If I could give them more stars, I would. I took a trip as of today, from Riverside/Long Beach to…read moreSanta Barbara. It's 4th of July weekend, so we hit intermittent traffic all the way up. We stopped at Camarillo Outlets to try and kill time since our Air B&B is not ready until late afternoon. I looked to see if there are any Filipino food spots in the area and I found Lola Betty's. We ordered the short rib plate and the Tasilog plate and lumpia Shanghai- washed it down with Calamansi juice. Everything was delicious, 10/10. The owner came out to check on us and she was so kind, hospitable and shared some history with us on how Lola Betty's came to be. From food truck to walk up, she said that some people really preferred or hoped for a sit down restaurant. I don't have a preference. I only love the soul and passion that is poured into one's food. Love, soul and passion can be found here. The owner says, "I just really wanted a place where you can really be attentive and really take the time to cook the food the way it should be made". I can tell that she loves what she does and she thanked us for trying their food. I wanted to thank HER for feeding us! If I forgot to thank her, here it is. This place is worth a stop if you're smart.

Very cute mom-and-pop shop and a hidden gem in Camarillo. I've driven by it many times and never…read morerealized it was there. The pricing is fair, portions are generous, and overall the food was good. As a fellow Filipino, I would love to see a little more variety on the menu since it currently focuses on the basics. From a business standpoint, especially considering the location and customer base, I understand keeping things simple. The only dish I wasn't a huge fan of was the Tapsilog, as the meat was a bit salty for my taste. The Longsilog was much better, and I loved that they included a small puto (rice cake) with the meal. Overall, a great experience and worth a visit.

@best_bbq Santa Paula- Tritip & Chicken Bowl with Veggies &…read moreRice $14.99 Mild sauce with Hot on side (habanero spicy!) This place is famous in Ventura County... I've asked countless people/chefs where their fav place to eat is and EVERYONE said its worth the drive to Santa Paula to eat here. Our family had our fav tritip sandwich spot locally back 25 years ago but they closed... but the legendary sauce of my childhood tastes so damn familiar to these guys!!! Bowl was filling... but the staff and the guy at the register were very happy at 11am on a Wednesday! Seriously the Reg guy joked back with us and helped make the ordering smooth.

I recently tried the tri-tip sandwich and pork ribs at Best BBQ in Santa Paula and was…read moredisappointed. The biggest issue was the tri-tip. The meat was sliced very inconsistently, with some pieces cut thick and others cut extremely thin. This made the sandwich difficult to eat and took away from the overall experience. The pork ribs were okay, but nothing memorable. The side dishes were also underwhelming--very small portions and average in flavor. For the price, I expected larger sides and better attention to detail with the meat preparation. The restaurant has potential, but consistency is important when serving BBQ. Unfortunately, the uneven tri-tip cuts and small side portions left me feeling unsatisfied. This review refers to Best Bar-BQ in Santa Paula, which is known for its tri-tip sandwiches and ribs. Good luck with parking. The most memorable part was the spicy bbq sauce.

If I had a tail I would have wagged it, a lot. Great food, service, and pricing…read more Food was up fast and potions generous.. Nice patio area. Not a thing to fault. Go

First time here, completely pleased with everything! So good, it appears the wait staff and…read morecashiers are all young people and they are the most polite and respectful! The food is fresh, and tasty, and the prices are very reasonable. I'm not a huge pizza fan but this BBQ Chicken pizza was delicious. Crust for me is always the deal breaker and this one was good. Not wanting to forget to Yelp-doing it while still here. Give them a try.

After lots of recommendations from friends, we finally visited this establishment. Without a DOUBT,…read morethis is now my husband and I's new favorite BBQ spot. The brisket melts in your mouth, the chicken is juicy, the bread is perfectly golden, and the coleslaw is just right. We were initially greeted by a friendly lady (unsure of their name), and she definitely was a great smile to walk in and see!! The environment was clean and had lots of funny small details that definitely impressed my husband and I. 5/5 stars - Will return

Overdue review. Came here a couple weeks ago for my husband's birthday and it's genuinely some of…read morethe best bbq I've had in a long time. Fun atmosphere. It's counter service, so keep that in mind, but it's very fast and everything we tried was great. The brisket was a standout but the tri-tip was also fantastic. Beans were excellent and I definitely recommend.

"It's in the Sauce" catering has now done three reunions for our veterans group, and Wayne and his…read morefamily continue to knock it out of the park every time. There are no fancy contracts, no drama, and no surprises--just a handshake, a date, and a headcount. I tell Wayne when we're eating and how many mouths we need to feed, and he shows up on time, fully prepared, and ready to deliver. That kind of reliability is rare, and it means everything when you're feeding a large group. The food is consistently excellent, the service is smooth, and the whole operation reflects pride, experience, and family values. You can tell this is a family-owned business that genuinely cares about doing things right. When you find people you can trust completely, you stick with them--and that's exactly why we'll continue to use It's in the Sauce for future reunions. Highly recommended without hesitation.

