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Ribs USA

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Local(818) 841-8872
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2711 W Olive Ave
Burbank, CA 91505

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Ribs USA
Local(818) 841-8872
Fax(818) 841-6769

2711 W Olive Ave
Burbank, CA 91505

http://www.ribsusa.com

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Ribs Usa in Burbank is a four star establishment. This is a great place. It's known for its barbecue. It's been awarded the Best of Barbecue Food award. This place features live music. When you step inside the restaurant, you'll notice an energetic atmosphere. This restaurant is very affordable.

User Reviews of Ribs USA

Yelp.com Review - by Giovanni N.

3.0 of 5 stars. Cheap bastards like me can't fill-up enough on the craft services table in-between takes, so we go to great lengths to find value outside of the studios. As I drove along Warner Brothers Studios, I...
yelp.com - user review - 10/15/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by sara l.

3.0 of 5 stars. I've only had the pulled pork, which hit the spot at the time but was just okay. There are a number of bbq joints in LA, the best of which are Porky's, Jr's on La Cienega and NY BBQ on La Brea. No...
yelp.com - user review - 10/06/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Ken W.

4.0 of 5 stars. Ribs USA is neither here nor there. There are better rib joints in Los Angeles, but when I think of Ribs USA, I think of "comfort". Ribs USA, located in the REAL "Hollywood" of Burbank, California, is...
yelp.com - user review - 10/05/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Big B.

1.0 of 5 stars. BBQ? I had the beef ribs for lunch they where so tough i didn't even bother finishing them. i had to settle for soggy fries for lunch that day. I will never go back to this place. garbage My visit was...
yelp.com - user review - 09/15/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Jimmy N.

3.0 of 5 stars. Ribs USA is the only legit BBQ game in Burbank unless it's Saturday and Handy Market is having their weekly grill-a-thon. The ribs and tri-tip are very tender. I enjoyed the baby back and beef ribs...
yelp.com - user review - 09/11/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Rodney H.

4.0 of 5 stars. It's the place I know of for BBQ in Burbank. The meat has always been good and plenty of it. The sides are decent but nothing to rave about. It is a very casual place to eat and the new lunch menu...
yelp.com - user review - 09/02/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Jenny D.

3.0 of 5 stars. I ordered some St. Louis-style ribs to go the other week. It's very casual and the person who took my order was friendly. I enjoyed the ribs and similiar to other yelpers wish they were falling off...
yelp.com - user review - 08/10/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Josh B.

4.0 of 5 stars. Just remember: The meat is really really good; the sides leave a whole lot to be desired. Pulled pork was a real highlight. Authentic, flavorful beef ribs, juicy baby back ribs, inCREDible tri-tip....
yelp.com - user review - 08/05/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by April N.

4.0 of 5 stars. I haven't been to RIBS USA in a long time but the last i can remember it was good. The best BBQ though in Los Angeles area i think is Lucille's.
yelp.com - user review - 08/03/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Tina M.

1.0 of 5 stars. This place sucks!!!!!! First, the food came out within seconds of ordering. My mac and cheese looked like it had a yeast infection (curdled and clumpy). My husband's tri- tip came out and it was...
yelp.com - user review - 08/03/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Jason T.

5.0 of 5 stars. A BBQ joint straight from the middle of the US plopped right next to the big studios of Burbank! It is the kind of place that, if I visited it in Texas or Tennessee or wherever, I would say "I found...
yelp.com - user review - 08/02/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Camille M.

3.0 of 5 stars. UPDATE: So we called the manager and told him about how disappointed we were with the dismal portions. He offered to make it right so I came in and he gave us a huge potion of Tri-tip, some catfish,...
yelp.com - user review - 07/26/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by susan h.

1.0 of 5 stars. We haven't been here in awhile, but this use to be our favorite rib place. We would drive over an hour for their ribs. My husband's favorite was the rib tip and links combo. Me, I stuck with the...
yelp.com - user review - 07/25/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Sean E.

3.0 of 5 stars. Eveyone has an opinion on what makes good BBQ and what style is best. I'm not a BBQ fanatic but I've been to Ribs USA several times and have always left very satisfied. The staff are friendly and...
yelp.com - user review - 07/23/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Charmaine C.

2.0 of 5 stars. First time here. And, while I had serious concerns after reading fellow Yelper's reviews, I had a serious hankering for BBQ and a short lunch. So, off I went with my fingers crossed. I ordered a...
yelp.com - user review - 07/15/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by spooky s.

