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Lucille's Smokehouse BBQ

★★★★ 4.2 · 2169 reseñas

At Lucille's Smokehouse BBQ in Brea, we take pride in crafting authentic, smoky flavors that transport you straight to the heart of Texas. Located at 1639 E Imperial Hwy, our cozy yet inviting ambiance offers a perfect blend of classic barbecue with modern twists. With a well-ear...

Lucille's Smokehouse BBQ

Bbq · Brea

Slow-cooked love in Brea, Texas-style BBQ awaits

4.2 · 2,169 ressenyes Google

Horari de Lucille's Smokehouse BBQ

Dilluns 12:00–23:00
Dimarts 12:00–23:00
Dimecres 12:00–23:00
Dijous 12:00–23:00
Divendres 12:00–23:30
Dissabte 12:00–23:30
Diumenge 12:00–22:00
www.lucillesbbq.com
Yelp 3.5 (1,959) TripAdvisor 4.1 (236) Uber Eats 4.3 (500) Yellowpages 4.4 (5)

Sobre Lucille's Smokehouse BBQ

At Lucille's Smokehouse BBQ in Brea, we take pride in crafting authentic, smoky flavors that transport you straight to the heart of Texas. Located at 1639 E Imperial Hwy, our cozy yet inviting ambiance offers a perfect blend of classic barbecue with modern twists. With a well-earned 4.2/5 rating fro...

At Lucille's Smokehouse BBQ in Brea, we take pride in crafting authentic, smoky flavors that transport you straight to the heart of Texas. Located at 1639 E Imperial Hwy, our cozy yet inviting ambiance offers a perfect blend of classic barbecue with modern twists. With a well-earned 4.2/5 rating from over 2169 satisfied customers, we’ve established ourselves as a local favorite for both casual family gatherings and memorable social events. Our menu features an array of mouthwatering ribs, brisket, sausages, and more, all slow-cooked to perfection in our signature pit. Whether you’re craving traditional barbecue or something new and exciting, we have the perfect dish waiting for you. Come join us and discover what makes Lucille's Smokehouse BBQ truly special!

Què diuen els clients de Lucille's Smokehouse BBQ

Lucille's Smokehouse BBQ in Brea is a popular spot for good BBQ and a fun atmosphere. Many reviewers praise the ribs, burnt ends, and apple butter. Service is often highlighted, especially by server Mike. Some find it overpriced or experience cold food.

Plats populars

ribs (3) burnt ends apple butter Tri tip bbq baby back ribs onion straws

Ideal per a

Grups Famílies Informal

Tip: Go during off-peak hours (like a Tuesday night) to avoid long waits. The deviled eggs and onion straws are a great way to start!

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Greenbriar Park
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Craig Regional Park
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Craig Regional Park

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Lucille's Smokehouse BBQ es troba a Brea, envoltat de llocs d'interès cultural i històric. Aquests són alguns dels punts més destacats als voltants.

Parcs i Jardins

  • Greenbriar Park (A 471m) — park in Orange County, California, United States of America
  • Craig Regional Park (A 644m) — park in Orange County, California, United States of America

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Preguntes freqüents sobre Lucille's Smokehouse BBQ

Lucille's Smokehouse BBQ es troba a 1639 E Imperial Hwy, Brea, CA 92821, Brea.
A prop de Lucille's Smokehouse BBQ es troben llocs d'interès com Greenbriar Park, Craig Regional Park.
Lucille's Smokehouse BBQ ofereix cuina bbq.
Lucille's Smokehouse BBQ té horari d'atenció. Consulta el perfil per horaris actualitzats.
Els plats més recomanats a Lucille's Smokehouse BBQ segons les opinions dels clients són: ribs, burnt ends, apple butter, Tri tip, bbq baby back ribs.
Lucille's Smokehouse BBQ és ideal per a grups, famílies, informal.
Lucille's Smokehouse BBQ in Brea is a popular spot for good BBQ and a fun atmosphere. Many reviewers praise the ribs, burnt ends, and apple butter. Service is often highlighted, especially by server Mike. Some find it overpriced or experience cold food.
Go during off-peak hours (like a Tuesday night) to avoid long waits. The deviled eggs and onion straws are a great way to start!
2,169
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Opinions de Lucille's Smokehouse BBQ Brea

4.2
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Valerie Haynes
Valerie Haynes

Good food and the service that Mike provided was exceptional! He was very tentative, energetic fast and efficient! He would be the reason why I continue to return to that location.

Barbara Anaya
Barbara Anaya

My favorite location of all Lucille’s! I’ve been coming to this location for over 20 years and service is always great! Enjoyed some delicious bbq baby back ribs, old fashioned and some tasty biscuits. Love their steaks as well.

Anthony Haverland
Anthony Haverland

What a treat. Deviled eggs and onion straws were great way to start.! That combined is crazy good and sure to please taste buds you forgot about. Ribs were deli-cious. Cooked perfectly. Didn’t even need to add sauce, but had to play in all 3 flavors, for sport! The bartender is very professional, cool and etiquette you don’t see in many fine restaurants. He’s the real deal. Thanks for an amazing experience, on the way to work I go, large and bbq charged!

Hannah zhang
Hannah zhang

I don't like pork very much, but the pork here is amazing. Delicious, fat but not greasy, lean but not dry. Recommend everyone to come.

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Zerring J.

The best barbecue in Santa Clarita/Valencia it's worth the ride to visit from Lancaster. I also enjoy the one in Brea

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Clifford H.

Definitely good food. The apple butter was very similar to my great grandma's apple butter. Love the atmosphere and the staff is very efficient

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Jacquelyn R.

Service was great , the place is nice and has an old look to it. music is country/ old school rock n roll. The Tri tip was fire with the bb chicken. I don't recommend the nachos, they got soggy rea…

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Amy B.

