I have been a fan of Salty's BBQ since I had their food at the Cruizin' Shine car show. I really love that their owner, Jeff, is very supportive of military veterans, local law enforcement, and the community as a whole. This location of Salty's is off White Lane. There is a large parking lot with plenty of parking. As you pull up you'll see their smokers in front. They also have a drive thru. Walking in you'll pass through the big patio, but they also have a small indoor area that was nice and cool with AC. I ordered online and came by for a pick up. I had their Brisket and Pulled Pork Combo ($19.50 for ¼ combo) which came with a side so I opted for the Spicy Mac n Cheese, and a Pyrenees Roll, and BBQ on the side. Yum! When I opened the togo container the box was generously stuffed with food. It was definitely more food than I could handle but I eagerly ate as much as I could. Both the brisket and the pulled pork were fantastic. I like that they kept the bbq sauce on the side for my order so I could pour it or dip it when I was read to eat it. The mac and cheese was also tasty. Just a kick of spice but not too spicy. Love Salty's! I'll definitely be back and try more of their menu. I also hear they are opening a third location soon. All my best to the business! read more

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Oh wow! I just knew these cookies would be amazing and they are. The double chocolate cookies are bomb!! Plus 3 cookies . read more

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Drive thru times are not good. Way too long Food is delicious Prices are a little high for the portion size but have had higher elsewhere. MAJOR problem is at end of day they always run out of food like Mac and cheese or tri tip or briscuit and when you drive over at 6 pm for dinner when they close at 7pm. That's very disappointing and this has happened multiple times. A food restaurant should not be running out of food because they are losing money from the customer as a couple times. I have turned around and just walked off and went somewhere else for dinner. The food itself is delicious. Bread is good. Mac and cheese is phenomenal and meats are good and the food is always consistently GOOD read more

I'm a long time fan of Salty's. Their BBQ has always been next level. The house bbq sauce has the perfect tang and is crafted to pair perfectly with their BBQ. I can't get enough of their tri-tip, but everything is great and worth getting. If it's your first time, do yourself a favor and get a nice assortment from one of their combo platters. I stopped by on "Friday Night Cruizin'" with some buddies. "Friday Night Cruizin'" is a car show they host every first and third Friday at their White Lane location. The first Friday tends to be their larger showing, so I definitely recommend stopping by then. I grabbed a Salty's classic, the "pig sandwich", on this visit with extra coleslaw on the side. I can never have enough of their slaw. The folks behind the counter and on the grill are always so friendly. The vibe is always great. I am a big fan of the old school railroad passenger car you order in and can dine in is always a highlight. With the weather being so nice right now, we enjoyed their spacious patio before taking a lap to check out all the cool cars. It's always a good time at Salty's, especially on "Friday Night Cruizin'" nights. read more

Salty's BBQ & Catering - The pig sandwich - Caterers Near Me - Bakersfield, California

How are you gonna not complete someone's order and expect them to discover it once they got back home. We spent more money in gas going back for the food that we had already paid for that they forgot to include in our order. I could expect this from a Taco Bell or McDonalds but not a place like Salty's. Do better. We're pretty fkn pissed our food is cold now from having to go back to get the rest of our order. read more

Salty's BBQ & Catering - Caterers Near Me - Bakersfield, California

I should've known going to a place like this where it says barbecue, but I assume that I could eat all of the sides at a barbecue place like I have done before. But all of the sides had ingredients in them that I could not eat. So I said there and my boyfriend ate food and I think I tried the mac & cheese, but it was pretty bad. Of course, the area where you eat is outside so there was flies everywhere. It just wasn't good for me. But I'm sure others like it. After talking to my boyfriend, he said he probably wouldn't come back because everything made him really bloated and uncomfortable. Other similar places have not made him feel that way. read more

Salty's BBQ & Catering - Caterers Near Me - Bakersfield, California

The food was amazing I'm from Sacramento I came down here for my 40th birthday and was recommended this place for some good bbq and I was not disappointed there coleslaw was amazing beans where a southern style n there Mac n cheese just wow the right amount of spice only thing bad I would have to say is the size of the tri tip sandwich n pulled pork sandwich where on the smaller side but where amazing them ribs fire will definitely be taking some back home with me if it makes the trip seating was inside or out with misters out side good ambiance read more

Salty's BBQ & Catering - Foood - Caterers Near Me - Bakersfield, California

We decided to stop here for a quick bite since they have a nice patio with misters. We had our dog and wanted to make sure she was comfortable. I only took a picture of my husband's sandwich and I forgot mine. I ordered the brisket and tri-tip to share with my son. It was delicious! 8/19/25 read more

