Food was alright but a pathetic amount for $27.61. Brisket was cut up and ribs cut apart in the photo but nothing eaten. Not pictured was the biscuit. Probably won't be back. read more

Lucille's Smokehouse Bar-B-Que - Combo meal - Barbeque Near Me - Rocklin, California

Wow! Super surprised by some previous reviews because our dinner tonight was so good! Went to celebrate a friend's birthday and had a great time! We ordered a variety of apps and entrees ans everything came out perfect. My only complaint is its too good and I don't have a stomach big enough for it all. Our recommendations are the beef ribs and the pork belly brisket! Both were SO good. All the staff was phenomenal, getting everything to us in a really timely manner and being really attentive the entire time we were there. I'm sad that I totally missed our writer's name but he did a really great job of staying on top of everything. All in all, 4 people for under $200 (with tip included) is not a bad deal. We'll definitely be coming back more often. Used to come here a lot before COVID, and stopped due to moving a bit farther away, but with how great things were tonight, I'm excited to come back again! read more

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This place has been hit or miss recently. Used to come quite often, not food sadly has been going downhill. On a positive note, you can never go wrong with the back porch lemonade, that is great every time! The brisket that used to be amazing is just ok, and today was very strange looking (wish I took a pic) and kind of liked like a thin slice of tri tip. I ordered the 1/2 chicken and it was actually great tonight. A few of the others in our party had their meals come out wrong, which was disappointing. We were a large party (12), so I know that can be challenging. The server did his best and was nice for sure, but clearly frazzled. The biggest complaint tonight aside from the overly leisurely pace of the meal, the patio seating! It used to be great, they had shades all around the sides to block out the sun as needed, not all of those have been removed leaving us to bake in the sun!! Not good, why in the world would those have been taken down?! We moved tables trying to get away from the sun, but no escaping it. Another couple that came in also tried to move tables to avoid the blinding light which made dining unpleasant! read more

Lucille's Smokehouse Bar-B-Que - Patio with full sun, no shade! We moved tables to try and escape the sun, but it chased us down as the sun set.... was miserable. - Barbeque Near Me - Rocklin, California

We ordered 2 country gravy chicken fried chicken dinners, both showed up missing the gravy oh wait that's not accurate, we got ONE very small container of gravy! I laughed but only because of how absurd it was! We called and were told we would get an email with a digital gift card to replace the items for a future use; that never came... sooo BOO! PS this was the second time we ordered and missing key parts of the order- not doing that again! read more

Good assortment of Southern and Cajun-style dishes [Rocklin CA] Haven't been to Lucille's since the pandemic but here we were dining in on a Monday when my friend chose this place for dinner. The restaurant was not packed at 5:30p but it got busy when we finished by 7:00p so we came at a good time. I ordered the CHIMICHURRI TOP SIRLOIN. The meat was tender and flavorful with the housemade Hatch chimichurri sauce. It came with garlic mashed potatoes and sautéed seasonal vegetables. Chargrilled to order. I chose less pink at medium well. My friend had the 3-bones BBQ BEEF RIBS. She gave me a piece to taste and it was so good! We had a wonderful server, Taylor, who was super friendly, engaging and attentive equally to not just our table but to all her guests... I was observing. LoL! I do like the part where you can pay right there at this little thingamajig pay system on each table. It is also able to split checks! Happy Hour is Monday - Friday · 3pm- 7pm· Every Day · 9pm - Close. Review #1780 updated read more

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I love the biscuits with the apple butter. Wish I could take the jar home. Why can't they sell this stuff??, My food was good. I couldn't decide what to get so I got this. Our service was good and it's always busy here read more

Lucille's Smokehouse Bar-B-Que - I had the CHEESE-CRUSTED BRISKET TACOS LUNCH And strawberry drink with brown sugar - Barbeque Near Me - Rocklin, California

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We were craving some ribs and decided to stop by Lucille's Smokehouse Bar-B-Que in Rocklin for our very first time. Our server, Sky, was super helpful and informative. He took the time to explain the differences between the ribs and the sauces. Along with the ribs, we got the garlic mashed potatoes, the cornbread, and some chicken nuggets for my son. Everything was delicious and hit the spot.The restaurant itself is very large with different distinct seating areas and features a really nice bar setup. Thanks to the great service and good food, we will absolutely be back. Next time we visit, we definitely want to check out the bar side! read more

