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    Smoke & Glory

    4.3 (202 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
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    Dogs allowed
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    Mescal Old-Fashioned
    Maher S.

    We had to check out this place and of course we were blown away by the delicious food and vibes of Smoke & Glory. I had the Brisket Flatbread which I fell in love with. My friend had the chicken one and my other friend bad the Pork BBQ and he said "This is the BBQ I have ever had." Of course the service was amazing and Patty was awesome! I highly recommend this place whenever you are in Chula Vista, CA.

    smoked pork rib plate with mac n cheese and potato salad
    Yuliana A.

    Absolutely loved this place and very happy with both the food and service. We came in on 4th of July, so it wasn't busy at all. We sat at the bar, so we placed our order with the bartender who was extremely kind and friendly. Unfortunately, the food did take about 20 minutes to come out and when it finally did, there was a misunderstanding with our order and one incorrect item was brought out. The bartender handled it amazingly and offered us another round of drinks on her for the mistake. We were very impressed and grateful for the way it was handled and the correct item was brought out pretty quickly after that. The brisket burrito was so flavorful and absolutely stuffed! The pork ribs were some of the best I've had and just fell off the bone. We were so full, but the food was just so amazing that we couldn't stop eating! My only complaint about the food would be the mac n cheese. It tasted just like Kraft box mac so that was disappointing. With how delicious the rest of the food was, I definitely feel like they could change it and elevate it a bit. Overall, I'm looking forward to coming here again when we're in town and trying some different items on the menu. The setting seems like a great, casual place for watch parties where you can enjoy great food while watching some of your favorite teams.

    Half Smoked BBQ Pork Ribwith 2 Small Sides
    Anthony T.

    First time dining at smoke & glory and I came in before the dinner rush. Got seated right away with my choice of table or bar. My server was Patty who did an excellent job making sure my drink was always full and very attentive, 5/5 service! Food was okay, I didn't care too much for the pork ribs and mac and cheese but the kielbasa, sweet potato fries were good. Wouldn't get that combo again and would try a different meat, food 3/5. Ambience is pretty chill, multiple TVs that had World Cup and baseball game. Both indoor and outdoor seating, I'd come back again to try something else on the menu!

    Mikey H.

    I am on summer break and when one of my long time friends, who I met at my first school teaching, said let's meet up for lunch, I said let's go to 3rd Ave. We kinda wandered around and since she lives in the area, she mentioned that a new BBQ place opened next to Farmer's Table. So we walked over to look. No one approached us at the hostess stand, so we wandered over to the BBQ side. The workers all said hello and we could sit anywhere we wanted. You don't have to twist my arm! Johanna brought us some water and said to take our time since we told her it was our first time here. There's some good choices on the menu, but like Emmet mentioned, I too expected to see brisket and tri-tip as entrees. But we decided to ordered a few things in order to try them out. The nachos with chicken were great! I love me some Velveeta! The way it melts and its creaminess...so good! We then had the Garden Salad, which was new on the menu. So new, Johanna didn't know about it either...LOL! Love the presentation and the strawberries and pomegrante seeds really pull the rest together. Also very healthy, which we loved. We also had the brisket flatbread. This was soooooo good! The flavors worked well together. Though Tami asked for no cilantro, it was still good! I did wonder about with it, so maybe next time! I also had to have the creamy mac n cheese. So good and healthy...LOL! We also ordered the Mesquite & Stone cocktail...Bacardi coconut rum, peach schnapps, pineapple juice, honey syrup, lime juice, delicious and refreshing! Johanna was great! Checked in with us often, but knew we were catching up. I am looking forward to coming back! They have a variety of areas to eat at and their patio is dog friendly

    Yu S.

    Well overall, it was good. The beef rib was tender and meaty. The coleslaw had enough size on the cabbage to convince me that they actually made it. The mac and cheese was also good......but not amazing. It's like they put enough sauce to make it cheesy, but were afraid to make it too cheesy. The ribs were tender, but I found the flavor to be rather understated. There was so little seasoning that I asked for salt and pepper. The barbecue sauce on it was also kinda plain. For a place called Smoke and Glory, I found it to be not smoky at all and very "safe" in the presentation of its flavors. This is unusual because my most common complaint about ribs are that they had good umami, but were too tough. They seem to try to sell this kielbasa sausage to everyone. Aside from the large size, it was just okay. I wasn't the biggest fan of the texture. The toast that comes with it is also fine, but nothing spectacular. I might actually like this more as a bar than a BBQ joint. It's true that the Farmer's Table next door seems to get far better business while it's open and really sticks out. However, once you turn the corner at the wall, Smoke & Glory immediately feels like its own hideout and also has a unique vibe. I also liked the blueberry old fashioned I ordered. It was rather sweet for an old fashioned, but sometimes I like sweet drinks also, so I found it to be perfect for my mood at the time.

    Big menu right out front
    Emy P.

