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Doctor Hogly Wogly's Tyler Texas Bar-B-Que
- Hours:
Mon-Sun 11:30 am - 10 pm
- Good for Kids:
- Yes
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Private Lot
- Attire:
- Casual
- Good for Groups:
- Yes
- Price Range:
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$$
- Takes Reservations:
- No
- Delivery:
- No
- Take-out:
- Yes
- Waiter Service:
- Yes
- Outdoor Seating:
- Yes
- Wi-Fi:
- No
- Good For:
- Lunch, Dinner
- Alcohol:
- Beer & Wine Only
- Noise Level:
- Average
- Ambience:
- Dive-y, Casual
- Has TV:
- No
- Caters:
- Yes
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
446 reviews for Doctor Hogly Wogly's Tyler Texas Bar-B-Que
Review Highlights
"Beef ribs are delicious and meaty."
(in 116 reviews)
"I love the ham sandwich, and the brisket."
(in 251 reviews)
"And the baked beans are killer too."
(in 79 reviews)
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446 reviews in English
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Review from Chowster X.
Los Angeles, CA
2/8/2012
This is Melt in your Mouth Texas BBQ!
Went to lunch here today and thought it was definitely worthy of a yelp! Since its my first time trying Texas Barbeque, I'll give it 4 stars, but I might upgrade to 5 after I compare a few other options. I didn't know what to expect when I entered. As soon as you walk through the front door there's a subtle smell of delicious barbeque that lures you in further. There menu was easy to select from and the service was stellar!
I ordered the barbeque spare ribs with baked beans and received a healthy serving of 3 large, tender, barbeque pork ribs, a ramekin of super delicious baked beans and half a loaf of white bread. I also tasted the hot links and the coleslaw. Everything was mouth-watering and delicious!
The locale is vintage so if you're looking for "fu-fu shi-shi", then go someplace else. But if you are looking for a great place to eat barbeque, where the portions are perfect and fairly priced, the quality is stellar, the waitresses have character and you're not afraid of paper napkins, then check this place out!
Cash only. -
Review from Joni S.
Camarillo, CA
2/9/2012
I don't know what the big deal about this place is. I've been here once a few years ago and what I do remember is not caring too much for their BBQ. I'd rather go to Bear Pit (http://www.yelp.com/bi...).
The brisket was dry. Sausages were mediocre and the cleanliness of the restaurant itself was a little questionable.
Overall, I've been to Texas a couple times and it doesn't par up. -
Review from Sarah K.
2/8/2012 1 Check-in Here
YES
YES
YES
It's been a few days since I went here and I CRAAAAAAAVE it again!!
We got the beef ribs and brisket - delicious! The juice/sauce - extra delicious!
The bread - delicious!
The steak fries - delicious!
I also really liked the baked beans - delicious!
The service was great at keeping our drinks filled, and did a great job wrapping up the left overs. I also like how they asked if we had dogs at home and if we wanted to keep the beef rib bones if we did.
Comfortable decor, delicious food. Can't wait to go again! -
Review from pete c.
Reseda, CA
2/9/2012 1 Check-in Here
The brisket here is pretty amazing! 1/2 lb. beef brisket is a lot of meat. It can probably feed 2-3 people. I finished it myself, but I was full when I finished half of it. But it was so good, I couldn't stop until I finished everything.
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Review from Trishia P.
Long Beach, CA
1/29/2012 1 Check-in Here
Back when I lived in Northridge, my boyfriend and I ate here like at least once every two weeks. Yes, its kind of divey as its a little trailer shack on Sepulveda. But they keep the booths clean and the servers are really friendly. My boyfriend found out about it on, "Non-stop LA" since this was BY (before Yelp).
I think back then I would have definitely gave them five stars. But now that I've been to Naples Rib Company (in Long Beach and in Newport) I have to say their spare ribs are WAYYYY better. But the Dr's are pretty tasty!!
However, my best eats are
-Baked Beans fo'sho!
-BBQ sauce in the red bottle with a dab of sweet sauce is perfection!
-Coleslaw
-Mac Salad - mixed with my baked beans ..YUM!
-moist and meaty BRISKET ... =)
-Hotlinks - juicy and beefy
- I love dipping the bread in the au jus from brisket plate.
-Wash it down with an ARNOLD PALMER!
All that for about $25 bucks? Can't beat that! -
Review from Michael D.
Santa Clarita, CA
1/23/2012
It's official, this place is number one! I was depressed that Mr. Cecil's closed down and then I came here and said "Cecil who?"
Let's start with the baked beans. I don't know what they did in the kitchen but these beans were from my imagination. No human can make food like this?
