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Name: Blake’s Place
Address: 2905 E Miraloma Ave,Ste 3, Anaheim, CA, 92806
Telephone: (714) 630-8574
Price range: Under $11
Rating: 4.01

Blake’s Place

2905 E Miraloma Ave,Ste 3, Anaheim, CA, 92806

(714) 630-8574
Store is closed

Blake’s Place Menu

Smoked Meat & Hot Sandwiches

Beef Brisket Sandwich

Blake's Dip

Philly Brisket Sandwich

Ortega Chili Melt

Sausage Sandwich

Pastrami Sandwich

Pork Loin Sandwich

Turkey Breast Sandwich

Half-Sandwich & Cup of Soup or Salad

Bbq Chicken Sandwich

Blake's Chicken Sandwich

Sandy's Chicken Sandwich

Tuna Melt
Sides

Blake's Bbq Beans

Mac & Cheese

Crunchy Cole Slaw

Potato Salad

Roasted Corn Cobbette

Fresh Fruit

French Fries

Sweet Potato Fries

Onion Rings

Blake's Rings & French Fries Combo
Childrens Menu

Baby Back Ribs

Chicken Strips

Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Blake's Mac & Cheese
Desserts

Apple or Peach Cobbler

Sandy's Bread Pudding

Fresh Baked Cookies

Banana Pudding
Beverages

Soft Drinks

Iced Tea Lemonade

Bottled Water

Domestic Beer (Dine in Only)

Specialty Beer (Dine in Only)

Glass of Wine
Fresh Salads Etc. ..

Southwestern Chicken Salad

Blake's Signature Barbeque Salad

Blake's Chef Salad

Buffalo Chicken Salad

Brisket or Chicken Caesar Salad

House or Caesar Salad

Blake's Soup of the Day
Blake's Smoked Wings

Blake's Smoked Wings

Blake's Burrito Grande
Deli Sandwiches

Turkey Avocado & Swiss

Tuna Sandwich
Blake's Specialties

Blake's One Pound Bomber

Tasha's Bbq Trio

Sandwich Sampler

Pulled Pork Pile

Chopped Beef Brisket Pile

Pulled Bbq Chicken Pile
The Beast

The Beast
Bbq Plates from the Smoker

Smoked Meat Plate

Pork Spare Rib Plate

Baby Back Rib Plate

Smoked Meat & Rib Plate
Blake's Big Bbq Plate

Blake's Big Bbq Plate
Pit Smoked Bbq Package

BBQ Packages
Bbq Package Entree Choices

Beef Brisket (sliced or chopped)

BBQ Chicken (on the bone)

Pulled BBQ Chicken

BBQ Chicken Breast (boneless skinless)

Turkey Breast

Kielbasa Smoked Sausage

Smoked Ham

Pork Loin

Pulled Pork

Pork Spare Ribs

Baby Back Pork Ribs

Beef Ribs

Prime Rib

Smoked Salmon
Side Dishes

Blake's Famous BBQ Beans

Fresh Roasted Corn Cobbettes

Sweet Corn (off the cob)

Fresh Steamed Vegetables

Green Bean Almondine Style

Red Roasted Potatoes

Potatoes Au Gratin

Mashed Potatoes & Gravy

Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Rice Pilaf

Blake's Mac & Cheese

Green Salad

Caesar Salad

Cole Slaw

Cucumber Salad

Blake's Potato Salad

Tri Color Pasta Salad

Fresh Cut Fruit

Southwestern Salad

Blake's Salad
Additional Catering Packages

Signature Sandwich Buffet

Blake's Lasagna

Vegetarian Lasagna

Chicken Enchilada Lasagna

Grilled Hamburger Or Hot Dog Catering Package
Beverages

Assorted Canned Drinks

Bottled Water

Lemonade & Iced Tea Service
Desserts

Freshly Baked Cookies

Brownies

Lemon Bars

Homemade Peach or Apple Cobbler Bread or Banana Pudding
Complete Meals for Take-out

Baby Back Rib Meal

Pork Spare Rib Meal

Smoked Meat Sampler

Sliced Meat Meal

Bbq Chicken Meal

Blake's Bbq Feast
Main

Whole Smoked Turkey
Meats from the Smoker

Beef Brisket

Pork Loin

Kielasa Sausage

Turkey Breast

Smoked Ham

Chicken Breast

BBQ Chicken

Chopped Beef Brisket

Pulled BBQ Chicken

Pulled Pork

Baby Back Ribs

Pork Spare Ribs

Blake's Smoked Wings
Sides

BBQ Beans

Mac & Cheese

Potato Salad

Cole Slaw

Blake's BBQ Sauce
Sandwich Catering

Pit-smoked Meat Sandwich Tray

Deli Sandwich Tray

Boxed Hot Sandwich Meal

Boxed Deli Sandwich Meal

Healthy Meal suggestions for Blake’s Place

Smoked Meat & Hot Sandwiches

Beef Brisket Sandwich [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Blake's Dip [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Philly Brisket Sandwich [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Ortega Chili Melt [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Sausage Sandwich [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Pastrami Sandwich [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Pork Loin Sandwich [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Turkey Breast Sandwich [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Half-Sandwich & Cup of Soup or Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Bbq Chicken Sandwich [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Blake's Chicken Sandwich [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Sandy's Chicken Sandwich [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Tuna Melt [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Sides

Blake's Bbq Beans [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Mac & Cheese [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Crunchy Cole Slaw [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Potato Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Roasted Corn Cobbette [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Fresh Fruit [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

French Fries [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Sweet Potato Fries [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Onion Rings [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Blake's Rings & French Fries Combo [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Childrens Menu

Baby Back Ribs [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chicken Strips [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Grilled Cheese Sandwich [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Blake's Mac & Cheese [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Desserts

Apple or Peach Cobbler [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Sandy's Bread Pudding [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Fresh Baked Cookies [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Banana Pudding [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Beverages

Soft Drinks [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Iced Tea Lemonade [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Bottled Water [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Domestic Beer (Dine in Only) [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Specialty Beer (Dine in Only) [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Glass of Wine [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Fresh Salads Etc. ..

Southwestern Chicken Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Blake's Signature Barbeque Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Blake's Chef Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Buffalo Chicken Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Brisket or Chicken Caesar Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

House or Caesar Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Blake's Soup of the Day [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Blake's Smoked Wings

Blake's Smoked Wings [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Blake's Burrito Grande [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Deli Sandwiches

Turkey Avocado & Swiss [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Tuna Sandwich [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Blake's Specialties

Blake's One Pound Bomber [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Tasha's Bbq Trio [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Sandwich Sampler [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Pulled Pork Pile [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chopped Beef Brisket Pile [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Pulled Bbq Chicken Pile [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
The Beast

The Beast [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Bbq Plates from the Smoker

Smoked Meat Plate [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Pork Spare Rib Plate [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Baby Back Rib Plate [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Smoked Meat & Rib Plate [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Blake's Big Bbq Plate

Blake's Big Bbq Plate [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Pit Smoked Bbq Package

BBQ Packages [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Bbq Package Entree Choices

Beef Brisket (sliced or chopped) [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

BBQ Chicken (on the bone) [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Pulled BBQ Chicken [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

BBQ Chicken Breast (boneless skinless) [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Turkey Breast [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Kielbasa Smoked Sausage [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Smoked Ham [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Pork Loin [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Pulled Pork [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Pork Spare Ribs [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Baby Back Pork Ribs [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Beef Ribs [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Prime Rib [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Smoked Salmon [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Side Dishes

Blake's Famous BBQ Beans [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Fresh Roasted Corn Cobbettes [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Sweet Corn (off the cob) [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Fresh Steamed Vegetables [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Green Bean Almondine Style [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Red Roasted Potatoes [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Potatoes Au Gratin [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Mashed Potatoes & Gravy [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Garlic Mashed Potatoes [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Rice Pilaf [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Blake's Mac & Cheese [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Green Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Caesar Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Cole Slaw [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Cucumber Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Blake's Potato Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Tri Color Pasta Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Fresh Cut Fruit [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Southwestern Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Blake's Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Additional Catering Packages

Signature Sandwich Buffet [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Blake's Lasagna [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Vegetarian Lasagna [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chicken Enchilada Lasagna [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Grilled Hamburger Or Hot Dog Catering Package [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Beverages

Assorted Canned Drinks [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Bottled Water [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Lemonade & Iced Tea Service [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Desserts

Freshly Baked Cookies [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Brownies [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Lemon Bars [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Homemade Peach or Apple Cobbler Bread or Banana Pudding [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Complete Meals for Take-out

Baby Back Rib Meal [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Pork Spare Rib Meal [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Smoked Meat Sampler [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Sliced Meat Meal [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Bbq Chicken Meal [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Blake's Bbq Feast [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Main

Whole Smoked Turkey [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Meats from the Smoker

Beef Brisket [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Pork Loin [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Kielasa Sausage [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Turkey Breast [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Smoked Ham [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chicken Breast [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

BBQ Chicken [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chopped Beef Brisket [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Pulled BBQ Chicken [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Pulled Pork [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Baby Back Ribs [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Pork Spare Ribs [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Blake's Smoked Wings [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Sides

BBQ Beans [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Mac & Cheese [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Potato Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Cole Slaw [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Blake's BBQ Sauce [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Sandwich Catering

Pit-smoked Meat Sandwich Tray [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Deli Sandwich Tray [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Boxed Hot Sandwich Meal [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Boxed Deli Sandwich Meal [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

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S Y.

One star is being gracious! They should be getting negative stars. Yes...we got there kind of late. Yes....they were almost closing. But that's no excuse for cold BBQ!! Not to mention that their spare ribs tasted like lighter fluid! EWWW GROSS! What's worse was we paid $30.00 for food that was not hot, good, nor tasty. We weren't even half done, and the waiter attempted to take our BBQ sauce! What is up with that?!?!? The baked beans were the only tasty thing about the meal. But not good enough for me to drive out to the boonies to get! Their coleslaw really tastes like sliced cabbage, mayonnaise, and heavy on the vinegar. I then came home, and then got sick from their food. I won't be going back. Seriously...never again!
(1)
Stephanie L.

went here for lunch on sunday and our group of three got the big rib platter and the smoked meat plate with beef brisket. it was enough food for the 3 of us and we had an extra pork rib to take home. service was eh-ok...the guy who took our order was super quiet and didn't have much to say to us, including the standard "how can i help you?" or "thank you". many of the staff look like high schoolers so they might need to be trained in customer service basics. the bbq sauce was good, and i was surprised at the tastyness of the bbq beans. corn cob was tasty, potato salad was alright. oh and the mac and cheese was sadly bland. i definitely recommend the beef rib, which was our favorite, but unfortunately there was only one in the platter. will come again for the beef ribs and to try the spicy bbq sauce.
(3)
michelle v.

A Must if you live in OC! Stopped into Blake's Place for some Saturday Night BBQ tonight. The Angels game was showing proudly on the Cafe television screens and we were greeted promptly by smiling faces. The BBQ is amazingly prices and although it is a little bit off the beaten path it is well worth the trip . The food is affordable and delicious. The pulled pork is to die for! The pork is juicy and covered in a perfectly crafted BBQ sauce and is even better with the Spicy BBQ sauce that Blake's now has. Order yourself a side of Onion Rings and you will never be able to go back to another BBQ place. The Brisket is perfectly cooked with an amazing smokey flavor. It was so tender and juicy that my taste buds were dancing. My experience got even better when I dipped my garlic bread in the baked beans which were slow cooked with just the right amount of molasses and bacon with tiny bits of brisket hidden within them. They were DARN good. I was having such an orgasmic food experience I nearly forgot how affordable the food was. If your cruising up the 57 in Anaheim do yourself a favor and hop off at the Orangethrope exit drive a block or two and stop for some BBQ. You will not regret it. Good People, Good BBQ, and GOOD TIMES
(5)
Kristina L.

Blake's recently catered our wedding and were absolutely fantastic. So many of our guests raved how good the food was. Their staff went above and beyond to make our day special. We had a few special requests and they didn't hesitate to make it happen for us. My husband and I are so pleased that we made the decision to choose Blake's. We would recommend them to any one and will use them again in the future!
(5)
Jennifer H.

I am writing this review strictly on their catering. I have yet to Dine-In, which we always want to try sometime. The staff here has been so kind with my two events that I have put together. Many compliments on the Beef Brisket (Sliced) , the Southwestern Corn, & The BREAD. For both events I have plenty of leftover food and this was with people coming back for seconds !(of course we always have those that only get one small portion and save room for desert...who does that??) I will definately use them again and gladly recommend them for anyone wanting a BBQ Caterer.
(4)
Angela B.

can u say YUM??? Best BBQ in the OC... we came out feeling satisfied.. We loved it all from the Ribs to the garlic bread to the freshly baked chocolate chip cookie...No doubt another visit soon real soon... The staff was really nice too...
(5)
Lisa S.

A friend of mine took me to lunch here a few years ago. He knows his food. He told me about how good the chicken sandwiches were here so we finally went. I would have never known that this place existed because it is in the middle of an industrial area. When we walked in, the place was packed. We both ordered the chicken sandwich. mmmmm it was so tasty! It was served on a soft bun, topped with lettuce, tomato, red onion, a touch of mayo and bbq sauce. The chicken literally melts in your mouth. The fries are thick cut, which I really like. It was a really great sandwich. My sister in law also used Blake's to cater for my niece's bday party. We had tri tip, chicken, ribs and all the fixings! It was absoulutely delicious! It can get rather crowded during lunch and it seemed a little pricey to me, I think I paid a little over 10 bucks for fries, sandwich and a drink, but the food is really good. I took some friends there, they recommend the pulled pork sandwich.
(4)
Misty P.

One word....brisket. OH MY. Their beef brisket sandwich is one of the best ways to get to heaven. Pulled pork, decent. Turkey sandwich...pretty nice. Oh and the wings....oh the wings.....yes these are quite nice. Not really buffalo style, they are beyond. Get them with a side of their hot sauce and you will have no complaints. Did I mention their prime rib sandwich, no? Divine. Try this place, their service is friendly and their bbq is pretty good for a So Cal joint.
(5)
Joshua D.

Blake's Place is great. I eat there about 3 times a week for lunch and I really appreciate the variety they offer. I have been going there for 10 years and there salads are always fresh and there BBQ is always hot. If you enjoy the taste of BBQ, then order the ribs or anyother meat dry with no sauce, so you can enjoy the great natural flavor of the BBQ. The number one sign of a great BBQ is one that doesn't have to hide behind sauce. Another great point about Blake's is the service. Their staff is outstanding and always looking out for their customers care. They are fast too. You can get to Blake's at Noon on a Friday with a line out the door and they will have you seated and eating in no time. Their staff is organized and well trained. Thanks to the Blake's Team for doing a great job and providing me with many yummy meals.
(4)
Home Boy E.

What is better than slow smoked BBQ? The answer is slow smoked BBQ that is then deep fried!!!!! Known as a Buffaleg I whole heartedly believe everyone needs to have one. What is a Buffaleg you ask? Well its a chicken leg smoked to perfection for 2 hours before its deep fried and tossed in a sauce to coat them. You get four and one flavor but I highly recommend the sweet chili. It blew the other flavors away but the Spicy BBQ is also pretty amazing. These aren't your Grandpa's chicken wings, they are meatier, juicier, and the thicker parts of the skin are crunchy/chewy like thick pieces of baked bacon. They have been at the same location doing the same things for almost 20 years and still going strong. They smoke all their meat on the premises for ungodly amounts of time. The servicing sizes are large and will definitely fill you up, and the menu is huge. The service was very friendly and quick. I am told the majority of their business is catering so for your next get together give them a call to make everyone at your party happy. Run down to this place and dig into some of the best BBQ I have had all year. Seriously Good BBQ!!!!!!
(5)
Giselle M.

Came to Blake's with my husband and our boy today because someone recommended this spot. Said it was better than Lucille's so we decided to give it a try. The service: Was good, we got greeted at the door. We ordered, sat down and our food was at our table less than 10 minutes later after we were seated. The food: Not so good. We ordered the Big BBQ plate (24.99) which we were planning on sharing because it looked huge! We also got the Brisket Sandwich (8.99) for out boy and BBQ wings (9.99) as appetizers. The food was dry and cold. My son did not finish his sandwich, we left the whole plate of ribs untouched... literally! My son ended up eating the fries and the chilli from the big plate. They were the only things that had a decent taste to them. Our overall experience was pretty bad as far as food is concerned. I definitely expected alot better just because of how my friend talked about this place. Will definitely be sticking to Lucille and Famous Daves for BBQ.
(2)
Cella S.

Food is always good here, good portion size and pretty tasty. My only complaint was the new cashier Casey, I spoke to an associate about my encounter and she was understanding. We all have our good and bad days, not sure what her excuse was. I come here regularly and have referred my friends and family's here, we love a good bbq. The moral of the story is someone learned a few tips on providing customer service. We could all learn something each day. Btw, shot out to the guys that help with bbq (cooks) u guys always look happy back there making the food for customers and my experience is always great with my food. One small speed bump will not stop my continued business, u guys rock!!!!
(4)
Pierre C.

Bbq was good, but the pros brisket and turkey all seemed to be the same... It would be kinda hard to distinguish the differing meats... The sauce is really good though so no complaints there and the portions are really filling! The cookies are so good and the apple cobbler dessert was ok but wouldn't buy that again... Overall pretty good if your hungry for bbq
(4)
Jill N.

Seriously a great find, thanks to Yelp as we were heading home. The brisket was moist but the chicken was killer with a deep smokey flavor. The only thing I would recommend is adding sweet potato pie to the dessert menu. I would DEFINITELY recommend this place and make sure to try some more menu items.
(5)
Jeremy B.

Actually giving a five star rating. After speaking with the cohorts I dined with, everyone unanimously agreed this was the best BBQ anyone's had in a long, long time. Planning on going back very soon!
(5)
Gabby B.

I cant believe I haven't written a review for this place!! This is my number one BBQ pull pork sandwich place in orange county!! If you love hearty, flavorful, filling delicious BBQ sandwiches this is the place for you. Its located around an industrial park area in Anaheim and its kind of hidden. I have been coming here for a while and it never disappoints, every sandwich I have tried is pretty amazing. The best part is their homemade BBQ sauces which make their sandwiches even better which is hard to believe considering how amazing they are from the get go. They have 3 different BBQ sauces, tangy, regular and spicy my favorite. You must try their BBQ beans it would be a sin not too. I usually only get their specialty sandwiches since I tend to go for lunch but I should really try their BBQ plates. If you check in you get a free yummy cookie.
(5)
Vennes S.

Just came here to get food for my company's party and this place even though has 4 stars, their customer service is terrible! I will not return nor will recommend any business.
(1)
Rob D.

I am sorry. But, I am spoiled with good barbecue from the south. Nothing in Orange County, or southern California for that matter, including Blake's, even comes close. Nothing. And, it is frustrating to have to travel to the south to get good barbecue. If someone would get it right here in southern Cal, they would have great success as there would be no competition. I ordered the Rib Plate that comes with pork spare ribs and a choice of another meat at $18.99. I paid an extra $2.00 to get baby back ribs. It came with a side of cole slaw, baked beans and two pieces of garlic bread. The baby back ribs were dry, lacked porky flavor and had a very small hint of taste of smoke. There were four small ribs lightly coated with sauce. They were not memorable. Typical southern Cal style of barbecue. Most local joints have no smoke flavor, and bland, tasteless meat. The beef brisket was served in four small pieces. It was dry and had no smoke flavor whatsoever. It was not very good. The cole slaw was pretty good and the baked beans were okay. The highlight of the meal was the house barbecue sauce that was flavorful: a little tart and a little sweet. Good formula and recipe. I just wish Blake's would get their barbecue meats up to par.
(2)
Phoebe C.

I just went for the first time; it was delicious. I really enjoyed the pork ribs and sides that came with the combo plate. The coleslaw was probably my favorite, as only once have I had coleslaw that good, and in general I'm not a fan! Very crunchy, just flavorful enough, and light. :) The meat was fantastic in general, but our chicken drumsticks were definitely on the dry side. There's a fun, friendly vibe here too. This is definitely worthy of a visit!
(4)
Mike M.

Well, as advertised a very small but cute restaurant! When we arrived there was a long line but that gave us time to look at the posted menu with all the very savory descriptions! Make sure you yelp to get your free cookie!!! The gal took our order and cheerfully gave us our free cookies. We ordered the rack of meaty baby back ribs! It was delish!! Tender, smokey, finger lickin' good! It seemed more like a half of rack, but it was very meaty and very filling and accompanied with baked beans, cole slaw and garlic bread. I'm already thinking about what I want to try on my next visit which will be very soon!! So just disregard all my praises!!! I don't want this place to be too busy!!!! Lol, just kidding!!!! A place to stop when your in the area!!!
(4)
Harmony G.

After having a beer with my brother at The Bruery, I asked him where I should go for lunch, he said with no hesitation... "BLAKE'S. Go get some BBQ, you'll love it." Needless to say, he was right. Actually, it was more like lunch AND dinner for me, took half of it home for later.... Which was still just as delicious. Had the Pulled Pork Pile, I felt like Frank Underwood from House of Cards when he first finds his secret Rib Joint... Soooo good! I'm probably gonna get in trouble for this, but here goes, my boyfriend lives in Texas and I've tried all the spots in Dallas & Austin, and thinking about it, Blake's is just as great, if not better...
(5)
Ralph T.

Excellent food in a timely manner. Very nice and helpful staff. Moderately priced. Wish they had a better craft beer selection.
(5)
Beth F.

I haven't eaten at Blake's Place, but I used them to cater my brother's college graduation party after hearing rave reviews from a few trusted sources. I couldn't have been happier with the quality or the quantity of food. We had pulled pork and brisket sandwiches with macaroni and cheese and mashed potatoes. Everything was great in the moment and even better as leftovers the next day, plus the ordering process was easy and quick. I will definitely use BP next time I'm hosting a party!
(5)
Diana K.

Blake's Place, our monthly treat. The food is fantastic! We always have enough left for lunch the next day. The service is friendly and attentive. Highly recommend Blake's for delicious bbq. Enjoy!
(5)
Paulina L.

Found a hair in my food... Very nasty and unappetizing. It's thick, dark, and curly. Can't finish my food after its discovery. I asked for extra dressing on my salad and they are very stingy. The salad was dry and lacking, like the staff there. The garlic bread is also a little stale. Overall, a bad experience.
(2)
Karen T.

We tried the big rib plate ($22.99) which comes with baby back ribs (4), pork spare ribs (2), a beef rib (1), beans, cole slaw, fries, and garlic bread. Overall the BBQ has a very smoky flavor to it. The spare rib was the most tender and juicy and was the best if the three types if ribs. We also tried a piece if the beef brisket and that was also very smoky. The sauces were pretty good; the spicy one does have a kick to it but it doesn't burn. The beans and cole slaw were good but the garlic bread was soggy so I didn't care for it. Located in an industrial area so kind of a random location. Service is quick and good. You order at the counter and they bring the food out to you. There is indoor and outdoor seating available.
(4)
Mark B.

We stopped in here the other night for dinner. Really enjoyed it. Barbecue was awesome and the staff was friendly. We enjoyed a pleasant dinner on the open air patio. Next time were in the mood for barbecue will definitely visit this place again!
(4)
Mark B.

Love this place. My old boss used to order for us when our office was in Placentia. He would pick it up and take it back to the office. Good cuts, lots of bbq sauce. Never actually been to the place. I need to.
(4)
Jess J.

They sure boast about great food and great catering service. I wouldn't know about the food because nobody ever bothered to respond to my inquiries about catering my event. I guess they are so great and successful that they don't need my business. I'm disappointed. I was so excited to hire them based on the great reviews.
(1)
Robert T.

I smoke avidly (meat). There is very little 4-5 star Q in this area. This is about the best, but still can be mass-produced and hit or miss. I have been here about 6 times in the past two years. Industrial setting with parking that is difficult at lunchtime. Basic clean interior, nice porch. Very friendly and efficient waitstaff. Very good menu- standard "Plate" selections and by the pound options. The sides are good, not epic. The standards: Mac & Cheese, slaw, beans. Brisket- occasionally grey and lacking in seasoning. Always moist and good doneness. Spare and babybacks. Vary from fair to very good, even on the same plate. I got wone that was overcooked and devoid or meat, and one that was under and too tough on the same plate. This can be avoided. Good flavor, adequate smoke. I prefer the sauce on the side. Nice house sauce. Tangy and not overly sweet. I had the sweet chili wings for the first time- amazing flavor, crisp exterior, generous portion. The beast- a massive pile of BBQ goodness that I have seen, but been afraid to attempt. Wow... Catering available- I know nothing about it. You could add an extra star do to the almost complete lack of worthy competition.
(3)
Michelle R.

My office catered a lunch for 200 people from Blake's, consisting of brisket, chicken, bbq beans, and cole slaw. The event started at 11:30, and everything was already set up, so I am assuming Blake's arrived ontime. The event was served buffet style, and I helped myself to brisket, chicken, beans, and bread. I passed on the cole slaw. -The chicken was moist, tender, and I would have gladly traded my brisket for more chicken. It was that good! -The brisket was a little disappointing. It was rather tough, almost reminded me more of pot roast. Let's say, I've had better brisket (Richard Jones IMHO has the best catered brisket), and I even drowned it in bbq sauce. -The bbq beans were tasty. Not too sweet, with bits of meat (bacon, I assume) swimming in the pot. -I passed on the slaw, but it looked very fresh, and not overly covered in mayo. They provided extra trays of bbq sauce, still warm, for those who wanted or needed more sauce. The sauce isn't as sweet as say, Lucille's, but has a slight tang to it, and its more liquidy and fluid than thick and goopey. Blakes provided plenty of plates and to-go boxes, forks, knives, wet naps, and loaves of thick bread and butters. For a catered event, I will give it a thumbs up on taste. Overall grade: B+ I don't know how much we paid, but one committee member said Blake's wasn't the cheapest, but they did like the food when they tried it.
(4)
Jannelle W.

Came here for the first time today, and the portions are HUGE. My friend and I shared one of the combo BBQ plates with the sliced brisket and baby back ribs, and we still had one whole full meal to take back home after. All the meat was moist and tender but didn't fall straight off the bone as soon as you picked it up (I prefer it that way). The sides were adequately good and filling too. After trying this place out, I can say that I will be back.
(5)
Taylor B.

So I had to work on my Birthday 4/14..lame and at a new place to boot! Anyway my service manager took me to this place for lunch and WOW!!! I loved it! Its a small place nothing fancy but the food and service is superb... Its kind of hard to find, but be patient its worth it! The smell is devine... The Service is swell The food is even bnetter GO THERE NOW!!! ITS worth the hunt!
(5)
Robert H.

I've been going to Blake's since it first opened. Over the years, there have been some ups and downs, as you might expect with a small family run business, but ultimately this is one of the best places for meat in OC. First off, the brisket is excellent, although you should ask for it lean as it can be a little fatty at times (it is brisket afterall). Let someone else have the really fatty bits. Chicken is good, turkey is fine, although it was a bit dry when we ordered a tray of it. They've got very good wings, real french fries, and a variety of cold salads (potato, pasta, slaw). The best part of Blake's is the BBQ sauce, which is outstanding. I'm not a big rib eater, but my friends tell me they have excellent ribs. The restaurant itself is hidden away in an industrial area of East Anaheim, but is worth the drive. I think the food is as good as Tulsa, and certainly a step up from chains like Lucilles or Wood Ranch. The location is very clean, with about a dozen tables inside and another dozen or so out on the patio, which is very nice. Most of the time, the staff is courteous and helpful, but there have exceptions from time to time. They have a catering menu and can serve anything from a small office to a big party or even a wedding.
(4)
Kimmie J.