The food and the service was amazing! I am a bbq snob as I was a volunteer for two different bbq groups that consisted of professional bbq teams who would bring their personal equipment and bb…

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A b V.

Great atmosphere, wonderful food. The burnt ends are amazing. Great service. We'll always go back when I'm in town. Highly recommend this restaurant.

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TheBabesAndTheBubs

This is a wonderful place if you want good food. Its right off the fwy and has a lot of parking spots. Depending on what time of day, the line can get long but its worth it. We've been here quite o…

Jessica Rutan
Jessica Rutan

I was there for dinner. We had reservations. I was the first person there and the gave me the table and said they would send the of the party to the table. Didn't happen. Sad start. Food is okay. I have had better but good BBQ is hard to find. Portion of food was really small. I was surprised as it was a bit costly.

Self-Protection Sifu
Self-Protection Sifu

If you don't mind paying a premium for Southern-style BBQ from a restaurant chain, Lucille's is a fun and satisfying destination. The Locale: Located right off the 57 Freeway on Imperial Highway, this Lucille's is clean with an enjoyable aesthetic. It's made to look like a mid-20th century smokehouse. The Service: The entire wait staff is friendly and competent, but our server, Erika, was exceptional. She made excellent recommendations, was quick to respond, and brought what we needed even before we asked for it. I can't compliment her enough. The Food: My dad and I shared the Feast for Two package in which you pick an appetizer, entree, and dessert from a set menu. We chose fried onion strings for the starter, pork belly, sausage, and baby back ribs for the main course, and chocolate cake for the dessert. The fried onions were good but were so intertwined like Velcro that it was hard not to spill some eveytime we tried to pull a few strings off the plate. The pork belly was moist with a nice layer of fat (that's a good thing with this choice!). The baby back ribs were solid. And the sausage was genuinely spicy and juicy. Oddly enough the chocolate cake was too sweet and not dense or moist at all; it fell apart every time I tried to cut a piece off. My wife orders the country fried steak, which was yummy. Her veggie sides were just average though. The Price: This is where it hurts. The price of everything on the menu has seen to gone up since the last time I visited. Including tip and taxes, our meal for 3 people came out to be more than $100. This means fewer visits for us overall per year. Bad for us, bad for their business. The Conclusion: Lucille's offers a fun vibe and mostly delicious Southern-style food. But a few average dishes and the steep prices make Lucille's a place I would only go to for special occasions.

JMQZ
JMQZ

The food, service and atmosphere is really good and at a reasonable price. This is my third time eating at Lucille’s and each time has been consistently good. We all have our favorite BBQ place; however, Lucille’s offers very good BBQ with lots of menu options, a large bar and a facility that can accommodate small to large groups.

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Lucille's is always good food and nice atmosphere. Usually it's extremely busy but I went on a Tuesday night and got seated right away. I had the brisket sandwich with coleslaw. Both were good.

MarMalo
MarMalo

Out shopping with wifey and we decided on Lucille’s for late lunch early dinner. Was looking forward to tasty tender BBQ. The service was great. All the staff was super friendly and the wait times were relatively small. Granted we were eating at that glorious hour before the dinner rush. The biscuits are still great. Loved drizzling honey on mine. The pork belly ends are great. Tasty served with crisp butter pickles on a slice of toast - yum yum. The trip tip. Well that didn’t meet the expectation. Was a little dried out. Not tough and chewy just not pull a part tender. Overall a still a great place to meet up with friends or have a nice meal. The sound track is great. Really good music selection.

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John M.

First of all, this is not about the food or the service, even though the service could have been better.\n\nThis rating is regarding the "tabletop payment terminals" and not the payment part, as they…

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John M.

First of all, this is not about the food or the service, even though the service could have been better.\n\nThis rating is regarding the "tabletop payment terminals" and not the payment part, as th…

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John M.

First of all, this is not about the food or the service, even though the service could have been better.\n\nThis rating is regarding the "tabletop payment terminals" and not the payment part, as …

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Kim C.

Went for a team dinner and had excellent service. Reservation was timely, table ready, server Michael was excellent. Helpful with suggestions, frequently checked on us and refilled drinks, bread. Oni…

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Kim C.

Went for a team dinner and had excellent service. Reservation was timely, table ready, server Michael was excellent. Helpful with suggestions, frequently checked on us and refilled drinks, brea…

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Kim C.

Went for a team dinner and had excellent service. reservation was timely, table ready, server Michael was excellent. Helpful with suggestions, frequently checked on us and refilled drinks, bread. O…

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Brandon M.

Been coming to this location for years. The service is solid, the staff in front get your name in fast and tend to get customers seated pretty quickly - even on a busy weekend night! I love getti…

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Jose F.

Overrated and overpriced, how you have a smoker in the middle of the restaurant and the foods still cold; waited nearly an hour to get a plate of lukewarm unseasoned BBQ. Do yourself a favor and go…

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Jose F.

Overrated and overpriced, how you have a smoker in the middle of the restaurant and the foods still cold; waited nearly an hour to get a plate of lukewarm unseasoned bbq. Do yourself a favor and go…

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Jose F.

overrated and overpriced, how you have a smoker in the middle of the restaurant and the foods still cold; waited nearly an hour to get a plate of lukewarm unseasoned BBQ. Do yourself a favor and …

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Joe T.

What can I say it's Lucille's. They have your basic bbq well done and at a reasonable price. Great drinks too!!!

