressure-cooked. Plus, it wasn't too salty or greasy. Normally, I enjoy their prime rib, but I'm cutting back on beef, so I skipped it this time. Our waiter, Andrew, was probably the best employee I've seen for a long time . He knew the menu well and explained everything clearly. For example, regular menu and the daily special menu .With such a big menu, his guidance really helped! Overall, if you're looking for delicious, unpretentious food, this is the place to go. read more

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Ordered a beef ribs dinner with baked potato, salad, added a soup and onion blossom appetizer thru Grub Hub. What did arrive was cold - was missing the beef ribs and baked potato. I even tipped extra. read more

Chris' & Pitt's - Onion blossom, side of bbq, salad, beef barley soup - Barbeque Near Me - Downey, California

This is a restaurant that I will NEVER go to again. My friend wanted to go there for his birthday to get a steak. What? You can get a steak almost anywhere. His steak arrived and it was small. I asked the waiter if the chicken breast sandwich was bar-b-q and he told me I could have the sauce on the side. A good waiter would have described the sandwich (lettuce, tomato, onion ring, pickles and PROCESSED CHEESE) and I would have ordered something else. The baked potato was so small that it was literally 4 bites. We never saw the waiter again until he brought the check. I mentioned that we were celebrating my friends birthday and a scoop of ice cream arrived with a touch of chocolate sauce. In a tiny cup. Didn't even bring two spoons. The total bill was $47.00 and that was without wine! (For a couple bucks more we could have gone to the Dal Rae that serves a proper steak.) Terrible food, terrible waiter, over-priced! read more

Honestly the restaurant is pretty dated. The inside decor hasn't really changed much in the years i've been off and on coming here. The food quality has slowly decreased over the years as places try to keep a float. I mainly only come now a days when I have a craving for their onion flower. From there my main meal is often one of the sandwiches or one of their burgers. If I had a hankering for a steak i might as well go up the road to steak n stein. The place can be reasonably priced if you choose the correct items. Will I come back, sure most likely, but sadly not super regularly. The dining service is relatively fast and they come by often enough. read more

As usual Chris and Pitts will continue to deliver some of the best BBQ around. I highly recommend...everything! You can't go wrong here from the entrees to the sides everything is always on point. Make sure you ask for extra bbq sauce on the side. There used to be bottles on every table but now you gotta ask. Believe you me, you don't ever want to miss the opportunity to have some of this good ole BBQ! read more

Terrible service we didn't even get to eat there we left 15 minutes there was a lot of empty table I asked do you have to wait to be seated they said yes there was a big party yu before us but they could have sat two of us before that big party again very slow service we left after 15 minutes read more

Going in the place is cute, I didn't like the fact that a very dirty homeless man came in and walked around the entire place. Set stuff down on a table and no one said a darn thing. And the food was just mediocre. We definitely would not go back. Our waiter was lovely though and very nice. read more

We came to the Downey Chris & Pitt's on Thursday. We hadn't been in years and it was as if time stood still. It looked the same and was just as good as I remember. We hadn't lunch specials that were bbq chicken & ribs. Ordered a full order of the addicting onion rings! Omg they are a must ! We enjoyed those the most! Salads and that blue cheese dressing was just as I remembered. Our waitress was so helpful and recommended certain things. She was very pleasant. The restaurant was so clean and the restroom was sparkling clean too! I loved the big tables and comfortable leather chairs . So inviting & relaxing. Especially loved the country music that was playing. We will definitely return soon. read more

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This restaurant has been around for over 70 years. This location is very historical and has all the original inhabitants. I ordered the baby back ribs with beans and corn. It was flavorsome. You get a good amount of food for the price you pay. Our waitress, Arlene was outstanding. She was funny, personable, attentive, accommodating, and professional. The restaurant has and old school ambiance with a barn-style look. Note: They have lunch specials for great prices. Large menu with plenty of items to choose from.great for gathering with family, friends, or co-workers. read more

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I love that beef steak with mashed potatoes and gravy. It's so good with onions and cheese and mushrooms. It's very very very

First time coming with the family! Seriously, the experience was awesome! I want to give out a shout-out to Yari & José for the great service and awesome attitude. Where to start? Well, the food was really yummy! The portions, wow! Really big so be ready to eat. I have never seen so much food for a great price. The place looks great and very welcoming. Sure to visit soon! The kids loved it! read more

I've been eating at C&Ps since I was a child. Decided to stop in and check out their new "Weekly Specials" last night. Was seated quickly and the overall service was fine. The food on the other hand was terrible, specifically the Rib Combo. The beef rib was dry, overcooked, and loaded with burnt black bbq sauce, nothing edible. I assume the rib was from days ago and just reheated. The spare rib seemed to be fresh but mostly chewy fat and seemed undercooked, without the wood smoke flavor I remember from this place. I kind of suspect they serve the days old leftover ribs for their specials and the freshly cooked for the regular priced entrees. Whatever the case I will not be back anytime soon. Hopefully I will have better luck at the Bellflower location. read more

The food is classic Americana BBQ. I've been going to Chris N Pits since I was in a high chair and I'm 46 this year and have no plans of stopping soon. The blue cheese dressing is hands down the best in the west. We take trips from AZ to Downey or Whittier just to pick up the Blue Cheese dressing. It's no joke. If you haven't tried it, there's no time like today! Everything they put on the plate is delicious, even the fish sticks! read more

I've been coming to Chris & Pitts for years now, it never seems to disappoint. Even if I go to different locations, I know what I'm going to get, the delicious flavor is consistent. My go to is steak and shrimp, BBQ sandwich, ribs, chicken fried steak and many more. read more

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I usually go to the other location, but since it was closed - my friend and I came to this location. We walked in and... waited to be seated. There were no other people in front of us, but we waited. Several waitresses saw us, but didn't acknowledge us at all. About 10 minutes later, a big group came in and they finally came over to seat us. Service was quick - we sat down, ordered and food came out within a good amount of time. As always, the food was good. Unfortunately, our waitress pretty much left us alone for the rest of the meal. We couldn't get anything from her - refill on water, condiments, the bill, etc. In the end, after we were finished, we waited again for someone to get me a box and the check. If the restaurant was busy, I could understand the slower service. However, it was not packed and there were more workers than in previous visits. Overall, three stars for the consistent food. read more

Food seems microwaved, pubic hair in my silverware roll, waitress acted like finding that kinda hair is just another day read more

Chris' & Pitt's - Look closely and you'll see a pube in my silverware roll- I told the waitress about it . Shrugged it off like no big issue. - Barbeque Near Me - Downey, California

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I typically do not post reviews and it has been a while since I have visited Chris & Pitts, but I am glad to report it was a pleasant return. The environment is still how I remember it and the food is still solid if you're looking for a decent/affordable bite of BBQ. Although it started to get packed when I arrived, the staff was very attentive and my server, Nathan, was very kind enough to walk me through the menu. For it being years since I have been to this location, it was a good return, so thank you to the staff ,and to Nathan, for the hospitality. read more