I used to work at this Blakes location and the one in Chino as well. Would my opinion be biased? Probably. But I LOVE Blakes! :) I love Gene, Sandy, and Blake (their son) They are like family to me. My faves on the menu are the wings, garlic bread, the chinese chicken salad, and the Turkey Ortega Chili Melt (Not sure if they still have that or not) Never really understood the cole slaw though. o_O Alls Love!
(5)
andrea s.

Mac and Cheese - don't even waste your time on it. The Kraft stuff from the box tastes better. (I'm sorry, I feel really bad for criticizing.) The sandwiches, we got one of those ones with the three different sandwiches and they were just drenched in bbq sauce. So "meh" is exactly how I would describe the food here.
(2)
barbara b.

Can't believe I've lived in Placentia for 5 years and have never eaten here before. Two of us shared the Big Rib Plate. The food was absolutely delicious and there is enough left for a snack tomorrow. Great ribs, great beans and very good cole slaw. Can't wait for another BBQ night!
(4)
Nathan A.

The food at Blake's Place was good and the prices were reasonable. The BBQ sauce and spice they use are a bit on the sweet side for my liking. The mac and cheese is awesome and should ordered when there.
(4)
Carolyn E.

Tasty but this is bbq! Where is the bbq pit or the smoke from the bbq? Great salads too!
(3)
Ireant k.

I received an email with Blake's listed as one if the best BBQ places in OC, so I had to try them out. The first time we came on a Friday night and I ordered the smoked turkey, ribs, baked beans and potato salad. I thought the ribs were a little tough, they were not falling off the bones. The smoked turkey breast was tasty but the best item was the baked beans. I decided to give them another try this afternoon and ordered chicken breast, pulled pork, baked beans and coleslaw, the pulled pork was awesome! The chicken breast and coleslaw was bland.
(3)
A1 C.

I had Tasha's BBQ Trio Sampler. It includes three sandwiches, Pulled Pork, Chopped Beef Brisket & Pulled Chicken on a French roll, with a side of coleslaw. All of their meats are marinated in their own barbecue sauce. They were all tender and tasted great. Their prices are good for the large amount of meat you get. So I will come here again whatever I'm near them & want great barbecue!
(5)
Jenna L.

Kind of un impressed.. Maybe because I hyped it up way too much in my head but Blake's wasn't great to me.. - the woman working the cash register wasn't really friendly, in fact, the guy who was bussing tables was waaaaay nicer and he has the crappiest job ever. - for 28$ for 2 meat plates I expected a bit more meat on the plates, they are pretty stingy. - the sausage and coleslaw were boring The good however was their baked beans and bbq sauce, the brisket was pretty decent too. Would I eat here again? Maybe if I was in the area and extremely hungry but probably not, for 28$ I can have some of the best bbq in Compton and it will be a heaping plate full so I can have leftovers for dinner or the next day.
(2)
Vanessa C.

Enjoyed sharing "the beast" with my husband. We decided to share the 2.5 lb sandwich that was delicious. All the different flavors of meat and chicken with a side of sweet potatoes fries was enough for the both of us. Will be coming back.
(5)
Frank Z.

Alison was great she deserves more than five star this is a ten spot. Food was brought to us in a timely manner and had great customer service. They deserve more than 5 stars.
(5)
Tanya M.

We've had take out from here a few times, never disappoints. Our go to is the wings and pulled pork. I'm saving room to try "the beast!" Nice little gem tucked away in an industrial park. They also have TV's so if you want to watch some football on Sundays or Mondays, there you have it!
(4)
Sarah K.

It's in an industrial / commercial area so it's not going to have a welcoming vibe from the outside. Don't let it fool you though! I had the pulled pork sandwich and it was heavenly. I ate it with a fork and I know that's not true BBQ but it was too big for me. Let's just say that it's worth a try here when you are craving for a bbq :)
(4)
Susan M.

5 Stars * extremely clean, friendly staff * awesome menu & pricing * taste out of this world * great hours
(5)
Hector T.

First time here the food is good!! I got the brisket sandwich and the sweet chile wings...they were both delicious!!! Great service all around!!! And I got a free cookie for checking in on yelp can't beat that
(5)
Lisa B.

We just tried this place for the first time after seeing the reviews. My husband and I are very impressed with the food. Everything was delicious and filling. The only thing that could make it better is if they had deep fried pickles. We had the pulled pork sandwich, fries, onion rings, wings, spare ribs, beans, slaw, garlic bread. Definitely recommend this place for great Bar-B-Que.
(4)
David S.

So it was my friend's birthday and we had a get together with some friends to celebrate his birthday. Happy Birthday to my friend Kevin, yay for being 31! We decide to meet up at Blakes BBQ. I have never tried out this place before, but I was very impressed with the food. I ended up getting the 2 meat combo that comes with garlic bread and my choice of coleslaw and baked bbq beans as sides. I ended up subbing the colesaw for french fries. The meats I picked was brisket and smoked sausage. The brisket was very tender and moist and the smoked sausage was cooked to perfect. My friends and I ended up ordering a few basket full of sweet potato fries to share and it was absolutely amazing! It was perfectly deep fried, crunchy on the outside and soft and moist on the inside. Overall it was a great experience. The food was great, the BBQ sauce is amazing. I also must mention they got great hot sauces there as well. The food comes out quickly, just under 5 minutes after I placed my order, the food was brought to my table. Very impressed. I would recommend this place to anyone who is in the mood for dining out casually and wants to good ole fashion BBQ comfort food. Can't beat this place. Until next time! Eat Well, Embrace Your Pallets, and Enjoy this life full of wonderful and delicious concoctions!
(4)
Michaela M.

BBQ Chicken salad! OMG
(5)
C 6.

Just recently discovered this hidden gem after working around the corner for years. Baby back ribs are to die for. Taste like they've been in the smoker for days. I just tried the Tasha's trio and it was equally amazing. The pulled brisket was sooo good. Baked beans were awesome, coleslaw a little bland... but overall... Outstanding!! Super fast service, a nice seating area outside with TV's & fans and they even have a couple selections of the hometown brew (bootleggers). A great find!
(5)
Vee F.

I honestly don't get the hype, Blake's is okay if you work in the area and you're craving BBQ but I'd never travel longer than 10 minutes for it. Their ribs were dry and... I don't know... crusty I guess is the best way to put it, like they had been sitting out for a while. The brisket is okay, also very dry but had okay flavor. The baked beans were good, everything else was blah. The "banana" pudding is basically gritty boogery vanilla pudding with the soggiest Nilla Wafers imaginable and 3 slices of banana (if you're lucky), you can tell its made at least a day in advance if not days, pretty disappointing and disgusting.
(2)
David H.

Average BBQ, great service. BBQ brisket was just average, not great but not bad. Portions were kind of small. Sides were $1.99 and only about 1/2 cup each. Beer was by the bottle $3.75 each. Service was great at the counter and very attentive throughout the meal. They have both indoor and outdoor seating. Worth a stop if you are in the area but I would not go out of your way to get here.
(3)
Daniel E.

Top 5 bbq spot in so cal! Chopped beef brisket, prime rib, and the 3 meat sampler are my go to sandwiches and awesome! Of course you can't forget to mention their spare and baby back pork ribs...simply the best! And...if you want wings that punch you in the mouth...go with the extra spicy!!!
(5)
Kevin A.

Blakes is tucked away in a industrial area serving local businessmen and workers in the area and if your in the KNOW... You will be sure to come by blakes every couple weeks for good solid bbq for the everyman...
(4)
Sean M.

This is the best BBQ in town. A real gem. Just thinking of this place and my mouth starts watering. Finally a BBQ place that is not over priced. My kids love this place too.
(5)
C W.

Been to this place many times and at work when admins order food from here for meetings and office parties. It's just an average BBQ place but located in an industrial area. Don't think it being in an industrial area will give u better prices or deals though. Briskets and ribs are not bad but not spectacular. Sometimes they are dry. Not very consistent. Chicken wings are dry and salty so don't order this. Lucille's is better.
(3)
Ryan R.

After Yelping to find a restaurant decently close to Angel Stadium, I stumbled upon this place. Very unassuming and in a relatively industrial area, you are almost unsure of whether you are lost or still going in the right direction before you come up to the entrance. After seeing pictures of the food from the menu online, I had to come in and give it a try. My friend and I split both the pulled pork and brisket sandwiches and then used the Yelp check in offer and got two free cookies (upgraded from one which was awesome!). The brisket sandwich was pretty tasty, but could have been a little more flavorful I think. However, the pulled pork sandwich was delicious! I have really been searching for a decent BBQ place in Los Angeles and have finally found it. This doesn't match the amazing BBQ in Texas, but is still pretty darn good. Also, the wait staff was super friendly and attentive and I hope to visit again soon!
(5)
Joel J.

I'm a fan. Not the 'greatest' per say but still some really kind grinds. I went with a friend and she recommended that I try the "Beef Brisket Sandwich" (sliced brisket, BBQ sauce, red onion and a sliced pickle on a French roll). @ $7.80 Instead I decided to order the "Pork Loin Sandwich" (sliced pork, BBQ sauce, onion, a sliced pickle on a French roll).@ $7.80 We split the Blake's Rings and French Fries combo: @ $5 So the experience we had was that this place was pretty crowded. There was this guy sporting the coolest handlebar mustache; which I haven't seen in a long time. He took our order. We sat outside and our order came out rather quickly. The food runner was way nice and friendly. While we were approximately half way through our meal another food runner going table to table asking about our experience. Environment wise: Pretty cool: Plenty of seating inside and on the patio. TV's were set to sports channels and staff was super friendly. Food wise: The "Pork Loin Sandwich" was way to dry and I had to add BBQ sauce to help try and wet it up. Might've came in to order this on the wrong day. Thank goodness I gave half of my sandwich to my friend and she gave me half of hers. Her sandwich was GREAT! I should've listened to her : / The Onion Rings and French Fries were good. The Onions rings were better since the fries came out a bit on the dry side and had to try and salvage them by the savior known as "Ketchup" So here it is in a nutshell: Try the "Beef Brisket Sandwich"
(4)
Julie L.

Totally blows Lucilles and Stonefire Grill out the waters! This place rocks!! The ribs were incredibly tasty and so tender. Everything we ordered tasted amazing. You HAVE to try their mac n cheese....so yummy. Oh! and if you check in you get a free cookie. I had the chocolate chip one which was also really soft and delicious. We ordered their 'beast' burger which two guys struggled to finish. Both said it was really flavorful. Their BBQ chicken salad was also pretty good, with your standard ingredients and packed with avocado (my favorite!!). All in all, this will be our new go-to place for BBQ. Service was very friendly and the food came out sooo quick. Will definitely come back!
(4)
Arjang F.

Best BBQ in town!! I was pleased with the service and quality. You will see me again!!
(5)
Jennifer L.

Was out to Blake's Place last week before heading off to the I E.... Friend wanted BBQ and heard of this place - This is my review and experience and I'm a southern girl who makes homemade BBQ sauce etc... I found Blake's Place over priced, greasy, low end meats and not well thought out BBQ sauce. Much of it taste like vinegar! Nothing like I was expecting or craving. Sides were the worst! Will never eat there again.... Better places to go in Orange County for BBQ!!! And the place offers little space for dinning - tiny space outside. Little to no parking as it's in a industrial area and the establishment is not very clean. I was not impressed - Again as always my opinion and review... please go for yourself and make up your own mind!!!
(2)
Liz R.

Great place ! I'm not a huge BBQ fan , but this by far was great ! For me the number 1 issue is always cleanliness and this place was clean :) I would recommend this place to anyone
(5)
Tony F.

Spur of the moment decision for my sons 18th b-day. Turned out to be a good call. everyone loved the brisket, chicken, wings and I loved the spare ribs on my combo plate. The coleslaw, beans, garlic bread and mac & cheese were really good too. I wish one of us tried the pulled pork but next time. My sons GF got the bbq chicken salad and my daughter in law got the brisket sandwich which they both loved. Good selection of beers and very VERY nice people working there. We all really liked the experience and would definitely go back again. Only 4 stars because they don't offer any appetizers like fried pickles and fried green tomatoes.
(4)
Dave W.

The customer service is great but the BBQ is ok. My favorite BBQ place isn't too far away.
(4)
Carol R.

Outstanding baby back ribs! Cole slaw was so so, beans are good. Prices are good too.
(4)
Spencer S.

I purchased the 2 meat bbq plate and was satisfied! I had a complaint about the portion size in which i received but the server that helped me happily explained to me a better way to order to get a larger portion next time. She also made sure everyone had their food and plenty of napkins. Great service and overall delicious food!!
(5)
Sandy L.

My first experience here was a company take-out and was immediately impressed with their barbecue ribs. Amazing pulled chicken sandwich and there signature barbecue sauce is perfect - not too sweet, not too spicy. The fries are cooked to a crisp and the cole slaw is moist and flavorful. My co-workers ordered their baby back ribs lunch special which was quite a deal! All-in-all I highly recommend Blake's!
(4)
Blake B.

How could I note like a place that is named after me ;) After heading home my folks brought me to Blake's which is in an industrial park which I was a little skeptical of. The place is pretty casual but the staff was really nice and gave suggestions on what to get. I got the beef brisket sandwich and it was really good. If you're looking for some BBQ in OC I'd definitely recommend Blake's.
(4)
Jay M.

Ordered the brisket sandwich and the brisket was great had a bite of the ribs and it didn't taste like much. I don't know about high fructose corn syrup BBQ sauce though. Overall, Meh
(3)
Johnnie A.

Been coming to Blakes about 10yrs. Have had just about everything they serve.Some of my favorite things are Ortega turkey melt. The turkey is so good. There chicken wings are great smokey flavor get bbq ranch for dipping. The southwestern chicken salad is great also. The banana pudding is good too. My only knock is the drink selection. They have bottle beer but the soda selection is coke products and fountain ice tea. Man if they brewed there own Tea it would be 5 STARS for me
(4)
Lily A.

"meat! MEAT! Meaty Meat meat!" chants in my head while driving to Blake's. I was ready to try a new BBQ place and from the reviews on yelp, this place seemed legit. I came with Zeela D. because we were invited by Timmy S. to try this place out. He was even kind enough to fork up his coupon for me and Zee to use. Thats very sweet of him. So here goes my review of Blake's: The Location: Odd industrial place in Anaheim, this is definitely hidden between tons of boring concrete buildings. Truly a hidden Jem (and the holagrams!! Sorry, I just couldn't help but add in my favorite cartoon growing up). The Service: Is excellent. It's the kind of place where you place your order at the register and they bring you the food. The cool part is, they don't give you a number to place at your table. They just KNOW! Plus everyone there is super friendly and helpful. The Restaurant: Clean, help-yourself kinda place. With lots of pictures and memorabilias and honorable mentions all over the walls. Even the walls in the restrooms, I learned that the KTLA news crew came over from the picture. Also learned that "Blake" is actually the name of their son, who is know a football player for the local high school. There is also a nice covered patio outside to enjoy the fresh air! The FOOD: yelp.com/biz_photos/AEdNâ€¦ The baby back ribs = very meaty and excellent in taste. However, they weren't the fall off the ribs tender, but still decent. The BBQ baked beans = LOVED them, but then I like beans...and we all know what happens after digestion of beans!! **fart! fart!** The mac and cheese = as Maggie C. would say, yummylicious! The peach cobbler = not too shabby. I liked it and I would get it again. The banana pudding = this is their popular one...and I thought it was ick! I would not order this one again, ever! It was too grainy of a texture for me. Overall...I had a great dinner. Great meeting new yelpers and great eating BBQ! I swear, Blake must be the MAN on his HS campus, because his place kicks major BBQ ass.
(4)
Vera D.

Once again I've had the opportunity to have Blake's catered food, and again I am reminded how awful it is. The mashed potatoes are instant...and not a good instant, but a very bad quality of instant. Same for the gravy. It tastes like canned gravy...and not a "good" brand...something that one would find at the 99cent store. Awful and tasteless. Several times now I have had their Thanksgiving turkey. Each time it was treated with fake "smoke" to the degree that it tastes like eating chemicals. I've recently had their BBQ chicken...dry and also seasoned with something fake...maybe the same "smoke". It appears the chicken was over-boiled, then sprayed or coated with reddish color and smoke flavor to make it appear to be "BBQ'd". There are no grill marks on the chicken. It is def not BBQ chicken. Only a poor wanna-be. The cole slaw was palatable...but how badly can you mess up cole slaw? I don't know if their in-restaurant dining or options are the same...but I definitely would NEVER get catering from this place. I'm personally surprised that they remain in business with this kind of food.
(1)
William K.

The ribs are very strange; they are tough, flat tasting, and fairly smoke free in flavor. They lacked any flavor other than the barbecue sauce. I detected no salt. I would call the rbs more St Louis cut than baby back since they were larger (and meatier) than the usual baby back. The portion is a half rack. We were asked if we wanted beans and cole slaw, although we later saw people having other sides. The luke warm beans were very sweet with some meat and in my case gristle. The cole slaw was OK, but not finely chopped. The vibe of the place is good, although no one ever came to the table to ask how things were. If they had, I would have told them.
(2)
James H.

I really like Blake's. I've probably eaten there about half a dozen times. The ribs are wonderful tasting and huge, with fall-off-the-bone meat. The sandwiches are my favorite. I really like the french dip. The people are incredibly friendly. Prices are moderate more than fast food, but you won't walk out hungry and it's really good quality. The sides are a little hit and miss. (Hence the 4 stars.) The BBQ beans are very good, but the cole slaw and macaroni and cheese are a bit bland for my taste. And if you're really hungry, there's the Beast. 2&1/2 pounds of just about everything they've got in a sandwich. And if you're just not sure, they have samplers. Just a great place.
(4)
Travis B.

Had pulled pork sandwich which was great. That's the only thing I've tried so the rest if on you! 4 stars as it's a little pricey, but good quality. Give it a try, it's one of the better BBQ places in the area.
(4)
Ryan S.

This is my go to spot for BBQ sandwiches in Orange County. I think almost every time I go in I order the Tasha trio and eat the pork and brisket on the spot with the potato salad and their amazing spicy BBQ sauce. I almost always save the chicken to eat the next day cold. I know some people say why cold, and all I can say is because it's amazing cold haha. I've been coming here for at least 5 years now and have never had a bad experience. They also have a really good sandwich on Fridays only that my GF always gets when I can get her to do BBQ. If your in the area do yourself a solid and stop by Blake's. You won't be mad you did. Oh and the customer service is awesome!!
(5)
Rob L.

I've had Blake's before and it was really good. This time we visited their restaurant and service was excellent. First of all, the food was delivered quickly. From there, the wait-staff wsa very attentive and was stopping by frequently at our table to see if we needed anything. The pulled pork sandwich was excellent, with a generous portion of pork. Highly recommend this place.
(4)
Nam B.

The "Beast" - that monster sandwich that you see in the pictures with the smoked pulled pork, pulled BBQ chicken, chopped beef brisket, cole slaw, pickle, red onion and Blake's BBQ sauce, weighing over 2 1/2 pounds (actually not that huge after you eat it as when you first see it when it comes out) is tasty, kinda of like a pulled pork salad. If you finish that whole sandwich in less than 20 minutes, they will put your picture on the wall and give you a free t-shirt, under 4 minutes, you broke the record and it's free. The Smoked Sampler Meal had the beef brisket, pork loin, turkey breast, and some sides - all were just plain and whatever tasting and not really worth getting. Check-in on Yelp to get a sorry cookie.
(3)
Michael P.

Came here for a well wishes gathering your gonna do just great for your surgery for the removal of a brain tumor dinner to support my good friend Chad A, and amongst other friends Yelp friends too. Blake's I'm sure you cater to a special crowd, have loyal customers and, I wish you all the best...truly I do but I must confess in my below review: ==================================================Â============= I arrived around 6:30 PM and mozied inside and, since I'd had a late lunch or linner I decided to start off with a Blue Moon and then let the tummy decide later. I did sample some of the fare from my Yelp Friends, witnessed the Spare Ribs picked as clean as they could be ( they were a little rare for my liking in appearance ), 'Enen's Brisket was as dry as my weave is now during these dry Santa Ana Winds and, nothing really wowed me about this place..NOTHING! So I did eat some small tid bits dare I say, I say. Small inside eating area, heated tarped outside patio with heaters and yet very nice & courteous staff though. Located in an industrial area and, I'm sure they get a great lunch crowd but at night not to sure I'd be open until 8 PM or so in this neck of the industrial woods. Some Bikers eating here appearred to like this joint ( nice choppers outside ) which proves Meth doesn't always decrease your appetite! Also, I received a free cookie as a Yelp deal and again, the staff were all smiles and friendly. I just do not see myself driving the 75 mile round trip here to eat...for Chad A tonight yes...any other time..NO! On Michael P's 3 Star scale of: a) A-Okay in a very good way. b) A-Okay in a good way. c) Just A-Okay C-Just A-Okay. Yes Blake's Place, I'm not just singing this but, I'd rather spend time with these ladies too: youtube.com/watch?v=6CMaâ€¦
(3)
Stephanie Y.

Delicious BBQ! My favorite menu item is the Blake's Burrito Grande (I get the pulled chicken with pico de gallo/avocado/cheese/salsa), which is only 7.29$ and is so big it can be split into 2 meals. That is what's great about this place-excellent portions! Additionally, Blake's Place offers great service and has home cooked taste that is unbeatable!
(5)
chelsea m.

The Pulled Pork is exactly what it sounds like. It's tender, slow-cooked, smoked pork that literally falls apart into shreds. They toss it in Blake's BBQ sauce and serve it up in a lump. It has a little too much BBQ sauce for me. I'm more of a smoked meat person who uses the sauce on the side to add as needed. Otherwise, the pork tasted pretty good. Thumbs up! Blake's Big Pulled Pork Pile is slow smoked pork, pulled and served on their big bun with BBQ sauce, cole slaw, and red onion. You'll definitely need extra napkins for this sandwich! Again, a little too much BBQ sauce for me, but my family loved this sandwich! The sweet, BBQ sauced smoky pork complemented the cool, creamy cole slaw. The bun was soft yet held this pork beast together. Thumbs up! If you're feeling a bit of Man vs. Food hunger, they also offer the Blake's One Pounder Bomber or "THE BEAST" (two and a half pounds of food, YIKES!) Sandy's Bread Pudding is a huge portion with a side of vanilla sauce to slather on. It was a very dense and custardy bread pudding. It had a bit more raisins in it than expected. The vanilla sauce was creamy and gave it a down-home comfy goodness. Thumbs up!
(4)
Missy B.

Love Blake's!!! We've been going here for years. The food is delish and the customer service is amazing. Never had a bad meal and we are always treated so good. Great place to come with kids and sit on the patio. Very low key yet better food than Lucille's and cheaper. Everything on the menu is awesome and the salad dressings are homemade and great as well. They also cater parties which we have done as well!!! A+++
(5)
Jonathan S.

beef briskets is the bomb
(5)
teri c.

Best BBQ place I've tried. Havent been to the location, someone from work picked up the sampler and brought it in and WOW,,, damn good! Everything was very good but surprisingly, the turkey was my favorite! Not something I would have normally ordered but I'm going this weekend and that is what I'm going to order! =p yummm!
(5)
Lawrence Y.

I give this place an extra star rating because the restaurant scene near my work is very sad. Very good bbq meats, just a notch below lucille's. Potato Salad and Cole slaw are my favorite sides. And if you can get the creamed corn sides that's good too.
(3)
Shari V.

I was sadly disappointed. I have been searching for a great (Texas style) BBQ place in OC for years and have yet to find one that can consistently deliver. The Brisket here was dry - even after I asked the girl when ordering if they had the really fatty, melt in your mouth, brisket. I did take it back and they attempted to replace it with some that was better but it appeared that they only replaced the top layer and we ended up throwing it away. The pulled pork was also very tough. The staff was friendly and we enjoyed the sausage - but if you're looking for great, juicy, melt in your mouth brisket - try elsewhere (& let me know where to go please)
(2)
Carlos A.

I love to see people rave about a BBQ place and find out they haven't tried enough to actually know what good BBQ tastes like. After years behind a Smoker and many failed attempts, the clouds parted a few years ago. Now after trying most of the prominent BBQ places in LA. I can be Honest and Pretty non biased when it comes to good Que. Blakes is OK. If you want to try the best fo their efforts, try the Pulled Pork or Turkey. But the Ribs are Horrid. You can build an empire on good ribs. No Rome Here. There is not enough time left in life for so so BBQ.
(3)
Mic D.

Hard to find, but worth the search. This was some of the best BBQ I've had. Great prices. LOVED the spicy sauce. Mmmm!
(5)
Tamara J.

So, I was encouraged to give Blake's another shot. Hubby and I went last night and were invited to try a new sandwich that's being added to the menu. It's called 'The Beast'. An aptly named monster. This ridiculous 8" long pile of brisket, pulled pork and smoked chicken, layered with coleslaw, paper-thin sliced red onion and pickles will easily feed 4 hungry humans. I repeat that we are hard to impress when it comes to BBQ, but we can be pleased. Boy, Howdy, were we pleased! Everything was really good! The chicken is my favorite. Very tender and not at all dry. The pork and brisket were also moist and flavorful. The coleslaw application added good contrast texture. And it's a good thing we liked it, because we'll be eating it again today. And tomorrow. And probably Sunday. Huge. But the star? Onion rings. Get the onion rings. Best I've ever had. Not a drop of grease to be found. They are in my fridge, cold, and still crunchy. Simply wonderful. It is obvious that I caught them on a rare bad night on my first trip. I'll be back.
(4)
Sinnary S.

love the pulled pork! they used to be closed on weekends but looks like they're open weekends now. Great BBQ and reasonably priced for the food. You don't have to go to a fancy, sit down restaurant when you can go to Blake's!
(5)
Dave G.

This is what Yelp is all about. I live about 15 minutes from this place, and I could have lived here my whole life and never have stumbled on it. On this first visit, I decided to give it a good try with the help of my wife, and we ordered lots of different things. I got the Blake's Big Rib Plate, which consisted of 4 good size baby back ribs, 2 large spare ribs, and 1 giant beef rib. I also got a 2 meat combo with brisket and sliced chicken breast. All the meats had a good flavor to them, but weren't quite as smokey as I like. It was there, but not very pronounced, considering that they say it slowly smokes for up to 16 hours. For some people it could be good thing. I know a smokey meat flavor isn't up everyone's alley. But it just seamed a waste if they really smoke it that long. It shouldn't taste like it could have been baked with some smoke flavor added. The baby back ribs were my favorite of the rib trio. They had a nice glaze of sauce and were tender. The spare ribs are not St. Louis cut, thus are much larger than your usual spare rib you order. This means the rib tips are still attached to the rib, so while you get more meat this way, you also have to fight around some cartilage and some extra fat. The beef rib, unfortunately was not very warm. It had been sitting around for a while, so I didn't taste it at it's best. All 3 seamed like they had the same house bbq sauce glazing, which was very tasty. A good balance of sweet, yet tangy. There is a jar on every table for you to add extra. I didn't notice that that they made their own hot bbq sauce as well until it was too late. There was one jar of this up with the rest of the hot sauces where you put the trays when you are done. Next time I'll try mixing a little of the hot with their regular sweeter sauce. The brisket was nice, moist and tender, but could have used a dry rub or something to add to the flavor. It was pretty mild and tame. Sauce was drizzled on and it needed extra for sure. It's not really a bad thing, because their sauce is good. But a smokey brisket, is what I'm really looking for and this wasn't it. Same can be said about the sliced chicken breast. I would say it's good to put on a salad or something, but next time I'll get the whole quarter of chicken skin and all. I guess I can say it was the healthiest thing I ate. Sides we had were fries, mac & cheese, baked beans, cole slaw and texas toast style garlic bread. The good - the baked beans. Not the best I've had, but it's so hard to find baked beans in socal. They are always the pinto beans or something. These were good traditional hot baked beans with shreds of pork added in a sweet molasses based sauce. Thickened up nicely. At last I can find some beans around here. The cole slaw was also good with a sweet flavor. Cabbage was nice and crisp. Fries weren't anything that special, they were a medium size cut and salted. The very bad - as in "We shouldn't serve this in a restaurant" sides. The Mac & cheese. As tasteless as I've ever had. Did they forget to add salt or something? I don't know what cheese they were using, but it had no flavor. It was embarrassing, either take it off the menu or fix it. Maybe something went wrong with that batch, because I saw a review or two that praised it. Um, not the one I had. Unfortunately we got a pint of it. Oops. I would say 7/8th of that pint went in the trash. And the garlic texas toast. YUCK!!! it was also completely tasteless with no garlic flavor and little bits of miscellaneous black pieces of charred something of other all over it. It actually tasted nasty, where you would make a face after a bite. Like they got their toast mixed up with their brillo pads and started scrubbing the grill with it. So disappointing because it looked good on the plate. Our meal ended on a positive note with the banana pudding. Fresh cut up bananas in a nice thick tasty pudding. The vanilla wafers plentiful, some were crisp sitting on top and some were slightly mushy that were mixed in with the pudding. The only thing missing was the whipped cream from this traditional southern desert. It's very good, make sure you end your meal with it. Last but not least - the price. It's by far the cheapest BBQ joint I've eaten at in socal. Our dinner was $40. It would have been $70 at Luciles. I'm impressed $10 for a half rack of baby backs? $17 for a full rack. I would consider raising it to 4 stars just for the price, but it just was lacking some smokiness to it. I definitely will be going back to try some other stuff.
(3)
Chris D.