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Penny_is_picky

Great food, nice experience. I thought the food was great, but nothing too special from other places. Our servers was great, sadly I don’t remember his name. I felt the host staff was not very prof…

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Penny_is_picky

Great food, nice experience. I thought the food was great, but nothing too special from other places. Our servers was great, sadly I don’t remember his name. I felt the host staff was not very pr…

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Tom Hartke

We came here on a Friday around 3pm. I ordered ribs and tri-tip. The Tri-tip was dried out like it was sitting ubder a heat lamp for a long time. The ribs covered thick with bbq sauce and were just ok. Cole slaw i didn't care for, butthe corn bread was good. Service was good. The inside was kind of a cool Southern Country type of ambiance.The price is high considering the quality of the food. If you're just looking for good BBQ there are better places around.

Sylvia Guevara
Sylvia Guevara

Ordered 1/3 rack of ribs with 2 sides & a biscuit to go. With tax & tip $33. Price a little high but I splurged. Staff was great, attentive, checked to make sure everything was in the bag. Sides & biscuit so good. But ribs were dry, like beef Jerky. This is why I rarely splurge at places like this. Was not worth it!

Jonathan Hamilton
Jonathan Hamilton

I ordered online and just went in to pick up, the staff were friendly, service was fast, and the restaurant had a wild west theme to it which was cool. The food though, absolutely sucked, specifically the meat. The Mac and cheese, mashed potatoes, and buns were delicious, but we got the family meal, which comes with two types of sausage, ribs, and chicken. The first type of sausage was ok, then I had some ribs and they were full of gristle and bone and the meat was super dry. The chicken was dry, the skin was hard, and barely any seasoning. Lastly was the second type of sausage, some sort of red sausage... I took one bite and immediately spit it out. That was the most diabolical thing I've ever had in my mouth, and that's a lot to claim cause as a mechanic I've had gasoline, diesel, coolant, motor oil, and a slew of other things in my mouth that you would think are worse than sausage. It tasted like black pepper, oregano, Dawn dish soap, and musty beef jerky all rolled into one gritty paste, absolutely disgusting.

Scott
Scott

So I'll preface this by stating I've eaten here a fair number of times and generally enjoyed my experiences. Yet this location seems to be a mixed bag. The food's decent, though lacks consistency; sometimes, it's too salty. Other times, it's under seasoned. Sometimes my plate comes with a hearty piece of fried chicken. Sometimes it's surprisingly dainty and obscured by a giant stack of roughly diced carrots. The prices are fair, especially if you partake in their many frequent deals. Drinks, however, are way too expensive. A lemonade shouldn't cost half the price of an entree. I've generally been ecstatic with the serving staff at this location. Friendly, speedy, helpful. Sometimes, however, potential customers wait too long at the door for a host. I have seen people walk out after 3 minutes of standing around by the entrance. Tragically, this review was inspired by my latest experiences with their desserts. Usually, I order dessert at the restaurant, eat a tad, then package the rest for home. Even partially eaten, it usually puts a hefty dent in one of their medium tubs. Today, I simply got it to go. Hours later, too my surprise, they'd barely added any pudding to a smaller 6oz container. Maybe half full. 3oz of banana pudding for 9 bucks. 4 spoon fulls. Not impressed, Lucille's. I know it's typically, and significantly, larger when served in house. Given the joys of inflation plaguing our wallets, where we choose to spend our money matters. The minimalist dessert portion may have been a mistake, yet it felt as though someone took the opportunity to maximize profit potential assuming I'd be well across town before I discovered the chicanery. Will I go back? Sure. Shamefully, I really enjoy the food when it's at its best. I wish they'd do better at putting forth that best. Let your wallet consider well if it's okay with medicority.

JR P
JR P

We ordered the Beef Ribs and pulled pork, Trout, and Glazed Salmon. The glazed salmon didn't have much of a glaze on it, and it was kind of dry. The trout was okay. The beef ribs were good, but could have been more tender. I think Wood Ranch or Claim Jumper's were both better. The pulled pork and the onion strings were the highlight. So, kind of a mixed bag... I'd still come back, but probably try something different.

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Heidi Fogle

Our server was friendly and attentive. But Jesus, that was the worst barbecue I have ever had. Dry, tough, flavorless. I didn’t even like the flavor of the sauce. I know I have high standards as a Kansas Citian, but SoCal, you can do better than THIS.

Chris Velasco
Chris Velasco

I have had decent service at this location the handful of times that I have been here in the past. But the service that my friend and I received here yesterday was just atrocious. The only reason I gave a second star was because the host was very friendly and polite when he seated us, but that was the highlight of the service that we received for the rest of the night. Our server was polite on the most basic level that you can expect from a server, but we barely saw her at all after she served us our food. Correction: she didn't serve us our food, a different server brought us our food. However, the table behind us, that she was also serving, which was a larger party than us, got a lot of her attention, and what was frustrating is that when she would come to check on them, she would not turn around to check on on us to see if we needed anything else or ask if we needed a refill on our drinks. But of course, you better believe she brought us our check with a huge smile and turned on the politeness at that time. Also, I ordered the Texas cheesesteak sandwich and it was terrible. If you didn't lift up the bread to look inside you wouldn't know that it was actually a sandwich, the brisket was dry, and the cheese tasted like imitation cheese slices that you would buy at the grocery store. This really was not a good experience. I probably would not come back based on my experience from last night.

David Wallace
David Wallace

I had the nicest staff wait on me. My waitress was very attentive and aware. I had the Duo that came with a fried chicken breast and a third rack of ribs. I had the mashed potatoes and vegetables medley. The ribs, potatoes and medley were very good. The gravy and chicken were way too salty. The chicken was batter and fried. The chicken came out too dark like it was fried in dirty oil. The biscuits were cold and half cooked. The biscuits were doughy in the middle. I mentioned to staff about the biscuits condition. They brought replacements but they were cold too. It was not worth a repeat visit for the price and quality. My visit was around 11am. It was not busy. There was no crowd at all.

