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Pitmaster Burt Bakman's Slab Barbecue transforms Texas smoking traditions into Los Angeles fine dining excellence, where precision-smoked Black Angus brisket and innovative barbecue creations elevate comfort food to culinary art on West Third Street.
Slab Barbecue is a barbecue restaurant in Los Angeles, led by pitmaster Burt Bakman. This West Third Street destination transforms authentic Central Texas techniques into an upscale yet approachable experience that defines modern barbecue excellence. Bakman's remarkable journey from Israeli immigrant to celebrated Los Angeles pitmaster began with a transformative business trip to Texas, where he discovered his passion for the ancient art of smoking meat. Bakman developed his approach through underground pop-ups before opening Slab as a brick-and-mortar restaurant. The menu centers on precision-smoked Black Angus brisket, cooked over California red and white oak. Signature offerings include the O.G. brisket sandwich, St. Louis pork ribs with optional strawberry habanero glaze, and the innovative Tony Montana, Slab's elevated Cuban sandwich featuring pulled pork, sausage, and house-made Gold Rush sauce. The menu balances traditional Texas staples with Los Angeles creativity, offering sophisticated sides like smoked gouda and cheddar mac and cheese alongside classic coleslaw and seasoned fries. House-made sauces including "Dank white" and "Backyard red" complement rather than mask the expertly smoked proteins. Slab's interior features reclaimed Douglas fir walls and a custom-built outdoor smoker visible to diners. Counter-service ordering maintains casual accessibility while the quality rivals the best restaurants Los Angeles offers. The restaurant operates with counter-service ordering.
Address
2118 N Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90031
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