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Poor Red’s Bar-B-Q

6221 Pleasant Valley Rd.  |  El Dorado  |   530-622-2901  |  poorreds.com

Located in the small town of El Dorado, the iconic Poor Red’s Bar-B-Q is a destination in and of itself. Best known as the birthplace of the Golden Cadillac and its award-winning BBQ, Poor Red’s continues to win Style Magazine’s Readers’ Choice Awards in El Dorado Country Foothills. This year Poor Red’s took 1st place in five categories: Best Bar three years in a row, Best Bartender, Best Cocktails, Best BBQ, and Best Steakhouse!

Voted Best Bartender, our very own Christy Martel is best known for her bubbly personality and creating fabulous “drink-of-the-day” seasonal cocktails!

Winning Best Cocktails, Poor Red’s patron’s travel from near and far to enjoy our World Famous Gold Cadillacs. Stop by for Bloody Mary Mondays to indulge in our award-winning Bloody Marys garnished with a tasty treat that changes weekly; available until sold out. Happy Hour specials available Monday-Friday 3-6 PM.

Chef Dean Hiatt, voted one of the Best Chefs by Style readers, built his menu from locally sourced ingredients & high-quality meats. He and his team prepare mouth-watering BBQ ribs, pork sandwiches and chicken to satisfy bbq cravings. First-time winner for Best Steakhouse serving Filet, New York and Ribeye steak specials on the weekends. All of our steaks are grilled over local oak and mesquite wood.

Voted One of the Best Outdoor Dining places, guests can dine under beautiful cafe lights and play a game of cornhole. When the nights begin to cool, patio heaters are available. Our patio bar is open seasonally Friday-Sunday.

Live music from local artists is enjoyed regularly on the patio or in the bar. To book a private party, contact General Manager Laurie DeSantiago at [email protected] or 530-622-2901.

We want to send out a special “Thank you” to all of our loyal customers who took time to vote for us!