Mule Car Smokehouse - (Near Ontario, CA)

5 /5 Jward the Foodie: This place is huge. Located in a beautifully restored historic fire station, Mule Car Smokehouse immediately impresses with its airy, open layout, exposed brickwork, and vaulted ceilings  . The casual yet trendy vibe is elevated by leather booths, a stylish full bar, and inviting outdoor patio seating—perfect for relaxed meals or catching Sunday Funday games  . As one visitor remarked, “a spacious, beautifully decorated former fire station” with “original exposed brick work” made the setting truly “stunning” . Mule Car delivers a compelling menu of Texas-style barbecue and Tex‑Mex, featuring standout smoked meats like brisket, pulled pork, tri‑tip, spare ribs, and smoked wings . Spare Ribs: Tender, juicy, and expertly seasoned—an immediate favorite for many  . Brisket: Smoky and flavorful, though a few diners have found varying texture—from melt-in-your-mouth to slightly dry, depending on the cut. Pulled Pork, Smash Burger, Tater Tots & Onion Rings: The pulled pork is savory and satisfying, while the loaded tater tots and crispy onion rings are frequent side hit picks.   Sides & Drinks: Cornbread with honey butter is a crowd-pleaser. Drinks like the Strawberry Smash and Arnold Palmer are often praised for their inventiveness and refreshing quality   On the beverage side, the full bar offers creative cocktails and mocktails—with some hiccups noted in drink consistency Mule Car Smokehouse offers a combination of relaxed, historic ambiance and hearty, flavorful barbecue. Whether savoring spare ribs, loaded tots, or a creative cocktail, you’ll find plenty to enjoy. While service may occasionally lag, the quality of food and warmth of atmosphere make it a repeat-worthy destination.

4 /5 Lupe Galan: I truly enjoyed having lunch here. The food was delicious, good portions and the drinks amazing. The customer service was also great, our host was super friendly and walked us through the menu. I like the vibe of it and the architecture of the building. I only have one tiny complaint, there were flies surrounding us constantly. I hope that’s taken care of soon.

2 /5 A H: This place has potential ! I’ve been wanting to try this place for a while so I finally made it in. They have happy hour until 730 which is neat :) I had the 8oz brisket with Mac & cheese and I added on another side (baked beans) as well. Added an order of wings too! Chips and salsa were fresh as well. Everything was okay except for the beans. Tastes like canned beans with a bunch of pepper seasoning thrown in to mask that they’re canned. The banana pudding was a show stopper. Homemade & delicious. I also had a Paloma and that was good too. I will definitely be back to try more food from this place :3

5 /5 Michael Richey: Went to Mule Car with the wifey for a date night and happened in on a Wednesday when they do their wings for a dollar. Some of the best wings Ive ever had! The sauces are top notch! Tried the buffalo and spicy bbq and ended up ordering a second round. The pulled pork and chicken were amazing as well, as was the cornbread. To boot, our server, Ryan, was kind and conscientious the whole meal. Attentive but not overbearing, just the type of service you would hope for at a great place like this. We will definitely be back again and again, in no small part thanks to the service. Fantastic food, fantastic ambiance, just an all around great meal. Thank you Ryan!