Craft by Smoke and Fire

Barbecue restaurant · Anaheim

Craft by Smoke and Fire

Barbecue restaurant · Anaheim

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195 W Center Street Promenade, Anaheim, CA 92805

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BBQ, craft cocktails, live music, and unique brisket mash-ups  

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"Craft by Smoke and Fire is the spot for rich barbecue plates before the next game. Though not as celebrated as other smoking operations in Orange County, Craft is reliable, comforting, and not afraid to push the boundaries with options like burger, bacon, and bone-in beef rib sandwich mash-ups." - Farley Elliott

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Estefane Fialloss

Google
We came for a birthday celebration, and our waiter greeted our first-time visit with complimentary appetizers. The food was good and drinks were heavy on the alcohol so, totally worth it. If you are here for a first time then my suggestion is to order the "photos y recuerdos" Selena's cocktail drink cause they take a photo of you and your party and attach it to your drink as a special touch. We ordered the last super to cover a variety of meats since we are avid meat eaters, but our only concern with our meal is getting our sides till the very end. At which point we all ended up in a meat coma from so much meat. Don't get me wrong, the meat was spectacular, but we definitely needed those sides to balance out the meat. We were offered free drinks on the house, and those never came out. We did state we were celebrating a birthday and wanted to get a desert and hear staff sing but they did sing to another table, not ours. I guess that's the negatives but the overall atmosphere was great, the food was great, the staff was friendly. I'd recommend coming at a time that's not crowded. we got here at 2 pm but noticed that the attention to our table diminished the moment more people walked in.

Teresa G.

Google
We usually don't eat at BBQ restaurants because my Husband smokes meat at home better than most places but thought we would try it anyway. Glad we did. Here are my thoughts on each dish and the sides we had. Beef Ribs - VERY Flavorful (I will be getting those again) Beef Short Rib- Good portion of meat. Fell off the bone, very tender but tasted more like pot roast. Blue cheese slaw- still trying to decide if I like it. I love blue cheese and slaw but not sure if I like them together. Blue cheese wasn't strong. Potato salad- really good. I would get again Street corn- was ok. - was plain. Cornbread- it was more like cake. Very light and fluffy. But very good. Oh! The BBQ sauce was really good also. Perfect spice and thickness! I was going to take photos but we started to eat already so the photos I could take were only of the sides. Overall, I give this place 4 stars and I would def go back. Def should be on your list to try if your looking for a Smoked meat place. We went about 4:30 pm on a Friday. There was plenty of place to sit both in and outside. Service was attentive. Ambiance was nice and the place was really clean.

Rogelio Jimenez

Google
This place is delicious, just like the name states Craft by Smoke and Fire, it truly is. Wow so well crafted, so i like beef and I do like brisket but to be honest it not always on top of my list. Now that I said that, wow this well crafted brisket it delicious it has changed my mine about brisket. It just juice, tender, savory and explosive to my taste buds. I have there jalapeños burger, mac n cheese, loaded potato and brisket waffle fries.. my sisters and brothers this is a must spot to visit if your in the area. They also take reservations. Feed your food souls and God bless

Yugina Yun

Google
Shout out to the various Chris' that work here. Despite being near shift change and break, all the Chris' made sure that we were accounted for throughout the night. Craft seems to be a great location for large groups on a Friday night. We saw at least 3 groups of over 8 people seated alongside our group. A friend warned that service may be slow, but we found that drinks and food were timely and brought out crisp from the kitchen. Our waiter even warned that happy hour was ending soon and that it might be advantageous to place our extra orders now instead of later, which saved as a handful of bucks. As we placed our orders, a few recommendations were made by our waiter and they were definitely the right choices. Particular food favorites of the night were the asparagus fries and the brisket quesadilla! For food, it is worth noting that the sauces and slaw are the same on each dish, so coordinate your variety accordingly to maximize your options and ability to try everything on the menu. Ample parking is also available in the lot behind the store as well as 90 minute street parking.

Farley G

Google
Great service awesome bbq everything was good. Large portions. The meats and sides are so good. The server gave us some nachos to start with. Great corn bread.

Joseph G

Google
We're seated very quickly. Ordered the half pound tri-tip and the brisket mountain high loaded fries. The brisket was amazing. The loaded fries just added to it. The tri-tip although very lean and cook well was a bit dry and chewy due to the thick cut of meat. Definitely order brisket. Anything brisket will be amazing. Also ordered the Hispanic cocktail and the villain beer. Both were very tasty and light, perfect for summer.