    Came here for dinner on a Friday night with 3 other people and got seated right away. The exterior and interior had awesome metal art and had a good vibe. There's inside and outside seating available. It's right next to an Italian restaurant, Acqua E Farina, which we were told is owned the same people. Smoke & Glory opened up about 3 months ago and I think it's got a lot of potential and people just don't know about it yet, hence why it wasn't packed on a Friday night. Everything we had were tasty. The pork ribs was tender, juicy and fall off the bone. You can ask for their standard sauce or their habanero sauce to give it a little kick. The other food we ordered were fish tacos, mac & cheese, potato salad, beans and a burger. Everything was excellent and flavorful. Those beans were fireeee! You have to try them out. Our server, Frank, was attentive, friendly and really made our experience even more pleasant. There's a full bar and draft beers for extra bonus. TVs all around for those game nights. Our experience was so good that we've began spreading the word and will definitely be back again! Also, as far as parking, there's a parking structure for that shopping area so you should not have an issue.

    More ribs
    michelle s.

    OK, it's a baby here for at least two hours. There's so much food couldn't take all the pictures. Absolutely great service is super fast specially if how busy this place was she was crazy unfortunately they do not use separate bills so there was an issue with me on that, obviously y'all know, can you read my post a drink of the spot was absolutely awesome. Everybody was full of vibes Mexico City players game oh yeah.

    Yvette G.

    Came to watch the World Cup game and it was an amazing time!! They have an outdoor seating area and indoor, both perfect for hosting game night. The service has been incredibly quick despite how busy ! Food is great, will be coming back.

    Manuel S.

    First time at this new spot and I'm seriously impressed! A couple TVs outside and several more inside to catch all the sports, including the current FIFA games. The barbecue was legit - the pastrami sandwich had the perfect serving size. We also tried the pork ribs, Cali Burrito with brisket, and even a veggie burger with sweet potato waffle fries . If you're outside, flies can be a bit of a nuisance since it's an open-air venue, but there's also indoor seating with a full bar. Our server was prompt and never pushy, making us feel right at home. We definitely enjoyed our time watching one of our games, and they even have a happy hour special for FIFA games! #Impressions #Sports #Barbecue #Food #Venue #Service #HappyHour

    Bbq chicken, ribs and pulled pork sandwich

    Came here for happy hour and really enjoyed this place. It is right next to farmers table and there is plenty of parking in the back. I tried the bbq rib plate with 6 bones, the half bbq chicken plate and the pulled pork sandwich which comes with fries. All were good, but i prefer the rib plate over the bbq chicken. The sandwich was good. The sides I enjoyed were the coleslaw and the Mac and cheese. The side of beans was decent as well. We also ordered corn bread which was not on the menu ($15), but it was just okay....more sweet than I would like. Service was good. The only downside was that the benches outside were extremely uncomfortable. I hope they upgrade to better seating. The other was that we had to ask for the happy hour menu instead of it being offered initially.

    Jack M.

    I enjoyed a very good BBQ lunch from this new BBQ House in Chula Vista. I ordered the Beef Ribs Nachos, the Smoked Pork Spare Ribs, and an order of Wings. For my ribs, I had the side of onion rings and the Pork Belly Wings. The smoked ribs were great. The meat was super tender and fell off the bones easily. It was well seasoned and offer a nice smoke flavor. The penetration of the smoke was very evident based on the pinkish color of the meat. Great smoke ring. The onion rings were abundant and crispy. They came with whole onions inside and were tasty. The pork belly beans were good, but I would have liked a little more pieces of pork belly in the beans. As for the wings, the server recommended the Tamarindo Chiltepin sauce, which was a great choice. The flavor of the sauce was great. It was a little sweet and had a very good flavor. The wings were tender and meaty. The nachos were good. They definitely do not hold back on the toppings. The tortilla chips are made in house and are of the thicker casero variety or homemade. They were well seasoned. Did I love the idea of Velveta cheese on my nachos? Probably not, but it worked here. The cheese was creamy and easily ladled onto the tortilla chips. The nachos are definitely meant for sharing, given their size. The beef meat was very tender and tasty. The service was friendly. I liked that they took the time to make suggestions and go over the menu in a casual manner. It was not rushed, so I had to relax before I ordered. They are located right next door to Farmer's Table and Acqua E Farina and are open for lunch and dinner. They have a great happy hour, too. There's inside and outside seating available with plenty of television around for sports viewing. If you like corn hole, they have that too!

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    Emmett T.