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I avoid bbq places bc I don't eat pork or red meat but majority ruled and we came here for lunch on a Friday. It was busy since it was noon. You go into the "building" to order which is an old bus, I think. It's kinda cramped but there's seating inside so you're all up in people's faces while they're eating as you order. We opted to eat outside where there were lots of gnats or some small insects flying around. We ordered a family meal and some of us got our own personal plates. I got their chicken sandwich which comes on a buttered toast/bun- it was good. The meat wasn't dry. The rest of the fam seemed to enjoy their food. You can ask for water cups if you don't feel like drinking soda. If you want to go shopping for workwear next door, you can show your receipt for, I believe, 10% off. read more

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Came on a Thursday at lunch. Very cool set up being inside the train car. You order at the counter inside and they have a big outdoor patio area where there's also the soda fountain and bathrooms and the big smokers/cookers for the meats. There is a small interior are for seating. It was a cold day so we luckily got a table inside. They had a steady flow of customers but we ordered and had our food quick. It was nice to know it's a genuine quick service restaurant and you can come for lunch on a lunch break and not have to wait very long. I ordered the combo plate of 1/2 pound brisket and pulled pork and green beans as my side. It's expensive for sure at about $28 for that plate but I planned to make it into two meals and save half. It's also super high quality meat, you get what you pay for so I have no problem splurging when the quality is there. We had a long lunch meeting and felt full the rest of the afternoon! We will be back Oh also saw they have a drive thru which I didn't realize! I'll be utilizing that in the future read more

Been coming here for years eating at this bbq place! I can say it's the best bbq place in Bakersfield! Nothing else beats this place when it comes down to their brisket! Very delicious! Service was awesome! Tons of seats to sit down and eat! read more

First time trying salty's online order pickup. I was amazed! The food tasted hot and fresh, it didn't disappoint at all. Would definitely order for pickup again for dinner. read more

Salty's BBQ & Catering - 1/2 lb. Brisket 1/2 Rack of Pork Spare Ribs Pyrenees roll - Caterers Near Me - Bakersfield, California

Honestly I used to be a big fan of this bbq spot. Up until recently it's been just not good to me. I ordered a tri tip and rib combo. The ribs has almost no meat in them and they were burnt. although the mac and cheese is still good. the last few times i've came it's just been down hill. read more

Salty's BBQ & Catering - Beef Ribs (2) - Caterers Near Me - Bakersfield, California

Pork ribs were good. Smokey, well flavored and cooked. Potato salad and spicy mac are meh. I've had better, Ive had worse. Waited in line and got to the front and instead of asking us to wait a moment the person working continued to go back and forth, writing things down, not even looking up. Having worked in service jobs it takes one second to make someone feel seen. Outside area is much nicer than inside but given Bako is hot, sitting inside with the limited space would be best. Pretty cramped and claustrophobic feeling but I can understand the appeal and kind of old car diner, nostalgia feel. I'm rating purely based on the food. You can skip the rest mostly by just going to the drive thru. read more

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We had a friend come into town and wanted BBQ and decided to stop by. We ordered the brisket sandwich with spicy mac and cheese and also the platter that included chicken, ribs and potato salad as the side. Food was good, although not the best BBQ I've had. Service was great. The people who helped us were nice. At this location, there is the option to sit indoors, which is nice considering it was a warm day. There is also the option to sit outdoors as well. read more

Salty's BBQ & Catering - Potato Salad BBQ Sauce Chicken & Ribs Combo Pyrenees roll - Caterers Near Me - Bakersfield, California

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I used to live here for so long and FINALLY decided to try this place out! Shout out to the staff for being so helpful after I told them it was my first time here. I ended up ordering 1/2 lb Brisket and 1/2 lb Pulled Pork with a roll and spicy Mac and man this was delicious!! Very tender and flavorful. I was definitely full and I highly recommend you check them out. The 1/2 options are definitely shareable as it is a lot of food! read more

Salty's BBQ & Catering - 1/2 lb. Brisket and 1/2 lb. Pulled Pork with a roll and spicy Mac. - Caterers Near Me - Bakersfield, California

Great BBQ! I got brisket & ribs. Really great, especially the sauce. Getting beef and pork ribs was a good comparison. I usually get pork but their beef was outstanding! Definitely coming back! read more

The chicken has very good flavor and the tri tip too. The wait is never very long and the people are nice.