Timothy

Google
It seems as if the new trend these days with restaurants is focused on smoking meats and grilling. Its tough to stand out in this market because the wide variety. Craft by Smoke and Fire could easily change its name to Crack by Smoke and Fire just based on the food alone, you leave full as ever but still craving more. While the prices are higher than average l'd say, you get you're money's worth through the amount of food you get. The server was kind enough to provide us a free plate of their loaded nachos which were very tasty. The atmosphere gets docked because the "modern rustic" look is so overused in many establishments. You have these beautifully textured ceilings and grand chandeliers that give a classic vibe, only to be ruined by steel chairs you could find at Pier One Imports. But what do I know, my interior décor knowledge stems from my homosexual brother’s halfway completed Interior Design degree. Nevertheless, great spot and I'll be back to try more menu items whilst seated in my $5 steel highchair.

Sid

Google
Well this place is known for their BBQ and cocktails and I didn't/couldn't have either so that's on me. Got the Rudy's vegan sandwich because that's the only thing on the menu marked as vegan. I definitely finished it, don't get me wrong lol but it wasn't the best vegan sandwich I've had. Again, I'm just glad they had something on the menu I could eat because usually BBQ places are the toughest to find vegetarian options at. So 4 stars for that, taking off 1 star because of the food taste. Except for that service is amazing! They gave us free nachos as soon as we sat down and my my dog got a huge puppy patty free of charge too! They know how to impress ALL their guests. Food is good value for money. And pet friendly patio is always a plus!!
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Full H.

Yelp
Had a the great MAC Rib sandwich. Service by Alex was excellent. Love bbq and this is one of the best spots in OC for it

Matt P.

Yelp
Craft was incredible! My girlfriend and I came here for the first time based on the food we had at Villains Brewery. Shahein our server was very friendly and attentive, and help suggest drinks. The birria quesadilla appetizer was flavorful and juicy, and came out quickly. My girlfriend's Big Tex brisket and potato was delicious, very well made and tender. My short rib burrito was spectacular, very moist and all the flavors of the Mac and cheese and BBQ sauce mixed together very well. The servings are massive, neither of us could finish our meals so we took them home. We will be back!
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Katie D.

Yelp
ISABEL IS THE BEST!! Will be coming back for more. She was super friendly and the staff were on top cleaning (even the walls)
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Michelle Y.

Yelp
Update from prior review: love this restaurant, I've been coming here since it opened and today our waiter Alex was the best. He was very attentive and helpful explaining the menu to my bf who's never been here until today. Everything came out in a timing matter and tasted just as delicious as the last time I was here. We will definitely come back. Also, we had our little pup w us and Alex brought her cold water with ice to drink. Thanks for making our lunch so much better Alex.
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Christina P.

Yelp
My god, the food is delicious! The pictures don't show how huge the portions are--the two of us could've shared 1 dish. We had the Brisket Tacos, Brisket Tacos, Caesar Salad, and nachos on the house! Everything was delicious! Our server Alex was very attentive and gave great suggestions! Can't wait to return to try some other dishes!
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Cheyanne H.

Yelp
Food was amazing!!! Excellent service !! enjoyed the brisket and street corn also got the fried brussels sprouts which were pretty tasty! Our server was very nice and met all of our needs throughout our meal!! Would definitely recommend going and trying this place out!!!
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Kaitlyn C.

Yelp
We came here to celebrate our friend's birthday and we couldn't have asked for a better experience. Isabel took such great care of us with and we're so grateful for her setting the tone for the night. Food was so great, we can't wait to come back and try more off the menu!
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Zoey V.

Yelp
UPDATE: Came back for my grad dinner. maria hooked it up. she was super nice and friendly to everyone! service was quick and the food was delicious. i cant recommend this place enough :). the happy hour is a great deal especially considering that the specialty cocktails are applied in the 2/1 deal!!! thanks craft
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Stephanie S.

