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Bad to the Bone BBQ
Category: Restaurants Barbeque Barbeque [Edit]
31738 Rancho Veijo RdSte E
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
(949) 218-0227
- Hours:
Mon-Thu, Sun 11 am - 9 pm
Fri-Sat 11 am - 10 pm
- Good for Groups:
- Yes
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Private Lot
- Attire:
- Casual
- Price Range:
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$$
- Good for Kids:
- Yes
- Takes Reservations:
- No
- Delivery:
- Yes
- Take-out:
- Yes
- Waiter Service:
- No
- Outdoor Seating:
- Yes
- Good For:
- Lunch, Dinner
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar
- Noise Level:
- Average
- Ambience:
- Casual
- Has TV:
- Yes
- Caters:
- Yes
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
97 reviews for Bad to the Bone BBQ
Review Highlights
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"and the sweet potato fries were perfect." In 18 reviews -
"the baby back ribs are amazing." In 12 reviews -
"...be dry), while the mac n cheese, beans, and sweet potato..." In 7 reviews
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97 reviews in English
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Review from Wendy B.
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
5/14/2012
YESSS FINALLY!!! A barbecue joint my boyfriend really likes!!! And he knows his barbecue.
We both had babyback ribs and 4 sides (coleslaw, beans, garlic mashed potatoes, and potato salad). Everything was delish! The ribs were perfectly cooked and were tasty as tasty can be.
The ambiance at the bar is pretty darn humorous too. Just regular people debating controversial subjects. Remember - San Juan Cap is as conservative as conservative gets so I was happy to just miss the "did you hear Obama likes the gays" conversation but was pretty darn amused by the "what do you think of John Travolta and all those men" discussion. I'm liberal so I just enjoyed my food, my wine, and then got the heck out of dodge. But I WILL be back. The barbecue is worth it! -
Review from Emily R.
San Clemente, CA
2/24/2012 1 Check-in Here
Atmosphere is awesome. Went on a Friday night and was greeted by a gentleman on a guitar singing some good ol country. Place was pretty busy but the service was fast. Got the 3 meat combo of brisket pulled pork and ribs (can't remember which kind) with fries and macaroni and cheese. Thought me and hubby could share but unfortunately their prices don't match their portions. That is the only thing that holds them from 5 star status.
Otherwise the sauce is great, meat is tender, but the macaroni and cheese was to die for!!!!! Def must have! -
Review from Madde J.
FOOTHILL RNCH, CA
2/12/2012
We took the kids here on a friday night. We got there around 6 and there were plenty of tables to chose from. We got a kidsmeal (hamburger w/ fries), tri tip plate w/ veggies and brisket plate w/ coleslaw. The kids hamburger was just so-so. Nothing special, I think the kids would've liked a happy meal better. The tri tip was pretty good, tender and you get a big portion. I had the brisket and it was very tender and juicy, I liked it and would go back for it. I think my husband would prob opt for my brisket instead of the tri tip if we went back. Im a coleslaw lover and their version was pretty good, a little dry, but good flavor. The veggies were boooring and tasteless, my hubby didnt finish his plate.
A BIG part of good BBQ is good sauce and the bad to the Bone sauce didnt disappoint, not to the point that I would go out and by a bottle of it.. but actually pretty good. The only think that could've been better wouldve been if we had more than 1 sauce to choose from.. most BBQ places has 1 sweet, 1 peppery.etc. But they just had 1 and they dont have extra sauce on the tables (I think they give you some if you ask for it).
An overall good experience, we wanted a sit down restaurant and not a hole in the wall.. and this place is def. not a super swanky 5 star restaurant, but its a nice family restaurant where you can sit inside or outside for an hour or two and enjoy a good meal.
thank you. -
Review from Lilia P.
Long Beach, CA
5/2/2012
I had the best BBQ yesterday at "Bad to the Bone BBQ". The restaurant is decorated in an old western rustic decor. several TV's on the football game, families enjoying their food. As I entered, the my nose was teased with the smell of smoked meats. The smell reminded me of my previous visit, which I enjoyed just as much as today.
