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    Encultura

    3.9 (193 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Laurel T.

    I decided to walk around the Anaheim packing district before my reservation at, En Familia. And then I ended up canceling and trying a little bit of everything from all the places in here. And thats how I ran into, Encultura. Without knowing that it is the sister restaurant of, En familia. Where do I start? First off, the place smells amazing. You can smell it all the way down the hall. The service that Sergio and Ricky provided was a solid 10/10 The place is Halal certified And it is the perfect fusion of Mexican-inspired barbecue. (The BBQ is Texas style) They have a few tables inside and outdoor seating. It's located all the way at the end of Anaheim packing district. They also have a bar outside. If you can't find it, just come inside and ask them for Directions to it. (They have a sign inside pointing to where it's located) They have a really big variety, and it's so hard to pick what to eat here. After help from the lovely staff, Sergio and Ricky gave some recommendations. (I can't stress how nice and helpful they are) -The bbq empanadas were definitely coming home with me. I ended up getting them to Go. And then to dine in -the California brisket burrito (huge portion) The food was absolutely amazing. I wish I would of tried more of their regular BBQ dishes and I'd love to come back for their burger They have a section on their menu of - bowls Tacos Burritos Bbq Bbq platters A variety of sides Mocktails Cocktails (their bar is located outside) Burgers sandwiches Appetizers A create your own area of the menu And seafood options They have all their BBQ cooking in house Their sauces are all made fresh I ended up getting ice cream from a vendor across from this restaurant. I asked them if it was ok that I sat there and ate it since I wasn't feeling that well (I came here not too long after a procedure) and the staff was extremely kind about it and allowed me to sit there and finish my ice cream. They even checked on me a couple times asking if I was ok Parking is easy Staff is friendly (Sergio and Ricky) Portions are large Halal Everything tastes extremely fresh The sauces were amazing If you love BBQ, Mexican food or you're a fan of fusion, you'll absolutely love this place and you need to add it to your list ASAP

    Burnt end and brisket taco
    Brittney G.

    You should definitely come and try the Burnt end tacos. So freaking good and worth the $9 price tag. I would add some guacamole for them to be perfect. This place itself is a little hard to find on the side of the packing house but gives it more of a locals only vibe. Will definitely be back as they were advertising taco Tuesday specials and the bbq platters sound amazing

    $5 Tuesday margaritas
    Hai D.

    Nice to have this outside of Packing District. Music was very loud, Lakers and Dodgers game was on during happy hour. We order 1/2 off tacos range from $6-10 a taco which was very pricey for what you received. Ordered Prime brisket tacos -tender Smoked chicken -overcooked lack of seasoning Burnt ends -tasted a few days old and very dry Wagyu Loaded nachos -basic nothing pleasing Smoked chicken quesadilla -same chicken as the tacos , very dry and flavor lacking Drinks We had our first round of Margs and beer come out within minutes, then the bar got busy with just one bartender , she admitted she forgot to submit our order after 15-20mins. It was about a 1/2 hour wait in between. Hopefully she gets more help in the future. We asked for tripas tacos but they were sold out at 5pm shocking... the owners were sitting across the bar, noticed that one of them went straight to the grill grabbed some meat and eat it as we were waiting for our food and drinks to come.. shocking that they would display that. Prob the biggest let down for a cinco de mayo celebration in a while

    Brisket fries
    Lola P.

    I recently tried En Cultura BBQ at the Anaheim Packing District and I'm still dreaming about the food. The seating inside the restaurant is limited but there is plenty of seating inside the building. The service was quick, the staff is super knowledgeable. I ordered the elote riblets and the smoked Wagyu birria burger, and wow.... the burger was fire. The brisket was incredibly tender and packed with flavor, topped with Oaxaca cheese, onions, and cilantro on a soft brioche bun. It also came with curly fries that were cooked perfectly, crispy on the outside, soft on the inside. The elote riblets were just as impressive. They were seasoned with crema de coco, tamari, lime, and a mild chile that added great flavor without any real heat. Super tasty and something different from your typical BBQ. My sister ordered the brisket fries, and those definitely didn't disappoint either, they were loaded with brisket, beans, and chipotle crema. Every bite was rich and satisfying. If you're at the Packing District, this spot is a must-try. Everything we had was packed with flavor and cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be back!

