Gus's BBQ - South Pasadena

4.6

2037 Reviews

$30 and under

Barbecue

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2 people

Dec 4, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 20 times today

Neighborhood gem
Good for groups
Charming

Since 1946, Gus’s has been serving the good folks of South Pasadena (and beyond!) true Southern hospitality and some of the best real pit BBQ around. Housed on historic Route 66, Gus’s is a tribute to Southern life, where family, tradition and celebration are of the utmost importance. A menu filled with traditional Southern cooking and authentic, wood-smoked BBQ is complemented by an impressive range of whiskies, wines, cocktails and local craft beers. Today, Gus’s is a space for a warm welcome, a cold mint julep, and a big plate of the best flavors from the American South and Midwest. You’ll leave knowing exactly why Gus’s food has been hailed, “….so good that we found ourselves eating more than we’d imagined” by S. Irene Virbila, Los Angeles Times and was named one of the top 10 BBQ restaurants on the west coast by Sunset Magazine.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Barbecue, Comfort Food, American
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(626) 799-3251
Website
http://gussbbq.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
Gus’s BBQ Catering brings the celebrated hospitality of our restaurant straight to your event. Let us know a day and time you'd like your items ready, and we'll have your order packed to pick up from the restaurant, or we can deliver everything to you. Our team can stay to take care of set up, cleanup, and everything in between, working hard to ensure that you and your guests are able to sit back and enjoy a no-fuss gathering filled with fresh and delicious BBQ! Whether we are celebrating your big day or catering your office party we strive to bring a touch of Southern Hospitality to any event through a collaborative process that accommodates each event’s unique needs. We look forward to working together!
Private party facilities
Gus's BBQ welcomes private parties of up to 20 people for any occasion. We are able to accommodate you in our private room located in the rear of the restaurant

Location
808 Fair Oaks Ave, South Pasadena, CA 91030
Neighborhood
South Pasadena
Cross street
Mission Street
Parking details
Guests can park in our parking lot on the north side of the building, just to the left of the front door. Street parking also available on Fair Oaks and Mission St.
Public transit
Gus's is located only a couple of blocks from the South Pasadena gold line station.
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Southern BBQ Meal$150.00
**Please allow an additional 30 minutes for preparation** Meal feeds 4 to 6 and includes the following: - 1.5 Racks of Memphis Baby Backs or St. Louis Spare Ribs - 1.5 BBQ Brick or Southern Fried Chickens - 1.5 pounds of one of the following: Texas Beef Brisket, Carolina Pulled Pork, Original Smoked Sausage or Jalapeño Cheddar Smoked Sausage - 2 Quart of Signature Sides - 1 Cast Iron Cornbread - Choice of BBQ Sauce
- Baby Back Ribs$0.00
- St Louis Spare Ribs$0.00
- BBQ Brick Chicken$0.00
- Southern Fried Chicken$0.00
- Texas Beef Brisket$0.00
- Carolina Pulled Pork$0.00
- Original Smoked Sausage$0.00
- Jalapeno Cheddar Smoked Sausage$0.00
- 1 Cast Iron Cornbread$0.00

Appetizers

Cast Iron Cornbread$8.95
served with jalapeño jelly and honey butter
Pulled Pork Nachos$16.95
three cheese sauce, bbq baked beans, smoked mozzarella, jack cheese, tomato, red onion, guacamole, pickled jalapeños, original bbq sauce
Deviled Eggs$9.95
crispy smoked ham, sweet chipotle seasoning
Gus's Hot Wings$14.95
6 wings, choice of wing sauce, choice of ranch or blue cheese dressing
- No Sauce$0.00
- Fiery Wing Sauce$0.00
- Cajun Dry Rub$0.00
- Southern Honey Chili Crisp$0.00
- Ranch$0.00
- Blue Cheese$0.00
- Ranch and Blue Cheese$0.00
Gus's BBQ Sliders$15.95
cheddar cheese, shredded onion strings, original bbq sauce, roasted garlic aioli
- Add 4th Slider$3.95
Shredded Onion Strings$8.95
served with homemade ranch
BBQ Quesadilla$16.95
smoked mozzarella, fontina, fire roasted peppers, red onion, cilantro, smoked jalapeño aioli, corn salsa. choice of: bbq grilled chicken, brisket or pulled pork
- Brisket$0.00
- Pulled Pork$0.00
- Chicken$0.00
- Cheese Only$0.00
- No Meat$0.00
Classic Spinach & Artichoke Dip$14.95
charred salsa, homemade tortilla chips
Texas Queso$11.95
southern chili crisp, charred salsa, homemade tortilla chips

Soups

Bowl Smokehouse Chili$8.95
Nebraska ground beef, cheddar cheese, red onion, pickled jalapeños
Bowl Pork Chile Verde$8.95
hominy, tomatillo, fire roasted chilies, cilantro, red onion

