Can't believe I haven't left a review for Jake's! I've been coming here with my dad for years. I am not usually the biggest fan of bbq(a lot of bbq sauces aren't it for me)... but I LOVE Jake's, the secret is in the sauce!! It's sweet and tangy in the perfect way and ends up with a smoky flavor from when they cook it as well. I looooove the huge beef ribs here, and the chicken is pretty good too. I've also tried the baby back ribs, which my family loves but I'm more of a beef kinda gal. Haven't tried much else on the menu because I just love the beef ribs so much tbh. The fries and salad are good, some other sides kinda feel like an afterthought, but the sides aren't the highlight here. I like the "roadside" nostalgic vibe inside, and the staff are nice. Some of the staff have been there for a long time and know a lot of the customers. Overall, this is my favorite restaurant in the neighborhood, and when Monrovia comes up in conversation, I always mention Jake's :) read more

We went to Jake's Roadhouse to celebrate my birthday with a BBQ dinner with family and friends,we love BBQ for many style of BBQ. This our first time at Jake's Roadhouse in the city of Monrovia on a Saturday,we throught will be a busy night at the restaurant it wasn't there's were customers enjoy this meal then we ask the waiter for a table he looks around the restaurant and found a table for us. We sat down then we look at the menu to see what to order everybody order on their own but my wife and I order BBQ combo it's come with a half a chicken,Tri Tip,two BBQ pork ribs,two BBQ beef ribs and two sides,we decided pick potato salad and mac n cheese to our meal. The atmosphere at Jake's Roadhouse is relaxing and a feeling see classic interior sign from the past that you can remember those doesn't exist anymore but enjoy walking to back in time. The waiter but out meal our BBQ combo meal to our table it looks scrumptious good. I cut a piece of the bbq chicken it was juicy,and tender and getting that smoke flavor in the chicken. And a bite of the Tri Tip it was tender and cover bbq sauce it good but it little bit too much of the bbq sauce but I enjoy it. The bbq pork ribs were very meaty they so good then bbq beef ribs they were meaty too with good flavor. The potato salad were very good full of flavors in the potato salad and mac n cheese was amazing cheesy good that I really enjoy. Meal come two muffins they very good. Everybody including ourselves enjoy the meal we were very happy and next try different items. read more

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2026.01 Yup of course even after I moved away I had to revisit on two separate occasions. Trip 1: beer battered zucchini fries. Top ranked for execution and size. Thanks for seasoning these! Trip 2: raspberry lemon pancakes I ordered these to go. Be warned of course even with holes punched to vent, the zucchini will not hit the same as fresh in house. Pancakes made me emotional bc they are SO GOOD and appreciate 3 servings of specialty pink butter and syrups. read more

Jake's Roadhouse - 2022.05.17 Beer Battered Zucchini Strips ask for extra ranch as 1 will definitely not be enough - Barbeque Near Me - Monrovia, California

Tried out this place on a whim and ordered a full rack of baby back ribs and a chili bowl. Both came with corn bread and chose the baked beans as a side. The ribs were really good and they give a hearty amount for the price. Chili was also good but very greasy. Would def return when in the area... read more

Jake's Roadhouse - Full Rack Of Baby Back Ribs - Barbeque Near Me - Monrovia, California

What a wonderful meal we had at Jake's. Visiting town for a friend's birthday we were looking for a breakfast place and stumbled upon Jake's. When you enter you get that homey, locals spot feel. Lots of memorabilia and Route 66 vibes. Our breakfast was delicious and filling. My boyfriend and I both had the ABT omelette: Avocado/Bacon/Tomato. His with home fries mine with berries. We loved our Huge omelettes and the berries were amazing! The sour dough was doughy. Highly recommend! Excellent service too read more

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It had been more than 10 years since I had eaten here. Jake's serves a delicious breakfast! Ordered the breakfast burrito. It was gigantic and stuffed with potato, sausage, eggs, and cheese. I ordered the spicy Texas sausage -- it was very spicy. My dining partner ordered the avocado, bacon, tomato omelette with sourdough toast and breakfast potatoes. The serving was huge. We both took boxes home. The service was excellent. The menus are clean. Everything was very tasty, and we enjoyed ourselves very much. Loved the decorations on the walls. Will definitely return. read more

