Best Barbecue Restaurants in Ladera Ranch

Good traditional American bbq at a local establishment in Irvine is a treat- one of my faves. Drink menu is special, unique, inventive. Whiskeys are their specialty. My favorite is the Southern Peach Tea cocktail. Delicious! Tri tip and brisket are terrific. Sides are really good too. We love the Brussels sprouts which incorporate their pork belly. The pork belly is taaaaasty! We came here for my birthday and everybody in my family easily found meals they really enjoyed. Fun atmosphere, especially if you like sports, which we do. They had all the football and basketball games playing on tvs on each wall but on silent so you can have conversation and enjoy your food. Staff is really nice, care about the food and drink and customers. They're knowledgeable and helpful.

Salt Creek Grille exceeded all my expectations. All the food was exceptional, fresh and creative. I enjoyed the most delicious and delicate crab cake I have ever had in CA! That is high praise coming from a woman living in Baltimore for 20 years! The service was personable and professional. I am not sure of the very nice gentleman’s name. He was instrumental in making the brunch enjoyable with his attentive nature. BRAVO!!!!!!

Great brisket sandwich and veggies. Rooftop is very nice and quieter. Umbrellas and headlamps too. Great/friendly service from Jamie.

Beautiful space, want and inviting. Brussel sprouts were excellent, fries that came with sandwiches had a unique and delicious flavor no condiments needed! Staff was friendly and attentive - would love to bring friends back here soon! Hope they have a happy hour offering soon as well.

We loved out experience here - the service, food and ambience exceeded our expectations. Would definitely return with family and friends!