Nope , still the toughest ribs in southern california , should sell them as hacksaw blades , chicken was settng a while , had the ive been here a while taste and temperature. 3rd trip and the last , I will not waste any more money here for fake BBQ , no more , so many wannabe BBQ places and this is one of them. Not worth the gas or money , ever. read more

The food is a hit...every time! I sometimes wonder about restaurants and food chains that are able to consistently land a 5 star worthy meal every single time. (I'm talking about Salty's) These guys know BBQ like a quarter back knows their playbook. I can honestly say I've never had a bad meal from this place. The service is also great but then again you get what you pay for. The vibe is pull up a seat, chill out, get messy and talk to complete strangers about how good the food is. I really enjoy coming here. If you need a recommendation try any of the sandwiches combos, you can't miss. read more

I want to take a moment to recognize the incredible experience I had at Salty BBQ. This was my first time visiting this barbecue place, and I was beyond impressed. Eli went above and beyond from the moment we walked in. I had a lot of questions, and he took the time to explain everything, helped me choose the right combos for my family, and made sure we felt confident in our order. His knowledge, patience, and genuine customer service truly stood out. Honestly, Eli and the entire crew are amazing. Employees like him deserve recognition and appreciation--they clearly know what they're doing and take pride in their work. The food, the service, and the overall experience were top-notch. Anytime I'm back in Bakersfield, I will definitely be stopping by again for barbecue. Thank you all, and keep up the great work! read more

One of the best restaurants in the city. The atmosphere is cozy, and the menu has a lot of interesting options. Will definitely be coming back soon read more

Absolutely love this place! Delicious food every time. A bit pricey but worth it I think.

Loved this place! Great food and quick service!! Had the brisket!! It was amazing!! Great atmosphere too!! read more

Finally got to try the tri tip sandwich here and it was good not great but good. Service was great as expected and the outside seating is a vibe. Overall pretty good. read more

I have a nephew from L.A., and he is a big fan of Guy Fieri's Diners Drive-Ins. and Dives. He wanted to try Salty's Bbq after watching the episode they were featured on. So we took him here along with his parents when they visited us. There are two locations. We took them to the location on White Lane because they have indoor seating, and it was hot the day they dropped by so we all wanted air conditioning. Salty's Sampler Platter is what the 5 of us shared. It came with Pulled Pork, Tri-Tip, Chicken, Beef Ribs, Pork Ribs, Brisket, and Hot LInks. We deovoured it all. Not a single leftover piece of meat was left after we were through with it. I asked my nephew if it met his expectations or if he was disappointed. He said that Guy did not let him down. He gave Salty's a 5 stars Thumbs UP. I liked all the meats too. I was not as enthusiastic as he was. Still, I felt that it was a good meal. Wouldn't mind coming back again. It is a terrific place to especially take out of town guests to. Give them a taste of a local Bakersfield restaurant that has been featured nationally. Cool ambiance both inside and outside the restaurant is a plus too. read more

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Food was good! Service pretty friendly, the ambiance was also ok. I would go back again

Service was very nice our server was super patient and welcoming to the table we loved her energy! But the food was not the best tasting sorry pal read more

We were passing by on our way to Sacramento & although it was about 20 min out of our way, I wanted to stop and so glad we did. Great customer service, the best bbq brisket I've ever had, the chicken was delicious & so was they coleslaw. Parking was no problem & the aroma from the outdoor smoker/grill is out of this world. Also, the prices are not bad at all. read more

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After the last stop of an extended work road trip, Salty's came up on Yelp as a lunch place that was only 800 feet away! I'll attribute that to Divine providence. I ordered a brisket sandwich with BBQ sauce, coleslaw, and mac & cheese. The brisket was cooked perfectly - tender and flavorful. The BBQ sauce was delicious, and the bread, a "Pyrenees roll", was fantastic. It was toasted and buttered (maybe garlic butter). The coleslaw and mac & cheese were also very good. The train cabin and the outdoor covered picnic dining area all add to the BBQ party vibe, and the service was super-prompt. read more

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Amazing atmosphere, good vibe that has good nostalgia. I recommend if you're in the area. Live music, good seating under an awning. Honestly 4.5 rating, nothing fancy just good food. read more

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I have to say, this is one of the best BBQ places in town. The food is always amazing, the staff is friendly and helpful and they keep the place clean. Highly recommend the tri-tip, brisket, and pulled pork. I also love the potato salad. One caveat, it can be warm because a majority of the searing is outdoors so just know that in the summer months. They have some seating inside their old train car which is fun. read more