This restaurant is on Myrtle in Monrovia downtown. It has brunch menu and lunch/dinner menu is bbq style. Service is very friendly and attentive. Spacious inside the restaurant. Also really fun atmosphere and great energy. Can't ask for more. Wait! The portions are huge here so come hungry! I tried their new york steak and eggs with potatoes and toast. 12oz steak with 3 eggs. I picked hash brown and English muffin (brunch must haves). Also got to try their homemade bbq sauce. My friend introduced me to it and it is very yummy It has movie theater, boutique , shops and cafes all within couple blocks. Parking is 90mins in the front or parking lot in the back. read more

Jake's Roadhouse - New York Steak 'N Eggs (split in two plates) - Barbeque Near Me - Monrovia, California

Fun place with Fantastic food. Bbq baby back ribs are really really delicious, the meat just falls off the bone. Sides are great also, we had onion rings, fries & the beans (w/bacon) soooo good. The fun thing to do is read all the fun signs. Clean - even the bathroom. Staff essentially friendly. I had a cranberry mimosa. Wow!! read more

Jake's Roadhouse - Baby back pork ribs fries, cornbread and beans Yummy!! - Barbeque Near Me - Monrovia, California

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Jake's Roadhouse's food was awesome!!--KISS THE CHEF!!! George, one of the servers, was just kind the whole time. The people were friendly too. The town of Monrovia was quaint and family friendly--I don't think anyone will be disappointed. I'll definitely come back when I am in CA again. read more

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Great BBQ food cooked to perfection. Good customer service. Located in classic Old Town Monrovia area.

Beef ribs sauce on the side excellent. Service is always great. You can't go wrong quick and efficient. Ambience is really unique probably nothing else like it around. If you're in the mood for barbecue or great food or a steak, this is the place for you. read more

Jake's Roadhouse - Beef Ribs... - Barbeque Near Me - Monrovia, California

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Let me just say this was the best Ribeye steak I've gotten in a long time. I could only imagine how a filet mignon or higher end cut would taste if they offered it. It was cooked perfectly (medium) . The seasoning was spot on I wouldn't change anything on it . Super juicy. The kids loved the waffles. The wife loved the French toast . Nothing but good vibes inside the staff was friendly . Prices was fair we do live in 2026. Highly recommend coming and trying it out . read more

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First time trying the pulled pork burgers. Super flavorful and filling. A little too much bbq sauce for my palate but their sandwiches are pretty good with the salsa they provide. Not a big fan of the mac and cheese, and the fries were just okay. Service was okay. Cool interior though! read more

​I have a confession to make. I failed as a modern Yelper. I fully intended to be that person who takes a high quality, perfectly lit photo of my meal before touching it, but when the food arrived, my lizard brain took over. The spicy smoked sausages looked so good that I was three bites deep before I even remembered I owned a phone. The spice level was perfect. Just eough of a kick to let you know they mean business without nuking your taste buds. The servings are generous, if you leave this place hungry, that's honestly a personal failing on your part. ​The real star of the show is the BBQ sauce. The restaurant has plenty of seating and a staff so friendly you'll think you accidentally stumbled into a family reunion where everyone actually likes each other. The food came out hot and faster than I could prepare my camera, and I spent most of the meal staring longingly at my son's rib plate. I highly recommend this place, just don't expect a photo from me next time either. I clearly have zero chill when the BBQ is this good. read more

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I ordered delivery through Grubhub, food arrived quickly and hot! They sent utensils and plenty of absorbent napkins. Jake's is located in beautiful old town Monrovia! The menu is extensive and I will likely stop in soon to try their delicious looking breakfast selections. I ordered the rib ends and sautéed garlic mushrooms. The portions were huge! The mushrooms were yummy, but swimming in fluid. The rib ends are so large and meaty, they are definitely a meal for two. The BBQ sauce was tangy (quite sour and sweet). If you like tangy, you will devour these. I personally do not enjoy sour or sweet BBQ sauces, so I did not enjoy the mouth puckering taste. read more