I tried the macaroni salad, baked beans, brisket, beef ribs and the bread. I carefully chose that combo because they make everything right on the spot. I asked the server but I could have know that without asking because no one has made stuff like this in Los Angeles.
I wanted to much to finish everything and lick the plate like a savage but I forced myself to get a to-go box and take some home so everyone could have a taste. That's when you know it's good, when I actually want someone else to witness this!
Many kudos to my brother in-law for bringing me here because I would have never believed that humans can make food like this. This is not hype. This is for real! I can't wait until I go back because I'm gonna order the baby back ribs and give them a shot. I'm sure they will be just as good as the beef and I will come back to Yelp and share them with you all.
Give it a shot and you'll see for yourself! -
Review from Mike M.
1/16/2012 1 Check-in Here
I was here once about 35 years ago when I lived with my folks in the valley. When the time came to meet up with an uncle, we both thought of this place as a convenient meeting location.
What a dive. It's like a log cabin feel on the indoors. Warm and cozy but and old and dusty feel. 5pm on a Sunday and it was 2/3 full. The staff was really friendly from the start. We got hooked up with twin booths for our party of 6 and the removed the center wall. Hokey but effective. Iced tea and lemonade in big pitchers beckoned. I took the Arnold Palmer approach. I wish they used mason jars but no biggie.
The menu was pretty simple. Beef ribs, pork ribs (regular or center cut), brisket, chicken, ham, hot links. One, two or three meat combo plates. You get two sides...macaroni salad, beans, cole slaw or potato salad. The portions are HUGE. For good BBQ, it can get really expensive. For an enormous plate and two sides, it's only about $20.
I have had a lot better BBQ. Bludso's is the freakin' bomb as far as taste of entrees and side dishes. Here at the Doctor's, I can bring my family, park, get served with a friendly staff and real dishes and still enjoy some decent meat. I wish they had better side dishes here. The white read was okay but I'd prefer cornbread. The beans were tasty but had the consistency of refried beans. The coleslaw was bland. The macaroni salad was much better had too much mayonnaise. The French fries were pretty good, though.
The leftovers were dumped into a plastic bag and filled us up the next night, too. The service was perfect and the family reunion was a great success. I highly recommend this place for a gluttonous meaty expedition. -
Review from Julio M.
South Pasadena, CA
1/13/2012
Meat lovers you may have found Nirvana. The beef brisket is out of this world good, i think i just came in my pants.
Ribs are tender with the best BBQ sauce I have ever had: mix the hot and regular together. The beans are incredible sweet and savory. Mmmm They served it with white bread.
The decor is some type of hillbilly 70s - just adds the perfect touch. Waitstaff is great - they are sassy. Think of Flo from Alice (aka Mel, Kiss My Grits!).
This place is so good that you will stuff yourself till you feel like you need a colonic.
Esquire Magazine list this place as one of the 20 best places for BBQ in America.
Location (Van Nuys) - just adds to the experience. Used to be a billboard for Bobs Classy Lady (best name for as strip club - MIssy Kitty's is second). -
Review from Nancy L.
Sherman Oaks, Los Angeles, CA
1/15/2012
Ugh. Gross.
Service was meh. Our server made awkwardly inappropriate jokes that left me super uncomfortable.
We ordered some fries cause sandwiches just come with beans, but they sent em out way too early. Beans are too sweet and chunky, like a puree :( and then the sandwich was just awful. Giant slabs of wet meat on a soft, mushy bun, meant that it became a very disgusting mess very quickly. I left hungry and sad that my boyfriend spent money on s very meh place. Def won't be returning again.
Decor and music was great though: small but looks like a cabin, playing music from the 60's-70's. I'll give em that -
Review from Max T.
Los Angeles, CA
1/27/2012
Meh. Bland hot link. Mediocre spare ribs. The brisket was pretty ok. So much water on the plate. Bread was warm and fresh. That was nice. Service was good. Oh potato salad was weird and sweet and yellow. Kind of like what you'd get in a gallon container at food for less.
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Review from Miguel R.
12/20/2011
On my way here with my BF and some fantastic new friends I was wondering? Why is this place called Dr. Hogly Wogly's? Were we going to some sort of southern or midwestern traveling apothecary or something like that for some loud and longwinded spiel and a bogus tonic? I was confused but I had seen Dr. Hogly Wogly's reviewed many times on Yelp before so it was not that unfamiliar to me to hear that strange name.
The place is quite ugly on the outside and on the inside kitsch reigns - they have some horrid landscape paintings with muted colors straight out of the early 70's. There were straw wrappers and napkins here and there on the floor. It was kind of UGLY WUGLY really....