BBQ Specialties

5 Bones Memphis Baby Back Ribs$24.95
brushed with our original bbq sauce
8 Bones Memphis Baby Back Ribs$31.95
brushed with our original bbq sauce
Full Rack Memphis Baby Back Ribs$38.95
5 Bones St. Louis Spare Ribs$24.95
brushed with our original bbq sauce
8 Bones St. Louis Spare Ribs$31.95
brushed with our original bbq sauce
Full Rack St. Louis Spare Ribs$38.95
brushed with our original bbq sauce
10oz Texas Prime Beef Brisket$27.95
dry rubbed and smoked for up to 14 hours
7oz Carolina Style Pulled Pork$22.95
smoked low & slow with our signature rub
7oz Texas Prime Beef Brisket$24.95
dry rubbed and smoked for up to 14 hours
10oz Carolina Style Pulled Pork$25.95
smoked low & slow with our signature rub
BBQ Brick Chicken$23.95
half of a boneless chicken grilled and brushed with our original bbq sauce
Peppercorn Crusted Angus Tri-Tip$27.95
glazed with our original bbq sauce, served medium
Original Smoked Sausage$17.95
two of our smoked sausages, grilled and brushed with original bbq sauce
Jalapeño Cheddar Smoked Sausage$17.95
two jalapeño smoked sausages, grilled and brushed with our carolina gold bbq sauce
Add - House Salad$5.95
Only available when entree is ordered
Add - Ceasar Salad$5.95
Only available when entree is ordered

BBQ Combos

mix and match to make the perfect combo

Ribs and Two Meat Combo$33.95
mix and match to make the perfect combo
- Baby Back Ribs$0.00
- St Louis Spare Ribs$0.00
Chicken and Two Meat Combo$31.95
mix and match to make the perfect combo
- Brick Chicken$0.00
- Fried Chicken$0.00
Ribs and Chicken Combo$34.95
mix and match to make the perfect combo
- Baby Back Ribs$0.00
- St Louis Spare Ribs$0.00
- Brick Chicken$0.00
- Fried Chicken$0.00
Picnic Platter$38.95
mix and match to make the perfect combo
- Baby Back Ribs$0.00
- St Louis Spare Ribs$0.00
- Brick Chicken$0.00
- Fried Chicken$0.00
- Beef Brisket$0.00
- Pulled Pork$0.00
- Smoked Sausage$0.00
- Jalapeno Sausage$0.00
Add - House Salad$5.95
Only available when entree is ordered
Add - Ceasar Salad$5.95
Only available when entree is ordered

Southern Kitchen

Southern Fried Chicken$22.95
half a boneless chicken, roasted garlic mashed potatoes, braised southern greens, gravy
Nashville Hot Chicken$23.95
boneless southern fried chicken, Nashville dust, cole slaw, red skin potato salad, sliced pickles
Fried Catfish and Chips$17.95
cornmeal seasoned, french fries, spicy tartar sauce
- French Fries$0.00
- Sweet Potato Fries$0.00
- Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes$0.00
- Mac N Cheese$0.00
- Cole Slaw$0.00
- Red Skin Potato Salad$0.00
- BBQ Baked Beans$0.00
- Creamed Corn$0.00
- Braised Southern Greens$0.00
- Jalapeno Cheddar Grits$0.00
- Dirty Rice$0.00
- Sautéed Green Beans$0.00
- Onion Strings$0.00
- Mixed Greens$0.00
- No Side$0.00
Chicken Fried Steak$22.95
breaded steak cutlet, country gravy, roasted garlic mashed potatoes, creamed corn
Gumbo$23.95
chicken, jumbo shrimp, andouille sausage, traditional dark roux, white rice, fried okra
Shrimp and Grits$21.95
grilled shrimp, anson mills charred jalapeño grits, andouille sausage, gumbo gravy, pickled okra
BBQ Loaded Baked Potato$16.95
texas queso, chopped brisket, applewood smoked bacon, shredded cheddar, sour cream
Add - House Salad$5.95
Only available when entree is ordered
Add - Ceasar Salad$5.95
Only available when entree is ordered

