Amazing quality on everything I ordered, found the place on yelp and took a gamble and glad I did. Some of the best bbq I've had in a long long time. Great quality smoked perfectly, great bark on the meats with perfect amount of seasoning. The side were amazing as well the Mac noodles needed to be a little more tender but the flavor was there. If I am ever in the area again I am for sure coming back! read more

The SmoKING Ribs - Beef Rib and Brisket - Caterers Near Me - Garden Grove, California

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*** SCAM ALERT *** I don't use the word "SCAM" lightly, but that's what this was. My adult son called in a $281.62 order off the menu for Mother's Day. They would not accept the order or payment over the phone because the order was "too big." They asked that someone go there and pay up front for the entire order. Since it was the evening before Mother's Day, I drove to them and paid for the order. Yes, I was also presented with a minumum 20% TIP screen, which I declined. When I got there at pickup time (4:00pm) on Mother's Day, the price changed to $325.51. I was told that, for some reason, they had cut about 50% larger portions than the menu specified (see the line items, which should have been 1 lb. each), so they charged me for the difference ($325.51 - $281.62) which was $43.89 (about 50% more for the 2 items they cut heavier). No, there was no mention when I placed the order that the total cost might change due to extra meat. Neither is it shown on their web site or printed menus. When I protested, there was no option. If I don't pay the $43.89 difference, I don't get the Mother's Day food. After about 20 minutes of bickering at the counter with two different clerks (note the time stamp differences on the credit card slips), I was given my original order, with a net price reduction of ($281.62 - $254.93) $26.69. My persistence had paid off. On a positive note, the cook did, twice, walk up to me and quietly apologize for what was going on. I know many folks would have folded in this situation, but that's not my nature. I don't stand for dishonesty. Yes, it was embarrassing, other clients in line were not happy (I let them skip ahead of me so as not to inconvenience them). None of them had price increases. I don't know if the clerks wanted a tip because the management doesn't pay them much, or it this goes deeper and is standard operating procedure that assumes most clients will simply approve of the overage and pay up. In any case, from this client's point of view, this is a SCAM! When it was all over, I took my 11 and 12 year old grandsons (who had been sitting patiently waiting for grandpa to pay) and my food package to the car, drove home and proudly presented the meat to my family. After all, I am a hunter-gatherer; and the food was great! read more

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Green bean suck, suck Brisket is a fatty piece of brisket through its tender, it sucks Coleslaw sucks, sucks Mac & cheese might be the only thing So if I was rate this place on the coleslaw and fatty brisket This place sucks, sucks The green beans are gave back because they suck, they weren't cooked Like regular southern barbecue, sucks read more

This place is a gem. I love their brisket and pork ribs, which are well seasoned and tender. The blueberry corn muffin is a great side without being too crumbly. Staff are super friendly and the place feels welcoming. read more

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I missed their BBQ so had to visit for moist, juicy and delicious brisket. Plus, their ribs, sausage and blueberry cornbread were also outstanding and tasty. Staff were friendly and attentive. The ambiance is bright, airy and welcoming. Highly recommended! read more

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We try to arrive just before the doors open because it gets swamped quickly! This is a smallish operation. There are probably less than 10 tables total. No patio or outdoor options. Parking is free in the lot shared with other businesses in the area. Throughout the years, we've been quite satisfied with the BBQ and sides here. Everything seems to be consistent. They have a somewhat limited menu, so I think that helps with consistency. We used to get the Sampler Plates, but they don't offer them any more. Variety is the spice of life and we'd rather have the variety than eat just one type of protein! We still managed to get what we wanted by ordering differently. On our most recent visit, we ordered: 1/2 Rack Baby Back Pork Ribs with Sautéed Green Beans - the ribs were very tender & succulent. The green beans were way over seasoned, as in super salty! Would've been better with less salt. *1/4lb Hot Link - very delicious. We didn't have any leftover to take home. *Omaha Prime Beef Brisket - cooked nicely! We were a little surprised it didn't come to the table hot. I think the staff was too busy to bring out food in a timely manner. *House Cream Corn - I loved that this is served in a crock and it stayed very hot throughout the meal! The corn is tasty! *Blueberry Cornbread - a little more dense than I remembered, but they were good. These are like cornbread muffins. TIP: Pay with CASH for savings on your bill. Our $72 bill came down to $69. The main issue we had was with the service. When the restaurant opened, things went smoothly. As more and more people arrived and To-Go orders were being taken and packaged, service really went downhill. From food not being served when ready to waiting for boxes & the check, it affects the experience. Most important is to bring out the (hot) food when it is ready!! Other factors are less problematic. Anyways, we will be returning because we like the food and it is satiates our BBQ cravings. read more