Jorge Sandoval
Jorge Sandoval

I couldn't believe the food i was served. Appetizer -Smoked Pork Belly Burnt Ends ill give it a 3 out of 5 Dinner was ST. Louis ribs 3 out of 5 and Texas-Style Beef Brisket I give 1 out of 5! Texas-Style Beef Brisket was so dry and hard! They replaced it with slightly less dry n hard! I sat there n watched it start drying!

ilovecali
ilovecali

I originally really liked Lucille's BBQ baby back ribs but here at Lucille's the food and service are really bad. The ribs were not tender and my party's ribs were not enough so we had to wait a long time for the server and wait again for the manager before we could get another menu. I will never go there again.

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Alaska C.

Hadn't been to Lucille's in a long time but joined some friends to get a bite. I expected the location to be busy for Friday but it was surprisingly empty yet we had to wait 30 minutes as a party o…

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Alisa H.

I'm super bummed to have to write this review. I had always been a fan of Lucille's but the last 3x I have been here it's been terrible. They once had the BEST food...I simply don't know what has h…

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Lucy P.

I'll start with the good! Our server Javier was excellent (top tier). While it took a while for our food her checked on us and kept us informed and apologized. Now where it gets a little bad appet…

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Mark M.

Two different experiences:\nFirst, we had a reservation for Thanksgiving. We arrived on time but were told it would be a 45 minute wait. When we were eventually seated, we were informed that they w…

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Mark M.

Two different experiences:\nFirst, we had a reservation for Thanksgiving. We arrived on time but were told it would be a 45 minute wait. When we were eventually seated, we were informed that they w…

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Greg Paddock

Put in a reservation 3 weeks in advance for Thanksgiving. I have a need for 02 24/7 so I am unable to wait for too long or in danger of running out of oxygen. We arrived 10 minutes early to find ma…

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Jeff I.

Wow, that was (profanity removed). What a complete waste of money. This place needs to just go away at this point. The ribs had no flavor and the meat quality was very sub par. Hardly any meat on t…

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Rob P

After being seated and waiting 15 mins and not 1 server waiting on us let alone greeting us. We got up and left. Horrible customer service!

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Rob P

After being seated and waiting 15 mins and not 1 server waiting on us let alone greeting us. We got up and left. Horrible customer service!

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Rob P

After being seated and waiting 15 mins and not 1 server waiting on us let alone greeting us. We got up and left. Horrible customer service!

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David V

Food is old and stale. Needs to be checked by the health department. The only I was able to eat was the green tomatoes. The ice tea had no flavor.

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David V

food is old and stale. Needs to be checked by the health department. The only I was able to eat was the green tomatoes. The ice tea had no flavor.

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C1100SHjudyh

My friends and I are forming a bi-weekly happy hour Group and thought Lucille's was a great spot to do so. In short, I will never return. The bathrooms were so disgusting they were unusable. It'…

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Scott H

HELLO I WENT to LUCILLES, the first time yesterday in TEMPE ARIZONA. I ordered carryout and was really disgusted regarding the poor quality of the food order. I ordered 5 big ribs, that they say ar…

Laila Sharma
Laila Sharma

I’ve been a loyal customer of Lucille’s in Brea for over 20 years, and this was by far the most disappointing experience I’ve ever had there. My family and I came in for New Year’s Eve lunch and noticed that many of the items we usually order were missing from the menu. When the waiter came by, he explained it was a holiday menu. I acknowledged what he said and mentioned—politely—that it didn’t include a lot of the food we normally enjoy. His response was completely unprofessional and shocking. He said, “The Lazy Dog is down the road, just saying, and if you decide to leave you can use that exit door.” We were stunned. No customer should ever be spoken to that way, especially after decades of loyalty. Another waitress overheard part of the exchange and came over to apologize, which I appreciated, but by then the damage was done. We left and went to Lazy Dog, where we were treated with respect and had a great meal. I never expected to be dismissed so rudely at a place I’ve supported for over two decades. Sadly, this experience has made me reconsider returning to this location.

Minjee Lee
Minjee Lee

I ordered the Family Meal for Four and upgraded the meat to two full racks of baby back ribs (+$9.50 each). When I opened the box, I honestly felt uncomfortable seeing the ribs already cut up. They were sliced into small pieces, about one or two bones each, which I really didn’t like. Since the meat itself was quite dry, it made the presentation feel even more disappointing. Not a single piece was tender or juicy. Considering the overall menu and portion, the price was reasonable. Next time, I’ll definitely ask them not to cut the ribs.

Bernie Glosser
Bernie Glosser

My family had reservations on Thanksgiving for 8 of us. To enjoy dinner with our family BUT. Our reservations was at 3:30pm. We were all there at 3:30. So we waited for our table At 4:00 my husband walked our and ask about our table. The girl said the server were cleaning it up So at 4:45 we asked again. Now it 5:00pm. And we were still waiting. So at 5:30 we were seated. The poor server was so overwhelmed We got our food at 6 00. The food looked like it was the last turkey in the restaurant The turkey was dry, the gravy was dry and looked like it the from last year. We asked for a manager and he Came said the restaurant run out of turkey Do go to Lucille on a holiday The staff cannot handle the load.0

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1639 E Imperial Hwy, Brea, CA 92821

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12:00, 23:00
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# Lucille's Smokehouse BBQ en Brea: Un Viaje Culinario al Corazón del Sabor Sureño en el Condado de Orange

Brea, California, una ciudad que equilibra la prosperidad moderna con un encanto comunitario distintivo en el corazón del Condado de Orange, es un crisol de experiencias que van desde el arte público hasta vibrantes distritos comerciales. En este dinámico telón de fondo, un aroma inconfundible a ahumado y dulce se eleva, invitando a residentes y visitantes a un viaje gastronómico al sur de los Estados Unidos: el de Lucille's Smokehouse BBQ.

