The small Tri-tip sandwich is pretty big. Great smoked flavor. Their sauce is also great. read more

Probably been here 20 times over the years when in town for work. As part of that tradition I've always gotten the tri tip sandwich cooked to either medium or medium rare. The taste and quality of the meat is always consistent and I like the warm bbq sauce in the cauldron. I've also tried a few items with others that have visited with me and probably enjoyed the pastrami second best from the menu. Service is always friendly and efficient. This may sound random but they have a great assortment of chips as well. Easy parking options in the lot or on the street nearby. I look forward to my next visit! read more

WHY WE WENT HERE: - work lunch THE LOOK (FROM THE OUTSIDE): - located on the triangle corner of Broadway St, W 6th St, and Commercial St - limited parking lot parking, but available street parking THE LOOK (FROM THE INSIDE): - hole in the wall joint - order and pay first, seat yourself, food is brought to your table (if dining in) THE MENU: - sandwiches - other items - sandwich combo's - Porster Street special's - just the meats - sides - drinks WHAT I ORDERED: - chili sourdough bread bowl THE TASTE: - toasted sourdough was better than the chili - chili could have had more textures and flavors; pretty one-note and very heavy CUSTOMER SERVICE: - warm and welcoming read more

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Very good place to go eat ribs. Staff is great. Best service, the food at Porter Street barbecue is very good. read more

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Best BBQ is California! I am hoping to take my girlfriend there and how it compares to KC BBQ. Sampler is worth it!

For 20 years I have gone to Porter Street BBQ, and most of the time it has been fine. The day before a holiday in 2025, I ordered my usual. That time the chicken was extremely over cooked and dry. Instead of a holiday meal, I made chicken salad. Holidays are hard enough, but none of the deli places had any dark meet turkey, thus I got chicken instead. When I called to ask what happened to the chicken that person (end of 2025) said sorry, "it must have been left over." That is an honest answer. Mistakes happen. I get it. Fast forward to today. I got my order and got home to eat the wing and drum, and it was dried out and not moist like when it is properly cooked. Dipped in BBQ sauce it was ok. One thing I hate is dried out chicken. The thigh and breast were also extremely dried out. Obviously, it was overcooked. When I called in a very nice voice to ask how I can get it not dried out next time. The person Carie who said she was a supervisor, started making excuses and talking down to me in a bit of a condescending voice saying, "well it IS cooked on a BBQ grill outside." I said, "I know that. I have been coming there for many years." Then she started making some other lame excuse and this caused my temper to rise. JUST SAY YOU ARE SORRY. Shocked by this treatment I asked if she (CAREY) was really the supervisor and she said, "Do you want to talk to the owner?" and I said yes. She said loudly, "There is a very angry lady on the phone" and THAT MADE ME FURIOUS, so I hung up. SHE (CAREY) was the cause of my anger when I was talking nicely, and my voice was calm until she started making excuses. Perhaps, Carey needs to go to Supervisor Customer Service Training as I have been a supervisor, and I NEVER talk to customers in that way. Stick a fork in me as I am overdone. read more

Location is convenient near our motel while staying in town, but we called ahead of time to ask about gluten free options and were told all their sauces are made with soy sauce (which has wheat). read more

This place was recommended to us by someone from our moving company so had to try it. I sampled some meats. Tri tip (5): the lady at the counter said anything tri tip is what to get here. I agree. Their tri tip is thinly sliced and super flavorful and tender. Had it in a sandwich and a la carte. They have a nice condiments bar so you can top your sando with anything you like. Get the tri tip! Beef rib (4): this was good but definitely not the standout. Hot link (3): pretty standard fare here. They did sprinkle some of their rub on it which I thought wasn't needed. Clam chowder (4): worth a mention. Theirs is super creamy and thick. Good number of clams inside too. The people here were very down to earth and it seemed a lot of locals like this place. I didn't get much smoke flavor on any of their meats but the tri tip was excellent. Overall, would come here again just for their tri tip! read more

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The place was empty, so empty I didn't think it was even open....but we were greeted right as we walked in by a friendly young lady... there were a couple young guys in the kitchen area. My husband and I ordered the Dank burger that comes with tri-tip and a burger patty... both were dry and salty to me... I did put a heated up bbq sauce on it which helped moisten it up a bit Since it was so quiet in there, and all that was there was the younins working, you could hear them talking about their days and how they were quitting one job and working another and profanities back-and-forth wasn't too enjoyable neither . read more

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Absolutely Amazing! Best sandwich place ever! We drive from out of town to eat here! The best tri -tip sandwich and Macaroni salad! The warm BBQ sauce you won't find better They are and have been consistent everytime! Their food has stayed just as good and really gracious portions since we started coming in 2004 ! They don't make excuses . They make the best food! The people who work there have always been friendly and kind! It doesn't matter if it different people from what it was years and years ago. Or the people today! This place is worth the drive. You won't find a better sandwich! The cooks always keep it the same! They are friendly too!' It's hot fresh and cooked right then! Thank you!! if there was a 10 star rating that's what I would give them! read more