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Came by for dinner tonight as I was craving BBQ ribs. I was disappointed that the old menu is no longer available. I used to get a two-meat combo before for around $25. Today I ordered the 1/3 spareribs with mac & cheese. I also added a blueberry cornbread/muffin. This came out to $28 and change. Food: Disappointed. The meat had no flavor at all. Bland taste. The spicy BBQ sauce wasn't spicy at all. I asked an employee about it, and he stated they don't make it hot anymore. The mac & cheese and cornbread was good though, but I was there for the ribs. Service: Slow. We waited for around 15-20 minutes for our food. Our server did not come by once to offer a refill or check up on us. Overall, I won't be coming back. What was once a great spot for BBQ for me isn't anymore. Something changed here. read more

Well I officially will not be back here. Yesterday I called and they had ran out of me around 5pm. Only thing they had was chicken. Ok no worries I understand. So today I came for lunch Im still having my bbq craving. No spareribs and the menu online is no longer valid. No meat combos, no plates, no anything. EVERYTHING pretty much a la carte so I boiled with frustration and walked out out. Becuz I wanted a sampler and did my want to spend $100 to get. So on my way to Hole smoke in costa mesa. I'll see if they'll be my new bbq place, go check my review out there. read more

The service was extremely fast and the server was friendly and had the nicest smile. Even though we came 30 minutes before closing time, they were still very friendly and accommodating, and we did not feel rushed at all. We ordered brisket, beef ribs, and we added a hot link for six dollars. For the sides, we had the hot and gooey, mac & cheese, fresh crispy, coleslaw, and a hot blueberry muffin with a side of butter. The food was absolutely phenomenal. The meat melts in your mouth with so much flavor. As soon as I took a bite into the mac & cheese, my taste buds exploded. I can't wait to come back and try so many more of their items. Also, the restaurant is very clean and the AC was on high. Thank you for the rate dinner. We will come back!! read more

The SmoKING Ribs - Half pound of brisket and added a hot link for $6 and an order of beef ribs - Caterers Near Me - Garden Grove, California

i was craving american food after my japan trip and this was my first meal back and BOI IT WAS FYYYYEEEEE got the babyback pork ribs with zucchini and mashed potatoes & the chicken thigh with mac n cheese the babyback ribs were FYEEE! so juicy and tender, the meat melted off the bone zucchini was so good, perfectly seasoned and had the best char mashed potatoes were yummy! highkey the chicken thighs were my favorite. SO SEXY SO CRISPY AND THE FLAVOR??? the seasoning was SO amazing, like idk what they used but the skin was crispy and crunchy with a lot of flava. straight jam packed. chef put their entire bussy in that ho mac n cheese was so good, so creamy and the perfect side for the cronchy chikon their bbq sauce was so good... LUV service was rly great, our server was rly helpful when we asked a bunch of questions & was very attentive. this is the perfect spot for group dinners or a cute date! read more

The SmoKING Ribs - chicken thigh with mac n cheese - Caterers Near Me - Garden Grove, California

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The most driest bbq I've ever had. Even Lucille's bbq is more tender than this. You need to douse the brisket and the ribs to even get it down easily. We bought a pound of brisket, rack of baby back ribs, 4 chicken, & 4 sides. The brisket was the driest with barely any fat and was so stiff, when you lift it up it stays straight. Ribs were so dry, so disappointed since there was hella good reviews. The only thing that was edible was the chicken. The season was nice and the chicken was actually moist and good. The sides were mid, the cream corn straight up was just 70% mayo/cream and 30% corn. Mac and cheese taste like box Mac. So disappointing... read more

The SmoKING Ribs - Pound of brisket - Caterers Near Me - Garden Grove, California

