Most Delicious BBQ in the South Bay
From Kansas City to Texas, there are many debates about the ultimate style of BBQ, but one thing is for sure: we’ve got plenty of South Bay BBQ Restaurants to choose from to help you decide. Whether you’re looking for melt-in-your-mouth pulled pork or fall-off-the-bone beef ribs, our list of BBQ joints in the South Bay will have your smokey, saucy, hearty cravings covered. And don’t forget the sides, the most satisfying companions to smokey meats. Trust us, you’ll want to arrive hungry!
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Best BBQ in the South Bay
El Segundo BBQ
Britt’s BBQ and Catering
At Britt’s BBQ and Catering, they believe a great BBQ eatery should not only serve tasty food but also provide a good time. They serve incredible BBQ dishes, including favorites like ribs and pulled pork sandwiches. Their family-friendly BBQ restaurant is open daily for lunch and dinner, and their popular food truck travels around the city to cater to hungry customers.
Location: 408 Main Street, El Segundo, CA 90245
Sauced BBQ & Spirit
Sauced brings Southern charm to California with genuine BBQ, high-quality booze, and a welcoming atmosphere for everyone to enjoy a taste. From Nashville fried chicken to St. Louis spare ribs, this spot offers a sampling of styles with a few out-of-the-box touches. You’ll find Birria Ramen listed alongside Carolina Pulled Pork on this eclectic but tantalizing menu.
Location: 2015 Park Place, El Segundo, CA 90245
L&L Hawaiian BBQ
If you’re looking to enjoy the barbecue styles of the Big Island, then head to L&L. Hawaiian comfort food staples include barbecue chicken and beef and slow-smoked pork. You’ll also find some hints of seafood, like fried shrimp, and traditional sides, like rice and mac and cheese.
Location: 954 Main St El Segundo, CA 90245
photo: Willingham’s
Redondo Beach BBQ
Willingham’s BBQ
This Redondo Beach spot boasts the title of World Champion BBQ, and it shows. Founder John Willingham gained fame for his barbecue skills and sauces, and his invention of the W’ham Turbo Cooker, which produced the award-winning Memphis-style barbecue still served in the restaurant today.
Location: 443 S. PCH Redondo Beach, CA 90277
City Pig BBQ
Located in Redondo Beach, City Pig BBQ is a mobile pop-up and BBQ catering business. Their love for smoking meat started in Kansas City, MO, where BBQ is deeply ingrained in the culture. They established City Pig BBQ to share their passion for smoking meat over a real wood fire, drawing inspiration from various regions across the country. Their main priorities are quality, consistency, and exceptional customer service. All their dishes, from sweet to spicy, are made from scratch and prepared to order. They take their time to smoke the meat slowly and with care.
Location: Redondo Beach, CA 90278
photo: Joey’s Smokin’ BBQ
Torrance BBQ
Joey’s Smokin’ BBQ
Joey’s has been featuring some of the best slow-smoked barbecue in the South Bay since 2010. Their delicious, award-winning menu includes slow-smoked Baby Back Ribs marinated in rich spices, which you can customize as a 1/3, 1/2, or full rack. Or try their combo platters, which give you a taste of two types of meat: the ribs, tender Smoked Brisket, succulent Tri Tip, Cajun hot link sausage, and more.
Location: 25308 Crenshaw Blvd. Torrance, CA 90505
By Brazil Restaurant
If you’re looking for something different than the traditional American barbecue experience, Brazilian barbecue is a must-try. Brazilian cuisine offers varied and delicious culinary options. Indulge in the delectable Feijoada, a hearty black bean stew, along with an assortment of salads and delightful cheese bread. The highlight of the experience is the traditional Brazilian barbecue known as Churrasco. Treat yourself to a selection of succulent fire-roasted meats cooked on skewers and served to your liking.
Location: 1615 Cabrillo Ave Torrance, CA 90501
photo: My Father’s BBQ
Carson BBQ
My Father’s BBQ
At My Father’s BBQ, they combine the flavors of Alabama and Texas to create a unique dining experience. The restaurant takes the most delicious recipes from their family and serves them up on your plate. It’s no secret that the inspiration for these dishes comes from their mother’s kitchen in the heart of Texas. From Aunt M’s Potato Salad to Maxine’s Mac and Cheese, Grannie’s Greens with Cabbage, Brenda’s Baked Beans, Big Bro’s Banana Pudding, and, of course, the coleslaw – all of these mouthwatering dishes must pass their mom’s taste test before they make it to your plate!
Location: 637 E University Dr, Carson, CA
Lomita BBQ
Harry’s Oklahoma Style Smokehouse BBQ
The meats at their restaurant are seasoned with a flavorful homemade dry rub and then smoked using a high-tech Southern Pride smoker for 6 to 14 hours, depending on the type of meat. To guarantee quality, they top it off by caramelizing the meats with their signature Harry’s Smokehouse Original BBQ Sauce.
Location: 25501 Narbonne Avenue, Lomita, CA
Hawthorne BBQ
Dickey’s
Dickey’s unique meats are smoked overnight daily at every Dickey’s outlet. Their traditional sides are cherished family recipes handed down over generations and offered daily to their patrons. Discover why Dickey’s Barbecue has been renowned as the finest barbecue spot worldwide since 1941.
Location: 12730 Hawthorne Boulevard, Hawthorne, CA 90250
San Pedro BBQ
Whiskey Flats BBQ
At this casual BBQ stand, it’s all about the wood, as the words painted on the outside wall will tell you. There’s nothing fancy about his joint that was once an old gas station, and that’s precisely what makes it so unique, besides the food, of course. Enjoy any of their traditional barbecue dishes, from brisket to ribs, on the outdoor patio, where you can smell the delicious scents wafting from the cooker. They are open Wednesday – Sunday till 7ish or until they sell out, so be sure to get there early.
Address: 530 S Gaffey St, San Pedro, CA 90731
Long Beach BBQ
Johnny Rebs’ True South
Indulge in their authentic Southern cuisine featuring beloved dishes like slow-cooked and smoked meats, including tri-tip, pulled pork, ribs, brisket, and chicken. Don’t miss their tantalizing sides like hushpuppies, collard greens, fried okra, and fried green tomatoes. Dining in the South is a leisurely affair, and they take their time with cooking, too, making sure it’s smoked to perfection, and you can taste it in every bite. They source their ingredients directly from farms in Virginia and North Carolina, and their Catfish and Texas Pete Hot Sauce straight from the South.
Location: 4663 Long Beach Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90805
South Bay BBQ Pop-Ups
Oso’s BBQ
Their motto is “It’s Oso Good,” and they’re not wrong. You can find this BBQ catering company specializing in meaty tri-tip-topped smash burgers at various pop-up locations in the South Bay, including Absolution Brewing on Fridays and Far Field Beer Company on Saturdays.
Bartz Barbecue
Their catering company is known for its expertise in Texas-style BBQ. Their signature dishes include Brisket, Bacon, and pulled pork cooked on a wood smoker. They prepare all our meats in the traditional Central Texas BBQ style and smoke them using a combination of White Oak and Texas Post Oak. Their Briskets are made from Prime Beef, and most are seasoned with a simple salt and pepper rub.
Various pop-up locations.
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If you’re looking for more places to eat around the South Bay, check out some of our other lists:
Guide to the Best Salads in the South Bay
Guide to the Best South Bay Bakeries
Guide to the Best South Bay Ice Cream