I had the 3 meat combo plate, tri tip, brisket, ribs, garlic mash potatoes, coleslaw and a cornmeal muffin with a heffen. Their prices are reasonable I will visit again! -
Review from Tara P.
Mission Viejo, CA
5/8/2012 2 Check-ins Here
This might be the best BBQ I have ever had in the OC. Way better than Lucille's. Their BBQ sauce is amazing as well. I love the BBQ chopped brisket sandwich.
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Review from Brandy U.
San Juan Capistrano, CA
5/17/2012
Ummm....my family and I love this place so hard. Great food, they have a live singer on the weekends. Good alcohol. Great ambiance. The workers are very friendly. My only complaint is it can take a long while to order - the ordering process is longer than average. My favorite item is the BBQ chicken sandwich. My kids always get theimac 'n cheese and my husband usually orders the brisket sandwich. Yum!
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Review from Robert L.
Orange, CA
2/2/2012
Went here for lunch today...it's alright, I guess. Had the combo plate ($10 for 3 meats & 2 sides...good deal). Strange...you gotta order food at the counter, and walk 6 feet to the bar to get your beer or cocktail seperatly.
Anyhow, cool little place with country music in the background, and a small bar. There were a few locals at the bar with me. The bartender (pretty blonde girl) was talking to them and seemed cheerful, but never said a single word to me. Its not like she was busy...there were only 6 at the bar. I think I could have fallen off the barstool dead, and she wouldn't have noticed.
Not a bad experience....maybe for a quick bite, but dont expect old fashion southern hospitality here. -
Review from Tina G.
Anaheim, CA
5/14/2012
Went with the family and had a great time .... prices reasonable, large portions, and friendly staff. Normally we will eat downtown SJC however my brother told us to follow him and try his BBQ place - we loved it way better then some of the other "Famous" places - we will be back!
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Review from susan p.
Newport Beach, CA
4/13/2012 1 Check-in Here
Great ribs !! Chicken was excellent too !
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Review from Michelle S.
Buena Park, CA
I have been chomping at the bit to get over to this place after seeing it on an OC's best list for barbecue. I LOVE beef brisket! Well, the time had come, and my mouth was watering for the whole 35 mile drive. I got there a tad before noon and ordered the beef brisket dinner plate. It came with 2 sides and I got potato salad and ranch beans. When my plate arrived (rather quickly) the brisket looked pretty good, but when I couldn't cut it with my fork, I knew I was in for disappointment. From my first bite, it was chewy, luke warm, and lacked flavor. If it hadn't been for the pretty tasty ranch beans to dip the dry brisket in, I would not have eaten the three slices that I did.
I suspect I was eating last night's leftovers, better suited for Au Jus sandwiches. However, if that is the case, they should only serve dinner plates when the meat is freshly prepared...What a huge disappointment.
I gave the restaurant 3 stars because the sides were most excellent! -
Review from Jason K.
San Juan Capistrano, CA
2/26/2012 9 Check-ins Here
I went to Bad to the Bone the other night I go once or twice a month and I went to use my Yelp coupon and they told me I had to Print it out to use it . If you have to be at the place to check in how do you print out the coupon , I was very upset with this .
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Review from Robert L.
Tustin, CA
12/5/2011
Bad to the bone BBQ had some great reviews for their St Louis ribs, so we decided to try it out on our way down to Dana point.
I started having doubts when I first ordered at the counter. When I asked which type of ribs the cashier liked the most, she had no answer and said they were all kind of the same. Then when I asked if they had sweet tea, she said yes when they didn't. Luckily she let me try it before I bought it, so when I realized it was just iced tea I got water instead.