3.0 of 5 stars. Oh how I used to love this place. it was soooo good. I guess there are new owners because it's still OK but not amazing like it used to be. we used to have this catered all the time on a TV show. The...
yelp.com - user review - 07/10/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Mei N.

2.0 of 5 stars. So it's been a while since I've been here I don't know if they changed owner or what ...They got new menus with higher prices =(Today at lunch the server wasn't very nice either.. and we had to ask...
yelp.com - user review - 06/16/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Ann S.

2.0 of 5 stars. As another Yelper said "King of mediocre and expensive. I got a half-slab of ribs for $18, and it was nothing to really go back for" The thing is.... I HAVE gone back! Maybe 5 times in the past 4...
yelp.com - user review - 06/09/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by MISS T.

4.0 of 5 stars. I have always loved this place, (maybe it's because I've been so many times and have tons of memories!) Anyways, I think the ribs are really good, as well as the macaroni and cheese, coleslaw, and...
yelp.com - user review - 06/06/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Mark N Phoebe G.

3.0 of 5 stars. Decent value, sauce has nice thick tangy taste. Meat is good, not overly tender, didn't really have the "fall of the bone" aspect as promoted on their website. Server was very nice n helpful. Beans...
yelp.com - user review - 06/04/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Mark L.

5.0 of 5 stars. Ribs USA....aww....thanks for meat and the fond memories.I live in Burbank, and I past by this ribs joint every single day, and I never knew it's an actual restaurant and not just a take-out place. I...
yelp.com - user review - 06/01/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Dave C.

2.0 of 5 stars. I did not like this place. Sauce was good but Ribs were not good. Macncheese was too watery for me. I like the macncheese at baby blues.I think there are better places to go for bbq in the valley....
yelp.com - user review - 05/29/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Yee-Shing Y.

4.0 of 5 stars. love the baby back ribs (falls-off-the-bone greatness)love the mac and cheeselove the quick servicelove the dive-y feel love the fact that u get free peanuts and can throw the shells on the floor...
yelp.com - user review - 05/03/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Candi G.

3.0 of 5 stars. Those of you that know me know that I grew up with a Southern-cookin' grandma. So I am real picky about my down home food. This place, surprisingly, passed the test. The meat was tender and tasty,...
yelp.com - user review - 05/01/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Ryan M.

3.0 of 5 stars. Thumbs Middle (c) SA.I vouch this place's wall of famous customers is like a Where's Waldo of celebrity. I only recognized a young Bryton McClure, as I picked up a decent pulled pork sandwich and...
yelp.com - user review - 04/16/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Jessica C.

3.0 of 5 stars. So for Sunday's Lunch with My Awesom Familia. My pain in the ass nephew was Tia I want BBQ and I was Ya know what? pick something else! and he was, let's go to Alcapulco's then! and I was BBQ it is....
yelp.com - user review - 04/06/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Kristy C.

3.0 of 5 stars. Aye-yie-yie.I wanted to like you, then i hated you, then I liked you again.I went in here solely for the mac and cheese. I heard wonderous things. I ordered rib tips and a side of the mac. Then the...
yelp.com - user review - 04/01/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Darlene P.

4.0 of 5 stars. I've been here only once, but will always remember how amazing their ribs were. The portions were huge, but seriously, you do want to keep eating more and more of it because of the sauce that they...
yelp.com - user review - 03/26/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by michael a.

3.0 of 5 stars. place is cool you can get all the peanuts and drinks you want.... and then throw them on the floor... Food is small portions... use to be bigger, but something happened to the menu... Food is good......
yelp.com - user review - 03/23/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Jessie M.

4.0 of 5 stars. Since there aren't many places around here to get ribs that aren't dry and boring, Ribs USA stands out in my mind. The baby back ribs are really good. Not the best I've ever had of course, but some of...
yelp.com - user review - 03/16/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Kevin P.

4.0 of 5 stars. The meat Aaaaaalmost falls off the bones here, but it's no reason not to come by and try out their food. There isn't much parking but not to worry because the inside is much larger than it looks. A...
yelp.com - user review - 03/10/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Fernando A.

2.0 of 5 stars. Kind of mediocre and expensive. I got a half-slab of ribs for $18, and it was nothing to really go back for. Honestly, my mom makes better bbq ribs. What makes that comment relevant is that my mom...
yelp.com - user review - 03/02/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by sheila d.