Burgers

Gus's Famous Burger$18.95
cheddar cheese, applewood smoked bacon, shredded onion strings, original bbq sauce, roasted garlic aioli
- Rare$0.00
- Medium Rare$0.00
- Medium$0.00
- Medium Well$0.00
- Well Done$0.00
- BBQ Baked Beans$0.00
- Cole Slaw$0.00
- Creamed Corn$0.00
- Dirty Rice$0.00
- French Fries$0.00
- Braised Southern Greens$0.00
- Charred Jalapeño Grits$0.00
- Mac 'N Cheese$0.00
- Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes$0.00
- Red Skin Potato Salad$0.00
- Sautéed Green Beans$0.00
- Sweet Potato Fries$0.00
- Tangy Cabbage$0.00
- Mixed Greens$0.00
- Onion Strings$0.00
- No Side$0.00
All American Burger$17.95
shredded lettuce, tomato, red onion, pickle, american cheese, thousand island, toasted bun
- Rare$0.00
- Medium Rare$0.00
- Medium$0.00
- Medium Well$0.00
- Well Done$0.00
- BBQ Baked Beans$0.00
- Cole Slaw$0.00
- Creamed Corn$0.00
- Dirty Rice$0.00
- French Fries$0.00
- Braised Southern Greens$0.00
- Charred Jalapeño Grits$0.00
- Mac 'N Cheese$0.00
- Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes$0.00
- Red Skin Potato Salad$0.00
- Sautéed Green Beans$0.00
- Sweet Potato Fries$0.00
- Tangy Cabbage$0.00
- Mixed Greens$0.00
- Onion Strings$0.00
- No Side$0.00
The Vegetarian$16.95
bbq-soy glaze, lettuce, tomato, red onion, smoked mozzarella, roasted garlic aioli, toasted bun
- BBQ Baked Beans$0.00
- Cole Slaw$0.00
- Creamed Corn$0.00
- Dirty Rice$0.00
- French Fries$0.00
- Braised Southern Greens$0.00
- Charred Jalapeño Grits$0.00
- Mac 'N Cheese$0.00
- Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes$0.00
- Red Skin Potato Salad$0.00
- Sautéed Green Beans$0.00
- Sweet Potato Fries$0.00
- Tangy Cabbage$0.00
- Mixed Greens$0.00
- Onion Strings$0.00
- No Side$0.00

