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The Chan Smokers

5.0 (37 reviews)
Closed 11:30 am - 8:00 pm
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Cambodian beef sticks and pickle carrots/ papaya
Vuoch L.

I somehow stumbled upon " The Chan Smokers " On my IG .. since then I've been following their IG handle @ the_ chan _smokers They do not have a permanent store front , they are a food vendor/ pop up with locations varies at different locations in the IE (Inland Empire). The Chan Smokers offers catering services as well . I mean seriously they caught my attention on Smoke BBQ meats and with Khmer fusion foods. Such as beef sticks khmer style, fried rice , pickled papaya salads . The Best way to catch them is to follow their IG account with up-to dates information and future events/ venues locations. During this visit we were pleased to see them at the Baldy Brewing in Upland Ca . During the St. Pattys weekend hosted by Baldy Brewing. Seriously they were the nicest and friendliest owners , A family small business who also happens to be a retired veteran . Intrigued by their back story . We should all support our family veterans . The photos don't do it justice, their smoked BBQ meats were so flavorfully delicious . Mine and My husband's favorite were their smoked briskets, and pulled pork, and their Cambodian beef sticks. It was tender and full of aromatics of Cambodian's herbs and spices.

Smoked BBQ Brisket with Steamed Rice & Salad
Kosoma J.

My husband and I met the owners and they were such great people! Also a fellow Cambodian like myself doing it out here in the IE! They attended Fontana Fourth of July event on 6/28 and right now we are about eating clean for vacation we have coming up, so we were happy to come across a spot where meat and rice can never go wrong! I got the Smoked BBQ Brisket with rice and Salad and wow it was so good! The flavors was def there! My husband got the lemon grass beef screwers and wow that was so good! It def brought back memories of when my grandma used to make it! If you are at an event and you see their booth, go and stop by so worth it!

Lemongrass Chicken Skewers, fried rice & banana pudding 10/10!!!
Bogdan P.

One of the BEST Cambodian Bbq you can have!!! My girlfriend & I absolutely love coming to this family owned Popup!!! You can't go wrong with anything on their menu, everything is fantastic!!! From the bbq smoked brisket to the lemon grass skewers, fried rice & so on! The Chan Smokers hands down is the BEST Cambodian bbq EVER!!!! Food - 10/10 Service - 10/10

Smoked BBQ brisket Nachos
Nancy L.

Brisket nachos were on point! Finger licking good!Definitely enjoyed them during the concerts at the park in Downtown Ontario. Also, they were super friendly which is a plus. Thanks for making my tummy happy lol

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Samantha M.

We ordered The Chan Smokers for my Mom's birthday party and everyone loved the food! Everything was so delicious and we will definitely be ordering from them again soon! I can't thank them enough for helping make the day special

Combo # four, three meat option
Chien P.

The beef sticks was flavorful. I was pleasantly surprised the corn paired well with the bbq. The pickling was nicely balanced. The service was very positive and pleasant.

Stacey S.

Amazing food!!! The lemon grass beef skewers and the brisket nachos were phenomenal. The owners are the friendliest and most welcoming people I have ever met. I can't wait to eat here again. Even the pup got in on the action eating every bit that she could get ahold of. People and dog approved lol.

Beef skewers

Found this pop-up place at an international food festival in my city. I was walking by trying to decide what to eat and the owner happened to be handing out samples. So glad I decided to try the sample - I was hooked. It was so good I went back the second day and tried another dish. Day 2 I got the brisket combo (think it was no. 3). The brisket was a little peppery (which i like) and very moist. This was probably some of the best brisket I've had in California. They put just a little line of bbq sauce on some of the meat, but not too much, which gave nice variation. Any normal place this brisket would be a definite go to (they also did brisket nachos that someone else ordered and looked great). But the game changer was the lemon grass beef skewers combination (no. 1) I got day 1. These were delicious and flavorful, the tenderness of which we down in how easily the meat came off the skewers. The meat combined with the pickled veggies and rice made for an epic combination. I don't write a lot of reviews but felt this place was deserving. If they are at an event you're at I would highly suggest.

Pulled pork bowl
Mary Ann R.

Their food is so flavorful and worth every penny. I got the pulled pork bowl with the fried rice and slaw. Beyond delicious! Their staff is very friendly and accommodating. If I had the time I would go to wherever they are to eat their food for lunch at least once a week. I'm looking forward to the next time that I can have this again.

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Thank you so much! We hope to see you soon!

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Thank you so much for allowing us to cater the event!

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Tried the lemongrass skewers in Pasadena. Come back! They were tender, tasty and great! Definitely will have again.

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Thank you so much! Hope to see you at another event soon!

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Thank you so much!! Hope to see you again!

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The brisket was tender and smoky--just perfect. Super friendly staff. I'll definitely be back!

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The best BBQ I have ever had.. The quality and the taste is amazing.. Definitely must have..

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3 years ago

Love their food soo good my number 1 all time is the mac n cheese can't get enough of it

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Our Mac and Cheese is one of our popular sides.

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Bomb food every time and always quick with the replies! Delivered right on time ready go. Chan Smokers DO NOT miss

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3 years ago

Had the chance to enjoy this BBQ on multiple different occasions and the quality never disappoints. Keep up the great work guys.

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Thank you for allowing us to cater your nephews graduation party!

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