Pecos Bill's Bar-B-Q

11/05/09

Pecos Bill's Bar-B-Q out of this world

by Jdib at Citysearch

I grew up on Pacos Bills every Friday my father would bring it home in the 50's. I now live in Northern Cal. I still make it a point to stop by there and have lunch every trip to Southern Cal. The rest of the time I crave Pacos Bills everyday. The people that don't get it, "Don't get it" period. Once you do get it you realize that they are second to none. I have never been able to go to any other Barbecue place since I moved away only because nothing is good enough! I was there 2 weeks ago with my family. I was in Heaven for 25 minutes. I can still imagine the taste!!!! It was interesting watching the constant line down the sidewalk all day long until it closes. Those people get it!!!

• Pros: Sauce and flavors are unique
• Cons: I live too far away to eat there everyday

05/06/09

3rd Generation

by dirtstockcarracing at Citysearch

To me Pecos Bill isnt just great food its a tradition. My family has been eating at Pacos Bill's for the past 3 generations. My grandfather started going here when he worked at Lockheed, and the family has been hooked ever since(we even have to ship overnite to out of state family). For me my fav is shreeded beef sandwich with extra sauce and beans are great too if u leave room :-) Always arrive early.

• Pros: Simple and great BBQ

12/05/08

A Lifetime of BBQ

by Hiero at Citysearch

I was introduced to Pecos Bills with sandwiches brought home by my dad so many years go. It is one of my earliest childhood memories. Since that day I've been back to the Pecos Bills when the opportunity arises. Admittedly, it was easier to get there when I worked across the street or my dad had his office there. It was easier when a friend worked for Baskin-Robbins at its since moved Headquarters. Now, when I go to downtown LA or head out towards points east and its lunchtime, I'll make a stop at Pecos Bills.

It is true as others have reported that its a hole-in-the-wall. You stand on the sidewalk and place your order and pick it up through the same window. They now have some picnic tables out on the street, but that wasn't always the case. In days gone by, you had to take it with you. Of course, down the block from Pecos Bills is Griffith Park and there's plent of room to laydown a blanket or eat at one of the park's picnic tables.

What makes this place special is the sauce. It comes in two varieties hot and regular. The regular variety is based upon pan drippings and doesn't have a touch of tomato in it. I'm not sure what is in it, but it is truly unlike any BBQ I have had anywhere - Kansas City, Alabama or North Carolina, to name a few. Truly mouthwatering experience. They also have cole slaw and homemade ranch beans flavored with the same sauce.

• Pros: Moutwatering BBQ Sandwiches, Great Beans and Slaw.
• Cons: Ribs are only served on weekends and they can close early.