Más que un simple restaurante, Lucille's es una institución que celebra la rica tradición de la barbacoa americana, ofreciendo una auténtica inmersión en la hospitalidad sureña y en sabores que han sido perfeccionados a lo largo de generaciones. Ubicado en Brea, con coordenadas 33.9111288, -117.8812712, este establecimiento se ha convertido en un punto de referencia para quienes buscan una experiencia culinaria reconfortante y memorable.

Brea: Un Entorno Vibrante para una Experiencia Culinaria

Para comprender plenamente el atractivo de Lucille's Smokehouse BBQ, es esencial situarlo en el contexto de Brea. Esta ciudad, cuyo nombre en español significa "brea" o "alquitrán", tiene una historia fascinante arraigada en la industria petrolera de principios del siglo XX. Lo que comenzó como un pequeño asentamiento en torno a los pozos de petróleo se ha transformado en una de las comunidades más deseables del sur de California.

Brea es conocida hoy por su compromiso con las artes, ejemplificado por su aclamado programa de arte público que adorna calles y parques con esculturas impresionantes. También es un centro comercial próspero, con el Brea Mall y una variedad de tiendas y restaurantes que atraen a visitantes de toda la región. Su centro histórico, revitalizado, ofrece una mezcla encantadora de boutiques, galerías y establecimientos gastronómicos que contribuyen a una atmósfera vibrante y familiar.

La ubicación de Brea en el Condado de Orange le otorga una ventaja estratégica. Goza de un clima mediterráneo idílico, con días soleados la mayor parte del año, lo que fomenta un estilo de vida al aire libre. Su proximidad a las principales autopistas facilita el acceso a otras atracciones del sur de California, desde las playas del Pacífico hasta los parques temáticos de renombre mundial. Esta combinación de historia, cultura, comodidad moderna y accesibilidad crea un ambiente ideal para un restaurante como Lucille's, que se esfuerza por ofrecer una experiencia que es a la vez auténtica y accesible.

El establecimiento de Lucille's en Brea se beneficia de esta energía comunitaria, atrayendo a una clientela diversa que incluye familias, parejas, grupos de amigos y profesionales. Su presencia complementa la variada oferta culinaria de la ciudad, añadiendo una robusta opción de barbacoa que a menudo es difícil de encontrar con un nivel de autenticidad tan consistente.

Lucille's Smokehouse BBQ: La Filosofía Detrás del Sabor

Lucille's Smokehouse BBQ no es un restaurante cualquiera; es una oda a la tradición culinaria del sur de los Estados Unidos. La filosofía central de Lucille's gira en torno a tres pilares: la autenticidad del sabor, la calidez de la hospitalidad sureña y un compromiso inquebrantable con la calidad.

El nombre "Smokehouse" no es meramente decorativo; es una declaración de intenciones. En el corazón de cada Lucille's hay un ahumadero dedicado donde las carnes son cocinadas lentamente durante horas, a menudo más de doce, utilizando maderas selectas como el nogal americano (hickory) y el roble. Este proceso de ahumado lento es la clave para infundir a las carnes con ese sabor profundo, complejo y ahumado que es el sello distintivo de la auténtica barbacoa. No se trata de cocinar rápido, sino de paciencia y maestría para transformar cortes de carne en obras de arte tiernas y jugosas.

El menú de Lucille's es un compendio de los clásicos de la barbacoa sureña, cuidadosamente elaborados para reflejar la diversidad de las tradiciones regionales. Desde las costillas de cerdo baby back, que se desprenden del hueso con facilidad, hasta el brisket de res ahumado a la perfección, cada plato cuenta una historia de herencia culinaria. Pero la barbacoa no es solo carne; es también una sinfonía de acompañamientos y postres que completan la experiencia. Los lados caseros, preparados con recetas tradicionales, son tan esenciales como la carne misma, y los postres son el broche de oro perfecto para una comida abundante.

La inspiración para Lucille's proviene de los viajes por el Sur, de la exploración de pequeñas juntas de barbacoa familiares y de la admiración por la forma en que la comida puede unir a las personas. Este espíritu se traduce en cada aspecto del restaurante, desde la decoración hasta el servicio, creando un ambiente que invita a la relajación y al disfrute compartido.

La Experiencia en Lucille's Brea: Más Allá del Plato

Visitar Lucille's Smokehouse BBQ en Brea es adentrarse en un espacio diseñado para transportar a los comensales a una acogedora cabaña de barbacoa en el sur profundo. La atmósfera es una parte integral de la experiencia, cuidadosamente curada para evocar la calidez y el encanto de la hospitalidad sureña.

Al cruzar el umbral, los visitantes son recibidos por una decoración que combina elementos rústicos con toques vintage. Las paredes a menudo están adornadas con recuerdos de la música blues, fotografías históricas y artefactos que cuentan la historia de la barbacoa y la cultura sureña. La iluminación cálida, los acabados de madera y los cómodos asientos contribuyen a un ambiente relajado y familiar. La música de blues y jazz, que a menudo suena de fondo, añade una capa adicional de autenticidad, sumergiendo a los comensales en la rica herencia musical del sur.

El servicio en Lucille's es conocido por su amabilidad y atención. El personal encarna el espíritu de la hospitalidad sureña, haciendo que cada huésped se sienta bienvenido y cuidado. Ya sea que se trate de recomendar un plato, explicar las diferencias entre los tipos de costillas o simplemente asegurarse de que las bebidas estén llenas, el objetivo es proporcionar una experiencia sin estrés y agradable. Es un lugar donde las familias pueden reunirse, los amigos pueden celebrar y los colegas pueden relajarse después de un largo día.