    Smoke & Glory is located in a Chula Vista suite adjacent to a popular brunch restaurant. You can park in the structure behind the building where there were plenty of open spots. There was a large outdoor space with picnic tables if you wanted to dine al fresco. The inside seating featured ten high chairs around a bar along with tables and booths. The ambiance resembled a cross between a barn and a lodge. Happy Hour was offered between 2 and 5 pm daily. A separate menu was dedicated for that time period with discounts on twelve food choices, draft beers, well drinks, and cocktails. The main menu was divided into appetizers and BBQ plates in the left column. Burgers, sandwiches, a hot dog, and a burrito were in the middle of the page. Salads, flatbread, sides, and family combos made up the right column. To my disappointment, there were only three BBQ Plate choices... Smoked Chicken, Smoked BBQ Pork Rib, and Smoked BBQ Dino Beef Rib. Nearly every barbeque joint I have visited offers brisket and pulled pork by the pound. This place made those meats available only as a sandwich. It shouldn't be difficult to modify the menu to sell those two items a la carte or as part of a plate. My selection was the Smoked BBQ Dino Beef Rib (1 bone) plate which came with two small sides. I picked the Mac and Cheese and Pork Belly Beans. A metal tray was delivered to my table with pickled onions, a dill pickle, and a couple of pieces of bread as sides. The bone was large with plenty of sauced meat. The tenderness was okay, but I have experienced better "fall off the bone." The mac and cheese was creamy. The beans were contained in a salty, watery gravy that resembled a soup. The service was hit and miss as I placed my order at the bar when no server came by my table. The staff did check up on me after delivering the food. For the quality and price of what I tried, I gave a rating between three and four stars for Smoke & Glory.

    Smoke & Glory BBQ on F Street in Chula Vista, CA
    Olga M.

    First time trying Smoke & Glory BBQ located on F Street in Chula Vista, CA. The restaurant opened its doors in February of 2026 and it's next to Farmer's Table. Both restaurants have the same owner. Smoke and Glory BBQ is Kansas City style BBQ & NOT Texas style BBQ very different flavor. I prefer Texas style but there's a following in San Diego for Kansas City style BBQ. We really enjoyed the following and would order again: -TJ Nachos with beef ribs. It had pico de gallo, guacamole, jalapeños, velveeta cheese and Oaxacan cream (5/5) stars. -Bread Pudding dessert (5/5) stars it was OUTSTANDING! It had ice cream and blueberry sauce. A must try!! -Smoke BBQ Pork Ribs (6) with cole slaw and pork belly beans in BBQ sauce. The sides were excellent!! I'm not a fan of Kansas City style BBQ especially, their sauce. I found my rib order a bit dry, but you may enjoy this plate. I rate the ribs (4/5) stars. There's indoor and outdoor seating with screens TV's to watch your favorite sports game. They have a lot of room for large groups. Happy hour is daily from 2pm-5pm, $6 draft beers, $10 House Cocktails. We had excellent customer service by our server Jose and manager Denise who took the time to come over to make sure we enjoyed our dinner. The service was a 5/5 stars and restaurant was very clean. The staff worked together as a team to clean our table and refill our drinks which we really appreciated. Get $10 off your next visit when you sign up on their website to stay up to date with their specials, events, promotions etc. Go on their website for additional details. I look forward to going back and trying their flatbreads and BBQ sandwiches next time. There's free parking available behind the restaurant. Give this restaurant a try! Happy Yelping :)

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    Great service, friendly staff, and a very welcoming atmosphere. I had a great experience and would definitely recommend this place!

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    Fun outdoor patio spot to enjoy some delicious food. Our server, Santiago, was really friendly and attentive. Highly recommend.

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    Thank you Santiago for the amazing service during the USA game. Definitely coming back soon.

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    Good food reasonable prices. Fast service didn't have to wait long for food. Even got to taste the steak before ordering.

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    Slappy's Burgers & Brews

    Slappy's Burgers & Brews

    4.2
    (366 reviews)
    2.7 mi
    $$

    Talk about a pleasant surprise…read more The staff is attentive without hovering and the whole place has a very calm laid back vibe. Imagine your favorite dive bar with really good food and a small but well done kids menu. My daughter had their massive 1/4 slappy dog and we were surprised by how delicious everything was The wings were perfectly done were so pleasantly surprised this place is a gem of a find and we will absolutely be back again to try their burgers next

    TL,DR: Outstanding food, priced right, great service and great atmosphere…read more I had driven past this place a few times and the name always cracks me up, reminds me of Jim Carrey from Dumb and Dumber. My wife tricked me into going with her to Walmart to pick up some shit, so I got to pick the spot for lunch and this is what I picked. Got there about 2 PM on Good Friday and there were a few people there but nothing crazy. Got seated right away and ordered drinks, a Pacifico for me, Sprite for the wifey - got them right away. For food, I got a BBQ bacon cheeseburger with tots, wifey got a regular bacon cheeseburger with everything plus fries, and I was curious so I also got the $10 chocolate (fudge) shake. Shake was delivered first. Expectations were high, and I was not disappointed. The shake was served in the metal tin, made with loads of real ice cream, whipped cream, fudge, drizzle of chocolate syrup, and chocolate sprinkles. Honestly not sure what I was thinking when mixing beer with shake, in hindsight I wouldn't do that again... but it was one of the best shakes I've had in a long while. Burgers came out shortly afterwards. Wifey's was cooked perfectly medium, which is an unusual thing for most burger places these days; most of the time when I order a burger medium, it comes out medium well or well done. These were both perfectly medium. Both burgers came out with a generous amount of potato products, more than either of us could hope to stuff down our gullets in one sitting. The food was outstanding. The service was great. The music was too loud for the wife but it was the kind of music that is supposed to be played loud so no points off for that from me. A nice vibe overall. I'll definitely be back.

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