Guy Fieri knows where to find the good stuff. These 10 California bbq spots all earned a feature on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives — and they’re still open, still slinging it, and still highly rated. From Bakersfield, Los Angeles, Modesto and beyond, here are the ones worth the drive, ranked by the reviews.

1. Bludso’s Bar & Que (Los Angeles)

BBQ · $$ · 4.4★ (2,774 Google reviews)

Bludso’s Bar & Que earned its spot on the show for low-and-slow barbecue that regulars rave about, and the 4.4-star average from 2,774 reviewers backs it up.

Featured on Triple D: Season 34, Episode 4 — “Takeout: Real Deal Delivery” (June 11, 2021)
Address: 609 N La Brea Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90036
Phone: +1 323-931-2583
Website: www.bludsosbbq.com
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2. HoBo’s BBQ (Temecula)

BBQ, Burger · $$ · 4.5★ (1,708 Google reviews)

Known for low-and-slow barbecue, HoBo’s BBQ still draws a crowd — a 4.5-star rating from 1,708 diners says the hype is real.

Featured on Triple D: Season 26, Episode 13 — “Burgers, Beef and Barbecue” (May 26, 2017)
Address: 40830 Winchester Rd, Temecula, CA 92591
Phone: +1 951-296-1000
Website: www.philsbbq.com
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3. Grill-a-Burger (Palm Desert)

American, BBQ, Burger · $$ · 4.5★ (1,637 Google reviews)

The American classics at Grill-a-Burger clearly stuck around: it holds a 4.5-star rating across 1,637 Google reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 26, Episode 13 — “Burgers, Beef and Barbecue” (May 26, 2017)
Address: 73091 Country Club Dr Ste A2, Palm Desert, CA 92260
Phone: +1 760-346-8170
Website: grill-a-burger.com
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4. Commonwealth (Modesto)

American, BBQ · $$ · 4.5★ (1,547 Google reviews)

Commonwealth is one of the area’s go-to spots for American classics, with a strong 4.5 stars from 1,547 reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 24, Episode 13 — “Smoked, Grilled, and Fried” (May 26, 2016)
Address: 1022 11th St, Modesto, CA 95354
Phone: +1 209-248-7451
Website: www.commonwealthmodesto.com
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5. Salty’s BBQ & Catering (Bakersfield)

BBQ · $$ · 4.5★ (1,486 Google reviews)

A longtime local favorite for low-and-slow barbecue, Salty’s BBQ & Catering keeps a 4.5-star rating across 1,486 Google reviews — proof the love didn’t fade after the cameras left.

Featured on Triple D (2 times):
• Season 22, Episode 5 — “Roadtrippin'” (February 27, 2015)
• Season 27, Episode 4 — “Fun in the Sun” (July 28, 2017)
Address: 6801 White Ln, Bakersfield, CA 93309
Phone: +1 661-847-9955
Website: www.saltysbbq.com
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6. Baby Blues BBQ (Venice, Los Angeles)

BBQ · $$ · 4.4★ (1,356 Google reviews)

Baby Blues BBQ earned its spot on the show for low-and-slow barbecue that regulars rave about, and the 4.4-star average from 1,356 reviewers backs it up.

Featured on Triple D: Season 1, Episode 5 — “BBQ” (May 28, 2007)
Address: 444 Lincoln Blvd, Venice, CA 90291
Phone: +1 310-396-7675
Website: www.babybluesbbq.com
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7. Grand Ole BBQ (San Diego)

BBQ · $$ · 4.6★ (1,201 Google reviews)

Known for low-and-slow barbecue, Grand Ole BBQ still draws a crowd — a 4.6-star rating from 1,201 diners says the hype is real.

Featured on Triple D: Season 30, Episode 2 — “A World of Barbecue” (May 24, 2019)
Address: 3302 32nd St, San Diego, CA 92104
Phone: +1 619-720-2211
Website: grandolebbq.com
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8. Gorilla BBQ (Pacifica)

BBQ · $$ · 4.4★ (818 Google reviews)

The low-and-slow barbecue at Gorilla BBQ clearly stuck around: it holds a 4.4-star rating across 818 Google reviews.

Featured on Triple D (2 times):
• Season 5, Episode 10 — “BBQ & More” (February 9, 2009)
• Season 32, Episode 6 — “Takeout: Funky Finds in 'da House” (May 22, 2020)
Address: 2145 Coast Highway #1, Pacifica, CA 94044
Phone: +1 650-359-7427
Website: www.gorillabbq.com
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9. The Park’s Finest BBQ (Los Angeles)

American, BBQ, Asian · $$ · 4.6★ (759 Google reviews)

The Park’s Finest BBQ is one of the area’s go-to spots for American classics, with a strong 4.6 stars from 759 reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 17, Episode 10 — “L.A. Eats” (July 8, 2013)
Address: 1267 W Temple St, Los Angeles, CA 90026
Phone: +1 213-481-2800
Website: theparksfinest.com/utm_sourcegoogle
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10. Boneyard Bistro (Sherman Oaks, Los Angeles)

BBQ, Vegan/Vegetarian · $$$ · 4.4★ (674 Google reviews)

A longtime local favorite for low-and-slow barbecue, Boneyard Bistro keeps a 4.4-star rating across 674 Google reviews — proof the love didn’t fade after the cameras left.

Featured on Triple D: Season 42, Episode 5 — “Dirty, Crunchy, Sticky and Veggie” (September 19, 2025)
Address: 13539 Ventura Blvd, Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
Phone: +1 818-906-7427
Website: www.boneyardbistro.com
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