Had the greatest experience with one of the hosts! I believe her name was natalie. She made sure our table was ready and set for us as soon as we arrived it felt like we waited no longer than 30 seconds!!! Overall very friendly environment and made my family feel welcomed. I strongly would recommend coming to Wood Ranch Northridge!!! read more

Wood Ranch is one of my favorite places to stop for great drinks and outstanding service. Kris and Amanda C, who work the bar, are always amazing. We call Amanda. C, "Amanda #1" because that's exactly what she is in our book! Every time we come in, the service is top-notch. The staff are friendly, welcoming, and genuinely seem happy to be there, which makes the experience even better. The drinks are consistently excellent. I was supposed to be doing a pub crawl, and Wood Ranch was only my second stop. The drinks were so good that I never made it to the third location--I ended up staying right there! I'll have to try that pub crawl again another day. If you're looking for great service, a fun atmosphere, and fantastic drinks, Wood Ranch is the place to be. read more

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I had the privilege of sitting at junior's table for lunch on Saturday, May 24th and he was a delight! You would never guess that he was still in training. He was very polite, kind and he had a good sense of humor. Even though his section was busy, he always made sure that I was okay and if I had any more questions. I also heard from one of his other tables that they will always request Junior and they wanted to know his schedule, not in a creepy way, but his customer service was just top-tier. I did have a problem with my food, and it was no fault of the restaurant but junior and the manager Angel made sure that I was taken care of, including my other friend that decided to join me last minute. I would definitely go back!!!! read more

My boyfriend and I would come every Friday night for date night because he loved the bread and I loved the clam chowder. But we have been coming less and less because the service is abysmal. There was a time where we gave our phone number and were never actually put on the list. Then there was a time we made sure we were on the list and after a 40 minute wait we checked in with the front just to be told the system went down and we lost our place. Beyond that the servers would just never come around to check on us. In fact I am currently writing this while still waiting for the check we asked for 10 minutes ago. For the entirety of the dinner our server only checked on us twice after ordering and one of those times it was only because we flagged someone else down. He never even refilled our drinks till we asked for the check, which we are still waiting for.... **update** We got the check 17 minutes later after flagging someone else down. read more

Love this place! Although we ordered it to go for Father's Day, it still tasted good. Ordered the chicken sandwhich this time around and it was so delicious (order it with extra coleslaw, I promise it's good)! read more

Wood Ranch Northridge - Barbeque Near Me - Northridge, California

Second time dining here and I always love the big plate serving, baby back ribs are tender and a must have! Our server, Mario is great. he even refilled my drink 3x. Place can be noisy but fun to spend time with friends and family. Restroom is not that tidy with all used paper towels all over the place. Otherwise, it's a good spot since it's few steps to the mall. read more

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We went in today for Happy Hour and had excellent service! Our waitress Sarah was awesome she was so helpful and got us everything we needed she was very attentive and checked in on us even though it was super busy. We had the Brisket Tacos and they were delicious. I also had a yummy Hendricks Magnificent Martini that was great! We will definitely be back. read more

Wood Ranch Northridge - Hendricks Magnificent Martini - Barbeque Near Me - Northridge, California

Stopped in for happy hour randomly one day. The shoe string fries were great with a side of bbq sauce. And the complimentary warm garlic bread. Wow, chef's kiss. Beer and wine are good price on happy hour. read more

Come to this location often, great spot to take customers for lunch meetings. Love the BBQ at Wood Ranch, tri tip, BBQ chicken, ribs, I have not had anything I have not loved. The BBQ really makes it even tastier, one of my favs. The fresh baked rolls are a great start and just keep them coming IMO. Their peanut slaw is also always part of my sides, as you can see, I have lots of favorites here. Service is always attentive here, food comes out fairly quick, they keep the drinks filled and the bread basket full. Need more sauce, just have to ask. They do a great job. They have a full bar inside, decor is very ranch style, feels like an BBQ spot when you walk in with a bit upscale flare. Great for lunch or dinner, dine in or to go, food is always great. Recommend you try them out if you have never been. Sorry I did not get many pics on this one. Was with a client and would have been tough to get the pics I normally like to, next time. Enjoy! read more