We ordered a full track of St. Louis ribs with fries and corn. The ribs were honestly pretty bad and disappointing. The bulk of the ribs were dry and tough, with the thinner end being a little better. I had to really work at the ribs to get at the meat, which did not come off the bone cleanly. There was no caramelization or bark either, and most of the flavor came from the overly vinegary sauce. I don't know if we just got a bad rack that wasn't cooked properly or what. The fries were ordinary, though they lacked flavor and were not crispy enough. The corn on the cob was pretty good -- grilled and buttery.
I was hoping to find some good ribs somewhere closer than Phil's; unfortunately this place wasn't it.Listed in: Ribs and BBQ!
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Review from Scott E.
El Toro, CA
10/21/2011
Look, FIRST you know you want to go there simply because the name is so awesome.
I remember going years ago on the second day it was open. Marty, the owner, was there running around like a crazy person. He is the SECOND reason you want to go there. Its comforting to support people that you like. He is a genuinely good guy.
The THIRD reason you want to go there is the meat. No to downplay the sides, the salads, the desserts, etc, but ... c'mon ... its BBQ. There is something wrong with a person that goes to a BBQ joint for "coleslaw". Thats like going to an ice cream parlor for soda. Silly ...
The meat at BTTB is smoked. "Well duh .... of course its smoked Scott its BBQ. What are you smoking?" No, no ... there are a lot of other BBQ places that "smoke" their meat for a little while and then grill it to finish the cooking process. Marty's meat is COOKED in the smoker. ALL OF THE TRI TIP is pink. Its not pink a quarter of the way through. Its ALL pink and smoky and wonderful and making me drool.
The pork, the ribs, the chicken, the beef, the sausage, the ... EVERYTHING is great. More importantly its cooked like BBQ SHOULD be cooked.
If that were NOT ENOUGH the FOURTH reason you want to go is the price. Somehow the BEST BBQ meat is the cheapest BBQ meat. I have no idea how this works, but it does.
Recap: One ... name ... awesome ... has its own song. Two ... Marty ... awesome ... still working on song. Three ... meat ... awesome ... has its own song (http://www.youtube.com...). Four ... Price ... low ... needs no song, you can create your own.
Final note: if they have smoked prime rib ... TRY IT ... Its a little bit of wonderful.Listed in: Burgers Of Joy
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Review from Jd G.
Encino, CA
3/8/2012 1 Check-in Here
AWESOME FOOD! Fun employees and a great atmosphere. Food prices are average but I though the beer was a little overpriced.
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Review from Monique K.
Santa Monica, CA
11/20/2011
I am almost positive Heaven smells like the inside of Bad to the Bone BBQ. This stuff is soo good, it's bad...
If you're in the mood to be bad, do it here! Fall off the wagon, cheat on your acai bowl, take a day off your diet, and get down and dirty with some BBQ - it's just so good to be bad.
There really is nothing bad here! The only bad thing I can really find about this place is that the smell of it is intoxicating - it's made me do things I would never ordinarily do and eat very baddd amounts of wonderfully cooked, fall off the bone, its THAT good kind of BBQ. So good that I almost feel bad for the chicken - and then feel really content with my decision to give up veganism.
Bad thing #2: messy & heavenly BBQ smell sticks to you, which could get you in trouble. If you're going to be bad, always have an alibi and make sure you wipe that BBQ sauce off your chin before meeting with your trainer.
Yesterday was a good day to be very bad, so I braved the smell of pure BBQ bliss to pick up some trays of chicken, pulled pork, and brisket at Bad to the Bone. Knowing how good it is, and knowing that everyone at the Western-themed party I was headed to would agree, I picked up A LOT more BBQ than these cowboys and cowgirls could possibly eat.
Needless to say, I'm glad I got my 3 plates full of the sinfully delicious trifecta of meats because there was NOTHING left by the end of the party - not a bite, not even the bones! I'm pretty sure people loved it down to the bone, and then some. So that was good.... Bad for me and my hopes and dreams of that lingering smell of BBQ from leftovers waiting for me in the fridge.