2.0 of 5 stars. If you have eaten here more than 10 years ago, you know how good it USED to be. What a downhill ride it has been. RIBS USA used to have great prices, very good baby back ribs, and side dishes that...
yelp.com - user review - 02/14/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Andrew D.

5.0 of 5 stars. Crazy busy. Seems like a dive, but it ain't. It definitely reminded me of some of the BBQ places I used to visit in Arkansas and Texas. Simple and great tasting food. BBQ sauce on the rip tips was...
yelp.com - user review - 02/13/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Steve R.

2.0 of 5 stars. What the heck happened? I have been going here for almost 20 years. It used to be 4 1/2, now perhaps 2 1/2 (closer to 2). The ribs used to fall off the bone. Now they're tough. They need sauce, the...
yelp.com - user review - 02/13/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Raymond S.

1.0 of 5 stars. This place has to be one of the worst places to go for Ribs. I am not sure why they even named the place "Ribs USA". The meat is so tough and has no flavor, unless you douse it with sauce. If your...
yelp.com - user review - 02/10/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Lisa t.

2.0 of 5 stars. So my boyfriend's family & I decided to try out this place. We drove about 25 minutes to get there. We ordered something Chuckwagon because we had a large party. The waiter had a great sense of humor....
yelp.com - user review - 02/08/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by johnny f.

3.0 of 5 stars. This place will suffice if you have a temporary BBQ fix. The mac n cheese is actually really good hear and so are the prices of the draft beers. Overall I still say Baby Blues has some of the best BBQ...
yelp.com - user review - 02/02/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Brandon W.

4.0 of 5 stars. One of my favorite places for ribs in Burbank. Portions are generous and price is moderate. Atmosphere is very laid bad and service is great. Great place for lunch or dinner.
yelp.com - user review - 01/29/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Henry J.

4.0 of 5 stars. There Mac and cheese are to die for.Food was great.You be messy and throw your peanuts on the floor.and Staff was extremely nice.Looking froward in going there again.
yelp.com - user review - 01/24/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Alfred D.

4.0 of 5 stars. I give this place 4 stars overall. But if it were just based on the food I'd give it 3.5 stars. Here's why: The food is really good and they give you generous portions but it isn't like OH MY GOD! For...
yelp.com - user review - 01/13/2009
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Best BBQ in LA ... So Far.

I love BBQ. I love sauce. I love RIBS USA. I have been to most of the BBQ places in LA, looking, seeking, trying to find the best of the best. Thus far RIBS USA has the lead. The food is great, the menu is...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/10/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Jackie G.

1.0 of 5 stars. DISGUSTING!!!!!!!!!!!!!I have only eaten here once, and am never going back. I wasn't expecting anything in the atmosphere department (with a name like "Ribs U.S.A.", who could?), so I wasn't let down...
yelp.com - user review - 12/20/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Leta I.

3.0 of 5 stars. Ricky has not failed me in places to go for food, dawg. The hot wings were the bomb. Even the mild sauce had a little bit of a kick to it. very flavorful and for your own box of 15 pieces, $10.00 is...
yelp.com - user review - 11/21/2008
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None better..

There used to be a BBQ restaurant in Panorama City called Tyler Texas Hogly...
urbanspoon.com - user review - 11/01/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by May C.

3.0 of 5 stars. Just ate there last night after a few months of absence. I usually get the ribs and wings combo my staple at this joint... but i was really disappointed when i tasted their chicken wings- its missing...
yelp.com - user review - 10/20/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Mike M.

4.0 of 5 stars. On my last visit to Los Angeles I made it a point to visit at least one of the city's most highly and positively reviewed restaurants, Ribs USA. Street parking was not too bad, and we were seated...
yelp.com - user review - 10/12/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by James s.

4.0 of 5 stars. I love tossin it to the floor babywell the nuts that is... oh wait, i mean peanuts that isi cant believe the first time i went there one of the most down to earth celebrities i have ever met, it is la...
yelp.com - user review - 10/11/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Young S.

2.0 of 5 stars. The baby back ribs evoked flavors of being previously frozen, slightly freezer-burned and partially microwaved with no hint of rub or smoke. That first bite instantly triggered a flashback of me...
yelp.com - user review - 10/09/2008
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Delicious!

My husband and I shared the Bob's World combo and still had leftovers...
urbanspoon.com - user review - 09/30/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Tiffany T.