La ubicación específica en Brea, con coordenadas 33.9111288, -117.8812712, se encuentra en una zona de la ciudad que es típicamente accesible y conveniente para los residentes y aquellos que transitan por la región. Brea, siendo una ciudad bien planificada, ofrece amplias opciones de estacionamiento y una infraestructura que facilita la llegada al restaurante. Aunque no se especifica una dirección exacta, estas coordenadas sugieren una ubicación dentro de la red urbana de Brea, probablemente cerca de zonas comerciales o de fácil acceso desde las principales arterias de la ciudad. Esto significa que Lucille's Brea es un destino práctico para una comida improvisada o una celebración planificada, integrándose perfectamente en el tejido de la vida cotidiana de la comunidad.

La experiencia en Lucille's Brea no se limita a la comida; es un paquete completo que apela a todos los sentidos, desde el aroma ahumado que impregna el aire hasta los sonidos del blues y la calidez del servicio, todo ello enmarcado por el vibrante telón de fondo de la ciudad de Brea.

Un Banquete para los Sentidos: Platos Imprescindibles

El menú de Lucille's Smokehouse BBQ es una celebración de los sabores audaces y reconfortantes del sur, diseñado para satisfacer todos los antojos de barbacoa. Cada plato es una muestra de la dedicación a la autenticidad y la calidad que define al restaurante.

Las Carnes Ahumadas: La Estrella del Espectáculo

  • Costillas Baby Back: Estas son a menudo la joya de la corona. Ahumadas lentamente hasta que la carne se desprende del hueso con una facilidad asombrosa, se sirven con la salsa barbacoa secreta de Lucille's, que equilibra dulzura, acidez y un toque especiado. Son tiernas, jugosas y rebosantes de sabor ahumado.
  • Costillas St. Louis: Un corte más grande y carnoso que las baby back, las costillas St. Louis ofrecen una experiencia más robusta. Con su deliciosa capa de grasa marmolada y su cocción lenta, son increíblemente sabrosas y satisfacen incluso a los apetitos más grandes.
  • Brisket de Res Ahumado: Un verdadero testamento a la paciencia y el arte del ahumado. El brisket se cocina a baja temperatura durante muchas horas, resultando en una carne increíblemente tierna, con una corteza (bark) sabrosa y un anillo de humo rosado distintivo. Se deshace en la boca, ofreciendo un sabor profundo y carnoso.
  • Cerdo Desmenuzado (Pulled Pork): Otra especialidad ahumada lentamente, el cerdo desmenuzado es tierno y jugoso, perfecto para apilar en un sándwich o disfrutar solo. Su versatilidad lo convierte en un favorito, especialmente cuando se combina con la salsa barbacoa de la casa.
  • Pollo Ahumado: Para quienes prefieren las aves, el pollo ahumado de Lucille's es una opción deliciosa. Su piel crujiente y su carne suculenta y ahumada demuestran que el ahumado no es solo para el cerdo y la res.
  • Salchichas Hot Links: Con un toque picante y un sabor ahumado, estas salchichas son un complemento perfecto o un plato principal por derecho propio, añadiendo un toque diferente a la oferta de carnes.

Los Acompañamientos (Sides): Tan Importantes como la Carne

Ninguna comida de barbacoa está completa sin sus acompañamientos, y Lucille's sobresale en esta categoría con una selección de clásicos caseros:

  • Macarrones con Queso (Mac & Cheese): Cremosos, ricos y con un queso fundido a la perfección, son el epítome de la comida reconfortante.
  • Coles Verdes (Collard Greens): Un verdadero sabor del sur, cocinadas con carne ahumada para un perfil de sabor profundo y ligeramente amargo que complementa las carnes.
  • Puré de Patatas con Salsa: Suave y cremoso, el puré de patatas es un acompañamiento clásico, realzado por una rica salsa casera.
  • Ensalada de Col (Coleslaw): Crujiente y refrescante, la ensalada de col proporciona un contrapunto ligero a la riqueza de las carnes ahumadas.
  • Pan de Maíz (Cornbread): Húmedo y ligeramente dulce, el pan de maíz es perfecto para absorber los jugos de la barbacoa o simplemente disfrutarlo con mantequilla.
  • Patatas Fritas: Crujientes y bien sazonadas, son un clásico que nunca falla.

Postres y Bebidas: El Final Perfecto

Para culminar la experiencia, Lucille's ofrece postres que evocan la dulzura del sur:

  • Peach Cobbler: Un postre clásico sureño, con melocotones dulces cocidos bajo una capa de masa crujiente, a menudo servido caliente con una bola de helado.
  • Banana Pudding: Cremoso y reconfortante, este pudín de plátano en capas es un favorito tradicional.

En cuanto a las bebidas, la Sweet Tea es una necesidad absoluta, el verdadero sabor del sur en un vaso. Además, una selección de cervezas artesanales y otras bebidas completa la oferta.

Cada visita a Lucille's Smokehouse BBQ en Brea es una oportunidad para explorar y disfrutar de la profundidad de la cocina sureña, con platos que no solo alimentan el cuerpo sino que también nutren el alma con su sabor y su historia.

La Cultura del BBQ Americano y su Reflejo en Lucille's

La barbacoa americana es más que un método de cocción; es un pilar cultural, una tradición profundamente arraigada en la historia y el tejido social del país. Su origen se remonta a las técnicas de cocción lentas de los nativos americanos y las influencias africanas y europeas, evolucionando a lo largo de los siglos en una diversidad de estilos regionales que hoy celebran los amantes de la gastronomía.