Bad to the Bone is good - like goood, good. And, like any good BBQ place, this spot has a wide array of menu items to choose from (another bad thing - too much good stuff). Get their Carolina pulled pork and "famous" BBQ chicken. They take their time and slow cook these bad boys in wood burning pits. Definitely gives the meat that wonderful smoky flavor that melts in your mouth in your mouth and makes you believe you've died and gone to BBQ heaven.
Bad to the Bone is so good and gives the word "bad" a whole new meaning.Listed in: OC Favorites
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Review from Dave P.
Laguna Niguel, CA
10/24/2011
I heard about Bad to the Bone on this one guy's foodblog, Just Ribs, awhile ago and have been wanting to try them out. I have to give them the highest rating just because they are making an attempt at real American BBQ and doing it here in the deep south of OC, a wasteland when it comes to authenticity of any kind.
BBQ is smoke. When I go to a BBQ I'm going to order what? Smoked ribs, of course. Do I want ribs that were cooked in an oven? No. I want ribs that are imparted with the flavor of a wood fire. Do you grill ribs? No. That is something completely different. Dave grills Ribeyes, and smokes ribs.
I ordered St Louis Ribs and a few sides (sides don't matter). The pink smoke ring was clearly marked on them ribs. These pork ribs were tasting of smokiness and were juicy. The ribs were good and warm. There was a perfect amount of spicy rub on the ribs. The ribs didn't need a lot of sauce. More importantly, the ribs had little to NO fat! It's that fat that melts off as you smoke them ribs for hours and flavors the meat. You don't want fatty ribs. You DON'T want them.
What is St Louis ribs? St Louis is the "cut" of the pig's rib. It's not the "baby back", but the spareribs minus the "rib tips." Spareribs are very delicious and are flatter than "baby backs." I like the St Louis cut, because sometimes I just like to deal with the bones. Cutting off the rib tips removes the more cartilegiest parts of the spareribs. But hey, rib tips can be meaty and delicious too. When I smoke my ribs at home I usually make the St Louis cut mostly so I can see a clear delineation of done-ness on the rib, when the meat pulls away from the bone. It's all good though.
Bad to the Bone is a great BBQ place. The atmosphere or ambiance was perfect for a BBQ joint. Although ambiance never factors into my ratings one bit. The service was really good at times and a bit lame at other times. Service almost never factors into my score unless it is so atrociously bad, like Nalus. I only care about how the food tastes. Now, even though I would use a slightly different rub and sauce for my ribs at home, I still think B2theB is a five star BBQ place based on their preparation of smoked ribs.Listed in: So. Cunty BBQ
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Review from Doug M.
San Juan Capistrano, CA
Updated - 12/18/2011
Ok, this is the best BBQ west of TX and Southwest of MO ! But, only if you stick to their very best dishes. They are in this order:
1. Cowboy Ribeye
2. Baby Back Ribs
3. any of their Burgers
side salad with ranch on side (mix in some BBQ sauce with the dressing) and sweet potato fries are the two best sides.
You must request extra BBQ sauce (they stopped putting it in large bottles). The Sauce is great with everything they serve, including mixed into the salad dressing. -
Review from Mike W.
Orange, CA
1/18/2012 9 Check-ins Here
Smokehouse burger with ranch beans and fries, enough said. Let us not forget the pulled pork nachos are amazing. Western decor for a western style town. Some of the best BBQ I've had!
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Review from Christopher A.
Van Nuys, CA
2/13/2012 1 Check-in Here
Great hole-in-the-wall style BBQ with delicious smells as soon as you walk in. The pork and tri-tip is fantastic and spend the extra $1 for the sweet potato fries, they are totally worth it!!
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Review from samantha s.
West Sacramento, CA
10/2/2011
This is a review for lunch and catering (BTTB catered my wedding in July). This is absolutely bar far the BEST BBQ I have ever eaten in California. Here's a run down of what I've eaten: Brisket, pulled pork, BBQ chicken, ribs, mac n cheese, basked beans (which has brisket in IT!), corn bread, fruit skewers. People still talk about the food from our wedding.