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I very much enjoyed my experience coming here for the first time. As per my previous review that was specifically for a delivery order. The atmosphere of the place is delightful, very eclectic and fun, plus the restaurant is huge with multiple rooms and seating alternatives. The four of us chose a cozy booth near the cooker. The menu is quite extensive with lots of options. The primary fare is very much BBQ as one would expect. As per my previous review they also have some really wonderful New Orleans style cuisine, gumbo, jambalaya, beignets. I had my mind set on trying the BBQ and glad I did. It was truly delicious and good quality. I wouldn't say it was the best I ever had, yet it was right up there. Since we were there for lunch I gravitated to the lunch specials in back of the menu. Since I wanted to try a variety of the large number of choices I went for the "three meal" selection and chose the St. Louis ribs, the brisket and the chicken. Plus a side of baked beans which was included from the available choices. It comes on a utilitarian metal tray, condusive to making a sloppy mess. It also comes with a wonderful biscuit and special seasoned butter which definitely hit the spot. We ordered fried okra for an appetizer and it was a hit with everyone. Nicely sizzling hot, a bit greasy, but ever so good! Hey, no one anticipated a healthy meal coming here! Our friends ordered the gumbo too and we all couldn't resist a spoonful or two. YUM! Just as good as before and a good portion of it too. They have three sauces available at the table if you care to lather more on your stuff. I did, the hot sauce, which wasn't as powerful as I like, but good enough for a bit of kick. The brisket was tender and exceptional, the ribs very delicious, and the chicken, a large leg, was moist and cooked perfectly. For BBQ they know what they're doing, with the coating, cooking time and sauce. It all was very good and very filling. I was stuffed! For around $25. not a bad price either. Oh, the baked beans were fabulous, the best I've had in years. For a drink I had an Arnold Palmer which came in a huge Mason type jar. Loved it. For dessert we ordered the traditional beignets. I was only able to eat one. I believe six were in the order. For someone who's eaten innumerable beignets at Cafe du Monde and Morning Call in New Orleans these aren't the same size, yet just as good. The consistency is perfect and not over cooked. YUM! The service was very friendly and helpful, upbeat and made certain that everything was to our liking. One of the best parts is they give you a warm towel to clean up at the end. That was good for me as I started out intending to politely fork and knife it throughout but gave up soon after and ended up eating the ribs and chicken with my fingets making a sticky mess! Why not enjoy it? Overall a really nice experience. I will definitely go back and especially since I enjoy the unique atmosphere of the dine-in experience. Good job, Lucille! read more

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So glad I stopped by here to grab some to go dinner. I was really craving BBQ and decided to give this place a try, and I'm glad I did. At first I thought it might be similar to Buckhorn, but honestly it has its own thing going on and doesn't really compare. Everything tasted fresh, well made and you can tell they care about the quality of the food. The deviled eggs were absolutely to die for, especially with the fried onions on the side. I've had deviled eggs at plenty of places, but these were easily some of the best I've ever had. The crunch from the onions added the perfect texture and made them stand out. The beef brisket was super tender and juicy, and I loved the dipping sauce it came with which paired really well with the meat. The BBQ ribs were just as good, really flavorful and juicy. Definitely a spot I'd come back to, and I'd highly recommend it if you're in the mood for some solid BBQ! read more

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The service and atmosphere of the restaurant were great. Our server was a blessing, she supposedly had the day off but the girl that was covering for our large party had to call in. She treated our large party magnificent. We had a large party for a birthday lunch on the weekend, luckily we got there before it was too packed. I specifically got the pick 3 combo plate (sausage, brisket, pulled chicken and upgraded brisket mac) and for apps we got the deviled eggs and the nachos. The food was just ok, for the price on the menu I got a decent portion of some mid barbecue, was nothing to write home about but wasn't bad. The brisket seemed a little dry, the pulled chicken was more like sliced chicken combined with bbq sauce, and I'm honestly not a big sausage guy but the jalapeño sausage was probably the best item on my plate. If you want a good service experience with some ok food feel free to come here but personally I think it would be better to support a local bbq place and get some better food. read more

