Nestled at the edge of greater Los Angeles, Simi Valley is a quintessential California exurb where hearty barbecue has a loyal following.
Pitmasters draw on everything from Texas low-and-slow to Santa Maria-style tri-tip, often with a uniquely West Coast focus on fresh sides, craft beers, and inventive sauces.
Green Acres Farm Market and Catering
A surprising find inside a working farm stand, Green Acres serves up house-smoked tri-tip, brisket, and ribs alongside a killer lineup of farm-fresh salads and roasted veggies.
Try the tri-tip sandwich with grilled onions, and don’t skip the chipotle BBQ beans. Great for families and always friendly.
Dugout BBQ
A favorite for classic American barbecue, Dugout delivers with moist brisket, juicy ribs, and pulled pork sandwiches.
Locals return for their signature spicy BBQ sauce and massive sampler platters.
It’s a laid-back, sports-bar kind of spot where you can gather with friends over a pile of smoky goodness.
Simi Valley BBQ and Grill
This casual eatery is praised for fall-off-the-bone ribs and flavorful chicken, always served fresh and never overly sauced.
Their BBQ-sauced burgers are a local treat, and the sides—cornbread muffins and coleslaw—draw rave reviews for being homemade and generous.
They also cater, so local parties keep them busy.
Red’s BBQ & Grillery
A bit of a drive but worth it—Red’s has a loyal following for its smoky baby backs, Texas beef ribs, and family-style plates.
Their sauces range from sweet-and-sticky to spicy, and the combo platters are perfect for group grazing.
Expect old-school décor, a lively crowd, and heaping sides.
BBQ Land
A local secret, BBQ Land offers a fusion of American barbecue staples and Mediterranean-style kabobs.
The brisket and chicken are slow-smoked and juicy, but regulars also love the grilled lamb and homemade hummus.
Go for a platter to sample both worlds—a true reflection of Simi’s multicultural dining scene.
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