First of all, I wanna give the staff 10 stars across the board. Absolutely lovely, delightful, fun, helpful and informative. I got the Dank Burger. I got barbecue sauce and thousand island on the side and the meat alone does not need a sauce. But I'm excited to enjoy it both ways. Macaroni salad was a great addition to this burger. Like if you forgot to make something last minute, come get some of that for your picnic or potluck. I will definitely be back to try more things. read more

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Service was polite and friendly , food came out quickly the feel of the place is old dinner kinda vibe prices are vary reasonable for the amount of food you receive also is really cool how the have a topping bar to add to the sandwich definitely worth trying out. read more

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I travel to a lot of small towns in the American west. Each time I come into a new town, I'll try a local BBQ place. They are almost always bad, but I never learn my lesson. I recently came into the small town of Eureka, California, a town I've been to a couple times before but this is the first visit where I went to Porter Street BBQ and it's pretty damn good. In fact, as I write this, I'm sitting here for me second visit in as many days. On the first visit, I ordered a sampler that included a beef rib, a pork rib, chicken breast, tri tip, garlic bread, and two more sides! Each item was wonderfully delicious. I can't think of a place where I have had better bbq (not including Arkansas and I haven't been to Texas or Oklahoma just yet). So, I'm back here now. This time, I just ordered a cheeseburger with Swiss cheese and potato wedges on the side. The burger was good too. Not as extraordinary as the BBQ, but pretty good. I gave the 5 stars for the BBQ, but the burger would be a 3. read more

I love PSB - the Heart Attack specifically is one of my favorite sandwiches of all time. This time I also ordered a pound of tri-tip and potato wedges for my kids to share. I was not a big fan of the wedges but my kids loved them. The inside of the restaurant was much cleaner than I remember in years past. The service was great - friendly and quick. read more

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We absolutely love this place every time we come up this area a stop is a must. The portions are very generous the food is great smoky, tender, juicy and the last time we were their the owner was their greeting the customers as she was in town for a wedding and she was so kind and friendly it was nice to see. read more

Why had I forgotten about this place? It's a tragedy that I hadn't been in so long. I stopped in today for some sandwiches. So so so good. We got tri tip and the heart attack. It couldn't have been tastier!!! You walk in and it smells like bbq heaven! Don't trust a bbq place that doesn't smell like bbq!!! Eat here! read more

The Pastrami sandwich was delicious, the bead was a little soggy but it didn't affect the sandwich at all. The macaroni salad was delicious too. The wife and I loved it. Definitely will go back, well worth the $54 (that's including tip for a large Pastrami combo w 2 sides and my wife small Pastrami combo w 1 side and 2 drinks. Don't for get the BBQ sauce and the extra napkins you'll need it. read more

Food is always made to perfection! Service is friendly and nostalgic really gives mom and pop BBQ feels in an automated world, ambiance is come relax enjoy your food play a game and just enjoy, something I can really appreciate. Plus all my preggo lady's they will sell you pickles to go. read more

Great food, got a full rack of pork ribs, macaroni salad and a sausage sandwich! The ribs had a great dry rub and the BBQ sauce that it came with was delicious! The sausage sandwich had a bit of a kick and very well seasoned. Macaroni salad was creamy and delicious. Definitely recommend! read more

The hand pressed burger was very good. I would recommend this place for the burger and the smoked chicken. We ordered the Sampler. The sides I will say are pretty horrendous. I really liked the cold bar for dressing my burger. Good service. read more

I've always loved the tri-tip sandwiches at Porter Street, but their BBQ sauce doesn't get enough hype. Lately I've been stopping in just to get containers of the BBQ sauce to use for cooking at-home bbq. Today I'm pretty sure it was one of the owners working the register. She mentioned to someone else her husband was working the BBQ pit outside. She was so nice! It always feels extra good to support a local, family business, but especially one that has such tasty recipes. read more

My husband and I always stop in here when traveling through Eureka. We always order the tri tip, potato salad and the coleslaw. Always AMAZING! And the BBQ sauce is the best. read more

So! I am In Eureka for a couple of days and I had a Craving for some BBQ I was driving past this Place Porters BBQ it looked good so I thought I'd give it a try it was about 3pm in the afternoon. As I entered the establishment i got worried as There was not one person in there eating, but as I said it was 3pm well after Lunch a a tad bit before dinner, i was approached by a young lady at the front counter asked if she could help me , I said I wanted to view the menu for a moment, after looking at the menu I asked if they had any meat combinations she said yes I could pick one of the meats and add two sides, so I repeated asked again if they had and "Meat" combinations you know like a Rib and Trp-tip combo, she said I could add an extra side .. i told I don't think you understand what I was talking about, and said that I would figure it out. So I ordered some ribs and a 1lb of Tri tip, she asked how would I like my tri tip cooked I said medium. So I watched as the cook prepared my meats, ws on a grill in which he was cooking or heating my ribs and tri tip , by pouring water on them both. This was the worst Bbq that I have ever experienced in my life my meat looked like and taste like it was boiled in water my tri tip was actually Beef jerky, I am sorry I do not know where the BBQ Joint that is expressed in some of the previous reviews, should have followed my instincts and ran right out of that place when I saw how not busy they were!! Horrible, Horrible, Horrible! read more