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Hit the spot! They had a special on the 2 meat/2 sides. Couldn't decide which style of ribs between the St Louis or Baby Back so I had 1/4 of each! Yummy. My only negative was that the St Louis were difficult to separate the bones to pull apart. Nice amount of sauce in both. Tender and tasty. Biscuits were fresh. Pork belly burnt ends were awesome as were the pickles that were the garnish. My husband had the jambalaya bowl and there was well flavored chimichuri rice and a bit of either andouille shrimp or chicken with each bite. Service was great. Enjoyable experience all around. read more

Lucille's Smokehouse Bar-B-Que - SMOKED PORK BELLY BURNT ENDS - Barbeque Near Me - Rocklin, California

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An overall 4 stars, factoring in the food, customer service and ambiance. Foodyou choose to dine-in, Lucille's has a nice southern charm and seating that can accommodate a large group. Oh and they have fried green tomatoes! Idgie Threadgoode would be proud. Enjoyed the links & brisket two way combo. Links had a nice char and the brisket was cooked perfectly. Plenty of options for sides and I chose to go carb heavy w/ potato salad and mac & cheese. Would definitely recommend getting a two way, if you're having g trouble deciding. You also have the option of jazzing up your macaroni & cheese w/ toppings like bacon, brisket, onions etc. I went w/ bacon because bacon makes everything g taste yummy. Then of course closing out the meal w/ a delicious batch of fried green tomatoes. Their batter was nice and crisp and the perfect blend of sweet & savory. Some people may want their fired green tomatoes as an appetizer but I'd recommend it as the perfect way to end the meal:) read more

Lucille's Smokehouse Bar-B-Que - MACARONI & CHEESE - Barbeque Near Me - Rocklin, California

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I've been coming to this location since 2011 and it's gone downhill so bad. The brisket was all fat and I hate that texture/ consistency :( the chicken was also cold. Service was mid.... $80 to be disappointed is so sad lol On the positive side ----the drinks are great. The potato salad is always good. The biscuits and apple butter are good, the decor is awesome - BUT the MEAT is the most important in my opinion. If I do return it will be for drinks and appetizers, because the BBQ meat is a disaster. read more

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My boyfriend and I visited Lucille's for our first time, and unfortunately it was incredibly disappointing. The restaurant itself is beautiful, and our server was friendly and tried his best, but the food completely missed the mark. I have a food allergy, so I specifically requested no barbecue sauce and even declined dipping sauces when asked. Despite that, my plate arrived with two large containers of barbecue sauce that spilled onto my food, contaminating my meal. My macaroni and cheese was cold, untouched, and the tri-tip was chewy, rubbery, under-seasoned, and had a pink, prime rib-like texture. I took two bites of the tri-tip and one rib before I couldn't eat anymore. My boyfriend's pulled pork was also cold and drenched in sauce, so he couldn't enjoy his meal either. The most frustrating part is that we spent over $110, yet still had to go home and cook dinner because neither of us was able to eat what we paid for. We didn't complain in the restaurant or make a scene--we simply paid, left, and contacted Guest Relations afterward. I even ordered an extra meal to go before our entrées arrived because I had such high hopes. If I'd known how the food would turn out, I never would have. Photos have been provided to Guest Relations, and I hope they use this feedback to improve future guests' experiences. read more

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Absolutely terrible experience. Our server, Todd, provided some of the worst service I've experienced. He was inattentive, unhelpful, and seemed completely uninterested in making sure we had a decent experience. We had to repeatedly ask for basic things, and the overall service was incredibly slow and frustrating. The food was overshadowed by how poorly the experience was handled. Todd's attitude and lack of attention made the entire visit unpleasant. I understand that restaurants can get busy, but there's no excuse for service this poor. Definitely not an experience I'd want to repeat. Very disappointing. read more

