Bonnie B's Smokin BBQ Heaven

1280 N Lake Ave, Pasadena
(626) 794-0132

Recent Reviews

Ron M.

Picked up a pound of tender brisket and a large rib tip dinner with a side greens and a side of black eyed pea's on rice. Super smoky BBQ flavor absolutely wonderful! Very reasonable prices and most friendly service. Greens were perfectly cooked and just spicy enough. Only open on weekends now but that's when I need my BBQ fix anyway. Really doesn't get any better.

Ashlee G.

Wowww! Okay sooo if you guys are in the area some of the best bbq & don't forget about their dessert !! Peach cobbler is one of my favs omgg ! 10/10 must try again lmao !! Also all of the workers are so nice & sweet very attentive to my order. Got my order fast & correct !

Sharon Batts

I went to this restaurant to get barbecue for my family and I spent $90. I ordered and paid for the food on my way as soon as we picked up the food we tasted some of from one of the dinners and it was disgusting! so I immediately called the restaurant, my son spoke to them very nicely and explained that we were requesting at least half of our money back because the food, all of it was in of edible. and I was not going to get that food to my children. The young lady on the phone threatened to call the police on us if we came back there to their money back so I’m saying that I’m going to report this restaurant to the Better Business Bureau and I want to tell them have a nice day God bless you I hope the that $90 was worth it. My grandchildren were waiting for food and my grandson just said I’ll try it and then he spit it out and said grandma this is the worst food I’ve ever had oh my God get someone better in there that’s cooking and good get a better quality of food get your business right make some money otherwise close down. After trying to support, I’m very disappointed

Torey P.

Delicious!! I'm a tough BBQ critic but I truly enjoyed this place. The lady behind the counter was friendly and patient with me. Ribs fell off the bone, brisket was delicious as well. Can't wait to go back.

Sue W.

great ribs - slow smoked and fall off bone tender. Best cobblers - fresh and flaky pastry. This is one of my favorite BBQ joints

Holly M.

I was starving and ordered the smoked chicken combo with collard greens & Mac n cheese. I never knew chicken had so few bones because I've never licked them that clean in my life! Every bite of the entire meal was eye-rollingly good. I'm coming back to try the other combos and get some of that cornbread!

Mischalay W.

I ordered via GrubHub. Nothing was missing or spilled. Quality of meat was so good. I had the three meat plate (hot link, ribs, and brisket) with bbq baked beans, Mac n cheese, and collard greens. Food was seasoned perfectly, not overly salty. Definitely ordering again. I wish I had taken a pic before eating.

Lizzie D.

Tried Bonnie's for the first time and was a little surprised they they're currently only open Friday through Sunday. We ordered through Uber Eats on a Sunday afternoon. The food arrived quickly. I had the chicken and brisket two meat combo. The chicken is excellent. Next time, I would just get the chicken by itself. The candied yams were sweeter than I like but I know that's personal preference. Max and cheese was good but the macaroni was over cooked and a little mushy. Overall, I really liked the comfort food vibe and the chicken was definitely the best offering compared to the other meats.

Imani Murray

Came here because it is BBQ and Black Owned. Disappointed, no seating which we didn’t know before, food didn’t really have spice? The best thing we got was the watermelon lemonade… we had ordered 4 meals. Brisket was cubed and tasted odd, kinda tender but not like it was seasoned. Smoked chicken wasn’t dry but the taste was lacking. Collard greens were okay, Mac n cheese was mid, but the yams tasted canned. Overall, not a BBQ heaven but on the highway to hell.

Daniel Fox

Recently came to revisit Bonnie B's Smokin a couple years after my initial visit. Although dining in was a preferable experience, I was still impressed by the authentic BBQ experience (down to a slice of white bread with my chicken and sides!).The BBQ sauce is a bit more runny than what I'm used to, but MAN it tasted good. There was a depth of flavor punctuated by a tang that really complemented the chicken that was cooked to perfection. The mac n cheese and baked beans were great, but the watermelon lemonade was a true standout.I can't wait to come back again.

Kylie O.

Talk about heaven, this was heaven on a plate. This is a small local establishment that is full of so much flavor! The brisket and pork ribs, yum yum yum. The ribs were so tender. The chicken was great! We tried the BBQ chicken salad sandwich, whoever came up with this sandwich should win an award. The sides...we had the collard greens, blackeye peas with rice, baked beans, yams all were great!!!!! The owner and staff were all very friendly, made us feel right at home. You can tell that they take great pride in what they do. If I could give them more than 5 stars I would!

Butterfly Rising

Worst BBQ in the WORLD. Old meat, brisket cubes, fake sides, and stupid high cost. RUN away, ANY place is better including the Mc Rib.

Martin R.

Lots of yummy goodness here! Smokey deliciousness in a friendly neighborhood atmosphere. We tried several different meats and all were wonderful. Chicken and ribs were tender and flavorful, with a nice selection of sauces. Very good smoked salmon and hot links too! Side dishes are tasty and the portions are just right for the very reasonable prices. Owners and staff are friendly and provide great service. We look forward to returning for another fantastic meal very soon!

Crystal J.

excelente order the soul bowl was amazing and the BBQ chicken. Tender meat and the sides were good Yams and black eye peas not a fan of the bbq beans.

F A.

We love the BBQ salmon--so juicy, so tender. Wide range of sides: I like the collards and the okra, my friend always gets the BBQ beans. Delicious!

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