Wholly Smokes BBQ - Under New Management - La Palma, California

Andrea K.

This place is under new ownership. It even has air conditioning now! Interior felt cleaner as well. As for the food, brisket was delectably tender and the pork belly was to die for. Cornbread was very tasty as well. Love the lower prices on the menu. You'll see us more often just because of that!

Lisa N.

The "Good vibes" place to be! Fill your bellies with the best Korean fried chicken and other bbq smoked goodies cooked with love! Try their exclusive homemade sauces that will leave wanting more. Let Tony and his staff pour you ice-cold beers or drinks of choice and enjoy them in this friendly establishment. This is where you take your friends and family for a great meal that will have you smiling the whole time!

John V.

Let's start pros again.
Brisket and pulled pork are well made. Slight smoke taste and ready for sauce or straight.

Just opened so a few serving hiccups, but staff are friendly and accommodating.

Has a feel of a nice corner BBQ joint, which it is.

The sauces were nice but leaned toward spicy not sweet so be aware of that.

Cons: price to quantity.
Just check the menu and see then cost per pound. Not great.

The sides could have made up for that but they were small. This makes for an incomplete meal.

Ribs, while prepared well had a kick and it was just one note, pepper. No salt, sugar, etc...just peppery.

Will give it a shot in another month or 2 to see how it deals with feedback. At the meal price a little improvement is needed.

Jake P.

Popped in around noon on a Wednesday to find that they were doing a soft opening for their brunch! Banana pancakes were fluffy and great tasting and the over easy eggs were cooked perfectly. Moving on, we ordered the breakfast burrito (and added pulled pork) along with the loaded fries (with pulled pork) and the pulled pork sandwich (you guessed it, also with pulled pork!) The burrito was hefty; I think I gained a couple pounds and couldn't finish the entire thing. The fries were tasty, with seasoning and a jalapeno cheese that was just the right amount of spice. The sandwich was loaded with meat.
This was my second visit and I'll definitely be back again.

zina Q.

Oh my gosh! The pork belly tacos are sooo yum.
Brisket melts in your mouth. Guac, cole slaw, potatoe salad really good! And the corn bread almost a dessert.
Denise is so professional and friendly.
Will definately go back!

Jennifer C. H.

We ate so well! The service was excellent! The portions we perfect! And the flavors are the best! They had a nice collection of beers. Surely any beer drinker can find some to enjoy. Seriously. My husband and I went once and cannot wait to go again.

Loren N.

The food was good. We had ribs, brisket, and pulled pork. The ribs and pulled pork were outstanding, but the brisket was a bit dry, but still tasty in my opinion. The Mac and cheese was great as were the coleslaw and toast. The service was great, Kevin was attentive and friendly. It was hot inside the restaurant, almost uncomfortably in the August heat but luckily the food was served quickly so we didn't have to stay inside for long. The place looked like it had just opened; supplies and kitchen equipment were here there and everywhere but we were told they had been in business for over 3 years so I'm not sure why it was a mess. Not really a big deal just something I observed. All in all the food was good and I will return.

Leslie B.

Great food, friendly staff, great service
This place is a hidden gem! After living 20 years in the south I am very picky about BBQ! Holy Smokes, WHOLLY SMOKES is awesome! This isn't your typical BBQ - it's got a 'slight' Asian twist but still amazing BBQ flavor and tender quality meat. Great selection of beers on tap. Try this place you won't regret it.