Yelp
You have not lived until you have tried these ribs !!!! Very tender and packed with flavor! If you're looking for authentic BBQ with excellent service look no further!
- Wood-Smoked On-SiteAuthentic smoke at every event
- Family Owned & OperatedBuilt on legacy, run with pride
- Southern CaliforniaProudly local since day one
- Complimentary TastingTry the food before you book
Our Story
Rooted in Family. Built on Craft.
PTrain's BBQ was born from a simple belief: that real wood-smoked barbecue, made with patience and care, brings people together. What started as Pat “PTrain” Patterson's dream — authentic sauces, slow-smoked meats, and the perfect Tri Tip sandwich — has grown into one of Southern California's most trusted names in catering.
Real BBQ takes time. We've been perfecting ours for over two decades.
From backyard cookouts to large-scale catering events, our team has spent years behind the pit mastering the low-and-slow craft that defines Southern BBQ. We've served corporate lunches, wedding receptions, employee appreciation events, community festivals, and private parties — always with the same commitment to quality, hospitality, and food that people remember.
What We Do
Catering Services
PTrain's BBQ brings authentic wood-smoked flavor to corporate catering, weddings, festivals, and private events across Southern California. From business lunches to large-scale celebrations — whatever the occasion, we've got it covered.
Wedding Catering
From intimate ceremonies to grand receptions, we deliver wood-smoked wedding catering your guests will be talking about long after the last plate is cleared.
Corporate Catering
Corporate BBQ catering for company lunches, employee appreciation events, holiday parties, and team celebrations. Professional setup, on-time service, and food that actually impresses.
Private Events
Birthdays, graduations, family reunions, and private parties — the food that brings everyone to the table, no matter the size of the crowd.
Festivals & Community Events
High-volume festival catering and large-scale event service for public gatherings and community celebrations across Southern California.
The Full Spread
Our Menu
Brisket
House FavoriteReal wood-smoked low and slow, hand-sliced to order
Baby Back Ribs
Fall-off-the-bone with our signature dry rub
Tri-Tip
Our original recipe — the sandwich that started it all
Pulled Pork
Slow-smoked all day, served with house sauce
BBQ Chicken
Smoked and sauced on-site for every event
Sausage Links
Grilled fresh on-site, great alongside any protein
Custom menus available
Every event is different — we'll build the perfect spread.
What Clients Say
Straight from Our Guests
Yelp reviews from people who have experienced PTrain's BBQ.
Yelp
I only get to see them once a year when the Thomas the Train event happens in November But I think these guys nailed it with their BBQ. The ribs have that snappy texture when you bite into it. Its so nice, it's something I look forward to when I go to that event. Hope to see them next year. Oh yeah. And the sauce was outstanding as well. I liked the one here way more than some of the well known BBQ places in San Diego.
Yelp
HIGHLY RECOMMEND!! Seriously good BBQ, The tri tip is so tender and juicy packed with flavor and the BBQ pizzas are delicious. They also have the best bbq sauce. Also the service was great the staff were happy and helpful! The train bbq is such a fun addition!
Yelp
I have eaten a lot of bbq places in my life, but Ptrains is by far some of the tastiest food I've had! I saw them at rolling loud and asked if they catered. Found out they ALSO have bbq chicken pizza!! Soooo good! Highly recommend if you want great tasting food at your party!!
Yelp
PTrains bbq is the best bbq you can find in California! The flavors in the meat seem magical! Sides are great! Also they are very professional and have great service! I highly recommend the beef ribs and smoked Mac and cheese. If you haven't had PTrains BBQ, you're missing out!
Yelp
Ptrains BBQ was the best catering decision I made for my event! Caira's customer service is superior. She was great at communicating up until and the day of my event. All of my guests were impressed and gave outstanding reviews of the food. I ordered the trip tip, ribs, chicken, macaroni and cheese, mashed potatoes and bbq beans and everything was so delicious. My guests are still raving about the bbq and there was plenty of food for all. I will definitely book Ptrains BBQ again.
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