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FAMOUS DAVE'S BAR-B-QUE FRESNO

(5.0 Score)
7603 North Blackstone Avenue,
Fresno, CA 93720 Directions

Since 1994

Specialities:

✓Dave's Sampler Platter ✓BBQ Nachos ✓Burnt Ends ✓Mozzarella Sticks Appetizer ✓Southside Rib Tips ✓Catfish Fingers ✓Traditional Wings Appetizer ✓Mac and Cheese Bites ✓BBQ Quesadilla ✓Fish and Chips ✓Onion Rings ✓Dave's Favorite Burger ✓Devil's Spit and Ultimate Burger ✓Jacked-n-stacked Burger ✓Veggie Burger ✓Caesar Salad ✓Chicken Chopped Salad ✓Double Bacon Cheddar Burger

" Famous Dave's Bar-B-Que Fresno serves wood-smoked meats and tasty side dishes in a fun, Western-style setting. Their menu has many popular BBQ meals, burgers, and sandwiches. They also have a special kids’ menu with yummy options like mini corn dogs, pulled pork sandwiches, BBQ chicken, chicken strips, and roasted chicken, perfect for young diners. Besides eating in the restaurant, you can order catering for events like business meetings, weddings, graduations, and parties. They also sell gift cards for birthdays, holidays, thank-you gifts, or just to treat someone special to a tasty BBQ meal. Famous Dave's Bar-B-Que Fresno offers happy hour food and online orders for your convenience.

2026 Highlights: Famous Dave's Bar-B-Que Fresno also offers dine-in, takeout, delivery, and catering, including large-format meals for groups and events. "

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Menu:

Bbq & Ribs
Georgia Chopped Pork Platter $18.95
Texas Beef Brisket Platter $22.95
Southside Rib Tip Platter $18.95
Country Roasted Chicken Platter $20.95
Bbq Chicken Platter $20.95
Texas Tri Tip Steak Platter $22.95
Sweetwater Catfish Platter $22.95
2 Meat Combo $24.95
3 Meat Combo $31.95
Rib-N-Meat Combo $27.95
Family and Friends Feast $84.95
Feast for Two $59.95
Founder's Feast $37.95
Kid's Menu
Kid's Hand Breaded Chicken Strips $7.45
Kid's Mac and Cheese $7.45
Kid's Hamburger $7.45
Kid's Cheeseburger $7.45
Kid's Mini Corn Dogs $7.45
Kid's Grilled Cheese $7.45
Wingapalooza!
Smoked Wing Basket $18.39
Smoked Double Winger $43.29
Smoked Wing Party Platter $90.09
Appetizers
Dave'S Sampler Platter $35.99
Burnt Ends Appetizer $23.99
Southside Rib Tips Appetizer $17.99

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Contact:

(559) 261-4227 (800) 446-9999

Mon-Wed: 11am - 8pm
Thu-Sun: 11am - 9pm

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11+ YEARS IN TBR
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WESTWOODS BBQ & SPICE CO

(4.9 Score)
8042 North Blackstone Avenue,
Fresno, CA 93720 Directions

Since 2013

Specialities:

✓BBQ Chicken Medallions Salad ✓Buffalo Chicken Wedge ✓Westwoods Cobb Salad ✓Chicken Fattoush Bowl ✓Wood Grilled Meatloaf ✓Cedar Plank Salmon ✓Mediterranean Chicken Skewer ✓Westwoods Cheeseburger ✓Baby Back Ribs and Apple Bleu Salad ✓Westwoods Cheeseburger With Pastrami and Applewood Bacon ✓Westwoods Cheeseburger With Tri Tip ✓Brisket BBQ Burger

" Westwoods BBQ & Spice Co is a family-friendly BBQ spot that serves locally sourced meats, craft beers, and wines. Dave Fansler founded this restaurant. Their mission is to bring the rich tradition of pit-smoked BBQ to the heart of Fresno. They use fresh, quality ingredients to make tasty meals everyone can enjoy. Families will find a kids' menu with favorites like chicken fingers, burgers, grilled cheese, ribs, and tri-tip. Their Westwood burgers are a customer favorite and come with sides like potato salad, broccoli bleu salad, fries, or apple celery slaw. Westwoods BBQ & Spice Co also offers catering for events like parties or business meetings. They have vegetarian and vegan options too, so there is something for everyone. Gift cards are available, never expire, and make a great gift for BBQ lovers.