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The absolute best beef ribs I have ever eaten! Each bite was like eating a piece of ribeye. And salted / seasoned to perfection. The pork ribs were decent. I never really eat pork ribs much except baby back which they don't have so it's hard for me to judge how good they are. On a personal level they tasted okay - nothing near as good as the beef ribs. read more

Good food, i had the burger with the tri tip it was goid. I also tried the link, smoked right and excellent

Good food everytime, I love the chicken sandwich. Salad bar/condiments have good options and prices aren't that bad! Service is eh but not bad. read more

I have always loved coming to Porter Street. The sandwiches haven't always been the best but they're very good. One of the things I love the most about Porter Street as a customer service. It's top-notch it all honesty. I've only had one bad experience in all of my times going there, and they quickly rectify the situation read more

Local favorite! Survived the pandemic, great food, amazing service, come feel like family while eating freshly made every day locally sourced meat, u can smell the oak wood bbq from blocks away. read more

I had a sliced pork sandwich. It was well seasoned, possibly too salty for some, but not me. I really enjoyed the sandwich with their hot bbq sauce. On the flip side the potatoe salad was horrendous! My son and I both thought it had a carbonated feel on the tongue, almost like it might be going bad. The chili was barely subpar as well. For a bbq joint I would have thought the sides would be on point and they were not. I don't normally write reviews but I'm hoping the owners will read this and create some more appetizing sides. Service was excellent though, very nice girls up front that greeted us as soon as we walked in read more

I hated BBQ before I was introduced to this place. They have the best Tri-tip sandwiches I've ever had with the best BBQ sauce. I've moved to Oregon and I dream about their food! It's the best. Please open one in Oregon I'd be there all the time! read more

Arguably Best burger in Eureka. Big delicious grass fed burger cooked to order. Not a ton of thrills just a great combo of meat and cheese and ur choice of standard sides. The tri tip is classic and always awesome. They have warm homemade bbq available and its unforgettable and a must on everything. read more

I love their chicken sandwich and their chili is the best around. Always get the chili as a side. Have heard their soups, especially clam chowder is great also!! The counter people are always so friendly and helpful with questions. Good place to eat or take out. Love the little quiz cards on the table. A unique fun feature. read more

Went today and bought the dank burger and wedges, to go. Everything was burned and i didn't see it until I got home. Asked for the tritip to be medium rare. It was well done. The burger was burned. The wedges were stale like they were feom tolwo days ago and reheated. They were burned too. I have been there before when it was good. Im hoping today was a fluke. read more

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I was referred to this place when I announced I would be in the Humboldt area. I was told, this place has some of the best BBQ ....EVER. Well damn, I don't know about EVER, but yeah, really glad I decided to give this place a shot. When I walked in, a little taken back. This place looks old...not sure if on purpose, or, it's just old. And it was DEAD quiet too when we got here. Got a little nervous. But told, DONT be scared, try it. Lol. When our food came out....wow. First off, a LOT of food. I ordered their tri-tip sandwich. And it was bigger than my head. Talk about meat overload! It was also hot. The bread was buttered and toasted. And the meat came dry, and seasoned. And that's it. In my picture I added a few things. But there is a salad bar area to dress your food how you like. Among the amazing presentation of food. It was also crazy delicious. Perfectly seasoned. It really didn't need anything. Not even BBQ sauce. THAT good. As far as the other things. Although this place has creatively old decor. It was still clean. Well kept simple establishment. The food is a little pricey. But definitely worth the value. Nobody will go hungry here. The service was friendly and patient. Plenty of parking as well. As far as amenities. Lol. There are none. No bar. No alcohol. No TVs. No nothing. Just sit down, shut up, and enjoy your food. Lol. I don't know what else to say. I will definitely come back here the next time I'm around here. Absolutely read more

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Great Dry Rub Ribs This is a old school smoke house nothing fancy No Beer or Wine But Great BBQ read more

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Wow! I really like their home made bbq sauce! Ordered chicken and tri tip sandwiches. Big enough lots of meat inside! Will be back for sure! read more

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Stopped in Eureka for the night. Didn't know what to expect. OMG. SO good. Best sandwhich in years. (Tri tip/ pastrami.) and half a chicken. Everyone was so nice. Great, great food. Get here. read more

Always a must when visiting Eureka. Family and friends remember this place even years later for the awesome Tritip sandwiches read more

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When a bbq joint does not drench their meat in sauce, you know that you are in a good place. The chicken has got really good smoke flavor. The pastrami is decent as well. The beef rib has a good flavor even tho it's not pulled. Service is warm and homie. I enjoyed my experience here. read more

Great Food! Tri-tip sandwiches are always my go to. They have the best BBQ Sauce in Eureka! The service is great, did a pick up call and they got everything ordered perfectly straight which was a relief since it was a big order. Didn't eat in this time, but last time I did it was a great family friendly place! read more