3 Best Barbecue Restaurants in Chula Vista, CA

“Manna BBQ serves all-you-can-eat BBQ menus with a delectable range of high-quality beef, chicken, pork, and seafood. Their traditional Banchan is accompanied by every meal and a selection from their drink menu. They always try to give all clients the best AYCE through clean and safe inspection. You have choices of peppers, rice paper, garlic, and soon dubu (tofu soup) and doenjang jjigae (soybean paste soup) to enjoy and spice up your experience. Go and enjoy their traditional dishes with their drinks. With the growing popularity of KBBQ, They have expanded their locations to San Marcos, Chula Vista, Mira Mesa, Texas, and Arizona. They have different meat choices, including marinated and non-marinated, as well as seafood and benches. They provide quality meats at an affordable price to ensure that everyone in their community can experience their long-held tradition of Korean BBQ.”

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“Lil Alex BBQ. offers a variety of delicious dishes such as pulled pork sandwiches, ribs, chicken, and classic sides. The restaurant has gained a loyal following over the years due to its authentic downhome-style BBQ offerings. They use responsibly sourced meats in their culinary creations and take pride in maintaining the freshness and quality of their ingredients. Their menu caters to all taste preferences, ensuring that there is something to satisfy everyone's palate. They prepare each dish carefully, taking inspiration from their kitchen and even crafting their desserts in-house. The restaurant is committed to ethical sourcing and does not use hormones, antibiotics, or chemical additives. They also offer catering services for events of all sizes, including weddings receptions. Conveniently located just 3.9 miles from Chula Vista, Lil Alex BBQ is easily accessible to residents and visitors alike. They welcome you to try their favorite dishes and drinks while enjoying the restaurant's cool vibes.”

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“L&L Hawaiian Barbecue takes pride in using the finest quality essences and creating house-made rubs. L&L Hawai‘i brand was established in 1976 by Eddie Flores, Jr over 200 locations throughout 15 states and Japan. The restaurant is a top store in San Diego and one of the top 20 VIP L&L Hawaiian Barbecue franchisees worldwide. In 2002, L&L Hawaiian Barbecue was named one of the “50 Regional Powerhouse Chains” by Nation’s Restaurant News. The Restaurant Business magazine ranked L&L #15 of its 50 Top Growth Chains in the Nation in 2005. Their specialty is a unique style of Hawaiian plate lunch, featuring two scoops of rice, a hemisphere of creamy macaroni salad, and an aloha-infused hot entree. They are ready to serve you the delicious Hawaiian plate lunch you crave. Whether you’re planning for 10 or 10,000, they can customize any Luau, corporate function, party, or office luncheon. They provide a plate lunch menu for all the locations. They gained many awards and continued rankings in various local and national magazines. If you’re planning for 10 or 10,000, they can customize any Luau, corporate event, party, or office luncheon.”

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