4.0 of 5 stars. My family is crazy for bbq, so when they heard of this place they rushed over there. finding themselves sitting in front of a plate full of ribs the size of their arm. ribs are really good, and the...
yelp.com - user review - 09/29/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Pia S.

3.0 of 5 stars. We've never actually eaten in here, but have always gotten the food to go. The ribs are average; they don't pull from the bone that well...kinda tough actually. I also could've sworn that their...
yelp.com - user review - 09/21/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Stacey L.

4.0 of 5 stars. The best BBQ pulled pork I have been able to find in L.A., woo hoo!!! Their ribs are decent, their sides are good, etc., but I truly think the pulled pork is WHERE IT'S AT! Yeehaw!!!
yelp.com - user review - 09/19/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Laurice M.

5.0 of 5 stars. DO NOT go here for the ambiance! Neon beer signs, ESPN on the flatscreens, peanut shells all over the floor, non-cushy wooden seats - yeah don't expect any romance in the air.DO DO DO go here for...
yelp.com - user review - 09/11/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Tiara B.

4.0 of 5 stars. Every so often I need to get my Cave Woman on and pull cooked animal flesh and bone from my teeth with a grunt. Ribs USA takes care of that urge, thank you, woo hoo. I LOVE their huge beef ribs; I...
yelp.com - user review - 09/04/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Joseph A.

1.0 of 5 stars. The last time I came here I recalled why I haven't come here in 10 years.
yelp.com - user review - 09/04/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Anh T.

4.0 of 5 stars. I have the bestest best friends ever.- They keep my ego in check by pinching my muffin top and telling me that I'm a Fat Fatty Fatso.- They love it when I roll my eyes so much that they stab my...
yelp.com - user review - 09/03/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Ben A.

5.0 of 5 stars. straight up hands down the best place to get ribs in the area..better than smokin jacks..better than tony romas..better than robins in pasadena..yea i said it.and i've eaten a lot of ribs in my life....
yelp.com - user review - 08/25/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Joan M.

3.0 of 5 stars. It's so hard to tell the quality of the meat when it's swimming in the BBQ sauce --you know it's like loading up the wasabi on sushi. Nonetheless, my ribs were finger licking good. Would it be wrong...
yelp.com - user review - 07/16/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Caren C.

4.0 of 5 stars. I came here on a Monday night close to 9 (props for closing at 10pm), so no surprise the place was dead-empty save for one really big guy wearing a ripped sleeveless t-shirt chowing down on some ribs....
yelp.com - user review - 07/08/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Kaori T.

4.0 of 5 stars. If you want the full red-neck experience, Ribs USA will do it.Yumm... I'm craving some good ol' BBQ slathering...
yelp.com - user review - 06/19/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Marcy M.

3.0 of 5 stars. My BF loves this place, me, not so much love but like. I am a sandwich girl when it comes to BBQ... a beef brisket sandwich girl! Ribs USA sandwich is dry. You think they would put some sauce on the...
yelp.com - user review - 06/10/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by cheng k.

4.0 of 5 stars. Diets. Eat these 9 foods for super chiseled abs! Lose weight in just 7 days by eating nothing but cabbage!!!.... Not so much at Ribs USA. Prepare yourself for gluttony. It's delicious. The service is...
yelp.com - user review - 05/30/2008
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ummm good by Vanessa L. at InsiderPages

Ribs Usa is a great little place to eats hot wings....Its not fancy instead it is very small and feels like your in your backyard HOWEVER the hot wings are delicious. The menu is not pricy. And you can eat...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/28/2008
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Restaurant.com | Ribs USA

Ribs U.S.A. is a moderately priced family restaurant featuring high quality barbecued foods. In ourrelaxed atmosphere guests enjoy complimentary peanuts and tossing the shells on the floor, whilesipping beer,...
restaurant.com - user review - 05/22/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Sam M.

4.0 of 5 stars. "It's ALL about the Spicy Fries" -Yes, I love the ribsYes, I love the Chicken WingsYes, I love the Glad-its-night-and-the-tipsYes, I love the backyard burger Yes, I love throwing peanut shells on the...
yelp.com - user review - 05/13/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by J L.

4.0 of 5 stars. I was actually most impressed with the hot wings. They were some of the best I've had in socal. The only other place i can recommend for wings is wingspot up in lancaster.I had the shredded pork and...
yelp.com - user review - 05/12/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by N S.