Outside of TX and TN this the best bbq I have eaten and by far the best I have eaten in the state. I enjoy the pulled pork sandwich but could pretty much eat anything on the menu and be content.
(4)
So Young P.

I was very disappointed in my meal here. I had the chicken wings which were ok, but oversauced. The coleslaw was tasteless and the mac and cheese tasted like it had velveeta. My BF who is CRAZY for BBQ was lukewarm about his sandwich sampler--turkey and pork were boring and brisket was just mediocre. Have had MUCH better. Don't bother... still hunting for good BBQ in the OC...
(2)
Brian U.

Best BBQ in Orange County hands down. The 5 star rating is strictly based on the food, im not saying that the service does not deserve it either but if i could give it 10 stars then i would. The place gets packed so try to get here early for lunch, or you can phone your order in and pick it up. Parking is the only downfall as it is hidden in an industrial business strip mall, parking is super tight so caravan if you can. My Reco Sandwiches: Blake's Big Pulled Pork Pile Sandwich Sampler (when you want a little of everything) One Pound Bomber BBQ Plates: Ribs and Chicken Combo Big Rib Plate Pork Spare Rib Plate I have not tried their half pound burgers but they sure look tasty when i dine in there. Overall the meat, bread and quality of food overall is wonderful, the meat is tender, smokey and falls off the bone (where applicable), use the signature bbq sauce whenever possible and be sure to order a peach cobbler or banana pudding desert when you are done!
(5)
Ash C.

I've had waaaaay better in other parts in the country. That being said, Blake's Place is the best barbeque I've had in California. The spare ribs were pretty good, but a little fatty for my taste. Their sauce is four star all by itself. Most of the staff is not very friendly. Just, meh, all around.
(2)
Heather P.

So after driving around this industrial corporate office area for 10 minutes, led by my dad (of course).. we found this place. It was kind of a strange hole in the wall place from the outside, but the inside was just like any other food joint. As I walked in, my automatic thought was, "What the fuck am I supposed to eat here?!", this is BBQ meat heaven! Fortunately, the girl at the counter was super friendly (love friendly people, they are so hard to find) and offered a couple of suggestions. I ended up with the Veggie Sandwich (sounds appealing huh?), which was probably the best veggie sandwich I've ever had. So weird! In the sandwich was avocado, mmm fresh and creamy, tomatoes, lettuce, mayo and swiss all on wheat. Simple and perfect. There is hope for vegetarians at Blake's!
(4)
Jonji P.

Nice small BBQ place in the middle of an industrial area. I happen to try this place out with some friends while getting our cars tinted down the street after being highly recommended by the tint shop. I had the pork loin sandwhich which is basically sliced pork with bbq sauce, onions, pickles in a french roll. It's similar to Mcdonald's McRib but like 100 times better. They give healthy portions and the service was great. The place is rather small so it could get packed farily quickly especially on a weekday. We happen to go on a saturday when most of the offices/warehouses around the area were closed so it wasn't too bad finding parking and getting a table to sit at in the patio. I've been wanting to go back to try their ribs but haven't gotten a chance too.
(5)
Tom C.

I had very high expectations for Blake's and they did not dissapoint! I just left and couldn't wait to get back and give this place a 5 star review. The number of choices on the menu had me confused at first, but I have a feeling you cannot go wrong with anything here. I ended up having the brisket plate which came with my two choice of sides (BBQ beans and french fries) plus garlic bread. The brisket was cooked just the way I like and I was very happy with the beans. I would rank these beans up there with the best I've had. The place also has a cool patio and the staff is very friendly. This place has everything you can ask for in a BBQ place. I feel good about giving this place 5 stars and recommending it to friends. Next time I go I need to try the ribs....
(5)
Justin B.

I eat here for lunch and it is great. I have taken many other people here and all the same reviews, GREAT. I like the pulled pork sandwich. Price is fair for BBQ. It is not fancy and no table service but great food
(5)
sandy a.

Absolutely the best ribs ever. Delicious cuts of meat! My husband always orders the Pulled Pork Sandwich for there, but takes home some ribs and chicken wings to enjoy later. Love it!
(5)
Kevin C.

I ate at Blake's Place for the first time today for a late lunch. When I got there there were only two other people eating in the restaurant, although more people came in and made their orders to go. The service was decent. The woman at the counter pointed out to me that there were two specials listed on their "specials" board. I ordered the brisket sandwich, a small order of french fries, and a small soda. At a little over 11 bucks, I thought it was on the pricey side. I just wish that they had meal combinations, instead of requiring everyone to buy their entrees and sides separately. The food was decent, and was brought to my table after about a 5 minute wait. My sandwich had moderately sized slices of tender and smoked brisket. The meat wasn't sliced too thin or thick - just about the right thickness, and were stacked 4 to 5 slices high. A modest amount of Blake's barbeque sauce (only slightly tangy) was on the meat. The sandwich was sliced in half, with each half held together with a toothpick. A whole mild jalapeno and a pickle, both on the side, completed the beef brisket order. I have to admit that I was more impressed by the french fries. The french fries here have the skins attached, and my fries were perfectly crispy crunchy, the way I like them (no, I don't like limp or soggy fries). I felt my sandwich could use more barbeque sauce. Fortunately, every table has a bottle of Blake's Barbeque sauce, so I was able to pour more sauce onto my sandwich. Be careful when doing this, because this isn't a thick sauce, and it can run freely from the bottle if you're not watching. The extra sauce helped improve the taste of the brisket. While eating my fries, I accidentally dropped one in the puddle of barbeque sauce on my plate, and found that the sauce went great with fries too! I thought the food was okay, not the best but certainly not the worst that I've eaten. It certainly was filling. Took away one star because I think the prices are a little too high.
(4)
Cindy M.

Last weekend I had Blake's Place BBQ cater my son's graduation party, and it was awesome! Right from start our experience with Natasha and Sandy were nothing less than the BEST. They invited us in to sample some of the items we were considering serving at our event. Everything was delicious, it was very hard to pick which items to serve! We went with Beef Ribs, Keilbasa, Chicken LegQuarters, and Turkey Breast. I only ordered half a tray of the turkey breast specifically for the diabetics and dieters in my family. The word must have gotten out among our guests that is was so good, that I completely ran out!! But no worries, I had plenty of other entree's for my guests to choose from. The chicken leg-quarters were a little 'pink' in the middle, but Sandy explained to me that this result is in the meat smoking process. The keilbasa was killer delicious! And now.. the beef ribs... I can not even begin to find the words to describe how delicious, wonderful, tasty, excellent, deee-lish, they were! The men guests were coming back for seconds and thirds! Thank goodness we had a few left over so I could enjoy them the next day! The sides we ordered were; Blake's Famous Baked Beans, which were so yummy - they even put meat in the beans! You've GOT to try them! The potato salad was unique and equally as delicious.. definately homemade! The Green Beans Almondine were good, but I think I should have gone with the corn. The green beans had a little 'kick' to them and my family, and I suppose my guests too, just don't care for spicy foods. And lastly, we had fresh fruit salad. I don't know how they did it.. but every piece of fruit was perfect! The melons were perfectly ripe and sweet! Barely any of the fruit salad was left! Blake's Place also provides Texas bread with every order. This was so good along side our meal, and perfect for 'wiping up' the bbq sauce on your plate! Kuddo's to Dave, the delivery guy!!! Not only was he on-time, but he was very polite and courteous. He set-up all the food, even helped up light the sterno's! Blake's Place BBQ came highly recommended to me, and I am passing on the recommendation to you. I urge you to try Blake's anytime, and everytime, your hungry for BBQ - wether it's for lunch, dinner, or for when you need a caterer. Thank you Sandy, Natasha, Dave the delivery guy.. and EVERYONE at Blake's Place BBQ for making my party a SUCCESS !!!!
(4)
Arash S.

Blake's is a sensational BBQ joint. We often go there for lunch. I usually order some kind of meat sandwich and smother it with their BBQ sauce. The sauce is awesome! Our company is nearby and they cater some of our events. Those are the events to look forward to. Extra BBQ sauce please. The dining area is decent. It can get really crowded during peak lunch time. I have no idea what the dinner crowd is like. The prices are reasonable and the crew is really friendly. Be sure to get some fries with your order, they're really good here.
(4)
Kressler N.

i can only comment on the catering, but hot diggity it's good!! for the last few years, my work has had blake's for dept. parties, most recently for our xmas party. we ordered the brisket & turkey breast. the brisket is tender and the sauce is just about perfect - not overwhelming, but defintely has a 'twang to it. it's also not gloppy - i ate about 3 serviings of it. =) as for the turkey breast, it's from the smoker so it has a rich flavor. if left uncovered, it will go dry but if you eat it when it's piping hot it's awesome! i really need to make the journey over to blake's to eat...i'm a fan of ribs, hot links & bbq chicken - actually, i'm probably a fan of any sort of food that allows me to dig in with my hands and get sauce all over (ie boiling crab & claws for seafood). forget lucille's commercialized bbq...i think blake's will make you smile, with a spot of bbq sauce on your cheek.
(4)
Doug P.

Good for lunch. Brisket, dip, prime rib dip, all good. Go for the daily special if you want a free side.
(4)
Claudia R.

I love love LOVE this place!!! they have the most awesome onion rings EVER! I'm not a big fan of adding bacon to burgers, but theirs is a must-have! I love their chicken, moist and yummy! everything I have tried was awesome. We decided to do some research for catering and they were all very courteous and helpful. They let us try many things on their menu and their prices are very reasonable.
(4)
Mike A.

I think yesterday was a bad day for Blakes Place. Went to this place for lunch and the place was packed with folks, so I am thinking this place must be great. I got the meat sampler for 4 people (take out). Paid $50 for this platter. Came with garlic bread, beans, and coleslaw. Presentation looked great, meat looked fantastic. Beans and slaw all looked really good. Now for the bad news. The meat was extremely DRY. No amount of drenching in the bbq sauce helped. The garlic bread was not very good, rather bland and ordinary. The coleslaw was DRY, and needed more mayonnaise or something. The only part of this meal I really enjoyed were the beans. Excellent beans! I must say, I was very disappointed in Blake's Place. I cannot believe people like their BBQ dry like this. Perhaps they were too busy and just screwed up the meat this day. Perhaps it was only a bad day for them. I am willing to try them again. I can't believe so many people like dry meat like this. Let's see what happens the next time I try this place. But today's lunch was just terrible.
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Ev I.

They use a killer BBQ sauce on their ribs and the pulled pork sandwich is ono. This place isn't easy to find or located on a main street - which is probably a good thing for us patrons - the place would be packed all the time. The service is quick and they were really friendly my first time there and told me about their food.
(4)
Mark J.

Great BBQ. Place is kind of tucked away in a commercial / industrial area of town, but the patio is nicely landscaped. Pulled pork sandwich was good, but the beef brisket sandwich was so tender. Fantastic! Great stuff.
(4)
Phil J.

Hahaha.... I cant believe that i lived 5 minutes from this little treasure. This place is awesome, The bbq is great, I've HAD MUCH BETTER, but only in the south... Now, for O.C./L.A. I think this is as good as it gets, so it gets five stars... The staff is friendly, tv's to watch while eating, and the SMOKED bbq is up to par. How to tell: BRISKET is tender,moist and falls apart as soon as you stick a fork in it or try to pick it up... SCOTTIES SMOKEHOUSE- THIS IS HOW YOU BBQ BRISKET! Now with that said, I have had dry brisket once from Blakes, but i politely mentioned it to the staff and they quickly gave me a much more tender,moist portion to make up for it. So great customer service there. Absolutely a must go!
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Tammy D.

Good lunch spot but busy! I am a fan of the Cobb salad here as well as the beef Ortega dip. I hate BBQ sauce but I hear their sauce is great here. They smoke all of their meats and have a big variety of menu items. It's in the middle of the industrial park where my old office was. If it weren't for that, I wouldn't have found this place. Parking is scarce especially at lunchtime and you have to fight for a table but heck, it's worth it.
(4)
Francine L.

Blake's serves up a mean plate of barbecue. My boyfriend and I shared the $18.99 big combo plate and an order of sweet potato fries. They were nice enough to split the combo into two separate plates at no cost. Each half plate held pork spare ribs, beef brisket, and bbq chicken. The sides included cole slaw, baked beans and two slices of garlic bread. For our first time, I'd say the combo plate was a great choice allowing for samples of different meats. The pork spare ribs were a big tough to eat. It was difficult getting bites off the bones. I'd like to try the other ribs next time. The chicken was moist and flavorful, though. My favorite of all meats was the smokey and very tender beef brisket. All meats were dipped and dunked in Blake's awesome BBQ sauce. It went well with everything! The sides were really enjoyable, too! The cole slaw was a refreshing palate cleanser. The beans were sweet and tender, like your first true love. The garlic bread was buttery, grilled to perfection, and thicker than a Snicker. Crunchy on the outside and soft in the middle, the sweet potato fries were incessantly raided by my fingers. I could not stop grabbing from the basket, as these taters were seriously addictive. I would most certainly come back again. I've heard the chili apricot wings are divine. The sandwiches on the menu sound promising; and maybe if I can summon a couple other hungry tummies, we can conquer "The Beast".
(4)
Erika R.

Big rib platter shared by me and my husband amazing we also got spicy bbq let say we had left overs. I was impressed for a small placed. The brisket was tender, but dry only some pieces had flavor. The beef rib tender soo much smoked flavor melts in ur mouth but it felt like something was missing. The half baby rack rib was a lil tough in the beginning of the bite but was easy to tear oh man when u bite it just melts in your mouth more flavor with a after taste of smokeyness. The cole slaw had a bitter taste not a fan, beans didnt taste. The spicy bbq wing. I am not a fan of bbq wings but these spicy bbq wings changed my mind amazing. Smoked to perfection the flavor of the smokiness stays in your mouth and the chicken also has a nice color and melts in your mouth.
(4)
Kathy N.

In all fairness, I'm not a huge BBQ fan but I do know when I get quality food and am welcomed in an establishment. Sister-in-law picked up a Groupon deal for lunch when I was visiting recently and I went with her to pick up the to-go order. The order wasn't ready when we showed up but presented no problem whatsoever and they quickly packaged up the entire order and we were on our way. The meat in our order consisted of sliced beef brisket, BBQ'd chicken and pork spare ribs. The ribs were fantastic and tender but the brisket was the star in my eyes. Chicken was good too but I'm not a big fan of eating chicken with skin on it so I was kind of eh about the chicken. For sides we had garlic bread, BBQ beans and mac & cheese. I was a little disappointed in the sides - garlic bread was tasty and charred just perfectly however the mac & cheese was nothing special at all. Beans were ok. Blake's does a top-notch job with their meats, that's for sure. While we didn't eat there, I think the location has a special charm and I'd really love to sit in their patio with a beer and a pile of sauced up brisket!
(4)
Josiah S.

DELICIOUS!!!!!!! wowza!!! NOM NOM sofa king mouth watering smoked to perfection bbq!!! goood lord! i ordered chop brisket with a side of baby backs! and a lil cup of mac n cheese that hit the spot! mmmmmhymmmmm delicious i say! free refills, clean bathrooms, and a very nice staff at your every need,..i gals were so nice
(5)
Guadalupe R.

I went for lunch to this place very delicious got half a sandwich and a cup o corn chowder very good will go back to this place service was excellent got my food quick will recommend this place to any one who want's good service and fresh
(5)
Tim R.

I absolutely love Blake's! They have the best BBQ in my opinion. Also, the manager Brian is super nice, customer friendly, attentive, and he comes over amd talks to you and takes away the plates when you are done eating. He is super awesome and another reason to come to Blake's.
(5)
Zak P.

I was less than impressed with Blake's. I dined on a Friday afternoon and the location was pretty slow (yay! score for us!). When we walked in the door we were greeted and I needed a few minutes to look over the menu. This style of restaurant you order at the counter and they bring the food to you (something I didn't know as after taking my order and payment the cashier just handed me a receipt with no acknowledgement and walked away) so I stood at the end of the counter waiting for my food when about 5 minutes later the cashier walked out with the food and motioned towards a table. I would have appreciated a "thanks for your order, have a seat and we will bring it to you". But oh well.. I ordered a sampler that had 3 sandwiches on it, all the meats were VERY DRY and difficult to eat in sandwich form. The BBQ sauce was very sweet and there weren't different sauced to choose from. The other diner I was with enjoyed their pulled pork sandwich, they said there's was saucy. It wasn't a great experience, and no one really seemed to care or take pride in what they were doing. The staff pretty much acted like patrons weren't in the building. There is better BBQ out there and better service. Blake's doesnt win on either level.
(2)
Miguel M.

So eager and hungry that I forgot to take pictures of the high quality dinner we had. The price point for the quality of the product was spot on. We ordered the spicy bbq chicken wings as an appetizer, they were deliciously smokey flavored with a sweet kick. I had their prime rib sandwich special that was listed on their specialties for the day board. My friend had the Ortega Chili brisket sandwich... Both sandwiches were a good size with the meats being top notch. Mine came with au jus to dip in and I requested additional horseradish sauce as it seemed a little bit on the light side on the sand which itself. The brisket sandwich came with grilled onions and cheese along with the Ortega Chili - delicious. Glad we checked out yelp while we were in the area. This is a true hidden gem!
(4)
Tommy D.

Great BBQ, friendly staff. I've eaten a lot of BBQ, and most SoCal BBQ isn't worth the effort of a second trip, but I've never been disappointed at Blake's, and have been here a few times now. I usually order ten minutes ahead, and pick it up, so I don't have to worry about a line. Their brisket has always been moist and juicy, with good smoke. Good onion rings. Good sides. No complaints. Except, maybe stay open later, and deliver me my BBQ, haha.
(4)
Kent H.

Did I say yum? The place to be for some good BBQ. I was very full after leaving this place for lunch. j Selection of meats: BBQ rib - doesn't really fall off the bone, but the chunks of meat coming off were juicy, tender and flavorful. Brisket - slicing through with my plastic knife, didn't require much effort, again moist and flavorful. Bbq chicken - very moist as well, breast, thigh, drumstick were all good.
(4)
Peter S.

Best BBQ I've had in years!!!! Location is the last place you'd find a amazing joint! Definitely coming back here!!!
(5)
Eli O.

First time here and was not impressed. Spent $15+ on combo with brisket and pulled pork. Definetly not worth the money spent. The brisket was tough and the pulled pork was average. The portions were small (not like the pics on Yelp). I have had better bbq from Ralphs and Stater Bros deli for less $$$. Also, the cashier wasn't too friendly nor helpful. I told her it was my first time and asked for a recommendation. Didn't get one. Maybe it was because I came in today after lunch rush... still no excuse.
(2)
Grace C.

It's located in a very industrial area. You wouldn't expect a good BBQ joint to be here. They really should incorporated BBQ into their name because everything I've tried here has been tasty. They have indoor and outdoor seating for you to enjoy all the deliciousness that awaits you. Their menu consists of ribs, sandwiches, salads, etc. My fave is the brisket sandwich on a French roll which I get with sliced brisket. The spare ribs are great as well, better than the baby backs! All the employees I've encountered here have always been super nice and helpful. Don't you love when service is great? Just go in, order and take a seat. Your food will be out shortly. Don't forget to check-in and receive a free cookie :)
(4)
Seth B.

Located in the industrial capital of the world (or so it seems), is a hidden gem in Anaheim. Make sure you use GPS, or you WILL miss this place. Not much bad to say about this place. I really like the BBQ here, the service is quick, and the restaurant is clean. It doesn't knock my boots off, but I always enjoy what I order.
(4)
Brian B.

Probably some of the best BBQ you can get! Scott and his team are amazing and I wlll go back there as often as I can. I keep referring my friends, family and clients there every chance I get. Brian Bartholomew RE/MAX Cornerstone 714-225-0039 thebartholomewteam.com BRE#01962041
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Shawna C.

Yum! About four years ago or so our company ordered from Blake's as their catering service of choice at the annual "holiday" party. It was delicious and many people enjoyed it. The two years after that we had it for our catering for my husband's and my birthday dinner with his family. Our birthdays are a week apart. Both times the family really, really enjoyed it, Every meat we had was delicious - brisket, chicken, and sausage. For sides we had always ordered the baked beans and the mac n' cheese. It also came with bread. Our company later later Lucille's and it wasn't even close in comparison in my opinion. I have not been inside one of those so I can't say that it is across the board, but both my catering and inside eating experiences here have always been delicious, and I love bbq. We have been here to eat inside a few occasions as well. I have had the brisket sandwich as well as the free pulled pork sandwich for my birthday. I had a wild craving for it this weekend as a fellow Yelp friend had gone there recently and posted his pictures, setting off this craving. (Thanks Roy!) My husband and I arrived and decided to go with the meat plates this time. I got the one meat plate as beef brisket as my meat of choice, and bbq baked beans and mac n' cheese as the sides. Cole slaw is a standard side so substituting it will cost .50 cents extra. Oh well.... not a fan of cole slaw so I guess that was fine. Luckily it wasn't a dollar like some places, or even more than that. It also came with two slices of garlic bread. My husband had the two meat plate with the brisket and sausage as his meats of choice, and bbq baked beans and corn on the cob as his sides. We also both ordered the banana pudding with whip as a dessert. We had apple cobbler in the past and that was delicious. Service was nothing but friendly, and as usual they were on top of things to fulfill your needs and very quick at cleaning up tables as people left. The food came out quite quickly. The bread seemed to lack a little in flavor in my opinion, but it was still nice to have it. The sides were so delicious, and I devoured every bit. The meat was so delicious, cooked to perfection, smoked, tender.... did not leave a bite of that either. While we ate they kept checking on us as to when we wanted the banana pudding. (They give you the option of getting it with your food or allowing you to wait for when you are ready.) If you order things like cobbler they also offer to heat it up for you. When we were ready for the pudding, it came out promptly. (They only needed to add the whipped cream, if you decided to add it) Again this also was full of flavor. I am going to assume it was home made since everything is so delicious here, and the fact that their pudding tastes way better than anything I have ever had in a box. If it was, major props to them! This place has always been one of my favorite bbq establishments. I hope to go back real soon.
(5)
Sarah M.

I ordered a holiday meal for 20 guests through their catering side. After we picked up the food and arrived back home, we realized part of our order was missing. I called back over there looking for it, and unbelievably, they came to my house very shortly after and delivered the missing item! I don't even live very close to this place, either. They even thew in a little extra for the inconvenience. The food was excellent. Customer service like this is a rare find these days. Blake's goes the extra mile for their customers. I highly recommend the catering for any party or event.
(5)
Yazhmine C.

Blake's BBQ is finger licking good (: Never disappointed when eating here and you definitely have to undue a couple buttons afterwards! It's the best BBQ I've tasted so far living in OC.
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Drew B.

Second time to Blakes, first time this location. I had a brisket sandwhich after reading a couple reviews. The sandwich was fine but it was cold. Warm and cold. I know the meat after being smoked sometimes isn't hot, but I thought it was a hot sandwich. ANYway, sorry. Meat is super good. Nice smoke ring, flavor and texture. Sauces are good. Sides are good. Pork I had last time was good.
(4)
Kristy S.

Pricey for some of the portions, but very good quality food with excellent customer service. My husband got the PULLED PORK SANDWICH, which for the price was VERY worth it. Large amount of pulled pork on a buttery bun with coleslaw, red onion, and 2 types of pickles on the side (sliced for the sandwich and a spear). Not overly saucy, but with enough flavor so that you didn't need to go grab more sauce. Also, very moist. Would definitely get again! I got the rib and smoked meat plate (BABY BACK RIBS and BRISKET), which was double the price of the pulled pork sandwich. For the price, I was really hoping for double the meat my husband was getting in his sandwich; however, it seems like I got about the same, maybe slightly less, with 4 ribs and a small amount of brisket. The perks of the plate are that you get 2 pieces of garlic bread, baked beans, and coleslaw, but I don't know if that's really worth the doubled price. The garlic bread was light and toasty and not overly garlicky. I normally do NOT like baked beans because they're too sweet, but Blake's makes them PERFECTLY to my liking! Smokey and just slightly sweet. The coleslaw was also perfect--crispy (so you know they don't just keep serving the same coleslaw day after day) and not overly sauced with mayo. The brisket was the real star to me. I've been SO disappointed by brisket in the past by Lucille's and Beach Pit Barbecue... and Blake's was perfectly smoked and tender. I barely needed any barbecue sauce, because it had such a good flavor from the smoke. The ribs weren't "fall off the bone" tender, but they were still tender and moist. Nice smoke on those too. The only disappointment of the night was the MAC N CHEESE. It was, sadly, bland. Compared to all of the newfangled recipes where restaurants are upping the mac n cheese taste (bacon, 5 types of cheese, chorizo!), Blake has kept it simple. I really can't blame them, because if you eat it with the tasty bbq, it isn't a bad thing. I tasted some nice white pepper, but that was about it. Not too much depth of flavor from the cheese. I will definitely be back to get more brisket!!
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Maggie C.

Not even quite 3 stars for me. The brisket and beef ribs had the weirdest texture to me. Both had a very soft texture that felt almost raw, but it wasn't. Couldn't quite put my finger on it. The pork ribs were better. What I'm not a fan of is the liquid smoke they use on their meat. Yuck! I was burping that stuff all evening! The bbq sauce was yummy though. The mac'n cheese was whatever and beans were ok. I did like the coleslaw. Not enough for me to come back, sorry!
(3)
Adrienne B.

I've been here a couple of times. The first time, I got the brisket. It was dry and a little bland. I didn't really expect to come back. Now, I work down the street. I had a wicked fiending for BBQ, so I gave Blake's another chance. Good call. I got the pulled pork sandwich, and I'm eating it at work with gusto - animal noises and all. *nomnomnommmmm* *snarf* The bread pudding is just a'ight. They also have an alright selection of beers, I noticed... Sure wish I could take THAT back to my desk ;-)
(4)
Catie B.