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Ordered via phone for pickup. They were super busy and entrance wasn't easiest to find. Brisket was good, asparagus ok, baked potato the most lacking - tasted, well tasteless! read more

Just an update: Everything is still up to par here at Wood Ranch!! Service is fabulous and the taste of the food here is still tasty as ever!! Great fun atmosphere here. In my eyes I think my portion size is still great, however my hubby thinks the beef ribs are just a tad bit smaller. I'm just sharing his opinion on that part. read more

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We had a wonderful family dinner on a Sunday night at Woodranch. Excellent customer service by our waiter Ian as well as the hostess that took us to our table and seats. We didn't wait long at all. As soon as we checked in the young lady, our hostess asked if where we would like to be seated inside or outside and we chose outside. She walked us right away outside. Our table and area was great. We were also next to a big heater. Our order consisted of the Buckeye Burger, James Crispy Chicken Sandwich, BBQ Sliders, Cab Cheeseburger Sliders, Idaho Baked Potato and Lauren's Mac and Cheese and Corn. Both the Buckeye Burger and Cheeseburger Sliders were tender and not over grilled. The beef was medium rare. The James Crispy Chicken Sandwich was huge and it was crispy and tasteful. Loved Lauren's Mac and Cheese and it was perfect with the Idaho Baked Potato. We also informed Ian our waiter regarding the food allergies in our party and he was very attentive and made sure to let the kitchen now about it. He also made sure when he brought out our food items to let us know that none of our order had any peanuts nor tree nuts in the ingredients. We look forward to eating at Wood Ranch again. read more

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Service is usually consistent which I like. I like their bread rolls, onion strings, and the baby back ribs. I recently tried their pull pork which was alright. Their buffalo cauliflower is good! read more

Wood Ranch Northridge - Barbeque Near Me - Northridge, California

Have been to this Wood Ranch restaurant a couple of times recently. Similar experience each time. Excellent service, really good food, and a nice atmosphere. It starts at the door with a friendly greeting and prompt seating. The waitstaff are attentive and accommodating. Honestly, I've had better BBQ, especially the meat, but this is at the of the chain restaurants. Perfectly serviceable and tasty. The menu is diverse enough for every taste and desire. Shout out to Dani... who I acknowledge for both exceptional service and attitude. A model employee and a really good person. And I just met her here once but it's quite apparent! read more

I ordered the Buckey Burger with Mac and Cheese and had a Tarantula Hill Liquid Candy beer. Our server Ian was well attentive and gladly checked with the kitchen about our food allergy. The Buckey burger was perfectly grilled and juicy. Bbq sauce was nice and smokey and not too sweet. The beer was a nice companion to the burger. The mac n cheese was delicious. Creamy and not dry. It was early evening and not too chilly so we opted to sit outside. It was nice and the tables were well kept. A very enjoyable dinner. read more

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Came in on a Saturday night with no wait time for a party of 4 Our waiter Jr was upbeat, checked in as needed, and overall pleasant. Nothing but positivity. Our group ordered a full slab of baby back ribs, brisket, Asian chicken salad (one size- large) , and the kids chicken tenders. First off the complimentary garlic rolls are soft and buttery! Good and keep em coming. The meat was falling off the bone and surprisingly the breading on the tenders was light/crispy/flavorful. The salad was refreshing, I enjoyed the jicama crunch and sweet mandarins, plus there was plenty of chicken tossed in as well. Overall, pretty good dinner. read more

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One of my San Fernando Valley favorites. Note: it is one of the few chain/franchise bbq restaurants that offers beef ribs! Came here with my husband and sister-in-law. Our server, Ashley, was friendly and polite. As always, dinner is off to a great start with warm, soft buttery rolls. Cocktails are nice here. The Old Fashion seemed to be the most frequently served. Surprised they couldn't make a Negroni - they no longer stock Campari. Tried the Berry Smash which was refreshing and satisfying. We ordered a half-order of onion straws, 2 rib and roasted chicken combos (sides were fries, peanut coleslaw and baked beans) and 1 order of ribs plus the Natalie salad. Their coleslaw is my favorite of all with a light, sweet and tangy vinaigrette, peanuts and scallions. As usual, I ordered my ribs crisp, sauce on the side, but this time they were too crispy aka burnt. The chicken also was a little too charred although I hadn't requested any changes. Everyone else's order was fine. The restaurant has ample seating and accommodate large and small groups. A little too cold to sit on the patio at night but we look forward to warmer weather. Overall, a good evening with the exception of the overcooked meat. read more