However, Hogly Wogly's is a real show if you get the right waitress! We got a real funny one that really loves to entertain her guests. She has an arsenal of "magic straws" and "fortune toothpicks". She said they were fortune toothpicks because you are fortunate you get them haha! I asked her why the straws were magic and she said,"They're magic because they are...SHAZAMMM!!!!" Of course she made a magic hand gesture and it was delivered with a southern twang and sass that rocked the whole restaurant! She never lets up! She really enjoys her job and I give her lots of credit for it. To be honest this place is 4 stars because of her. Otherwise it would be three stars.
We ordered beef ribs, pork ribs and brisket ($25.95). I have had better ribs in terms of BBQ sauce and meat preparation. The ribs were a bit too cooked on the edges and a bit undercooked in the center. The sauce is good and it is different but I much prefer sweeter sauces. They are nice enough here to give you extra sauce in a small pitcher like thing. The baked beans here are quite delicious and they are unique too!
There are plenty of napkins and they give you wet wipes when you finish.
Service here is really great! Come here at least to enjoy the antics of the waitress we had. Hopefully you will be as lucky as we were. She is one in a million!Listed in: Quirky Los Angeles
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Review from Jamie C.
My friend and I dined in on at Dr. Hogly's on a Thursday for dinner around 8pm and to my surprise there was no wait, in fact many open tables, unusual in my past experience at this BBQ joint.
Drinks came quick, in-hand as fast as the server took note, cold bottled Heini and glass of water!
Service is great here, the pace of food and drink is quick, but I never felt rushed.
Immediately after we placed our entree order our sides orders were dropped: coleslaw and carbs (potato salad, freshly baked rolls with butter on the side and thick steak cut fries). The sides here are always good and devoured!
So glad my friend and I ordered the Brisket and Chicken Combo, it's enough to share and take home for two! The combo plate was stacked, served hot and steamy, topped with crinkle cut crunchy pickles. Both proteins were satisfying, juicy, tender and generous. If you need bbq sauce they offer mild, (thick) and spicy (runny/thin).
Save room for the homemade sweet potato pie-it is moist I tell ya! ;)
Parking is sparse with a few spots on Sepulveda Blvd. and on the side of Dr. Hogly's but certainly worth the BBQ that awaits you! -
Review from Lindsay A.
Los Angeles, CA
1/20/2012
Being from the midwest, I felt like home when we walked in! No wait on a Friday night and all booths with busy waitresses running about. The menu looks pricey but the 3 combo can feed 4 no joke! The biggest ribs I've ever seen! The sauce is sweeter but its delicious. Gotta come back here with more friends!
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Review from Christopher C.
Sherman Oaks, CA
12/13/2011
Dr. Hogly Wogly's is hands down one of the best BBQ joints in all of Los Angeles. This place does traditional Texas BBQ and to a man, ask a Texan and they'll most likely tell you this is as authentic as it'll get this side of Tyler, Texas.
This is a no frills place, almost like a relic of the 70's with formica table tops, pho-leather booths and wood paneling. However, you're not frequenting Dr. Hogly Wogly's for the ambeiance. You're here to eat meat and lots of it and the servers are more than willing to oblige your desires.
Be advised, portions here are Texas sized. A plate of beef ribs can feed a small family. The brisket can fill a footlong sandwich and there is enough hot links to serve a tailgate. My standbys at this place are the brisket, which literally falls apart from the touch. It's so moist and tender and it'll leave you wanting more. The Texas Hot Links are also very flavorful and because Texas style BBQ is wet, you're going to get a lot of flavors out of their competition level BBQ sauce.
Aside from the proteins, the sides are not to miss either. The baked beans has just the right amount of brown sugar to lend it some sweetness, but isn't overwhelming like most canned products. The macaroni salad is divine, possessing not too much mayo, but still enough for it to be flavorful with their seasoning mixes. The loafs are pre-buttered so be aware if you're not a fan of buttered loafs.
Overall, this place offers all the comforts of a good home cooked meal, that is if you live on a farm and smoke your protein for meals daily. It's one of my stand-by's and you should obviously put it on your list for yours...and if you have enough room in your stomach after you finish the meal, and that's a big if, you should also try their pecan pies. -
Review from Ann C.
Los Angeles, CA
12/12/2011 1 Check-in Here
My hubby and I LOVE... yes, LOVE this place.
Here are my little tidbits of love:
First of all, unlike some other BBQ places, they're open on Sundays. So, when you're really craving BBQ, they're there for you. However, since this is a much demanded date, especially after church, order out to beat the line and save the tip.
And, as a Tee-has BBQ joint, get the brisket and beef ribs! PERIOD. -
Review from Joe D.