The "premium side" of roasted corn on the cob is tasteless and overdone. Water has more flavor. The "fall of the bone" St. louis ribs had a candied outer shell, but definitely did not fall off the bone. The brisket didn't even look like food at first - they brought slices out that were essentially all fat. The second brisket was a little better but drier than the Mojave. If you're looking for good Bar-B-Que. This isn't the place read more

Lucille's Smokehouse Bar-B-Que - St. Louis ribs and roasted corn... - Barbeque Near Me - Rocklin, California

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Ambiance: Very typical BBQ atmosphere. It is a very large place and you can actually see their smoker working. Service: The service was impeccable. From the hosts to the server; friendly, knowledgeable of the menu, and more importantly how the BBQ is actually done. Loved the energy and the attention to details. Food: We had a variety of different choices of smoked meats and sides; NONE were disappointing. The only disappointment was dessert. We went against our server's recommendation and chose the Chocolate Cake. Less than meh! Next time, and YES, there will be a next time. We will go with the banana pudding. Our daughter got it and she said it was amazing. Anyway, with prices rising thanks to the political environment of CA, you will feel like you received fair value for your money. Enjoy! read more

We came here after a courthouse wedding we had a reservation. It was a big party, and it turned out to be really nice. We got there early and they were able to get us seated early. Our server Jenny was super nice and very helpful throughout the evening. They were able to store a cake for us we dropped off beforehand. I think their food can be hit or miss a lot of people enjoyed their food. Lucille's is one of my favorite places for a Nashville hot chicken sandwich. The key is to ask for buffalo sauce. It's a real juicy piece of meat. Nice cut with a good crunch. Some items I wouldn't recommend is the kids fried chicken, and their bowls. We thought the kid was just being picky, but we tried it, and it was not edible. My family enjoyed the ribs and the shredded chicken nachos. read more

7/6/2025 Came here for a quick lunch. The inside is super cute. Takes you back in time. Ashlyn was a nice host. She brought us to a booth after hearing our request. Our sever talyor is a gem. Has an open and friendly energy. My grandpa always makes these jokes and she manage to match that energy. Good luck on your nursing school journey Taylor. Like last time, we ordered the baby back ribs half rack and gumbo. This time we got strawberry lemonade ($6) and tried the peach lemonade as well. Great recommendation by Taylor. Both lemonade had strong fruit flavors. The peach was slightly more tart than the strawberry. Nothing can go wrong with a cold glass of lemonade paired with a rack of ribs. We mixed the peach and strawberry lemonade for a beautiful sunset lemonade ( pic). We split both the rack or ribs and the gumbo for two people and it was a lot and delicious. The portion size here are quite big. Every time I come to Sacramento area, I must get some Lucille's. It is now one of my Togo spots that I would recommend to friends. read more

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Very unimpressed is an understatement. I ordered the BBQ combo with brisket and ribs and two sides for $23.99 (plus am extra $1.50 for brisket). It came with 3 ribs and one slice of brisket. When I asked the server if the combo usually comes with 1 piece, he said it's a 3 oz portion. The service was good, but I'll never go back. Way overpriced for the amount of food that you get. read more

Yessss FINALLY a local BBQ spot that satisfies our cravings for good'ol Baby Back Ribs!! Lets be clear, you can't compare ANY spot to Phil's BBQ at San Diego, but this certainly is one of the better spots for delicious ribs! Warm, family friendly ambience for various occasions that won't disappoint (also depends on your server). Prices are fair, service can use some help and speed up a bit (or perhaps just low staffed the day we went), parking is incredibly generous and spacious, wait time can be longer than expected thanks to the slow service... so then why 5 stars? Is it worth the wait? It's all about the ribs and if you're a foodie for good, soft, delicious, melts off the bone ribs - it's definitely worth the wait and patience! Our waitress was fun and incredible. She tended to us wonderfully despite overseeing so many tables. Kids got to ring the bell which was nice to experience! And dessert - oh wow, the ice cream serving was MUCH bigger that we anticipated. All in all, highly recommended for ribs' specialists. Come hungry and leave satisfyingly happy!! read more