En el sur de los Estados Unidos, la barbacoa se convirtió en sinónimo de comunidad, celebración y hospitalidad. Los "pit masters" eran figuras respetadas, y los eventos de barbacoa eran ocasiones para reunir a familias y vecinos, compartiendo historias y risas alrededor de una comida abundante. Cada región (Carolina del Norte, Carolina del Sur, Memphis, Kansas City, Texas) desarrolló sus propias especialidades, desde las salsas a base de vinagre hasta las que llevan mostaza, pasando por las dulces y picantes, y las que se centran en el brisket o el cerdo entero.

Lucille's Smokehouse BBQ, aunque ubicado en el oeste, se esfuerza por capturar y honrar esta rica tradición del sur. No se adhiere rígidamente a un solo estilo regional, sino que extrae lo mejor de varias tradiciones para crear una experiencia de barbacoa que es a la vez familiar y distintivamente suya. La cocción lenta en el ahumadero, la dedicación a la calidad de la carne y la elaboración de salsas y acompañamientos caseros son un testimonio de su respeto por las raíces de la barbacoa.

Más allá de la comida, Lucille's refleja el espíritu de la barbacoa como una experiencia comunal. El ambiente vibrante, el servicio amable y las porciones generosas fomentan la interacción y el disfrute compartido. Es un lugar donde las personas pueden bajar la guardia, disfrutar de una comida sin pretensiones y crear recuerdos, tal como se ha hecho en las reuniones de barbacoa en el sur durante generaciones. Sirve como un embajador cultural, llevando un pedazo del sur a la comunidad de Brea y ofreciendo a los comensales una ventana a una de las expresiones culinarias más queridas de América.

Consejos Prácticos para Visitar Lucille's Brea

Para aprovechar al máximo su visita a Lucille's Smokehouse BBQ en Brea, aquí hay algunos consejos prácticos que le ayudarán a planificar su experiencia:

  • Mejores Horarios para Visitar: Lucille's puede ser muy popular, especialmente durante las horas pico. Para evitar esperas largas, considere visitar para el almuerzo temprano (antes de las 12:00 PM) o la cena temprano (antes de las 6:00 PM) en días de semana. Los fines de semana suelen ser más concurridos, pero el ambiente festivo compensa la espera. Si planea una visita en horas punta, considere utilizar cualquier sistema de "llamada anticipada" o lista de espera que el restaurante pueda ofrecer.
  • Ideal para Familias: Lucille's es un restaurante muy familiar. Ofrecen menús para niños y un ambiente acogedor para todas las edades. Las porciones suelen ser generosas, lo que facilita compartir entre los más pequeños.
  • Opciones de Takeout y Catering: Si prefiere disfrutar de la barbacoa en la comodidad de su hogar o necesita alimentar a un grupo grande para un evento, Lucille's suele ofrecer opciones de comida para llevar y servicios de catering. Es una excelente manera de llevar el sabor ahumado a su próxima reunión.
  • Celebraciones y Eventos: El ambiente espacioso y festivo de Lucille's lo convierte en un lugar adecuado para celebrar cumpleaños, aniversarios o reuniones de grupo. Si planea un evento grande, es recomendable contactar al restaurante con antelación para preguntar sobre reservas o áreas semiprivadas.
  • Estacionamiento y Accesibilidad: Dada su ubicación en Brea (33.9111288, -117.8812712), que es una ciudad suburbana bien desarrollada, es probable que Lucille's cuente con amplio estacionamiento en sus inmediaciones o en un centro comercial cercano. Brea es generalmente accesible para personas con movilidad reducida, y se espera que el restaurante cumpla con los estándares de accesibilidad.
  • No olvide los acompañamientos: Si bien la carne es la estrella, los acompañamientos son igualmente importantes para una experiencia completa de barbacoa. Asegúrese de probar una variedad para encontrar sus favoritos, desde el mac & cheese hasta los collard greens.
  • Pruebe las salsas: Lucille's suele ofrecer varias salsas BBQ en la mesa. No dude en probarlas todas para encontrar la que mejor complementa su plato.

Al seguir estos consejos, su visita a Lucille's Smokehouse BBQ en Brea será tan placentera y deliciosa como se espera de una auténtica experiencia de barbacoa sureña.

Conclusión

Lucille's Smokehouse BBQ en Brea es más que un simple destino gastronómico; es un portal a la rica tradición y hospitalidad del sur de los Estados Unidos, convenientemente ubicado en el vibrante corazón del Condado de Orange. Desde el momento en que el aroma a ahumado impregna el aire hasta el último bocado de sus tiernas carnes y deliciosos acompañamientos, cada aspecto de la experiencia está diseñado para deleitar y satisfacer.

En un entorno que celebra la comunidad, la historia y el arte, Lucille's se erige como un faro de sabor auténtico y momentos compartidos. Es un lugar donde las historias se cuentan alrededor de la mesa, donde las risas llenan el aire y donde la comida reconfortante nutre el cuerpo y el alma. Ya sea que sea un residente de Brea o un visitante que explora las maravillas del sur de California, una visita a Lucille's Smokehouse BBQ promete ser una aventura culinaria inolvidable que lo dejará con ganas de volver. Es una invitación abierta a experimentar la magia de la barbacoa sureña, una tradición que continúa uniendo a las personas plato a plato.


Guía Completa de Estilo de Vida y Vivienda en Brea, California

Brea, una joya en el Condado de Orange, California, se distingue como una ciudad que ofrece un estilo de vida excepcionalmente equilibrado. Conocida por su compromiso con el arte público, sus excelentes servicios comunitarios y su próspero sector comercial, Brea combina la tranquilidad de un suburbio bien establecido con la vitalidad de un centro urbano en crecimiento. Para aquellos que buscan un lugar para establecerse en el sur de California, Brea presenta un carácter mixto: es predominantemente residencial con amplias zonas verdes, pero también cuenta con un sólido núcleo comercial y un centro artístico que le otorgan una identidad única y atractiva.