We tried this place tonight and was happy I did. I got the Ortega Melt sandwich with brisket and it was so good. The French roll was fresh and the brisket was flavorful and moist. My boyfriend got the big BBQ platter and he said it was all delicious! affordable prices, food came out in about 5 minutes and service was great!
(5)
Danielle F.

I can't believe I didn't review this place the day we ate there. I had SUCH high hopes for home made bbq! GROSS! We ordered our food and as soon as we sat down, I narrowed in on the BBQ sauce sitting on our table. The first ingredient.... HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP! I wanted to leave right then and there. How can you call yourself home made when that is not only an ingredient in your sauce, but the FIRST ingredient!!! Such frauds.
(1)
Tom S.

Terrific BBQ. The ribs, beef brisket, you can't go wrong. Clean bright atmosphere. The staff is personable. Some excellent sandwiches for lunch. I wish they had a little more variety to the take out menu for different meats.
(4)
Jacquie R.

First of all the staff is great. They know the menu and ready with an answer. The dining room is clean and love it that we never have to chase anyone down to clear a table. We usually order pulled pork sandwiches BBQ chicken, coleslaw, Mac n cheese and the beans. They have never failed us. The bbq sauce can be bought by the bottle to enjoy at home. The salads are good when we are in a 'healthy' mood. We ruin healthy though with onion rings. What would top it all off is if there was real lemonade and tea instead of the drink machine liquid.
(4)
Rick F.

Good food and service .. but 10 dollars with no sides 2 pricy. Need 2 add a free side and would be more star 4 sho ....still really good
(3)
Jean-Claude E.

Awesome BBQ in a casual atmosphere. Super busy for lunch! The beef ribs and Spare Ribs are amazing. Good selection of BBQ sauces.
(4)
Larry L.

4 blocks from my place of work, meats are good, i tried the pull pork and it was flavorfull not really tender, but good flavors( did not need the bbq sauce) sevice was good, so today i order brisquet to give a try... Lets see for nect time.actaually the brisquet us very dry... Dont try it here please
(4)
Heather V.

The good: pulled pork and beef brisket sandwiches, the ambiance, and the staff. Beans are good. There are two sauces, hot and tangy. The not so good: the kids ribs. All of my kids love ribs and all 3 did not like the ribs. Meat was tough, hard to get off the bone and were dry. They also had no fresh brewed iced tea. It is a choice of four different syrup based teas. Kids ribs cost $7.99 and included a drink and cookie. Sandwiches were in the $8-9 range. I love to frequent locally owned businesses. As sad as it makes me to say it, we liked the BBQ at Lucille's better. I would eat there again, but wouldn't go out of the way to do so. The food was not something I would crave. The service was excellent though.
(3)
Rob W.

I'll give this place four because it's hit or miss. Some of the dishes are great and some are dry and disappointing. Overall, it's decent quality for the price. I'm a big fan of the Mac and cheese and often buy it in bulk for parties. It always disappears. Then there is The Beast. Good luck! I'm a good eater and it still kicks my ass! Worth a try at least once though. And even if you don't finish it, it's still a mighty good sammich.
(4)
Darryl B.

Yes i'm giving another five stars. First let me start by saying I loveeeeee me some good BBQ ribs. Pork and beef. If you have ever had the pleasure of having BBQ in what we call the hood, you know good BBQ. The kind they serve with a slice of white bread. If you know, you know. If you dont muster up the guts and head down to your nearest getto, find a good rib joint and order a rib plate. Then you will know GOOD ribs. Having said all that, this Blak's place is SOOOOOOO DAMN good. Ribs when you pick them up, the meat just falls off the bone juicy and and tender. The BBQ sauce the beans and the cole slaw are amazing. I have NOTHING bad to say about this place, this guy knows his ribs. Customer service was amazingly pleasant and relaxing. If you have a corp event and catered private event, i soooooooo recommend this place.
(5)
Amber K.

Best bbq sauce ever! Tender meat, and prompt readiness for pick up. Thanks and I will be back.
(5)
Tim F.

I like Blake's. This is best BBQ restaurant I'm aware of in Orange County. Can't give it 5 stars as on occasions their brisket comes out fatty. I judge a BBQ by their brisket. But generally it's pretty darn good. I've also recently been to Kansas City and Memphis and know what real BBQ should taste like. A 4 star rating for a California BBQ is like a 4 star Mexican restaurant in Minnesota. It's a bit hard to find but if you're in the area and looking for a BBQ joint. It's worth a stop in.
(4)
Hiep N.

Very good contender but not one of the best. I ordered the samplers, my tri-tip was a bit tough and still had the kerosene smoke smell lingering in the meat and on the french rolls, otherwise, the rolls were soft and fresh. The three meats looked really good until I detected the kerosene smoke. I'll be willing to give this place a second chance, may be I just had a bad piece of the meat. Price is acceptable. The counter person also should spend a little more effort in explaining their menu.
(4)
Dan A.

This is a good BBQ place it's not the best I had but you won't be disappointed. I had the ribs and they were really good, this place can also be hit or miss BBQ is hard to keep consistent. They also do catering and if this is the quality of food they bring them it's well worth the money.
(4)
Jasmine H.

So after reading all of the the reviews I was excited to come try their BBQ. This place is kind of tucked away, I walked up to the wrong door initially. Anyhoooo. I ordered one of the BBQ plates from the smoker with one meat. I got the beef brisket, mac n cheese, beans and garlic bread. It came out to $16 which was a little expensive for the amount but if it's good quality I have no problem paying. I'm highly disappointed with the food. There was nothing I liked. The brisket was dry, and didn't have any flavor. The mac and cheese has a weird texture and also lacked flavor. The beans were just not my style, didn't like those either. The garlic bread was alright, nothing fancy. Overall I'm super disappointed and I don't think I'll be back. :-( The service is great, but the food, not so much.
(2)
Norma L.

Once again.. my fellow yelpers did not guide me wrong. I work ina hospital and sometimes the healthy food just gets boring. It was fairly still crowded, by the time I got there, but I always try to go after lunchtime crowd. Staff is prompt with greeting and seeing what you want to order. Decided on the pulled pork sandwich with everything on it, and after discussing the size of the sides, order a mac n cheese. Mind you I also had a Yelp Check in offer for a free cookie. Went to pay with my trusty plastic and the staff very aware. Normally they ask your name to call, she just said my name from the card. And if you are observerant about it maybe for a verification purpose for use of credit card. Service was quick and my order came out in 5 mins. My sandwich came with coleslaw, slices of red onions, pickles, and pickle spear! Awesome looking and tasing. I would ask if they can cut it in half. Less mess hopefully.
(4)
J. D.

Pulled pork sammy is delish!! 5 stars all around. Come to Blake's Place for awesome BBQ. Please please please add corn bread to your menu!!!
(5)
Brenda B.

Pros, Good size portions, all BBQ food was great. Their sauce is really good. The toast was also really good. Service was on point and very friendly and attentive. Cons, Mac n cheese for a BBQ place was disappointing. All the sides were bland. I ordered the tuna melt and it was really bad so I sent it back.
(3)
Adrian O.

On a hot Friday afternoon I decided to go to this hole in the wall bbq place I call in my order since like most people I was in a rush to get home to my a.c a guy took my order seemed professional over the phone I get there and pay for it when the cashier told me that whoever took my order never placed it so since is paid and I'm here I wait another lousy 15 min thanks employee of the month for not placing orders you take over the phone.
(3)
Harley C.

One of the best bbq and wing places in Orange County.
(5)
Roy B.

I was Jonse'n for some good old American BBQ after returning from China on business a couple of months ago. I can't let my BBQ cravings go too long or I start getting the jitters and can't sleep well. I have a chronic case of BJD (BBQ Jones Disorder) I also had a few Clients in from China that had never eaten American BBQ. Luckilly for me I work very close to Blake's Place. So a lunch time visit was in order. yelp.com/biz_photos/blakâ€¦ One of my favorite lunch stops. I go there pretty often. One never knows what kind of goodness will come out of Blake's smoker and end up on your plate. yelp.com/biz_photos/blakâ€¦ Pull into the busy lunchtime spot and luckilly there were a bunch of patrons ahead of us. It was a pretty comical affair trying to translate the menu to 5 guys who had never eaten American BBQ before and only 1 of them barely spoke English. yelp.com/biz_photos/blakâ€¦ But once they saw a few other folks plates it wasn't hard to decide. They just pointed and I ordered. The process was perfect. yelp.com/biz_photos/blakâ€¦ Ate outside on the patio because it was an awesome Cali day! yelp.com/biz_photos/blakâ€¦ I got the lunch rib special and so did my Chinese homeboy Long. yelp.com/biz_photos/blakâ€¦ yelp.com/biz_photos/blakâ€¦ Two of the boys ate the chopped brisket pile (I recommended it.) yelp.com/biz_photos/blakâ€¦ Another had a Pulled pork sammach (Also recommended it) yelp.com/biz_photos/blakâ€¦ We shared some O-rings and fries yelp.com/biz_photos/blakâ€¦ They all loved the food! But complained that the food is to big in America. God bless the USA I told 'em! I now feel like an American BBQ Ambassador. I wonder if I can put some of those cool diplomat flags on my pickup now? I have eaten lots of different stuff from Blake's and am never disappointed in the food. Only in my self for no self control when it comes to eating the stuff. The brisket and sausage 2 meat combo will put you into a lunchtime coma yelp.com/biz_photos/blakâ€¦ The smoke ring says it all yelp.com/biz_photos/blakâ€¦ They have a couple of sauces but I prefer the spicy one the best. yelp.com/biz_photos/blakâ€¦ The ribs are damn good. Not fall of the bone but rather tug off which is how I prefer my ribs with a little fight still left in them. Still the smoke is there. The Rib platter will satisfy you with 3x ribs yelp.com/biz_photos/blakâ€¦ and leave you with leftovers for a lunch or two. Oh yea try the bomber! Just sayn' goodness! The service here is great! They once mixed up my order. Fixed it gave me the mistake sammy and a free lunch ticket too! They really do care about their patrons and it shows. It isn't cheap (what good BBQ is?) but you get quality smoked meat. No BS just tasty food. The salads ain't to bad either! Brisket salad = mmm mmm good! Oh and did I mention they carry Bootleggers beer? I've had the Monster and it was indeed a monster! yelp.com/biz_photos/blakâ€¦ But still there is a Beast of a challenge in my future. yelp.com/biz_photos/blakâ€¦ anyone want to join me? If you're up for a challenge or really hungry THE BEAST is for you. Since Blake's introduced this enormous signature sandwich in 2009 many have attempted THE BEAST CHALLENGE. The CHALLENGE is to devour THE BEAST within twenty minutes or less, if you do you receive their FREE Beastmaster T-shirt. You down? I'll be back again soon!
(4)
Ernesto M.

Great BBQ, I've had them at corporate meetings. The Sandy's Chicken Sandwich was on point. Grilled perfect with enough grilled onions and mushrooms! Great place!
(4)
Jen B.

We found Blake's on a whim after a long day at Disney when my fiance was craving BBQ. We have been back several times. Their ribs are to die for... totally fall off the bone. Brisket is so tender and delish it's hard to stop eating it... and garlic bread.. who doesn't love that. Tonight I tried their south west chicken salad and it did not disappoint. We bring everyone here when we have a Disney day and it's amazing! Wish they could cater our upcoming wedding. Muy Delicioso! !!
(5)
Brent F.

Had BBQ catered to the office. The brisket was great. The chicken was average. I likes the coleslaw or beans, scalloped potatoes were OK. Slice bread loaf seemed cheep. Overall, I enjoyed lunch.
(3)
Tino J.

I love to stop in and eat here every chance we get my father in law turn me on to this place good bbq food and good portion, prices are great the only complaint I have they have not master banana pudding. Other then that I leave happy and full I suggest you stop in and try it for your self guarantee you will be back.
(5)
Heather B.

There's not much I can say about Blake's Place that hasn't been said before, just go! This is my go to bbq spot. They're consistent, fast, and super friendly. I love their brisket and pulled pork! You can't go wrong with either. They're potatoe salad, just right for me, not too much mayo. Oh! The bread they give you with the plates, yum! I can eat 10 of those! I just wish they were open a LITTLE bit later sometimes. Love You Blake's Place!!!
(5)
Daniel L.

SUPER LATE REVIEW Went here with a roomie, when i use to live in Placentia, actually found this place while working in the city when i use to live in DB, i use to always pass it. So, then i brought over a roommate with me to try it out... 1st visit - Brisket Sandwich combo. Everything was good and on point. The sauces were superb, of course took the hot bbq sauce. Friend got the rib meat combo. He said my ribs was much better. 2nd visit - got the beef rib + pork...BEEF RIB was delicious. The Pork Rib could have been better, but it was still good and worth going if im ever in the area and feining for that bbq.
(4)
Joe M.

Went there for lunch the other day and tried to pickle "The Beast". Have to say was a lil disappointed. Way too much slaw, pickles, an onions. Felt like I was eating a bbq salad and not a nice bbq sammy! For $18.99 you gotta have more meat!!!!
(3)
David P.

The pulled pork pile and the Ortega chili Mel will drop you to both knees what a great fine blake place is awesome very reasonable if you're a big eater or order the beast you won't be sorry
(5)
San N.

Service - Friendly Location - Industrial place but pretty busy an hour before closing. Food - Decent. Hits the spot when you're craving BBQ and the price is ridiculously cheap for what you get.
(3)
Michelle S.

This was the best dang BBQ I have had for such a reasonable price! I have driven by so many times and finally stopped in. The nice young lady at the counter was gracious enough to full-fill my odd request of getting a small taste of their meat and sauce. She came back with a trio in a cup! What?! Wow thank you for going above and beyond. She recommended the BBQ sampler sandwiches. YUMTASTIC!!!! BBQ beans. MORE PLEASE! Seriously there is meat in them thar beans! Would I go back? Does a fat kid love cake? YES! Can't wait to try something new! Thank you Blake's !!!
(5)
Paul A.

I took the next step and entered the man realm...meat only and by the pound!!!! Cole slaw side
(5)
Sandie A.

Love it! I really love the food here. I live about a half hour away and I don't mind making the drive on the crazy 91 freeway just to eat here. I love their chopped BBQ beef brisket sandwich. They also have a really good Ortega chile melt sandwich. The meat is very tender and flavorful. A+!
(5)
Adam H.

If you are looking for some good brisket wether it be pulled or sliced blakes is the go to place!!! You won't regret it!!!
(5)
Eri P.

Oh..mah..gahh! The fantastic pulled pork at this place is reason enough to go and try out their BBQ. My dad's company used to get the pulled pork and baked beans in their catering orders and we'd eat it for days. The sauce flavor is pretty sweet; meat is very tender and good quality. I think it has the perfect smokiness. Also liked that I never found any fat in their sandwiches or plain pulled pork despite eating these dishes repeatedly. Had the ribs been slightly more tender, they would have counted as some of the tastiest ever. The one time I went there in person the staff was helpful, extremely friendly(!), and welcoming. They knew their customers would appreciate knowing exactly what they make their buffalo sauce from (Frank's Red Hot). Definitely planning to come back as soon as we're in the area.
(4)
Lan H.

Been here a few times thanks to my BF who absolutely adore this place. BBQ is great, service is awesome. Tri trip dip is good and so is the wings! We will be coming back. Make sure you check in for a free cookie :)
(4)
Sarra F.

My brother brought me here for lunch today, I got the pulled pork sandwich, he got his regular which is the chopped biscuit sandwich and we split some sweet potato fries. I'm really critical of BBQ places because my grandma does it better. But surprisingly i have nothing bad to say! I loved my sandwich, he ate all of his, mine ended up being lunch and dinner (and it made good leftovers surprisingly!). Food came quick, despite them being busy. I work about 5 miles away and I will definitely be coming back!
(5)
Doug P.

Food was OK...for a $19 rib platter($2 upgrade for baby backs) it was tiny! Prob 4 slices of brisket and 4 of the smallest ribs I've ever had. For the tiny amount, the food was average...I fail to see the hype about this restaurant...the value is horrible!
(1)
Tami D.

We were craving some barbecue and heard from friends that Blake's Place was really good. Knowing that our friends are serious about their barbecue, we knew we had to check this little restaurant out. Since we were told that lunch hour can be very busy (Blake's is located in an industrial area in Anaheim), we came here right after the lunch crowd. Blake's was a bit difficult to find but well worth the time to find it! I ordered the Blake's Signature Salad. The salad had lettuce, yellow and red bell peppers, cucumber, and tomato, with a choice of one of their smoked meats. I ordered mine with the barbecued pulled chicken. My salad was wonderful. It was one of the best salads I've had in a while. The chicken was tender and juicy, with just the right amount of barbecue sauce. My husband ordered the Smoked Meat Plate with a choice of two meats (he chose the pulled chicken and beef brisket - yum!) and thought both were delicious. He ordered the coleslaw on the side, and he thought this was really good too. My son ordered the grilled cheese sandwich with fries. Even though I thought his french fries tasted a bit burnt, his delicious grilled cheese definitely made up for it. The chocolate chip cookie that came with the meal was "sooo good", and I had to agree. That was one seriously good cookie! The customer service at Blake's was great as well. Everyone was friendly and helpful. It's nice to get wonderful service, even if we're ordering food to-go! We're definitely going to back at Blake's Place really soon! The food and service were really great here!
(4)
Ron D.

We eat here often and take it home too. I have used Blake's for corporate events and their catering service is excellent. I have never been disappointed with anything I've ordered, from salads to their famous baby back ribs and wings. Everyone is friendly and Anaheim has a nice outside heated patio for large groups.
(5)
Katherine O.

After watching a marathon of Diners, Drive Ins and Dives, I had a craving for bbq. I ordered the bbq chicken sandwich. I thought it was really good, but needed extra bbq sauce. The brad was a torta bread. Also, I did a to go order, so I'm not sure if the sandwich comes out hot, but I think that would improve it. The cole slaw was bland and watery- not worth it at all. My husband ordered the trio and just thought it was ok. Portions are huge, especially for the price. I would try this place again, but would eat in house.
(4)
Albert H.

Ordered Baby Back Ribs, Beef Ribs, and Pastrami Sandwich. Baby Back Ribs were decent, it was fall off the bone. The Beef Ribs were the best! Pastrami Sandwich was a big lacking though. The sides were small though, cole slaw was okay, but the beans were really good. Service was also very good, Alyssa i think? Will go again!
(4)
Steven C.

This place is great!!! I had been looking for some good BBQ food in the OC for awhile and it just so happened I found it at work. Our boss ordered in from this place for a small company get together around the holidays and everyone loved it. From the brisket to the ribs to the baked beans you cannot go wrong with the food here. I have since changed jobs to a company about 40 miles away only to find that they too catered an entire corporate event from Blakes. Everyone seemed to come away impressed (much more so than Lucilles) with the food and service they provided. I myself have catered mine and my wifes birthday get togethers with Blakes two years running and I do not see this changing anytime soon. They offer a wide assortment of BBQ food and some of the best apple cobbler I have had in my life. They have a cafe which gets busy around lunch time but just goes to show that they are more than just catering. They actually just opened a 2nd location as well so I am sure I will be eating Blakes a little more often.
(5)
Jay A.

Had lunch with a customer of mine at Blake's Place yesterday. Clearly this is a 4+ star operation. Arrived at Noon and the staff here were super friendly. I chose a chef's salad with barbeque and blue cheese dressing. The food was very good and the blue cheese dressing was some of the best I ever had. Hence - the salad exceeded my expectations. It came with really good warm bread and the serving size was generous. My business associates all enjoyed their lunches. The servers were great and most attentive. Will I come here again? In a heartbeat.
(4)
Phil T.

First let me state that I am not a bbq aficionado so my opinion may not carry much weight. But I do like bbq from time to time. I think I once worked for a company that had blakes bbq cater a lunch event, but I am not sure. Regardless I wanted to try this place so I came here for lunch. They have a lot of variety on their menu so you are sure to find something you like. I ordered the Beef Brisket Sandwich, no fries or anything, just the sandwich. The sandwich was decent sized. I think it was the perfect size for me. Good amount of meet on it and the BBQ sauce tasted pretty good. The only thing I didnt like was the beef was a bit too dry for me. Now maybe thats the way bbq brisket is suppose to be? I dont know. Overall not a bad sandwich and I wouldnt mind coming back. I think if you like BBQ you will enjoy this place.
(3)
jonathan s.

I'll start by saying that I hesitate to eat bbq anywhere other than Bludso's. It ruined it for me. That being said, my expectations here were realistic. Spare rib and baby back rib combo. - One spare rib had some chew to it. The other was more tender. - Enjoyed the flavor and bark on the baby backs. - I like that they give you two pieces of garlic toast. Enjoyed wrapping up some rib meat and some coleslaw and making a mini sandwich. - Way above average beans. Service was extremely friendly. Would not travel out of my way to come here but would not hesitate stopping in if I found myself in this part of Anaheim.
(4)
Eugene S.

I was thinking with about 300 reviews and an average of four stars, this should be a good place to try for something new. Nope. The food was a big disappointment. We were greeted nicely and all our contacts with people here were pleasant. Had a coupon for "Buy one baby back rib dinner and two drinks, get the second dinner free". Thank God I did, because even with the coupon my tab was just under $22. Each baby back rib dinner is $15.99. For that kind of price, I expected a nice dinner. Each dinner came with: Garlic toast, which was nothing special. Beans, which were served room temperature and had no special flavor or texture. Cole slaw, decidedly lacking flavor and also room temperature. 6 Ribs, which had obviously been sitting for some time... these were also room temperature, very dry, a bit tough, and lacking sauce. They didn't even LOOK good... instead, they looked old. A bottle of barbecue sauce on the table might have helped but I didn't try it. In short, this wasn't good at all. I'm disappointed in the food, and a little mad that I drove a long way past several good alternatives to get there. If I didn't have the coupon this so-so dinner would have cost me about $38 which is ridiculous... there are so many great places to eat for under that price.
(2)
Ali N.

This has to be the best place in Orange County for BBQ!! I got the beef ribs and I tried the brisket also. Will deffinetly be going back here
(5)
Frank S.

Picked up some baby back ribs and pork spare ribs and honestly I was a little hesitant to come here because who would order BBQ ribs from a cafe? Well, they should really change their business listing on yelp and put the "BBQ" in their name; I bet it would increase their business. I mean "Cafe and Catering" tells me nothing about BBQ... I walked in and asked what their specialty is and they told me it was the beef brisket. I'm not a huge fan of brisket because it often comes out dry, so I ignored their specialty and asked for the pork ribs. I was recommended the pork spare ribs for their tenderness, but I wanted baby back ribs. I ended up getting a full slab of baby back ribs and a half slab of pork spare ribs. The order came out super quick and I was out the door in minutes. If you're looking for fall-off-the-bone ribs, look elsewhere. The ribs here are very meaty and pretty lean and you'll have to bite in and pull to get your meat off the bone. The half slab of pork spare ribs could've passed for full slab! There were so many and each bone was humongous. They were so yummy, with tons of meat and the right amount of fat. I could see why they recommended these over the baby back ribs. The baby back ribs were okay, the full slab was very generous and pretty meaty. They were a wee bit dry from being lean which I didn't really mind. Both ribs were good but the spare ribs were definitely better, being more tender and juicer. I think the ribs are about 3-3.5 stars, but what pushes it to 4 stars for me is their BBQ sauce. I think they have an amazing sauce and it's a very balanced sauce that is neither too tangy or sweet. Their spicy BBQ sauce (which you have to pour yourself at the sauce counter) could be a little spicier but the flavors were great like the regular one. They have a pretty extensive menu with various sandwiches and even burritos so I'm sure I'll be back here soon!
(4)
Daniel H.

Pretty good. Nice people, and not too expensive. It's in an industrial-type area, but look for a boxy truck with the name of the business emblazoned on it to help you find the place. Also, it seems to have decent hours. We went on a Saturday evening, and there were a few other people coming in throughout, so others must know about Blake's. The bbq was good, and the restaurant was very clean, but I can't say it was earth-shatteringly great. The pulled pork, of which I had some and my gf had on a salad, was tasty. We will go back and try more stuff.
(4)
Emre H.

Very impressive for the price. Good food and great price. Coming back to this restaurant again.
(5)
Paul J.

First time there. Food was really good. Loved the beans. I can't wait to go again.
(4)
John R.

If i could sum up this place in 1 word it would be: MONEY The food is great, the prices are low, the people are nice. If you are in the mood for some good BBQ, this is the place. Calling in a pickup order Now...
(5)
Paula X.

Another fantastic event thanks to the food from Blake's Place! Best BBQ by far! Super friendly and hard working servers and a dynamite staff to work with. Set-up and take down was a snap and never any worry about running out of food! Your guests will be asking you where you got this awesome food! Thank you again for making it so easy to serve 75 people!!
(5)
Jimmy L.

I am an avid believer that no matter how good the food is of an establishment, service will dictate whether or not the experience is worth returning to. In Blakes place the service was not business friendly at all. I would not recommend this place to any businesses that would like their food catered or served by anyone here. From the phone order for the counter service everyone was annoyed by the large order that was placed. This boggles my mind as that is the core of their business. Why would you ever want to greet your customer with the frowning face and an unfriendly experience in placing an order?
(1)
Harrison M.

Blaake the homie hooking it up with the sandwiches and ribs. Am I in Texas or California? I can't tell Blake, I can't tell and I love it. Peace Blake Homie, I assume your last name is homie. "Blake's Place" sits in my heart
(5)
D Q.

I was a slight bit skeptical about this place, that is until I tried my sandwich. In an inconspicuous spot that might be a decent location for the industrial lunch crowd, but off the beaten path for most others. My suggestion is to make a visit and enjoy. Not the world's greatest BBQ and not the best embience but if you just want good food with nothing pretending to be fancy, have at it here.
(5)
Larry H.

The best bbq around, the prices are a little high, but you get what you pay for. Definitely recommend. The pulled pork sandwiche is awesome!
(5)
Ron D.

The best BBQ in the 3 county area. The highest quality and best service too. We have used them for company events and familial meals. I personally think the Baby Back ribs are the best here. I had ribs in Tenn. and these are better
(5)
Veronica E.

California chicken salad is awesome !! Also the smoked turkey on a French roll is great !! Cookies are always fresh !
(4)
Letty R.

My co-workers always brag about this place and they are always inviting me, why didn't I go sooner? The cashier was very nice and helped us to order, she recommended a plate good enough for two, it was 24.99 and they can split it in two plates if you like, it has beef ribs, pork ribs, brisket (very tender), bar-b-q beans and cole slaw, all very delish, I do recommend this place, we will come back again!
(5)
b j.

Had the BBQ chicken sandwich. The chicken was juicy loved the smoke BBQ flavor
(5)
Courtney Y.

LOVED the baby back rib plate! The sauce was a perfect mix of sweet and spicy, the baked beans had a distinct smokiness (with hints of bacon, yum!) and the Mac n cheese side was creamy and delicious! A previous yelper recommended the subbing of Mac n cheese, which was a great idea and only 50 cents more. Definitely returning soon!
(5)
David T.

After visiting Texas, I have we're-not-worthy respect for their design of BBQ. Everyday I miss that intriguing simple-smokey-saucy-I-don't-know-what taste. All I can say is my tongue has never been satisfied with BBQ'd meat ever before. SoCal cannot compare but we can certainly try and Blake's Place does double-the-effort passion into giving us a powerful BBQ response. So far, this is the best BBQ pit around, serving anything BBQ. And then there's...The Beast, a sky-high layered with pulled pork, pulled chicken, brisket, slaw, pickles, onions and Blake's BBQ sauce. Who dares to challenge me?
(4)
Chris D.

