Smoke Queen Barbecue

Garden Grove, CA · Barbecue restaurant

Rating
4.5/5
★★★★★ 4.5
Reviews
20
Rank in Garden Grove
#61
of 516 restaurants
City Percentile
68%
rating percentile
Address
Smoke Queen Barbecue, 12941 9th St, Garden Grove, CA 92840
Phone
(714) 583-8251
Website
smokequeenbbq.com/?utm_source=google
Status
Open · Closes 9 PM

Smoke Queen Barbecue is a restaurant located in Garden Grove, CA. It is one of 516 restaurants listed in Garden Grove. Its 4.5-star rating is above the Garden Grove city average of 4.3 stars. There are 10 photos associated with this location.

About Smoke Queen Barbecue

Southern BBQ with Asian flair. Brisket and pork belly in a vibrant, market setting.

Hours

Friday11 AM–9 PM
Saturday11 AM–9 PM
Sunday11 AM–9 PM
MondayClosed
TuesdayClosed
Wednesday11 AM–9 PM
Thursday11 AM–9 PM

Customer Reviews

★★★★★ 5.0 G. Sanchez · Feb 2026

If you’re anywhere near Garden Grove and craving real-deal BBQ, you have to check out Smoke Queen Barbecue. This spot is hands down serving the best BBQ food in town. From the first bite, you can taste the love and time they put into their craft. The brisket was absolutely on point—tender, juicy, and packed with deep, smoky flavor. The pulled pork was just as impressive, perfectly seasoned and melt-in-your-mouth good. And the ribs? Fall-off-the-bone delicious with a beautiful smoke ring that lets you know it’s the real deal. Every meat we tried was juicy, flavorful, and cooked to perfection. The crispy fries were the perfect touch alongside all that rich BBQ, adding just the right crunch to balance everything out. Pair it all with a cold beer, and you’ve got yourself a meal that hits every

★★★★★ 5.0 Farley G · Jan 2026

Super good BBQ with an asian twist. Every thing we ordered tastes really good. My Fav was the pork ribs super big and so tender. The brisket was so tender and juicy not fatty witch i like. Mac and cheese was on point. The corn bread was very good super moist. The bread pudding was amazing tasted great. Dont for get the pandan banana pudding so so good! Get there early cause some meats will sell out. Also long lines if your going for lunch. We were able to get seats for lunch time. Check them out if your craving BBQ and in the area of garden grove.

★★★★★ 5.0 anthony orozco · Feb 2026

The pulled pork sandwich was really good. They have the best mac and cheese. Cornbread was worth the 8 bucks. The staff was very friendly. There are tons of places to sit. They had sand box for the kids to play. The bathroom very clean. Nice place to take the family and relax

★★★★☆ 4.0 Michael George · Jan 2026

The owner is so nice and hospitable! The food was tasty but know that is it not traditional BBQ. The seasoning was a bit inconsistent. Some items were very flavorful, others were a bit on the bland side. The pork ribs were delicious as was the pork belly. Cornbread was a great choice for a side. It’s definitely worth a visit.

★★★★☆ 4.0 Tony W · Jan 2026

If you’re planning a visit to this Asian fusion BBQ hotspot, my best advice is to set your alarm. The line starts forming well before their 11:30 AM opening, and since it’s tucked away in a residential neighborhood, you’ll want that extra time to hunt for a parking spot. The Food This isn’t your standard Texas pit. The meat here—especially the ribs—tends to be a bit greasier than the falling off bone Texan style many are used to. However, that richness works well with their unique Asian-inspired sides. The Standouts: The Mapo Chili packs a serious punch, and the spicy cucumber is essential for cutting through the fat of the meats. The "Must-Have": If you’re there on a Sunday, do not miss the beef ribs. The Surprise: Their cornbread is surprisingly good—moist, flavorful, and a great brid

Accessibility & Amenities

✓ Identifies As Asian Owned ✓ Identifies As Women Owned ✓ Outdoor Seating ✓ Curbside Pickup ✓ Delivery ✓ Onsite Services ✓ Takeout ✓ Dine In ✓ Fast Service ✓ Serves Local Specialty ✓ Lunch ✓ Dinner ✓ Solo Dining ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Entrance ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Parking Lot ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Restroom

Services

Barbecue restaurantAmerican restaurantAsian fusion restaurantCatererFamily restaurantSouthern restaurant (US)

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