4.0 of 5 stars. I like the unpretentious look and feel to this place. This is more of a hang out spot to enjoy a game, than a place for a romantic date. The restaurant is small and it has a wall covered with...
yelp.com - user review - 05/05/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Evan S.

4.0 of 5 stars. I've been going here for many many many years.Ultimately, it's all about the sauce, because that's what is flavoring the chicken and ribs you're sucking down like a vacuum.And the sauce is great. So,...
yelp.com - user review - 04/28/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Kurt T.

4.0 of 5 stars. 3.5 stars. An extra half star for being in business and open on a Sunday. My mission to get BBQ today was the roughest I have ever encountered to date looking for a place to eat in Los Angeles....
yelp.com - user review - 04/27/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Kady A.

5.0 of 5 stars. this place is AMAZING!!the wings are just like the ones from back home!! love to watch a football game and eat some ribs. BBQ beans are so good!!! ive been going for about 5 years. great service.....
yelp.com - user review - 04/26/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Beth T.

3.0 of 5 stars. LA doesn't lack much but I do think there are two categories it needs some help: a proper seafood establishment and proper rib joint. After visiting Ribs USA my mind is not changed. It had such...
yelp.com - user review - 04/02/2008
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Pretty good BBQ but EXPENSIVE!

I used to be a regular for a few years in the late 80's into the early 90's. Basically stopped going because they seemed to go through a period of inconsistancy and the prices started escalating. We had a urge...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/21/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by j b.

3.0 of 5 stars. i went here once and it was just ok...nothing all too special...The prices are a little high..but thats how all bbq places are for the most part...theres peanuts and you can throw ur shells all over...
yelp.com - user review - 03/14/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by CC S.

4.0 of 5 stars. I can't argue with the fact that they pile your plate with meat. But I was hoping to have more choices, especially in the ribs area.But I felt that what they did offer was very delicious. Since we...
yelp.com - user review - 03/13/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jessica P.

5.0 of 5 stars. A little bit o' pork, a little bit of beer for $1 a mug and some Dane Cook watching (purely coincidental)...Ribs USA you have won my heart. Stars, locals and wannabe's all know they wanna be with...
yelp.com - user review - 03/09/2008
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Super Rib Joint! by Bo & Jeff F. at InsiderPages

I say joint as it is totally a joint! Great little rib shack with peanuts to toss on the floor and shavings on the floor! Peppy, happy, down-home service! Great ribs, chicken, tri-tip! Super greens and sides!...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/27/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Chad S.

4.0 of 5 stars. This is a good bbq place. However, it doesn't have much competition since their aren't many bbq places in Burbank. Their wings are really good. I recommend the "sweat off the forehead runny-nose hot."
yelp.com - user review - 02/23/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Craig C.

4.0 of 5 stars. This place is great, hit it every time I'm in the area!
yelp.com - user review - 02/14/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Chelsea V.

4.0 of 5 stars. I've never dined inside this place, but take out is good!!The bbq sauce is good and so are the ribs. Cole slaw is okay... The chicken was a little to fatty for me, but I ate around it.Based on all...
yelp.com - user review - 01/16/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Ti B.

3.0 of 5 stars. Ribs USA...oh Ribs USA...You would think with a title like that, that is would represent Ribs in the USA?!?! Right? Not so much.I came here on a delightful date with a super hot dude (I know what...
yelp.com - user review - 12/27/2007
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Ribs U.S. eh

You can't put the word "Ribs" in your business name and have mediocre ribs but some how Ribs USA has pulled it off. Not only that, their brisket is just plain bad. I'd skip this place if you are craving ribs...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/16/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Allan H.

3.0 of 5 stars. Not bad but not necessarily good. I had beef ribs and baby backs. Neither were that great. The sauce was a bit sickly sweet, beef ribs were too chewy, pork ribs a bit gelatinous, the sides boring...
yelp.com - user review - 11/07/2007
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Average BBQ food at best!

Being a BBQ fanatic, I have eaten here many times, including all the way back when it originally opened as "Robbie's Rib Cage". (It has never been as good as Robbie's was). Robbie's sold out to Ribs USA and...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/02/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Peter V.

4.0 of 5 stars. Ribs USA is where I buy my BBQ sauce.Not the grocery store. No way. I suppose eventually I will get to making my own, but until then, I know of only one solution - get a pint at Ribs USA to go.Ribs...
yelp.com - user review - 10/21/2007
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Bad enough to make a barbecue fan cry.

