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BBQ spot known for tender ribs and huge portions. BBQ chicken shines with rich flavor needing no sauce. Busy place with great food and steady service keeps people coming back.

BBQ chicken stands out with a flavor so good the sauce is unnecessary. The barbecue ranks among the best in Los Angeles, offering consistently delicious and satisfying meals.

People are saying

"I found the BBQ chicken here to be the best I ever had."

"Mr. B's rib tips are the best I've tasted in a long time."

"The rib tips here are the best I've tasted in a long time."

Good to know

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Food portions are large, making it great for sharing.

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The food quality is consistently high, ensuring a good meal.

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Expect to wait for food, but it's worth it.

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Mexican restaurant

Simple hole-in-the-wall spot with a folksy vibe and authentic barbacoa. Soft, warm tortillas pair perfectly with flavorful meats like beef birria and lamb barbacoa. Delicious barbecue shines with consistent quality, drawing crowds especially on weekends.

Barbecue here stands out for its delicious taste and consistently very good quality.

People are saying

"The food here is delicious and top-tier quality."

"This Mexican food's barbacoa is tender, juicy, and flavorful."

"I thought the BBQ here was the best I had ever tasted."

Good to know

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It's a cash-only establishment.

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Parking can be hard to find.

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It gets very busy, especially on weekends.

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Chinese restaurant

Small spot with rustic decor and traditional Mongolian artwork offers a cozy vibe with dimmed lighting. Self-service buffet and Mongolian BBQ grill let you cook fresh toppings and meats right in front of you. Pricing by the pound makes it an inexpensive and filling choice with sizzling hot BBQ and savory lamb skewers.

Fresh toppings and meats go on the Mongolian BBQ grill where food cooks right in front of you. Pricing is by the pound, making it an inexpensive and filling option with sizzling hot BBQ and savory lamb skewers.

People are saying

"I found the food here to be really, really good."

"You can pick your own fresh ingredients for the Mongolian BBQ."

"I loved the crispy orange chicken and chow mein."

Good to know

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The Mongolian barbecue costs $4.95 per pound, offering great value.

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Expect a self-service dining experience where you weigh your food.

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Cleanliness is a concern; some tables and bathrooms may be dirty.

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Chinese restaurant

Chinese spot serves fast service with modest portions and accepts EBT. Barbecue pork is flavorful but dry, pairing well with chow mein and fried rice. Seating is limited and outdoor area feels rough with homeless and smokers nearby.

Barbecue pork offers good flavor but tends to be dry. It pairs well with dishes like chow mein and fried rice.

People are saying

"I thought the food here was very tasty and healthy."

"The BBQ pork and chicken dishes were very good."

"I found the Chinese food very tasty and the portions were good."

Good to know

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The restaurant accepts EBT for payment.

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Party packages are available for larger groups.

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Expect smaller portion sizes compared to other Chinese restaurants.

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Hawaiian restaurant

Spacious, modern interiors with large windows create a casual tropical vibe. Hawaiian BBQ mix offers flavorful combos like chicken and crab rolls. Popular dishes include teriyaki chicken and macaroni salad, making meals fresh and hearty.

Hawaiian BBQ mix offers a flavorful and satisfying combo with options like chicken, beef, and crab rolls. Plates often come with rice and macaroni salad, making for a hearty meal.

People are saying

"I found the food here to be really fresh and tasty."

"I loved the BBQ chicken and macaroni."

"I found parking available nearby."

Good to know

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Expect a wait of about 15-20 minutes during peak hours.

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Parking can be difficult to find during the day.

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The restaurant is open until midnight for late-night dining.

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Chicken wings restaurant

Chicken wings spot with unique wing flavors and a fun, casual energy draws a steady crowd. BBQ wings often need extra sauce due to being underseasoned. Baked potatoes are a signature item that stand out.

Wings come with hot and BBQ mix flavors but the BBQ wings are often underseasoned and lack flavor. Many add their own BBQ sauce to boost taste.

People are saying

"The food here is fresh, flavorful, and amazing."

"I thought the loaded baked potato was exceptionally tasty."

"I was blown away by the BBQ wings."

Good to know

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Expect a 15-minute wait time during peak hours.

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Parking is limited and can be congested.

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Reservations are not accepted; walk-ins only.

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Barbecue restaurant

Barbecue shines with saucy turkey legs and tasty baked beans at fair prices. The modern, homey vibe features lowered ambiance lighting and TVs playing music videos. Outdoor seating is spacious and warm, perfect for relaxed evenings.

Barbecue turkey legs come with a sauce so good it stands out. The menu includes barbecue baked beans and offers reasonable prices. The barbecue consistently earns praise for its flavor and quality.

People are saying

"The chicken sandwich was hot, fresh, and perfectly prepared."

"I found the rib tips to be the best in town."

"I thought the BBQ here was the best I had in a long time."

Good to know

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Woody's Bar-B-Q only accepts cash payments.

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Saturdays and holidays are very busy at Woody's Bar-B-Q.

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Expect a wait of about half an hour during dinner rush.

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Restaurant

Small spot with flavorful wings in wet or crispy styles, including lemon pepper and sweet barbecue. Menu also offers gyros and fried rice. Parking is tough and seating is minimal, so it's best for take-out.

Wings come in extra wet, extra crispy styles with options like lemon pepper wet and barbecue flavors that carry a hint of sweetness. Some BBQ sauce versions appear watered down and lack color, affecting the flavor.

People are saying

"I found the food here to be amazing and delicious."

"You can get your BBQ wings extra crispy with all flats."

"You can get your Barbecue wings extra crispy with all flats."

Good to know

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The restaurant accepts EBT, allowing payment with food assistance benefits.

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American Deli is primarily a take-out joint, not suitable for dining in.

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The parking lot is in poor condition and difficult to navigate.

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