Yelp
I recently visited craft by smoke & fire this Father's Day and the restaurant was really busy, but the service was absolutely amazing! I had a reservation and also my puppy was with me, the GM Chris was accommodating and ensured there was a table outdoor for us. Our server Cadie, was the most attentive and sweetest server ever! She ensured our food came out in a timely manner even though the kitchen was backed up that day. It was also my mom's birthday and she gave us a complimentary ice cream on the house. We ordered the short rib, brisket, tri tip, and pastrami a meats were perfectly smoked. I love the corn bread the bbq meats come with. The fries were bunched up together which was probably the only downside of the dinner. I can't wait to go back!
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Mochi C.

Yelp
Alex was an awesome server! Food was halal, great and highly recommend to anyone in Anaheim area.
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Rachel B.

Yelp
Got the birria tacos and they were delicious! Came for a girls dinner and everyone else loved their dishes too (brisket burrito, birria quesadilla, and brisket Mac n cheese). The friend that ordered a quesadilla, they first brought out a burrito for her but quickly got out her quesadilla and gave some nachos for the table for the hiccup! Cool outdoor and indoor seating, and parking is free for the first two hours in the parking garage.
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Archie S.

Yelp
Who knew Anaheim had a nice little food area that's very hip and cool. They have a really big indoor area and a fun outdoor area with Astro turf that makes it look like you're in someone's backyard having bbq. Great concept and ambiance! As for starters I had some of Lauren's Garden Salad which has some candied walnuts, green apples, avocados, crannies and apple balsamic dressing. For entrees, I had to get something smoked so right away my eyes went to the Smoked Short Rib. That's one of my fav parts as it's got the right amount of tenderness and fat to it. Along with it some street corn for the side and Brisket Mac n Cheese. The Short Rib was delicious and tender! It came high some pickles and peppers as well. Definitely my favorite out of everything. The Street Corn side was just ok to me. Nothing to go out of my way for as it was a little bland and dry. The Mac n Cheese had a good amount of brisket over it and the cheese was nice and sharp. Definitely recommend this for Mac n Cheese lovers. Only wish they had more selections of BBQ sauce on the table instead of a small plastic ramekin with generic bbq sauce. That's sometimes what makes it or breaks it. I had a good experience, the service was good, and not to forget, their complimentary garlic toast was delicious!
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Eric B.

Yelp
The food was really good. The service was really terrible. We walked in, and the host had his thumb up his nose (literally, actually, up his nose... that was offputting.) We got seated outside, then waited for 10 or 15 minutes, but never got spoken to by a single staff member. We eventually had to start trying to flag people down. When the food finally showed up, it was really good! That was the saving grace. But the bad service experience ruined this place. I probably wouldn't go back, and I probably wouldn't recommend it, either.
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Rebekah A.

Yelp
Was in Orange County, and we decided to try a new restaurant and settled on Craft by Smoke & Fire. Let's jump right into review. What did we have - 1. Entree - Smoked Meats / Prime Steaks - 1/2 Pound Brisket with Waffle Fries and Carrots + cornbread and pickles 2. Entree - Smoked Meats / Prime Steaks - Short Rib with Waffle Fries and Carrots + cornbread and pickles Pros 1. Service was ok. Wasn't an enhanced experience, but it wasn't bad either. 2. The patio area was nice. 3. The location of the restaurant is in a downtown area with a variety of dining options and good vibes. Cons 1. The food was not good. The entire meal missed the mark. Taste/flavor, presentation, and temperature. 2. Restaurant cleanliness could be better. Cleaning of tables and the presence of trash. Something to consider enhancing cleaning protocols.. 3. Different utensils for food. Food is served on silver trays with a brown paper sheet. Imagine BBQ meat and sauce, and now you are trying to cut your meat with a table knife. The struggle. Overall- given prices, service, lack of cleanliness, returning is a no for me.
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Jo Ann G.

Yelp
Update, 05/12/2024, my follow-up call was answered and the general manager resolved quickly and apologized as she just learned of the issue. I am pleased with how this was resolved and grateful it was an easy fix! Thank you!!
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Lucia L.