If you've ever had GOOD barbecue, this place will sorely disappoint. For the uninitiated: Barbecue should be slowly smoked for a long time, so that collagen/gelatin is rendered out into the meat, making it...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/09/2007
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Bad enough to make a barbecue fan cry.

If you've ever had GOOD barbecue, this place will sorely disappoint. For the uninitiated: Barbecue should be slowly smoked for a long time, so that collagen/gelatin is rendered out into the meat, making it...
menupages.com - user review - 09/09/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Hillary K.

3.0 of 5 stars. This place is really hit or miss. When the service is good (& you'll know right away) then I've always had a decent meal but when the service sucks, I GUAR-ON-TEEE the food will as well. Not sure...
yelp.com - user review - 08/22/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by R Z.

1.0 of 5 stars. I have been here many times over the past 12 years. This place has been sold a handfull of times and prices have gone up with the change in ownership. I remember when this place use to have all you...
yelp.com - user review - 08/13/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Leah F.

3.0 of 5 stars. If throwing stuff on the ground in a public place makes you feel rebellious, Ribs USA will satisfy. Grab a tray full of peanuts in the shell on your way in and go nuts. har har.It's not the best BBQ...
yelp.com - user review - 08/02/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Jason M.

3.0 of 5 stars. I had my mind set on grabbing a carnitas burrito from Poquito Mas. I parked my car and walked down to grab a Tecate big boy for accompaniment. I passed this rib joint and the smell hit me. After...
yelp.com - user review - 07/27/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by M C.

2.0 of 5 stars. Went here for the first time a few days ago and ordered the Tri-Tip beef sandwich and a side of slaw. i waited nearly 20 minutes to get my sandwich, and there was a total of 4 or 5 patrons in there...
yelp.com - user review - 07/24/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Jim A.

5.0 of 5 stars. Want to know what I love about this place? You go in, saw dust on the floor, picnic tables. I mean you feel like you're at a picnic. The ribs are yummy and you get your hands completely saturated with...
yelp.com - user review - 07/15/2007
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Great customer service

After reading all the hype on ribs usa I thought I would give it a try.I went last night, strarted with the hot wings. I ordered the hottest one "runny nose". From being a spicy lover of food ,I thought this...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/30/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Mike G.

5.0 of 5 stars. It is hard to find great BBQ in LA. This is the best place I have found so far. Good prices and fun staff. Highly recommend.
yelp.com - user review - 06/09/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Kevin F.

5.0 of 5 stars. This is my first Yelp review, so here goes...If you love BBQ, you have to check this place out! It is by far my favorite BBQ place in LA. Here's a typical meal at Ribs USA: First you walk in....
yelp.com - user review - 06/04/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Nate F.

4.0 of 5 stars. There are many bad BBQ restaurants, many where you wonder why people eat there, why people would subject themselves to such horrors. Ribs USA is not one of them. First off, let me begin by saying...
yelp.com - user review - 05/29/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by David S.

5.0 of 5 stars. my favorite ribs spot so far. Bobs world has a sample of almost everything for about 28 bucks.It easily feeds about 3-4 ppl. Very chill ambiance to the place. Has a country feel to it. Service is...
yelp.com - user review - 05/24/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Mike D.

3.0 of 5 stars. I'm always looking for a good place to eat before or after a trip to the airport, and although Ribs USA is a bit out of the way, it seems to fit the bill quite often. I've been basically happy with...
yelp.com - user review - 04/25/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Amy S.

4.0 of 5 stars. Holy CRAP you get a lot of food here, and it's all goshdarn delicious. I mean, like Stephy S., I am a whore for mac 'n cheese, as well as cornbread, so my little foodie heart was at peace here.
yelp.com - user review - 04/24/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by D K.

4.0 of 5 stars. Back in the day when I worked at on the otherside of the hill, we went here for long, lazy lunches. Misnamed. Should be known as Fried Fish USA. Screw the ribs, the fried fish is where it's at. Bad...
yelp.com - user review - 04/22/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Judith V.

5.0 of 5 stars. I was ever so kindly introduced to this place about 3 months ago. The service is great, and the food is freaking awesome. Of course, no matter what you end up getting, you're bound to get more on...
yelp.com - user review - 02/27/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Adam B.