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SmoKING Ribs BBQ is a solid, no-frills barbecue stop with some real highs and a few misses. Located in a strip mall with plenty of parking, the space itself is decently sized with around 10 tables. It's clean and comfortable, but don't expect anything particularly memorable in terms of ambiance--this place is clearly about the food. We came on a Saturday specifically for the beef ribs, since many BBQ spots only offer them on Sundays. Unfortunately, this is where expectations weren't fully met. The beef ribs were underwhelming--they lacked the hefty meatiness you usually hope for. While the price point was more affordable, it showed in portion size. I would've loved to see more meat on the bone to justify ordering them again. That said, the brisket absolutely delivered. It was tender without being crumbly, had creamy marbling, a beautiful mahogany bark, and a legit pink smoke ring. Easily the highlight of the meal and proof they know how to handle brisket. A few hiccups: * They were out of BBQ pulled pork and the blueberry corn muffins, which were supposed to come with the 1/2 rack BBQ beef ribs * We substituted garlic mashed potatoes for the corn muffins, but they were bland and forgettable * Surprisingly, no sweet tea, which feels almost mandatory at a BBQ joint On the plus side, the hot link was a great add-on with a nice snap and solid bite. The sides really shined--both the sautéed garlic green beans and smoked BBQ beans were flavorful and well-executed, easily some of the better BBQ sides around. Service was awkwardly friendly and somewhat attentive--well-meaning and polite, but not particularly dialed in or consistent throughout the meal. Overall: SmoKING Ribs BBQ has a strong foundation, especially with their brisket and sides. If they can improve consistency, availability, and bring the beef ribs up to the level their name promises, this could be a go-to BBQ spot. For now, come for the brisket--just manage expectations elsewhere. read more

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Very awkward!!! Look, this place has amazing meat and the price reflects the quality and hard work that goes into this. With that said, when ordering takeout for three and picking up a bag of delicious meat that well exceeds $100 and you get presented with a touch screen payment with predetermined tip options that is going to add at a minimum $20 tip for takeaway is a real damper on what should be a great experience. There may have been another option of no tip or setting your own amount but it wasn't obvious and in the rush not something I was ready to assess . As I said a lot of hard work and time goes into their food but the price reflects that. Just be mentally prepared on how you are going to respond when they flip that payment pad on that takeaway and they are waiting on you to complete your payment. read more

The SmoKING Ribs - Caterers Near Me - Garden Grove, California

My husband's friend recommended this spot so we finally did but sad to say it was a let down. Came for dinner on a Thursday night, there were 3 tables occupied so we picked one to sit on. Immediately after being greeted, we were told that chicken wings and brisket were sold out. I was actually hoping to try the brisket so that was a bummer. We decided on the St. Louis pork spare ribs, sausage, green beans and onion rings. We thought we ordered the full slab but i guess the server thought we asked for the combo which was fine. So we ended up eating the first one with ribs, sausage and onion rings. By the time we were finished the next set came. The St. Louis pork spare ribs came not hot nor warm. I guess room temp? The outside had the seasoning but inside was tasteless. It was very tender so i give them that but that's it unfortunately. They had 2 kinds of sauces on the table, one of them had a tinge of heat in it. We definitely had to use them to finish our food. Sausage was good. Onion rings were crispy but i can tell the oil used for frying was old. Green beans were cooked and seasoned nicely, i enjoyed the crunch on it. Our server Jason was nice and attentive so we give him props. Other than that, this is a one and done for us. read more

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We were in the area and decided to try this bbq place out and glad we did! We got the full rack of pork ribs with a side of cole slaw and Mac and cheese. We also order pulled pork loaded fries and added a sausage. Everything was very flavorful and you can't beat the price! We took home leftovers and had it for dinner too! Based on the reviews, this seems to be more of a lunch spot so best get there early before they run out! read more

The SmoKING Ribs - Caterers Near Me - Garden Grove, California

First Impressions: as soon as we walked in, the smell of barbecue wafted over me and my girlfriend, and it made my mouth water. The gentleman at the counter was super welcoming and very nice... we didn't know that it was closing in 45 minutes, but he was still gracious in, offering us a seat in the restaurant and telling us to take our time and eat The Noms: I ordered a half rack of baby back ribs (it would've been a full rack except all they had left was a half rack that close to closing)... and my friend got a half rack of beef ribs. Both were delicious... juicy, and fall off the bone tender. The two sauces (regular and spicy) were fire! We also each got a side of french fries (perfectly crisp and salted) which came with ranch and ketchup... which is the best way to eat fries. We hadn't intended to order the blueberry cornbread, but it was the star of the meal. Super moist, with lumps of blueberry and corn mix mixed in... the salted butter spread over. It was perfect... I'm craving more and I wish I had ordered another pair of cornbread to go. In Conclusion: 10/10 would recommend a meal here. The food is so good and the hospitality makes you want to come back. I spilled a nearly full cup of root beer (I need to stop talking with my hands) and the gentleman from the counter was so gracious about it, even though I felt like a dummy. I can't wait to come back here... the cornbread alone would be a reason. Do yourself a favor and go get you some rib ribs!! read more

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Friendly service, clean and always great tasting BBQ! We make it a point to visit every time in the area!