1. INTRODUCCIÓN

Brea es una ciudad que ha sabido reinventarse, evolucionando de sus raíces en la industria petrolera a convertirse en una comunidad moderna y deseable. Es un lugar donde la calidad de vida es una prioridad, manifestada en sus calles limpias, su baja tasa de criminalidad percibida y su fuerte sentido de comunidad. La ciudad es ideal para quienes buscan un ambiente suburbano con acceso fácil a comodidades urbanas, ofreciendo un equilibrio perfecto entre la vida familiar, las oportunidades laborales y el ocio. Su ubicación estratégica en el Condado de Orange la convierte en un punto de partida conveniente para explorar todo lo que el sur de California tiene para ofrecer.

2. PERFIL DEMOGRÁFICO

El perfil demográfico de Brea es bastante diverso, aunque se inclina fuertemente hacia familias con niños y profesionales que buscan un entorno de vida de alta calidad. La ciudad atrae a una mezcla de:

  • Familias: Con su reputación de excelentes distritos escolares y un ambiente seguro, Brea es un imán para familias que buscan un lugar estable para criar a sus hijos. Los parques y programas comunitarios refuerzan esta orientación familiar.
  • Jóvenes Profesionales: Aquellos que trabajan en el Condado de Orange o en áreas cercanas de Los Ángeles encuentran en Brea un lugar atractivo para vivir, gracias a su calidad de vida y su relativamente fácil acceso a los centros de empleo.
  • Jubilados: La seguridad, los servicios de calidad y la abundancia de opciones de ocio y recreación también hacen de Brea un lugar deseable para los jubilados que buscan una comunidad activa y bien mantenida.

La comunidad es generalmente activa y comprometida, con una fuerte participación en eventos locales y actividades cívicas, lo que contribuye a un ambiente acogedor y amigable.

3. MERCADO INMOBILIARIO

El mercado inmobiliario en Brea es competitivo, reflejando su atractivo y la deseabilidad general del Condado de Orange. Ofrece una amplia gama de opciones de vivienda para adaptarse a diferentes estilos de vida y presupuestos:

  • Casas Unifamiliares: Son el tipo de vivienda predominante, variando desde casas tradicionales de mediados de siglo hasta construcciones más modernas y de lujo. Muchas propiedades cuentan con jardines bien cuidados y amplios espacios, ideales para familias. Los precios pueden variar significativamente según el tamaño, la ubicación y el estado de la propiedad, pero generalmente se sitúan en el rango medio-alto para el sur de California.
  • Adosados y Condominios: Para aquellos que buscan menos mantenimiento o un punto de entrada más accesible al mercado inmobiliario de Brea, hay una buena selección de adosados y condominios. Estas opciones suelen ofrecer comodidades como piscinas comunitarias, gimnasios y áreas recreativas.
  • Apartamentos en Alquiler: Brea cuenta con varios complejos de apartamentos modernos que ofrecen una variedad de planos de planta y amenidades. Los precios de alquiler son competitivos y reflejan la alta demanda por vivir en esta ciudad.

Aunque los precios son más elevados que el promedio nacional, Brea es considerada una inversión sólida en el Condado de Orange, con un valor de propiedad que tiende a ser estable y en crecimiento. Las opciones van desde viviendas starter hasta propiedades de lujo, lo que permite a una amplia gama de compradores y arrendatarios encontrar su lugar.

4. TRANSPORTE

El transporte en Brea, como en gran parte del sur de California, está predominantemente centrado en el uso del automóvil personal.

  • Acceso a Autopistas: Brea goza de una ubicación estratégica con fácil acceso a varias autopistas clave, incluyendo la 57 (Orange Freeway) y la 91 (Riverside Freeway), y la cercana 5 (Santa Ana Freeway). Esto facilita los desplazamientos a centros de empleo en el Condado de Orange, Los Ángeles y el Inland Empire.
  • Transporte Público: El sistema de autobús local, operado por el OCTA (Orange County Transportation Authority), ofrece rutas que conectan Brea con ciudades adyacentes y con centros de transporte. Sin embargo, la frecuencia y la cobertura pueden ser limitadas en comparación con las grandes ciudades, por lo que un coche sigue siendo casi esencial para la vida diaria.
  • Distancia al Centro: El centro de Los Ángeles está aproximadamente a 45-60 minutos en coche sin tráfico, aunque este tiempo puede variar considerablemente en horas pico. Otras ciudades importantes del Condado de Orange, como Anaheim o Santa Ana, son mucho más accesibles.
  • Conectividad: A pesar de la dependencia del automóvil, la red de carreteras dentro de Brea es eficiente, y la ciudad está bien planificada para el flujo del tráfico local. No hay conexiones directas de metro o tren ligero dentro de Brea, lo que subraya la necesidad de un vehículo privado.

5. SERVICIOS

Brea se enorgullece de ofrecer una gama completa de servicios de alta calidad a sus residentes, lo que contribuye significativamente a su atractivo:

  • Colegios: El Brea Olinda Unified School District es altamente calificado y reconocido por su excelencia académica. La ciudad cuenta con excelentes escuelas primarias, secundarias y preparatorias, lo que es un factor decisivo para muchas familias.
  • Hospitales y Atención Médica: Si bien Brea puede no tener un gran hospital dentro de sus límites exactos, está rodeada de ciudades con instalaciones médicas de primer nivel, como el Providence St. Jude Medical Center en Fullerton o el Kaiser Permanente Anaheim Medical Center, garantizando acceso a atención de salud integral.
  • Supermercados y Compras: La ciudad ofrece una amplia variedad de opciones de compra, desde grandes cadenas de supermercados como Ralphs, Vons y Alberts
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