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Great family-friendly restaurant to visit before or after shopping at Northridge mall. They offer complimentary garlic rolls that are warm, fluffy, and served with a side of barbecue sauce. My favorite starter is the crispy buffalo cauliflower, it's delicious and comes with ranch, buffalo sauce, carrots, and celery. I also ordered the Caesar salad with chicken which is available in both half and full portions. It was fresh and perfectly dressed. Our server was super sweet and attentive. read more

Wood Ranch Northridge - caesar salad with chicken - Barbeque Near Me - Northridge, California

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Great, great, great experience! Make it a 4.5 stars! 1/2! PARKING: plentiful and free! Large mall parking lot! SEATED: fast, zero wait! STAFF: Attentive, friendly and polite! FOOD: Really good! Portions (the salmon was) a bit small but tasted great! Biscuits were good as usual! AMBIENCE: Quiet and peaceful (except for the friend I was with ), natural daylight, nice big, comfortable booths! Will definitely go back, had a wonderful time! No issues at all and the prices were very reasonable! Cool spot to go on a Saturday afternoon around 12p! read more

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Browsing Northridge Fashion Center, my friend and I eyed Wood Ranch, and I agreed to revisit after not having been for over a decade. One of my favorites is their free garlic bread. Our original server was great and always checked in on us, from taking our order to checking in on if we wanted more bread. I ordered the combo brisket and baby back ribs with mac and cheese. The brisket was a bit tough / dry. Since it was thin, it was edible, but the dipping sauce was fairly sweet, making it less enjoyable. The baby back ribs were also lightly brushed with a very sweet sauce. The meat, however, did fall off the bone like the server had described. Halfway into our meal, another server came to check in our drinks, one at a time, and then dropped them off in the incorrect order. Towards the end of the meal, I went in to finish the mac and cheese, which my friend had also ordered. We agreed that it was fairly thick though runny, but there was a missing ingredient, almost as if it were missing a kick and could be better. Overall, service was great, but the food left a little more to be desired. read more

Wood Ranch Northridge - Complimentary Garlic Bread - Barbeque Near Me - Northridge, California

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I came here with my family for a bit of a reunion and were seated quickly. Lighting was typical of a steakhouse. Seating was comfy and it wasn't very loud. I don't remember the name of my waitress but she was very patient with my uncle who was very slow at speaking due to his age. Food didn't take long to arrive and it was spectacular. The pulled pork was so tender and my sides were a baked potato/corn on the cob. Everyone else enjoyed their meal. They brought us an ice cream Sundae for my uncles birthday. I used that pulled pork for two days of left over mixed with other pasta and vegetables and it was still so delicious. This trip only made me want to go to wood ranch more often! read more

Wood Ranch Northridge - Carolina Pulled Pork with corn on the cob/baked potato :) - Barbeque Near Me - Northridge, California

Came for their lunch special which is a great deal! You get 2 sliders of your choice, a soup or salad, and a premium side for 18$! I got the Tri tip bbq sliders, the meat was so tender and sweet from the sauce + with those caramelized onions!!! They were perfect. I got the Mac and cheese as my premium side which was so sticky and cheesy, exactly how I love my Mac. I opted for their soup of the day instead of salad which on Mondays, is the Tri tip mushroom soup!!! I have a fixation on this soup now because maaaan. It might as well be gravy. It's so thick and flavorful. And with the complementary bread it just makes the perfect pair. :p Overall it was a very comforting and warm meal that satisfied my hunger perfectly. We were sat immediately and got a really kind girl as our server. Will be back! read more

Wood Ranch Northridge - Tri tip Natalie's Salad with Mac & Cheese - Barbeque Near Me - Northridge, California