The good: Pulled pork sandwich, super tender and juicy, bread was delightful! I was so excited to try out SmoKING Ribs because of the hype but I was ultimately disappointed and dont see myself trying this place out again. I think the building complex is under construction. which made the restaurant look closed so it wasn't that busy. We are mostly the only people eating around weekday dinner. So although the service was fast and prompt we felt uncomfortable because it felt like we were being watched. I also wasnt a fan of the table service in opposed to the traditional bbq counter service. They were out of pork ribs that day so we got the regular beef ribs and brisket. The beef ribs were so tough that it ended up breaking our plastic fork... the brisket seemed like it was sitting out as it was dry and looked well done. The sides we got the green beans and coleslaw- which I thought were good but nothing to go back for. Lastly the blueberry corn muffins were something we were looking forward to but ultimately fell short because it was so dry, not even butter could save it. read more

The SmoKING Ribs - Caterers Near Me - Garden Grove, California

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Was not expecting this little gem of a spot in Garden Grove. Came here for a work lunch, this area has a ton of Asian restaurants, fully expected to get some great Pho or similar. But my boss wanted to check this BBQ spot out. All o can say is wow, excellent! They open at 11:30 and we arrived right when they opened and there were already a handful of people there. We were seated right away and our server got our drink order and drinks on the table right away. Great service! The meat here is done right, slow smoked and full of flavor. We got a pound of brisket and a full rack of pork ribs to share. Added some coleslaw, mac n' cheese and some BBQ beans. Everything was excellent, side and mains all great. They have a couple different BBQ sauces, one a sweet sauce and then another one with a bit of spice to it, just giving it an edge. I really enjoyed the spicy sauce and kept my ribs and brisket covered in it. The parking lot is a bit tight and very crowded, not sure what else is around there specifically, but it is a busy lot. There is parking in back as well as street parking, we ended up parking on the street and walked across, no big deal, needed to walk a bit after that meal anyway. I am coming back again next time I am in the area. Sorry, did not get many pics for this review, but trust me, it was great! Go support local BBQ spot doing it right here in So Cal, reminds me of a Midwest spot, but here near us, so happy. Enjoy! read more

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I've been here several times but a little disappointed today. Met my buddy on his lunch hour at 11:30 but they had a handwritten sign on the door saying they didn't open until noon...so we walked around a bit. We were one of the first customers, but and surprisingly the SL ribs we ordered were a bit dry. I'm speculate we go the day before lefties. I get all ribs can't be fresh or the bbq but fresh is key for me. read more

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Empty on a Friday night. I really wanted to like this place, but the service made it tough. When I walked in, it felt a little disorganized--mostly young staff who honestly looked scared to interact with customers. I had to go up to the counter multiple times just to get simple answers. It didn't seem like anyone was really in charge. As for the food: The ribs were okay--not bad, but not fall-off-the-bone tender either. They offer two BBQ sauces: regular and spicy. Both were decent, but nothing mind-blowing. The mac and cheese was solid, definitely a comfort food win. Surprisingly, the standout for me was the blueberry cornbread. It was unique and delicious--sweet, moist, and honestly the best part of the meal. If they tighten up their front-of-house service and add a bit more punch to the ribs, this place could have real potential. For now, it's a mixed bag. read more

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As a certified barbecue judge, I can recommend this restaurant. It's not competition barbecue, but the meat is decently cooked and flavorful. Their wings were rather odd flavored, like nacho cheese Doritos. Other than that, the rest was good. The price was fair for the amount of food. We visited in the middle of a weekday for lunch and the service was friendly. The seating area was no frills, but comfortable, rather like eating in someone's back yard. It's in a plaza, so parking wasn't a problem. Recommend. read more

Excellent! My friend took me to dinner at this clean and laid back establishment. I ordered the beef brisket with coleslaw. Very good, satisfying, tender, and delicious. Next time, I will order the beef and pork ribs with a couple of more sides. Do you desire excellent BBQ? This it is! Check it out and write a nice review. read more

