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SMACK'N Guamanian Grill

Restaurant β€’ Catering service β€’ Meal delivery β€’ Barbecue restaurant β€’ Mobile catering

πŸ‘πŸ‘ My first time having Guamanian food! I got the empanadas and the BBQ mix so I can try a little bit of everything! It says enough for two but there's sooo much food it's probably good for three! The food was good, there are some new flavors I've never had before. Like the chicken kelaguen (super shr... People often mention chicken,


Address

9506 Miramar Rd, San Diego, CA 92126, United States

Website

www.smackngg.com

Contact

+1 858-762-2544

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.60 (235 reviews)

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  • 5/5 Leticia S. 2 years ago on Google
    My first time having Guamanian food! I got the empanadas and the BBQ mix so I can try a little bit of everything! It says enough for two but there's sooo much food it's probably good for three! The food was good, there are some new flavors I've never had before. Like the chicken kelaguen (super shredded chicken in the corner) has a very lemony taste and has a little spice to it! Super interesting, I liked it with the rice. My favorite meat was probably the BBQ chicken or the ribs! Also, the girl who took my order was super sweet! She said that she hoped I liked the food it's a favorite & it was made with love!
    3 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Ryan Smith (. 1 year ago on Google
    Searching out amazing food is part of life and this gem is another fantastic addition to San Diego. Great food, great service just love the vibe here.
    2 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Amanda M. 1 year ago on Google
    I had never had Guamanian-style BBQ before. I really enjoyed it. It has a lot of similarities to Hawaiian-style BBQ.
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 ScumRx Integrity S. 2 years ago on Google
    I'm not a foodie. So for me to say this..you know it's good.....My wife made some ribs for me a year ago on an open campfire. I've dreamt about them ever since. Today, I've tasted the only thing that would hold a candle to them (BBQ Beef). They were SO good, I didn't want to swallow, because the experience would be over. We ended up going for 2nds. I had to take off my shoes, so I could wiggle my toes it was so good.
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 william c. 2 years ago on Google
    Awesome spot. Super nice and friendly staff. I had the Shrimp Patties, Lumpia and Empanadas. All were delicious. I am already planning my return visit next week to try some other dishes. I was there at 14:30 on a Tuesday. Plenty of seating. They have fountain drinks and a decent beer selection.

  • 5/5 Andrew W. 1 year ago on Google
    I've been wanting to try this place for a long time, and I'm glad I finally did! The grilled chicken was awesome and had a nice char. The cabbage and rice were perfect sides. I can only compare it to L&L, and it's way better - not a generic chain, and more unique flavors! We also tried the lumpia and empanadas, and they were great! Definitely not healthy, just greasy, crispy little bites. Everyone was really nice and friendly as well!

  • 5/5 Lois B. 2 years ago on Google
    Excellent authentic food and excellent customer service. Owners are super nice in true Chamorro style.

  • 1/5 Marjie S. 1 year ago on Google
    Came for Guam food. Place look and appear to present Guamanian. But when got my food. I was disappointed. Fenidenie was made with vinegar, no peppers. Kilaguen taste sad. My boyfriend finally took the chance to try Guam food and his beef plate isn't anything like back home. He didn't finish it, neither did I. Does anyone know a authentic Guam food restaurant? That brings me back home in Guam.

  • 5/5 Lauren B. 1 year ago on Google
    Huge portion sizes love their food! Their BBQ Beef (Chuck) is served with Chicken Kelaguen, Red Rice, and Cabbage Salad is my favorite thing to get with an extra side of Chicken Kelaguen.

  • 5/5 AJ 1 year ago on Google
    The in-house made pika donne is great. Purchased a jar

  • 3/5 Stranger 5. 1 year ago on Google
    It was 1 PM during lunch when I stopped by, as the only customer in the restaurant. I tried a "saibok" and "chebot BBQ chicken plate." Their red rice was seasoned just rightβ€”I'd elect eating it daily. Unfortunately, it was the only enjoyable item, as everything else was either bland or strangely flavored. I concluded that the dry and tough BBQ chicken had been grilled beforehand, kept warm, and reheated. It tasted dull, and inferior comparing to Filipino or Hawaiian BBQ style. I could take cooked chicken and add some lime juice, but nothing else. That resulting unappetizing salad would be the "chicken kelaguen." As well, I could chop cabbage and add vinegar, but nothing else. That resulting lazy mixture would be their "cabbage salad." Finally, the "saibok," which means "boiled starchy food" in coconut milk until most of it has been evaporated. Usually, bananas were chosen, but SMACK'N used grilled eggplants. Of course, there weren't any smoky, charred hints. I thought the side dish as a sloppy mess, in which nothing made sense or shineβ€”like squeezing lime juice into a can of coconut milk and drinking that nauseating, questionable concoction.


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • βœ“οΈ Free parking lot
    • βœ“οΈ Plenty of parking
    • βœ“οΈ Free of charge street parking
  • Payments
    • βœ“οΈ Debit cards
    • βœ“οΈ Credit cards
    • βœ“οΈ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • βœ“οΈ Beer
    • βœ“οΈ Alcohol
    • βœ“οΈ Quick bite
    • βœ“οΈ Comfort food
    • βœ“οΈ Small plates
    • βœ“οΈ Organic dishes
    • βœ“οΈ Happy-hour drinks
    • βœ“οΈ Vegetarian options
  • Popular for
    • βœ“οΈ Lunch
    • βœ“οΈ Dinner
    • βœ“οΈ Solo dining
  • Accessibility
    • βœ“οΈ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
    • βœ“οΈ Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • βœ“οΈ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • βœ“οΈ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • βœ“οΈ Lunch
    • βœ“οΈ Dinner
    • βœ“οΈ Dessert
    • βœ“οΈ Seating
    • βœ“οΈ Catering
  • Service options
    • βœ“οΈ Dine-in
    • βœ“οΈ Delivery
    • βœ“οΈ Takeaway
    • βœ“οΈ No-contact delivery
  • From the business
    • βœ“οΈ Identifies as Black-owned

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