4.0 of 5 stars. I just went to this hole in the wall ribs emporium with the weird statue of the cowboy in the front. First off, any place with peanuts where you can throw the shells on the floor gets some high votes...
yelp.com - user review - 02/16/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Marichelle M.

3.0 of 5 stars. Three memories:1) Sawdust and peanut shells on the floor2) Good cornbread3) Lots of napkinsThe food? Not that bad.
yelp.com - user review - 02/08/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Richard A.

3.0 of 5 stars. Any place with sawdust and peanut shells on the floor automatically earns two stars. Add to that the tasty burgers, fantastic ribs, and helpful wait staff - and it rounds up to 3. One piece of...
yelp.com - user review - 12/05/2006
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THE BEST RIBS EVER

Delicious ribs with the meat literally falling off the bone. Great BBQ sauce too. I also really like the rib tips, give those a try if you feel like using a fork! The macaroni & cheese is a little different,...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/15/2006
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Best in town!

I try as many as I can find and this remains the best. The babybacks are the best Ive had and the Dee's in the house spicy chicken is crazy good. Dont forget the mac and cheese! Beans! Sam Adams on tap!
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Yelp.com Review - by Lori K.

1.0 of 5 stars. Ribs USA.... You broke my heart many moons ago when you did away with the Tuesday night all you can eat chicken wings deal! It must have been those new owners that came in and took over in the late...
yelp.com - user review - 11/03/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Rilindo F.

3.0 of 5 stars. It's a pretty neat place, with good rib sandwitchs and peanuts galore (with the shells all over the floor). But now I'm in the south, so this place sort of pales in comparison with the stuff here. Not...
yelp.com - user review - 09/07/2006
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The greatest

You can be your self, customers and staff are so friendly. The atmosphere is very laid back, a great place to watch the game and enjoy the best bbq , my friends and I have ever been to. Been there about 20...
menupages.com - user review - 08/27/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Heather W.

4.0 of 5 stars. The pork ribs here are delicious! Love the cornbread. Lots of food. I love the fact that I can throw my peanut shells on the floor and not have to worry about cleaning them up later. I didn't...
yelp.com - user review - 08/27/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Sieu H.

4.0 of 5 stars. I love love love the ribs from this place as well as the pulled pork. I think the food is great although the environment of the restaurants leaves something to be desired. I've only dined there once...
yelp.com - user review - 08/11/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by EJ K.

3.0 of 5 stars. This review is probably going to wind up getting me smacked in the head by miss stephy, but here it goes.Can you not taste the mediocrity? I used to come here before I really knew better and it just...
yelp.com - user review - 08/10/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Eddie C.

4.0 of 5 stars. Ok, so you walk in and see the old school arcade game, sawdust and discarded peanut shells on the floor, and the Miller Lite banners and instantly say to yourself, "I'm home." Actually, this down...
yelp.com - user review - 07/18/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by stephy s.

5.0 of 5 stars. I will second Eddie C. on this one and say that YES, this place is DEE-Friggin-LISH! Fall off the bone tasty, sawdust on the floor, better not wear anything you can't handle dripping juicy meaty saucy...
yelp.com - user review - 07/18/2006
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best bbq in l.a.

This place is unique. casual and friendly, perfect for families individuals or couples. Food is finger licking good. Been here 10 times seen many famous sports and movie patrons.
menupages.com - user review - 06/28/2006
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User review by tabemono

Plus - Fast! We were promptly seated and given two paper cups to fill our own drinks at the dispenser along with our own cornbread and butter. Next to the soda machine is a sink with paper towels and soap to...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/10/2006
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Outstanding

This is truly one of the best BBQ joints I have experienced. We come here about 6 times a year and have enjoyed the service as much as the food each and every visit. The cooks certainly know what they are...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/22/2006
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If I wanted a McRib, I'd go to McDonald's!

I had heard great things about this place, so I invited a friend along to order tri-tip sandwiches for take-out. The wait was VERY long, service was indifferent at best, and when we got the sandwiches home --...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/10/2006
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Want to eat a big meal? by nicole a. at InsiderPages

This place is ok. You get a lot for your money, but the quality of food is average. it is loud inside, and you usually have to wait. It has a variety of choices on the menu.
citysearch.com - user review - 12/29/2005
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Ribs USA

The service was great! Ribs were good....meat fell right off the bone...sauce was excellent! Not quite as good as the ones in houston..guess i'm used to all the mesquite. Sausage links were good....but pricey....
citysearch.com - user review - 11/29/2005
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Plenty of food

