Highest-rated Barbecue Restaurants in the Oxnard Area by Diners

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Highest-rated barbecue restaurants in the Oxnard area by diners

Barbecue stands as one of America's most cherished culinary traditions, weaving together a rich tapestry of history, regional diversity, and evolving flavors that resonate with diners from coast to coast. A July 2022 YouGov survey revealed that nearly all Americans (96%) who consume meat enjoy barbecue, underscoring its widespread enduring appeal and cross-cultural significance. Among the 1,000 survey respondents, Texas dominated as the place most often associated with barbecue, but the cuisine's roots expand far beyond the Lone Star State.

American barbecue can be traced back to Indigenous cooking techniques and was further enriched by the influences of enslaved Africans. In the centuries since, it's evolved into a multifaceted culinary art with distinct regional styles: the tangy, vinegar-based sauces and slow-cooked pork of the Carolinas; the tender brisket of Texas with sauce served on the side; the robust, sweet-forward flavors characteristic of Kansas City; and Alabama's signature mayo-based white sauce drizzled over some juicy chicken.

Alongside these classic offerings, innovative interpretations have surged in popularity in recent decades, as multicultural variants such as Korean BBQ, with its marinated cuts and sizzling grill presentations, and Mexican barbacoa, known for its richly spiced, slow-cooked succulence, have carved out their own niche in the competitive barbecue landscape.

Over the years, barbecue has not only mirrored America's evolving palate but has also fostered a spirit of community, as festivals, backyard cookouts, and friendly competitions celebrate the art of smoking and grilling—traditions lovingly passed down from generation to generation.

Nationwide, barbecue restaurants today greet families and friends with the intoxicating aroma of slow-smoked meats served on sturdy metal trays, often covered in rustic butcher paper. And what meal would be complete without those hearty sides? Whether you opt for gooey mac and cheese and smoky collard greens or crumbly cornbread and creamy coleslaw, you can't go wrong.

If you're craving some good 'cue in your neck of the woods, Stacker has you covered with the highest-rated barbecue restaurants in Oxnard based on diners' reviews on Yelp as of February 2025. Restaurants with at least 20 reviews tagged as "barbecue" within a 10-kilometer radius of Oxnard were included. As a result, some restaurants featured may serve other food items.

Keep reading to see where to go when the hunger for all things low-and-slow strikes you!

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#18. Da Hickory House BBQ

- Rating: 2.9/5 (174 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2790 Seaglass Way Oxnard, California
- Categories: Barbecue
- Read more on Yelp

#17. Busters Og Bbq & Grill

- Rating: 3.2/5 (156 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2855 Johnson Drive Ste X Ventura, California
- Categories: Barbecue
- Read more on Yelp

#16. L & L Hawaiian BBQ

- Rating: 3.4/5 (290 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 321 West Esplanade Drive Ste 20 Oxnard, California
- Categories: Hawaiian, Barbecue
- Read more on Yelp

#15. Wood Ranch Ventura

- Rating: 3.5/5 (632 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 3449 East Main St. Ventura, California
- Categories: Barbecue, Bars, American
- Read more on Yelp

#14. Gen Korean BBQ House

- Rating: 3.6/5 (2004 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2721 Seaglass Way Oxnard, California
- Categories: Barbecue, Korean
- Read more on Yelp

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#13. Da Hickory House

- Rating: 3.6/5 (121 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 10251 Telephone Road Ventura, California
- Categories: Barbecue
- Read more on Yelp

#12. CJ's Barbecue - Oxnard

- Rating: 3.6/5 (441 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 480 South Victoria Ave. Oxnard, California
- Categories: Burgers, Barbecue, Sandwiches
- Read more on Yelp

#11. Stonefire Grill

- Rating: 3.9/5 (503 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 4880 Telephone Road Ventura, California
- Categories: Barbecue, Salad, American
- Read more on Yelp

#10. Q & Q Hawaiian BBQ

- Rating: 3.9/5 (298 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1780 South Victoria Ave. Unit F Ventura, California
- Categories: Hawaiian, Barbecue, fast food
- Read more on Yelp

#9. Marshall's Bodacious Bbq

- Rating: 3.9/5 (450 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 6353 Ventura Blvd. Unit 18 Ventura, California
- Categories: Barbecue, Salad, American
- Read more on Yelp

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#8. Yummy Hawaiian BBQ

- Rating: 4.2/5 (251 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2516 Saviers Road Oxnard, California
- Categories: Hawaiian, Barbecue
- Read more on Yelp

#7. Sura

- Rating: 4.3/5 (508 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1213 South Victoria Ave. Oxnard, California
- Categories: Korean, Barbecue, Soup
- Read more on Yelp

#6. Smokin Jays

- Rating: 4.3/5 (206 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 430 West Wooley Road Oxnard, California
- Categories: Barbecue, Chicken Shop, American
- Read more on Yelp

#5. Scooters BBQ & Catering

- Rating: 4.5/5 (26 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2646 Palma Drive Ste 170 Ventura, California
- Categories: Caterers, Barbecue
- Read more on Yelp

#4. It's In The Sauce BBQ

- Rating: 4.6/5 (222 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1661 Pacific Ste 12 Oxnard, California
- Categories: Barbecue, Caterers, Food Trucks
- Read more on Yelp

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#3. RibTown B.B.Q

- Rating: 4.6/5 (52 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2125 West Jefferson Blvd. Los Angeles, California
- Categories: Barbecue, Food Trucks, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp

#2. Point Club Cafe & Bar

- Rating: 4.8/5 (29 reviews)
- Address: 1651 Anchors Way Drive at Harbortown Point Ventura, California
- Categories: Barbecue, Mexican, Cocktail Bars
- Read more on Yelp