Burbank, CA
1/23/2012
DAMN!!! I tell you..... This place is the bomb! Outstanding ribs and chicken. Consider sharing a two item combo with another person to soften the cost and to prevent from taking two large bags of food home. Service is great and the BBQ is off the charts! Great job Hogly Wogly!!!
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Review from Kevin F.
Van Nuys, CA
11/26/2011
GET THE BRISKET!
You won't find better brisket in L.A.
The sides are great too- the bread, the beans, the fries. Great stuff.
Very friendly service, very short wait from ordering to receiving the goods, and great-sized portions.
Totally worth it. -
Review from Ann L.
Shadow Hills, Los Angeles, CA
1/23/2012
5 people went in with high expectations - ALL 5 of us were disappointed. Food was slathered in BBQ sauce which made it difficult to taste the meat. The BBQ sauce itself was mediocre at best - we all agreed it was too sweet. My beef ribs were exceptionally fatty and the meat was tough. The baby backs were skimpy with the meat. The sandwich my friend ordered had wet, BBQ sauce laden meat - soaked the bun. Side dishes tasted liked canned or prepackaged food. Service was slow.
There are FAR better BBQ places in LA County - beats me why people rave about this place.
We came....we saw....we ate....we will never return! -
Review from keith f.
WOODLAND HLS, CA
2/1/2012
Sometimes a pretty long wait to get a table as this place is small. But the brisket is killer (sometimes a bit fatty). But OMG, the mac salad. I don't like raw onions and I don't like mayo, but this mac salad has plenty of both and I LOVE IT. I always order double mac salad with my order.
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Review from Julie L.
12/13/2011 2 photos
y first impression was, "Doctor Hogly Wogly's Tyler Texas Bar-B-Que...what a tongue twister!"
The name makes it feel all southern, and so does the feel of the building when you walk into a simple building planted on Sepulveda Blvd. It seems like a friendly, local joint that is popular among the Valley crowd. My boyfriend and I were attracted by the name, and the photos, and we were feeling for some Bar-B-Que for dinner. The service was good, off the bat the waitresses were friendly and funny too. But when our food came out we were quite disappointed. We ordered the Texas style hot links, sliced beef brisket, and spareribs with a side of macaroni salad, baked bread, and baked beans. The meat was very tough and hard to chew, the sauce was mediocre, and the only thing that was amazing about the meal were the baked beans. The baked beans were probably the best I ever had. What especially saddened me was their "freshly baked bread," which is apparently one thing they are known for. They were just plain rolls with melted butter on top, but it wasn't anything special.
The lasting impression? "The baked beans saved the day!"Listed in: Valley Ventures
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Review from Mollie C.
Los Angeles, CA
11/2/2011
I went here last weekend with my family and family friends. Highly recommended by family friends from out of town, Dr. Hogly Wogly's did not disappoint. We arrived around 730pm on a Friday night. The restaurant was busy, but that didn't stop the great service. It took us less time to sit down, order, and eat... than it did to drive from Glendale to Van Nuys (~15 miles). We never felt rushed.
Food: Beef Briscuit - juicy and tender. Pork is good. Ribs - great. Macaroni salad is a bit bland, but with BBQ sauce or Hot Sauce- darn good. Baked Beans taste great. A sandwich ($9) is good sized for one person - lots of whatever beef or chicken you order. The 2 way combo (~ $23) is enough for 2 people. Beer and Wine are very reasonably priced. Pecan Pie is warm, soft, wow. Spumoni ice cream is two scoops of joy. Cheesecake is a crowd favorite. Good for a group, kids. It can get noisy, but it's not bad. If you want a little quieter, go to the side seating area (as opposed to the main room). On a warm night you can also sit on the outdoor patio. Enjoy!
Highly recommend take-out for game days! -
Review from Jackie K.
10/17/2011
Probably the best customer service I have ever received. A few friends and I were craving bbq after watching 2.5 hours of a bbq making contest show on tv so we decided to look for a bbq place in the la area. We stumbled upon Doctor Hogly on the internet and decided to give it a try.
We got to the restaurant and it was pretty packed, although it is a small place to begin with. I shared the 2 option with a friend and it was plenty. We got brisket and beef ribs with macaroni salad and a side of fries. IT WAS SO GOOD! Fries is not one of the sides listed, but I asked nicely and the waitress, CAROLE, was more than happy to give us our fries. She even told us that if the side did not taste good or was not what we wanted, then we can exchange it for something else for FREE!
The price is a bit high, but for the quality of service and food, it is SO worth it! Go and look for Carole. She was our waitress and SERIOUSLY the sweetest woman ever!