You may be thinking BBQ, isn't that too casual for a wedding? Not at all. Marty and Mary (the owners) did an amazing job, they personally handle your big event. There was a slight misunderstanding with the "bar", but everything else was just perfect. Of all of my wedding day vendors, BTTB impressed me the most.
I still have dreams about the beans and pulled pork, I only wish I didn't like 400+ miles away, I would eat there every day. -
Review from James S.
San Juan Capistrano, CA
1/7/2012 1 Check-in Here
Living now in South Orange County for just over 8 months, finding local independent places with personalty and quality food that stand out can be a challenge. Bad to the Bone delivers on both those fronts.
First off, the service is excellent, they went out of their way to help our group of 5 find a table, make sure our orders went to the right place, and kept checking on us multiple times.
Second, the level of BBQ is very good to great, to go along with a full service bar and brewery.
Third, even though it seems like a silly thing, often times being with a group and having one check can be a bit of a mess. Bad to the Bone is the best of both worlds, you order first and pay on your own, but never feeling like its fast food or lesser the quality or service of a full service restaurant.
If you are in the south orange county area and are looking for something other than a chain restaurant in a mall or shopping center, definitely give this place a try. -
Review from Marla G.
Lake Forest, CA
9/24/2011 2 Check-ins Here
2nd time here for lunch. Had a lunch special that came with choice of 2 sides. I like the price. Very good BBQ Brisket. I like the French Fries as my side and the green salad was fresh, unfortunately I got the wrong dressing on it. I should of gone up to exchange it but at a little of the salad. I'm just can't stand the taste of blue cheese. I tried.
Service was good. The restaurant is spacious.
Just read that they closed their San Clemente restaurant. Sorry to hear that. -
Review from Julian F.
Irvine, CA
10/8/2011
Our family had an event at Zoomar's petting zoo in San Juan Capistrano. We ordered food for 30 people, Ribs, Chicken, BBQ Corn, Ranch Beans, Corn Bread, Mac n' Cheese. Our order was for 11:00AM, today. I got there a little early, paid the tab and my food was ready exactly on time. The food was nicely wrapped in sturdy aluminum. We got all the plates and utensils we needed, including some good quality serving utensils. At the party, everyone thoroughly enjoyed the food. It was excellently prepared and nicely seasoned... delicious!
It was also reasonably priced. Great job all around.
It's very rare to enjoy a process so carefully executed without any disappointment at all. -
Review from Christine M.
San Clemente, CA
6/28/2011
They catered our event in the park and we were so delighted. They brought their food trucks, all the fixings and servers.
They did a fantastic job. Not only was their food delicious, these guys did an awesome job making sure that nothing was empty, everything was tidy and people got what they wanted.
Awesome! -
Review from Jen Y.
11/26/2011
So great to find a laid back, non-chain BBQ place. We went with a group and tried almost all the meats -- St Louis ribs, tri-tip and chicken were our faves. Brisket and baby-back ribs were just a little dry. Fried okra was awesome! Also had a great spinach salad. All in all a positive experience. Service was also fast and friendly.
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Review from Ava R.
Anaheim, CA
3/13/2012 1 Check-in Here
Reading through the reviews AFTER I went to Bad to the Bone, I learned that "Carolina Style" means lots of vinegar. Wish I had read that before I went. I did not like the barbecue sauce -- and they only have the one. That being said, I had the pulled pork which was tender and flavorful. Thankfully, they don't over sauce the meat but put extra on the side. Even the little bit of sauce that was on the meat was almost too much for me. Next time I would order with NO sauce or order something that doesn't "require" sauce. They had wonderful looking salads and burgers. I enjoyed my sides far more than my meat. The grilled vegetables were fabulous and the garlic bashed potatoes were tasty. I ordered wine in the food line -- didn't have to go to the bar for it. The peach cobbler a la mode was just like Mom used to make. Best part of the whole meal. The servers were friendly and efficient. We were there to present an award to a club member and one of the servers saw us start to take pictures. She ran right over and offered to do it so we could all be in the photos. Overall a very pleasant evening.
