Smoqued California Barbeque

Smoqued California Barbeque reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Tim VIP

   San Diego16 reviews

   2.0

   Dined on April 17, 2025

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 3

   I ordered the Pork Plater and it was not very good. The pulled pork was ok but not special and the portion fairly small. Their coleslaw had no taste, at all. The bbq beans were so sweet (couldn’t eat much) and more like a bean soup. The staff was excellent and very friendly.
   

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   Isabelle

   Unspecified1 review

   4.0

   Dined on April 12, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 5

   4/5 Stars The food and atmosphere at Smoqued were great — definitely lived up to the hype. It was surprisingly slow for a Friday night, most likely due to Coachella weekend, so we were expecting a more relaxed vibe. Regardless burnt ends are to die for and the brisket meal is tender and delicious. Mac N cheese was slightly dry, but hey you can’t win em all. We’re not sure who our server was since she never introduced herself, which made things feel a bit impersonal. She was incredibly sweet and kind, but seemed a little unfamiliar with the menu and forgot parts of our order. It’s possible it was just an off night, but when it comes to service, it’s the little details that make the biggest difference. All that said, we’d still come back — the food alone is worth another visit.
   

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   Derrick VIP

   Los Angeles9 reviews

   1.0

   Dined on April 5, 2025

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 2

   This is our second visit and we were very disappointed with the service. It appeared to be only 2 servers trying to service the entire restaurant and bar. The burnt ends were great, however everything else was just ok including some food not warm let alone hot... Probably won't return as it was not a great customer experience.
   

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   Elizabeth VIP

   Central Coast5 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 4, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   It was awesome. The food was delish, the service was fantastic. I was meeting new ppl and we decided on this restaurant. Great experience all around.
   

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   Don VIP

   Orange County26 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 13, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   We had a great time dining at Smoqued. Their beef brisket is hard to beat. Our party of three enjoyed the meal.
   

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   Lisa

   Orange County1 review

   5.0

   Dined on February 15, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We have always loved this place! Although, I do wish they had a better wine selection or at least a reasonable corsage fee.
   

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   Bubba

   Orange County23 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on February 3, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 3

   Unique little BBQ in Orange their food is very tasty and we enjoy it being in Orange and close to our house
   

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   Dan

   Orange County6 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on January 10, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The food is always excellent. The service is great! I’ve tried just about everything on their menu and have never been disappointed.
   

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   Robert

   Los Angeles1 review

   1.0

   Dined on December 9, 2024

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 3

   The waitress was rude to my pregnant guest, did not explain that she had cancelled her order, she didn’t suggest another plate for her to have, and I also got sick from the ribs. Will not be returning.
   

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    Kristi

    Orange County11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 14, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    The food was absolutely amazing! Really good service and everything we tried was fantastic from fried pickles, and candied bacon appetizer to burnt ends, brisket, steak, even the loaded, baked potato with chili. The whole family loved everything! Oh don’t miss the corn bread muffins!!!
    

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