Sandwiches

BBQ Chicken Sandwich$15.95
gruyere cheese, shredded onion strings, original bbq sauce, roasted garlic aioli
- BBQ Baked Beans$0.00
- Cole Slaw$0.00
- Creamed Corn$0.00
- Dirty Rice$0.00
- French Fries$0.00
- Braised Southern Greens$0.00
- Charred Jalapeño Grits$0.00
- Mac 'N Cheese$0.00
- Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes$0.00
- Red Skin Potato Salad$0.00
- Sautéed Green Beans$0.00
- Sweet Potato Fries$0.00
- Tangy Cabbage$0.00
- Mixed Greens$0.00
- Onion Strings$0.00
- No Side$0.00
- Add Bacon$1.75
Smoked Tri Tip Dip$20.95
horseradish aioli, fontina cheese, bourbon caramelized onions, au jus, toasted roll
- BBQ Baked Beans$0.00
- Cole Slaw$0.00
- Creamed Corn$0.00
- Dirty Rice$0.00
- French Fries$0.00
- Braised Southern Greens$0.00
- Charred Jalapeño Grits$0.00
- Mac 'N Cheese$0.00
- Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes$0.00
- Red Skin Potato Salad$0.00
- Sautéed Green Beans$0.00
- Sweet Potato Fries$0.00
- Tangy Cabbage$0.00
- Mixed Greens$0.00
- Onion Strings$0.00
- No Side$0.00
Carolina Style Pulled Pork Sandwich$15.95
cole slaw, pickled red onion, carolina gold, seeded bun
- BBQ Baked Beans$0.00
- Cole Slaw$0.00
- Creamed Corn$0.00
- Dirty Rice$0.00
- French Fries$0.00
- Braised Southern Greens$0.00
- Charred Jalapeño Grits$0.00
- Mac 'N Cheese$0.00
- Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes$0.00
- Red Skin Potato Salad$0.00
- Sautéed Green Beans$0.00
- Sweet Potato Fries$0.00
- Tangy Cabbage$0.00
- Mixed Greens$0.00
- Onion Strings$0.00
- No Side$0.00
Blackened Cajun Catfish Sandwich$16.95
blackened catfish, shredded lettuce, tomato, red onion, spicy tartar sauce, toasted bun
- BBQ Baked Beans$0.00
- Cole Slaw$0.00
- Creamed Corn$0.00
- Dirty Rice$0.00
- French Fries$0.00
- Braised Southern Greens$0.00
- Charred Jalapeño Grits$0.00
- Mac 'N Cheese$0.00
- Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes$0.00
- Red Skin Potato Salad$0.00
- Sautéed Green Beans$0.00
- Sweet Potato Fries$0.00
- Tangy Cabbage$0.00
- Mixed Greens$0.00
- Onion Strings$0.00
- No Side$0.00
Fried Cajun Catfish Sandwich$16.95
fried catfish, shredded lettuce, tomato, red onion, spicy tartar sauce, toasted bun
- BBQ Baked Beans$0.00
- Cole Slaw$0.00
- Creamed Corn$0.00
- Dirty Rice$0.00
- French Fries$0.00
- Braised Southern Greens$0.00
- Charred Jalapeño Grits$0.00
- Mac 'N Cheese$0.00
- Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes$0.00
- Red Skin Potato Salad$0.00
- Sautéed Green Beans$0.00
- Sweet Potato Fries$0.00
- Tangy Cabbage$0.00
- Mixed Greens$0.00
- Onion Strings$0.00
- No Side$0.00
Gus's Fried Chicken Sandwich$16.95
spicy bbq & ranch slaw, pickles, smoked jalapeno aioli, toasted bun
- BBQ Baked Beans$0.00
- Cole Slaw$0.00
- Creamed Corn$0.00
- Dirty Rice$0.00
- French Fries$0.00
- Braised Southern Greens$0.00
- Charred Jalapeño Grits$0.00
- Mac 'N Cheese$0.00
- Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes$0.00
- Red Skin Potato Salad$0.00
- Sautéed Green Beans$0.00
- Sweet Potato Fries$0.00
- Tangy Cabbage$0.00
- Mixed Greens$0.00
- Onion Strings$0.00
- No Side$0.00
Gus's Hot Chicken Sandwich$16.95
nashville dust, spicy bbq & ranch slaw, pickles, smoked jalapeno aioli, toasted bun
- BBQ Baked Beans$0.00
- Cole Slaw$0.00
- Creamed Corn$0.00
- Dirty Rice$0.00
- French Fries$0.00
- Braised Southern Greens$0.00
- Charred Jalapeño Grits$0.00
- Mac 'N Cheese$0.00
- Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes$0.00
- Red Skin Potato Salad$0.00
- Sautéed Green Beans$0.00
- Sweet Potato Fries$0.00
- Tangy Cabbage$0.00
- Mixed Greens$0.00
- Onion Strings$0.00
- No Side$0.00
Rib Sandwich$16.95
cole slaw, original bbq sauce, roasted garlic aioli, seeded bun
- BBQ Baked Beans$0.00
- Cole Slaw$0.00
- Creamed Corn$0.00
- Dirty Rice$0.00
- French Fries$0.00
- Braised Southern Greens$0.00
- Charred Jalapeño Grits$0.00
- Mac 'N Cheese$0.00
- Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes$0.00
- Red Skin Potato Salad$0.00
- Sautéed Green Beans$0.00
- Sweet Potato Fries$0.00
- Tangy Cabbage$0.00
- Mixed Greens$0.00
- Onion Strings$0.00
- No Side$0.00
Smoked Turkey Sandwich$16.95
Cajun Mayo, Pickled Relish, Bacon, Blue Cheese, Tomato, on Toasted Grain Bread
- BBQ Baked Beans$0.00
- Cole Slaw$0.00
- Creamed Corn$0.00
- Dirty Rice$0.00
- French Fries$0.00
- Braised Southern Greens$0.00
- Charred Jalapeño Grits$0.00
- Mac 'N Cheese$0.00
- Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes$0.00
- Red Skin Potato Salad$0.00
- Sautéed Green Beans$0.00
- Sweet Potato Fries$0.00
- Tangy Cabbage$0.00
- Mixed Greens$0.00
- Onion Strings$0.00
- No Side$0.00
Texas Prime Beef Brisket Sandwich$17.95
poblano chow chow, pickled red onion, original bbq sauce, gus’s house spread, seeded bun
- BBQ Baked Beans$0.00
- Cole Slaw$0.00
- Creamed Corn$0.00
- Dirty Rice$0.00
- French Fries$0.00
- Braised Southern Greens$0.00
- Charred Jalapeño Grits$0.00
- Mac 'N Cheese$0.00
- Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes$0.00
- Red Skin Potato Salad$0.00
- Sautéed Green Beans$0.00
- Sweet Potato Fries$0.00
- Tangy Cabbage$0.00
- Mixed Greens$0.00
- Onion Strings$0.00
- No Side$0.00

Salads

House Salad$9.95
mixed greens, blue cheese crumbles, candied peanuts, sourdough croutons, louisiana peanut dressing
Caesar Salad$12.95
romaine and radicchio, grated parmesan, sourdough croutons, parmesan crisp
Iceberg Wedge$12.95
applewood smoked bacon, tomato, pickled red onion, blue cheese crumbles, creamy blue cheese dressing
BBQ Chicken Chopped Salad$18.95
romaine, mixed greens, jicama, corn salsa, tomato, red onion, monterey jack, toasted almonds, crispy quinoa, bbq ranch dressing
Gus's Old Fashioned Cobb$16.95
smoked turkey, romaine, blue cheese crumbles, applewood smoked bacon, avocado, tomato, chives, hard-boiled egg, sherry vinaigrette
Pulled Pork Tostada$17.95
mixed greens, corn salsa, tomatillo black beans, smoked mozzarella, smoky guacamole, tortilla chips, balsamic vinaigrette
BBQ Seared Steak Salad$20.95
smoked tri-trip, mixed greens, toasted almonds, shaved radish, oven roasted tomatoes, marinated dates, blue cheese crumbles, shredded onion strings, charred sweet onion vinaigrette
Blackened Chicken Salad$20.95
blackened chicken, mixed greens, toasted almonds, shaved radish, oven roasted tomatoes, marinated dates, blue cheese crumbles, shredded onion strings, charred sweet onion vinaigrette
Blackened Salmon Salad$20.95
Blackened salmon, kale, mixed greens, quinoa, red bell pepper, tomato, cucumber, marinated dates, dill, smoked tomato vinaigrette

