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    Southern Twist

    4.5 (220 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Southern Twist - Pork Spare Ribs - Dinner - Southern Near Me - Barstow, California

    SOUTHERN TWIST ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Classy
    Good for groups
    Dogs allowed

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    April W.

    On our way to Las Vegas, Nevada, my husband and I stopped at Southern Twist! Oh my!! So good! So delicious! You have to try this hidden gemstone! The staff is very nice! We had the oxtails and rice, turkey and dirty rice, greens and yams!!!! If you're looking for the perfect place to try and sample and purchase Southern Style cooking, this is the place!! Very clean and you'll love the staff! Film location: This resturant is perfect for filming. It's quiet inside and there's plenty of seating and a bar!!! Come ready to enjoy! Yummy!!

    Dino Beef Ribs
    Tiffany H.

    I'll be honest, I stopped by here on a Friday during their slow period (2pm) and almost walked out until I ran into the owner and her staff outside cooking on the smoker. She was so friendly and accommodating to us and our furry travel companion and the food was delicious! The food is on warming plates which obviously was not showcasing everything during the slow period but they said everything is coming out fresh from the kitchen. We got the dino rib and pork ribs that came straight out of that smoker we saw in the back. So good! I think the star of the show were the sides - every side had an extra sprinkle of spice to make it interesting. The yams were my standout favorite, followed by the collard greens. I love the extra seasoning on the Mac too. I also wanted to mention that the ladies restroom had a donation-based hygiene supply, and if I wasn't already giving 5 stars this would put it at the top. I've never really seen a local business help provide access to feminine hygiene for people in need, which is a reflection of how awesome this establishment is. Thank you for doing what you can for the community, and I hope this place gets all the business they deserve

    Minhee C.

    Stumbled upon this place by accident and were so pleasantly surprised. The meats are incredibly soft and just fall apart clean. Every single side dish was amazing--especially the greens, which had the perfect subtle hint of spice. Definitely trying the oxtail next time. Highly recommend!

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    Nadine Q.

    RUN friends don't walk! Review is from today 03/08 around 11:30-11:45a Upon entering we were immediately and warmly welcomed by Sean!!! We observed Sean working super efficiently and handled everything on his own from greeting customers, making plates, ringing food up ( yep and he wore gloves), getting drinks and bringing it to the tables!!! Amazingggg friends if you walk in and see a line don't be discouraged he is doing the best job be patient trust it is worth the wait!!! In my opinion he needs a raise!!! Food quality and freshness didn't disappoint!!! As much as I want to get keep the Turkey wings...lol I can't I have to share with my fellow yelpers!!! Perfect seasoning, super juicy sauce, (beware a little spice kick but nothing to hot...my tolerance for spice is low but I tore this plate up) large piece of wing, it was chef kiss and the plate comes with rice so you could get two other sides!!! Yams was fire and collard greens also fire!!! Trust it will let you down!!! The brisket plate was also fire!!! Mac and cheese fire perfect seasoning cheese and has a nice little kick!!! Honestly this was my hubby and I 2nd visit here and it still was as good as we remember the 1st visit!!! We are definitely loyal customers and the way I would be visiting LV more often this is going to be our Spot especially because the Tesla charging station is literally across from them it is the best!!! Value is super good and worth it about $20-$25 per plate!!! There is a lot of seating so you could sit and enjoy your food!!! Thanks so much Sean!

    Enjoying ribs, mac & Cheese, and Butter Beans
    William S.

    The decor and atmosphere were great. The lady who served me was exceptionally nice. She even agreed with my grandpa humor. The ribs, pork, were good. Not great, but good. They were very tender and cooked throughout, however they did not have a lot of flavor. You know, the kind of flavor you expect in Southern cooking. The Mac & Cheese was very good. Traditional south. The Butter Beans stole the show. I have never, in my 58 years of life, had Butter Beans like them. I am going to try to get the recipe. Overall, I highly recommend this place.

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    Kim B.

    Prior to arriving in Barstow w checked Yelp to find a place for dinner. The photos of the beef ribs sold us on Southern Twist. The food is in warming trays and a staff member serves you. We both chose the beef rib (lol). They came with two sides. We both chose the squash. Hubby had the mac and cheese and I had the yams. The price was $27. You got 1 rib. They had a good amount of meat but also had a fair amount of gristle. The squash was delicious. It was sautéed in butter and just the right amount of crisp. I like the yams. They were cooked in brown sugar and cinnamon. Hubby thought they were too sweet. The staff was friendly. The restruant was clean. The music was a little loud.

    Pork Spare Ribs - Dinner Yams Sweet Tea Barstow Dirty Rice
    Lilian V.

    We literally tumbled on this spot one day while charging on the way to Vegas ... and ever since then, it's been a mandatory stop both heading there and on our way home The oxtails? Fall-off-the-bone. The rice? Soaked in all that saucy goodness. And don't even get me started on that sweet potatoes on the side But honestly... EVERYTHING here hits * Fried catfish, chicken & okra * Smothered chicken & turkey * BBQ pork ribs, brisket & short ribs Some places you discover once... this one becomes part of your Vegas tradition If you know, you KNOW. And if you don't... add it to your next road-trip stop

    Brisket with rice and gravy and collards

    The flavor of the food was on point. The oxtail was amazing as was the okra. What to know: You order from a buffet and pay at the register and take your food so there is no table service. For the price it should be table service. My two meals with one drink was $70.00 A few things are made to order. Might be good to order ahead for the fried items as they are not out on the buffet line. It's exact cash or card for payment. Only notes: the okra is made to order and by the time I got it I was done with my meal. Also the order was skimpy. Lastly, it was too dark in the restaurant. I would not normally go back in such a situation but the food was so good I probably will and take it to go next time.

    ALANA C.

    Talk about an oasis in the middle of the desert !! A true desert gem. Very delicious. Southern Comfort Soul Food yyuuummmm!! Interesting concept they have going here, a kind of Chinese food- style- buffet- Chipotle -- where you stand on one side of the glass pointing to the food that you want the server to dish up for you , its a southern comfort soul food bar !! They pile up your plate with deliciousness, you sit down and enjoy, listening to jazzy tunes play on the satellite radio while sipping on your sweet tea . You gotta come get this food : )

    Oxtail is the best!!! Will be back for this.
    Arlene B.

    Delicious, quick and authentic southern food. The oxtail is the star. Falls right off the bone and so tender. The meatloaf and ribs were also delicious. Love that it comes with rice. Plus the fried okra and collared greens are excellent. It's clean and the cashier was nice.

    Simeon T.

    The best beef rib. So tender. Order with the Lima beans, and you will not be disappointed! No pics of the beef rib because it was gone SO fast!

    My plate consists of pork rib, a smothered turkey, wings, and collard greens and green beans

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