I love Blake's. Been eating here for 5 or 6 years during my lunch work break since it's not only tasty but on the way to Fry's Electronics... yea.. cuz I'm a nerd. What about it? Fry's is a good time waster during lunch break. Anyways.... Bob T. coordinated a get together at Blake's to wish Chad A. well on his surgery today. We're all thinking of you Chad! My meal came out perfect. I had the sliced brisket and spicy andouille plate with bbq baked beans, coleslaw, and garlic bread. I feel bad for Steven N because his brisket was as dry as my elbows are right now.... not a pretty sight. I've never had dried out brisket at Blake's and even my plate had tender brisket. WTF... they must of given him some leftovers from lunch! Oh well, my plate kicked arse and that's what counts :-D I thought it was cool they had beers from the local Anaheim Brewery. I had a few of their Christmas Winter Wheat beers which were ok. Service was great. Waitresses kept checking up on the large group and even brought out plates of cookies to everybody due to the yelp check-in offer. I did have to plop a few alka-seltzer last night though at 2am.
(5)
Jamie S.

The baby back ribs were awesome, but the brisket was amazing. Very juicy. For a little hole-in-the-wall place, I was pleasantly surprised!
(3)
Dee S.

Best hole in the wall bbq place I've been to in the Anaheim area.
(4)
Jim B.

Great food and great service! I highly recommend the sandwich sampler!
(5)
Alicia G.

I love the Brisket!- With extra sauce. Turkey sandwich also great I always add cheese.
(4)
Wellington C.

I can't believe I have never written a review for Blake's Place. They have catered my companies annual bbq for the past 3 years, and its always an event that I look forward to. Shoot, I even bring in tupperware just so that I can take food home with me. First of all, if your ever planning a large event, the Blake's staff is top notch. They pretty much take care of everything. You really just have to show up with your big boy pants on. Tri-Tip: Excellent, very tender and juicy, one of my favorite cuts of meat. Sausage: Good, not too fatty but just enough to give you that good flavor, also not too salty Mashed Potatoes: Also good, I like them because they dont put in too much butter or cream Greenbeans:These can be a little overcooked, also it doesnt keep well the next day Pulled pork or Chicken: You pretty much dont even have to chew, its so tender that it just goes right down BBQ Bean-: I love the beans becuase they put in small chunks of brisket. We seem to always over order on the beans, even with 150 people, we barely make a dent in a large tray Banana Pudding: If your getting dessert, I would highly recommend the pudding, if you dont like bananas, then I suggest you pick something else. Mac and Cheese: Good, but nothing really stood out Pretty much everything on the menu is great, if your having a hard time to decide on what dishes to order for catering, you can always ask to do a tasting. Trust me, holiday season is just around the corner, if you really want to treat you staff, give them a call.
(4)
Juan H.

Well I was in the mood for pastrami and had just gotten out of an appt from a near by customer. Needless to say I was a bit disappointed
(3)
Paul J.

Tasha's trio is always excellent (3d different mini sandwiches) & BBQ wings are so good U don't need to dip -- honorable mention to the macNcheese
(5)
Cesar G.

Weird location but awesome food! Amazing... Love that you can call in the orders....
(5)
Matthew R.

As a native Texan, finding quality BBQ can be a challenge here on the west coast. There are bigger chains that do an okay job, but Blake's makes me feel like I've walked into a small place in Austin. If you're wanting Texas barbecue, brisket is usually your meet of choice. Here, the brisket is tender and juicy, it nearly melts in your mouth. It's served with a lower amount of sauce so you can add as you like. The selection of sides are what you'd expect at this kind of restaurant. The potato salad is pretty authentic to the style. For a quick service restaurant, the staff checks on you more frequently than some table service places I've been to lately. The patio outside is great if you've got a group. Two thumbs up and a satisfied belly.
(5)
angie l.

I ordered their mix combo of chicken, ribs and brisket that comes with beans and Mac n cheese. This place makes the best brisket, they're so juicy and tender. The ribs was good too but the brisket was extra ordinary, so flavorful, juicy and tender. Both Mac n cheese and beans were excellent. Service was good, I changed my side order an hour before I pick it up and asked if I could pick it up few hours earlier than scheduled and they were cool and everything was prepared correctly. So glad I found this place, it'll be my go to place when I crave BBQ from now on.
(5)
Laila N.

Delicious BBQ! Just keep in mind they dont stay open as late as other restaurants since they are located near a bunch of business buildings. However, its easy to find! I had the pork pile sandwich. I didnt even attempt to eat this with my hands, so I fork and knifed it. Comes with pickles, onions, and coleslaw on top. But they are super nice about putting the slaw on the side or editing your order however you want. I added BBQ sauce at the table since it looked a little dry for me, and I like alot of sauce on my BBQ. Oh, and dont forget to check in!! You get a free cookie. Chocolate chip, oatmeal raisin, or macadamia nut. Not a huge cookie, but a nice little perk just for checking in. I really like the taste of their BBQ sauce. Not to much vinegar and not too much sugar. Its like the perfect balance between the two. With a slight spice to it. But nothing too spicy! I will definitely have to come back and try the ribs! I heard they are the best thing on the menu. And if youre feeling daring, they have a Beast Challenge just for you! =)
(5)
Luciano E.

Awesome place for great BBQ. Menu has allot to offer with entrees and side dishes. Good vibes from the friendly staff and also the customers. You can tell most are returning customers enjoying their local spot. Indoors or outdoors, always a game on the tv screens. Blake's hits the spot every-time!
(5)
Amy C.

Love this place. The only reason I am giving it a 4 star instead of 5 is the fact that I am a BBQ girl (from the south) and I compare all bbq to MY bbq. I really have never had any BBQ better than Blakes since moving to California. If you wanna hit them up for lunch CALL IN YOUR ORDER! This place gets very busy! Get the Tasha's Trio if you want to try a sample of their Meats.
(4)
Steve C.

Back in the OC after five years in Texas, we were keen to find some good bbq. And Blake's is as good as we've found here. The restaurant is pleasant, with plenty of tables inside and a large patio. The people were very friendly, bringing our food, asking how it was, not pushy but genuinely nice. I had a tri-tip dip sandwich from the specials board. It was very good, tender meat, with onions and cheese, nice bread dipped in au jus (they offered to bring more but I didn't need it). Maybe the tri-tip could have a little more beef flavor if I were to nitpick. But I was envious of David's chopped beef pile sandwich which was enormous, topped with cole slaw, on a very nice-looking bun, it looked awesome. I did get to try some of the beef and it was a-ok. I will definitely return for that sandwich. Bottle of bbq sauce on each table, it was pretty good, did have high fructose corn syrup, then again so does Lucille's and so do a lot of brands. We split a basket of fries and rings. Both had good flavor, I liked the rings a lot, the fries were ok but could have been crispier. Blake's is out of the way (unless you are on your way to the recycling center) but it is worth the trip.
(4)
Bob D.

I took my nieces and nephews to Blakes because their deceased grandpa loved the place. I thought the food was mediocre at best. Most of my nieces and nephews got the kids ribs combo with fries. The ribs were very dry( I tried them) from over cooking. I got the pulled pork sandwich i had the opposite problem it was 75% sauce. I could not taste the meat because of all of the sauce. My older nephew got the brisket sandwich( i did not try it) and he liked it.
(2)
N L.

I called the place first to ask how big their baby back rib plate is that you get with the buy one get one coupon, and the girl was cold and very unfriendly almost as if they don't want you to come there. When I got to the place they were still not friendly and when I asked to pay for a separate item with cash instead of my card she was kind of pissed. I wanted potato salad instead of coleslaw on one of the orders and they charged me 50c extra, which was not a big deal but the size was a small little plastic cup. Anyways as I was getting my ice-tea I noticed the unsweetened tea tasted old, like watered down passion fruit tea not like fresh black tea. When I mentioned it to the girl she said the pot is full you just have to try it again. So she took my cup and dumped it and gave me the cup back. Anyways no one liked the tea I brought home from there. The baby back ribs were dry and had some smoke flavor, they were not warm at all. So I don't recommend you use any of their buy one get one free coupons or any others they advertise because you're gonna get crap, left over ribs from the night before, I'm almost positive. I could tell they were not freshly made. Tasted like left over refrigerated ribs. The order was ready in a to go bag right away in less then 5 minutes, as I was getting my tea to go, so that should have told me something. Anyways I don't appreciate it . Were not garbage disposals. Also, their portions have really gone down. The brisket was my favorite but they only give you half the meat that they used to give you. You used to get a fat sandwich loaded with meat, no longer the case. If you want extra meat you have to pay $2.99 extra. Everything is loaded with sugar now and beware of the bbq beans, especially if you're trying to stay away from too much sugar. Their beans have too much sugar or corn syrup whatever they use or both. The place is ok if yo're in a hurry and don't mind paying high prices for small portions and don't mind alot of sugar in your food. Otherwise I would stay away. Oh and after I tried the tea I tried the light lemonade, but it tasted like soap and had foam on top.I didn't even bother telling them anything anymore. Garlic bread was dry and cheap quality bread. The kind that is barely toasted on one side and moist & untoasted on the bottom side. So SHAME ON THEM their quality of their food has gone really down. Nothing impressive about this place, and unfriendly service. Were not going back. Heard there is a new BBQ place in Placentia near the KFC called MEAT UP BBQ going to give that a try next time. Also found an even better one, off Nutwood and Placentia Ave in the Jack in the Box Shopping Center, called Leadbellys in Fullerton. It has the best most delicious fat brisket sandwiches i ever had. Ten times better then Blakes! So if you see Blake's coupons I would be careful not to use them not a good deal after all..SNEAKY, STINGY BUSINESS, SLIPPING PEOPLE LEFT OVER RIBS. Go to Leadbelly's 10 times better.
(1)
Michael L.

My son, Chris, ordered the Beast and finished it in 17 minutes and received the Conquer the Beast shirt. All of the items we ordered were quite good : tuna melt, brisket, pulled pork, and burrito. We will also visit the Los Alamitos facility.
(5)
Steve A.

Good food, great sandwiches, wished they changed the oil for cooking the frys with more often, they are mushy after about 3-5 mins, other than that great BBQ food. Their Sauce is very good.
(3)
Chris V.

The location for Blake's definitely throws you for a curve ball (it's at an industrial complex park). But besides that the food and service are great. I went with some co-workers and tried the tri-tip salad. The portions for the salad are humungous and you can easily split the salad between two people. The tri tip itself was very delicious and mixed with a light dressing and fresh greens served as the perfect lunch. Give Blake's a try if you're in the area! +1 for the outdoor patio too
(4)
debra s.

Blakes knocked it out of the park yet again with my holiday party catering order!! Natasha the catering manager goes out of her way to accomodate me all the time and is an absolute pleasure to deal with. The food was AMAZINGLY delicious as ALWAYS!!! LOVE LOVE LOVE Blakes!!!! I can't wait to use them again!
(5)
Joyce J.

I think they have suck good baby back ribs, not quite as good as mine but close. They have better brisket than I make and I make dam good brisket. If you are in need of a great smoked turkey this is your place. There catering department is great to order from. I will be ordering my Thanksgiving Smoked Turkey, it is out of this world again this year. You just need to check this place out it isn't anything fancy but if the food is his good who cares about fancy.
(5)
Arnold W.

My friend suggested this place. It's a little hidden in commercial/industrial area, so it's more suited for lunch/catering rather than dinner. Plus it closes at 8. The food here is good. The apricot-glazed wings stands out! Really flavorful, sweet and savory. For $7 you get a lot of wings. I also had the sweet potato fries, not too bad. We decided to take-out and we ordered some family combo pack. Lots of food. The ribs weren't too moist and needed a little more sauce. The tri-tip was cooked really well. The pulled pork was good and moist. The chicken had good bbq flavor but was a little on the dry side. The garlic bread...delicious! The sausage had that smokey taste to it. The bbq beans were standard and so was the potato salad. Other than the wings, nothing really stood out.
(4)
Lisa K.

I'm definitely a fan of this place! I was in the area and wanted some BBQ and came here thanks to Yelp! Order the brisket sandwich~! You can't go wrong with that! :)
(4)
Stephanie W.

I used to come here all the time when I used to work close by. I always got the ham sandwich, which I thought it was the best thing there. Now a year later I return to find out they took it off the menu. So I settled for the kielbasa sandwich which was still good, but it's no ham sandwich. Also I noticed they stopped giving those pepperocini peppers too. The food is somewhat the same, and the service is still good.
(4)
Disney Kathie K.

I love having the availability of a fast food BBQ restaurant, especially one that serves good food. The pulled pork sandwiches are huge ..... And very little fat. My favorite choice at Blake's. I do think their coleslaw is good, but a tad dry. prices are a bit high, also, but there are so few BBQ places to choose from. Yes, I do like Lucille's better, but that is a sit-down restaurant with usually a long wait, so you cannot compare the two.
(4)
Mel B.

1.5 Star rating I love me some BBQ Ribs and Blake's was rated pretty high from fellow yelpers. I decided to try it out and left feeling very bleh about the whole situation. The ribs were tender and fell off the bone, which is about the only good thing I can think of. The BBQ sauce was pretty tasty but KC Masterpiece is better and I can buy that at the 99 cent store. Every side dish sucked!! Ribs are always always better when they are partnered with delicious side dishes. I had beans, mac & cheese and garlic bread. None of it was good. The beans were cold, the mac was the blandest mac I have ever had and major Velveeta overload and the garlic bread taste like a burnt piece of cold toast. I enjoyed the ribs falling off the bone, that's the only good thing I found about Blake's.
(2)
Sarah P.

Came here for the first time today. Extremely glad i made the decision to come. I got the chopped beef brisket sandwhich with extra meat. OUTSTANDING!!!!!!! the only thing i would say bad about this place is that the fries were not my favorite. Go with the onion rings, you will be glad you did:) All and all i would def go back and not go to any other place for a brisket sandwhich..
(5)
Eric D.

A *GREAT* alternative to Lucille's BBQ (and cheaper)! The smoked meat plate was great. Wish the beans were sweet though.
(4)
Jonathan V.

The price changed and the wings ain't as good anymore. =( Oh well. At least the beef brisket is still good! It's better than Lucile's beef brisket imo and it's cheaper.
(4)
Sam F.

Alright. Pork was dry could be due to coming in at 7pm. Sliced brisket was pretty good. Ok smoke ring but probably done in a pan not rack. Very moist. Solid chicken. Cole slaw was perfect on sandwich Creamy Mac but not much flavor. Would be better with crust. Very kid friendly with good options for them. (comes with cookie).
(3)
Im T.

Category: Mid-range family dining. Good BBQ is hard to find in California, but Blake's is closest we've come to the superior BBQ of the Carolinas and Texas. MUCH better than Lucille's, this is a family-owned restaurant without the pretentious building and super-loud environment. Bring your kids and sit outside. Bring your parents and sit inside! Nice people behind the counter and serving the goods, but the food is the real draw. Go for the shredded pork or chicken sandwiches and enjoy authentic US BBQ the way it's supposed to taste.
(5)
Donna D.

The Hubby has been going here for years (about 6) but today, they sent ME a birthday coupon for a free pulled pork sandwich so the hubby finally took me (yes, of course he wanted my free sandwich). Nice clean place, pretty friendly and the meat just melted in our mouths. Very tender, soft buns not overdone with frills....just smoky meat and pickle! They have two bbq sauces - spicy and regular, yes I liked the regular and you guessed it - Chris liked the spicy...DUH! Chris ate the pulled pork which really looked good and I had the brisket sandwich. My sandwich was about $6.95. We had the banana pudding too but I would probably pass on that next time, kind of tasted instant with no banana flavoring. They are experts in the meat so thats what I recommend sticking with - although some old guy was really enjoying the smoked bbq chicken wings by the look of extasy on his face and bbq sauce smearing almost up to his wrists...he was lovin it, that is for sure! We got the fries and onion ring combo and shared. The onion rights rock here! Good eats all around and every time they opened the smoker doors to check the meat - the whole restaurant paused in unison and took a deeeeeeeeeep breath of smoky wonderfulness!
(4)
Samuel L.

The BBQ here is not bad, but a little pricey. I would give it a 3.5 if I could, and doesn't deserve a 3, so I'll give it a 4. I got the 3 meat plate with brisket, pulled pork, and kielbasa sausage. Brisket - I think it's the best brisket I've had in this area so far, although not really what I look for in a good brisket. The meat was a little dry. The BBQ sauce helped cover it up a little bit. Flavor was pretty good though, so can't really complain. Pulled Pork - Chewy, good texture, not too saucy. I like it like that. Kielbasa - Recommended by the cashier. It was pretty good, but a little rubbery in texture. Made me cringe as I bit into the skin/outer covering. Made a sound like I was chewing on a rubber band. All in all, pretty good. Would I go out of my way to get it? Maybe, although it is pretty expensive (~$15) for what they gave (3 meats, beans, coleslaw, two slices of bread). The plate actually wasn't that big, and I was still hungry right after. But it definitely is worth a try.
(4)
M A.

A must visit. I found them threw yelp. I wouldn't suggest the mac and cheese. There toast is awesome, BBQ is awesome. Meat is tender and falls right off the bone. There white chocolate chip cookie is yummy too. and customer service was very pleasant.
(5)
Eugene M.

Oh man! Blakes place is the best BBQ that I've had so far! Although my friends have told me to try Lucilles, I'm skeptical about their claims. My loyalty to Blake's place went all the way back to when they had a location in Chino Hills. I love the beef ribs and you can't go wrong with the wings. They give you a metal bucket they call the boneyard for your chicken-bone refuse. The garlic toast is divine. The people are not that nice behind the counter, don't expect smiles, just expect good food. Trust me on this: don't go to Tony Romas when Blake's Place offers tastier better quality food. Besides, Tony Romas is a corporate chain restaurant that serves boiled rib-in-a-bag. How do I know this? My father has worked in the restaurant industry for more than 30 years. I've been inside restaurants like Tony Romas: nothing is prepared fresh, it all gets delivered from a central warehouse: including the ribs, which come frozen in a plastic bag and then boiled to imperfection. So in summation, BLAKE'S PLACE!
(5)
Mag N.

absolutely one of my most favorite BBQ stops in O.C. the bbq beans and potato salad are great, as is their garlic bread. the salads are big and the sandwiches are filling. the service is good, too.
(4)
Jay Y.

Pulled Pork Sandwich, as the menu describes: a slow smoked pork roast, hand pulled and served on a big bun with BBQ sauce, cole slaw, pickle and red onions. Sounds savory, no? Now, how many places can you go to and get a sandwich that tastes exactly, and I mean EXACTLY, as good as it sounds when described to you. The pulled pork sandwich is everything you can ask for for a BBQ sandwich. The pork is moist and savory, stripped into the perfect length and width. The pork is topped with a BBQ sauce that's seemingly ketchup based with a very slight smokey flavor with hints of brown sugar, black pepper, and what seems like Worcestershire sauce. It's slightly more on the tangy/sweet side with a subtle flavor that is not over-powering of the sandwich. The cole slaw isn't more raw in ingredients and isn't overdone to the point where you have a sloppy mess; it's simple in that it's just chopped cabbage and bits of carrots, which compliments the sandwich nicely. I'm personally not a big fan of pickles in my sandwiches so i opted out on that. The red onions is the key that ties everything in this sandwich together and creates perfect harmony between the pulled pork, the BBQ and the cole slaw. It's perfect in that it doesn't allow each ingredient of the sandwich to blend into each other to become one sloppy mess, but rather allows the taster to enjoy each aspect separately but in a complimenting way. And to hold this all together, a nice soft bun that gives meaning to a sandwich. I couldn't ask for more from a pulled pork sandwich.. it's just THAT good. I've also had the Beef Brisket Sandwich which is essentially assembled the same as the Pulled Pork Sandwich, except instead of pulled pork it's brisket. I'm not sure how they make their briskets, but if I had to guess.. I'd say it's a nice, mild and flavorful wet-dry rub, slow smoked to perfection leaving it nice and moist on the inside with a flavorful outer layer. They use the same red onions and BBQ sauce and stack it all between a French roll which provides a for a slightly sweeter accent. This past time, I got myself two different sides. One potato salad and one BBQ beans. They're not THE best sides I've had, but they're still pretty good. The BBQ beans is something interesting as I never had BBQ beans before, they have a slight smokey flavor too. The potato salad is your traditional American style potato salad with a slight bite from what I believe to be mustard. I've been coming here for several years now and have never been disappointed. The prices are very reasonable for BBQ plates, sandwiches, and burgers. It's actually quite surprising that they could sell something like BBQ brisket and pork that tastes so good for such a reasonable price. The service here is always great, very friendly and helpful. The business kind of seems like a corporate owned franchise business of some sort, but the service you get is comparable to a family owned joint.. probably why it's called Blake's Place. Overall, this Place is a must try if you like/love BBQ.. yep, it's just THAT good.
(4)
Bixby D.

Damn good Bbq for a reasonable price. I love the fact that the baby backs have a little bite s they don't completely side off the bone when you pick it up. They have a huge menu with huge portions. It's tucked way in an industrial area but easy to find. Much better than the local chain bbq in Brea.
(5)
Ceejey P.

Great portions! Prices are reasonable. I ordered the big rib plate shared by me and my husband, we still have leftovers! Love the ribs and the coleslaw. We will be back to try their sandwiches.
(4)
Nnyleg J.

This place is great!!! Service and staff were amazingly nice!!! Great food and very fulfilling!! We dined in with a couple of friends and a toddler. Kiddie friendly too! My daughter loved the gals!
(5)
Tammy L.

This place is great for businesses to grab a quick lunch. I do find the sauce very tasty. I think for this area, Blakes has some good BBQ. I would come back if i was in the area, except I'm not in the area very much.
(4)
Steven M.

came to try the beast!! i really liked the mix of the cole slaw and the pulled pork. its like two pieces of garlic bread sandwiching pulled pork and cole slaw mix. for the sake of my health i only ate half of it. i also tried a beef rib and a baby back rib which were also pretty tender and soft. Not dry at all. the food here is really cheap for bbq; in comparison to Lucilles i prefer blakes place over it. Its definitely cheaper than lucilles. Its weird how its located in an industrial complex; but im not complaining food is good and cheap!!
(4)
Gennifer M.

Hands down, the best BBQ joint to hit up on your lunch break. I wouldn't eat here with friends nor on the weekends. Only on my work lunch break. It's quick and delicious. With a tasty BBQ sauce that they never seem to put enough of on your meal. But don't fret, that's what the bottle on your table it for. This place can get crazy packed at lunchtime, but that only means that it's good, right?! I feel like there are a lot of old working scruffy men who go here. They make up 80% of the customers. Maybe that's a BBQ thing. I like it. It means holding doors open and letting ladies go first in the drink line. So polite here! And the girls who take your order are very friendly too, but they remind me of SuicideGirl.com rejects. Theyre hot. And they wear black and pink. but they're not edgy or dark enough for for SG. Just big boobs and a lot of makeup. Long story short, foods good. It can get packed, but there's always room in their covered patio.
(4)
Jennifer S.

Went here for the first time this weekend. The location is strange but the food was delicious. Tasty bbq and tons better than some pricier restaurants. Food came fast and I was thrilled they give you a bone bucket and some wet wipes. I can't wait to go back!
(4)
Ray D.

As someone who does a lot of cooking myself, I can say with certainty that barbecuing is a patient and precise artform, and timing can make or break the dish. With that in mind, BBQ restaurants have to keep the oven going pretty much all day in order to keep wait times down, and that means you might be getting meat that is just right, or meat that has been oversmoked and dry. Consistency is probably the main challenge for any BBQ restaurant, and I commend any for even trying. I hadn't been to Blake's since the old Chino location perhaps 5 years ago, so per numerous friends' recommendations, I decided to give it another go, this time in Anaheim. The place is clean and inviting, and I decided to order the "sampler" which gives you three half-sandwiches filled with BBQ, one chicken, one beef, and one turkey. Needless to say, all three were quite dry and required a drenching of the BBQ sauce for it to have any flavor at all. There were times that I could not tell the different meats apart. It is because of this that I can understand why they made "The Beast" which is essentially an oversized sandwich which stacks the three meats on top of each other amongst other toppings. No reasonable BBQ enthusiast would spoil three different perfectly flavorful meats by joining them together unless they were prepared so bland and oversauced to compensate for their dryness that you couldn't differentiate them. Because there are so few BBQ places in southern california that are even worth setting foot in, I will probably end up getting talked into trying Blake's again in the future, but if given the choice, I will just stick to going to Lou's Red Oak BBQ in Huntington Beach, or just cooking at home.
(2)
Melanie M.

I have NEVER in my life went to a BBQ place and ended up seriously thinking about opening up my own Que joint! My Hubby & I have both been raised on Creole & Soul food, and let's just say that's not what this place is at all! The BBQ was mediocre at best, the sauce was OK, I ordered the pulled pork sandwich, which was not tender and barely had any sauce on it - not to mention the bread was not fresh. The sides tasted like school lunch (had the bbq beans, cole slaw & something that they had the nerve to call macaroni & cheese). Don't get me started on the onion rings - they are tempura batter that were cooked at the wrong temperature - cooked extra brown on the outside and doughy on the inside. The apple cobbler was more like what is known in the South as a Dump Cake (apples with cake mix dumped on top and baked)...it was NOT A COBBLER by any sense of the word, but it was the only thing we sort of liked. I kept talking through the whole meal (which only lasted 10 min (we ordered to go & ate at home) about how we could do sooooo much better ourselves and how the OC needs a good BBQ joint - if I had the start up money I would do it!. Lucielle's in Brea is the closest thing to a decent place, but it can be overpriced at times and the wait can be crazy (sometimes over an hour)... Our search continues...
(1)
Roy H.

I havent had BBQ this good in a looooong time! First off, Blakes is in an industrial park. Weird location, but the place was packed. There was a couple of cops there, too, so you know its good food. I had Blakes One Pound Bomber. A bunch of meat on a bun: brisket, turkey, pork. The thing was huge! I ate half of it along with an order of onion rings and Im stuffed. The ball and chain ordered beef ribs with beans and cole slaw. You can really taste the smoke in the ribs. Two ribs was enough for her, she took the 3rd one home. Very satisfying, reasonably priced, and friendly service. Cant wait to hit this place again.
(5)
Micky S.

ok so the first time I was brought here by a friend I thougt what the heck, where are you taking me!! I was like theres nothing around here, why is there some bbq joint back here? Then I walked in and ordered..WOW this has got to be the best bbq sandwiches I've ever tried. I get the pulled pork, beef brisket and pulled chicken.. the best trio every time. Then the potato salad and its a wrap. They have the best spicy bbq ever too, I pour in on my potatto salad and my sandwiches every time. Oh and what I have been doing now is eating the pork and beef there and talking the chicken home because your full off 2 anyway and eating the chicken sandwic cold.. Never ate a bbq sandsich cold? Me either until Blakes and believe me when I tell you, it makes for one of the best leftovers after a long night of parting with friends. I'll forever eat at this place
(5)
Taffy C.

I came here for the first time with family tonight and found the food to be of very high quailty and delicious.I had the philly brisket and the meat was very lean and tender. I got to sample some of a pulled pork sandwich one of my family members had trouble finishing, and it was excellent. I think I'll be getting that next time. The onion rings are higly recommended.
(4)
Thomas B.

Great place, decent prices, nice people. Oh, damn good food too.
(4)
Sierra K.

Ever since the first time I've came here, I've LOVED it!! Always delicious. Great/Friendly staff. And you def get what you pay for! Not saying their expensive, but sometimes, you want a lil of everything (since so much is so good!) and your bill can get high quickly.
(5)
Trvlr W.