The SmoKING Ribs - Caterers Near Me - Garden Grove, California

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We arrived around 11:45 AM on a Sunday morning, and it was not busy as we got seated right away. We decided to go really early in the day since they are known to be sold out of the main entrees by the late afternoon. Pulled Pork Fries: I honestly think the bbq sauce and the cheese did not go well together. I think both flavors were too strong so it was a battle between the bbq flavor and the cheese flavor. The best part of the fries was the pulled pork! BBQ BeefBack Ribs: the beef ribs were amazing. They were super tender! The meat fell straight off the bone! I thought it was perfectly flavored as well. It came with a muffin and some coleslaw which you cannot substitute for other items. Hot link: the hot link was good, but ours came a little cold which was disappointing. Overall, I think this is a solid place for ribs if you are ever in the area! Just remember to go early before they sell out of items! read more

The SmoKING Ribs - 1/2 Rack BBQ BeefBack Ribs Pulled Pork Fries Hotlink - Caterers Near Me - Garden Grove, California

Best bbq I have ever had. And they catered my company event and everyone loved it. Meat is tender. Flavorful. Price was decent. Will definitely book them again. And will keep going back to just eat their bbq. read more

Best rib joint in town. Love this place, packs so much flavor and the such amazing flavors. One of my go to spots for bbq and I will always have a spot for this place. Friendly staff. Recommend this place to anyone who wants great socal bbq. read more

The SmoKING Ribs - 1/2 rack baby back ribs + bbq baked beans + blueberry corn muffin - Caterers Near Me - Garden Grove, California

I've been thinking of trying this joint for a while now, and finally decided to go. It was fairly busy and the food was good. Our server wasn't the most attentive nor friendly. No follow ups on how things were going or refills. She had a slight attitude. I will try Queen's next week and compare my experience. read more

Food was so good everything was tasty. I will definitely come back. The ribs was extremely tender so was the beef brisket. The size are just awesome the corn, the barbecue beans and a coleslaw. Everything is wonderful. read more

The SmoKING Ribs - Name of the place - Caterers Near Me - Garden Grove, California

Consistently delicious and smoky BBQ !! I get a rack of pork and beef ribs each. The service is top notch and I am in and out in no time. I have had no challenges in the years of patronizing the SmoKing Ribs. I tell everyone, you will really enjoy their food! read more

I've been telling my family about this place for years and finally we made plans for dinner to come here. We got here on Friday night 4/3/26 around 5:30pm. All the tables were full and there was one party of 11 just ahead of us. Our wait for a table was like 30 minutes or so. Once we were up we were guided to a table towards the back for five. Our server asked if we been here before and if we wanted anything else besides water to drink. My brother and his fiance split a full order of the beef ribs and side order of sauteed garlic green beans. My mom and step dad split a full order of beef ribs while I ordered a full rack of baby back ribs which came with two side orders. I picked coleslaw and onion rings which I shared with the family. The food came out promptly. Everyone enjoyed their food. The baby back ribs were moist with flavor, smoked and went well with their bbq sauce. The rest of the family really like their beef ribs. And they even commented that it was better than the other bbq places we been to. Definitely will return and highly recommend. read more

Good atmosphere and amazing foods! Thanks Kenny and the crew for the incredible service and yummy ribs. Highly recommended! read more

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IS this a restaurant? I'm not convinced. I've been TWICE recently - most recently at 4:45pm on a Saturday and they were OUT OF FOOD. This most recent time, we even called ahead to make sure they had food since this has happened to us before and yes, they still had four things. By the time we got there (20 minutes later), they said they could only do St. Louis Ribs. There were only two tables taken in the place so I'm assuming that a rush of people grabbed take out in the 20 minutes it took me to drive there? BEFORE the dinner rush on a Saturday? Are you crazy? I was there once, months ago, at 5pm on a Wednesday and they still had SOME of their menu items and I will say that the pulled pork is divine but...this isn't sustainable. I'm not going to keep driving to a restaurant that can't figure out how to have food at 4:45pm on Saturday. They've lost my business. read more

Got the 1/2 brisket, 1/2 ribs, hot link, and 2 chickens. Came with 2 sides, we chose the onion ring and mac & cheese. Brisket was pretty good, soft and tender 8.5/10. The pork ribs didnt really have much meat in it and was dry 7/10, and the onion rings were super greasy 3/10. Mac and cheese was decent 5/10. I liked the chicken but there was a bit too much seasoning 7.5/10, whereas pulled pork was dry 5/10. Service was decent, but inside was pretty hot. No AC just fans. read more

The SmoKING Ribs - 1/2 ribs, chicken, pulled pork - Caterers Near Me - Garden Grove, California

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Haven't been in years and it was better than I recall! Chicken quarters are a must. Sides are a touch salty and to be desired... but since the bbq is so rock solid who cares? I'll try the corn bread next time. Good prices for all they give you. read more

