Fodor's Expert Review Babe's Bar-B-Que and Brewery
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Rancho Mirage
Barbecue
Though the late founder Donald Callender made his name as a purveyor of pie with the Marie Callender's chain, he also built a solid smoked-meats-and-suds rep with this barbecue–microbrewery. Carnivores show up in droves for fall-off-the-bone racks of ribs, pulled pork sandwiches, brisket-topped salads, and chops that are marinated overnight—all of which pair well with the IPAs, ales, and lagers brewed on site. He also smartly carried over cornbread, tamales, and pie recipes from Callender's.
Quick Facts
Known For:
- Coachella Valley's oldest and most-acclaimed microbrewery
- Pinup girl art and bronze pigs
- Ribs smoked over hickory and pecan wood