2026 Highlights: The restaurant offers dine-in, reservations, takeout, delivery, outdoor seating, and catering/private events. "

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License #201209610246

Menu:

Chef's Specials
Birria Tacos $22.00
Chicken & Waffle $20.00
Platter World
The Feast Platter $38.00
The Ultimate Platter $48.00
Time For Chili!
White Chicken Chili $10.00
Red Cowboy Chili $10.00
Desserts
Mini Banana Pudding Cup $6.00
Giant Carrot Cake $13.00
Original Strawberry Pizza $12.00
Chocolate Cake $15.00
6 Chocolate Chip Cookies $10.00
Starters
Applewood Bacon & Cheddar Fries $15.00
Brisket Nachos $23.00
Chips & Salsa $10.00
Crispy Chicken Wings $18.00
Jalapeño Corn Bread $5.00
Potato Skins $17.00
Santa Maria Tri Tip App $19.00
Sweet Potato Fries $16.00
Texas Toast $8.00
Westwoods House Made French Fries $6.00
Honey Q Fried Chicken Strips (3) $15.00
Fried Pickles $15.00
Appetizer Sampler $38.00
Lunch Starter Salads
House Green Salad $11.00
Caesar $11.00

Contact:

(559) 449-9227

Sun-Tue: 11am - 9pm
Wed & Thu: 11am - 9:30pm
Fri & Sat: 11am - 10pm

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MAW N' PAW BBQ

(4.8 Score)
2686 North Clovis Avenue, # 101,
Fresno, CA 93727 Directions

Since 2010

Specialities:

✓Meat Platter ✓Sandwiches ✓Cheese ✓Pork Ribs ✓BBQ Burrito ✓Half Rack of Ribs ✓Pulled Pork ✓Sliders ✓Drinks ✓Chicken ✓Hot Links ✓Brisket ✓Tri-tip ✓Coleslaw ✓Brisket Brined ✓BBQ Bowl ✓Dry Rubbed Slow Smoked Ribs ✓Chicken Breast ✓BBQ Beans ✓Sides ✓Hamburger ✓Rice Pilaf ✓Tacos ✓Potato Salad ✓Potatoes ✓Slow Smoked Tenders and Slow Smoked

" Maw n' Paw BBQ is known for its slow-smoked, Kentucky-style BBQ with homemade sauces. They offer tasty dishes like BBQ burritos, BBQ bowls, tacos, mac and cheese, and potatoes. If you are hosting an event like a wedding, birthday, funeral, baby shower, or sports night, Maw n' Paw BBQ provides catering to make sure your event is a hit with great BBQ food. They can bring their delicious meals to your door if you can't visit the restaurant. They also offer gift cards, so you can treat someone to a fantastic BBQ meal. Maw n' Paw BBQ can cater events with anywhere from 5 to 2,600 meals, and their Super Smoker can cook up to 750 pounds of meat at once. High chairs are available for kids.

2026 Highlights: Maw n' Paw BBQ also has a substantial catering operation, serving everything from small gatherings to very large events, with pickup, delivery, and full-service catering options. "

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Menu:

Value Meals
Mawtatoe $9.49
2 Tacos + Rice $10.59
Sliders + 1 Side $10.59
Bbq Bowl $10.59
Bbq Burrito $10.59
Pawtatoe $10.59
Extra Goodies
Hotlink $4.79
Potato Salad $3.29
Bbq Beans $3.29
Coleslaw $3.29
Rice Pilaf $3.29
12 Bread $0.40
Sandwich
Small Sandwich $10.59
Regular Sandwich $13.59
Xlarge Sandwich $16.59
Platter
2 Meats + 1 Side Platter $13.59
3 Meats + 2 Sides Platter $18.99
4 Meats + 3 Sides Platter $24.99
Drinks
Bottled Water $1.99
Canned Soda $2.29
Large Bottled Drink $3.49