Yelp
Hoping I don't catch too much SMOKE for this, but I had such high expectations for this spot, and it was such a disappointing experience in terms of service and food. We had a reservation for 8 PM, and we weren't seated until 8:10 (despite lots of open tables inside). Our first server seemed like he was going through an existential crisis and completely ignored us despite us trying to get his attention several times. Another server, Matthew, noticed what was going on, and quickly took over our table and provided excellent service. Overall, it took forty minutes from when our reservation started to even start to get our order, and it also took forever to get our check, takeout bag, etc. Drinks were very fun and I love the concept/execution, but they weren't mind blowing in terms of their taste. The BBQ items were good (short rib, brisket sandwich) so I would recommend sticking with that. The street corn side was flavorless, the brisket sandwich was a bit unevenly seasoned, and the beef birria tacos were SO salty (even without adding consome, which made it even worse). Not sure if we just came at a bad time time/off day, but for a $120 meal, the lackluster service (except for Matthew) was just inexcusable, and the food/drinks really weren't what they were hyped up to be.
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Adam B.

Yelp
Overall had a good experience here. Food was decent, but not the best brisket ive had. While it was good, I ended up with a few ordinarily large pieces of fat. Our waitress was great, quick to get drinks and take the order. One of the dishes came out not quite as ordered, it was a small mistake that we didn't mind, but she was quick to recognize the mistake and insistent on making it right. The outdoor seating was nice, plenty of shade. When first walking in, there is the unpleasant smell of a stale beer/bar, and our host was not the friendliest of guys. Otherwise it was a successful outing.
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Leslie C.

Yelp
Loved dinner here with friends! Alex was a great waiter!!!! We got the loaded mountain high fries and the birria tacos. They were delicious!! Loved the ambiance!
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Janine K.

Yelp
This place is legit for American bbq and good vibes! We visited on a Friday night to bring our friend who came from out of town, and they absolutely loved the place and the food. The portions are huge, so come with a big appetite and expect a very hearty meal! The service was also really good, giving us recommendations and always checking in on us. We got several items including the MacRib Sandwich, brisket tacos, tri tip, and beers.
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Sherry C.

Yelp
You guys, I just discovered this all-you-can-eat American BBQ buffet at Craft by Smoke & Fire in Anaheim. There's all your smoked meats like brisket, meaty beef ribs, their new tri tip...oh, I was in meat heaven. Build-your-own chilaquiles, pozole, and, of course, all your American brunch-y classics like scrambled eggs, French toast, hash browns, and even breakfast tacos! Every Saturday and Sunday for $45pp from 11AM-2PM so make sure to come early, or, you can order off their a la carte menu, from which we tried their rack of lamb that I was so obsessed with, and the absolutely insane MAC rib sandwich (you have to get it to believe it!!). Thanks for reading! ^-^
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Finni U.

Yelp
Came to an event in Downtown Anaheim for "Beats on Center Street" and stopped in for a beer and some food. The service, outstanding. Isabelle was our server and although it was busy she handled the crowd like a champ! The food...wow. We had the Brisket Grilled cheese, coconut shrimp, the Madison and the corn and macaroni. Everything was on point. The chicken sandwich was very very spicy but flavorful. We will be back!
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Imran s.

Yelp
The best bbq in oc and halal too. Must eat here !! Recommend the Mac rib, smash burger, brisket Very loud inside with a casual atmosphere
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Wendy C.

Yelp
I came for dinner with a large party and got seated for outdoor seating since we had a dog. Alex was nice enough to switch our tables to an area with shade. We ordered the last supper family style meal and it came with different meats and sides. They were all pretty good and filling. Alex provided us great service and made sure we had everything we needed. He was kind enough to give us free drinks and appetizer on the house. He also gave my dog a beef patty which was super nice of him. Overall, the food and service was good.
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Michelle N.

Yelp
A group of 9 of us came here for Sunday dinner, we came early with a last minute resy and they took us in early! We were seated outside and they were accommodating to have our tables in the shade. We ordered the last supper and a few drinks. They gave us some pulled pork quesadillas and a few other items on the house. Even gave a patty for my friend's dog! The platter was filling enough for 9 of us, the best part was the TOMAHAWK, yummy!! I've been to another location in Pasadena, and would return to Craft! Good food. Alex was our server, he was attentive, and checked up on us!
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Mee Na Y.

Yelp
Came in for lunch on a weekday and was able to get seated right away. The outdoor patio was nice and spacious. They have a great selections on their menu. The portions were small for the prices but the meats were cooked well. The nachos weren't that great so probably wouldn't order it again. Their salad was decent. Great customer service! Would recommend if you're in the area since they have a good ambiance.
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Mariette J.

