Really liked this place. Wish they hadn't changed the menu; still sad they closed already…read more Found a brand new place in compton called 'City BBQ & Catering' on 1001 rosecranse. Been twice now cuz that smoked brisket is , in my opinion, pretty damn good.

I have been dying to try this place for a while, but could never convince my husband to take me. As…read moreluck would have it, we went to a concert over the weekend and decided to find food somewhere between the venue and our house on our way back home. The food did NOT disappoint!! The dining room was pretty empty but I was eyeballing the patio section (cuz I WILL be coming back)! I didn't realize it was counter ordering, (which sometimes gives me a sense of pressure cuz I like to take my time reviewing every item on the menu first), but luckily there were folks in front of us and nobody behind us (so I had a little time). I ordered the brisket grilled cheese and waffle fries, while my husband had the Nashville hot chicken fries. They had a BOGO deal on beer (he approved of the Mexican Lager) and I had the strawberry lemonade. Everything was amazing and the workers were really nice. We'll be back!!

Brisket and Mac and cheese are fire The spicy bbq sauce was…read morem favorite Order ahead of time and eat inside or on the patio.

...I'm at a loss for words by how horrible this was. I don't normally write reviews but I had to…read moremake an exception for this place. I'll try to be concise. This review is for the Paramount location. I got a few items: Dino rib, pork ribs, brisket, sausage, mac and cheese and corn bread. I'll start with the positives. The mac and cheese and corn bread were decent. Also they took 15 minutes to give me all the varied food I ordered which should have been my red flag to run, but I decided to live dangerously and was punished severely for it. Now on to the travesty, the meat. The theme for today was dry, old and shameless. The pork was somehow undercooked and dry. Which if you can endure the cruelty, is actually kind of impressive. The brisket resembled beef jerky. I'm including pictures of the brisket since those speak much more eloquently than I can. I love to cook and I infamously over season my dishes. But all these meats were at a whole another level. Not salty but aggressively peppery and just ham handed. The rub was flavorful but it blew out my palette instantly. Please take this to heart: less is more. In terms of meat quality? Cheap. My Dad is a butcher, I can tell. Everything being reheated did the meat quality no favors either. The seasoning was further exacerbated because the ribs, both dino and pork, were almost entirely bone. So you have a ton of seasoning on a lick of meat. It was a recipe for disaster. And price? Expensive, especially for what I received. Insulting for what I received. I'll end it here. I don't want to waste your time like this place wasted mine.

I thought the food was really good, especially the mac and cheese. It's hard to find truly good mac…read moreand cheese, and this one did not disappoint. It was rich, flavorful, and actually tasted homemade. The BBQ was impressive, smoky, tender, and seasoned just right. I really enjoyed it. The chicken was juicy and full of flavor. Good BBQ is hard to find in LA, but this spot gives you that "Dad or your uncle in the backyard on the grill" kind of vibe. Real, comforting, home-style food. Stop by and support a brother!

Just had one of the worst customer service experiences I've had in a while. I stopped by on my way…read morehome because I was craving BBQ. I've been here a few times before, mainly for the sides, but after this experience I honestly don't know if I'll return. I ordered a lunch chicken plate and was never told it would take over 40 minutes. Had I known, I either wouldn't have ordered or would have asked for a refund much sooner. Meanwhile, customer after customer who ordered after me received their food before I did. When I finally got my order, there was no apology or acknowledgment of the delay. I asked if there was anything they could do for the inconvenience, and the only thing offered was a free slushy. I don't even drink soda. A side dish or something more thoughtful would have made more sense. To make matters worse, when I got home, the chicken portion was very small and the two sides were tiny about the size of dressing cups. It's disappointing because I actually do like their flavors, but good food only goes so far when the customer service experience is this poor.

WOW, really great value AYCE with high quality cuts of meat! I was surprised that this place wasn't…read moretoo packed on a Saturday afternoon for lunch. The service is a mix of people and robotic delivery system, which was really convenient for getting our food items quickly. The staff are very friendly, attentive, and knew when to change grills without being asked. We chose to go with Menu B, which is $30/person for lunch pricing. Beef belly - 10/5, my favorite cut and they have an excellent balance of fat and meat. Brisket - 5/5, good! But chewier than the beef belly since it's a lean cut. Garlic Pork belly - 4/5, delicious but the garlic burnt on the grill. Pork belly slices - 5/5, more convenient than pork belly since the slices are thinner and cook faster. Galbi short rib - 5/5, sweet marinade and very tender. The other menu sides we ordered were mix veggies, steamed egg, corn cheese, beef soup, salad, and rice paper. Their banchan is on the sweeter side, but 10/10 I loved the kimchi and kimchi radish dishes. Lots of parking available directly in front of the restaurant and in the plaza. Your whole party needs to be present to be seated.

I've been coming here for a while, but unfortunately the quality has continued to decline. The meat…read morequality is not what it used to be , it's very chewy and feels much cheaper than before. The service was also disappointing during our last visit. Our server was attentive for the first 15-20 minutes, then disappeared without saying a word. We later found out from another server that he had gone on lunch break. For about 35-40 minutes, no one checked on our table, our grill wasn't changed, and we weren't able to place any additional food orders until we flagged someone down. That level of communication and service is very unprofessional. To make matters worse, an automatic 18% gratuity is added for parties of four or more. It feels like there is little incentive to provide good service when the tip is guaranteed regardless of the experience. Overall, the food quality and service have both gone downhill. I'll probably spend the extra 15 minutes driving and go to GEN or another Korean BBQ restaurant instead. Very disappointing experience.