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Review from Jack G.
Fontana, CA
1/31/2011
Fastraunt concept... you order at the counter and they bring the food. Full bar in-house.
I started the night off with a local hefe from Capistrano Brewing Co. Excellent choice, Jack.
I ordered a three meat platter consisting of generous servings of St. Louis style ribs, sausage, and pulled pork. I also had two sides, beans and onion rings.
They sauce the meat for you, which is just fine with me because I like it that way. They don't overdo it. I was afraid I wouldn't like the sauce, because the menu mentioned "Carolina style", and that usually means lots of vinegar, which I hate. That wasn't the case... the sauce was perfect.
The ribs were excellent, as in fall off the bone tender and moist. The sausage was weird at first, because it has the consistency of a hot dog, but I quickly warmed up to their take on hot links. The pulled pork was also wonderful, with a nice, strong porky flavor complementing the smoke.
Beans were a small serving and not all that impressive. The onion rings were excellent and there were lots of them. -
Review from Rod H.
San Clemente, CA
3/18/2012
I happen to be a two to three times a week regular and I have found that Marty always tries to better the food he prepares, for instance ,take his chicken tenders ,where the prepared flat and usually over fried type,and now that he has instituted his own breading technique,and. Improved the chicken tenders he gets ,OH, what a change, large ,plump,moist,and well worth trying if you have not...As for the breading he uses now ,also improved his onion rings,and any batter,breaded item on his new menu.
His new menu includes many new items as well, He has added new hamburgers to die for,and my favorite the BLT,with avocado,on grilled sourdough bread,is great.
His new fresh cut French fries are an improvement over the old ones.
What a lot of folks. Don't know ,he prepares a daily special menu,that changes each day,and gives one a great variety of choices daily.just ask for the daily specials menu.
I truly enjoy coming in on a regular basis,and will continue to do so as long as Marty keeps up grading ,and doing a great job...Thanks Marty... -
Review from FIONA M.
Aliso Viejo, CA
2/19/2011 4 Check-ins Here
4.5 stars
I never understood why people love Lucille's BBQ. I've given the place plenty of tries and I am just not impressed. Why wait in such long lines for some mediocre BBQ?
All it took was one bite and I fell madly in love with Bad to the Bone. This place is a total hidden gem! The place is never too crowded. The ribs come right off the bone. The meats are so tender and juicy. There is absolutely no need for BBQ sauce! I have tried all the meats - tri tip, brisket, pulled pork...and they are all made to perfection every time. My go to sides are the fried okra and sweet potato fries.
If Bad to the Bone was just a little closer to where I live, I would definitely come here once a week. -
Review from Alex P.
Aliso Viejo, CA
12/31/2011
Southern Orange County does not have enough non franchise independent restaurants. Bad to the Bone is a great find for great BBQ in a sea of chain restaurants.
There can be a wait, mainly because they wont cook it until there is a seat in the restaurant available, which makes sense. -
Review from Jim H.
Aliso Viejo, CA
11/23/2010 6 Check-ins Here
Since I'm the Duke, I guess I should review this place.
Simply put, this is the best Barbecue in Orange County. It beats Lucilles by a mile (I've gotten food poisoning the last 2 times I ate at Lucilles) and it's more consistent then Johnny Rebs.
The brisket has the perfect pink smoke ring under the lightly charred crust. The pork ribs fall right off the bone. The sausages taste homemade, and are just spicy enough.
I can't speak about any of the other meats. The onion rings are awesome, the fries good, the slaw just tart enough. The only thing they have that I don't really care for is the potatoe salad. It was just... meh.
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Review from Aaron P.