Met up with a friend here for dinner. Been craving some really good BBQ. Not quite the same as Texas BBQ but it's a good second place. I ended up getting the special of the day - baby back ribs, brisket, coleslaw, baked beans and garlic bread - all for $12.99. Good deal. Lots of food! Friend ordered the Blake's big rib plate special for $17.99. We were both full when we left. There's outdoor seating available - but screened off from insects. Great idea... no flies in the summer! There's a heat lamp too for when it gets alittle cold out. They turned in on for us since there was a cold breeze going through. Not too many families ate outside but the inside seating was packed. Friend and I were busy eating and talking and didn't realize they had closed. We only noticed there were no more customers. Once they started putting the chairs on the table, we knew they were closed - 8:05PM. SO they close at 8PM for those that like to eat late, beware. Brisket was fantastic! I love my brisket!!! Baby back ribs were ok. The BBQ sauce is really good too. They sell it in bottles you can take home with you, if you want to buy some for home use. Not sure of the price though.
(4)
Simpson C.

everything here is good...the sauce is great...ribs= bomb...service is good...i have never had a bad experience here...just thinking about it makes me hungry lol
(5)
LAURA K.

This place is pretty decent. Wish it was in a more "vibrant" location, but whateva. I got the chinese chicken salad. Veggies were fresh, chicken was smoked to perfection, salad dressing was tasty. Good eats. Prices are reasonable too!
(4)
Veronica P.

I had heard so many good things about Blake's that it's almost dissapointing to write a bad review. Known for their obscure location, you would never think twice that an actual restaurant exists in this part of town. Their beef ribs are fairly big in size, but the meat was sort of tough and had a very "chemical" taste to it. Like their threw it on the grill at the last minute. The brisket is nice and tender, but doesn't possess much of a smoke ring. The BBQ sauce is a little on the sweet side for my taste; throw a little spice in there and it would probably be pretty tasty. If I'm in the area again, I would probably give it another shot since so many people have great things to say.
(2)
Joanne M.

Pulled pork sandwich is awesome!!!
(4)
Diane J.

I've had a lot of hit and misses here, I consistently order turkey dip, with the juicy thick slices of turkey and grilled onions on their crispy buttered french roll, mmmm! Other times I've had: Chicken noodle soup: is bangin' Macaroni and cheese: has this amazing al dente texture but needs more cheese flavor. BBQ pork or beef ribs: rich in flavor and comes off the bone easily BBQ chicken: is smoked so it tastes raw, I prefer it dry like in Ralph's deli Smoked hamburgers - sounds bad, right? tastes a little worse than McDonald's quality, please avoid it Red snapper veracruz - fish was pretty good in flavor and texture, it's not a regular item and comes as a daily special every once in a while I like to come here because the servers are super efficient and friendly. Also it's a meat lovers' paradise. It's a nice and casual restaurant to meet with friends or clients for lunch.
(4)
Wesley W.

Blakes has catered our employee appreciation lunch 2 years in a row and for good reason. The food is good and the service is excellent. They're very generous with their portions and no one leaves hungry. We had snow cones for dessert today which probably would have been awesome last week when it was over 100 degrees. Anyway, if you're in the OC and you need someone to cater your party at home or at work, give these guys a try.
(4)
Jason H.

I had not tried Blake's in a few years but had been meaning to get back. I finally was able to drop by, pick up some food and head home. The highlights were the chopped brisket and the baby backs. Both were excellent. The brisket being intense and the baby backs having a nice subtlety. The pulled pork and sweet potato fries were not far being. They managed to get the fries nice a crispy while still maintaining the sweet potato flavor. On the other hand, the cole slaw (zero taste) was terrible and the baked beans were marginal (too sweet). But I didn't think I should knock it down an entire star just because of the peripherals.
(4)
Chris L.

Always great food and service, as long as you are in the mood for BBQ. They pretty much have nothing else.
(5)
Scott B.

On my way back home with 2 hungry kids and a busy wife, I decided to pop into Blakes because of you yelpers. Since I am used to paltry portions at exhorbitant prices at other bbq joints, I opted for the family meal deal ($45?) and figured that would be the correct amount of food per person. Oh my gosh. 2 weeks later, I think there are still ribs in my fridge. If this is a meal for 4, it must be for 4 people on an atkins diet who have gone a week without eating. Flintstone sized portions. Superb chicken, man-sized ribs, and excellent brisket. Funky location unless industrial warehouse views is your thing, but definitely a local hangout...I saw 5 or 6 local undercover cops shooting the poo. Great takeout, but I wouldn't come here for your romantic evening.
(4)
KC S.

Just moved into the neighborhood and looking for some hearty food after a weekend of moving... Blakes popped up on yelp so we decided to try it! Awsome find : D we had the blakes big rib plate and it feed two hungry people without a problem! The baby back rib and beef ribs where yumm-srumm-delish!!! Baked beans and Cole slaw where also a must try!!! We will b back to try the pulled pror, brisket, and mac and cheese!!! This rating may change pending on these items!!!
(4)
Christopher M.

I have never had a better pulled pork sandwich in my life. I love this place. I travel 30 miles just to eat here, it's worth it.
(5)
I B.

Love the BBQ here. Always good and I have been coming here for at least 15 years. Blake's only gets better with time.
(5)
Michelle R.

BBQ pulled pork was super yummy! So good!! Bit more expensive then some other places, but still worth it if you want good BBQ. Mac and cheese was just ok and I don't do cole slaw so? Definitely in my top five BBQ places. I'll be back.
(4)
Ryan G.

My family has been coming to Blake's for years, but I just don't see the attraction. I've tried their brisket, beef ribs, chicken, and turkey. Of those items, the only noteworthy and repeatable one is the beef ribs. All of the other meats tend to lack smoke flavor, are dried out, and just aren't very good. Coleslaw is mediocre, and garlic bread is nothing special. Sauces are decent, but there is a lot more to BBQ than good sauce. Also, after their last price increase their catering prices are now higher than Lucilles, which has far superior food. I really, really want to like this place given the hole in the wall family-owned aspect, but it just doesn't do it for me.
(2)
Julie T.

Get the meat and pass on the sides. How did I miss this place when I've lived in Anaheim all my life? The pulled pork was really good, and I'm looking forward to trying the other meats like the chicken wings, tri tip and the ribs! They have affordable sandwiches for about $8-12. I had "the beast", which is about $20. This is huge! You can attempt to eat it all in half an hour and get it for free, but it is impossible for me....and I have a huge stomach! This sandwhich is half pulled pork and half pulled chicken which was good, but the pulled pork was better. So, i would pass on "the beast" and get a pulled pork sandwich or try the other meats which look realllly good, too. -DON'T get the Mac and cheese and the potato salad -DON'T get the fries and onion rings.There is something about the batter that retains all the oil. Too oily for me, I felt gross after eating it.
(4)
Minerva T.

Seems weird to call this place a cafe as the name states it to be. It's a barbecue joint - why would you call it a cafe? Anyhow, I came across here when I needed to get dinner really quick before going to see a movie with Duke D.. We found out that it is literally down the street from where I work so we stopped by based off of Yelp reviews. It had a nice atmosphere to it. I didn't have my camera with me so used my phone for my snap of our plate (sorry for the poor quality). We shared a plate of the beef ribs and pulled pork which came with sides of coleslaw and baked beans. Typical barbecue fare indeed! It came with yummy garlic bread. I found the pulled pork to be pretty decent and the sides good, especially the baked beans. As for the ribs themselves, I haven't had beef ribs before so I don't know if it was because it was beef or just because of the cooking but I was disappointed that the meat didn't peel easily away from the bone. It was just okay ribs and sauce. Unfortunately, I've lived in "the South" for a while and have also visited St. Louis for ribs so perhaps it's unfair. Since I haven't had many ribs here in Orange County, I don't have a good comparison point; it was fair though. It made us full enough. I'd like to come back for their lunch specials and other types of ribs before overjudging!
(3)
Will W.

OK, so your in Anaheim and and you just spent a small fortune on those tickets and looking for that pre game meal to that Ducks or Angels game and don't want to spend alot of money for good BBQ, try Blake's. The BBQ at Blake's is always good and comes to you fresh. Service is fast and friendly. Why spend close to $20 for a hot dog, nachos, and a bottle of water (best example of that is Staple Center in downtown LA)? When you can do Blake's and call it a "tailgate". Let me know what you think :)
(4)
Josh M.

I loved this. Totally out of the way spot in Placentia, but very friendly & delicious stuff. They also serve the local Fullerton microbrew Bootleggers... so now I've got another place I need to visit!
(4)
Michael G.

This place is awesome. The variety of excellent food choices is impressive. My favorite right now is the trio. 3 half sandwiches in a French roll, pulled pork, chicken and beef. Also try the beast and the hot wings! !
(5)
Bob T.

I've been here about 5 times, and have enjoyed it each time, they may be 4 - 4.5 stars for me - but I have saved a little room to go higher on other places, kinda like the first person who competes in a judged Olympic event - they tend to get a lower score to leave room for something spectacular to come - luckily, I can upgrade this rating if some of the other highly rated places don't impress me. I have decided that my favorite BBQ items are beef ribs and pulled pork - so those are my points of reference for rating. Right now Blake's is in the lead!! Quick Breakdown - Beef Ribs - 5 stars Pulled Pork - 5 stars Mac and Cheese - 3.5 stars Sweet potato fries - 4 stars Sauce - 5 stars Bread - 2 stars Service/cleanliness/atmosphere - 5 stars Had a great meal here with Yelper Chad A. If you haven't been there - Blake's is very casual, you order at a counter and they bring your food to you. They have a comfortable patio with bench seating and a TV - I prefer sitting out there. Blake's also has it's own sauces - regular and spicy, along with it's own hot sauce - all were quality, and had a great balance of flavor, whatever your personal tastes are you'll find an winner! Service was great - a couple servers came out and checked on us several times - the owner came out an asked us how our meal was as well, we talked to him a bit about other BBQ experiences and shared other thoughts with him - it was evident that he cared about what we were saying, and the way his business compares to others. The food - The Beef ribs were big and meaty - they are rubbed, smoked and sauced - which leaves them moist - not dry at all. Here's a link to a pic of my meal - photo courtesy of Chad A. - Thanks Chad! yelp.com/biz_photos/AEdNâ€¦ The best thing about the ribs were the balance of flavors, tender meat, a little fat (which is ok), smoked with out being overly smokey - and a nice balanced (sweet w/ spicy) sauce. Pulled pork was very good - similar to Scotties - great flavor. Sides were good/average nothing bad, nothing great to report. Bread was a little sad - it was cool that it came with the meal, but it seemed like an afterthought - maybe make a nice garlic or cornbread and have it as an optional upgrade. I would like them to offer a couple of beers on tap - ShockTop or Blue Moon would work really well with their food, imo. This is a great place - my favorite at this point, friendly and close enough to my house - I know I will be a regular - it's going to take something exceptional to knock them off the top spot of this tour.
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Jack D.

We went back for the ribs today. Awesome! They were super smoky and tender with a nice bark. For dessert, we had another rack of the baby back. They were that good. For sides, we had beans, coleslaw and french fries with ranch dressing. All items were delicious. Brian, the manager, was very friendly. Again, he really takes care of his customers. We will definitely be back.
(5)
Cristina S.

My fiancÃ© and I love this place! This place is great, a little small not ideal for big parties. There a couple of dishes that are my fav. -Buffalo chicken salad -BBQ chicken sandwich -Southwestern chicken salad -Pulled pork pile (I don't eat pork, but when I tried this it was amazing) -baby back ribs! This place is great for lunch or dinner. (It does tend to get really busy during lunch)
(5)
Stacie B.

I have loved blake's since I was little. The garlic bread and BBQ wings are unbeatable! Definitely worth a try if you are in the area.
(5)
Kenneth L.

The coworkers decided to go here for lunch because they are one of our clients at where I work. Located in an industrial area you'd be surprised by how busy this place gets during lunch. The whole place was packed! Though it was a small location and probably seats about 80 people total. Decided to go for what i thought was a lighter meal instead turned into a put me to sleep this BBQ was dank meal. I opt for the trio meal that comes with 3 half sandwiches of pulled pork, chicken, and beef. My oh my this was good. The buns these meat sat on was good and addictive. It was toasted perfectly and had this taste I couldn't describe lol maybe it's butter or something. I also tried their chicken wings (which I think is hard to find legit wings due to me being spoiled with buffalo chicken wings but these were filled with flavors and meat). I would solely eat just the chicken wings here (that's how good they are). What turned out to be a great experience however I need to come back and try the ribs to see how great of a BBQ place it really is
(4)
Jessica V.

The food here is pretty good. I've had it once before at my bf's sister's house so I was excited to have it again. Service was extremely quick on a Saturday afternoon. We were a group of 5. We ordered and our food literally came out within 5 minutes. I've tried the baby back ribs, bbq chicken, bbq wings, macaroni and cheese, beans, tri tip, garlic bread, and other items that I can't remember... but everything was satisfying.
(3)
Anh T.

great food and very friendly servers. awesome local restaurant and satisfied by bbq craving!
(4)
Nxiong X.

Dry old ribs that look and taste like left overs from yesterday. Worst ribs I've ever eaten. So disappointed.
(1)
Jo N.

Attended an event over the weekend that was catered by Blake's and it was fantastic! Pulled pork, brisket, beans, you name it, all deelish! Can't wait to go to their restaurant. Yum!
(5)
Robert A.

I was recommended by a fellow Yelper to try this place because of the price and BBQ types. No doubt in my mind that this place has good food written all over it. I tried the trio dish, which gave me a little bit of everything and I really enjoyed the meat (pulled pork, chicken and brisket). I genuinely believe it is the sauce that makes the meat tender and flavorful. The price for the food items are great. I walked in a bit over whelmed, but the server helped me and pointed me in the right direction. You order and sit and wait for your food to be brought out to you. You can pour as much of the BBQ sauce (house sauce) as you want and even try the spicy version of it. The coleslaw is really creamy and has great taste. Everyone seems to be jolly and happy when eating here. I noticed there is a big patio outside, which can fit large groups. You can also sit inside, but it was busy and packed during lunch time.
(4)
Julie K.

Love love love Blake's The chopped brisket is amazing. The onion rings ..... Mmmmm those are yummy!!! Can't wait for my next trip!!!
(5)
Marisa T.

Came here for the first time tonight :) This is a great neighborhood gem! Blake's is a step up in it's category of casual dining. Staff is very friendly, knowledgeable and accommodating. We had some questions and I was impressed with the suggestions of the gentleman taking our order. They brought our daughter a highchair before we even had to ask. Our food came out so quick...big plus! Keyword: daughter in highchair means we have to eat a lot faster now lol. What was for dinner tonight: My fiance and I shared the pulled pork sandwich, ribs/brisket combo, and some sides of mac & cheese, baked beans and coleslaw. Wow - everything was great from the seasoning to...everything! The brisket was top notch. Well done, guys. Even the baked beans, which we are both not normally fans of, were a huge hit! Especially impressive was the amount of bacon-yum. I loved the coleslaw - it tasted fresh and not to heavy in the dressing. This was a great refreshment from the hot sauces we added to our meats hahaha. Our friends were with us and they equally loved their dishes. The whole time we were there the staff was so professional. They interacted with us, checked on us, cleared our table, and asked us if we needed anything. Management is doing something right. Keep up the great work and don't change a thing! We are moving soon but we can't wait to make the trip back to Blake's :) Sincerely, One happy mama!
(5)
ÃŸenjÃ¤min Ã„.

Went out if way based off reviews and unfortunately most of the past reviewers are idiots. These must be the same ones that think In N Out makes the best burger. It is what it is. Not the best not the worst. Fatty brisket, dry pork. Ribs bland. I wont be back.
(2)
David S.

You couldn't ask for a better business model. One of only a handful of eateries in a sea of business parks and industrial complexes. As busy as it is, the staff and service are on point. Twice while eating my delicious BBQ lunch, a staff member came over to make sure everything was tasting good and if I was happy. Very friendly and clean. Given the location, they really don't need to be. And that says everything. Check it out! They cater too.
(5)
Thom S.

It's nice to know there are some food challenges that are designed for the more common human beings among us who enjoy both good food and a little challenge to go on the side. One such haven of attainable gustatory fame is Blake's Place in Anaheim and Los Alamitos, CA. They are a full fledged pit smoked BBQ cafe and catering operation that doesn't skimp on the good stuff. Besides serving some of the most tender and succulent smoked meats, to literally more than a million guests since opening in 1996, eating there is just plain fun. Plus, there's "the Beast". It's a two and a half pound mound of pulled pork, pulled BBQ chicken, chopped beef brisket, coleslaw, sliced red onion, pickles and BBQ sauce served on an enormously oversized bun. They stick a couple of skewers in the monster to keep it together (I think they look like antennae) and there you have it. If you choose to take the challenge - finish everything on your plate in 20 minutes - and succeed ,you get a tee shirt (see below). And if you break the record you get the sandwich, a $15.99 value, for free. If you want, you can even go for a DOUBLE. You won't believe you ate the whole thing, and loved it!
(5)
Des L.

I ordered their Beef Brisket dip sandwich. I was very happy about my sandwich. I was even more impressed with the excellent service from the workers. My bf's family & I tried it for the 1st time last night and everyone was very happy. Glad we checked out this spot!!
(5)
Phillip C.

I ordered the Monster sandwhich which I couldn't finish. It contains a 2lbs meat mixture of brisket, Pork, and Chicken. The meat was very tender and juicy. The bbq sauce was really good and the bread they used tasted really good. I liked the coleslaw they put in the sandwich. But it would have been better if it was on the side instead on inside the sandwich. After sampling the turkey I have come to the conclusion that it's better to order that. They definitely know how to do their turkey here. It was very juicy and almost tasted like jerk turkey. For Thanksgiving this year I know exactly where I'm getting my turkey.
(4)
Mike M.

After moving back to California from Colorado, we have had a difficult time finding a BBQ restaurant to match our favorite BBQ restaurant in Colorado. Blake's is the closest we have found so far. Good food, good service and nice sized portions.
(4)
Raechelle S.

I have to say that I was quite disappointed in this location. I was not impressed with the food by any means and would not go back to this location. I have been to Blakes Place BBQ in Los Alamitos and thought it was really good, in fact it's the only place we go when we want BBQ food as I haven't found anything better as of yet...
(2)
Lisa D.

this place is a hidden gem in the middle of an industrial street! free cookie with a check in on yelp [oatmeal raisin, chocolate chip, and white chocolate mac] order first and they bring it out to you. they go around checking if everything is okay as well. i see lots of smiles on their faces! that must mean that they enjoy what they do and the company treats them well. i dig the corn. they have butter but you'll have to ask for it. [i had to ask twice cause they forgot the first time]. my friends said the beans were good. sweet potato fries.. well you just can't go wrong with that! the chicken wings were good! esp, the sauce they marinate it in. the chicken breast was not bad as well. i came here with three other people and no one had any complaints! they have an outdoor area for private events. plenty/spacious parking lot. one bathroom for both gender to share. i would say its a must try. i asked for a cup of water. but there's no lid that fits in the water cup so i had to toss my water. although i really wanted to take it to-go. the menu is overhead and i wished the font was a little bigger so i can see/read. the place is pretty clean. one of the downfalls is when you're dining in the tables/chairs are close to each other. which doesn't make a lot of walking room. the tables are small so its hard to fit your bucket of bones, drinks, plates, and condiments. i would like to see it a tad bigger so there would be more room for all of the good food in front of me! the breakdown: phil's bbq [sd], blake's place cafe [anahiem], & last place goes to lucille.
(4)
Nick H.

There is not a really good BBQ place in the OC anywhere. I probably would think this place was good, too..if I never ate at Woody's or Bludso's. My meat was dry..super dry. My sides were mediocre. The pork was not very flavorful. The sauce, in general, was mediocre. The service was rude and they called me Dick (my name is Nick). Kevin and Rock at Bludsos knew my name since my first visit. I am sorry. I love the OC so much but BBQ sucks here. I wish Bludso's would open a second spot over here. Wishing Bludso's would open shop in the OC.........
(2)
Jim A.

Hi, I like Blakes. The BBQ is quite good. The beef ribs are my favorite ~ all be it a bit on the pricey side. The trio of sandwiches are also high on my recommend list. The BBQ sauce is very tasty. Not too spicy and not too sweet. Available at the table and you can use as much as you would like. The sides are ok. Wish the beans were a little better. Not too much inside seating but they seem to do a very healthy take out business so seating inside has never really been a problem. They is also an enclosed patio. Give Blakes a try... you will not be disappointed.
(4)
Dennis N.

Had this catered to us today. DELICIOUS BBQ!! The brisket cuts are sooooooo delicious--the sauce is tangy and has a lot of different hints of flavor all mixed in (kinda smokey). You know how sometimes you get brisket and it's 90% fat? It's delicious but DUDE, seriously when there's that much fat, every bite is like a landmine of cardiac arrest waiting to unload it's wrath on you! Well w/ Blake's the Brisket is about 85% lean/moist meat and 15% fat that just adds a great kick to each bite. The shredded chicken is very moist as well. BBQ chicken can sometimes be overdone, especially when shredded since so much of the juices are compromised (in my opinion). The Blake's chicken maintained flavor and texture. Even though I'm not a big chicken guy, I fell in love w/ this chicken and actually prefer it heavily to some of the pulled pork I've had in the past. I don't understand we got so many slices of bread either... 4 loaves!! Boy it's a lot, so much that it got me creative! I started making Brisket sandwiches and chicken sandwiches... YUM. The BBQ is real easy to eat, nothing attached to the bone w/ what we got, you can pick up a fork, skip the napkins and have an incredibly fulfilling meal. As far as service went, I was around to witness the catering hand-off and the Blake staff was very polite and helpful... actually helped us set up the dining area as well--GREAT service, GREAT food, and GREAT leftovers from the office... I got some brisket waiting for me tomorrow--Bwhahaha! (Maniacal)
(5)
Daren J.

We had beef brisket and beef ribs, with the beans and mac & cheese for our sides. To sum things up: TERRIBLE. The meat was moist and tender, but there was ZERO FLAVOR! Have these guys heard of seasoning? Salt? Pepper maybe? On top of that, the sides were flavorless too. I ended up throwing almost everything away. Ironically enough, the only thing with actual seasoning was the garlic bread (the best part of the meal, I guess???). I was severely disappointed as this place came highly recommended. This is a place to go if you don't know REAL BBQ. AVOID. AVOID. AVOID. Try Johnny Reb's or even Famous Dave's before coming here. Bottom line: If you have ever eaten Bar-B-Que outside of CA, DO NOT EAT HERE!
(1)
Tobi U.

We go to this restaurant on a regular basis. The service is great!! The food always comes out fast and hot. I like the beef ribs a lot. My wife loves the beef brisket and gets the same sandwich every time we go there. We have been going to this restaurant the last five years and have never had a bad meal. A few of our friends go on a regular basis and love the food.
(4)
Carolyn W.

It's a good place with plenty of outdoor seating. I would say the prices were a little steep, but the portions are huge. I thought it was good for a quick bbq lunch.
(4)
Liz L.

Been a while since I've tried this place so i don't remember what exactly i got but it was delicious! & I'm not even that crazy about ribs. The staff was really friendy too, def recommend trying!
(4)
Alex G.

ARE YOU KIDDING ME!!!!!!! This place puts all others to shame! The brisket melts in your mouth. No need to BBQ sauce there. The ribs are competition quality. Not overcooked. Bites like a cookie. I'd recommend the cook de-skirts them, to allow the awesome seasoning to penetrate the bone. I could keep going, but you should just eat here instead of being disappointed elsewhere.
(5)
Kim C.

Everything on the menu - from the sliced meat plates, to the sandwiches, to the salads, and side orders - is GREAT! The BBQ sauce is fantastic & is what sets it apart from other local BBQ places (see my review for Beach Pit BBQ) in my opinion. It's located in an industrial park but it's really easy to find. The inside dining room is small but there's also a covered outside patio with heaters. Great for take-out & catering too.
(4)
Rich D.

Busy place. However on a Friday lunch rush I still got my sandwich in less than 5 mins. You guys rock. My sandwich Hot and tender. Fries were fresh cooked and hot. Try the spicy BBQ is great. Very clean restaurant and friendly staff. Tip: If you in a rush and there is a line, don't worry you will be taken care of. I highly recommend this place, I have been eating here for over 10 years.
(5)
Paul W.

I just did a road trip through texas, now back at work in Anaheim, was craving some real Texas BBQ, googled to see if such a thing existed, found Blakes, drove over there yesterday to check it out for lunch. Plenty of things on the menu including "the beast" - a massive 3 meat sandwich! I settled for the pulled pork sandwich and OMG X 10.. It was just like Christopher M said in his review, i have NEVER had a better pulled pork sandwich in my life, it was just delicious from the first bite to the last. If you need a BBQ fix, go there for sure ! I am going to take all the guys from work there next, they have tables that can seat 10 or so.
(5)
Grace K.

Had it catered at work, got the Signature BBQ salad with pulled pork. Everything was fresh and crisp except the pulled pork of course. Very generous portions.
(4)
Josh S.

Came back again, had the spare ribs and onion rings. Damn good o-rings. The spare ribs were flinstones dinosaur size. So big. A half of rack ended up being like 7 bones and enough for 2 people. Highly recommend them. Baby backs for the next trip. Good "Q" spot.
(5)
Earl S.

I wasn't impressed with the ribs (sampled all of them), as they were tougher and lacked flavor compared to my benchmark. The smoked chicken was quite good, and Blake's BBQ sauce is a great compliment to their fries and bread. Price is a little high for the portions and/or meat quality. I'd go back, but probably opt for the pulled pork because it requires less dedication to perfection than ribs to be good.
(3)
Tim K.

Had heard about the Anaheim Blake's from a friend as a decent BBQ place. I stumbled across the one in Los Alamitos and decided to give it a try. I was eager to try it out as of late, I have been VERY displeased with other "Famous" BBQ chains. The "Famous" one, specifically in Orange has recently been very bad and way over priced for the portion sizes. I ordered the Blake's BBQ combo plate and shared it with my family of 4. The portions were great for the price. We had plenty to take home and enjoy the next day! The Staff (Especially Sandy) was very warm and friendly. They make you feel welcome and take pride in what they do. Overall we all enjoyed the food. I will say I was not "Wow'd" by it. With that said, it was good old BBQ. Everything had decent flavor and was very moist and cooked well. I will definitely be a regular when I do not feel like firing up my own smoker!!
(4)
Kris B.

This place always makes me happy! There's nothing like a big plate of pork to turn your frown upside down! I also really appreciate the friendly service - we have never had a bad experience here. They still do the free Pork Pile sandwich for your birthday when you join their e-club - but really who needs an excuse for good barbecue!
(4)
Sean S.

Real smoked bbq that is hard to find in this area. The prices are reasonable too. If you want awesome spare ribs, it's hard to beat Blake's. Their brisket isn't that great however, so I'd stick with the ribs or chicken. They do cater, and those services are good as well.
(4)
Bj R.

Well I guess I'll be the lone wolf out here who doesn't consider Blakes to be the mecca of bbq in socal. I drove here from Huntington Beach based on all the positive feedback o Yelp and although it was "good" - I would not make the treck across town to eat here again. Pulled pork sandwich - pork was dryish - it needed more sauce which they have on the table. The sauce is great the roll is really good that it's served on, but then its not about the bread is it. Brisket - very little flavor, did not pull apart like it should, it was tough - I would not order it again expect to see if I got a bad batch. Didn't really taste all that smokey Sausage - meh, just a Kielbasa sausage cooked in a smoker - tasted the same as the Hillshire Farms sausage you can buy and cook on the bbq at home. I usually am a huge fan of bbq sausage - would not order again. Ribs - I had the spare ribs - again they seemed a little underdone - meat did not just pull off the bone like it should - doesn't look there is any rub on them, not much flavor except for the sauce I had to slather over the top of them. Here' the deal - I would choose Lucilles BBQ over Blakes any day, and that's just a chain. Blakes needs to get those smokers out in front of me...let me smell it cooking, let me see yo pulling juicy meat out of the oven. We are so desperate in SoCal for for real good bbq that everyone thinks that this is the most amazing stuff ever. I apologize but it's just not that good.
(2)
Sidney S.