Tried the BBQ and you can tell there's good quality and effort behind it--the meat was tender and cooked well. The only downside for me was the salt level, which was a bit overpowering and took away from the natural flavors. With a better balance, this place could easily be a go-to spot read more

So we drove up from Ventura to the bbq. Our experience was great from the moment we arrived. Meet the owner and he gave us his recommendation and what was featured on DDD. Loves the sandwich that is the featured meal and even go a combo. Every thing was delicious. The owner Jeff and his wife were super sweet and we chatted for a bit. My husband really appreciated the Coke Zero option on the soda machine as that's a hard soda to find for a diabetic. And the restrooms were clean and let's be honest a clean restroom is very important. read more

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Two words: jalapeño mac&cheese! maybe that's 3 words? Anyway it's delicious. Their bbq is delicious. Service is quick. read more

Omg my buddy and I are in Bakersfield for a convention he love bbq and found this place. The meat is very well seasoned and super juicy. My sister and got the brisket and ribs combo that came with both beef and pork ribs. Oh yes! I'm usually not a sauce guy but the sauce here enhances the ribs that is on the meat! I think I'm gonna get some to take home!! read more

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Salty's BBQ is one of my favorite bbq spots in California hands down! It never disappoints and I've brought a few friends here over the years and they absolutely love it. It's a favorite of locals but also well worth the travel to dine here if you're passing through the area. I found this spot because of Diners, Drive Ins, and Dives. Knew I had to give this spot a try given how amazing the food looked and for the stellar reviews. It's definitely a 5 star Yelp casual dining bbq restaurant. I love everything about this place, the food, the ambiance, prices are reasonable, and the staff are friendly. The staff here are always very nice and helpful. Sometimes bbq spots can be a little intimidating for us gals with all of the bbq pit masters and male energy running through the place but everyone that works here is nice and patient with you if your not a regular bbq connoisseur. They've always been kind when I've ordered at the register and I like that they bring out your food to you vs having people crowd around the front to claim their food. They have a good system going. Nice people. I love the indoor and outdoor concept for dining. On a warm day sitting outside on their shaded patio is really nice and comfortable. They have a good amount of benches and tables, so even when this spot gets busy we find a place to sit. Inside is actually adorable as it's an old train car that they've made into a small sit down restaurant style. Super cool for kids or if you're just trying to stay indoors. My all time favorite dish here is the saltys special sandwich. It's a 10/10 and everytime I recommend it people fall in love with it! The saltys special is tri tip, pulled pork, peppers, bbq sauce, and coleslaw on a delicious hoagie roll. It's the perfect hot/cold sandwich combo. Beyond flavorful and delicious. I get this sandwich hold the peppers and then grab an extra side of bbq sauce. I'm telling you, you have to try this. For side dishes I actually think their coleslaw is the hands down best side here and the beans are a close second. Even though the coleslaw is so good it already comes on the salty special sandwich so for that reason I usually go with the beans or the spicy Mac and cheese as a side. Love this place and definitely worth adding to your Yelp Kern County bucket list. read more

Salty's BBQ & Catering - Caterers Near Me - Bakersfield, California

Usually don't have a problem with salty's. Always order a salty's special when I go. Went through drive thru, drove home happy to eat my sandwich. When I open the box I start taking some coleslaw out with a fork, when I notice the longest hair coming out of the sandwich stuck around the fork. Called them and they said sorry and offered to remake it. Just asked them to comp it since my appetite was ruined and I didn't want to have to drive back. So be warned if you order a sandwich make sure there is no hairs in it before taking a bite. read more

Salty's BBQ & Catering - Extremely long hair found in salty special sandwich. - Caterers Near Me - Bakersfield, California

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I love Saltys but i got it for takeout and it was really good up until i got to the bone, and then I tried to eat around it but it started to taste like blood when i ate the pink parts so I stopped. was kinda disappointed that i spent so much money. read more

Salty's BBQ & Catering - chicken - Caterers Near Me - Bakersfield, California

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I had ordered 40 sandwiches for work, 10 days prior to pick up. This order had been paid for and confirmed ($800). When calling the Rosedale location , we were directed to White Ln. White Ln didn't have the order. They sent us back to Rosedale. In the meantime I had 40 hungry people waiting an hour for food. I'll never place a large order with Saltys again. They can't get anything right!! read more

Salty's BBQ & Catering - Finally!! - Caterers Near Me - Bakersfield, California