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They keep adding new and fun items to the menu, great flavors and a nice laid back atmosphere like this afternoon as we sit on the porch, enjoying the blues and drinking sweet tea. The pork belly burnt ends appetizer and gumbo for lunch made a great meal, we also did a two-meat with brisket and ribs, done very very well read more

We met a large group for a get together and I was so impressed with the service! The 2 girls serving us were so fast, courteous & patient for our large group - it was so loud, and about 50 people but the took orders, served the food fast and fresh and kept the drinks flowing!! The food was so delicious and came out perfect!! We got the 3 course shareable for 2 with appetizer of grid pickles - so good! Yummy ranch!! Then we got pulled pork & chicken - & tri tip - it was all so tender and the bbq sauce was delicious- we also got Mac & cheese and beans as our side - we cleared tray - then banana pudding for dessert!! well done Lucilles! read more

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Tonight, I had dinner with family at Lucille's. I ordered the jambalaya. Right away, the smell was amazing. I took one bite and forgot to take a photo. Too good to wait. Spicy but not too hot, full of flavor, and the sausage and shrimp were cooked just right. At the table, we shared the burnt ends. They were tender, had crispy edges, and that smoky flavor was perfect. Everyone at the table loved them. Our server was wonderful. Gave helpful recommendations and checked in without interrupting too much. Friendly the whole time. Inside, the place felt cozy. I loved the warm lighting, the signs on the walls, and all the little details. It felt fun but still relaxed. I started digging in before taking photos, too excited to eat! read more

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Went there for dinner yesterday and consistently the service is amazing and expedient. I just finished placing my order and the Salad was out and a few minutes later the baby backed ribs were out too . The food was delicious and the ambiance is well bbq and lively. Watched the replay of World Cup on their giant screens. Thanks Lucille for a job well done. read more

While visiting Roseville for work went here with a coworker. Nice well maintained place with a friendly welcoming atmosphere. Service was quick and waitress was attentive. Ordered the rib tips and baby back ribs. Got coleslaw and two sides of beans. The beans were really good. Ribs and rib tips also very tasty. Will be back read more

Service was awesome! Food-on point as always, I had the tri-tip dip sandwich, that is now my favorite. We loved the sauces so we had to buy them. Already planning out next visit. We live in South Sac, the food and service is so good, we don't mind the drive. read more

Hello Yelpies With so many BBQ places out there today it seems like you will never find the true original.... Look no further than Lucilles. The drinks are great and the food comes out fast and hot. So needless to say the service was exceptional and the flavors are unmatched. This is truly an amazing place to eat with family and friends. Get you some of this delicious bbq read more

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Food- good as awlays my huabnd loves the beef rib I love the baby back ribs and baked beans break is good as well as the apple butter.. Onions straws is a must! Stuffed jalapeno is so good! read more

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Catered Lucille's and everything's was so good! All the meat was tender and juicy! This was so flavorful! The Mack and cheese the mashed potatoes everything was amazing! read more

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(5/5) My first time coming here, and it felt so cozy -- almost like home! I couldn't tell if it's exactly Texas-style or not, but honestly, that's not the point. The food was absolutely amazing -- perfectly cooked, full of flavor, and every bite was delicious. The sauces were spot-on, and I especially enjoyed the lemonade, which was so refreshing. The dessert was also delicious and very rich -- the perfect way to finish the meal! The waitress was very friendly and helpful, which made the experience even better. I actually came because my brother recommended this place, and I'm glad I did! Highly recommend you come and try it out too! read more

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10/18/25 Pro's: Service was excellent big food portions. Street Corn was $6.99 and NO FLAVOR Cons: Bun on pulled pork was burnt, had to wait a long time... Thinking they would remake, NOPE, now my fries & meat are cold and everyone at my table were just about done! Very very crowded, make reservations for dinner! Salad with Tri tip, good but served on metal try with paper... So my knife tore thru the paper, it was gross! read more

