What types of barbecue do you serve?

We serve a variety of meats smoked to perfection, including brisket, ribs, pulled pork, sausage, and chicken.

Do you have vegetarian or vegan options?

Yes, we offer vegetarian and vegan options such as smoked portobello mushrooms, vegan mac and cheese, and sides like coleslaw and baked beans.

Where are you located?

We are located at 12941 9th St.

Do you offer catering services?

Yes, we offer catering services for events and parties of all sizes. Please contact us for more information and pricing.

Can I make a reservation for a large group?

Yes, we accept reservations for large groups. Please call us or email us to make arrangements.

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Smoke Queen Barbecue in Garden Grove

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Smoke Queen Barbecue, the premier Barbecue restaurant in Garden Grove, CA, is a must-visit destination for all meat lovers. Located at 12941 9th St, our restaurant is dedicated to serving the most mouth-watering, slow-cooked barbecue dishes that will leave you craving for more. Our menu features a wide range of tender and juicy meats, carefully smoked to perfection to bring out the rich flavors. From classic favorites like ribs, brisket, and pulled pork to innovative twists, our dishes are sure to satisfy your barbecue cravings. At Smoke Queen Barbecue, we take pride in our commitment to using only the freshest ingredients and traditional cooking methods to ensure an authentic barbecue experience. Whether you're in the mood for a casual dinner or a special occasion, our friendly staff and cozy atmosphere make us the perfect choice. So why wait? Come visit us today and indulge in the rich flavors of Smoke Queen Barbecue, the best Barbecue restaurant in Garden Grove. We can't wait to serve you!

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Pros

Smoke Queen Barbecue is a hidden gem for barbecue lovers, offering tender and flavorful meats smoked to perfection. The restaurant's rustic decor and friendly staff create a cozy atmosphere that makes you feel like you're in the heart of Texas. The menu boasts an impressive selection of meats, including brisket, ribs, and sausage, all of which are cooked to perfection. The sides, such as the creamy coleslaw and crispy onion rings, are also noteworthy.

Cons

Some customers have reported long wait times, especially during peak hours, and the prices may be a bit steep for those on a budget. Additionally, the restaurant can get quite loud, making it difficult to carry on conversations.

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Yelp: 4.5/5

Google Reviews: 4.4/5

TripAdvisor: 4.5/5

Zomato: 4.3/5

Facebook Reviews: 4.7/5

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Nick B -Google user

a month ago

Hospitality is this place! Finally came thru to see what’s this place is all about. It’s legit bbq, take it from me. The beef rib is fire and only served on Sundays. Shout out to Chi!!! He gave me a tour of the place and...Read More

Take outDinner$100+Atmosphere: 5Brisket 1 2 lb, Banana Pudding, Pork Belly Siu Yuk, Mac and Cheese, Beef Brisket and Pork Belly with Rice and Corn Bread on the SidePlenty of parkingFree parking lot

Dylan Jang -Google user

6 months ago

Smoke Queen Barbecue is hands down one of the best BBQ spots I’ve ever been to. The brisket is out-of-this-world tender and packed with flavor, and the panang curry has an incredible twist that totally works with the BBQ vibe. But the real surprise? The...Read More

Dine inAtmosphere: 5Brisket 1 2 lb, Banana Pudding, Pork Belly Siu Yuk

Gina Gugli -Google user

a month ago

This place has southern BBQ with Asian fusion, all deep flavor! Fall off the bone, brisket bark for days, the sides kill it, slaw is not sweet, but the banana pudding is!

Dine inDinner$20–30Atmosphere: 5BBQ Sauces, Brisket 1 2 lb, Banana Pudding, Shells & Cheese, Pork Belly Siu Yuk, Mac and Cheese

Cody Pham -Google user

3 months ago

I did not expect this to be an Asian fusion restaurant, but was pleasantly surprised. In addition to classic American bbq dishes such as brisket and ribs, Smoke Queen experiments with Asian meats such as char siu and siu yuk. Personally, I liked the Asian...Read More

Dine inDinner$20–30Atmosphere: 5Pork Belly Siu Yuk, Mac and Cheese, Char Siu 1 2 lbPlenty of parkingFree street parkingParking available on the street

Bev Lazo -Google user

6 months ago

Great place for a family and friends to hang out and enjoy some great BBQ. Line up half an hour early to ensure a good spot to sit. All of their pork products are delicious, dirty rice, Kaya Bread Pudding, and Banana Pudding are...Read More

Dine inLunch$20–30Atmosphere: 4Banana Pudding, Pork Belly Siu Yuk, Kaya Bread Pudding, Dirty Rice, Spicy Cucumbers

kyle k (K. Kane) -Google user

10 months ago

Food was decent. I was excited to try this place after reading about it and the owners story. A few years ago I went to Texas and got to experience real Texas BBQ. Mixing Asian flavors with Texas style BBQ sounded amazing. The...Read More

Atmosphere: 5

Lam Nguyen -Google user

10 months ago

Honest and direct review. Parking sucks. Outside seatings awesome. Service awesome. This place open during the hottest and sunniest time of the day. Can’t even enjoy the awesome outside area with the kids. Pulled pork - surprisingly good Brisket - most excited for but garbage. Not enough flavor and...Read More

Take outLunch$30–50Atmosphere: 4

Frank Favela -Google user

a month ago

Finally had the opportunity to try smoke queen after returning from Beyond Wonderland I ordered the beef Dino ribs crispy pork belly sesame slaw and mapo chili which turns out wasn’t really spicy it has spice but that’s it. With respect to the craft of...Read More

Dine inLunch$50–100Atmosphere: 4Pork Belly Siu Yuk, Sesame SlawSomewhat difficult to find parkingFree parking lot, Free street parkingFrom what I saw kindaYes

Gabriel Landivar -Google user

5 months ago

Liked the fusion of flavors. Brisket had enough bark that gave a good flavor. Pork ribs were delicious. Dirty rice was awesome.

