In the heart of California’s Central Valley, Modesto’s barbecue culture is as much about ingredients as smoke.
Local pitmasters make the most of the Valley’s famed beef and pork, seasonal produce, and a melting-pot history: expect everything from Santa Maria tri-tip and Texas brisket to creative fusion sauces and sides.
The result? Inventive, friendly, family-run joints that celebrate California’s rich agricultural roots while tipping a hat to BBQ tradition…