Rick Tully

Wood Ranch, founded in 1992, set out with a clear mission: to offer high-quality food in a relaxing, welcoming atmosphere at reasonable prices. More than three decades later, it’s safe to say they delivered on that promise, and then some. From the moment you walk into the restaurant, you’re met with warm lighting, friendly staff, and a laid-back yet polished environment that invites you to stay a while. But what truly keeps people coming back is the food especially the barbecue. Their slow-roasted tri-tip, tender baby back ribs, and perfectly smoked brisket are nothing short of exceptional. Every bite bursts with rich, smoky flavor, and the generous portions ensure no one leaves hungry. The sides, too, deserve recognition from the garlic mashed potatoes to the signature peanut coleslaw, everything feels thoughtfully crafted and made from scratch. Wood Ranch strikes a rare balance between casual comfort and top-tier dining. It’s the kind of place where you can bring the family for a laid-back dinner, meet friends for drinks and ribs, or even celebrate a special occasion. Reasonable prices, quality ingredients, and consistent service have made it a go-to destination for barbecue lovers across Southern California, and a standout in the crowded dining scene.

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Robert Jones

What a pleasant surprise! We were staying near this BBQ restaurant and decided to give it a try. The beef ribs are the best I have ever had. We also tried the pulled pork, which is also excellent. Don't sleep on this place!

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Justin Jones

This was honestly one of the best meals I’ve ever had in my life. I tried the tri-tip and baby back ribs while my wife had a filet. Everything was cooked perfectly. We both commented on how well it was prepared and how it was better than places that cost more back home. Our server, Ashley, was so friendly and helpful. Her service was even better than the food which was a very high bar to top. I don’t live nearby, but if I am ever in this area again, this will be a must stop.

Angie Nagel

My date and I stopped by Wood Ranch in Agoura Hills last Saturday night for a quick bite, and we were blown away by the experience. From the moment we stepped out of the car, the incredible aroma of barbecue filled the air—our mouths were watering before we even walked in! Inside, the place had fantastic energy. It was great to see families gathered at the tables, and I loved that the booths weren’t just regular booths—they were huge, perfect for big groups. The vibe was warm and welcoming, with a sports bar feel in the best way possible—a little music, TVs playing the game, and an amazing bar staff. Speaking of the staff, the ladies at the bar were outstanding—friendly, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. We felt right at home. We weren’t overly hungry, so we shared a plate of pulled pork, corn on the cob, asparagus, and some amazing homemade bread. I also had a lovely glass of wine. The flavors were absolutely spot on—so delicious! The only small downside was that the food could have been a little warmer (especially the corn), but honestly, it was so good that we didn’t mind. Beyond the food, what really stood out was the atmosphere—it felt like the kind of place locals come back to again and again, and I can see why. Great energy, great service, and great food. We really enjoyed ourselves and will definitely be back!

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Daniel Mozes (DaDa)

I decided to come here for my birthday with my parents and my wife. The food here is always amazing and delicious—nothing to complain about. They start you off with the rolls, which are soft and buttery, and I just can’t get enough of them. Word of caution: try not to eat too many rolls before your meal arrives! For my main dish, I got the roasted chicken with mashed potatoes and a side of steamed broccoli. This is always my go-to dish since I can’t have anything with tomatoes in it. My wife got the baby back ribs (a full rack) and shared them with my mom. It wouldn’t be a Wood Ranch experience if someone didn’t order the baby back ribs, am I right? The service is always top-notch and friendly. If you ever need anything on short notice, just let the server know, and they’ll take care of it for you. The ambiance is always a vibe. During the day, the lights are a bit brighter, but in the evening, they dim them to create a more romantic atmosphere. It’s a great spot to take your wife, girlfriend, husband, or boyfriend for a date or an anniversary celebration. I will always love Wood Ranch, no matter what, and make it a point to come here at least a few times a year to enjoy those buttery rolls. I 100% recommend this Wood Ranch location in Agoura Hills, CA—or any of their locations—to anyone and everyone!

Mair margret Olivares

If you're looking for a quick, satisfying meal, Wood Ranch delivers on all fronts. The service is impressively fast, ensuring you won't be waiting long for your food, even during peak hours. The portions are generous, so you'll definitely leave feeling full. The food itself is top-notch—flavorful and cooked to perfection. A standout is their garlic bread, which is crispy on the outside and soft inside, bursting with that perfect garlicky goodness. Whether you're stopping in for a casual meal or a hearty dinner, Wood Ranch makes sure you get both quality and value. Highly recommended!

