ORANGE. Oklahoma-style BBQ in the heart of Southern California? Why, sure! Tulsa Rib Co. specializes in chicken, shrimp, and rib comfort foods and has done so for longer than most of its OC competitors. Its cozy, casual scene is conducive to finger-licking and eating till you've had your fill, and the staff can be trusted to make newcomers feel like long-time regulars. Hearty house specialties include tender country pork ribs, country-fried steak, and famous Tulsa potatoes ­ people have been known to drive an hour to sample them.

ANAHEIM HILLS. The "two-step" takes on new meaning with Wood Ranch's barbecuing process! Slow-cooked overnight and grilled when ordered, ribs and barbecue come out luscious and mouthwatering. Celebrity sightings are not uncommon, but locals often line up for tri-tip roasts and beef or baby back pork ribs. Prices are for a complete meal, so be sure and sample the Ranch fries and original peanut coleslaw too. You'll likely experience a wait, but that only means you can savor the aromas longer!