I was in the mood for some good bbq when I saw a post on Facebook promoting 2 brothas. The set up…read moreis just as the name says, 2 brothas and a pit lol. It's placed in the front of a house and man oh man, this is by far the best bbq I've ever tasted! Food is damn good. I ordered the rib plate, rib tips, and hot links plates. Everything was seasoned really well, ribs were fall off the bone fantastic and the rib tips were outstanding. Links were really good, not too spicy just the right amount of spice and flavor. I will definitely be back.

Love there BBQ nice smoke favor, real tender meat, and just good food! Loved it. Must go back!read more

I didn't have the experience I expected to have with Gus'. It came so highly reviewed online and by…read morefriends so maybe I came on an off day. But the food seemed very "regular" and I missed out on the hype of the big portions and "worth the price" flavors. There were many menu options and kind service but I wish I could say more about the food. I got the Submarine and really expected much more reading the description. The quality was very much like the sandwiches that you can get in the fridge in the lunch room. I would like to go back for a more "meatier" sandwich but I'm worried for a back to back bad experience. I'll give it another try and hope for redemption

The best steak sandwiches around. Chicken sandwiches are bomb too, get the Chile torreado for an…read moreextra kick.

Delicious! We did catering at work and we decided to do Pops chicken. It was good and so flavorful!…read moreThe chicken was good.. very moist not dry at all. The beans were good, and so was the rice. We will definitely be back!

We ordered lunch for our field staff from this establishment and food was very good especially for…read morethe price. We received a whole chicken, rice, beans and potato salad all for 40 bucks. They hook up the sides and are not tight with anything including jalapeños and salsas. The price makes the food taste so much better especially nowadays what everyone is charging even if the food is good the price is ridiculous.

The sh1ttiest experience I have ever had. Never ever again!!!!…read more Ordered food to be delivered and never received it but we did get an hood argument from the employee.

Not your gramma's Denny's melt…read more The meltdown is a virtual brand operating out of Dennys, but with their own flavor. Went with the Giddy up melt, cause I can't resist burnt ends. The brisket burnt ends were juicy and full of flavor. The melted sharp whit cheddar complimented the meat perfectly. The bread was toasted to a slight crisp that wrapped up the whole sammich just right. You may not be able to sit down at The Meltdown, but you could get a great sandwich from them.

I'd highly recommend Rena G's. They have some of the best barbecue in the area. I had the beef…read morebarbecue ribs with a side of mac and cheese and some yams. The ribs were tender and have an amazing sauce paired with the them. The yam were also fantastic. It was so good that I don't even have a picture to upload here because I blew through it so fast. If you haven't been, I suggest you go soon!

Excellent food and service. Had the $10 special…read more Ordered pork ribs, beans and & cheese. Good flavor and tender. Spicy bbq sauce. Will definitely return.

Found this spot on Yelp this past Saturday, 05-23-26. Was headed home from the barbershop but I…read morehadn't eaten all day and I began looking for the nearest happy hour spot. Couldn't believe what I saw on both Yelp and Apple Maps, 4.8 stars and over 100+ reviews and this spot is in Compton, my city. Didn't even know a spot like this existed. Busted a u-turn going down Alondra so I could go back to Atlantic then make that right and slide to Compton Blvd and make that left. A few streets from there on your right side you'll find boulevard gastropub. Sitting next door to some other business which is right next to a big parking lot which is free by the way. I've parked in this lot at least a couple of times just to go to that taco truck and never noticed gastropub. Immediately when I walked in it was good vibes and the sense of a good atmosphere. I was greeted by the owner and a young lady who was the bartender. The owner is real cool. We had a short conversation I shared with him how I discovered his business and informed him I do reviews as well as post some content on my social media platforms in hopes of businesses receiving more attention and customers. Unfortunately, due to them not having an alcohol or liquor license, some of their drinks such as the cocktails are more so wine based drinks. So please don't come here expecting to get some Don Julio or Hennessy. Ain't gone happen lol. I had a Classic Mojito and enjoyed it. The price was $10 which I found exceptional. The food was delicious. I recommend the Blvd Burger as a go to if you can't decide on anything else. I loved it so much I had to make a video. And definitely try the Voodoo Wings. You won't be disappointed. Just imagine buffalo wings with lemon pepper seasoning. Cuz that's what it is and they're fire. No bs with the ranch dressing too. I'm definitely returning for another visit. I can see this being a new frequent spot to pull up to and hang out. I love the ambiance, my drink, the food here and the customer service. All things to be considered when going out and spending money. What I spent was definitely worth the first time experience.

At first glance, it looked like parking was limited to the street, but after calling, I found out…read morethere is a parking lot on the corner, which made things much easier. The restaurant itself is small but mighty, with a cozy feel and a menu that delivers. Everything is made to order, and they offer a rotating selection of local craft beers, which is a nice touch if you like trying something new. We ordered the spicy Korean wings, and thankfully they were not overly spicy, making them easy to enjoy. The real standout, though, was the Blvd burger. It was excellent and easily the highlight of the meal. I will definitely be coming back to try more of their burgers. Overall, the prices were better than most places, especially considering the quality. Definitely worth a visit.