Really love this spot! If you're craving a barbecue fix, I highly recommend coming here. The portions are huge and definitely shareable. We ordered the Monster Rib Combo, which comes with two corn muffins (so incredibly moist!), two sides, a half rack of baby back ribs, plus two pork ribs and two beef ribs. The plate was massive, even with two people, we couldn't finish it. Also, the coleslaw here is superior. I liked it so much I ordered an extra one to take home so we could enjoy it with our leftovers. The staff is super friendly and attentive, and you can tell it's a true family-style restaurant. Highly recommend checking this place out! read more

Jake's Roadhouse - Barbeque Near Me - Monrovia, California

Visitation Rights: 1 Background On Visit: Two months ago, we decided to patronize the shop to support the owner. He lost his house in the Altadena Fire. Credit Cards: They're accepted Restrooms: Restrooms are available to use. Location/Parking: Closest major cross streets are South Myrtle Ave. and E. Olive Ave.. Parking can be found in the residential area, nearby public parking lots, or along Myrtle Ave.. Ambiance/Decor: Had this homey feeling and pretty neat decor along the walls. Service: Service was good and food came out fast. Jump Start Of Choice: 1) Bowl Of Chili And Corn Muffins: The chili was simple, but delicious. The corn muffins were a little dry. BBQ Combo Of Choice: 1) Phat Mike's Delight: 1/2 smoked chicken, Tri-Tip, 1 BBQ pork rib, 1 BBQ beef rib, 1 hot link sausage. Enjoyed the combo a lot. It had a little bit of almost every meat offering. The hot link was a bit spicy for so didn't really enjoy it much. The combo also included two sides. Got the mac and cheese (a bit overcooked and kinda bland) and potato salad (decent. You can taste the sourness). Jakes Roadhouse For Thought: Don't mind coming back. read more

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(Drafted from earlier this year) I wanted to come since I had seen them on the news. The drive out was typical as I'm used to going to Pasadena and beyond, but the view was definitely different; you could barely make out the mountains on the 210. Jake's is located on Myrtle, a quaint street in a nice part of Monrovia. On this particular Sunday, the sun was setting and there were more than enough people out. I was parked about a block away from the restaurant, and it was a quick walk over. Came into an almost empty establishment where a guy was behind the makeshift host stand. To be honest, he wasn't the friendliest, but he did hand over a menu. After taking a look, I noticed no one was there so I had to wait but only for less than a minute. Another girl took over, and she was pleasant enough. Food took about 5-10 minutes and I was on my way. To be honest, this wasn't very good at all. Chicken was just okay (where I didn't even bother finishing this), the BBQ sauce was on the watery side, but the baked potato was really good. Perhaps I just didn't get the right thing, or come on the right day. Overall, it felt despondent being here between the staff and experience, but due to everything going on in the area, I can certainly see why. read more

The french fries are nice and hot! Food, service and atmosphere are very good. -------

First time coming with my dad for breakfast we heard they had good food and we had to come and try. I'm definitely a waffle person and the waffle was super good. My dad had the French toast and I swear they were delicious. The service was fast and friendly and I love how the inside of the restaurant looks super cool with all these signs. read more

Jake's Roadhouse - Marian's Waffle Combo French Toast - Barbeque Near Me - Monrovia, California

What a wonderful icon in Monrovia! Great service, great casual dining, fun atmosphere with license plates from across the country and across the years. Very tasty and large portions with amazing lemon pancakes. My vegan friends can find a few things on the menu despite it specializing in BBQ read more

The service is top-notch and always consistent your coffee cup will never go empty. My favorite old town Spot for breakfast. read more

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We started coming here after learning that the owner lost his home in the Altadena fires. We felt compelled to do our part by supporting small businesses and helping those who lost so much. This quickly became our go-to brunch spot -- and the food did not disappoint! There are so many options, with portions large enough to share or take home for a second meal. You truly get your money's worth, and the flavors make it well worth coming back. Prices are fair for the quality and amount of food, and we'll keep returning again and again. read more

Me and my wife have dinner there twice both times the food as been excellent. Best barbecue I've tasted in a long time.