I know my husband really loves me because he takes me to have ribs. He says I'm the only girl he ever took out who actually ate anything on her plate, as opposed to pushing it around -- Julia Barr And yes, that's the type of girl I like too...one who can eat without being self-conscious or pretentious about a meal. One who can definitely enjoy some ribs :) Alas, I was dateless this night when I met up with Yelp friend Lori M, her BF and their daughter. I took along my son Aaron as we were having a BBQ food throw-down between the kids. Unfortunately my son was completely over-matched. While he tried a variety of meats, he never could find one he really liked so he had to sit this competition out. My friend's daughter on the other hand, devoured Flintstones Brontosaurus sized beef ribs like a zombie devouring a fat tub of goo like Rush Limbaugh. She was an unstoppable machine! Aaron was DOA in this contest...although he did beat her in a fun game of Quirkle later on in the evening. That's the way to salvage your manhood boy :) I did try practically every meat on the menu (A Quirkle of six meats indeed!) in order to give a fair and representative take on my first appearance here...ribs are definitely the best item as I enjoyed the beef & pork ribs very much. Nice smoky flavor, high quality beef/pork used...definitely an honest rib. As an aside, for those who complain that the "ribs do not fall off the bone"; guess what...in true BBQ they are not supposed to fall off the bone! That's a myth. Fall off the bone means they are overcooked. You want an overcooked rib, go to Chili's. Also, I'm absolutely flabbergasted as a 100% American Male that another male reviewer marked Blake's down because this lack of a "falling off the bone" quality means one gets your hands and face messy while eating. Well duh Mr. Effeminate Pansy it's BBQ...first, you don't even know what is true BBQ quality and guess what, if you don't get messy with BBQ it's because you haven't started eating yet. Take your man purse and pedicure frequent buyer card self away from any BBQ joint because you are embarrassing us real men. The nine year old girl eating the happy cow ribs knows what the score is. On the next level behind the ribs were other smoked meats like pulled pork, pulled chicken and turkey breast. They were all solid, good choices as were the baked beans, garlic bread, chocolate chip cookies and mac n cheese. Least successful was the beef brisket which was a dry, smoky mess, and not in a good way. Lower quality beef cooked to the consistency of fine shoe leather. I thought the beef was going to be my son's edge in the eating war but it just was not very good. Not recommended at all. Service was friendly and chatty. It looks like there may be more Blakes opening up in the future. Good for them...this is solid BBQ...certainly better than most other places in Orange County and yes, I know that is faint praise. Blakes transcends that faint praise for sure. Prices are par for the course and certainly cheaper than a chain like Lucille's. No comments on drink or beer list as we brought our own. I don't know if we were charged corkage this time, but, it is normally $5.00. We brought our own and once again Pinot Noir showed how versatile it is as a food accompaniment choice. A brawny 2007 Foley from Santa Rita Hills went well with the bigger meats while an elegant, feminine 2008 Brewer-Clifton (real men can write such descriptive sentences while getting messy while eating) Mt. Caramel Pinot held its own with everything. Blake's is highly recommended for ribs...recommended for other smoky meats except the beef brisket. Just try and eat the food like a man...or a certain bad-ass 9 year old girl!
(4)
Lori M.

Perhaps years of being in the land of pork lovers has biased me. Or it may be my cattle country upbringing. Either way, beef ribs are my rib of choice. So, I judge BBQ joints by their beef ribs. After all, a pork rib is just a tiny rib, right? One cool spring eve, my bf and I found ourselves hankering for a pile of rib-goodness. Where to go? We stumbled across Blake's Place while making our way through Yelp reviews. Hey, we exclaimed, that place is just over yonder! We hitched up our giddy-up and moseyed on over. Bellying up to the counter, we studied the menu like cow hands after a long drive. Simultaneously ravenous and picky, we ordered. Then we sat. Then we got up and ordered more. After all, these beef ribs could be tiny, right? When the hombre settled the plates afore us, a mere glance confirmed that we'd rustled up more than we could chew. These beef ribs are beefy! The mound of wings was a true heap. But we were not to be cowed! Napkins ready, we dove in. It was sure to be a fight. And we lost. Sitting back, wanting to loosen our cinches, we smiled with satisfaction. Blake's doesn't skimp. Their portions are plenty. Their ribs are smoked to perfection, sauced just right, and no thin steer. Wings? I loved them. The bf wasn't sure. However, just to see who is right (and to get another helping of those ribs) we came back a few days later with our little food critic in training for some chow at Blake's. She loved the wings. If you find yourself hankering for more than your fill of tender, tasty ribs, stop by Blake's. This is a bonafide gizzard-pleasing place. Just drink a toast to the gents manning the smoker and get ready to eat your fill.
(5)
Robert L.

Update 8/09/2013: My initial review for Blake's wasn't a positive one, as I was misinformed by a cashier lady who didn't know their own contest rules, and told me that The Beast Challenge is to beat the current record holder, which is 4 min 7 seconds. Needless to say, I walked away disappointed because took me 18 minutes to eat it. Owner replied to my initial review, apologized & clarified "The Beast" challenge is still "ON" & I was misinformed by their cashier. He was kind enough to have an XL size shirt delivered to my office since I ate The Beast in 18 minutes. So for the record, The Beast Challenge is very much alive & ongoing. Give it a try, you just might be surprised how much you can eat when the food is great. I am glad the owner stepped right in & took care of the matter in utmost professional manner.
(4)
Sara S.

I realized when I was telling a friend about this place that I've never written a review. We are fans. The tri-tip is delicious, the smoked chicken wings are delicious, the ribs are delicious, it's all delicious. Well, except the mac-n-cheese. They lose a star because the mac-n-cheese is weird and not very good. But the meat and the baked beans are good enough to get me to come back again and again.
(4)
Gilbert A.

This is some decent BBQ nice people and fast service. I got a half slab of spare ribs and found myself wishing it had a little more bark but other than that great place.
(4)
Teresa P.

I wanted to bring Dad some BBQ. And GMIT was hungry. Blake's is in an industrial (read: warehouse) area, and the storefront is a tad indistinguishible from the street. GMIT and I shared the Big Rib Plate, which comes with pork spare ribs, baby back ribs, a beef rib, BBQ beans, cole slaw, french fries, and garlic bread. The meat was quite good, its BBQ more suburban than soul. Meaty, not fatty, tender meat. The sauce was nice - not too sweet, not too spicy, not to vinegary - a good all-around sauce. The french fries were also good, but horrible when cold, so eat them quickly. The beans were sweet, and just okay. Cole slaw was heavy on the vinegar. GMIT is a slaw connoisseur, and she wouldn't eat it. Finally, the garlic bread - blech. The Big Rib Plate is a lot of food. GMIT and I couldn't finish all that meat, although we tried. (and that's besides not wanting to finish the sides). In short - Blake's has really good meat dragged down by so-so side dishes. Note - the place is open earlier on Sundays, when those other OC BBQ joints are still closed, so you can get your BBQ on at a true lunch time.
(3)
Lauren G.

As promised, I went back to Blake's to remind my taste buds before the Yelp review. For whatever reason this morning the memory of Blake's Place popped in my head....a quick text to my boyfriend and the plans were set in motion. Located on Miraloma between Blue (Red?) Gum and Kramer, across from my favorite VW mechanic, is an unassuming little building nestled in an industrial park. From the small parking lot you can see the covered patio strung with colored lights. Inside is a pretty large menu mapping your way through the OC BBQ version of Candy Mountain (nobody got the reference? awww....) There is a cooler boasting cobblers and banana puddings and about a dozen varieties of bottle beer. After a few minutes of staring slack jawed at the menu we opted to split a full rack of baby back ribs with two soft drinks. The cashier offered to split it on two plates which was awful nice. Total came to $24.00. We took our Styrofoam cups out to the patio, grabbed an ash tray and took a seat. There was a small TV mounted in the corner and KLOS or something to that effect being piped in. Not even 10 minutes later the cashier appeared with two plates and a small pail filled with plastic forks and knives. Surprisingly enough the sides had been doubled to accommodate our split: baked beans and a crisp cole slaw. From that point forward we spoke very little to one another as we devoured the tender juicy ribs and tangy beans. I don't like BBQ sauce but I love my ribs drenched in it here. We sat back rubbing our food baby bellies and marveled at how we could be so full and satisfied for under $25.00 for two people. On the way out we scoped the wall of fame of people famously (and disgustingly) scarfing down the 2lb Beast in under 20 minutes. Be back soon with my new Yelp friends Greg R. and Jaime J.
(5)
H A.

My friend found this place in an industrial neighborhood in Anaheim. This place is awesome!! The BBQ beef is smoked to perfection!!! I love their spicy BBQ sauce is Amazing!! If you are really hungry. Try their "Monster Challenge" its a huge sandwich packed with three kinds of meat. fries are good here too. I got the sweet potato fries and I was not disappointed. Parking was good on a sunday afternoon, but I am guessing but the taste of their food, this place is probably packed at lunch time during the work week. Try it out. I know I will again!
(5)
Lisa L.

If I die and go to Heaven someday, this is the food that will be served to me up in the clouds. We went here for the first time last night, and was PHENOMINAL!!! We started with the Spicy Chicken Wings. They were as good as, if not better than the ones my Hubby makes. And that's saying ALOT. My Hubby tried the Pulled Pork Sandwich. It was really good ( I got to steal a couple bites). I got the Blakes Big Rib Plate. It comes with Baby Back Ribs, Pork Spare Ribs, and a Beef Rib. As well as beans, garlic bread (YUM) and coleslaw. The Baby Back were my favorite by far, so next time I will just get those. The Beef Rib was awsome too. I didn't care much for the Spare Ribs, but that's just me. I dipped all of this deliciousness in their Spicy BBQ sauce, licked my fingers clean, and am counting the days till we can go back.
(5)
Nikki N.

Been here twice for lunch and it gets pretty crowded around 12 o'clock. Everyone's looking for that bbq break from the office. My co-workers always get the bbq trio, which comes with a pulled pork sandwich, a pulled chicken sandwich and a brisket sandwich with a side of coleslaw for like $9. Their brisket is pretty good, I never got to try the pulled chicken but their pulled pork sandwich is so tender and perfectly seasoned with the right amount of sauce, soooo good! I also tried the Blake's signature bbq salad which was also really good. A BIG order of mixed greens with tomato, cucumber, peppers and your choice of meat on top, awesome salad. I would like to come back and try their ribs sometimes, it looked good when I saw the waitress bringing the order out to other people at the other tables.
(4)
Brenda T.

It's yummy just a little pricey. The customer service is great, especially if you are there for lunch. The portions are huge!!!! Will I be returning? ehh if i am craving BBQ i guess.
(3)
Rosa P.

First time I came here was with a group of co-workers. We got there a bit passed noon and I didn't think we'd get back to work on time since there was a line. HOWEVER, don't ever doubt, Blake's! They were on the ball, super-quick! The food was delicious. I ordered the Beef Brisket sandwich the first time, then when we went again I got the Beef Brisket Pile (bigger than the other sandwich, filled me up more)... I love how their meat wasn't chewy or overcooked; it was just right. The prices aren't bad $10.** for my meal and a medium drink. They even have an oversided sandwich they call the BEAST (Slow Smoked Pulled Pork, Pulled BBQ Chicken, Chopped Beef Brisket, Cole Slaw, Pickle, Sliced Red Onion and Blake's BBQ sauce.)...look it up..its intimidating. I'll be taking my husband there to see if he can meet the challenge and get me a free T-shirt for Pajamas! :) I will mention that this place is a bit hard to find if you've never been here as it sits amongst industrial businesses, however, it was worth finding our way.
(5)
Margaret T.

Nice, roomy dining area with a lot of options to choose from & helpful staff when i needed advice on what to order! Came here twice thus far with my big bbq fan of a boyfriend as we were in the area and we had the pulled pork with tri tip and a side of mac & cole slaw... the food was good, nothing to complain about, but i dont think it's somethin we both would truly crave for in the future.. it was A-OK. this place serves your typical bbq (which isn't necessarily bad), but it doesn't stand out to me quite well... Sauce is thicker in consistency, which is a plus for me, but it doesn't hit my palette like POW!, epic bbq won me over on that one :)
(3)
Joanne C.

I know this is a BBQ place, but I give this place a 4 star just for the garlic bread. Everything else we ordered was yummy, but as soon as I bit into the garlic bread, I was HOOKED! Actually, the reason we ended up going here, was because of all the dang BBQ shows on the foodnetwork.... note to self: STOP WATCHING THAT CHANNEL! It makes me crave everything I see! My boyfriend and I shared a SMOKED MEAT PLATE - brisket, sausage, beans, coleslaw and GARLIC BREAD!!!! We also shared the BLAKE'S BIG PULLED PORK PILE which was HUGE! IT was pretty good, but we couldn't finish it. Love that we share our food all the time! Gives us the opportunity to try different things! Ice tea had this distinct flavor. I can't quite describe it at the moment, but it was good (I usually make comments about the ice tea, so that next time I'll remember if I liked it or not. One of my pet peeve is gross ice tea at restaurants). Service was great. It's a hidden gem, since it's in a business area. Great BBQ place in the area!
(4)
Ryan V.

This place needs no reviews. Excellent BBQ! Brisket sandwich is one of my favs. Give it a try! you wont be disappointed! Gearing up for "The Beast" challenge.
(5)
David L.

Best brisket I've had!
(4)
Reiko n.

I am quite happy with this place. I ordered the blakes sandwhich, this is a brisket sandwhich with au jus sauce and it also had onions. the cuts of brisket was thick and not at all thin. They provided alot of meat, and the sandwhich was a good size. I am a big eater so this filled me up for most of the day. My bf had the burrito with brisket to, he said it was great and it was also a good size, with alot of meat in it. Finally, the fries were just ok, but the ranch was super good so it made the fries good. O btw the mac and cheese or the other side stuff comes in a very little cup, like a big ketchup cup kinda size, so dont buy it. I was overall happy with the results, the meal costed about 21 dollars with fries and a coke. The meat was tender and the portions were great.
(4)
C R.

This place is really good and a pain the ass to get to and sit in to enjoy the yummy food. I was in the area and locals said this was the bee's knees. They were right, the food is really good. But the parking situation during the weekday lunch rush is crazy. They are in a corner of an office park with indoor and outdoor seating. The line was outside of the front door. You walk up to place your order and then find seating, which is either inside or outside. The place gets packed; therefore a sardine can situation occurs. They ask for your name and call to you when your order is ready; they bring the food to you. The server is great; everyone was very friendly to us. They drinks are self-serve. Get plenty of napkins, you will need them. In my lunch party we ended up all sharing some portion off each of our plates because the food was that good. The ribs really tender and the meat melt in your mouth. The pork loin was very moist, the brisket tender and savory. The chicken really tasty, the fries were nothing special as well as the beans. They do have salads. A note for the ladies, the restroom is only one and shared. It was clean so the staff must keep an eye on it. I will be back since I have a project in the area.
(4)
Luvinyaa C.

Great BBQ, supreme quality, and unbelievable prices (cheap for such yummy food). Only complaint is that the beef ribs were a little tough, but everything else is delicious! The employees are friendly and always checked up to make sure we had everything we need!
(5)
Barry F.

Reall good BBQ in an odd location. Very clean, friendly staff, Cafe setting, somthing for everyone.
(5)
Vince V.

If you are hungry, you can't beat thier meat. This little spot is the infamous blake's renowned for serving bbq pork, bbq beef and bbq chicken with great bbq flavor. People from all over Anaheim and other cities come to this place which becomes very crowded during lunch. On the semi-industrial/multiple business vendor area of Mira Loma avenue in between blue gum and red gum street in Anaheim lies Blakes Place. You will not find any gum here, just great meat along with sides, desert and drink. Enough parking since its in a striplet without specifically assigned parking. Many tables & chairs but usually filled up during rush hours. Call ahead for take out, call a day ahead for big orders. The staff is competent and for the most part freindly enough. The place looks clean and presentable with nice tables and pics on the wall. The wait can be long at times, usually best to call ahead. We picked up food for our dept party, what did we eat? steak beef brisket thinly slice and lightly flavored. Most people used the barbecue sauce to bring a really great sweet, savory taste to the meat. I took it plain, wrapped it in between the toasted, buttered bread and enjoyed a lightly salted sandwich with great meat portion. chicken some thought the breast were a bit dry, it was meant for dipping in bbq sauce, which i enjoyed, though it was a bit dry. the thighs were perfect. ribs I have had the ribs so many times except today. They are usually one of my most sinful desires. The taste is phenomenal with flavor in each bit and the meat comes off the bones, not right away though. bread was good, would have preffered a bit toastier. beans were bbq beans, did not have on this occasion, everyone else loved them. What we did not eat this time The wings, which I usually love, the cookies and the pulled pork which I like from many places. its pretty simple, want meat? come here!
(4)
Barry P.

This place is just okay. I don't understand the rave reviews, though. I used to live a few minutes away from this joint for 15 years, and I finally stopped by yesterday. It's not special! The ambience is nice ... for the area. I got a pulled pork sandwich and a drink. The price? Almost $12. Seriously? Yep, $8.69 or something for a pretty average pulled pork sandwich. Whatever. I've definitely had better bbq.
(3)
Michelle T.

My relatives came over and brought over a huge BBQ feast! We had leftovers for days! Pork was dry, but the ribs and chicken were pretty good. I liked their garlic toast and the bbq sauce was pretty good- but i'm not good judge of bbq sauce.. . I just had some bbq from Phils a couple of weeks ago, which i really enjoyed, so it's tough to find anything better after that! Sign up for their eclub and get a b-day treat!
(4)
Jason E.

It's not bad food, it's it's not great food. They cater at a reasonable price and even mediocre BBQ is better then none. The sad fact is that the price of real estate and cost of running a legitimate business in OC makes it difficult for a labor intensive product like BBQ to compete. Combine that with the OC lifestyle where Q is sought only periodically, and you have a recipe for a failed business. So kudos to Blake for making his business a success in this environment and in this economy. This leaves Blake's the best BBQ in Anaheim, that's because it's pretty much the ONLY BBQ in Anaheim. Blake's limbos with ease under this low bar. In fact, here in OC, there are very few BBQ places who can survive and Q is hard to find at all with only a handful of places churning it out, and good BBQ the likes of other areas of the country doesn't really exist. So in my opinion, this place will not satisfy anyone who has traveled to KC or the south or has attended a BBQ competition.
(2)
Steve K.

Fantastic pork ribs, the main thing I look forward to. Pretty awesome pulled pork sandwich, though I order it dry and add my own quantity of BBQ sauce to taste. I don't really like the brisket however, which is finely shredded and doused in sauce. But overall it's great quality food and plenty on the menu for my whole family. I look forward to stopping by anytime I'm in the area.
(4)
Jon N.

Actually, this was the second time we have been to Blake's. Here's the honest lowdown. I really like Blake's a lot! I had both sausage and brisket. The sausage was delicious... spicy and smoky. The brisket was not what I was hoping for. It had a great smoky taste but it wasn't as tender as I imagined it would be. My son got the Beast and it was all that. I'm not sure if I would enjoy something like that but he thought it was great. My wife had the pulled pork sandwich. I had a taste of the pork and thought it was very good. Blake's a solid choice but it might not be the absolute best BBQ we've had. Here's one of the differences why I think they are solid - they actually smoke the meat for up to sixteen hours. I know another rib joint in the OC (remaining nameless) that actually boils the ribs first then puts them on the grill. The one outstanding part of Blake's is the service. People were friendly and ready to help us. They came out at least twice to see how we were doing and if we enjoyed the food. I appreciated their welcoming attitude. We will be back!
(4)
Lindsay H.

Great food and clean location. Love how not everyone in the world knows about this place and makes it nice to come in and be able to find a seat (at least on the weekend). Ribs I had were tasty and moist and the baked beans are the best. FiancÃ© loved his pulled pork sandwich.
(4)
Lindsey C.

Fatty pork loin. Unremarkable bbqsauce. Beans good. Confused apple crisp... Over all ok experience.
(2)
Drew L.

I love this place! The food and service are just right. I have yet to be disappointed. Once when a rib wAs over cooked, I told the staff and they replaced and gave me additional ribs. That is service! Thanks Blake's Place for a rib place I can count on.
(5)
G V.

Meh it's ok. Pricey for the portions. Gotta be in the mood for smoke/BBQ. Buffalo stuff there has given me and a few buds the chachies. No bueno. Friendly staff, clean joint. So I tried another poultry product today, not spicy and it did the same thing. Blakes is getting one star cuz the poultry products have successfully given me the chachies....once again. Uh, no mas amigos. I feel like I just had a nice big glass of fresh tap water.....in TJ. "um yeah I'd like the 11 dollar chachie sangwich w fries" Bleeachk. I got dumb and dumber butt, twice....:-(
(1)
Alan G.

Super lunch BBQ lunches are filling and delicious Give it a try and you'll go back Priced well - people and service is kind and fast!
(3)
R. Z.

Really good bbq! Large portions. i usually get the sandwich trio which is actually enough for 2 people. I love the wings here. You can get them bbq, spicy bbq or spicy. Staff is always friendly.
(4)
Bart S.

Never disappointed other than I try to eat more than I should. Always get the onion rings - forget the fries/rings combo you'll end up with a plate of fries wishing you had more rings. The fries are good, but the rings are just awesome. Pulled pork is the way to go, but brisket and everything else is good too. Found them years ago through their catering which is absolutely the best.
(5)
Sandra O.

Love this place! Pork sandwich is the best! Delicious BBQ sauce - spicy one is my favorite. Wings are good - smaller in size now though than a couple years ago.
(5)
Kaliko K.

After watching bbq specials on the food network all day, found this place on yelp. It's in an industrial park, we went on a Sunday and it was still pretty busy! The staff was very friendly, and the food was damn good. The portions are large, I took most of my meal home, I got the sandwich trio and was only able to finish 1. Highly recommended!!
(4)
Cynthia A.

I LOVE BBQ! Its my favorite food! This place is a little hidden I would of never found it if it wasn't for my mom! As soon i walked in the smell hit me, it smells delicious! The BBQ was sooo good! & the staff were super friendly, even though they were super busy! I will be returning here!(:
(5)
Gary P.

This place is a neighborhood gem set in an industrial park. I used to have them cater Christmas lunches for my company so I thought I would give it a try pick-up on Father's Day. The brisket, ribs and chicken were awesome tightly sealed to maintain the heat with that great smoked flavor. The only down side was the ordering & pickup. I never received a confirming order that they wanted me to confirm. It took two phone calls on Saturday before I got a call back. Upon pick-up the pulled pork was missing. i had asked for the sauce on the side but it was mixed in. When I asked for the bbq sauce they said I had to buy the bottle even though I asked it on the the side for the pulled pork.
(4)
Leah R.

I've been back to Blake's with kids now, and they also loved the fries and sandwiches. Their streak of very flavorful tender beef brisket has continued.
(5)
Alfredo J.

I found this place on yelp and decided to give it a go. I had a pulled pork BBQ sandwich which was good but I honestly expected a little more. Maybe I ordered the wrong meal. Plus this place was kinda hard to find for me. I recommend giving it a try and deciding for yourself.
(3)
Dennis K.

Never disappointed! Great bbq place in industrial park that doesn't disappoint. Had brisket sandwich.
(5)
Lauren M.

This place has HUGE portions, so be prepared to leave in pain or take a doggy bag home. I had the pulled pork sandwich and the meat was a litttttle on the drier side, but it was supplemented well with their delicious sauce. The coleslaw was also a great touch. Its creamy juices mingled with the tangy bbq sauce to make some sort of wicked Southern-y tastebud effect. My boyfriend wanted to do "The Monster" challenge, but I told him I'd rather have him around a few more years. I think after eating that thing, his heart would throw in the wet nappie towel.
(4)
Joseph R.

Amazing BBQ!! I was in the area on vacation and was in the mood for BBQ, found this place. You have to check this place out! I thought only good bbq tasting like this comes from Texas! I was sooo impressed. I got the baby back ribs and my wife got the brisket. Both were very good but I liked the ribs better :)
(5)
Scott H.

Nice place, but located in an industrial park. Lots to chose from on the menu. Our first visit. We got smoked meat and rib plate. Our meat choice was brisket with baby back ribs. Brisket was ok. Ribs were dry. Cole slaw was good. Overall, a nice simple place but not super special.
(3)
Regan W.

So, a little preface is needed, I suppose. We recently moved here to Anaheim from Rochester, NY, where we have two AMAZING BBQ places, Dinosaur BBQ and Sticky Lips. I guess we were spoiled there... because honestly? This place kinda sucked. We were referred to this place by some acquaintances who said this was the best BBQ in Orange County. Read up on it online and it had won some awards, so we figured we'd give it a shot. I got the brisket and baby back ribs plate with baked beans and coleslaw. The beans were mediocre, I think I made better ones the last 4th of July with canned baked beans with bacon added. The coleslaw was bland... not enough vinegar. The brisket was super dry and could barely cut it with the plastic knife. No amount of sauce could save it. Super disappointed. Same with the ribs. While the ribs did have a decent amount of meat, it just was not flavorful and tender at all. I can easily say that I will never eat here again. Like another person said below, anybody who says that this is good BBQ has OBVIOUSLY never eaten BBQ anywhere else. Severely disappointed.
(1)
Mark A.

I really like this place....The beef ribs were so tender as were the pork spareribs...I love the BBQ sauce bought some for the house.
(4)
David D.

Not the best location but it is pretty good food and service. I really like the wings and the ribs are very good. Prices are not bad. Everyone is very nice and friendly. I would go back.
(4)
Abbe W.

I guess I should have ordered the pulled pork sandwich. But, it was my first time there and I figure I would like to try all types of meat so I got the sampler sandwich instead. Overall, it was pretty generous but it was missing the smokey taste like one of the yelpers pointed it out. So, I thought it was just OK. However, since there are so many reviews on the pulled pork sandwich, I would have to try that next time. The location is very obscure and they are definitely very busy. But, I was very pleased with their service. I called in for a order for 14 people and they were able to have it prepared as promised. We just have trouble finding seating since it's self-seat but that's our fault since it was cutting close to rush hour but we we surprised to see so many of our co-workers go there for lunch!
(4)
Mike C.

Just finished eating at blakes and all I can say is nice job Hobel's. Blakes is an off the beaten path BBQ joint situated in a industrial part of anahiem. Ordered the rib/chicken combo to get a well rounded fell of the meats and it did not disappont. The meat fell off the bone and had a beautiful smoked flavor. The hot wings were spicy and you get a lot in one order. Service was A+, and the wait for food was quick. I highly recomend Blake's for tottally different and nice BBQ experience.
(4)
Danny M.

Their apricot glazed wings fall off the bone and the sauce is amazing you could just eat it by itself, their bbq pork loin is also good and since they slow smoke tut it stays juicy through every bite.
(5)
Leikana C.