Definitely going back when I crave bbq! :) -
Review from steve s.
Los Angeles, CA
10/19/2011
Normally I rate restaurants relevant to their neighborhood, but look at the name of this place...and now think about what a Bar-B-Que place should be. THIS is it.
The food was great. The ribs were smoked for 6 or 8 hours, I was told. I don't know about that, but they certainly tasted like real, old fashioned ribs. I don't mean your typical outback, chilis, elephant bar style ribs. The beans were really good too, and I normally don't eat more than a sample of the musical fruit.
The price is a little on the pricy side for the neighborhood ($4 Heineken, most plates start at about $10) but there's a good value for your money.
Service was tops. Parking was cake.
This area SUCKS in service and food, so finding this place was a blessing. I WILL BE BACK. -
Review from Christine A.
Granada Hills, CA
9/24/2011 2 Check-ins Here
So...you saw the commercial for Dr. Hogly Wogly's and decided to Yelp the place. I've seen the commercial at least 20-30 times and never gave it serious thought because I've seen those Bear Pit BBQ commercials too and that place (in my opinion) was just a 3 Star. Then one of my friends checked in on FB and raved how delicious the food was so I was finally tempted to go!
For 2 people, we both ordered the 2-way combos. I got the beef brisket and beef ribs. The spouse got the BBQ chicken & beef brisket. For side dishes, we got the potato salad, baked beans, and fries (fries weren't part of the 2-way combo only the potato salad and beans).
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BRISKET - by far THE BEST beef brisket I've had. Tender, I seriously mean TENDER (not like those other places that have you end up spitting most of the gristle), you know this baby has been marinating and cooked low and slow with love.
BBQ CHICKEN - 1/2 a chicken, moist and tender with each and every bite. Most places don't do a good BBQ chicken, EXCEPT for Dr. Hogly Wogly's.
BBQ BEEF RIBS- I like that they were nicely charred. The rib meat size wasn't all that spectacular compared to other places I've gone but the flavor is fantastic.
BBQ SAUCE- you're given their regular BBQ and their spicy BBQ sauce. home recipe at it's best! i like to mixed the two and dip everything from meat to fries! Delicious!
POTATO SALAD - eh. Taste like it came from the grocery store.
FRIES - they're your typical mom and pop burger stand fries. But what makes them good....dip them in the BBQ sauce. hea-ven-ly!
BAKED BEANS - if you're thinking "oh, like Bushes Baked Beans". Hell-fucking-NO! These baked beans was the BEST surprise of the meal. I was expecting something that would be midocre at best, but this baby could win an award. It had a wonderful smokey sweetness. I think it's made with sweet potatoes. OMG, you'll have to just try it.
PARKING - please don't bring your large van, SUV, or truck, you'll end up taking 1.5 parking spots in this already tiny parking lot. There's no street parking, at least I wouldn't attempt it since the area is kind of shady. -
Review from Roland L.
A taste of Texas in SoCal. That's what you can expect from Doctor Hogly Wogly's Tyler Texas Bar-B-Que. My travels to Dallas regrettably did not include enough BBQ, so a visit to Doctor Hogly Wogly's was supposed to cure my deficiency.
I came here with my buds Mateo and Ozzie because a few days prior, Mateo and I were with Thomas N at Famous Dave's BBQ in Long Beach for their "Award-winning ribs". That was an EPIC BBQ FAIL! This visit to Hogly Wogly's was intended to redeem what Famous Dave's screwed up so badly.
Service was impeccable. Food...outta sight, but not completely outstanding.
Parking in Hogly Wogly's private lot is short of a nightmare if you have a medium sized to large truck. Stalls are slanted and compact, so be very, very careful!
We were seated promptly and our waitress was pretty cool. She did not rush us even though they were fairly busy.
FYI, their restroom is outside and you have to ask the wait staff for a token to be admitted.
I normally would have gone with the 3 Way Combo, but I opted for the 2 Way Combo with Spare Ribs & Brisket. I chose BBQ Beans and Macaroni Salad. We shared an a la carte order of Beef Hot Links. For dessert, I chose their Pecan Pie a la mode. I ordered a side of French Fries and our waitress told us that was on the house.
I know, I should have gone with Beef Ribs, after all, Texas is known for Beef Ribs! Truth is, I really, really, really have to be in the mood for beef ribs. I prefer spare ribs or baby backs over beef ribs. Sorry peeps!