Takeout Order 1. The brisket was thick and tender! 2. The spot has fun casual vibes! 3. There were only indoor tables available! 4. Parking lot is small, but easy to find parking! 5. The staff were friendly over the phone! Note: Some items may run out later in the day! Photo: French Fries, Brisket, and Mash Potatoes read more

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The food was excellent. We pretty much ordered everything on the menu. Service was great! Music was right up my alley. We definitely found a new spot! read more

The SmoKING Ribs - Where the magic happens! Nice smoker! - Caterers Near Me - Garden Grove, California

First time customer and I was very happy with the experience. The smell of the barbecued meats hit you as soon as you walk in the door. Good size portions and the meat literally falls off the bone. We'll definitely be coming back to this place. read more

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We've been back several times over the last six months. Everytime the food has been consistently delicious. You'll want to come early before they start running out of meats. The day we were there, they were expecting more meat to come out at 5pm. So good news, they have a second batch! This time I ordered the Pulled Pork Sandwich with a side of onion rings $17.16 My husband ordered the 1/3 Slab Pork Spare Ribs with house cream corn $16.91. The cream corn was for me and the onion rings, for him. We also got a side of Blueberry Cornbread (2pc) $5.20. We ate in and it was super crowded, but we got a table. The tables turn very quickly and everyone is respectful of not hogging the space after eating. The portions are large and we had to take some home, which made for a tasty snack later that day. Pretty affordable too considering the combos come with a side and fountain drink. read more

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Husband and I were craving for some brisket/American BBQ after watching YouTube and started yelping for local places and came across The Smoking Ribs. We came on a Saturday afternoon right when they opened at 12 p.m. and it wasn't too busy. The restaurant is relatively small, about 10 tables with four seating per table from my rough estimate, no wait when we arrived though, so that was nice. Okay, onto the food. It was good but nothing we would crave for. I didn't find anything spectacular or special. We had 1/2 lb beef brisket, half a rack baby back ribs, and three sides: blueberry muffin (a bit dry), corn chowder (way too sweet - definitely added sugar), and garlic mash potato (decent). As for their meats, the BBQ ribs was fall off the bone but a little lack luster in flavor. Regarding the brisket, they was a little too much fat layer to enjoy the actual meat in my opinion. They had two in house BBQ sauce on the table, one spicy, one regular which was also just okay . Price point for entire meat include tip was approximately $61. For the portion, I would say price point was a bit high. We kind of wish they had a mix and match deal where you could get a variety of meats and sides as it would have been more budget friendly and shareable, but unfortunately they didn't, so we had to order two combos, or you can order ala carte which didn't make sense for us to do. Lastly, their soda machine needs to be looked at as hubby and I both agreed, their soft drinks (soda) seems to be a fit flat or missing carbonation. Whether we would recommend this place or come back is very unlikely as I think there may be better BBQ joints in OC. Three stars are solely for customer service. Thank you for the hospitality. read more

The SmoKING Ribs - 1/2 rack of ribs and corn chowder (too sweet) as of January 2025. - Caterers Near Me - Garden Grove, California

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I'm always on the hunt for good BBQ (mainly for the wife), so I stumbled across SmoKing Ribs during a quick Google search. It was a bit farther than we'd normally drive, but we decided to make the trip. Unfortunately, I didn't check their hours, so when we arrived, we only had about an hour to eat. The seating inside was pretty tight, and waiting for a table felt a bit awkward with how close everything was. We tried our best not to make it weird as we glanced at the menu while waiting. I have to say, we were hoping for more variety--most BBQ places have platters meant for sharing that let you try a bit of everything, but here, everything was strictly à la carte. The servers, however, were fantastic--polite, attentive, and not rushing us out, even though it was near closing time. Sadly, the food didn't quite meet the same level of service. Being the end of the day, a lot of menu items weren't available, which we only found out after waiting 30 minutes for a table. Had we known ahead of time, we probably would've gone somewhere else. With limited options left, we ordered chicken and beef ribs. While they were flavorful, they tasted like they'd been reheated--dry, tough, and not what I'd expect from a BBQ spot. We ate what we could, even took some home, but the experience overall felt underwhelming. Maybe it was just bad timing on our part, and coming earlier in the day might have made for a better experience. But based on this first visit, our anticipation quickly turned into disappointment. Sorry, SmoKing Ribs--this one didn't hit the mark for us. read more

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