My family and I came around 1pm on a Friday and were lucky because right after there was a rush of people that came in. Our server handled it great though! Inside was cool and a nice escape from the heat. They have 2 bathrooms inside that was small but clean. I got the steak and rib combo with Mac&Cheese and beans. It came with honey butter and corn bread. The honey butter was so good and paired perfectly with the corn bread. Onto the steak and rib combo. I think the steak was good but the ribs was not my cup of tea. I felt the ribs were dry. But speaking of tea the sweet tea was honestly the star of the meal. So refreshing and in my opinion perfectly sweet! Plus for the unlimited refills! read more

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If you drive around the area, there isn't that much to choose from. This place came recommended from a lot of forums, and we did not regret coming. There was almost an hour wait. Artichoke dip and ribs were good. They have a grill out in front and grill everything right outside. Service was very hospitable. I'd recommend you try it out if you're visiting Joshua Tree! read more

The Rib Co. - Barbeque Near Me - Twentynine Palms, California

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We came to this place after joshua tree. We got the steak and rib combo. I loved it, but others did not. They said the steak was too salty, which i agree with, but I also love salty things. The ribs were just ok to me. So are the mac n cheese and mashed potatoes. I think this is 1 of the only bbq places in the area so I guess give it a try and judge it yourself. read more

The Rib Co. - Steak and ribs - Barbeque Near Me - Twentynine Palms, California

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Food was good, however the extra fee for my family of 6 put a negative impact on my enjoyment. Additionally of the 2 servers one clearly disliked her job! Sadly with the prices and the extra charge and the unhappy server I would not tell anyone about the place nor would I go there again. read more

Zero ambiance and bad service. I went here 3 times and gave up on going back. The food is not worth sitting in a sagging seat and dealing with poor qaulity serving staff. read more

We come to this place once a year for the last five years. Although prices have gone up to sustain the business, the quality of food has never changed. Always impressive how juicy and crispy ribs are and waitresses are so nice and greeting all the time. read more

The Rib Co. - Full beef rack with whiskey marinade - Barbeque Near Me - Twentynine Palms, California

Every time i make it to the desert I stop here FIRST. Hands down the best BBQ i have ever had. The meat Falling off the bone, so tender!! The side beans are kookoo delicious. Old school coleslaw hits the spot. The staff is kind and helpful. The spot is not fancy, but it's clean and nice, the food is spectacular. I can't recommend this enough. read more

The Rib Co. - I didn't have time to take a photo as we gobbled it all up!!! - Barbeque Near Me - Twentynine Palms, California

The food was amazing, the service was great and the atmosphere was as you'd expect for a bbq joint :). I am not usually a fan of ribs but as other reviewers have stated these are fall off the bone and full of good flavor. Hands down best pork ribs I'd ever had. The bbq sauce was good, not overpowering. The beef ribs were tender and the chicken was great. No complaints whatsoever about dinner. It was enough to feed me for two nights! I didn't love the peach cobbler unfortunately but would definitely return for the bbq! read more

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The chicken was good and so was the brisket. They charge $6 for sides and give very very small portions and the mac cheese was very bland. You would think a bbq place would have great mac n cheese but that was not the case. We were disappointed read more

The staff were very friendly and welcoming. We tried the RibCo burger, half rack of beef ribs with whiskey sauce, half rack with the house rub, plus mashed potatoes and macaroni on the side. The sides were alright, just a bit small compared to the amount of BBQ. The burger came out well done instead of medium, but it still tasted good. The beef ribs had great flavor and were really tender, though not very meaty and had some silver skin which made it a bit chewy. The house rub ribs were the least enjoyable since they were quite dry. Maybe just not our lucky batch this time. read more

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Amazing little hole in the wall! We were in Joshua Tree looking for something good to eat nearby when we ran into this cute spot off the highway. Maybe we were just really hungry, but this was some of the best BBQ food I've ever had. The ribs were so tender, delicious, and just fell off the bone. The brisket sandwich was out of this world and the appetizers were excellent as well. Our serve was extremely kind and helpful. Highly recommend!! read more

The Rib Co. - Barbeque Near Me - Twentynine Palms, California

We came here for dinner the night after new year and it was a packed house. I ordered the classic half ribs with steamed veggies and potato salad and it was more than enough for a small person like me and probably perfect for someone who is a bit more hungry. We also ordered the onions rings which were some of the best fresh onion rings I've ever had. The jalapeños stuffed Appetizer is also a must try. They make all of their BBQ sauces in house and even the ranch dressing was made in house. All of their sides are also homemade and all taste very fresh. Even though it was packed, service was amazing and we didn't have to wait much at all before our food arrived. The place was very comfy and quaint and there's even some outdoor seating area so you have options on seating locations. Overall highly recommend. Everything we had was fresh and delicious! read more