Atmosphere: 5

Joann Quizon -Google user

7 months ago

My husband and I was looking forward to trying her food. We watched her on Food Network and when we found out she opened up so close to us. We decided to try the Pork Belly Siu Yuk and the brisket was amazingly yummy. For...Read More

Dine inDinner$20–30Atmosphere: 5Banana Pudding, Pork Belly Siu Yuk, Dirty RicePlenty of parkingFree parking lot, Free street parkingTons of street parking

Wilson Tsang -Google user

a month ago

TLDR: helpful staff, good quality of meat 4.5 stars The owner was very helpful in helping me order a bowl that I could try multiple meats at once. I ordered the pork bowl with two types (chasu and crispy pork) as well as adding in $5 of...Read More

Dine inLunch$20–30Atmosphere: 5

Enrique Schneider -Google user

a month ago

2nd attempt to try this place. First off great location if you have kids. Call ahead if you only eat chicken- THEY RUN OUT EARLY! 1st attempt was Saturday 3/29/2025 6pm ish and they were out of chicken and dirty rice! We decided to comeback Sunday...Read More

Dine inDinner$30–50Atmosphere: 5Brisket 1 2 lb, Pork Belly Siu Yuk, Cornbread, Dirty RiceDefinitely kid friendly

peter prana -Google user

4 months ago

Nestled in the Garden Grove neighborhood, this bbq joint is a gem. It has a huge playground and plenty of patio seatings. The food, a blend of American bbq like ribs, brisket with slaw or mashed potatoes side dishes and Asian pork belly...Read More

$20–30Atmosphere: 5Suitable for all group sizesNo waitFree street parkingHuge playground for the kids to wonder around.Yes, definitely handicapped friendly establishment

Andy C -Google user

5 months ago

We love the Panang Curry with brisket, tallow fries!(we appreciate the use of tallow rather than seed oils), the chicken, brisket sando, the service, and the space. We are definitely returning to try the other items. I have to fight the urge to order too...Read More

Atmosphere: 5

Sendy Barrows -Google user

5 months ago

I found this restaurant on Instagram and was excited to try it. The staff was very helpful and friendly. There was plenty of parking and seating available when we arrived, and I also loved the idea of the outdoor sink to wash your hands. Overall...Read More

Dine inDinner$50–100Atmosphere: 2Plenty of parkingFree parking lot

Pham Le Phu -Google user

3 weeks ago

Smoke Queen BBQ serves up delicious BBQ. it is actually on par with the legendary BBQ you find in Texas. The meats are perfectly smoked, tender, and juicy every single time. Every bite is packed with flavor. The sides are just as amazing. Rich, comforting,...Read More

Take outDinner$10–20Atmosphere: 5BBQ Sauces, Rice Bowl, Brisket 1 2 lb, Shells & Cheese, Pork Belly Siu Yuk, Mac and Cheese, Char Siu 1 2 lb, Beef Rib, BBQ Chicken and BBQ Ribs with Slaw on the Side, Dirty RiceDifficult to find parkingFree parking lotVery limited parking lot. Try looking for street parking.

Jackson -Google user

2 months ago

I live about 50 minutes away, and I was in the area for work. It looks like I'll try to make it out here at least once a month, but only on Sundays, because the beef ribs are some of the best outside of...Read More

Dine inLunch$50–100Atmosphere: 5Brisket 1 2 lb, Pork Belly Siu Yuk

Calvin Montgomery :D -Google user

7 months ago

My first visit here was noteworthy. The staff was very pleasant and was more than happy to explain a few different meat options I was not familiar with. We got a large spread from pork ribs pulled pork crispy skin. Pork brisket dirty rice...Read More

Dine inDinner$30–50Atmosphere: 5Shells & Cheese, Mac and Cheese, Dirty Rice

Vince Gonzalez -Google user

a month ago

First time visiting, we're from the Coachella Valley. Our family decided to try this spot and we were not disappointed. The food is delicious. We ordered the 6 meat family pack. Everything is seasoned well and the meats are tender. The pork belly and brisket...Read More

Dine inDinner$10–20Atmosphere: 5Brisket 1 2 lb, Pork Belly Siu Yuk, Cornbread, Dirty Rice, Spicy CucumbersMostly smoked barbecue meatsPlenty of parkingFree parking lotHuge area with different sections for kids to playRamps everywhere. ADA compliant

MJ Martinez -Google user

2 months ago

Food is great. The brisket is tender and flavorful. The spicy cucumber salad is very tasty and not so spicy which is great, gives it a kick! The pulled pork has great smokey flavor to it and not overly sweet. The pork belly is...Read More

Dine inLunch$20–30Atmosphere: 4Brisket 1 2 lb, Cornbread, Tallow Fries, Sesame Slaw, Dirty Rice, Spicy CucumbersPlenty of parkingFree parking lot, Free street parkingYes we had a wheelchair with us, no problem.

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