Just returned from a fantastic lunch. I am very picky, and as of late am quite disappointed in most restaurants that I have gone to. Everything here was spot on perfection. I ordered the beef ribs wi…

Came on a busy Friday with reservation of course. Seated within 5 minutes. Amazing service by Juliana, so refreshing to have such a good attentive server even on a busy night. Exceptional. Food was v…

Came on a busy Friday with reservation of course. Seated within 5 minutes. Amazing service by Juliana, so refreshing to have such a good attentive server even on a busy night. Exceptional. Food w…

Came on a busy Friday with reservation of course. Seated within 5 minutes. Amazing service by Juliana, so refreshing to have such a good attentive server even on a busy night. Exceptional. Food was…

I have constantly enjoy wood ranch. Service is wonderful and omg the ribs, the baked potato, the chicken. Omg. It's always excellent.

I have constantly enjoy wood ranch. service is wonderful and omg the Ribs, the baked potato, the chicken. Omg. It's always excellent.

I have constantly enjoy wood ranch. Service is wonderful and omg the ribs, the baked potato, the chicken. Omg. It's always excellent.

Hot tip for great service. Sit in Megan's section and have Hayden help you. Amazing staff and great service. Thank you for taking care of my family and I. My baby enjoyed the baby platter and o…

I've been to Wood Ranch Grill before, and honestly, I don't understand how this place has only 3.5 stars -- it's absolutely a five-star experience.\n\nThere was no wait, the food came out promptl…

Food and service is Always above par! ambiance is family friendly as well. \n\nLove the bread rolls, Mac and cheese, tri tip sliders and loaded mashed potatoes.

The food's amazing the service is always so good. atmosphere is so good all around great place to eat kid friendly handicap access all of that.

Popped in to see my favorite server Kayla ! She was quick with service and so sweet and kind! I loved her recommendations and can't wait to go back again !

Beef ribs were amazing the service was great Cadillac margaritas very good \nWe enjoyed this place very much and our service man Joseph was excellent \nThank you for your food and service we will b…

My favorite American BBQ spot! The food, the music, the famous Liquid Candy... everything was amazing. Most importantly, Jazzy was the best and fastest server. She went above and beyond--she even b…

Lovely lovely experience for a weekday dinner! I was craving a baked potato of all things and invited a friend to join me for dinner. It was super crowded but the wait was only 15 minutes. Once we …

Been going to the Agoura location for years and it's always been pretty consistent "dining-in" experience. Went recently and our waitress was awesome! She was very attentive, on top of things, and su…

Been going to the Agoura location for years and it's always been pretty consistent "dining-in" experience. Went recently and our waitress was awesome! She was very attentive, on top of things, and …

This was honestly one of the best meals I’ve ever had in my life. I tried the tri-tip and baby back ribs while my wife had a filet. Everything was cooked perfectly. We both commented on how well it w…

This was honestly one of the best meals I’ve ever had in my life. I tried the tri-tip and baby back ribs while my wife had a filet. Everything was cooked perfectly. We both commented on how well …

Large menu and friendly staff! The garlic rolls are incredible and I had a tri tip salad that was great and my partners loved the brisket and the ribs. Save room for desert! This place is con…

Lovely warm welcome, Excellent food and service. Big portions and tasty. Warm, cozy environment. Very price friendly.

Large menu and friendly staff! The garlic rolls are incredible and I had a tri tip salad that was great and my partners loved the brisket and the ribs. Save room for desert! This place is…

Large menu and friendly staff! The garlic rolls are incredible and I had a tri tip salad that was great and my partners loved the brisket and the ribs. Save room for desert! This place is con…

Lovely warm welcome, Excellent food and service. Big portions and tasty. Warm, cozy environment. Very price friendly.

Lovely warm welcome, Excellent food and service. Big portions and tasty. Warm, cozy environment. Very price friendly.

This was a great spot- we made a reservation and just had to wait a few minutes for them to clear a table before we were seated. The staff were all very friendly and the food was amazing. I order…

We were seated almost immediately at 5 o'clock. The servicer (Wendy) was exceptionally personable. The food was excellent and the prices were reasonable. This is a restaurant you can go to several …

10 of us made resos to have dinner at Wood Ranch Place was packed, got seated after 15 minutes. drinks, appetizers, main course! Wow A very pleasant experience! Great food & service!