Chase is so special right when you walk in. It's amazing.\n And then the service is outstanding and the ribs and all their food is so good. But the ribs are off the chain. I recommend this sweet family owned restaurant. That will take you to another level.\n Please go in today and try read more

Amazing food, service and atmosphere. The owners lost their home in the Alta Dena Fire. Support our local businesses. read more

Jake's Roadhouse - Great deal! Come support this family owned business, they lost their home in the Alta Dena Fire. - Barbeque Near Me - Monrovia, California

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Went there for breakfast, it didn't disappoint. It had an old school diner feel with all the walls decorated with old school metal signs.. Service was prompt and friendly, servers checked in on us a number of times. I had the garden omelette with potatoes. The portions were huge and could of been shared by two. Looking forward to coming back to try the lemon raspberry pancakes. Definitely recommend. read more

Jake's Roadhouse - Garden omelette. - Barbeque Near Me - Monrovia, California

Been coming here for years. Consistent on their portions and food still tastes with great quality. Cozy and comfortable environment, especially if during less peak hours. Service is friendly and efficient, but other days can be a hit or miss, but whatever here for tasty food and good size. Will be coming here as often as we can. read more

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Come hungry- Laid-back, family-owned spot where the portions are as big as Texas itself. The staff offers exceptional service which is fast, friendly and full of southern charm. Inside has the outdoor rustic summer charm, and the place is decked out with cool roadside memorabilia that makes you feel right at home. Outside seating is available upon request. read more

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We were looking for a new place to try out since we were in the area, and we were so glad we came across this place! We stopped by downtown Monrovia for the farmers market but never really had the chance to try out all of the restaurants here. Their breakfast burrito was on point and salsa is the best! Service was also good. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone in the area. I'll have to try some of their other plates next time. read more

Kettle corn and beef ribs beef ribs beef ribs is our go to!! Fast, fun service and plenty of seating. read more

Jake's Roadhouse - Beef ribs!!! - Barbeque Near Me - Monrovia, California

I'm extremely disappointed in this place. I had high expectations walking into this place but left extremely disappointed. We ordered 7-8 items, and every single item was worse than the other. EVEN something as simple as French fries and onion rings tasted bad. To sum it up if you ever find yourself walking by this place, I suggest start running. read more

Decided to try the Roadhouse after watching My Go To on localish..plus my sister had breakfast there a few weeks ago with some of her retired coworkers..we went for lunch and it was busy but only had to wait five minutes for a table. Seems like everyone was ordering breakfast over lunch. Was given breakfast menu and one lunch menu..we wanted to try the BBQ and the breakfast menu had no BBQ options. Our choices were the tri tip plate and pull pork plate with corn on the cob. French fries and macaroni and cheese..seems like everyone was getting their breakfast food faster than us..when the food arrived. It was plenty ..tri tip was ok..pulled pork was full of flavor and the BBQ sauce was mild..to my taste..Will have to try breakfast next time..seems the most popular..and plenty of parking in old town Monrovia read more

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I really wanted to love this place. This restaurant is in a great location (Old Town Monrovia) and has a cozy non-pretentious vibe inside. They specialize in BBQ and Sandwiches. Also they are open for breakfast. We love their Kettle Corn available fresh at the Monrovia Farmers Market every Friday nights, so we stopped by for takeout. I ordered the Monster Ribs Plate, since they "specialize" in BBQ; and a Cobb Salad. In short, both items were not edible. The BBQ ribs tasted BITTER and TOUGH to chew; their BBQ sauce could NOT save that thing. Awful! On the other hand, the Cobb Salad was decent, but lacked the traditional addition of "tomatoes", the avocado slices were hard (not ripe). Both items ordered were again, not edible. The reviews of this restaurant are mostly positive with a Yelp 4 star average rating, so am kind of surprised that our experience with their food wasn't better. Service was fine. Now, Breakfast items are also their specialty, so perhaps I should order that next time and see how that goes. In the meantime, I will just stop by for the Kettle Corn. read more