    Burnt Ends
    Kristie G.

    Absolutely yummy food (sorry forgot to take pictures of Elote Riblets but they were amazing) burnt ends were scrumptious. Can't forget to mention Chris! He was an amazing bartender and mixologist. The covered patio bar is definitely the way to go.

    *Prime Brisket Bowl
    Marisa Q.

    Encultura *April 10th, 2026 *6pm- Friday *2 Stars Environment: *Inside Anaheim Packing District *Moderate Service *Moderate Parking Lot Food/Drink: *Smoked Wagyu Birria Bowl *Prime Brisket Bowl My sister and I decided to stop by Encultura while walking through the Anaheim Packing District because the smell and pictures of the food looked really good, which made us excited to try it. Unfortunately, the food ended up being a bit disappointing overall. We ordered two medium bowls, which came to be a little over $40, and for the portion size, it felt a bit overpriced. The smoked wagyu was tender and had good flavor, but the rice was very dry, with some parts even seeming undercooked, which really affected the dish. The prime brisket bowl was even heavier than expected, with noticeable puddles of oil sitting in the bowl. It made the meal feel overly greasy and hard to finish. That said, the staff was very nice and accommodating, especially when we asked to have certain toppings placed on the side, which we appreciated. Overall, while the service was positive, the food didn't quite meet expectations.

    Brisket, chicken, wagyu birria, corn esquite, burnt ends, rice
    Erin K.

    A Mexican/BBQ fusion counter service restaurant in the Anaheim Packing House. Visited on a Thursday evening, and the line wasn't long, but tons of orders were being made, so they might have a online take-out system available. Like a classic BBQ restaurant, you were able to create your own plate by ordering meats by the 1/4 pound. I typically don't got for chicken at BBQ spots, preferring the smoked red meats, but the chicken on this menu was listed as "brushed with mole; service with more for dipping," and I am a huge fan of mole! I ordered the chicken breast, brisket, and side of corn equite. As I mentioned, tons of orders were being picked up, so it did a significant amount of time for our food to be ready. My food came out 10+ minutes after my friend's who ordered more and directly before me. When looking my order, I noticed instead of a chicken breast, I got a cup of chopped chicken with no mole. I brought it back to the counter asking for additional mole for dipping (like stated on the menu), and was told they were out of mole for the day. Such a bummer because I would've chosen another meat option if I had known this would be the case! The brisket and corn were good, overall my favorite meat was the wagyu birria.

    Brisket Tacoooos
    Zahraa F.

    Wowww!! What a great place! Our mommy group decided to try out this little place in anaheim packing district before we pick up the kids from school...and what a pleasant place. We sat outdoors, got a friendly waitress helping us out and answering all our questions. We happened to be there on their first world cup watch party event ! It was a hot day, but they were ready with fans blowing air throughout the place in a gentle natural way. YES! All the meat/chicken they carry is HALAL. I think we tried and shared all the dishes they had for their game day food special lol and they were all great. I think my favorite was the brisket plate...yum that mac and cheese...mmm. My mocktail of choice was the blackberry mule which the barista recommended and I enjoyed. The chef stopped by and shared more helpful info about his food and his other Halal businesses- for sure coming for another visit, bringing in the family next time!

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    Bonnie L.

    Walk up to the counter and order. Nachos. 9/10. Chips were fresh and it was fully loaded. They did not skimp on the toppings. Very tasty. Plenty of cheese and guacamole. Prime brisket taco. 9/10. Lots of flavor. Tons of meat. Birria taco. 7/10. A bit dry. Especially when compared to the brisket. Great option for dinner.

    Victar L.

    Chris is awesome he made me a special drink that was delicious #labansat it was so good

    Elote Riblets
    Emilia O.