Tacos

BBQ Brisket Tacos$14.95
original bbq sauce, fire roasted corn pico, ancho salsa, monterey jack, cilantro, pickled red onion
- Add Carnitas Taco$6.95
- Add Brisket Taco$6.95
Border Town Carnitas Tacos$14.95
avocado crema, pico de gallo, radish, cilantro, pickled red onion
- Add Carnitas Taco$6.95
- Add Brisket Taco$6.95

Kids Menu

Mini Cheeseburgers$8.95
two plain cheeseburgers
- BBQ Baked Beans$0.00
- Cole Slaw$0.00
- Creamed Corn$0.00
- Dirty Rice$0.00
- French Fries$0.00
- Braised Southern Greens$0.00
- Charred Jalapeño Grits$0.00
- Mac 'N Cheese$0.00
- Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes$0.00
- Red Skin Potato Salad$0.00
- Sautéed Green Beans$0.00
- Sweet Potato Fries$0.00
- Tangy Cabbage$0.00
- Mixed Greens$0.00
- Onion Strings$0.00
- No Side$0.00
- Kids Coke$0.00
- Kids Diet Coke$0.00
- Kids Sprite$0.00
- Kids Lemonade$0.00
- Kids Iced Tea$0.00
- Kids Apple Juice$0.00
- Kids Orange Juice$0.00
- Kids Cranberry Juice$0.00
- Kids Water$0.00
- Kids Milk$0.00
- Kids Chocolate Milk$0.00
- No Drink$0.00
- Rare$0.00
- Medium Rare$0.00
- Medium$0.00
- Medium Well$0.00
- Well Done$0.00
- Side of Fruit$0.00
Grilled BBQ Chicken Breast$9.95
- BBQ Baked Beans$0.00
- Cole Slaw$0.00
- Creamed Corn$0.00
- Dirty Rice$0.00
- French Fries$0.00
- Braised Southern Greens$0.00
- Charred Jalapeño Grits$0.00
- Mac 'N Cheese$0.00
- Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes$0.00
- Red Skin Potato Salad$0.00
- Sautéed Green Beans$0.00
- Sweet Potato Fries$0.00
- Tangy Cabbage$0.00
- Mixed Greens$0.00
- Onion Strings$0.00
- No Side$0.00
- Kids Coke$0.00
- Kids Diet Coke$0.00
- Kids Sprite$0.00
- Kids Lemonade$0.00
- Kids Iced Tea$0.00
- Kids Apple Juice$0.00
- Kids Orange Juice$0.00
- Kids Cranberry Juice$0.00
- Kids Water$0.00
- Kids Milk$0.00
- Kids Chocolate Milk$0.00
- No Drink$0.00
- Side of Fruit$0.00
Grilled Cheese Sandwich$8.95
cheddar cheese grilled on sourdough bread
- BBQ Baked Beans$0.00
- Cole Slaw$0.00
- Creamed Corn$0.00
- Dirty Rice$0.00
- French Fries$0.00
- Braised Southern Greens$0.00
- Charred Jalapeño Grits$0.00
- Mac 'N Cheese$0.00
- Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes$0.00
- Red Skin Potato Salad$0.00
- Sautéed Green Beans$0.00
- Sweet Potato Fries$0.00
- Tangy Cabbage$0.00
- Mixed Greens$0.00
- Onion Strings$0.00
- No Side$0.00
- Kids Coke$0.00
- Kids Diet Coke$0.00
- Kids Sprite$0.00
- Kids Lemonade$0.00
- Kids Iced Tea$0.00
- Kids Apple Juice$0.00
- Kids Orange Juice$0.00
- Kids Cranberry Juice$0.00
- Kids Water$0.00
- Kids Milk$0.00
- Kids Chocolate Milk$0.00
- No Drink$0.00
- Side of Fruit$0.00
Baby Back Ribs$12.95
1/3 rack of ribs with bbq sauce
- BBQ Baked Beans$0.00
- Cole Slaw$0.00
- Creamed Corn$0.00
- Dirty Rice$0.00
- French Fries$0.00
- Braised Southern Greens$0.00
- Charred Jalapeño Grits$0.00
- Mac 'N Cheese$0.00
- Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes$0.00
- Red Skin Potato Salad$0.00
- Sautéed Green Beans$0.00
- Sweet Potato Fries$0.00
- Tangy Cabbage$0.00
- Mixed Greens$0.00
- Onion Strings$0.00
- No Side$0.00
- Kids Coke$0.00
- Kids Diet Coke$0.00
- Kids Sprite$0.00
- Kids Lemonade$0.00
- Kids Iced Tea$0.00
- Kids Apple Juice$0.00
- Kids Orange Juice$0.00
- Kids Cranberry Juice$0.00
- Kids Water$0.00
- Kids Milk$0.00
- Kids Chocolate Milk$0.00
