Summer is the perfect time to enjoy some barbecue, but where to find the best bang for your buck? In Elk Grove, at least, the answers may surprise you.
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top barbecue spots in Elk Grove, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of where to satisfy your cravings.
1. Oz Korean BBQ
Topping the list is Oz Korean BBQ. Located at 2605 Riparian Drive, the all-you-can-eat Korean barbecue spot is the most popular place for grilled meats in Elk Grove, boasting four stars out of 1,456 reviews on Yelp. The family-owned joint also has a location on Bradshaw Road.
Customers praise its wide selection of meats and cuts, with beef, pork, chicken and seafood all represented. Many singled out the rancho galbi (marinated bone-in beef short ribs), and the chili wings appetizer.
3. L&L Hawaiian Barbecue
L&L Hawaiian Barbecue, located at 7419 Laguna Blvd., Suite 120, is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the Elk Grove location of the popular Hawaii-based barbecue chain four stars out of 246 reviews.
The friendly service and generous portions of barbecued chicken and beef, along with rice, macaroni salad and other sides, set this L&L apart.
3. Rao Thai Eatery
Rao Thai Eatery, a Thai spot that offers barbecued chicken and more, is another go-to, with four stars out of 164 Yelp reviews for its classic Thai cuisine, including barbecued beef, pork and chicken, marinated in turmeric and herbs and served with spicy tamarind sauce.
Rao also offers grilled meat skewers like chicken and pork satay with peanut sauce and cucumber salsa. Head over to 5650 Whitelock Parkway, Suite 110 to see for yourself.