Went for an early dinner at 4 pm on a Sunday. After a long day of driving it was exactly what we were hoping for. Tried the Berry Smash with vodka, that alone was a 5 star. Got the full rack of B…

The best Trip Tip for miles around. The only local place where I will order it. The sides and other food is great also. Crowded, but well worth the wait. Service is great and the people make th…

Mike K

There can be a wait here, especially on weekends. Be prepared for 30 minutes or more. Their menu was recently revised and overall prices are higher. Our table was not exactly clean and the concierge suggested I wipe it down myself. Not too pleased with that attitude. Food and service was okay. It's basically the same stuff, just more expensive.

Mike Wilcott

Was really impressed by the atmosphere when we first walked in. It kind of felt like a throwback to a 90s restaurant, but also felt up to date. Our waitress struggled to keep up and we waited a long time to order and to get our check. Once we ordered food came out pretty quickly. The food was of good quality, but some lacked much flavor.

Good food and great service. Loved our server. She was very friendly and helpful. Definitely will be coming back

Food was good, drinks were not up to par. \nOverpriced and under filled. I would recommend the food, but no alcoholic beverages.

3.9 stars but I'll round it up to a four. \n\nFirst off the the bread rolls are tasty full of a garlic and butter flavor but it did come out slightly stale.\n\nNext the beers on draft have a great …

We went there Friday night with a big group, we had a reservation but still had to wait for more than 30 minutes, I give it 4 stars cause the food was really good and it's nice place for big group …

The surroundings in the Wood Ranch restaurant are quite elegant. There is dark paneling on the walls and lots of open space. The food is among the best in Ventura County, California. The menu feature…

The surroundings in the Wood Ranch restaurant are quite elegant. There is dark paneling on the walls and lots of open space. The food is among the best in Ventura County, California. The menu featu…

This is my go to eatery when visiting family in the area. It is always crowded, prepare to wait. We were seated way way in the back, the place is larger than it seems. Food always good.

Everything is always so great at this restaurant. I usually bring my mom here because she loves the beef ribs and the service is just great. I have one complaint so today is labor day and I went th…

The ambiance was nice, the server was nice, the drinks were good, but the food was just okay... Lacking flavor. We've had much better BBQ.

Food was very good. The bar tender could not multi task & was very friendly but took forever to get drinks. Took too much time chatting not doing her job.

We had ribs-good, tritip sandwich was ok. Next table over ordered peach cobbler and didn’t like it. We didn’t try it. Server was very friendly and described the food well.

Alexander Lyapkin

​I am extremely disappointed with my visit today. The menu clearly states that the business lunch is served until 4:00 PM. I arrived at 3:55 PM, but was refused service on the grounds that it was too late. If an establishment sets timeframes, they should adhere to them. A waste of my time and a ruined mood. Photos from my past visit

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Michael

This was one of the worst restaurants we have been to in a long time. For a place that prides itself on having good barbecue, it’s so disappointing. We got the Buffalo wings, tri-tip salad, and smoked brisket dinner, and literally the only thing that was good was the garlic bread that came out before everything else. Honestly, it’s pretty much impossible to mess up garlic bread though. The Buffalo wings had barely any sauce and tasted frozen (and even Pizza Hut has better Buffalo wings…these are certainly not “killer”), the tri-tip steak was extremely chewy and tough, and the brisket was the worst brisket we have ever had. Not moist, not tender, and it tasted like bland, boiled Dollar Store steak. Even the barbecue sauce that came with it wasn’t good!! How is that even possible?! The mac and cheese side was so different from Kraft mac and cheese, and the peanut Cole slaw was the only side somewhat decent. Ridiculously overpriced for the quantity and quality you get, and I cannot ever recommend this place. It’s like the owner visited Texas one weekend and thought they learned all there was to know about making good barbecue. Obviously, they did not. So avoid it!!

This is not the first time this place has done this. The bread was hard as a rock, completely inedible. That doesn't happen overnight. This was old food, period.\n\nIf you order takeout from here, un…

This is not the first time this place has done this. The bread was hard as a rock, completely inedible. That doesn't happen overnight. This was old food, period.\n\nIf you order takeout from here…

Another HORRIBLE experience in west lake! Sat at the bar we had made reservations for 8:30 and came early n sat at the bar.My bf and I ordered the SAME thing and of course mine comes out well done …

Went for happy hour and got charged full price be were!!!!! I’m a regular spend 600 to 1000 a month and will never be back been getting worse and worse the last few weeks don’t know what they’re th…