Oceanside, CA
1/4/2011 1 Check-in Here
Very good bar-b-que. I looked this place up on Yelp for a quick place to eat after a day out at San Juan Capistrano and found this. Bar-b-que sauce is awesome. Sweet potato fries with honey mustard are a must-have, as well as anything with pulled pork or brisket.
Food A+
Service A (Self order, self service drinks)
Price B
Overall A -
Review from John C.
San Clemente, CA
9/4/2011 1 Check-in Here
If I could give this place zero stars I would! Brought 10 people in. Tried to order bulk food so we could eat family style. They refused. Purely a greed play. Ruined what should have been a great night. I used to eat here monthly. I am done as it cost $25+ each without drinks. Way too expensive for just average BBQ!
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Review from Yvette U.
Murrieta, CA
4/17/2011 1 Check-in Here
Great BBQ place! Food was made to order. Service was great, very friendly staff. Although, it would have great to know that there was a kid's menu before we ordered. Way better BBQ place to eat at then Lucille's. Can't wait to come back and try other items on the menu.
Had the Carolina Pulled Pork, sweet potato fries, & ranch beans. Family ordered beef ribs, baby back ribs, brisket burger with fries & fried okra. Everyone was happy and full. -
Review from Brian L.
Irvine, CA
3/25/2011
Good burgers, good BBQ, huge nacho portions, great beer. We venture to this place during our work lunches and they have really good lunch specials. Their BBQ sauce and sweet potato fries are also really good.
I haven't tried all the meats yet, but I'll definitely be back. -
Review from John L.
Lake Forest, CA
4/24/2011
First off i would love to say that this is my NEW BBQ PLACE!!!!!
i found a new home.
Great food, Great beer,
the only thing i found odd about it was that there was no servers, its a order up front and they will bring your food out..
Didn't bother me at all!!! Loved it , ill keep going! -
Review from Christine V.
Stanton, CA
9/13/2011
I only wish I lived closer. The BBQ here was PHENOMENAL! Today I had the chopped brisket sandwich....O.M.G! The sandwich was just the right size (although when I was done, I seriously contemplated getting another)...and the sweet potato fries were perfect! I look forward to going back next week and seeing what kind of trouble I can get myself into.
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Review from Paul K.
San Clemente, CA
Updated - 9/9/2011
Just a heads up - the San Clemente location of Bad to the Bone is now closed so the SJC location is the only one left.
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3/1/2011
Best ribs I've found so far in South Orange County. Consistent quality, plenty of food, quick… Read more »
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Review from Christine J.
San Ramon, CA
9/21/2011 1 Check-in Here
Best bbg since I've moved to California from Kentucky. Brisket was awesome. Mac and cheese yummy
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Review from Ryan K.
Laguna Niguel, CA
7/19/2010
Any place that plays country music, has a full bar and serves great BBQ starts with an automatic 5 star.
Boys and girls variety is the spice of life! Normally I get my usual Thai takeout or Carl's Jr. or just eat leftovers at home. Recently though I've been wanting to do things I've never done before, go places I've never been and meet people I've never met before!
For many of you this comes natural but for me not so much. I'm used to going to my usual bar or restaurant and knowing everyone; staff and patrons alike. Not so much here I knew nobody felt kinda out of my comfort zone and second the notion of coming here in the first place. I was the only asian dude there. But in a way I actually felt like I fit in. No hipsters, wannabees, haters there. Just good people and regs having a good time enjoying great food.
They serve one great Amber Ale. The brisket sandwich was amazing. The beans... Fuh-get-about it...and the potato salad....;)
See I've been craving BBQ and am going to Nashville next month. Gonna go to Joe's and get all the BBQ and country music I can bear.
"Add in longer hours, a dance floor rocking country music and this is a total 6 star review. Add in longer hours and it a no-brainer 5 star establishment."
Can I get a takeback? Forget the dance floor and longer hours. Great BBQ and beer is all one needs to die happy ;)Listed in: The Best of OC/LA Authentic…