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Came for a drink and ended up with appetizer as well! Visited on a Thursday evening, not too crowded and there was no wait at the bar. (Small wait for those dinning at a regular table/booth). When you first walk in you are greeted by the host who was very pleasant and welcoming. The ambiance is nice with slightly dim lighting. I found a seat at the bar right away and yes they have TV's so you can watch the game! The bartenders were all very nice and attentive and checked on me to make sure everything was ok. My drink was delicious (Berry smash - you can pick vodka or gin). The rolls were so good... soft and warm. I can see this place being super packed on a weekend .... It is located at the northridge mall so you might have to park far in the parking lot since there are other businesses and restaurants around. read more

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Had not been to Wood Ranch in years, so we decided to stop by. I remembered the garlic bread being phenomenal and ordered it again, which probably was not the best choice this time. The food was not bad, just not as great as I remembered, and it was harder to slice than expected. I do have to say I love the shredded onions, those are my favorite. The place is big, but it was actually pretty busy for a Thursday night, so I was hoping for a better experience. That said, the service was great. Overall, this place feels a bit hit or miss for me. read more

Wood Ranch Northridge - Tri-BBQ Tri Tip - Barbeque Near Me - Northridge, California

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I'm not usually a fan of red meat, so I've tended to steer clear of Woodranch in the past - only going there because my friends love it. But a friend recently mentioned how good their chicken is, which I had never ordered before, so I decided to give it a try during happy hour--and I'm glad I did. Right off the bat, they bring out complimentary buttered rolls with garlic, and they are absolutely delicious. Soft, warm, and perfectly buttery with just the right hint of garlic. My friend and I both ordered the BBQ chicken breast plate, which comes with two chicken breasts and two sides. I went with the baked beans and fries, while he chose the corn on the cob and a baked potato, which came with sour cream and chives on the side. Everything was spot on. The chicken was grilled to perfection--juicy, flavorful, and beautifully charred with grill marks. The BBQ sauce had a great balance of sweet and savory. The baked beans had a nice smoky flavor and ideal texture. The fries were just how I like them--crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and well-seasoned. The baked potato had a salted skin and was cooked perfectly, and even the corn on the cob was impressive--charred, juicy, and full of flavor. Service was just as impressive as the food. Pat, our server, was friendly, attentive, and checked on us regularly to make sure everything was just right and our drinks were always topped off. All around, a great experience. I'll definitely be coming back. read more

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We always go here for special dinners especially to celebrate birthdays. The food was always good while the service is hit or missed. Today we decided to try their take out family value meal for 4. We got 2 lbs of tri tips, a whole rack of beef ribs (7 ribs), sweet potatoes mash, Mac n cheese, and roasted broccoli. The meal was a huge disappointment. I don't know if the quality of the meat is different for take out versus dine in but we were not happy with the ribs and tri tips, especially the tri tips. We ordered medium and the tri tip was soooo dry and hard. No one liked the tri tip at all and we usually love it when dining in. It's usually juicy even when sometimes it comes more medium than we would like. The ribs were also on the drier end. The sides were good however the garlic bread rolls were so hard and dry as well. They definitely did not taste fresh. Overall we spent $131.70. First time doing take out and was super disappointed. read more

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David the manager was exceptional he was attentive to everyone including us. I watched him go up and down and deliver food plates like clockwork. Not just managing but all involved It was impressive, the food was good and ambiance awesome. Would definitely come back! Danielle was also sweet and attentive, checking in on us every 10 minutes as it should be despite having multiple tables. read more

Wood Ranch Northridge - Finished eating! - Barbeque Near Me - Northridge, California

We started with a Berry Smash cocktail. OMG! My wife and I shared the combination plate with baby back ribs and beef ribs, with coleslaw and a baked potato. Everything was delicious! Our waiter was Mario, who was terrific!!! read more

A 6-year reunion with friends from over 53 years. We asked for a place away from everyone so we could hear each other. They were so nice to put us toward the back. Dani came and we told we'd chosen this place to meet. She came by several times to see if we needed anything other than the beverages she had brought initially. Finally, after about 1/2 hour, we placed our orders. Food was delicious, warm and tasty. We spoke with the manager and told her how attentive and kind Dani was with us......not to mention patient. We will be back and sooner than 6 years, although 2 of the 4 of us live in Arizona! 3 hours of food, fun, and FRAMILY. read more