Yelp
Food - 10/10!!!!!!!!!!!! My husband and I ordered a brisket burrito, pretzel, MAC rib, Lauren's salad with brisket, and churro sando with smoked cookies and cream and ube ice cream. (Yes, SMOKED)! My husband literally said, "This might be the best the best restaurant in the world." The mac rib was the BEST sandwich he has ever tried. It has only been an hour and he has mentioned this sandwich countless times. The best brisket at a restaurant EVER. My family made fun of me for ordering a salad... but I DO NOT regret it. A refreshing salad topped with a juicy, perfectly cooked brisket is unmatched. Ambience - 10/10! The restaurant is beautifully decorated, clean, and spacious. There is a bar, large indoor dining area, and even outdoor seating with heaters. Service - 10/10 again!!!!! Our server was Tony. He was probably one of the best waiters I have ever had. He was kind, considerate, flexible, and attentive. He made sure we were well taken care of always. Drinks were always filled, he didnt forget ONE thing, and he was informative about the restaurants and upcoming projects. We love an employee that takes pride in where he works. We appreciated him so much, and his level of professionalism just added more to this already amazing experience. Overall, an amazing experience. As tourist from the Bay Area, I really don't think we have bbq like this in the bay. I am not even sure Texas can top this place.
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Ingrid M.

Yelp
The food was fantastic! We started with the giant pretzel & a west coast IPA, had the Lauren Salad with brisket ( large) small would have been enough, my husband had the brisket grilled cheese & broccolini ... Collin was a great serve. Friendly & prompt. The place has a good vibe, nicely decorated, with 90 min street parking.
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LaRon D.

Yelp
We've had Craft bookmarked for a while and finally had the opportunity to stop by for lunch with some family and friends. First off, it's a great location with lots of patio seating and plenty of dessert options nearby. Upon entering and putting our name in, I was a little worried because the hostess was pretty rude about our party size (7) and no reservation but the restaurant wasn't anywhere near capacity. Our table was ready within 10 minutes and she still had an attitude when seating us. Luckily, we ended up with Mario as our server who was great from start to finish! We were super hungry and ready to try everything! Haha! We all ended up ordering several items and sharing, as a table. The highlights were: - Brisket Burrito - Tasty and heavy! Lol. - Sliced Brisket - Super tender and thick slices - Short Rib (Beef Rib) - So juicy and delicious - Mashed Potatoes - Great texture and flavor We got the Coconut Shrimp appetizer and would pass on that in the future. But the food and service were great, overall! We can't wait to come back and maybe get a platter for the family to try even more items!
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Brenda C.

Yelp
Food is fire! Been a while since we had good bbq and glad I finally tried this place. The wait was not too bad but probably cause it was raining and a holiday since other times we pass by here it is packed. We got our food quick and the portion size was not bad but there are some menu items that have smaller portions. Our table got short rib birria quesadilla, smoked short rib with side of street corn and a rack of lamb. All the smoked meats were tender and just melts in your mouth. I would say that the lamb was more on the saltier side, for my taste. The short rib was the best hands down, the fat was spread through the meat so it was juicy and tender instead of being dry and chewy. If you just want a bit of the short rib without getting the whole 1.5lb meat then try the short rib birria quesadilla, probably one of my top quesadilla I have tried.
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Loriel A.

Yelp
I wanted to like this place so badly. Ordered the tri tip sandwich and a salad. My husband had Mac and cheese and ribs. My sandwich was mmmmh the flavor wasn't there. Look wise it appears it was smoked and fresh. Just lacking flavor. Mac and cheese had an abundance of cheese which made it difficult to enjoy. The staff was mmmmh as well. Walking by not acknowledging us, until I flagged down a bus boy for water. I'm on the fence if I'd try this place again.
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Faizan K.

Yelp
Shahein was amazing he made sure we were well taken care of. The ambiance was amazing and of course the food was delicious. Will come again!
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Beverly C.

Yelp
I enjoyed my first time visiting Craft By Smoke & Fire! The food and drinks are beautifully presented, the meats are flavorful & tender & appetizers are perfect for sharing. Seating is not a problem as they have a large indoor dining area as well as a beautifully decorated outdoor patio dining area. We tried their "Sorting Hat" and their "Duck Around & Find Out" cocktails. I throughly enjoyed both drinks and especially loved the presentation and dramatic feel when they served it to us. Craft is the perfect spot for date night or a casual dinner out with friends and family.
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Lance L.