    This place is located in the Anaheim Packing District. Parking is definitely a challenge but they do offer valet parking thus eliminating the parking challenges. The Anaheim Packing District is about 42,000 square feet and houses several different restaurants, bakeries and bars..it's a gourmet food hall. On Sunday, April 19, 2025, we decided to try Encultura (a bbq restaurant). EnCultura BBQ is a popular barbecue restaurant in the Anaheim Packing District known for its Texas-style BBQ with a Mexican twist, serving smoked meats like brisket, tri-tip, and wagyu, alongside unique items like smoked birria burgers and loaded fries, with a separate bar and halal options available. It's praised for its flavorful, slow-smoked meats. Here's what we ordered: 1. Elote Riblets for $12, featuring a distinct Mexican-inspired profile with crema de coco, tamari, lime, and chili morita. These charred corn ribs are a blend of savory, tangy, and spicy flavors. These are really good. Corn is nicely charred and sweet. 2. BBQ BRISKET PAPAS FRITAS! Crispy curly fries topped with smoky brisket, cilantro, onion, pickled jalapenos, chipotle crema and crumbled queso cotija on top. The brisket was amazing! Extremely tender and very flavorful. What I didn't care for were the curly fries, this dished would be so much better with regular crinkle cut fries or steak fries. Additionally, some melted creamy cheese would have made this more creamy and not as dry. I would only reorder if I had a different fry option. But if curly fries is your jam, then you will love this. 3. Chile-lime Tripas taco. The tripas were crispy and very flavorful. It was a standard Mexican taco. 4. Brisket taco. Again, their brisket is off the hook delicious and tender. Both tacos were good and would order again. 5. Smoked Wagyu Birria burger. Burger was freaking delicious and would definitely order again. It came with curly fries. The order prepping did take a bit but we weren't in a hurry so waiting wasn't a big issue. Overall, the food was good but a bit pricey. Since we ordered at the counter, I felt our service was rushed and menu board really didn't detail each item. I would have benefited from this bc had I known the fries were curly, I would have selected another item. Guy working register was friendly enough but I felt rushed. I'm not rating the ambiance since I used the walk-up counter.

    Tacos. Birria, burnt ends, brisket.
    Joey C.

    Now, I understand that I'm eating here on Cinco De Mayo... but you would think the restaurant would staff more? I understand stuff happens. I'm sure the staff is doing their best with what they have, and I commend them. But again, it's suppose to be a busy day, should be better prepared for the situation? Sat at the bar area around 8pm. Was busy but luckily got bar seating. Wanted to take advantage of happy hour pricing (Tuesday). So ordered 6 tacos (birria, burnt ends, & brisket), 6 wings & corn. Bartender took our order, didn't write down our order, but had to double check back with us to confirm our order. When food came out, our order was wrong. Got one birria taco & our corn never came out. Tacos were sadly cold. Not ice cold, but cold. Given you're eating at a restaurant you want your food nice & hot. I have to say brisket & burnt ends were really good, and I just wish they were hot because it probably would've made them 10x better. Wings were exceptional! Enjoy them, they came out hot, so those were fine. Can't comment on the corn, because it didn't arrive. When the bill came out, and was as correct on what we received, which made it a little more disappointing because we did clarify exactly what we wanted (short 1 taco & no corn). If you go, highly recommend happy hour pricing (Monday - Thursday I believe), seems like it can get pricey at regular price. Overall, I want to like this place. But the cold food made it very disappointing. Might give it a try on a non-holiday Tuesday.

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    Mike C.

    Love this place. It's located in the historic Anaheim Packing house. Wait staff is super friendly. Food is good, and the happy hour is to die for!

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    Chris was amazing! Killer drinks, awesome energy and stories! Chris's hospitality made the night feel welcomed.

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    Is the food here halal?

    Yes, all the meat is halal. The wagyu and lamb are halal Australian meat. The non wagyu beef is creekstone farms. I can't remember where the chicken is sourced, but the chef did say it was halal as well.

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