- No Drink$0.00
- Side of Fruit$0.00
Lil' Gus's Mac N' Cheese$7.95
- BBQ Baked Beans$0.00
- Cole Slaw$0.00
- Creamed Corn$0.00
- Dirty Rice$0.00
- French Fries$0.00
- Braised Southern Greens$0.00
- Charred Jalapeño Grits$0.00
- Mac 'N Cheese$0.00
- Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes$0.00
- Red Skin Potato Salad$0.00
- Sautéed Green Beans$0.00
- Sweet Potato Fries$0.00
- Tangy Cabbage$0.00
- Mixed Greens$0.00
- Onion Strings$0.00
- No Side$0.00
- Kids Coke$0.00
- Kids Diet Coke$0.00
- Kids Sprite$0.00
- Kids Lemonade$0.00
- Kids Iced Tea$0.00
- Kids Apple Juice$0.00
- Kids Orange Juice$0.00
- Kids Cranberry Juice$0.00
- Kids Water$0.00
- Kids Milk$0.00
- Kids Chocolate Milk$0.00
- No Drink$0.00
- Side of Fruit$0.00
Chicken Tenders$8.95
served with a side of ranch
- BBQ Baked Beans$0.00
- Cole Slaw$0.00
- Creamed Corn$0.00
- Dirty Rice$0.00
- French Fries$0.00
- Braised Southern Greens$0.00
- Charred Jalapeño Grits$0.00
- Mac 'N Cheese$0.00
- Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes$0.00
- Red Skin Potato Salad$0.00
- Sautéed Green Beans$0.00
- Sweet Potato Fries$0.00
- Tangy Cabbage$0.00
- Mixed Greens$0.00
- Onion Strings$0.00
- No Side$0.00
- Kids Coke$0.00
- Kids Diet Coke$0.00
- Kids Sprite$0.00
- Kids Lemonade$0.00
- Kids Iced Tea$0.00
- Kids Apple Juice$0.00
- Kids Orange Juice$0.00
- Kids Cranberry Juice$0.00
- Kids Water$0.00
- Kids Milk$0.00
- Kids Chocolate Milk$0.00
- No Drink$0.00
- Side of Fruit$0.00
Grilled Salmon$11.95
simply grilled with salt and pepper
- BBQ Baked Beans$0.00
- Cole Slaw$0.00
- Creamed Corn$0.00
- Dirty Rice$0.00
- French Fries$0.00
- Braised Southern Greens$0.00
- Charred Jalapeño Grits$0.00
- Mac 'N Cheese$0.00
- Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes$0.00
- Red Skin Potato Salad$0.00
- Sautéed Green Beans$0.00
- Sweet Potato Fries$0.00
- Tangy Cabbage$0.00
- Mixed Greens$0.00
- Onion Strings$0.00
- No Side$0.00
- Kids Coke$0.00
- Kids Diet Coke$0.00
- Kids Sprite$0.00
- Kids Lemonade$0.00
- Kids Iced Tea$0.00
- Kids Apple Juice$0.00
- Kids Orange Juice$0.00
- Kids Cranberry Juice$0.00
- Kids Water$0.00
- Kids Milk$0.00
- Kids Chocolate Milk$0.00
- No Drink$0.00
- Side of Fruit$0.00
Smoked Tri-Tip$11.95
glazed with our original bbq sauce, served medium
- BBQ Baked Beans$0.00
- Cole Slaw$0.00
- Creamed Corn$0.00
- Dirty Rice$0.00
- French Fries$0.00
- Braised Southern Greens$0.00
- Charred Jalapeño Grits$0.00
- Mac 'N Cheese$0.00
- Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes$0.00
- Red Skin Potato Salad$0.00
- Sautéed Green Beans$0.00
- Sweet Potato Fries$0.00
- Tangy Cabbage$0.00
- Mixed Greens$0.00
- Onion Strings$0.00
- No Side$0.00
- Kids Coke$0.00
- Kids Diet Coke$0.00
- Kids Sprite$0.00
- Kids Lemonade$0.00
- Kids Iced Tea$0.00
- Kids Apple Juice$0.00
- Kids Orange Juice$0.00
- Kids Cranberry Juice$0.00
- Kids Water$0.00
- Kids Milk$0.00
- Kids Chocolate Milk$0.00
- No Drink$0.00
- Side of Fruit$0.00

Sides

BBQ Baked Beans$5.95
Braised Southern Greens$5.95
Coleslaw$5.95
Creamed Corn$6.95
Dirty Rice$6.95
French Fries$5.95
Charred Jalapeño Anson Mills Grits$6.95
Mac N' Cheese$6.95
Red Skin Potato Salad$5.95
Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes$5.95
Sautéed Green Beans$5.95
Sweet Potato Fries$7.95
Tangy Cabbage$5.95