Yelp
Earth! Wind!! Smoke?? Fire!!! Well.... It looks like we are getting the band back together and along the way... We picked up a new member ;) IYKYK IYDYD (if you don't you don't) Well, rumor has it... That Craft in Anaheim is the place to get BBQ and Where's there's Smoke, there's Fire! And this place... Is Fire!!! Last Summer I was visiting the O.C. with my family and wanted to meet up with my Best friend and his wife who lives near by. And since it was his hood, it was his pick. He mentioned Craft had bomb ass bbq, solid drinks and was kid friendly. Check. Check. Check Mate. As a parent, When you have kids and you are bringing them with you... A Kid-Friendly establishment is ALWAYS Top of Mind. On the day we went, we were celebrating my oldest daughter's birthday for the weekend and Craft made her celebration feel special. We let our server know she was turning 5 and they ensured she had something sweet to celebrate her big milestone. After dinner, our server brought her a couple scoops of their cookies and cream ice cream topped with whipped cream and a single candle for her to blow out. (I just re-watched the video of us singing Happy Birthday to her and she smiled ear to ear waiting to blow out her candle). Thank you Craft for allowing us to have this memory and making a 5 year old beam with joy. O.k... Lets get down to business! The REAL reason you are still here... The Bar-b-Que! The Beef. The Chicken. The Pork. Hell, even their salads have a little bbq flair. My advice... Don't risk it, Brisket! They've got Brisket tacos. They've got Brisket Burrito's and they've got a Brisket Quesadilla that will blow your pants right off... Hence why I had to go straight to the Gap! And I know not everyone's ready to 'Brisket all' on beef... So maybe the option to make a risk free/red meat free choice with either their Nashville Hot Chicken sandwich or their Free Range Smoked Turkey Breast is the way to go. Front start to finish, Our experience here was great! We were seated promptly, the service was top notch and the food was all delish! I can definitely see why Craft by smoke & fire was selected by my friend and why it's THE place to go for BBQ while in the city of Anaheim.
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Larry C.

Yelp
I have to admit I was a bit skeptical, this seems like the kind of place that's all looks. And my skepticism increased when all of our dishes came out super fast. But, thankfully, wow!!! Craft delivered, we had a super nice dinner! Three of us shared the lamb chops, beef short rib, and brisket, as well as brocollini and waffle fries, and street corn. They were all great. The lamb chops and short ribs were the standouts. The lamb was super tender and the chimichurri was fresh and a great herbal pop with the meat. The short rib was fork-tender, and very juicy. The broccolini was roasted nice and crisp! Worth the slight up charge. The street corn was maybe the most forgettable among all the dishes. Oh wait we also had the churro ice cream sandwich. That was skippable. The beer list was short but ample. We didn't get a chance to try the cocktails but they looked good on the menu. Our server was super mellow, but behind that super organized! He even brought by some shots of pineapple vodka for no apparent reason, But no complaints!
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Haldis V.

Yelp
Father's Day was made extra special here. The host accommodated us with great seating. Then Cadie took care of us from beginning to end. As busy as they were everything was timely and so delicious! My husband was very happy! We will definitely return.
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May J.

Yelp
I come here all the time because the vibes are the best, the staff is so friendly. Carlos and Vidal are A+++ (slay) when it comes to the bar and food recs.
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Belle L.

Yelp
This restaurant just screams diabetes and high cholesterol. Truly America at its finest. Some fantastic BBQ though. We came on a weekday trying to find a place to watch the NBA playoffs but when we came, the waiter told us that the morning shift lost the TV remote so he couldn't change the channel which he was bummed about because he wanted to watch it too. All I gotta say is that you absolutely have to order the brisket tacos - thank me later. The big rib burrito is a big beef rib with the bone in, mac n cheese, and basically anything that isn't healthy hahah aka me not remembering what else was in the burrito. It was really good and the beef rib meat was so tender but you walk out of that restaurant feeling dense man. At the end of our meal, we got free garlic bread ON. THE. HOUSE. which I think is because our waiter felt bad about the TVs.
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Nelson L.

Yelp
This place hit the spot for lunch! The birria tacos and quesadilla were absolutely out of this world! Brisket tacos were good too. The stockberger was good but way too much to finish (definitely not a bad thing!). Service was ok but it was surprisingly a busy weekday lunch, so understandable. Plenty of seating. For parking I believe they only validate for parking structures 3 and 5 (not 4, which is where I unfortunately parked).
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Pawn H.