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I can not recommend enough how amazing this place is. My BF and I came from our JT campsite on a Tuesday night around 5:30PM. The tables inside were all full so we wrote our name and number and was told a 30-40 min wait. Well, the incredible staff nailed it on the timing. They called us about 35 mins, at us down and we ordered the Rib Sampler. This was certainly enough for the two of us- we were stuffed!! The honey butter biscuits were delicious. The ribs were fall-off-the-bone-tender and soooo flavorful! We were able to switch out the backed beans with the Mac n cheese, which was a pleasant surprise but the coleslaw was my favorite of the two sides. Seeing the cook bbq the ribs right before entering the restaurant was such a nice touch, and the inside was cozy and warm with the heater on, thankfully, bc it was so cold outside! 10/10 recommend! read more

The Rib Co. - Rib sampler - Barbeque Near Me - Twentynine Palms, California

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A cozy place to stop and eat when visiting Joshua Tree! We stopped here on a Saturday night and got seated pretty fast. We sat inside and the staff went over the top with service and made sure everything was going well. The ambiance was good but smokey because we sat inside. I ordered the Half Rack of Ribs Combo with the Whiskey Sauce. I would prefer this over the BBQ! The ribs were super soft and I was super full off of my dish! 10/10 recommend the souther style sweet tea! read more

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Many men would grow angry at me for saying that the best ribs I've ever had were in California. Not long ago I would have mocked a man who said such things. But much like Socrates I am persecuted because I reveal uncomfortable truths. I've had ribs from all across the country, and many across the world. These were the best. On top of the ribs the sides were also great which is a mistake many bbq places make when they're too proud of their meat. As well the service was excellent, and the vibes were good. Though hard to get too, if you're near Joshua Tree the Rib Co is a great choice for dinner read more

The triple threat ribs are unreal. They are so good I get a full rack each time I come to the desert. The beef ribs are delicious also. The sides however are not good unfortunately. They lack flavor and attention but it's ok because the ribs are the star of the show! read more

DFS Brisket sandwich was good, service was great and the lady that served us brought nothing but positive energy and good vibes. Made my day! read more

Ate there 6/27/2026 (Saturday). Ordered a house steak, cooked properly but was 30% fat. Not worth it. Wife's burger was overcooked. Used to be much better but an apparent decline in quality and increase in price. Recommend Texas Roadhouse instead. Great steaks, choices and decent prices. read more

This place was really good! The mashed potatoes are delicious! My husband loved the fried chicken. The wait staff is very friendly.

Let's put it this way.. we got the full rack of baby backs.. but because I couldn't wait to eat it I did t get to take a picture. But trust me when I say the ribs didn't disappoint. It was literally falling off the bone with barely a tap of my fork. It was so meaty and tender.. not dry! I do have one little gripe because I really loved their cornbread w honey butter.. I couldn't get another one!! They only make a small batch and they don't last till the end of the day so you can't order extra. Made me really sad . Was gonna skip dessert but then realized if the cornbread was that good how can the peach cobbler not be awesome. Sure enough.. I was definitely right!! It was not super sweet even w the vanilla ice cream. I'll probably ask for another scoop of ice cream if they let me. Small mom and pop shop but definitely worth it. Very Americana vibes with lots of patriotic decor. Not mad at it at all.. besides what's a good ribs and steak without USA!! read more

OVERPRICED and not worth going in the summer heat. They' DO NOT have air conditioning. It feels like a swamp and cramped in the small dining area. They also charge extra for everything. Find another restaurant, it is not a steakhouse as advertised. You will hot and sweaty by the end of your meal. read more

Absolutely delicious! Had a half rack of the baby back ribs, cole slaw, beans, and corn muffins with honey butter. Every single bite was 100% YUM! read more

The aroma is intoxicating! I love the smell of barbecue! We arrived right around opening and had our best meal in 29 Palms. The ribs were delicious! I ordered them original style with coleslaw and potato salad. (My tip for next time is to ask for additional bbq sauce, it was good!) my husband enjoyed the fried chicken and meatloaf. The little corn muffins that came with our meals were tasty too. Service was friendly, informative, and fast! This was my favorite full-service experience in the area during the trip. read more

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After a long day of hiking, our group of 6 was starving and was excited for some barbecue. Unfortunately, we had a pretty mid experience. The restaurant itself is pretty small. We put down our name and were told to wait in our car since there was no space to wait at the restaurant. They initially quoted a 30 min wait but changed it to "around 15 mins" when they saw our hesitation. The wait ended up being close to 45 mins. The food itself was also just ok. Especially since it took an additional 20-30 mins to arrive after ordering. Our biggest gripe overall was that the meat was overcooked and dry. Our group ordered some different ribs and chicken and we all thought our food was a little dry. The Mac n cheese side was a smaller portion than I expected. Lastly, we wished the cornbread was warmer (the butter didn't melt when we put it on). Would probably recommend stopping somewhere else for food if you're in the area. read more