Beef Brisket: 4/5
Moist and tender, but I have to say...not as melt in your mouth as Zeke's Smokehouse in Montrose or Bludso's in Compton. They do hook it up with a hefty serving! Our waitress gave us a tip of making a "French Dip" by packing a few slices of brisket into their soft delicious rolls, then dip it in the pool of bbq juice. OMG! She was so right about that! I'm literally drooling at the very thought of this while typing.
Spare Ribs: 4/5
Hogly Wogly's spare ribs certainly did not disappoint. They were smokey, thick, firm yet moist. Although I loved these spare ribs, I feel they are not as tasty as the ones at Zeke's Smokehouse because Zeke's barbecued meats are completely infused with an intense smokey flavor.
Beef Hot Link: 3.5/5
These were pretty good but I could not get over their consistency: They were very soft. I guess I was expecting a snappy skin and firm filling.
BBQ Beans: 2/5
Ugh, I should have went with my instincts and ordered the Cole Slaw. I went with this on the recommendation of our waitress. They were sweet and mushy. Meh...
Macaroni Salad: 3.5/5
I beginning to believe that Hogly Wogly's weakness is their side dishes. Don't get me wrong. Their Macaroni Salad wasn't horrible...just not one of the best. There was a whole lot of mayonnaise in them.
French Fries: 5/5
Okay, so maybe I'll be getting these with slaw at my next visit to Hogly Wogly's! Their steak fries are frickin' amazing and perfectly soft in the center. I love 'em!
Pecan Pie a la mode: 4/5
One of the better versions I've had lately. I'm not a fan of pecan pies loaded with that gelatinous consistency, but this one was rather acceptable and tasty all while not being all too sweet. The scoop of vanilla ice cream also helped neutralize the sweetness of the pie filling.
Final thoughts? Well, Doctor Hogly Wogly's meats are pretty much 4 stars. Sides are about 3. Desserts are 4 (I did manage to sneak a taste of the Raspberry Cheesecake and it was surprisingly good). I'll be back, but I think many more visits to Bludso's are in order before a return to Hogly Wogly's. -
Review from Lina B.
Los Angeles, CA
10/6/2011 1 Check-in Here
Ok, I am a HUGE fan of BBQ and it is very difficult to find good BBQ nowadays. I have passed by Dr. HW's many times and when I went to another place and realized it wasn't really a restaurant, I remembered this place and came here instead.
I was with my son so I decided to order the 3 way combo and what I liked is that the waitress who was very nice brought me two plates, two breads instead of just one and me having to ask for an additional plate atleast. Some places don't like you to share. I saw one review that had a 3 way combo and complained about the price. If you like BBQ, you know it's not cheap and a 3-way is alot of food. It could easily have fed 6 people, no joke! It came with 3 Beef Ribs, 3 spare ribs and half a chicken. That's alot of freaking food in my opinion. I must also mention, the food came out within minutes of ordering it. Fastest I've ever gotten my BBQ so I wonder how long it had been sitting waiting for customers...just sayin' It wasn't very hot when it came out.
Ok so here is my thought on the actual food.
The Beef Ribs were good, a little tough but ok.
The Spare Ribs were dry...meh
The Chicken was meaty but dry
Had to pour the BBQ sauce to help in that department. 2 types of sauces the Original and the Spicy, I liked the combo of both.
The dish came with 3 slices of pickles, maybe 1 for each type of meat, I dunno but in case you like pickles...it's the really sweet kind, which shocked my taste buds, I didn't care for that at all.
The BBQ beans were good, I agree with another yelper, had a yams sweetness flavor in there, different and I liked it.
The Potato Salad was not my favorite, definitely could've made a better salad myself.
The bread was your average bread but a good portion.
Free refills on the Soda.
I believe the 3-way combo was $25.99 or $28.99 - With two sodas and this food, it cost a total of $34.69, yes it's a hefty price but again, lots of food and could feed 6 people and it's BBQ people, meet is pricey.
So, sadly it didn't meet up to my expectations but it will be my lunch for the next 3 days covered in a ton of BBQ sauce of course.
Parking is not the greatest, your better off looking for street parking on the little back street. Easier to get in and out of that way. Bathrooms are on the side but you'll need a token so ask your waitress. -
Review from Lynn L.
North Hollywood, CA
9/26/2011
Portions were huge. Price seemed high until we got our meal. I split a 2 option dinner with my husband and there was leftovers. With the meal and 2 beers it was around $30.
The brisket was tender and juicy. Beef ribs were gigantic. Fresh baked bread was delicious.
My only complaint, albeit small, was the tables are small and won't fit more than 4 very comfortably. The waitress was SUPER nice.
We're from Texas and we approve of this BBQ! -
Review from J P.
