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7+ YEARS IN TBR
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THE SMOKING RIBS

(4.9 Score)
14211 North Euclid Street, Suite D,
Garden Grove, CA 92843
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Since 1999

Specialities:

✓Prime Brisket Sandwich ✓BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich ✓Chili Cheese Nachos ✓Chili Cheese Fries ✓Prime Brisket Chili ✓Pulled Pork Nachos ✓Pulled Pork Fries ✓Brisket Nachos ✓Brisket Fries ✓French Fries ✓Garlic Mashed Potatoes ✓Battered Onion Rings ✓Coleslaw ✓House Creamed Corn ✓Sautéed Garlic Green Beans ✓Blueberry Corn Muffins ✓Mac N Cheese ✓Smoked BBQ Beans ✓Hot Link

" The Smoking Ribs is known for its smoked ribs and meats. They also serve sandwiches on thick toast or brioche buns with coleslaw on top. The restaurant is located in Euclid Plaza and was started by chef-owner Kenny Tran. Their menu includes options like brisket, tomahawk tenderloin steak, and a 14-ounce Porterhouse pork chop. One of their popular items is the Pulled Pork Nachos, loaded with BBQ beans, cheese, coleslaw, and BBQ sauce. They offer happy hour deals, catering services, and outdoor seating. The restaurant has expanded to Garden Grove, Fountain Valley, and Santa Ana, attracting a mix of Asian, white, and Latino customers. Catering options include on-site cooking or pickup at the restaurant. High chairs are available for kids.

2026 Highlights: The Smoking Ribs features an on-site bar boasting a great beer selection, cocktails, and wine. They offer free on-site parking and street parking, alongside a fully wheelchair-accessible entrance and seating area. "

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License #201426810422

Menu:

Smoked BBQ Ribs
Half Baby Back Pork Ribs 1 Side $26.00
13 Slab BBQ St. Louis Pork Spare Ribs 1 Side $20.00
Half Rack BBQ Beef Back Ribs Combo $28.00
Full Rack Baby Back Ribs 2 Sides $42.00
Full Slab St. Louis Spare Ribs 3 Sides $54.00
Full Beef Ribs 3 Sides $59.00
A La Carte
Full Rack Baby Back Pork Ribs $37.00
Full Slab St. Louis Pork Spare Ribs $48.00
Smoked Prime Brisket $21.00
BBQ Pulled Pork $7.00
Full Rack Beef Ribs $54.00
Chicken
Smoked Fried Chicken Quarters 2 Pieces 1 Side $16.00
Smoked Fried Chicken Wings $2.25
Smoked Fried Chicken Quarter A La Carte 1 Piece $5.00
Loaded Nachos And Fries
Chili Cheese Nachos $9.00
Chili Cheese Fries $11.00
Prime Brisket Chili $9.00
Pulled Pork Nachos $12.00
Pulled Pork Fries $14.00
Brisket Nachos $17.00
Brisket Fries $19.00

Contact:

(714) 867-6057

Wed-Sun: 12pm - 8pm
Mon & Tue: Closed

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SMOKE QUEEN BARBECUE

(4.8 Score)
12941 9th Street,
Garden Grove, CA 92840 Directions

Since 2024

Specialities:

✓Brisket ✓Char Siu ✓Siu Yuk ✓Pork Rib ✓Pulled Pork ✓Sausage Green Curry ✓Wagyu Tri Tip ✓Char Siu Burnt Ends ✓Brioche Bun ✓Cornbread ✓Dirty Rice ✓Mapo Chili ✓Tallow Fries ✓Coconut Rice ✓Sesame Slaw ✓Mac and Cheese ✓Spicy Cucumbers ✓Pandan Pudding ✓Mangomisu ✓BBQ Sando ✓Canton Bowl ✓Panang Curry Bowl

" Smoke Queen Barbecue serves Southern-style BBQ with a bold Asian twist. The restaurant is located in Cottage Industries. They combine traditional American smoking techniques with rich Asian flavors. Their meats, like brisket and pork belly, are slow-smoked over white oak for up to 12 hours, creating deep, unforgettable taste. Signature dishes include Korean-style ribs and spice-rubbed brisket, combining smoky, sweet, and spicy flavors. Come enjoy some of Orange County’s best craft barbecue and taste the passion in every bite.

2026 Highlights: Smoke Queen Barbecue is owned by Winnie Yee-Lakhani, a co-owner of Bruxie and a seasoned service franchisee. From backyard pits to multiple 1,000-gallon smokers, she now offers California Prime Beef Brisket and Heritage Pork. slow-smoked with white oak and infused with the flavors of her childhood. "

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License #4828948

Menu:

Protein
Brisket 12 lb $20.00
Char Siu 12 lb $17.00
Siu Yuk 12 lb $18.00
Pork Rib 12 rack $27.00
Pulled Pork 12 lb $17.00
Sausage Green Curry $10.00
Beef Ribs 1-bone Out Of Stock $60.00
Wagyu Tri Tip 12 lb $26.00
Char Siu Burnt Ends $20.00
Sandobowls
Bbq Sando $16.00
Canton Bowl $19.00
Panang Curry Bowl $18.00
Japanese Curry Bowl $18.00
Loaded Fries $19.00
Family Meals
4 Entrees, 4 Sides $92.00
6 Entrees, 6 Sides $136.00
6-7 Family Meal $142.00

Contact:

(714) 583-8251

Wed-Sun: 11am - 9pm
Mon & Tue: Closed

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10+ YEARS IN TBR

MO RAN GAK RESTAURANT

(4.8 Score)
9651 Garden Grove Boulevard,
Garden Grove, CA 92844 Directions

Since 1996

Specialities:

✓Bone-in Short Ribs ✓Boneless Short Ribs ✓Thinly Sliced Boneless Short Ribs ✓Chicken ✓Black Pork Belly ✓Pork Collar ✓Pork Jowl ✓Tiger Shrimp ✓Beef Tongue ✓Intestine and Tripe ✓Pyeongyang Mul Naengmyeon ✓Bibim Naengmyeon ✓Naengmyeon + Galbi ✓Wang Galbitang ✓Yookejang ✓Doenjang Ttukbaegi ✓Sanchae Bibimbap ✓Dolpan Bibimbap ✓Dolpan Nakji Deopbap ✓Dolpan Gopchang Deopbap ✓Dolpan Bulgogi Deopbap

" Mo Ran Gak Restaurant has been serving Korean BBQ, noodles, and traditional Korean dishes for 29 years. The staff is friendly, professional, and quick to take care of customers' needs. They offer Korean BBQ in a large, comfortable space. Their popular dishes include Or Sei Bulgogi, Naengmyeon Galbi, and Cold Noodles. Their seafood pancake is a customer favorite. The food is tasty, portions are generous and prices are reasonable. They also offer outdoor dining with BBQ options. Free street parking is also available for your convenience. Seafood Pancake and tofu Soup are highly recommended dishes. Dine-in and wifi are also available.

2026 Highlights: Mo Ran Gak is fully equipped with wheelchair-accessible seating, entrances, and parking. Meals come accompanied by unique side dishes, including free-flowing hot bone broth and freshly made mung bean pancakes. "

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Menu:

A La Carte
Thick Cut Pork Jowl $47.54
Seng Galbi $71.34
Cha Dol $45.16
Pork Collar $38.02
Joomooluk $57.06
Bul Gogi $47.54
Samgyupsal $41.59
Chicken $35.64
Tiger Shrimp $43.97
Special Dishes
Braised Pork Belly $33.26
Beef Tartare $43.97
Braised Cod $59.44
Seafood Pancake $35.64
Octopus $53.49
Raw Crab $47.54
Entree
Sanchae Bibimbap $23.74
Bulgogi $28.50
Morankukbap $26.12
Doenjang $21.36
Deulkae Sujebi $24.93
Dongtae $28.50
Dolpan Gopachang $28.50
Gondeure Dolpan $28.50

Contact:

(714) 638-1177 (714) 638-1178

Tue-Sun: 11am - 9:30pm
Mon: Closed

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THE SMOKING RIBS REVIEWS

One of my favorite experiences honestly. The girl at the front was very nice. Our food was amazing, great brisket and even better beef ribs. It’s a great deal with great flavor. Beef ribs were super meaty too. Sides were also delicious. Overall amazing.

Foods Great when they don't run out. The beef ribs, creamed corn, and brisket fries are tasty.

Absolutely delicious ribs! Friendly and fast service! I loved the food. 10 out 10.

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SMOKE QUEEN BARBECUE REVIEWS

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 banana pudding. My girlfriend and I tried it, and it was so good that we had to buy two more to take home immediately. The staff here is also amazing—super friendly and happy to answer any questions. Can’t recommend this place enough for anyone looking for top-notch BBQ with unique flavors.

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 Texas. I purposely didn't finish my food, so I would have leftovers.

I can't lie. One of the best new BBQ places around! I felt like I was at home with the warm welcome they provided. The brisket was everything you want it to be. The ambience is chill. Perfect for stuffing your face.

MO RAN GAK RESTAURANT REVIEWS

Tried Mo Ran Gak Korean Restaurant for the first time, and it was a fantastic experience! Arrived at 12 PM, and the place was packed with many customers queuing. We ordered the Short Ribs with Bone and Beef Tongue—both were incredibly tender and tasted amazing. Finished our meal around 2 PM, and the queue was still going strong, which speaks volumes about its popularity! Highly recommended to visit and try for yourself.

I was staying in a hotel nearby and saw this restaurant on google maps so I wasn’t sure how it would be. But, honestly, this place was really excellent. One of the better Korean BBQ experiences I’ve had. All of the food was very fresh and tasty. They gave us a huge variety of dishes and I ate until I was very full, but I still felt great afterwards. On top of that, the staff were very nice. Great experience.

Excellent restaurant and great recommendations! Delicious cold noodle soups and entree. Their bbq beef is amazing. Banchan had so many different ingredients and they were all delicious.

TBR® Inspection Score Report

THE SMOKING RIBS Total Inspection Points: 117/120
Business Hours: 8
Contact Info: 9
Acknowledgments: 10
Menu Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Online Order: 10
Pricing: 10
Reviews Accuracy of 4.1K: 10
Video: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

SMOKE QUEEN BARBECUE Total Inspection Points: 116/120
Business Hours: 8
Acknowledgments: 9
Contact Info: 9
Menu Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Online Order: 10
Pricing: 10
Reviews Accuracy of 1.8K: 10
Video: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

MO RAN GAK RESTAURANT Total Inspection Points: 115/120
Acknowledgments: 9
Business Hours: 9
Complete Info: 9
Contact Info: 9
Social Media: 9
Menu Images: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Online Order: 10
Reviews Accuracy of 5.0K: 10
Video: 10