Server: Emilio (GREAT SERVICE, involved, friendly, fast) Our experience at Wood Ranch was not the best. To start we had the spinach dip, amazing!!!! After we got the Carolina Pulled Pork. Meat was dry and lacked flavor.Next dish was the Beef brisket, horrible. It was dry and very salted left with a stomach ache. Our sides were corn, stuffed potato, Mac and cheese and roasted broccoli. All our sides were honestly amazing. Lemonade was very very sour and the coke was watered down. Setting was dim lighting with wooden tables and a very old school look. We recommend you try this place it was our first time and unfortunately very upset with the main courses. Our opinions are only for us we only share our experiences! (: read more

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Having dinner at Wood Ranch in Northridge tonight was fantastic! My wife and I had a wonderful time. The customer service was absolutely great. If you're looking for a great dinner spot, Wood Ranch is the way to go. read more

Wood Ranch Northridge - Barbeque Near Me - Northridge, California

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A rare time for us to come here for dinner And dinner was absolutely wonderful. Cheers to our server, IAN who made everything so special. Extra sauce, sauces conversation, a happy attitude something we all need to love him more of these days thank you IAN. We appreciate you. read more

Never dissapoints Always good and consitant service. Nice chill vibes and really good food.

We arrived and was seated immediately. It was slightly crowded but the staff was very pleasant. The food is reasonably priced and there is something for everyone. They have Specialty Drink Specials. The house salad is of the chain. Just come check them out you won't be disappointed. read more

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Surprisingly good place to eat especially their Kids Menu selection. We had 3 kids 9 & under so they were able to find something on the menu. The garlic rolls were hot and amazing. We shared a cheeseburger and it was cooked to perfection, warm on the inside. Service was amazing, there were so many servers, everyone was like a busy bee, taking care of the customers, pretty impressive. Place was clean and nicely laid out with a full sized bar in the middle and booths all around. A definite must try. The staff were very friendly! read more

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This is one of those places that feels like it's frozen in time, and not necessarily in a trendy, retro way. The decor is definitely outdated and hasn't changed in the many years we've been coming here. However, we keep returning for one simple reason: the food is consistently delicious. We started with the spinach-artichoke dip and the fresh salsa. Both were excellent! The dip was creamy and flavorful, and the salsa had a nice, fresh kick. For my main, I had the fresh Atlantic salmon, which was cooked perfectly. The real star of the plate, though, was the signature Mac and Cheese. It was the ultimate comfort food, it tasted just like a really good, homestyle mac and cheese you'd buy from the grocery store and bake at home. In the best way possible! My husband ordered the Wood Ranch Tri Tip and was seriously impressed. He described it as "like eating ribs without the bones." It was juicy, tender, and not at all dry. read more

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Good food, good service. They've got a little bit of everything on their menu. Recently tried their Natalie's Salad and added Tri-tip. Really good and the amount of meat they give is perfect! The rolls they give are also quite delicious! With garlic seasoning and super soft it's hard not to eat more than one lol read more

Wood Ranch Northridge - Natalie's Salad with Tri tip - Barbeque Near Me - Northridge, California

Haven't been here for a long time, last night we were very welcomed by our server Mario and he provided fantastic service. The five star is for Mario. read more

We come everyday for lunch and all the seats were taken, i had to sit behind a brick wall with a closed off section. The hostess girl, Alex, made a huge deal and rather make a scene then allow me to sit in a booth that is available for someone to eat and watch the tvs. A simple "yes" can go a long way. Its tuesday. We come here every week. Only reason 2 stars is the bartender is great here and allowed me sit with ease! Very Strange... read more

Had a great experience once again coming by here. The hosts never fail to strike up a convo as they show us to our seats, and it's always a great first impression. As we are leaving, several also say greetings and it makes a difference. The chicken wings were delicious and crispy, with a good amount of buffalo sauce mixed with them. Our server was very nice and friendly, tending to our needs without us even asking! We loved the baby back slab of ribs and we were so full that we had to to-go the rest. Our server was kind enough to even ask if we wanted some more bread to-go!!! They are always super yummy, and today it felt like they were extra buttered up too. My girlfriend just didn't like the baked beans as a side too much because they were too sweet. We ate well over here and Wood Ranch delivered once again!! read more

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