I'm from the South Bay area but work in Anaheim. I enjoy bbq and I guess I'm spoiled because in my area i have Bludso's in Compton, Smoking Jonny's in Gardena, and Bodacious Q in Carson and they're all damn good. So I was looking for a good bbq place near work to check out on my lunch hour, and after reading all the reviews on yelp I was really excited to try Blake's. I like pulled pork and I like a good brisket and couldn't figure out what to order, so I went with the Tasha's BBQ Trio which is three half sized sandwiches of pulled pork, beef brisket, and chicken. When I got my order I couldn't tell which sandwich was which, so I took a bite of each and STILL couldn't tell which was which. Uh-oh, that's a bad sign. They all tasted like some mystery shredded meat soaked in a generic, bottled bbq sauce. I ended up finishing one sandwich (again, I'm not sure which one it was, but since the meat was a little on the dark side I'd assume it was the beef brisket? Or maybe the pork?) but I was highly disappointed the whole time I was eating it. Maybe their ribs, sausages, tri-tip is better? Maybe I came in on an "off" day?? All I know is the sandwiches I tried were not very good at all. If you DO wanna try some really good bbq, I highly recommend Bludso's in Compton (their brisket is melt-in-your-mouth amazing) or Smoking Jonny's in Gardena. But as far as the OC is concerned, I guess I'll have to continue my search for a good bbq joint...
(2)
Jordan R.

Simply said, they have amazing BBQ. I had Tasha's Trio, which was 3 sandwiches (beef, chicken, and pork). It was phenomenal! My crew of 7 also had several items from the menu which they raved about. It's cheap, it's delicious, and it's BBQ in an area you really don't expect good BBQ from. Blake's is a hands down 5 stars.
(5)
Pete H.

I came here because i told someone that I've never had decent bbq in California and they replied, "have you ever had Blakes??!!" So, I was in the area one day and decided I would give it a try. i was excited after reading the Yelp reviews. Once in the neighborhood i thought i was in the wrong place. But no, I'm in the right spot. Small parking log but seemed busy which I like. My test of a bbq place starts when I get outta my truck. Do I smell bbq - nope! Bad sign! In Texas you can smell the bbq a block away. Oh well, lets try it anyway. I had the the sliced brisket sandwich and potato salad. It should be simple and tasty. Instead it was bland and boring; the sauce was ok - pour it on, you're gonna need it!! The sliced brisket had a bad color to it; grey, overcooked and no bark. It was blah blah blah. I still can't figure out how they make such amazing bbq in Tx and its so bad here in CA. And I love CA!! The potato salad was really good but I didn't come here for that. I say avoid but maybe I should have had something else. But again, I knew the minute I stepped outta my truck and i couldn't smell delicious bbq...another boring bland bbq place... I'm giving it 2 stars instead of 1 because based on the reviews only, I would go back and try something else. Cheers!
(2)
Eeeeestar T.

GREAT bbq for OC...complete with bark and pink smoke rings and everything! I love the apricot-chili glazed wings the most -- not only are they smoked to perfection, but that sticky sweet coating is a nice twist. Even their beans are pretty decent, and I don't do beans! Pass on the banana pudding though, it's nothing special. Magnola Bakery's banana pudding is definitely the way to go!
(5)
Melissa G.

Thanks to the great food pics taken for Blake's Place I thought I'd give it a try. Glad I did! Great Bar-B-Q!!! Got the beef brisket sandwich. Thanks Yelp!
(5)
Scott M.

After picking up my car from a nearby mechanic, I was starving and in need of some grub. Thanks to Yelp Blake's Place was the closest place that sounded good. In short, it's solid, decent BBQ. Nothing I would travel hours to have (as I've been known to do for BBQ) but given it's only a few miles from home (and around the corner from my mechanic) I'll be happy to go again. Great service! They seem to have a solid catering business and I definitely would be interested in them for that! Everyone was getting their sandwiches, so I think I need to go back and try one!
(3)
Katherine L.

Yumm!! I don't know why but I usually get the sampler here even though I only like the brisket sandwich. The turkey isn't that good and the chicken is dry. Next time, whole brisket it is!! I love their sauce... I always have to get extra. The bread is just so soft and delicious. I've also had their wings which are good drenched in their sauce. Next time I shall try a salad or deli sandwich!
(4)
Brett F.

The chicken wings are the best I have had in OC. First, I would say that this is a place for "pick up". If you are looking for ambience, you may want to go somewhere else. Blakes is located in a business center. If you are after really good wings using premium meat (some of the biggest, "meaty" wings I have seen), then Blakes is your place. I always get the mild Buffalo wings (which has a sting to it) which are great. The sides are normal side - nothing too great - but the wings again are awesome. They have other good smoked meats as well, and a good BBQ sandwich. Try the wings, if you like chain wing places like Hooters or BWW, you will not be disappointed.
(5)
Robert L.

Maybe their sandwiches and pulled pork and other meat are pretty good, but I generally go to BBQ places for ribs and theirs are not good. We got a half rack of spare ribs and a half rack of baby back ribs, plus an order of fries + onion rings. Spare ribs are like St. Louis style ribs, but without the extra flaps of meat and funny shaped bones cut off. They're harder to eat and take longer to cook. These were definitely a bit hard to eat without getting sauce all over your hands and face. They don't have nice bones sticking out at both ends of the rib to hold on to. Anyways on to how they taste. The ribs are don't have a nice outer layer bark, they seemed more like oven-baked ribs. The meat was slightly tender, but nowhere near fall-off-the-bone tender, and they lacked flavor. I added BBQ sauce to try and make up for it but mediocre BBQ sauce can only do so much. I was surprised at how bland and boring they were given the fairly high yelp reviews. I guess one plus is that since these are spare ribs and not St. Louis ribs, you get a lot meat. The baby back ribs are similar to spare ribs in almost every way, but worse. In addition to having no flavor and no caramelized sweet/smoky crust, the baby backs are also tough and dry. I could tell when I used a plastic knife to cut them and almost broke the knife. They taste almost as if they were boiled and then grilled. The plus -- less messy than spare ribs because there are bones to hold onto! Lastly, the fries are normal, but the onion rings are weird and kinda bad. There are oddly multiple rings of onion in each ring, and the onions are heavy -- wet even. The batter is only semi-crispy, and the batter-to-onion ratio is much too low. Rarely do I encounter bad onion rings, but they've got them here! The person who took our order and who answered the phone when I called was friendly though, and for that they get 2 stars!
(2)
Geoff O.

This place is a diamond in the rough, or maybe in nothing at all? Blake's is in a very random location, in the middle of the industrial/commercial parks of Anaheim's "The Canyon." Still, the next time you are cruising Miraloma in search of good eats, this is the place to stop, not just because it's basically the only eatery on the entire avenue for miles, but because it's awesome! Food was great! Service is spot on. What more can you ask for? I don't think it's terribly expensive, and it sure beats a night at Lucille's. I'm not from a barbecue mecca sort of place, so don't hold me to it if this doesn't measure up to Kansas City's or Memphis' best, but I really dig Blake's
(5)
Adrian C.

Great BBQ place and the staff is very friendly! Great place to come with a group Place tends to start getting busy during the lunch hour break which is about 11:30 or so....
(5)
Joseph Z.

I wasn't too hungry when came here with my friend and her parents, so I didn't order big. I got a kielbasa sausage sandwich. It had melted and crispy swiss cheese, caramelized onions, and of course, barbecue sauce. Sooooo good! One, I love crispy cheese. Two, caramelized onions are the best! And three, it was sausage! It was served with a third of a pickle (cut long ways), and a yellow pepper. I enjoyed the whole sandwich. The only thing that made me frown was the size of my pepper. Luckily for me, my friend and her mom didn't want their peppers, so I ate them. Anyway, the waiters were so kind that I'm sure they would have given me another if I had asked. I thought the setup of the restaurant was pretty cool. You order your food as if you were at a fast-food restaurant, pay, and take a seat. When the food is ready, it's brought to your table. Cool and simple. The wait wasn't long at all. Even if I was starving, I wouldn't have complained. The food was served in little time. The food was good, but I wasn't fully satisfied. I wanted more!! I'm going to return and try some more food. Maybe next time I'll try the brisket and some puled pork... When I do, I'll tell you all how it went.
(4)
David G.

And so begins my stingy mode of only writing short ass reviews... In the middle of an industrial park. Reeaaaaally good beef brisket there. It just surrenders in your mouth. Anything on the menu that has brisket in it should be a guaranteed good meal. If they offered a milkshake with brisket in it, don't hesitate to order it.
(4)
Armando H.

I had driven by Blake's Place for years and never really thought much about it. I finally went in with a couple of friends and loved it. If you are in the area and have a craving for some good BBQ definitley give it a try.
(4)
Tony G.

This place is the best BBQ I've had in a long while. Had the bbq brisket sandwich with double meat, although it seemed Like a regular portion size would hate to see the regular portion. Ordered the ring and fries combo, that was good but, I ordered it to go so they sent it home in a container instead of in the fry bags so it was soggy when I got home. The bater was good, so I'm sure it taste great there. All in all I would definitely come back.
(5)
Matthew C.

Pretty good bbq for the OC. Ask for sauce on the side.
(4)
John K.

Been looking to try this place out. Me and a buddy came by and i was in the mood for some baby back ribs. My buddy and I grabbed their special; baby back ribs and beef brisket. Two sides to that brings it to $14 for the special. We got an order of onion rings to share. Onion rings were above average. They were crispy and not at all oily, complimented with a warm bbq sauce for dipping the golden rings. Beef brisket was slightly on the dry side but still tender. I had to doctor it up w/ a bit of the bbq sauce. I didn't find the brisket to be anything outstanding. It tasted ok. Baby back ribs were moist and tender. The bark on the top side was a welcome contrast of texture to the softness of the meat. The bbq sauce was a bit tangy. My buddy mentioned that it had a slight spiciness, which i didn't find. then again, i like my food spicier than he does. I got the coleslaw and mac n cheese as the sides. Buddy got the mac n cheese and bbq beans. Beans were good. It had some meat mixed into it, almost like chili, but more bbq-esq and not much spice. I hated my mac n cheese. Cheese was pungent and the mac was mushy-over cooked noodles. Coleslaw was average. Nothing stood out from the slaw. The atmosphere is oven and inviting. It is quite casual. They have a soda fountain so you can get your drinks at your leisure. Staff is nice and they actually brought our food to our table, which was outside. They even came back to check up on us later on in the meal. A good solid meal - i will have to come back and try their pulled pork sammich as well as other stuff on the menu. but since its not close to my house, it would have to be on a trip while i am in the neck of the woods.
(3)
Jenny S.

Love this place, awesome food, great prices and friendly staff! Real BBQ at it's best! I have been to Brians, Mikes, famous daves and Lucielles! None getting four stars like Blakes!!!!
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Elaine K.

I was kind of scared going to Blake's. The night Daylight Savings time switched over, it was already pitch black by 6 and it's located in the industrial part in Anaheim, so you can picture how that looks. Just as we were about to turn around, we saw a glimmer of light...literally, it was Blake's hidden in the corner. They had a cute little patio with bright lights strung up. You order at the register and sit at a table. They have a couple of tv's inside for sports and they have some sandwich that weighs a pound that you can try to eat in 20 minutes or less. If you can, you get your picture on the wall and a free shirt. haha. The record time is 4 minutes! They have a pretty big menu for a BBQ joint with salads, sandwiches, burgers, and appetizers. Blake's has definitely created a following. It beats the old sandwich shop.
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Chau N.

Great place for bbq close by. I love the smoky bbq taste this place has. Love the bbq chicken and spare ribs. Located in the middle of an industrial/business place, so it's a little tricky to find or discover. Place is small, so limited seatings. Prices are reasonable for the amount of food you get. I usually order a platter/combo and share with a friend. If you're eating by yourself, there will definitely be leftovers.
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Tim H.

BBQ goggles, very much like beer goggles. BBQ goggles kick in when you're living in the OC. Thankfully, I know people that fly in BBQ from Ironworks in Austin, TX on occasion. There are a few better spots (ie. Tulsa Rib Company, Bludso's, etc...), but if you're in the area, it's pretty solid. Seems like the majority of their crowd is the work lunch group, so try to beat the rush. BBQ beans were especially good. Will probably be coming back in the future to tackle The Beast and for the occasional brisket craving.
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Louie F.

Was taken here twice in the past couple of months for business lunches. The first time I was taken here, I had never heard about Blake's. The second time, it was on my request! I don't travel to Anaheim much and am left at the mercy of Yelp and recommendations when in the area. At first glance, you'd never expect such a delicious restaurant to be situated in an otherwise industrial area of the city. Surrounded by warehouses and factories, Blake's is serving up some serious barbecue. The first time I came here, I ordered the pulled-pork sandwich. The meat was delicately seasoned, moist and delicious. They pile it high with a healthy serving of cole slaw on top and sandwich the whole thing between a buttery role. The second time I came, I ordered the beef brisket sandwich, which was equally as good. As many have said, the brisket is so moist and tender it melts in your mouth -- which is not characteristic of brisket. Their barbecue sauce is really good and can be purchased on its own. Smokey and sweet with some bite. They are have bottles out everywhere for you to drench your succulent meat with. If you're in the area and feeling like some good down home barbecue, give Blake's a try.
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Max P.

This place is a hidden gem in the OC, in the middle of an industrial zone. The food is great. I'd rather dine out though the restaurant doesn't have a real BBQ dine in feel to it. (Lol Like if eating home does) that's just me.
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Michael C.

Good, fresh, clean, and original
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Ninja N.

Oh sweet Baby Jesus!! I almost forgot about this place!! If you dig BBQ food, this is the place to go!! Never mind all those places where you sit down and they wait on you hand and foot...this place is awesome! The pictures do not do their food justice! I have tried so many different items and by the time I was done, my hands were dirty, there were napkins all over the place and I was happy! =) Mmmm I think I might have to hit this place up on my birthday! FYI - - This is also a grrreat spot to order your turkey for Turkey Day!! But you have to order early, or won't you get one.
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Steve K.

This was our first time here. I would give it a 3.5 because it was above average in the baby back ribs, and the brisket, plus the BBQ sauce is very good. We both thought the cole slaw was too dry, and the baked beans will have to be evaluated after another try. I will update after the next visit.
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James C.

My wife and I visited here recently and I had to revise my ratings of this place from a 5 to a 3. I really dont know what happened??? The baby backs were ok but not as good and the beef ribs was not completely done inside so it was very tough. Could not see how these were in the smoker for long hours and come out that way, Pretty disappointed since I was really craving ribs, but I will try it one more time to make sure since they have always been good. I really dont want to drive to Tulsa rib company but I will have to rate their ribs higher from now on if I have the same experience the 2nd time around.
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Johan M.

This is home of the Beast Challenge, a HUGE pulled pork/chopped brisket/pulled chicken sandwich with cole slaw that weighs over 2 pounds! Finish it under 20 mins and you get a free t-shirt and your picture on the wall of fame. Finish it under 4 mins and get the 14.99 you spent on the sandwich back. I was going to take the challenge but I let my daring friend take it first. He didn't finish it under 4 mins but he did do it under 20 and got his free shirt. I fared for the "regular people" menu that they offer at Blakes which is traditional BBQ (it's hard to find an independently run BBQ joint in the Orange County with the only BBQ around being Beach Pit or Lucille's btw). My and my friend SPLIT their big rib plate which consists of baby back ribs, pork spareribs and beef ribs with BBQ beans, slaw, fries and garlic toast. The ribs were pretty good but not fall of the bone. They had a pretty smoky taste to them but they were definately not AMAZING ribs. The sides were pretty awesome. The garlic toast didn't really have a garlic taste. The service at the place is pretty good. There's this grandma figure at the front register who seems like she won't take shit easy but the rest of the staff is nice. I would come back and one day, I'll take my swing at the Beast
(4)
Blanca K.

Blake's catered my niece's wedding and the food was delicious. Can you actually eat too much brisket? The meat, sides and salad were all very good. Since then we had gotten take out from the CafÃ© and it was equally as good. Definitely a good place for BBQ. I have not eaten in the CafÃ© but the environment is cozy with several TVs turned to sporting events.
(4)
N P.

Odd location in industrial area. Good service and staff. It wasn't empty nor overly packed. Just OK. Went Fri night. Ordered wings, Blake's pulled pork, BBQ bacon cheeseburger, a special with snapper and rice, blake's onion rings, fries, beer and soda. Everything was Ok.. Nothing great and not bad. Their items like ribs and such come in combo plate with bbq beans and such. But sandwiches don't come with fries & drink. Have to buy them separately. Didn't like that. Should make burgers and sandwiches into a combo at a decent price. More of a quick eat & go place like rubio's or chipotle. Not like a proper decent restaurant. But it will do. Wish prices were better. Bit expensive it seems to me.
(3)
Ant G.

Great BBQ. Ordered the Blake's Big Rib Plate. Great for 2 people. Ribs were amazing! Baked Beans were also great. Tried the wings, also amazing. Definitely looking forward to coming back!
(5)
Michael L.

This place is truly one of the gems of the OC. Yes the entire OC. I've never heard of this barbecue place until my family attended a school event which happened to be catered by Blakes. So they had their ribs and pull pork sandwiches without me, and told me all about it. Hearing this news I thought to myself, okay either they are just exaggerating or this place is really that good. Well it is the latter. I've had the chicken sandwich, the sausage, pulled pork, and the ribs. All of which they are really good. The chicken is cooked to perfection, it melts in your mouth, and with their bbq sauce it tastes even better. The pulled pork was just as good, juicy and full of flavor, of course adding more bbq sauce is at your own discretion. Finally the ribs, oh the ribs, they aren't your Tony Roma's ribs (which I will never review because I'm not the biggest chain restaurant fan). These ribs actually have meat on the bone and I don't mean just barely any meat, I mean meat you can actually sink your teeth into without biting onto the bone. One of the perks of sitting down at the restaurant is that you get to choose from a variety of sauces they have. Spicy, sweet, or just original. THey also have a variety of hot sauces should you choose to give your food item an extra kick. Some of the reasons why this place gets four stars is the somewhat limited parking. While I enjoy this place's location, the parking itself was rather small. But it is located in an industrial area so I can understand. The bathrooms are tiny, but that is because the restaurants are tiny, but it is always clean. Finally, if you do decide to eat at the restaurant, never eat late at night, because if you go in o lets say 30-45 minutes before closing they will kind of been moody and somewhat pushy to get that last order out of the way. Other than that this place is pretty good
(4)
Timmy S.

Came back with two wonderful yelp friends and still give this place a solid 4 stars. The staff were even more friendly and attentive than before and really add to the positive feel of this place. The babyback ribs are still delicious and meaty. This time I ate a full rack and finished every one with gusto. I was enjoying them so much I didn't care that I looked like a fat pig covered in sauce to my lovely companions. I got potato salad this time instead of coleslaw and it was okay...I think I prefer the slaw. But definitely get the beans as a side as they are the best! Zeela D. and Lily A. were up to try desserts so we got a banana pudding and a peach cobbler to share. They told Zeela that the banana pudding was their big seller but I didn't care for it much - it was more about the texture than anything. The peach cobbler was better but just average. The bottom line is that I'll stick to the BBQ and pass on dessert next time.
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DD T.

Tried the smoked salmon for the first time, I wasn't impressed; I think I'll stick with my Pulled Pile next time. I was sad to learn they've stopped selling the Andouille sausage, that was the best! They're Sweet Potato Fries are good if you eat them there, they don't travel well and get soggy. A nice place, very casual, a big patio for large groups.
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Steve A.

This place is a BBQ heaven! Whether it's take out, catered, or dine in, you'll still get top quality barbecue at this place. Though the brisket was disappointing, everything else more than made up for it. The wings (nice and spicy), sausage links (rare "greasy" item my girlfriend eats), and pulled pork. This place is 30 minutes from me and I still dream of it. The place is in an awkward location, and the hours of operation isn't really convenient, but all is forgiven when I'm shoving my face full of pork AND beef ribs! FYI - I marked the price range as $11-30, only because I eat about $25 worth of food at this place =P. Normal folk can definitely get away with $10/person (4 people sharing 2-3 orders).
(4)
OC L.

Great chopped beef and cole slaw. Clean and good service. Great for a Saturday Lunch. TVs with sports and patio as well.
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Zeela D.

Thanks to fellow yelper Timmy S., I now have a new ribs place to go to that isn't a restaurant chain! I was here on a Friday night for dinner with fellow yelpers: Lily A. and Timmy S. It was quite a BBQ lip smackin meal! I had the baby back ribs with beans and coleslaw. Thanks again to Timmy S. for supplying Lily A. and I a coupon to enjoy the 2 for 1 benefits, worth every last drop of BBQ sauce! For dessert, the 3 of us shared the banana pudding and peach cobbler each for $2.99. Jenn the server asked if we wanted the peach cobbler warmed up with whip cream and I abruptly said "Yes please!" I asked Jenn the server who Blake was and she said "Oh he's not here, actually he's in high school.' She further explained that the restaurant is owned by a couple who named the place after their son Blake. She even said that when the place first opened over 15 years ago, people would ask if they could speak to Blake or at least meet the guy, and the servers would jokingly reply, "Uh sure, he's in preschool, but I'll let him know you stopped by." The ribs were nice and tender and the sauce was nicely coated onto the meat, not overpowering the flavor at all. The baked beans were really good, great addition to the ribs. So if you are in the "Canyon" area, aka. Anaheim, then try Blake's Place, look for the industrial looking buildings, roll down that car window and just let your nose lead the way!
(4)
Christina C.

Yum. Definitely a good place to get a BBQ sandwich. I actually ended up getting a Kid's meal because the portions are so huge and it was perfect. I got it with a side of the BBQ beans and tried some of the corn as well. All very very good. If you are still down for dessert get the banana pudding! So tasty. I also got the apple cobbler but didn't really like it...something was missing. I didn't get a chance to see the place inside, becuase my brother had picked it up to go. However, I would definitely reccommend to anyone! The prices are okay, but you are definitely getting your money's worth with the portions!
(4)
Moe Z.

Every Friday we eat at Blakes and its as its the first time we ate there. It's so good love the brisket its the best. Other meat that's real and I feel under rated is the sausage and turkey.
(5)
Uncle P.

The food is great, it's not expensive, the people take good care of you, and you can sit outdoor (on picnic tables under an awning) or indoor. That's my recipe for the perfect restaurant. If you've got a group and need to be out quickly, you can pre-order and everything will be ready when you get there. Awesome place.
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Sean H.

Good! I had the pulled pork, brisket, slaw and beans. It was very good. (I lived in Austin for three years, so, the bar is set purty high, folks, so only four stars) Woulda been nice if they had a spicy BBQ sauce.
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Amanda W.

I order lunch for large groups of people at least twice a month. This task should not be as complicated as it is, but nonetheless, many local venders are staffed by morons. I am always beaming when my employees want Blakes. Not only is their food scrumptuous, they are a delight to work with. Natasha in the catering office is a complete professional. Blakes Catering is clearly customer service oriented. We tried ordering from Lucielles, because someone thought it would be better. Lucielle's is excellent, but the overwhelming majority of our employees asked for Blakes again. Blakes delievers more quantity for way less money, they are punctual, polite and efficent. I will continue to enthusiastically use Blake's not only because they are delicious, but because they make working with them a pleasant experience.
(5)
Rodger S.

Great BBQ!
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Regg C.

So Im a bbq feen. this is pretty good place to get your bbq fix. The lunch line flows out the front door! I had the trio, one half sandwich each of brisket, pork and chicken plus Cole slaw for 9 bucks not bad. Brisket was a chopped up ends style, the chicken was pretty bland, the pork was delicious. i think its a little on the pricey side though from what i can tell they're not using high quality meats but the food does taste freshly prepared. the sides are like three bucks and sooo tiny! not my first choice for bbq in the o.c. but if you like bbq like i do you should try it at least once.
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Janis L.

My fave place to get my BBQ fix! Service is fast & friendly. Good variety of menu selections, and the portions are plentiful at an affordable price. I definitely recommend the Tasha's Trio for first timers who can't decide between the pulled pork, chicken or beef brisket....or for those with hearty appetites that want them ALL! They are ALL good so you can't be disappointed. Another favorite of mine is their Apricot Chili Glazed wings. It's a large serving so be sure to share! OR if you love wings like me, make a meal of them all to yourself. The restaurant's location is in an industrial/business center, but the inside is very clean & similar to a small sports grill. Covered patio is nice anytime of the year. Sign up for their email list and they'll send you coupons every so often.....for example: "Buy one rib plate, get one free"
(5)
Chad B.

Good food! Service is great!
(5)
Karla B.

Finally got my husband to go here even though I already knew that awesomeness that is Blake's Place! He loved it and is already talking about going back. We had the Pulled Pork Pile and Beef Brisket Piles. Both were so delish! Blake's has catered several parties at my office and everything we've ever ordered from them is so great! Give 'em a shot! You'll love it!
(5)
Jadeson V.

Sadly, I had high expectations for this BBQ joint. I went there based on their high rating and boyfriend's recommendation. I was soo disappointed. First, I told the person it was my first time. He sure didn't seem to care and said "ok." In a whatever attitude. Not to be picky, but I am a girl that knows customer service and expected him to guide me through the menu! So that already upsetted me. Second, I ordered a sliced brisket sandwich pile... I substituted the chopped brisket pile with sliced and the cashier said "Sliced?" I said "yes.." Rude much, just let it be and not make me sound dumb! It's my first time! Third, sooo I got my food and it was very dry. The meat wasn't flavorful and my boyfriend even complained. He said he used to go here every week with his brother when they lived in Anaheim but now... We don't want to come back because the meat tasted like it was a day old. Besides that, potato salad is decent and BBQ beans. I mean due to the service and taste of the meat, I don't think I'll be going here again. Sorry to this Blake's fan!
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Aracely C.

A co-worker suggested this place after she had came back from lunch there with her husband. At work, we decided to try this place for lunch. I ordered their bbq chicken sandwich with a side of mac and cheese. The sandwich was big and delicious, but I wasn't much of a fan of the mac and cheese. It didn't have much of a strong flavor. I have ordered there 2 more times after that. The Turkey sandwich, grilled cheese sandwich - on the kid's menu, and the chicken wings are sooooo good. I definitely recommend this place to eat. It is always packed at lunch time, so be prepared to wait to order and receive your food. To me, it's worth it.
(5)
Sterling R.

Since I'm from Texas, I've been looking for a legitimate bbq spot since I moved here a year and a half ago, hands down, some of the best tasting ribs ever, don't question anything on the menu, trust me, It's all good!
(5)
Danny T.

you get alot of good food for not much money.
(4)

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Address : 2905 E Miraloma Ave,Ste 3
Anaheim, CA, 92806
Phone (714) 630-8574
Website https://www.blakesplacebbq.com
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Opening Hours

Mon :10:30 am - 8:00pm

Specialities

Takes Reservations : No
Delivery : Yes
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Lunch
Parking : Private Lot
Bike Parking : Yes
Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Casual
Noise Level : Average
Alcohol : Beer & Wine Only
Outdoor Seating : Yes
Wi-Fi : No
Has TV : Yes
Waiter Service : No
Caters : Yes

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Blake’s Place

2905 E Miraloma Ave,Ste 3, Anaheim, CA, 92806

Blake’s Place Menu

Smoked Meat & Hot Sandwiches

Sides

Childrens Menu

Desserts

Beverages

Fresh Salads Etc. ..

Blake's Smoked Wings

Deli Sandwiches

Blake's Specialties

The Beast

Bbq Plates from the Smoker

Blake's Big Bbq Plate

Pit Smoked Bbq Package

Bbq Package Entree Choices

Side Dishes

Additional Catering Packages

Beverages

Desserts

Complete Meals for Take-out

Main

Meats from the Smoker

Sides

Sandwich Catering

Healthy Meal suggestions for Blake’s Place

Smoked Meat & Hot Sandwiches

Sides

Childrens Menu

Desserts

Beverages

Fresh Salads Etc. ..

Blake's Smoked Wings

Deli Sandwiches

Blake's Specialties

The Beast

Bbq Plates from the Smoker

Blake's Big Bbq Plate

Pit Smoked Bbq Package

Bbq Package Entree Choices

Side Dishes

Additional Catering Packages

Beverages

Desserts

Complete Meals for Take-out

Main

Meats from the Smoker

Sides

Sandwich Catering

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