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I went with a couple of friends for a birthday. Waitress Rylee was great, drinks and appetizer came promptly. Friends split meat platter. I should have seen it coming when the Hatch Chile Grits were inedible. All of us and have never seen grits like this. My mistake was ordering the Shrimp and Grits when the plate arrived it was grit soup served with a large kitchen serving spoon. The shrimp was cooked well cooked, but the grit soup was ridiculous I have never seen grits this watery, but worse stirring the bowl I found congealed grits from bottom or sides of cook pan, the supposed tomato cream sauce was impossible to tell from the soup other than the color. Having ordered this dish in many Southern restaurants the nicest thing I would say is Fire the Supposed Cook, definitely can't be anyone claiming to be a chef. This was supposed to be great birthday dinner, thanks for nothing read more

Saturday evening was pretty packed and we had to wait 30-40 minutes for our table. Our server, Taylor was nice and friendly. As always, I love the food. I got my usual order of full rack baby back ribs with garlic mashed potatoes and coleslaw. read more

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They've got downhill big time! We haven't been in months and decided to have lunch last Friday. The place was dead and the server lacked life! We waited 20 minutes to be acknowledged once seated. Finally placed our order and waiting another 10 minutes for soft drinks. We should have left then but we stayed and our food came out and it was awful! We each had the two item meat combo and paid extra for brisket that was pure fat pieces! So gross! The biscuits were like rocks, the Mac and cheese cold, ribs were blah. Don't waste your time or money! You will be disappointed guaranteed. Never again! read more

Place is horrible. It's like buffet food that you only get one trip. Ribs are rubbery. Potatoes are dry. What happened? Place was mostly empty on a Saturday night. It won't be long til it closes. read more

The food was quite disappointing. The ribs had very little meat on them, the chicken was a bit over done, the brisket was a little chewy and had no flavor, the potato salad, macaroni, and premium fries were ok, beans were good but way too much sugar, the sauces had too much sugar too. I love sugar just like anyone else but there was way too much sugar. Service was good. I won't comment on the ambience because the place was jam-packed with loud people yelling to be heard - I guess that's good for Lucille's. This was our date night out and we spent almost $100 which would be ok if the food and experience was good. I remember years ago loving Lucille's. However, I doubt that I'll return as there are other rodeos in town. read more

This was our second visit to Lucille's. We were excited to try it again. It was nice to be welcomed in by the friendly hostess. The atmosphere was also welcoming with southern paraphernalia. Our waitress Maddy stole the show with her attentiveness and personality. We tried the brisket and were very delighted with its texture including the pink smoke ring and cross cut. Great job! We ordered ribs and more ribs. They were very delicious, juicy and tender with a nice crust. I recommend the spicy BBQ sauce. The Mac and cheese and beans were our favorite sides. Thanks Lindsay for the invite. I will definitely be back again and again. read more

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This was probably our 8th visit to Lucille's and it has been hit and miss for a while. Was craving ribs for Father's Day so we decided to risk it at Lucille's. The wait was only 20 minutes and we were seated in Sky's area. Sky walks up and the vibe is perfect. Drink orders taken and good banter going on. We are told they are doing a limited menu and I totally appreciate that on a busy day. Ordered a feast for 6 with Brisket. Drinks were refilled without asking and the food service was timed perfectly. Salad came out cold and ribs came out hot. Sides were generous portions. In talking to Sky it looks like the Cheesecake Factory loss is Lucille's gain. Normally I don't like dropping that much money at Lucille's because the food and service is so hit and miss. But I can say that we will definitely be back sooner and will request Sky's section. The food tastes better when the service is fantastic. Thanks Sky for a great dinner. read more

I loved the southern esthetic of the restaurant & the smell of barbecue that filled the place. I've heard a lot about Lucille's & finally had to try it. We were a party of 4 adults and 3 toddlers & when we showed up it was a full house and we waited about 45 minutes before being seated. Once we were seated our waitress Riley tended to us and she was super polite & her service was exceptional. As far as the food, the food came out in a timely manner and for the most part we enjoyed it. I ordered a rack of ribs with a side of French fries & sautéed vegetables & I paired it with the table side Lucille's bbq sauce (which tasted amazing) & the only thing I can say the ribs is I wished it was more tender but still satisfying. Overall the experience was a good one & will return for future bbq cravings. read more

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