Desserts

Butter Sheet Cake$8.95
homemade butter cake topped with caramel sauce, blackberries, and brown butter toffee ice cream
S'more Brownie$8.95
served on a marshmallow cream and topped with campfire s’mores ice cream and a graham cracker crumble
Blueberry Biscuit Cobbler$8.95
served with French vanilla bean ice cream, warm lemon blueberry sauce and an oatmeal crumb topping
Old School Sundae$7.95
french vanilla bean ice cream, homemade candied pecans and warm chocolate fudge, topped with vanilla whipped cream
Fosselman's Ice Cream$6.95
- Vanilla$0.00
- Chocolate$0.00
- S'mores$0.00
- Brown Butter Toffee$0.00

Carry Out Beverages

Arnold Palmer$3.95
Iced Tea$3.95
Passion Fruit Iced Tea$3.95
Sweet Tea$3.95
Coke$3.95
Diet Coke$3.95
Sprite$3.95
Ginger Ale$3.95
Dad's Old Fashioned Root Beer$4.95
Mountain Valley Spring Water$4.95
Mountain Valley Sparkling Water$4.95
House Made Lemonade$4.25
House Made Blueberry Mint Lemonade$4.75
Fosselman's Shake$7.95
- Vanilla$0.00
- Chocolate$0.00
- Seasonal$0.00
Fosselman's Malt$7.95
- Vanilla$0.00
- Chocolate$0.00
- Seasonal$0.00
Root Beer Float$7.95

Take Out Cocktails

8oz House Old Fashioned To-Go$27.00
3 servings of our House Old Fashioned, just add ice! *be prepared to show ID *must be ordered with food
8oz Southern Sangria To-Go$12.00
1 serving of our Southern Sangria, just add ice! *be prepared to show ID *must be ordered with food

Retail Items

Original BBQ Bottle$10.00
This sweet and tangy Memphis style sauce is sure to liven up any dish. Use generously on just about anything, but it tastes best when enjoyed with family and friends.
Carolina BBQ Bottle$10.00
Since 1946, Gus’s BBQ has been serving some of the best and most authentic BBQ on the West Coast. We bottled our signature Carolina Gold, a nod to the Mustard-based condiment born in South Carolina, and added our vinegary hot wing sauce layered with honey, chipotle and habanero, for a tangy kick.
Spicy BBQ Bottle$10.00
This spicy sauce is spiked with bourbon and and gets a kick from chipotles and habaneros. Use generously on just about anything, but it tastes best when enjoyed with family and friends.
BBQ Sauce Trio$30.00
Complete the sauce collection! Since 1946, Gus’s BBQ has been serving some of the best and most authentic BBQ on the West coast. Today, we’ve bottled the recipe that’s made Gus’s guests smile for generations. Use generously on just about anything.
Gus's Dry Rub$7.00
This rub gets used on just about everything at Gus’s BBQ, adding that “just-right” smoky spice. We figured it was time to share the wealth, and let you take our secret spices at home. Works great as a dry rub or a classic seasoning for all your savory dishes. Dust liberally on beef, pork, poultry, seafood and everything in between!
Gus's Apron$59.95

What 2,037 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.5Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Los Angeles
Barbecue
Pasadena
Kid-friendly
Pasadena
Good for groups
Pasadena
Neighborhood gem

Review summary

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Gus's BBQ in South Pasadena offers a delightful dining experience with consistently "excellent food" and attentive service. This beloved local spot boasts a warm ambiance perfect for gatherings. Standout menu items include "succulent chicken sandwiches" and "amazing fried chicken." While noise levels can be high, the delectable BBQ and "superb cornbread" make it worth the visit.

2,037 Reviews

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alex
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First time here and was not disappointed. Had the fried chicken and brisket which were seasoned perfectly. The smoke on the brisket was amazing. Will definitely be back.
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Jacquilyne
Los Angeles
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Laura is an awesome server. The only thing better than the service is the food. Delicious. 10+ Stars.
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Vickie
Los Angeles
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Everything was delicious & our waiter was very attentive. The only downfall was the noise level.
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Sarah
Los Angeles
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Gus’s BBQ never disappoints. Food and service are superb.
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Patti
Orange County
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on November 11, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Baby backs were dry and overcooked. Small amount of mashed potatoes were served with my full baby back ribs.
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OpenTable Diner
Central Coast
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
It was freezing the whole meal with blasting a/c on an already cold evening. Would have been perfect otherwise.
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Sarah
Los Angeles
9 reviews
vip
2.0
9 reviews
Dined on November 9, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Haven’t been here in few years and I was craving the pull pork nachos and fried chicken so badly… brought family hoping to duplicate the same amazing experiences as previously but unfortunately, the food didn’t come close to what I was remembering or hoping to repeat my experience. The spare rib was dry, brisket was salty, and chicken was too greasy and not much flavor… nacho did not have much of that white sauce that made it delicious and pulled pork just had large chunks. Service was great but as very disappointed with the food.
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Brad
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 29, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great BBQ - Would come back here to try out the other plates!
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AndyM
Washington DC
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on October 27, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I cannot believe there is not a line a mile long to queue for this cue. The ribs were perfect. The sides were awesome. This is the best restaurant in greater Pasadena area.
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Cung
Los Angeles
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 27, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Good was delicious. We had the chicken and waffles. Best all around!
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FAQs

Gus's BBQ - South Pasadena offers delivery in partnership with Postmates. Gus's BBQ - South Pasadena also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (626) 799-3251.