The Rib Co. - Barbeque Near Me - Twentynine Palms, California

The hype is real. The food is delicious. The wait is worth it. It's a perfect local spot for good food and a warm welcoming atmosphere. From the hostess to the other staff, everyone is kind and hospitable. If Amy Jo is there, she'll take good care of you. read more

The Rib Co. - Barbeque Near Me - Twentynine Palms, California

Awesome food and wonderful servers ! I had the half rack with Mac and cheese and Cole slaw - delish '

Was famished after a day of hiking and comet chasing in Joshua Tree and Rib Co totally hit the spot! The Triple Threat ribs were delicious and they have super yummy and comforting mac & cheese. Very chill, simple vibes with indoor and outdoor seating - and it's fun to watch the pit master at work on their huge outdoor grills! While the restaurant was very cozy and welcoming, I was exhausted so I got my food to go. I ordered the half rack Triple Threat plate which comes with their baby back ribs covered in their house rub (1), their BBQ sauce (2), AND their Tennessee whiskey glaze (3) for a triple explosion of flavor - it was fabulous and the ribs were cooked flawlessly. It also comes with coleslaw and BBQ beans which they let me sub for Mac & cheese no charge. Both sides were delicious. They also include a couple of corn muffins and honey butter and wooo were they good! And I got some of their homemade peach cobbler just for funsies - it was just ok but tbh I'm not a huge fan of peaches or peach cobbler so I think it's just my personal preference. The dough seemed a little undercooked but the flavor was pretty decent. Prices are pretty reasonable considering you're kind of out in the middle of nowhere by a national park. It took a while for my order but everything was fresh. There are a few tables inside with a TV on one of the walls playing sports - very unassuming and relaxed. There's also a large patio with more seating outside than in. I like that it's family owned - Service for the most part was friendly and helpful. One of the ladies helping with my order got kind of weird when I asked to sit at a small table to wait (they weren't very busy) - she didn't really seem to like that so I stood by the door but it's hard to stay out of the way - so they don't really have anywhere to hang out while you wait I guess? Made me a tad uncomfortable but no big deal. They have a large parking lot that's unpaved and rather bumpy so be careful going in and out - low clearance cars may struggle a bit. All in all a good experience - an excellent location just outside Joshua Tree - I'd definitely eat here again when visiting the area. read more

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I just want to say this place is SO so so salty. The corn bread is dry. - Ribs Sampler 2.2/5 The ribs are on the saltier side. Everything was mediocre- the best rib was the Triple Threat. The slaw was underseasoned and the beans weren't that great. - Ribs Co Burger 1.9/5 Below average burger. Free parking in lot. read more

The Rib Co. - Barbeque Near Me - Twentynine Palms, California

Weird place, they don't allow customers switch to-go order to eat-in since the price is the same. I wonder what happened to them before and made them made such decision. Food is meh, onion rings are too salty, coleslaw was watery and ribs is tough. No utensils included when ordered to-go was another weird thing. read more

Keep in mind it's five stars based on its location. If it was in down town San Diego it would be about a three star. But they are not competing with downtown San Diego. We had a large group show up and were seated immediately. Service was prompt and no mistakes made on our orders. Now in the other reviews I've read they claim their steak was over cooked on multiple reviews. I'm assuming they are using a delivery service. Our steaks were cooked to perfection. An exact med rare. Now if a steak sits in a take out container it will retain heat and continue to cook. We got the Ribeye and the house sirloin. Others got ribs, pulled pork, a healthy mix. Everyone loved what they got and had zero complaints. read more

We stumbled upon this place because we saw smoke. We love a good BBQ place and this IS a great BBQ place. The staff was very friendly. The portions are large and the food was fantastic. I had 1/2 rack (3 ribs) of beef ribs and my husband had 1/2 rack (6 ribs) baby back pork ribs, potato salad and Mac n cheese. Great food. read more

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The service is so bad . They keep insisting to put our bill on one check . Even though we are on the different table. They turn us away if we are not agreed with their policy. Glad we haven't order yet. The ambience is so unpleasant. read more

We went in on a Sunday, quite hungry after hiking Joshua Tree National Park. My husband and I shared the rib sampler and the peach cobbler. Everything was so delicious! Cornbread muffins with yummy honey butter was served in the beginning. The beef ribs in the sampler were my favorite! The crumble in the peach cobbler was to die for! Service was super friendly and they have a huge parking lot. Will definitely return if in the area. 10/10 read more