Contact:

(559) 348-9559 (559) 301-6699

Mon-Fri: 10:30am - 6:30pm
Sat & Sun: Closed

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FAMOUS DAVE'S BAR-B-QUE FRESNO REVIEWS

I had the opportunity to have a great meal today at Dave's. I ordered a two meat dinner which included burnt ends and brisket. I opted for double potato salad. The service was immediate, the food was served hot and was delicious. The food and staff exceeded all of my expectations. Do yourself a favor and stop in for a bite. A quick shout out to my server "Hope" she made my visit fantastic by making sure that my drink was refilled and checking on me during my visit. Thank you so much!.

Best BBQ in Fresno! Famous Ashley was awesome!The brisket stretches out like lace with tons of moisture and the perfect amount of sauce!! I don't know how they BBQ their chicken so perfect! You can see we loved it all!! Didn't have an inch of room for the rest of the delicious beans.

Every time we come here the food is amazing. It’s been a couple years since I’ve been in town and it was just as good today as I remember. Highly recommend burnt ends. Our server Britney was so friendly and helpful!! Ty FD!.

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WESTWOODS BBQ & SPICE CO REVIEWS

I experienced Westwood's for the first time Saturday. I had dinner with a very good friend of mine. It was so packed we ate at the bar. Food was great customer service was impeccable even sitting at the bar. I had a really good time I hope to visit your establishment again soon.

Food was great, Jordan our server was awesome but the hostess ignored us as we came in to get seated. We were the only people walking in and we made eye contact & as soon as we came up to the desk she turned away to focus on another task.

This was our first time there and my daughter suggested it and it did not disappoint at all...it was fantastic.

MAW N' PAW BBQ REVIEWS

The food was excellent, the portions were massive, and the prices were very cheap. The service was great as well, I will visit again the next time I'm in Fresno. I was encouraged to go by the middle-aged progressive women's review, which stated there were no vegetarian options at the BBQ Restaurant. It's refreshing to visit a place that doesn't pander to the vegan, gluten, trendy crowd. Just good old-fashioned barbecue. I would recommend anyone try it, and if you're brave enough, go for the NuclearQ sauce somehow or manages to melt your taste buds and taste delicious at the same time, quite the feat.

Maw n' Paw BBQ best BBQ in town. Best catering prices in town. Excellent food, excellent service, and great atmosphere. This is the second catering I got from them in two months. Full service catering for 150 people at the fair grounds, Excellent service. Today my company got them for pickup catering service for 60 people, Excellent food.

This place was recommended to me. I did not have high hopes due to my standard for brisket...I was not disappointed. Had brisket, pulled pork, and ribs. Let me tell you it is worth a detour to try this BBQ. amazing food. Great service. Will be coming back.

TBR® Inspection Score Report

FAMOUS DAVE'S BAR-B-QUE FRESNO Total Inspection Points: 119/120
Legitimate Ratings: 9
Menu Images: 10
Contact Info: 10
Current Evaluation: 10
Exact Services: 10
Experience: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Online Order: 10
Pricing: 10
Reviews Accuracy of 8.8K: 10
Social Media: 10
Video: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

WESTWOODS BBQ & SPICE CO Total Inspection Points: 118/120
Experience: 8
Acknowledgments: 10
Menu Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Contact Info: 10
Current Evaluation: 10
Exact Services: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Online Order: 10
Reviews Accuracy of 6.3K: 10
Social Media: 10
Video: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

MAW N' PAW BBQ Total Inspection Points: 116/120
Business Hours: 8
Experience: 9
Social Media: 9
Menu Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Contact Info: 10
Current Evaluation: 10
Exact Services: 10
Online Order: 10
Pricing: 10
Reviews Accuracy of 1.7K: 10
Video: 10