Gus's BBQ - South Pasadena is rated 4.6 stars by 2037 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 4, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 20 times today

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Google Map for Gus's BBQ - South Pasadena

808 Fair Oaks Ave, South Pasadena, CA 91030

Additional information

Cross street
Mission Street
Neighborhood
South Pasadena
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Barbecue, Comfort Food, American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Guests can park in our parking lot on the north side of the building, just to the left of the front door. Street parking also available on Fair Oaks and Mission St.
Public transit
Gus's is located only a couple of blocks from the South Pasadena gold line station.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://gussbbq.com/
Phone number
(626) 799-3251
Catering
Gus’s BBQ Catering brings the celebrated hospitality of our restaurant straight to your event. Let us know a day and time you'd like your items ready, and we'll have your order packed to pick up from the restaurant, or we can deliver everything to you. Our team can stay to take care of set up, cleanup, and everything in between, working hard to ensure that you and your guests are able to sit back and enjoy a no-fuss gathering filled with fresh and delicious BBQ! Whether we are celebrating your big day or catering your office party we strive to bring a touch of Southern Hospitality to any event through a collaborative process that accommodates each event’s unique needs. We look forward to working together!
Private party facilities
Gus's BBQ welcomes private parties of up to 20 people for any occasion. We are able to accommodate you in our private room located in the rear of the restaurant

Gus's BBQ - South Pasadena

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Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Ribs & Chicken

BBQ Brick Chicken

Chicken Fried Steak

Gus's Family Meals

Southern BBQ Meal$150.00

Appetizers

Cast Iron Cornbread$8.95

Pulled Pork Nachos$16.95

Deviled Eggs$9.95

Gus's Hot Wings$14.95

Gus's BBQ Sliders$15.95

Shredded Onion Strings$8.95

BBQ Quesadilla$16.95

Classic Spinach & Artichoke Dip$14.95

Texas Queso$11.95

Soups

Bowl Smokehouse Chili$8.95

Bowl Pork Chile Verde$8.95

BBQ Specialties

5 Bones Memphis Baby Back Ribs$24.95

8 Bones Memphis Baby Back Ribs$31.95

Full Rack Memphis Baby Back Ribs$38.95

5 Bones St. Louis Spare Ribs$24.95

8 Bones St. Louis Spare Ribs$31.95

Full Rack St. Louis Spare Ribs$38.95

10oz Texas Prime Beef Brisket$27.95

7oz Carolina Style Pulled Pork$22.95

7oz Texas Prime Beef Brisket$24.95

10oz Carolina Style Pulled Pork$25.95

BBQ Brick Chicken$23.95

Peppercorn Crusted Angus Tri-Tip$27.95

Original Smoked Sausage$17.95

Jalapeño Cheddar Smoked Sausage$17.95

Add - House Salad$5.95

Add - Ceasar Salad$5.95

BBQ Combos

Ribs and Two Meat Combo$33.95

Chicken and Two Meat Combo$31.95

Ribs and Chicken Combo$34.95

Picnic Platter$38.95

Add - House Salad$5.95

Add - Ceasar Salad$5.95

Southern Kitchen

Southern Fried Chicken$22.95

Nashville Hot Chicken$23.95

Fried Catfish and Chips$17.95

Chicken Fried Steak$22.95

Gumbo$23.95

Shrimp and Grits$21.95

BBQ Loaded Baked Potato$16.95

Add - House Salad$5.95

Add - Ceasar Salad$5.95

Burgers

Gus's Famous Burger$18.95

All American Burger$17.95

The Vegetarian$16.95

Sandwiches

BBQ Chicken Sandwich$15.95

Smoked Tri Tip Dip$20.95

Carolina Style Pulled Pork Sandwich$15.95

Blackened Cajun Catfish Sandwich$16.95

Fried Cajun Catfish Sandwich$16.95

Gus's Fried Chicken Sandwich$16.95

Gus's Hot Chicken Sandwich$16.95

Rib Sandwich$16.95

Smoked Turkey Sandwich$16.95

Texas Prime Beef Brisket Sandwich$17.95

Salads

House Salad$9.95

Caesar Salad$12.95

Iceberg Wedge$12.95

BBQ Chicken Chopped Salad$18.95

Gus's Old Fashioned Cobb$16.95

Pulled Pork Tostada$17.95

BBQ Seared Steak Salad$20.95

Blackened Chicken Salad$20.95