The Rib Co. - Rib sampler - Barbeque Near Me - Twentynine Palms, California

We drove by, and I saw the smoke from the grills out front, and had to go back for dinner. Unfortunately, it wasn't as good as it looked. Everything was smothered in their bbq sauce which tasted too tomato sauce/ketchup like for my tastes. If you go, get dry with sauce on the side. The cornbread muffins were the highlight, served with delicious honey butter. read more

The Rib Co. - Quarter combo - Barbeque Near Me - Twentynine Palms, California

Based on our experience, this restaurant is way over-rated and over-priced. The restaurant wasn't anywhere near capacity when we ordered, but it still took well over 30 minutes to get our food. We thought maybe that was a "good sign," but the meat was only lukewarm and the fries were cold! After sending the fries back for reheating, they were pretty good at least. The pulled pork was stacked thick but it wasn't adequately mixed with the BBQ sauce and the flavor was nothing special. Oh, and the tiny amount of coleslaw they put on top! I hate to say it, but the baked beans were actually the star of the show here. I've eaten in plenty of dive BBQ spots--sadly, this place doesn't hold a candle to the good ones. Have they given up here or did they never really have it together in the first place? read more

FYI, Latino couple here. We went at 6 pm on a Saturday. Busy, but not busy enough to warrant forgetting a salad or ever coming back to check on us. Not only do they forget the salad, they were also rude in how they talked to us but they were real sweet and suddenly remembered how to have customer service skills or a working memory for the Caucasian patrons. The ribs aren't that good. Fatty. Never coming back here again. I shouldn't have tipped, but then that'd make us the bad guys. read more

The Rib Co. - Barbeque Near Me - Twentynine Palms, California

We stopped by The Rib Co in Twenty Nine Palms to celebrate my birthday, and as always, it did not disappoint. My sister, nephews, and I ordered the quarter combo, a perfect trio of skinless BBQ chicken breast, baby back ribs, and beef ribs with our favorite sides of crispy fries, BBQ beans, creamy mashed potatoes, macaroni & cheese and tangy coleslaw. My brother chose the steak and rib combination, and every bite was smoky, tender, and full of that signature mesquite flavor The Rib Co has been mastering since 1997. Since we had our puppies with us, we ordered our meal to go and enjoyed it poolside at our desert rental home. It was the perfect way to celebrate another trip around the sun. Even as takeout, everything tasted fresh, flavorful, and made with care. The jalapeño poppers were so good we ordered them twice, and the house-made ranch dressing that came with them was thick, creamy, and absolutely delicious. We ended our meal with peach cobbler and cheesecake, both heavenly. The warm corn muffins with honey butter were the perfect touch, sweet, soft, and comforting. The Rib Co has everything I love about this desert oasis: friendly staff, a clean and welcoming atmosphere, and pitmasters who take pride in their craft. You can feel the love and dedication in every bite. It is my go-to spot every time I am in town and a true local treasure. If you find yourself near Twenty Nine Palms, do yourself a favor and stop by. This is BBQ done right, from the heart. read more

Great experience. The food here is excellent. Ordered takeout after a day of hiking. Staff was friendly and helpful. Food took some time to come out, about 20 minutes, but well worth the wait. I recommend getting both the pork baby back and the beef ribs as both were really good. read more

The steaks are normally very good. I ordered a Rib eye steak Med well. They brought my steak almost raw and it was 90 percent fat. I tried telling the waitress but she just ignored me. read more

The Rib Co. - Barbeque Near Me - Twentynine Palms, California

The word about town is that this is THE place to go in Twentynine Palms. While my snarky sense of humor thought "well that is a low bar to meet" after finally being able to get in changed my mind to "yep this place would stand up even in food cities. Would I say this might be my go to place if it were in Reno? Yes, most definitely. We got into town after making the looooooong drive down from Reno and thought - well, let's give it a try. We walked in, place was packed and the wait time for a table was 45 minutes, time for a take-out order - also 45 minutes. Wasn't going to happen. We came back to try our luck our last night in town. We walked in for an early dinner and got seated right away. So glad we made it. Service, food, and welcoming atmosphere hit the trifecta! We each ordered a half rack of ribs - Baby Back for me, and House Rub for my husband. Both were slap yo mama, falling off the bone yummy. I got mine with a double side of coleslaw. Jennifer checked on us and refilled drinks as needed. Tips on going - come early, or call ahead to get put on the waiting list, or call in a takeout order. Most of all be patient. They are a small establishment, food is cooked when ordered, it is VERY popular, and it is worth the wait when they are busy. read more

The Rib Co. - Baby back ribs - Barbeque Near Me - Twentynine Palms, California