San Mateo, CA
11/4/2011
Found this place on Yelp when looking for a BBQ spot while visiting So. Cal with the fam. The staff was super freindly and funny, our waitress would come over frequently and make some jokes. The kids loved her, and made all of us feel comfortable. Now for the food, since it was four of us we ordered the 3 meat combo with 2 sides. We chose chicken (they give you a half chicken), ribs, and hot sausage...the ribs where good, not the best I've had, the chicken..I wouldn't order again, it was dry and kind of flavorless that you needed to have it diped in one of the 2 sauces they give you. But the best out of 3 where the hot sausages. That was good!
Probably would just have to rate the staff and 4 stars and the food as a 3. Would probably try a different spot when I'm in the area next time. -
Review from Angela A.
Mission Hills, CA
9/21/2011 1 Check-in Here
I've worked around the corner from this place for 5 years, I've lived in the valley for 35 years and never stepped foot inside....until yesterday.
I took yelpers' advice and tried the beef brisket, ribs, beans and slaw.
The meat was tender. The waitress was sweet and attentive.
He had the hot links. He said it was nothing special.
Another 35 years could pass before I need to go in there again.
And that's all I have to say about that. -
Review from Andrew D.
Pico Rivera, CA
10/26/2011
I went to eat here after a business meeting with a few co-workers and an important client of mine. The client suggested this place because he is from the area, and from the name I was bit skeptical at first.
The place looked really old and small, but I immediately could smell the smoker cooking. When I walked in we were immediately greeted and we could sit down anywhere. From the look of the old building I was afraid the quality of food was going to be poor. The waitress made some suggestions of food, and it came quick! The brisket was melt in your mouth tender and the baked beans were delicious. The portions were large and service was good.
If you are looking for a good BBQ place, this is the spot! -
Review from Randy B.
9/18/2011
UNLIKE OLD TIMES; DOC HW IS NOT GOOD
Sorry, but I've lost the loving feeling. Years ago you were unbelievable. But you've evidently got comfortable with yourself, and are wearing sweat pants and let yourself go.
The ribs were not tender, the brisket not lean or tender, and the chicken dry. The sides were okay, but the mac salad has sugar or whipcream in it! Beans and potato salad were ok. I want so badly for the food to still be good, like the old times, but it just isn't and falls way short.
Going to Hogly Wogly is still fun, but I've gone twice recently...and am probably done unless I run out of gas in front of the place. -
Review from Michelle S.
West Hills, CA
Updated - 8/18/2011
I hate it when I tell someone they MUST try out a place and I drag them to said place, and the place really messes everything up and ruins my culinary reputation!
What gives Hogly Wogly's?!
I came here with one of my girlfriends when she told me that shes craving BBQ and you guys totally messed up my briskets!
Its suppose to be lean, all lean, no fat! And I got a glob of fat around each piece of my brisket.
I. Am. Very. Disappointed.1 Previous Review:
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8/3/2011
Good service.
Delicious brisket.
My favorite BBQ spot in LA.
Fairly Priced.
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Review from Elizabeth A.
Northridge, CA
10/24/2011
Pros: Friendly waitstaff and FAST service, the food is ready in nanoseconds. Generous portions and reasonably priced. Brisket is delicious as are the sides, macaroni salad and baked beans especially - yum!
Cons: Not a big selection of BBQ sauces and no pulled pork. The sliced pork wasn't very interesting. Inside is small, a bit cramped, but for the price, I can deal with it.
Overall, good BBQ you don't have to pay a fortune for and practically zero wait time. I like this place! -
Review from Matt A.
Granada Hills, CA
9/30/2011
Doctor Hogly Wogly you're my newest friend!
I'm not a huge BBQ fan, not for any good reason other than I guess its never really been good enough for me to drool over. I've tried many, but none I'd really be compelled to go to on my own.
This place on the other hand is something else. This is the first time in my life I've HAD TO HAVE BBQ....I'll be going back again and again.
TriTip, Beef Ribs and Chicken are all uber fantastic. Their beans are stellar, at a guess it has some sort of yam/sweet potato and maybe molasses or brown sugar, its awesome! Tried the potato salad which wasn't for me and so I'm not really inclined to try the cold slaw. Fries are Fries but I like that they are the fat fries (it would be nice to see them offer an option, cajun fries? parmessan fries? some sort of texan fries?). The people that work there are friendly and on top of everything.
The only downside to me on visiting this place is the parking and dinning area, both which are small (i mean small). Its in a bit of an interesting neighboorhood and the parking is very tight in the lot which accomodates about 8 or 9 cars. There is parking on the street but where this is at, there are 3 or 4 spots at best and during the day there are some shops nearby to share the street parking. Inside there are a handful of booths its not a large place, I dont know how busy this place can get to know if that's a problem but it was a factor in my choice to call in and pickup my order to go versus dining inside.