Yelp
To start off, the food was amazing. we started with the brisket queso and it was sizzling when it came out and it was thick cheesy and yummy!! I also got the short rib chili and it was good it was just a lil too greasy for me. Then we ordered our drinks and they were so strong and good!! All the food we got is pictured other than the apps and all the food was amazing. Now onto service-- amazing service!! the host sat us right away and our server bonnie was so sweet and helpful!! I asked her multiple questions and she knew what she was talking about and helped us out so much!! 10/10 would come back just for bonnie
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Tawni T.

Yelp
Sure, here's a brief and excellent review for Anthony: --- I recently dined here and had an outstanding experience thanks to our server, Anthony. He was friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable about the menu. Anthony's exceptional service made our meal truly enjoyable. Highly recommend asking for him when you visit! ---
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Steve G.

Yelp
had a great experience with Anthony. Had the Brisket Mac & cheese and it was delicious . The perfect size and the flavors were delicious. My wife had the ribeye steak and baked potato. Which she enjoyed very much. this was not our firs time here. always a great experience.
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Kaitlyn L.

Yelp
The grilled cheese brisket was really tasty. I enjoyed the crunchy, crispy cheese with the tender brisket meat inside and soft texas toast on the outside! Make sure to ask for the two types of hot sauce to go with your sandwich. The Mac and cheese side was cheesy but just so-so. Cute spot to enjoy eating outside esp during the summer if you're craving bbq.
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Joann C.

Yelp
Super disappointed in my visit tonight. I was walking around the area and was excited to see the restaurant. It was almost closing time at around 9:30 and I decided to place a togo order through the mobile app. I ordered the 1/2 pound brisket. I picked up my order fairly quickly and ate the food outside since my friend wanted food from another restaurant next door. The brisket was horrible. It was not hot at all. The food was lukewarm-cold. I feel like I got ripped off with a leftover piece of brisket. The photos online show slices of brisket in an order.. I only got 1 piece. The meat was so dry and tough-- I could not break it apart with my fork. What I got looked completely different from the photo on Toast tab and Yelp. I've added photos to this review. Side note: I also saw the waitress slip on the floor-- I saw other reviews of how the floors are slippery inside and I can't believe I saw her slip near the bar area. I was looking through the reviews and noticed the same thing other diners pointed out. I didn't know at the time I placed my order, but they also charged a 3% service fee not disclosed anywhere!
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Christopher R.

Yelp
Great good. And amazing service by Anthony. Had the brisket quesadilla and the beef short rib. Also happy hour 2 for 1 drinks after 9pm
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Paul M.

Yelp
Saw this place on Yelp and had to check it out. Lemme tell y'all it did NOT disappoint! I got the Texas brisket and it was good, but not as good as actual brisket I've had in Texas. THE NASHVILLE CHICKEN BURRITO IS WHERE ITS AT!!! SAY IT WITH ME, NASHVILLE CHICKEN BURRITO!!! Alex helped us out and Alex is the GOOOOAAAATTTT. Ambiance is super nice. Love how they have multiple TVs playing the laker game. Shoutout Alex, he dope
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Sonia B.

Yelp
It was the best sandwich ever and the most interesting drinks! Service was profesional and friendly
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Debbie F.

Yelp
All signs pointed to this BBQ spot and it didn't disappoint. 2 visits with the same friends, 1st time dining indoors and 2nd visit dining on the patio. Indoor dining was quite loud as it's more of a sports bar style restaurant. Patio dining was more enjoyable to have a conversation. Each visit was great. Our first experience we all shared a platter to try a little bit of everything. Next visit, we each had a better idea of our favorite dishes and ordered separately. As far as BBQ goes, this is one if the best locally. Parking structures nearby for convenience, but no validation.
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Kaitlyn N.

Yelp
Brisket was tender and soooo good! Chris & Shane were the best! Will definitely come again! The best bbq in SoCal!

Jorge A.

Yelp
Food was great, service was great. Shout out to Anthony for showing us a great time. We are definitely coming back
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Barry L.

Yelp
Food was delicious. All my friends from Florida loved it. They need a restaurant in Miami. Alex the DJ was great!