We picked this place after reading some fellow user reviews and were happy we did. While the food was good, the service was even better. Our drinks arrived within a minute of ordering, and we had our food in...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/01/2005
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Yummy place to go

One of Burbank's favorite place. You might have to wait a little bit, but you can enjoy peanuts during the wait. Their ribs are fantastic. Aside of ribs, you can also enjoy steaks, chicken, baked bean...
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Worth every penny!!! by Rosalie B. at InsiderPages

Okay this place is full of personality from the sawdust and peanut shells on the floors to their nice staff. The Ribs are mouth watering and they give you huge portions!! This place is the best rib place...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/27/2005
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Best Ribs I have ever had! by Scott S. at InsiderPages

Without question RIBS USA has the best tasting Ribs. The meat falls off the bone and the BBQ sauce puts this place over the top. The only negative comment is they are expensive but def. worth it. Make sure you...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/26/2005
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Over-rated Baby

Over-rated, that's what I say about this place. Pricey, small portions & boring hot links. I really wanted to like this place but it's all show & no go. I'll try it again the next time I'm at the studios but I...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/20/2004
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my feedback

Not as good as was expected. The service was efficient, the place was pretty clean but the food was the main disappointment. The ribs & beef were fatty & chewy. They had a slight smoke flavor to them but you...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/20/2004
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BBQ FEEDBACK

Very good service. She was fast, pleasant and always returned to check on us. She apologized for the food saying that it's usually much better. She said that the cooks tend to overcook rather than undercook...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/20/2004
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overrated

Was disappointed in the quality of meats. The service was decent but the meats, ugh. Gotta be the worst hot links I've ever had. Like a tepid hot dog. No heat, no spice. I liked the free peanuts but I didn't...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/20/2004
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Chewy Ribs & Beef

Baby back ribs should fall right off the bone. These ribs were tough & chewy. Seemed to be undercooked. the sauces were a bit week too. Went there from the site review here & won't go back till they learn how...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/20/2004
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great place I will never forg

8 of us had dinner. Between us we figured weve ate at aprox. 500 bbq establishments. After this treat all but one thought this was the greatest.She gave Ribs Usa a close second behind Corkys in Tenn. All of us...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/11/2004
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Not Too Bad

Not a bad place, near the studios. We found the barbeque OK, not great, not bad. The service was the highlight of our visit. The hot links were nothing more than a spicy hot dog. Try the hot links at Leo's BBQ...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/09/2003
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Great ribs...but

a sports bar atmosphere, but will excellent BBQ. Prices are a bit high, at $21 for a slab of ribs.
citysearch.com - user review - 06/12/2003
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Best Ribs in LA

The ribs are fantastic if slightly overpriced. The sandwiches only rate 7-8 out of 10. Free peanuts in a barrel in front. Sports bar atmosphere. Good service.
citysearch.com - user review - 06/05/2003
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the best bbq joint in town!!

quite simply - the best place for ribs in the LA area - since i was introduced to the greatness of ribs usa, i've frequented the place once a week. even the catfish dish, which isn't a bbq staple, is damn...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/13/2003
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great ribs 'American' atmosphere

Very rare do you find restaurant ads be precise with the actual thing. Well here is someplace where you will find exactly what they advertised. Their ribs were so tender that it indeed did 'fall off the bones'...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/27/2002
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10

it is a very good place, go there and spend money it is good
citysearch.com - user review - 06/12/2002
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Wcities

there's nothing fancy about eating tender bbq ribs at this casual hang. the atmosphere here makes it the perfect spot to get that delicious sauce all over your face. free peanuts are available in huge...
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Gayot

locals seem happy to wait nearly an hour to be seated at burbankis favorite rib joint, a no-frills venue with neon beer signs, a peanut shell-covered floor and a robust take-out business. most of the usual...
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there's nothing fancy about eating tender bbq ribs at this casual hang. the atmosphere here makes it the perfect spot to get that delicious sauce all over your face. free peanuts are available in huge...
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10Best

sawdust, roasted peanuts (shells thrown on the floor), beer, ribs - what more could you want in a joint? there's no decor to speak of, but no one seems to care because the ribs are just too good. chicken...
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ribs, plain and simple...
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AOL CityGuide

sure it's not the ritz but i've been back in england for almost two months and i'm still missing the 'wild spears spicy fries'. a great place with friendly staff and really good food at excellent prices. i'll...
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