Did we just find the BEST BBQ in California? | Heritage Barbecue

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The creators visit Heritage Barbecue in San Juan Capistrano, California, to evaluate its Central Texas style offerings. They arrive early to explore the area near the local mission and observe the outdoor dining options and parking availability. The meal includes a wide variety of meats such as fatty brisket, chashu pork belly, pork spare ribs, chicken, pulled pork, and tri-tip, alongside house-made sausages. They also sample several sides, including mac and cheese, coleslaw, baked beans, and jalapeno cheddar cornbread, finishing the meal with banana bread pudding. Throughout the tasting, the creators highlight the quality of the brisket, noting its tenderness and perfect smoke ring. They specifically praise the chashu pork belly and the house-made sausages for their unique flavors. In their conclusion, the creators compare the experience to famous Texas barbecue establishments like Terry Black's and Franklin's, stating that the brisket and other meats stand up well to those high standards. They recommend the location to viewers visiting the Orange County area.
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this brisket is outstanding you can see all the juices and these these were already smoked it is perfect room temperature
this chicken is extremely juicy I am you can tell it's it's smoke just the perfect the perfect time not dried out at all
highly recommend this one Heritage barbecue that was excellent baby perfect day for it perfect weather
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