Either way you're going to get a large amount of really delicious food. -
Review from Jerry K.
WOODLAND HLS, CA
10/23/2011
I have been eating here for 25 years. Whenever I get a hankering for
barbeque, this is my favorite spot. Some caveats (limited parking,
no decor, usually busy). My review is only for the items listed, since I got hooked on those items. I can't vouch for the other items on the menu. Mine is a to go order. If you call 15 to 20 minutes in advance your order should be ready to go when you arrive.
If you plan to eat in I would recommend you limit your party to 4 or less,
due to the seating
My order:
Spare ribs (pork) - the meat is cooked just right. Their barbeque
sauce is a must (I ask for extra sauce) since it brings out the flavor
of the pork.
Baked beans - distinctive taste (sweet and tasty)
Cole slaw (a distinctive, different taste).
Rolls - they come with the dinner (different than other rolls - they are good.)
That's it.
If you are real picky or expect gormet food or ambience you may be
disappointed. If you are lookings for a change of pace, then give it
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Review from Fred T.
Culver City, CA
7/29/2011
Hey, if you want to eat here because you need a protein fix then it's probably fine, but please do not waste your time traveling here if you're expecting authentic Texas BBQ.
I ordered a three item plate, and it really wasn't cheap. I wouldn't have minded if the place delivered true Texas BBQ.
The sausage was good and the other stuff was decent, but the BBQ here is Californiarized. Everything was soaked in sauce, not one you'd get in Texas either. I really couldn't taste any smoky goodness in any of the meat and the brisket didn't cut with just a fork. It was either roasted or grilled, didn't taste or feel like it was BBQ'd low and slow like real BBQ should be.
If you haven't had real Texas BBQ, this place will probably really good to you. Otherwise, order brisket and sausage from Kreuz's Market online and have it shipped to you. -
Review from Jewel L.
North Hollywood, CA
8/5/2011
I haven't been in in years and my nephew was visiting. He has been craving great BBQ for quite a while, so I said Dr Hogly Wogly's...we looked at reviews of closer places, then decided not to bother, stick with the best. I read mixed reviews but as a foodie I have to say everything was great. Just great. Moist chicken, incredible brisket...and the beef ribs...awesome. I have only had the beef ribs in all the times I went...and was really impressed with the taste, tenderness, and quality of the brisket. I have gotten bored with chicken, but theirs was incredible! And the beans are awesome....didn't expect them to be so good.
I am not from Texas, so is this real Texas BBQ, I can't say. Is it great food, yes! And I ordered alot of food for 4 big people, and had leftovers....so affordable excellent food! Thumbs way up! And the server was very helpful. -
Review from Luba M.
Burbank, CA
7/14/2011
I'm really glad to know places like this still exist in LA. Its really a breath of fresh none corporate/chain air.
The waitress working here looks like she was shipped from some small town in texas to work here, and is really cute and polite.
Be prepared to go into an hour food coma after eating here, but its a good kind of food coma. Their food is amazing. Its so amazing that it set a new bar for BBQ food for me, and when I eat at other BBQ places, it just doesnt compare.
Really, if you want some awesome BBQ, look no further.Listed in: BBQ List
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Review from Diana G.
Sylmar, CA
7/20/2011
I've been coming here for, probably, 10 years or so. Hands down, amazing bbq. My fave is the brisket and macaroni salad. Food never disappoints. Sometimes the waitresses can be having a bad day, but not enough to ruin the experience. Parking is limited, but it is never too much of a hassle.
Overall... I love this place! -
Review from Clara L.
7/27/2011 1 Check-in Here
Love it!! It honestly feels like you're waiting for your uncle to finishing grilling in the backyard..haha! The restaurant itself is a little smaller and cramped, but it has such a comfortable feel to it! As soon as we sat down, a friendly waiter took our drink orders. A little after, our food order. and within minutes, our drinks and sides came out. Oh, not to mention, their DELICIOUS soft and warm bread!! I had to stop myself from eating too much of it.
Our meals came out rather quickly also! All of the dishes came out in a yummy beef stock. I ordered the chicken, it was very tasty! The fact that it was sitting in the juice made it so much juicier.
I must also mention that the portions are HUGE. The 2 combination platters are enough to fill up 2 people.
They give mild BBQ sauce and a separate spicy BBQ sauce...go for the Spicy!!! It has a yummy kick to it~!!
The pork Spareribs just sliiiide off of the bone, and the beef ribs are gigantic!!
I can definitely see this place as one of my "usuals" :)