An amazing spot to grab some BBQ in Oxnard. This spot is unassuming and what appears to be in a…read morebusiness area of town away from foot traffic. We probably wouldn't have dropped by it if someone hadn't told us about it. The staff was kind, friendly, and gave suggestions when we asked questions about the various meat options. The cash register is right straight in as you walk in. There are communal benches outside and a few high top tables inside, but the restaurant seemed to get a lot of pick up orders. Food came out within 5 minutes on a Saturday at lunch, which I was weary about since it's BBQ - but everything ended up still being hot and juicy. We ended up going with the 3-meat plate for about $30 total. It was enough for 2 people (or 1 really hungry person!). We ordered the brisket, burnt ends, and hot links which came with garlic bread and two sides of our choice - the star of the show was for sure the burnt ends, which were juicy and deeply flavorful. The brisket was moist, which I feel like is hard to find, but I do wish it had more flavor. The hot links were also good but didn't have much nuance either. Next time, we'll definitely save room to try some dessert, which was only $5! If you're in the area, definitely check this place out!

Well, passing through town again staying for a few days to visit friends and family from my old…read morestomping ground here in Ventura, California. I crave some barbecue tri-tip.. I read somewhere across the street where this Location used to be in that food court is another barbecue place that I didn't get to try unfortunately because I'm pretty loyal to Buster's . it was about 730 on a Monday night and they close at eight so I figured you know what I'll give them a shot. Upon entering the business I could smell some of the meats we're still cooking on the grill so that's a good sign. I need a quick take on the pricing and wow unbelievable that this place at one time sold a tri-tip sandwich for 7.99 and a tri-tip dinner for about 13.99. now the sandwich is 14.99 and the dinner is 19.99.. there's a picture included. You can zoom in and see the prices for yourself but not sure how much I would get. I was starving. I got the dinner and I also got the sandwich. I can also eat the next day or simple some of my was not full. I opted for the potato salad, the coleslaw and the beans on the dinner and the sandwich just comes with tri-tip French bread and a barbecue sauce of your choice or you can get hot version which I avoid. So about 35.00 and I'm headed back to my hotel. I dug into the dinner first and yes, the tri-tip was kind of dry, but would you dip it into the barbecue sauce? It was OK. The beans were OK. I needed some seasoning potato salad. It was great and the coleslaw was just average coleslaw. nothing to write home about the butter. Bread was pretty good portions was it fresh it was warm. Could've been better.. I was given about 4 to 5 slices of tri-tip, which isn't really a lot so I attacked the language and took a few slices off of there and then put the rest away for tomorrow. Overall, it's decent maybe I should've went when it was fresher in the afternoon, but I probably wouldn't recommend going late in the evening as things are being put away and food tends to sit around for a while. can't really blame the price too much because we all know. Beef prices are insane these days but I think you should at least get more portions for the $$$$ you're paying for. on my next visit I head across the street and try the new place if it's still an existence cause we know that food court turns new places over left and right and it could be vacated on my next return..

Buster's BBQ is hidden away but definitely worth finding. We ordered the Tri Tip meal and Sandwich…read moreand both had a generous portion of sliced tender meat with a lovely smoke ring. The house-made chili beans were also flavorful and perfectly seasoned. The potato salad was solid and the coleslaw was delicious if you grew up enjoying KFC coleslaw. The meats live up to the high expectations we have for BBQ and it draws large crowds at lunchtime. The cashier at the counter was very friendly and helpful and the meal was brought to the table fairly quickly. The interior 2 dining rooms are spacious and the standout decor is comprised of large TV screens playing an eclectic selection of cartoons, sports and home improvement shows. The focus here is definitely serving up the best BBQ and fixings. We'll absolutely be back to try the ribs, and chicken.

Located Inside Hidden Cafe, is a hidden gem! I wasn't sure what to eat tonight and i've seen J&J…read moreIsland BBQ on Yelp and finally gave it a go. I was a little hesitant to order here at first to be honest. There were no pictures or reviews and the website seemed limited to a few menu items, but honestly if you never try anything new how will you ever know if you'd like it or not. I ordered the Marinated Chicken Plate with a side of rice and mac salad. The chicken was marinated nicely and it was not dry at all. They gave me a side of something unknown. It looked like pita bread at first glance, I ripped a lil piece off and ate it with my chicken and realized it was not pita bread lol. Whatever it was, it was yummy. It tasted like a flatbread pancake, that looks like pita bread, I don't know how to describe it. All I know is it was a yummy sweet treat after my meal! I enjoyed trying something new today and I will definitely be back!!

The food is amazing! The Spam fries are so good! Will be ordering many times in the future!…read more WELL DONE!

I go here at least twice a month. The food is great and always fresh! The Service is always…read morefriendly and attentive. I recommend this place to my friends all the time

While price point is low, the additional $3.95 for a drink was a surprise. Also, one bowl one time…read morefor à la cart and if you want all you can eat it's additional $5. The selections were limited. Literally one bar of all things including sauces. Place was smoky too and dingy. The meats were tough, the egg drop soup was salty and worst of all, the cooking table top was dirty. You can see burnt flakes on my plate from previous items. Needless to say, the server was good and friendly.