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Lemon. Raspberry. Pancakes. Are life! Every menu item is hearty and portions are generous. I suggest sharing a sweet item and a main meal. Can be a bit chilly, if that's an issue dress warm. Love the big window and view of Myrtle. Makes for great people watching or to enjoy whatever the weather is that day. Meals came pretty quickly and all at once. Coffee Refills were prompt and cups didn't get cold. Did I mention the raspberry-lemon pancakes? read more

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First time here and won't be the last. It gets busy so be prepared to wait. I met a friend for a late breakfast on a Saturday. We had a 15 minute wait. There is plenty of public and street parking nearby. The service was outstanding and the food was delicious. We say inside but there are a few tables outside for your 4-legged friends to join in. read more

Jake's Roadhouse - Short Stack - Barbeque Near Me - Monrovia, California

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This is the first restaurant I've ever tried at Monrovia so it holds a special place in my heart. The aesthetics has Diners Drive Ins And Dives written all over it but still has a level of at home, cozy feels like getting bear hugged by your great aunt. For anyone on keto, they have a ton of delicious omelet options amongst other traditional American favorites. One of their specialties are their lemon raspberry pancakes which are awesome because they're not too sweet. Dining outside is also available if you want to bring your dog to chill with you as you eat your meal. Parking is pretty easy in Old Town Monrovia, ton of street parking but may be harder on Friday nights since that's when the street fair is. read more

Solid local, family-owned BBQ spot in the heart of Old Town Monrovia! Their menu has lots of variety, the vibes are country-cozy, and staff are friendly and attentive. Their smoked chicken is delicious and their portions are gigantic! Been coming here for over 7 years now and their quality is very consistent. My go to is usually any plate that has their smoked chicken on it but their sandwiches are good too. On our last visit we got the spare ribs dinner and the Big D's combo. Their portions are more than generous. One dinner could definitely feed two people - we always forget and end up taking half our food home lol. Their spare ribs have an ok flavor but they were a tad tough and chewy - not sure if it's the cut of rib or what but I wouldn't get this again. The sauce and smoky seasoning was still decent so I would definitely give their baby back or beef ribs a try next time. The Big D's combo comes with 1/2 smoked chicken, spicy sausage link and 2 sides. I also added a dinner salad. Their smoked chicken is flawless - the softest chicken I've ever had and the BBQ sauce they put on it is excellent. The spicy sausage has a really nice kick to it - not too hot and not too mild. Their baked potato and corn on the cob are great sides. Everything comes with their famous "corn muffins" that are slightly sweet and I think they have blueberries in them - which to me is an odd accompaniment but they're delicious so it's like a little dessert haha! Prices are what you'd expect for the area. The staff were all very friendly and more than happy to help - checked up on us often. We felt very welcomed - very relaxed, casual vibes here. Location is fantastic in the heart of Old Town - so a great place to walk off all that BBQ lol. Parking is all street or in one of the public lots and free. They have inside/outside seating and they also do catering. Definitely a staple of our little Monrovia community - we'll be back next time we crave some BBQ! read more

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Worked by here years ago but never tried it. Finally went recently and must admit I was impressed. Beef ribs are good. Portions are large and pricing is great. Found my local rib spot for future cravings read more

Jake's Roadhouse is a family friendly restaurant where you can bring families to enjoy the amazing dishes they serve. I love coming here for weekend brunch. Their portions are super generous for the price and can't get enough of the mimosas to go with any dishes! The waiters and waitresses are all very nice to the customers. The place also has a clean enviroment and lots of variety to choose from on their menu. I especially love their bbq ribs with the housemade sauces. I highly recommend this restaurant for any bbq lovers! read more